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... 55 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 57 Recovering to a custom size partition 60 Creating recovery media 62 Restoring from recovery media 65 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 67 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 68 Installing drivers and applications 68 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 69 Adjusting touch pad settings 73 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 73 Scrolling with the touch pad 74 Control buttons 74 Connecting an external device 74 Using external display devices 75 Selecting video cables 75 Connecting an HDMI...
... 55 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 57 Recovering to a custom size partition 60 Creating recovery media 62 Restoring from recovery media 65 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 67 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 68 Installing drivers and applications 68 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 69 Adjusting touch pad settings 73 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 73 Scrolling with the touch pad 74 Control buttons 74 Connecting an external device 74 Using external display devices 75 Selecting video cables 75 Connecting an HDMI...
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... 119 Connect 120 Secure 121 Protect & Fix 122 Optimize 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Setting passwords 125 Using an instant password 125 Using a supervisor password 126 Using a user password 127 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 129 TOSHIBA Security Assist 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 132 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 133 Mouse Utility 134 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 135 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 137 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 137 USB Sleep and Charge 137 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......139 Power supply mode settings 139 TOSHIBA Button Support...
... 119 Connect 120 Secure 121 Protect & Fix 122 Optimize 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Setting passwords 125 Using an instant password 125 Using a supervisor password 126 Using a user password 127 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 129 TOSHIBA Security Assist 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 132 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 133 Mouse Utility 134 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 135 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 137 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 137 USB Sleep and Charge 137 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......139 Power supply mode settings 139 TOSHIBA Button Support...
User Guide
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... overheating when the power is turned on page 102. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate 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. ❖ Always operate your computer...
... overheating when the power is turned on page 102. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate 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. ❖ Always operate your computer...
User Guide
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... a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 128 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-screen instructions to remove the user password. NOTE This will remove the user password only...
... a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 128 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-screen instructions to remove the user password. NOTE This will remove the user password only...
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...; 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 computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup...
...; 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 computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup...
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... apply. Check the ExpressCard® status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under the operating system. This is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard®slips through quality control. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. ExpressCards® that machine. If...
... apply. Check the ExpressCard® status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under the operating system. This is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard®slips through quality control. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. ExpressCards® that machine. If...
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... memory. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. See also Sleep, Suspend. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to create a complete screen image. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also cache, CPU...
... memory. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. See also Sleep, Suspend. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to create a complete screen image. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also cache, CPU...
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... display device 75 monitor 76 power cord/cable 41 power source 40 cooling fan adequate ventilation 38 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 175 desktop creating new icon 108 exploring the 107 icons 108 recycle bin 108 standard features 108 Windows® operating system 107 Device Manager fixing a problem 159 directing display output 76 disabling touch pad 73, 191 display troubleshooting 163 display devices external 75 display output settings 77 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 18 disposing of used batteries...
... display device 75 monitor 76 power cord/cable 41 power source 40 cooling fan adequate ventilation 38 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 175 desktop creating new icon 108 exploring the 107 icons 108 recycle bin 108 standard features 108 Windows® operating system 107 Device Manager fixing a problem 159 directing display output 76 disabling touch pad 73, 191 display troubleshooting 163 display devices external 75 display output settings 77 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 18 disposing of used batteries...
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... and Support troubleshooting 158 Hibernation mode hot key 187 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 190 display brightness 189 Hibernation mode 187 keyboard overlays 192 Lock (Instant security) 184 Output (Display switch) 188 power plan 185 Sleep mode 186 using to set a power plan 99 volume mute 183 zoom 192 zoom in 192 zoom out 192 Hot Key Cards 181 Hot key functions 183 I icon desktop 108 moving to desktop 108 recycle bin 108 safety 29 inserting ExpressCard® 113 installation memory module...
... and Support troubleshooting 158 Hibernation mode hot key 187 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 190 display brightness 189 Hibernation mode 187 keyboard overlays 192 Lock (Instant security) 184 Output (Display switch) 188 power plan 185 Sleep mode 186 using to set a power plan 99 volume mute 183 zoom 192 zoom in 192 zoom out 192 Hot Key Cards 181 Hot key functions 183 I icon desktop 108 moving to desktop 108 recycle bin 108 safety 29 inserting ExpressCard® 113 installation memory module...
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...function keys 82 L LEDs system indicator lights 95 AC adaptor light 94 AC power light 39, 41 battery light 41 Web Camera light 112 Licenses 18 lock computer, using 79 M maintaining your battery 104 manual eject hole optical disc drive 86 memory adding (optional) 43 check total memory 53 removing memory module slot cover 46 Memory card reader inserting memory media 115 removing memory media 116 using 114 memory module installation 44 inserting into socket 48 removing 50, 52 microphone using 111 monitor connecting 76 monitor problems troubleshooting 163 monitoring battery power 94 mouse utility...
...function keys 82 L LEDs system indicator lights 95 AC adaptor light 94 AC power light 39, 41 battery light 41 Web Camera light 112 Licenses 18 lock computer, using 79 M maintaining your battery 104 manual eject hole optical disc drive 86 memory adding (optional) 43 check total memory 53 removing memory module slot cover 46 Memory card reader inserting memory media 115 removing memory media 116 using 114 memory module installation 44 inserting into socket 48 removing 50, 52 microphone using 111 monitor connecting 76 monitor problems troubleshooting 163 monitoring battery power 94 mouse utility...
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... a place to work 31 power plan options 98 video cables 75 setting low battery notifications 96 setting up AC adaptor 39 adding memory (optional) 43 communications 110 computer 38 software Setup Wizard 42 work environment 31 settings customize computer settings 78 display output 77 Shut down button 45 computer 45 Sleep mode hot key 186 software Setup Wizard 42 software program starting 82 starting from Start menu 83 solid state drive (SSD) 86 sounds recording 111 speakers using external 112 start button 109 starting a program...
