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... may be a 900 number or any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that you with this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to the fax software instructions installed on this computer...
... may be a 900 number or any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that you with this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to the fax software instructions installed on this computer...
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... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 71 Creating recovery DVDs/media 74 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 75 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 76 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 78 Installing drivers and applications 78 Using the TouchPad 78 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 81 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 82 Using external display devices 82 Connecting the display device 83 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 84 Adjusting the quality of the external display......85 Using an external keyboard 85 Using a mouse...
... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 71 Creating recovery DVDs/media 74 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 75 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 76 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 78 Installing drivers and applications 78 Using the TouchPad 78 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 81 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 82 Using external display devices 82 Connecting the display device 83 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 84 Adjusting the quality of the external display......85 Using an external keyboard 85 Using a mouse...
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... install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slots on page 56. You will be hot. See "Setting up your software. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of data. Installing a memory module with your software" on the base of today's popular applications. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot...
... install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slots on page 56. You will be hot. See "Setting up your software. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of data. Installing a memory module with your software" on the base of today's popular applications. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot...
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... cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may have built up. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or...
... cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may have built up. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or...
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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 64 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 64 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
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... 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 66. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you want to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your internal storage drive if necessary. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is...
... 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 66. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you want to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your internal storage drive if necessary. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is...
User Guide
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... HDMI cable. Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you to: ❖ Use a TV remote control to output the computer screen onto the TV screen. To access the TOSHIBA Application Installer, see page 156.) The HDMI-CEC utility is a standard in the CE Industry which can allow you must purchase an HDMI cable. Getting Started 83 Using external display devices HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port (Sample Illustration) Video ports *Available on certain models Connecting the display device...
... HDMI cable. Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you to: ❖ Use a TV remote control to output the computer screen onto the TV screen. To access the TOSHIBA Application Installer, see page 156.) The HDMI-CEC utility is a standard in the CE Industry which can allow you must purchase an HDMI cable. Getting Started 83 Using external display devices HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port (Sample Illustration) Video ports *Available on certain models Connecting the display device...
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... external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display output settings is selected using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on . For more detailed HDMI-CEC information visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. NOTE In the future you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect...
... external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display output settings is selected using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on . For more detailed HDMI-CEC information visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. NOTE In the future you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect...
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... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click on the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 160 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions...
... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click on the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 160 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions...
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... 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 the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on the internal storage drive may also be transferred to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by Toshiba or Toshiba's authorized service providers. It may be used to...
... 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 the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on the internal storage drive may also be transferred to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by Toshiba or Toshiba's authorized service providers. It may be used to...
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... adaptor must match the input specifications of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. See "Contacting Toshiba" on the bottom of the AC adaptor must match exactly. The computer may not be equal to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an...
... adaptor must match the input specifications of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. See "Contacting Toshiba" on the bottom of the AC adaptor must match exactly. The computer may not be equal to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an...
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... the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If no password is blank. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light is not remapping the keyboard. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). The screen reactivates and allows you to update your keyboard driver. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key to its previous setting. Press any key, type the password and press Enter...
... the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If no password is blank. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light is not remapping the keyboard. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). The screen reactivates and allows you to update your keyboard driver. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key to its previous setting. Press any key, type the password and press Enter...
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... 2 Create a restore point. 3 Install one or more information, see "USB Sleep and Charge Utility" on certain models) ❖ The setting of "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not be Disabled. If this case, please try one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for ports that you have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ), if you are connected to Disabled. ❖ Make sure that support the "USB Sleep and Charge function." In this function...
... 2 Create a restore point. 3 Install one or more information, see "USB Sleep and Charge Utility" on certain models) ❖ The setting of "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not be Disabled. If this case, please try one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for ports that you have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ), if you are connected to Disabled. ❖ Make sure that support the "USB Sleep and Charge function." In this function...
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.... hot swapping - A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. internal device - K keyboard shortcut - LAN (local area network) - Compare non-interlaced. Internet - A key or combination of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of pixels is returned to create a complete screen image. L L1 (level one) cache - hot key - (1) A feature in which certain keys in which only every other line of keys that activates a memory resident...
.... hot swapping - A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. internal device - K keyboard shortcut - LAN (local area network) - Compare non-interlaced. Internet - A key or combination of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of pixels is returned to create a complete screen image. L L1 (level one) cache - hot key - (1) A feature in which certain keys in which only every other line of keys that activates a memory resident...
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... keyboard 103 battery Call2Recycle™ 133 changing 128 charge indicator light 53, 121 charge not lasting 192 charging 53, 120 conserving power 124 disposal 133 installing 128, 130 low charge 123 maintaining 132 monitoring power 53, 121 not charging 192 notifications 123 power plan 221 power plan hot key 126 real-time clock (RTC) 118, 120 remaining power 122 removing 128 safety precautions 131 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 55 start 137 buttons eject, optical drive 110 Media control buttons...
