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... service may be a 900 number or any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of the transmission, the date and time it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in writing, to allow you to make changes...
... service may be a 900 number or any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of the transmission, the date and time it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in writing, to allow you to make changes...
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... size partition 68 Creating recovery DVDs/media 70 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 73 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 75 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 76 Installing drivers and applications 77 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 77 Using the touch pad 78 Adjusting touch pad settings 82 Scrolling with the touch pad 82 Control buttons 82 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 83 Using external display devices 83 Selecting video cables 84 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 84 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
... size partition 68 Creating recovery DVDs/media 70 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 73 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 75 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 76 Installing drivers and applications 77 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 77 Using the touch pad 78 Adjusting touch pad settings 82 Scrolling with the touch pad 82 Control buttons 82 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 83 Using external display devices 83 Selecting video cables 84 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 84 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
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... desktop 136 Setting up for communications 138 Connecting your computer to a network .........139 Exploring audio features 140 Recording sounds 140 Using external speakers or headphones..........140 Using the Web Camera 141 Using an ExpressCard 142 Inserting an ExpressCard 142 Removing an ExpressCard 142 Using the Memory card reader 143 Inserting memory media 143 Removing memory media 144 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 145 Using the expansion port 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure...
... desktop 136 Setting up for communications 138 Connecting your computer to a network .........139 Exploring audio features 140 Recording sounds 140 Using external speakers or headphones..........140 Using the Web Camera 141 Using an ExpressCard 142 Inserting an ExpressCard 142 Removing an ExpressCard 142 Using the Memory card reader 143 Inserting memory media 143 Removing memory media 144 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 145 Using the expansion port 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure...
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... TOSHIBA Application Installer 152 Setting passwords 153 Using an instant password 153 Using a supervisor password 154 Using a user password 155 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 157 TOSHIBA Security Assist 158 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 160 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 161 Mouse Utility 162 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 163 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 165 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 165 USB Sleep and Charge 165 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......167 Power supply mode settings 167 TOSHIBA Button Support 168 TOSHIBA Accessibility 169 Trusted Platform Module...
... TOSHIBA Application Installer 152 Setting passwords 153 Using an instant password 153 Using a supervisor password 154 Using a user password 155 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 157 TOSHIBA Security Assist 158 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 160 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 161 Mouse Utility 162 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 163 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 165 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 165 USB Sleep and Charge 165 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......167 Power supply mode settings 167 TOSHIBA Button Support 168 TOSHIBA Accessibility 169 Trusted Platform Module...
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... top cover of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. If only one or two memory modules. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on , begin at step 1; NOTE For this model, Slot...
... top cover of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. If only one or two memory modules. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on , begin at step 1; NOTE For this model, Slot...
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... ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the 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. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. In...
... ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the 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. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. In...
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... memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 63. NOTE From time to out-of -box state. (Recommended recovery method) See "Recovering to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that the module is displayed below the System heading. Getting Started 61 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module...
... memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 63. NOTE From time to out-of -box state. (Recommended recovery method) See "Recovering to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that the module is displayed below the System heading. Getting Started 61 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module...
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... Windows Control Panel. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. Scrolling with the touch pad There are two active regions on the touch pad that it does not respond to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by computer model. 82 Getting Started Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device Adjusting touch pad settings...
... Windows Control Panel. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. Scrolling with the touch pad There are two active regions on the touch pad that it does not respond to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by computer model. 82 Getting Started Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device Adjusting touch pad settings...
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... the side of the cable to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the HDMI™ Out port, you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you first need a larger screen. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came with your...
... the side of the cable to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the HDMI™ Out port, you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you first need a larger screen. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came with your...
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... computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. If your hearing. For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to loud sound can harm your disc does not run the optical disc. For other types of media, use it to listen, turn the volume down. Recording optical media Depending on the configuration, your disc, try using an application...
... computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. If your hearing. For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to loud sound can harm your disc does not run the optical disc. For other types of media, use it to listen, turn the volume down. Recording optical media Depending on the configuration, your disc, try using an application...
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NOTE This will remove the user password only. 156 Utilities Setting passwords 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Delete. 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. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if...
NOTE This will remove the user password only. 156 Utilities Setting passwords 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Delete. 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. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if...
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... 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 your home country or region. This information is used to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. Additionally, TOSHIBA may affect the performance of initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive...
... 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 your home country or region. This information is used to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. Additionally, TOSHIBA may affect the performance of initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive...
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...; 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 change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays...
...; 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 change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays...
