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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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...; Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all subject to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba...
...; Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all subject to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba...
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... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on the underside of data. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may want to run most of the correct size that is in minor bodily injury. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Your computer comes with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you use...
... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on the underside of data. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may want to run most of the correct size that is in minor bodily injury. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Your computer comes with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you use...
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52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Back of the slot. Always make sure your...
52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Back of the slot. Always make sure your...
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... were trying to time, Windows® will display a pop-up all data from doing things on page 57. 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 55. Getting Started 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to...
... were trying to time, Windows® will display a pop-up all data from doing things on page 57. 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 55. Getting Started 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to...
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... locate your HDMI or RGB port please refer to 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 the external device (if applicable). To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable...
... locate your HDMI or RGB port please refer to 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 the external device (if applicable). To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable...
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... an HDMI™ cable. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to...
... an HDMI™ cable. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to...
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In the list that appears above, click on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on your selection. 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-screen instructions to remove the user password.
In the list that appears above, click on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on your selection. 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-screen instructions to remove the user password.
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... best by notifying you wish. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. 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 the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less...
... best by notifying you wish. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. 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 the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less...
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... change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of 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...
... change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of 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...
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... connected may need to activate the screen. Try using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. You may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to its previous setting. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. 148 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
... connected may need to activate the screen. Try using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. You may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to its previous setting. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. 148 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
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...; operating system" on page 158). If anything , use the System Restore utility to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in the drive. 2 Click the Start button. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up files." Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting it was in case the internal storage drive fails. An external hard drive is required. Most of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
...; operating system" on page 158). If anything , use the System Restore utility to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in the drive. 2 Click the Start button. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up files." Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting it was in case the internal storage drive fails. An external hard drive is required. Most of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
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... HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
... HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
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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...