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In order to do this change. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of this , it may occasionally be necessary for them know of 1991 makes it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America...
In order to do this change. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of this , it may occasionally be necessary for them know of 1991 makes it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America...
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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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... scratching the top cover of the Start menu. If the computer is to be installed, it must be lost. NOTE For this model, Slot A is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in Slot A. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the...
... scratching the top cover of the Start menu. If the computer is to be installed, it must be lost. NOTE For this model, Slot A is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in Slot A. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the...
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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer is in serious injury. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer is in serious injury. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
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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 63. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. 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...
... 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 63. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. 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...
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... Getting Started Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device Adjusting touch pad settings While you are typing, the on-screen pointer may seem to move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left mouse button. For help with the touch pad. See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 83. ❖ Disable the tapping feature. If you disable tapping only, you can be replaced by computer model. To scroll...
... Getting Started Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device Adjusting touch pad settings While you are typing, the on-screen pointer may seem to move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left mouse button. For help with the touch pad. See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 83. ❖ Disable the tapping feature. If you disable tapping only, you can be replaced by computer model. To scroll...
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... the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer, read the directions that came with your monitor. Connecting an external monitor via the...
... the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer, read the directions that came with your monitor. Connecting an external monitor via the...
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... exposure to your hearing. The drive will run using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to loud sound can harm your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the computer is turned on, the default player opens. ❖ To play the CD. Before...
... exposure to your hearing. The drive will run using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to loud sound can harm your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the computer is turned on, the default player opens. ❖ To play the CD. Before...
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Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. NOTE This will remove the user password only. 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 you want to save the password to a text file or external media of your choice, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file...
Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. NOTE This will remove the user password only. 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 you want to save the password to a text file or external media of your choice, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file...
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... you when updates are available, and you can then choose 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 initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may...
... you when updates are available, and you can then choose 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 initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may...
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... right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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 automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally...
... right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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 automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally...
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... display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any of keyboard. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to continue working. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems If, while typing, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may need to update your keyboard driver. Refer to any key. Try using is not set for an external monitor. The keyboard...
... display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any of keyboard. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to continue working. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems If, while typing, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may need to update your keyboard driver. Refer to any key. Try using is not set for an external monitor. The keyboard...
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...-pitched noise. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may apply. If your ExpressCard and the card did not come with a ExpressCard slot is too loud. Adjust the volume control. Check the ExpressCard® status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under the operating system. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager.
...-pitched noise. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may apply. If your ExpressCard and the card did not come with a ExpressCard slot is too loud. Adjust the volume control. Check the ExpressCard® status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under the operating system. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager.
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... function, if connected with the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you turn the computer off . Compare non-interlaced. See also HDMI. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. hot swapping-The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key...
... function, if connected with the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you turn the computer off . Compare non-interlaced. See also HDMI. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. hot swapping-The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key...
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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...