... keyboard 103 battery Call2Recycle™ 133 changing 128 charge indicator light 53, 121 charge not lasting 192 charging 53, 120 conserving power 124 disposal 133 installing 128, 130 low charge 123 maintaining 132 monitoring power 53, 121 not charging 192 notifications 123 power plan 221 power plan hot key 126 real-time clock (RTC) 118, 120 remaining power 122 removing 128 safety precautions 131 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 55 start 137 buttons eject, optical drive 110 Media control buttons...
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.../trouble accessing a drive 195 running slow 196 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 196 cannot read a diskette 196 display does not look normal/flickers 194 external monitor not working 194 display device connecting 83 external 82 display output settings 84 display panel opening 54 display problems screen is blank 193 display, external adjusting 85 disposal information 33 disposing of used batteries 133 DVD using 109 DVD player general problems 203 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive inserting discs 112 removing 112 E eject button optical drive 110 eject, optical drive...
.../trouble accessing a drive 195 running slow 196 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 196 cannot read a diskette 196 display does not look normal/flickers 194 external monitor not working 194 display device connecting 83 external 82 display output settings 84 display panel opening 54 display problems screen is blank 193 display, external adjusting 85 disposal information 33 disposing of used batteries 133 DVD using 109 DVD player general problems 203 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive inserting discs 112 removing 112 E eject button optical drive 110 eject, optical drive...
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... keys 101 function keys 101 H HDMI™ Out Port 82 headphones using 144 Help and Support Windows® operating system 189 Hibernation mode 88 configuring 92 hot key 223 starting again from 94 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 227 disabling or enabling wireless devices 226 display brightness 225 Hibernation mode 223 keyboard overlays 229 Lock (Instant security) 220 Output (Display switch) 224 power plan 221 Sleep mode 222 volume mute 219 Zoom (Display resolution) 228 zooming in 229 zooming out 229 Hot Key Cards 214 Hot key functions 218 hot key power...
... keys 101 function keys 101 H HDMI™ Out Port 82 headphones using 144 Help and Support Windows® operating system 189 Hibernation mode 88 configuring 92 hot key 223 starting again from 94 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 227 disabling or enabling wireless devices 226 display brightness 225 Hibernation mode 223 keyboard overlays 229 Lock (Instant security) 220 Output (Display switch) 224 power plan 221 Sleep mode 222 volume mute 219 Zoom (Display resolution) 228 zooming in 229 zooming out 229 Hot Key Cards 214 Hot key functions 218 hot key power...
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... Internet Service Providers ISPs 141 J jack RJ-11 140 K keyboard character keys 101 function keys 101 hot keys 229 not working 185 overlay keys 102 special Windows® keys 102 troubleshooting 193 unexpected characters 193 using 100 keyboard, external 85 keyboard, full-size 101 L light AC power 51 drive in-use indicator 110 lock computer, using 98 M main battery changing 128 installing 128, 130 removing 128 safety precautions 131 manual eject hole optical drive 111 memory adding 57 problem solving 191 removing memory module slot cover 59 Memory card reader inserting memory media...
... Internet Service Providers ISPs 141 J jack RJ-11 140 K keyboard character keys 101 function keys 101 hot keys 229 not working 185 overlay keys 102 special Windows® keys 102 troubleshooting 193 unexpected characters 193 using 100 keyboard, external 85 keyboard, full-size 101 L light AC power 51 drive in-use indicator 110 lock computer, using 98 M main battery changing 128 installing 128, 130 removing 128 safety precautions 131 manual eject hole optical drive 111 memory adding 57 problem solving 191 removing memory module slot cover 59 Memory card reader inserting memory media...
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.../trouble accessing a drive 195 modem not receiving or transmitting 201 no sound 198 non-system disk or disk error 186 power and batteries 191 printer 200, 201 program not responding 183 program not working properly 196 screen does not look correct/ flickers 194 Startup options 188 URL address not found 189 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 209 USB Wakeup function does not work 209 warning resume failure 185 Windows® operating...
.../trouble accessing a drive 195 modem not receiving or transmitting 201 no sound 198 non-system disk or disk error 186 power and batteries 191 printer 200, 201 program not responding 183 program not working properly 196 screen does not look correct/ flickers 194 Startup options 188 URL address not found 189 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 209 USB Wakeup function does not work 209 warning resume failure 185 Windows® operating...
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...Zooming Utility 171 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 81 disabling 82 enabling 82 traveling tips 134 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 203 external keyboard 193 keyboard 193 optical drive 197 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 55 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 209 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 168 USB Wakeup function does not work 209 USB-compatible printer 86 user password, disabling 160 user password, setting 159 using TouchPad™ 78 using a file extension 107 Utilities 150 V video cables 83 video display device connecting 83 video projector adjusting display 85...
...Zooming Utility 171 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 81 disabling 82 enabling 82 traveling tips 134 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 203 external keyboard 193 keyboard 193 optical drive 197 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 55 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 209 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 168 USB Wakeup function does not work 209 USB-compatible printer 86 user password, disabling 160 user password, setting 159 using TouchPad™ 78 using a file extension 107 Utilities 150 V video cables 83 video display device connecting 83 video projector adjusting display 85...