... a place to work 31 power plan options 98 video cables 75 setting low battery notifications 96 setting up AC adaptor 39 adding memory (optional) 43 communications 110 computer 38 software Setup Wizard 42 work environment 31 settings customize computer settings 78 display output 77 Shut down button 45 computer 45 Sleep mode hot key 186 software Setup Wizard 42 software program starting 82 starting from Start menu 83 solid state drive (SSD) 86 sounds recording 111 speakers using external 112 start button 109 starting a program...
User Guide 2
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... total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your PC (with user's data 57 Reset your PC 60 Installing drivers and applications 62 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 63 Adjusting touch pad settings 66 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 67 Scrolling with the touch pad 67 Control buttons 67 Connecting an external device 68 Using external display devices 68 Selecting video cables 69 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 69 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
... total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your PC (with user's data 57 Reset your PC 60 Installing drivers and applications 62 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 63 Adjusting touch pad settings 66 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 67 Scrolling with the touch pad 67 Control buttons 67 Connecting an external device 68 Using external display devices 68 Selecting video cables 69 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 69 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
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... memory modules stacked on . Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The memory module...
... memory modules stacked on . Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The memory module...
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... Started 69 Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port DisplayPort™* or HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Refer to see if you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to the manual...
... Started 69 Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port DisplayPort™* or HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Refer to see if you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to the manual...
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... several options to fix the problem. Reset your computer ❖ All of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. There are removed ❖ A list of your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from the menu. If Windows® fails to start...
... several options to fix the problem. Reset your computer ❖ All of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. There are removed ❖ A list of your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from the menu. If Windows® fails to start...
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... media formats, refer to see "You press the disc eject button, but others do not. The disc will not come out of these devices to work together, several sections in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to press the manual eject button. Sound system problems No sound is too loud. Adjust the volume control. Most ExpressCard® problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory...
... media formats, refer to see "You press the disc eject button, but others do not. The disc will not come out of these devices to work together, several sections in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to press the manual eject button. Sound system problems No sound is too loud. Adjust the volume control. Most ExpressCard® problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory...
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.... follow the installation instructions that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for "back up the computer while running on battery power. Always carefully follow directions carefully! If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see...
.... follow the installation instructions that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for "back up the computer while running on battery power. Always carefully follow directions carefully! If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see...
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... control overlay TOSHIBA Function key 174 customize computer settings 72 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 164 desktop creating new icon 104 exploring the 104 icons 104 recycle bin 105 standard features 103, 104 Desktop Assist 116 Media & Entertainment tab 117 Support & Recovery tab 119 Tools & Utilities tab 118 Device Manager fixing a problem 147 directing display output 70 disabling touch pad 67 display troubleshooting 152 display devices external 68 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 16 disposing of used batteries...
... control overlay TOSHIBA Function key 174 customize computer settings 72 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 164 desktop creating new icon 104 exploring the 104 icons 104 recycle bin 105 standard features 103, 104 Desktop Assist 116 Media & Entertainment tab 117 Support & Recovery tab 119 Tools & Utilities tab 118 Device Manager fixing a problem 147 directing display output 70 disabling touch pad 67 display troubleshooting 152 display devices external 68 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 16 disposing of used batteries...
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... indicator lights AC power 37 drive in-use indicator 80 LEDs 39, 88, 89, 109 System Settings 124 T taking care of battery 98 taskbar 105 television adjusting display 71 Tiles Start screen 104 tips for computing 74 Toshiba online resources 83 registering computer Toshiba Web site 41 worldwide offices 169 Toshiba accessories memory 43 TOSHIBA Application Installer 133 TOSHIBA Button Setting 135 Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 63 Toshiba EasyGuard® 84 TOSHIBA Function keys cursor control overlay 174 disabling or enabling wireless devices...
... indicator lights AC power 37 drive in-use indicator 80 LEDs 39, 88, 89, 109 System Settings 124 T taking care of battery 98 taskbar 105 television adjusting display 71 Tiles Start screen 104 tips for computing 74 Toshiba online resources 83 registering computer Toshiba Web site 41 worldwide offices 169 Toshiba accessories memory 43 TOSHIBA Application Installer 133 TOSHIBA Button Setting 135 Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 63 Toshiba EasyGuard® 84 TOSHIBA Function keys cursor control overlay 174 disabling or enabling wireless devices...
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... enabling/disabling touch pad 173 Hibernation mode 171 keyboard Function keys 175 Lock (Instant security) 171 numeric overlay 174 optical disk drive 174 Output (Display switch) 172 power plan 171 scroll lock 174 Sleep mode 171 speaker volume 175 using to set a power plan 93 volume mute 174 Zoom (Display resolution) 175 zoom in 175 zoom out 175 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 129 TouchPad™ control buttons 67 primary button 67 secondary button 68 traveling tips 101 troubleshooting 151 AC power light is blinking 142 battery light is blinking...
... enabling/disabling touch pad 173 Hibernation mode 171 keyboard Function keys 175 Lock (Instant security) 171 numeric overlay 174 optical disk drive 174 Output (Display switch) 172 power plan 171 scroll lock 174 Sleep mode 171 speaker volume 175 using to set a power plan 93 volume mute 174 Zoom (Display resolution) 175 zoom in 175 zoom out 175 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 129 TouchPad™ control buttons 67 primary button 67 secondary button 68 traveling tips 101 troubleshooting 151 AC power light is blinking 142 battery light is blinking...