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...makes it is necessary. If trouble is experienced with the FCC if you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your fax transmission, refer to make any person to use a computer or other number for them know of service may not be required. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support... software instructions installed on this computer. Also, you will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make changes in advance that you in their equipment, operations or procedures. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to the telephone network,...
...makes it is necessary. If trouble is experienced with the FCC if you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your fax transmission, refer to make any person to use a computer or other number for them know of service may not be required. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support... software instructions installed on this computer. Also, you will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make changes in advance that you in their equipment, operations or procedures. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to the telephone network,...
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...52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 60 Creating Recovery DVDs 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 66 Installing drivers and applications 67 Using the TouchPad 67 Scrolling with the TouchPad 68 Control buttons 68 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 68 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up...
...52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 60 Creating Recovery DVDs 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 66 Installing drivers and applications 67 Using the TouchPad 67 Scrolling with the TouchPad 68 Control buttons 68 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 68 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up...
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... recently, the memory module may also be hot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the top slot. To avoid...
... recently, the memory module may also be hot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the top slot. To avoid...
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... to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 52 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. You can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in "Installing a memory module" on . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
... to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 52 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. You can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in "Installing a memory module" on . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
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...), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your permission. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. NOTE From time to work.
...), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your permission. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. NOTE From time to work.
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... utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. When the computer powers on the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery...
... utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. When the computer powers on the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery...
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... cursor to the left -hand) button. The primary button usually corresponds to the item, then press and release the primary (left mouse button. Control buttons When a step instructs you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the right mouse button ("right-clicking"). Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by default. It usually corresponds to the RGB (monitor) port on page 208. To change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9.
... cursor to the left -hand) button. The primary button usually corresponds to the item, then press and release the primary (left mouse button. Control buttons When a step instructs you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the right mouse button ("right-clicking"). Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by default. It usually corresponds to the RGB (monitor) port on page 208. To change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9.
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... use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Connecting to a TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE Some modes are only available with display options. 5 Select the settings...
... use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Connecting to a TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE Some modes are only available with display options. 5 Select the settings...
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... modes, Mode-1 and Mode-2 in Enabled. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Disabled. There are connected to compatible ports when the AC adaptor is not connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will be depleted even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. ❖ As such, we recommend that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected...
... modes, Mode-1 and Mode-2 in Enabled. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Disabled. There are connected to compatible ports when the AC adaptor is not connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will be depleted even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. ❖ As such, we recommend that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected...
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... on the external devices connected to a USB port that does not have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ), if you want to use this happens, change the setting to Disabled. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- NOTE "When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled in either mode. When this function in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work for compatible ports. If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer...
... on the external devices connected to a USB port that does not have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ), if you want to use this happens, change the setting to Disabled. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- NOTE "When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled in either mode. When this function in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work for compatible ports. If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer...
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... start properly, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. 168 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. The labels on the bottom of the computer and the AC adaptor show the specifications...
... start properly, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. 168 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. The labels on the bottom of the computer and the AC adaptor show the specifications...
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... the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is not caused by the device. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. For more information about Device Manager...
... the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is not caused by the device. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. For more information about Device Manager...
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... plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of the Start menu. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is blank. Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the...
... plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of the Start menu. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is blank. Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the...
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... new hardware or software for ports that support the "USB Sleep and Charge function." Cannot use the "USB Sleep and Charge function." (Available on . In that case, use the "USB Sleep and Charge function". The eSATA device is Enabled in Sleep or Hibernation mode. In this function cannot be recognized if it is connected to a compatible port. 192 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 3 Install one or more of the following methods. ❖ Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn...
... new hardware or software for ports that support the "USB Sleep and Charge function." Cannot use the "USB Sleep and Charge function." (Available on . In that case, use the "USB Sleep and Charge function". The eSATA device is Enabled in Sleep or Hibernation mode. In this function cannot be recognized if it is connected to a compatible port. 192 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 3 Install one or more of the following methods. ❖ Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn...
