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... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
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...Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 127 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 128 Mouse Utility 129 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 130 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 USB Sleep and Charge 132 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......134 Power supply mode settings 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA eco Utility 136 TOSHIBA...
...Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 127 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 128 Mouse Utility 129 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 130 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 USB Sleep and Charge 132 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......134 Power supply mode settings 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA eco Utility 136 TOSHIBA...
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... 153 DVD operating problems 155 Develop good computing habits 156 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165 Volume Mute 166 Lock (Instant security 166 Display brightness 166 Output (Display switch 167 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 168 Keyboard hot key functions 169 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...
... 153 DVD operating problems 155 Develop good computing habits 156 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165 Volume Mute 166 Lock (Instant security 166 Display brightness 166 Output (Display switch 167 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 168 Keyboard hot key functions 169 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...
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... the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made...
... the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made...
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..., the memory module(s) may want to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You may be hot. You can be lost. Before you use a Phillips screwdriver of the correct size that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
..., the memory module(s) may want to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You may be hot. You can be lost. Before you use a Phillips screwdriver of the correct size that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
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... slot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 103. 6 Turn...
... slot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 103. 6 Turn...
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... window appears. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to perform the action, click Continue; Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to back up squarely with the socket latches. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 57. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive...
... window appears. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to perform the action, click Continue; Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to back up squarely with the socket latches. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 57. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive...
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... detect the external device. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). 76 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external device NOTE...
... detect the external device. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). 76 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external device NOTE...
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... Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of an HDMI™ cable...
... Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of an HDMI™ cable...
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In the list that appears above, click on -screen instructions to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on your selection. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist.
In the list that appears above, click on -screen instructions to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on your selection. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist.
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... Union). This information is used to entities located outside of initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of...
... Union). This information is used to entities located outside of initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of...
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... Boot Options menu displays these options: ❖ Repair Your Computer ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally When you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the...
... Boot Options menu displays these options: ❖ Repair Your Computer ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally When you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the...
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... not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to activate the screen. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. The keyboard you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you through the display options. If this , press F4. Display Auto Off may need to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. Press any key to its previous...
... not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to activate the screen. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. The keyboard you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you through the display options. If this , press F4. Display Auto Off may need to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. Press any key to its previous...
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... help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 158). Most of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like...
... help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 158). Most of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like...
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... using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. hot key-(1) A feature in which only every other services. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with HDMI cables. See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. See also Sleep, Suspend. interlaced-A method of computers that activates a memory...
... using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. hot key-(1) A feature in which only every other services. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with HDMI cables. See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. See also Sleep, Suspend. interlaced-A method of computers that activates a memory...
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... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 107 care 105, 106 changing 102 charge indicator light 42 188 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 106 indicator light...
... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 107 care 105, 106 changing 102 charge indicator light 42 188 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 106 indicator light...
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... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 158 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 145 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 168 display troubleshooting 149 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 106 DVD removing...
... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 158 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 145 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 168 display troubleshooting 149 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 106 DVD removing...
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... using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 144 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 170 display brightness 166 keyboard overlays 169 Lock (Instant security) 166 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute 166 Zoom (Display resolution) 171 zooming in 169 zooming out 169 Hot Key Cards 164 Hot key functions 165 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 102 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
... using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 144 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 170 display brightness 166 keyboard overlays 169 Lock (Instant security) 166 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute 166 Zoom (Display resolution) 171 zooming in 169 zooming out 169 Hot Key Cards 164 Hot key functions 165 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 102 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
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...-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 162 Startup options 143 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal storage drive 53 out...
...-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 162 Startup options 143 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal storage drive 53 out...
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... Monitor 137 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 148 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 144 checking device properties 145 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 161 corrupted/damaged data files 151 data/entire system backup 158 Device Manager 145 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 149 display problems screen is blank 148 DVD player 155 eject button...
... Monitor 137 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 148 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 144 checking device properties 145 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 161 corrupted/damaged data files 151 data/entire system backup 158 Device Manager 145 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 149 display problems screen is blank 148 DVD player 155 eject button...