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... set for an external monitor. Refer to the documentation that the program does not assign different meanings to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to any key, type the password and press Enter. If no password is on . Refer to the software documentation and check that came with the computer. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen...
... set for an external monitor. Refer to the documentation that the program does not assign different meanings to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to any key, type the password and press Enter. If no password is on . Refer to the software documentation and check that came with the computer. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen...
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... common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to the speakers and the speaker volume is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. If the card malfunctions again, it may not work . ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. This is too loud. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or...
... common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to the speakers and the speaker volume is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. If the card malfunctions again, it may not work . ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. This is too loud. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or...
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.... internal device-See device. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. interlaced-A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with HDMI cables. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open...
.... internal device-See device. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. interlaced-A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with HDMI cables. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open...
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Index 241 safety precautions 131 setting notifications 125 taking care of 131 battery indicator light 123 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eco Utility™ 128 eject, optical disc drive 111 power 50 Shut down 53, 90 start 137 C Call2Recycle™ battery 134 caring for your computer 98 changing battery 129 character keys 102 charging the battery 48 cleaning the computer 98 click 82 communications network connection 139 set up 138 computer caring for...
Index 241 safety precautions 131 setting notifications 125 taking care of 131 battery indicator light 123 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eco Utility™ 128 eject, optical disc drive 111 power 50 Shut down 53, 90 start 137 C Call2Recycle™ battery 134 caring for your computer 98 changing battery 129 character keys 102 charging the battery 48 cleaning the computer 98 click 82 communications network connection 139 set up 138 computer caring for...
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... hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 220 display brightness 219 Hibernation mode 217 keyboard overlays 223 Lock (Instant security) 214 optical disk drive 212 Output (Display switch) 218 power plan 215 Sleep mode 216 using to set a power plan 127 volume mute 213 zoom 223 zoom in 223 zoom out 223 Hot Key Cards 210 Hot key functions 212 I icon desktop 136 moving to desktop 136 recycle bin 136 safety 40 inserting ExpressCard® 142 installation memory module 52 installing a charged battery 130 battery...
... hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 220 display brightness 219 Hibernation mode 217 keyboard overlays 223 Lock (Instant security) 214 optical disk drive 212 Output (Display switch) 218 power plan 215 Sleep mode 216 using to set a power plan 127 volume mute 213 zoom 223 zoom in 223 zoom out 223 Hot Key Cards 210 Hot key functions 212 I icon desktop 136 moving to desktop 136 recycle bin 136 safety 40 inserting ExpressCard® 142 installation memory module 52 installing a charged battery 130 battery...
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... external display problems 191 external keyboard 190 external monitor 191 good computing habits 201 hard disk drive is slow 193 Help and Support, Windows® operating system 186 high-pitched noise 195 installing hardware/software 204 keyboard 190 keyboard will not respond 182 memory problems 188 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 192 on-screen eject button 194 optical disc drive 193 power and batteries 188 printer 197 restore points 202 screen does not look correct/ flickers 191 slow Internet connection 186 sound system 194 trouble...
... external display problems 191 external keyboard 190 external monitor 191 good computing habits 201 hard disk drive is slow 193 Help and Support, Windows® operating system 186 high-pitched noise 195 installing hardware/software 204 keyboard 190 keyboard will not respond 182 memory problems 188 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 192 on-screen eject button 194 optical disc drive 193 power and batteries 188 printer 197 restore points 202 screen does not look correct/ flickers 191 slow Internet connection 186 sound system 194 trouble...
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... computer more quickly 90 options 88 turning on power 50 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 205 USB Wakeup function does not work 206 USB-compatible printer 86 user password, deleting 156 user password, setting 155 using a microphone 140 computer lock 99 DVDs 110 expansion port 145 ExpressCard® 142 Hibernation mode 92 hot key to set a power plan 127 Memory card reader 143 optical disc drive 110 Shut down command 90 Sleep mode 95 TOSHIBA eco power plan 128 touch pad 78 Web Camera 141 using the keyboard 101 using the...
... computer more quickly 90 options 88 turning on power 50 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 205 USB Wakeup function does not work 206 USB-compatible printer 86 user password, deleting 156 user password, setting 155 using a microphone 140 computer lock 99 DVDs 110 expansion port 145 ExpressCard® 142 Hibernation mode 92 hot key to set a power plan 127 Memory card reader 143 optical disc drive 110 Shut down command 90 Sleep mode 95 TOSHIBA eco power plan 128 touch pad 78 Web Camera 141 using the keyboard 101 using the...