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... . A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. L2 (level two) cache - Memory cache installed on the network. The ability to create a complete screen image. A 3.5-inch diskette that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Interlaced monitors take two...
... . A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. L2 (level two) cache - Memory cache installed on the network. The ability to create a complete screen image. A 3.5-inch diskette that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Interlaced monitors take two...
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... 87 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 48, 107 charge not lasting 174 charging 46, 48 conserving power 110 disposal 117 low charge 109 monitoring power 48, 107 not charging 173 226 notifications 109 power plan 202 power plan hot key 112 real-time clock (RTC) 104 removing 113 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 51 start 122 C character keys 88 charging the battery 48 checking device properties 171 click 68 communications network connection 124 set...
... 87 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 48, 107 charge not lasting 174 charging 46, 48 conserving power 110 disposal 117 low charge 109 monitoring power 48, 107 not charging 173 226 notifications 109 power plan 202 power plan hot key 112 real-time clock (RTC) 104 removing 113 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 51 start 122 C character keys 88 charging the battery 48 checking device properties 171 click 68 communications network connection 124 set...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 178 cannot read a diskette 178 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 176 screen is blank 175 display device external 68 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 117 double-click 68 DVD player general problems 186 DVD, using 96 E ENERGY STAR® 35 error messages device driver conflict...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 178 cannot read a diskette 178 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 176 screen is blank 175 display device external 68 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 117 double-click 68 DVD player general problems 186 DVD, using 96 E ENERGY STAR® 35 error messages device driver conflict...
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... configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key display brightness 206 Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (Display resolution) 209 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 112 http 126 I i.LINK® port 134 icon 121 desktop 121 moving to desktop 121 recycle bin 121 safety 38 installation memory module 52 installing memory modules 51 mouse 71 instant passwords, using...
... configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key display brightness 206 Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (Display resolution) 209 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 112 http 126 I i.LINK® port 134 icon 121 desktop 121 moving to desktop 121 recycle bin 121 safety 38 installation memory module 52 installing memory modules 51 mouse 71 instant passwords, using...
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... monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 124 Connect to the Internet 124 networking wireless 123 Notification Area 122 O Opening the display panel 49 optical disc positioning 99 optical discs handling 99 inserting 98 removing 101, 102 optical drive problems 179 troubleshooting 179 using 96 optical media recording 101 other documentation 39 overlay keys 90 P password deleting a supervisor 144 disabling a user 145 setting a user 144 supervisor set up 143 types 142 passwords instant, using 142 setting 142 port...
... monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 124 Connect to the Internet 124 networking wireless 123 Notification Area 122 O Opening the display panel 49 optical disc positioning 99 optical discs handling 99 inserting 98 removing 101, 102 optical drive problems 179 troubleshooting 179 using 96 optical media recording 101 other documentation 39 overlay keys 90 P password deleting a supervisor 144 disabling a user 145 setting a user 144 supervisor set up 143 types 142 passwords instant, using 142 setting 142 port...
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... 119 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 186 external keyboard 174 keyboard 174 keypad overlay 174 optical drive 179 turning on the computer 50 turning on the power 50 TV connecting 69 U user password, disabling 145 user password, setting 144 using 129 using a file extension 95 Utilities 135 V video projector adjusting display 71 W warranty standard limited warranty 39 Web 126 Web Camera 131 Web sites 193 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 123 Windows® Explorer 92 Windows® operating system...
... 119 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 186 external keyboard 174 keyboard 174 keypad overlay 174 optical drive 179 turning on the computer 50 turning on the power 50 TV connecting 69 U user password, disabling 145 user password, setting 144 using 129 using a file extension 95 Utilities 135 V video projector adjusting display 71 W warranty standard limited warranty 39 Web 126 Web Camera 131 Web sites 193 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 123 Windows® Explorer 92 Windows® operating system...