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... fax software instructions installed on the first page of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on this computer. 5 Connection to party line service is to provide you with the best service it can. If trouble is...
... fax software instructions installed on the first page of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on this computer. 5 Connection to party line service is to provide you with the best service it can. If trouble is...
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... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using the TouchPad 74 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 77 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse...
... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using the TouchPad 74 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 77 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse...
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... memory media 138 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 139 Chapter 5: Utilities 140 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect 142 Secure 143 Protect & Fix 144 Optimize 145 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 Setting passwords 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility...
... memory media 138 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 139 Chapter 5: Utilities 140 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect 142 Secure 143 Protect & Fix 144 Optimize 145 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 Setting passwords 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility...
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... cool to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If the computer has...
... cool to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If the computer has...
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... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located...
... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located...
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... of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Installed memory (RAM) is turned on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer or AC...
... of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Installed memory (RAM) is turned on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer or AC...
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... 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 the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of your television. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings.
... 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 the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of your television. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings.
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Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 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 password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and...
Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 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 password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and...
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... drive. 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, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. Those countries may or may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor...
... drive. 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, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. Those countries may or may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor...
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... specifications do match, contact Toshiba. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of the AC adaptor must match exactly. The amperage rating of these problems, use the AC adaptor that required by the computer. The battery light is blinking when the computer is not working plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
... specifications do match, contact Toshiba. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of the AC adaptor must match exactly. The amperage rating of these problems, use the AC adaptor that required by the computer. The battery light is blinking when the computer is not working plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
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... "Removing a memory module" on page 58. 3 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the lower-right corner of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to be hardware or even software related. To check a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under System, click Device Manager. 2 To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. 3 To view the properties, double-click the device. Memory problems Incorrectly connected...
... "Removing a memory module" on page 58. 3 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the lower-right corner of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to be hardware or even software related. To check a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under System, click Device Manager. 2 To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. 3 To view the properties, double-click the device. Memory problems Incorrectly connected...
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... solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for each of these components individually. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖...
... solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for each of these components individually. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖...
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... for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The modem is firmly connected to someone else. Some Toshiba models may be set up to check this. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer technician. ❖ Verify that your computer has an internal Wi-Fi® adapter...
... for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The modem is firmly connected to someone else. Some Toshiba models may be set up to check this. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer technician. ❖ Verify that your computer has an internal Wi-Fi® adapter...
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... backup target by connecting it was in case you need any files from optical discs. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to the installation, undoing any changes...
... backup target by connecting it was in case you need any files from optical discs. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to the installation, undoing any changes...
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... refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. internal device - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of many Toshiba computers that saves to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L2...
... refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. internal device - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of many Toshiba computers that saves to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L2...
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... changing 119 charge indicator light 48, 113 charge not lasting 175 charging 48, 112 conserving power 116 disposal 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 48, 113 not charging 174 notifications 116 power plan 199 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 103 Media control buttons 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 changing...
... changing 119 charge indicator light 48, 113 charge not lasting 175 charging 48, 112 conserving power 116 disposal 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 48, 113 not charging 174 notifications 116 power plan 199 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 103 Media control buttons 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 changing...
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.../trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 177 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 79 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 176 display, external adjusting 80 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 124 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 184 E eject button optical drive 103 eject, optical drive 103 ENERGY STAR® 37 error...
.../trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 177 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 79 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 176 display, external adjusting 80 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 124 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 184 E eject button optical drive 103 eject, optical drive 103 ENERGY STAR® 37 error...
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... enabling wireless devices 204 display brightness 203 Hibernation mode 201 keyboard overlays 207 Lock (Instant security) 198 Output (Display switch) 202 power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 volume mute 197 Zoom (Display resolution) 206 zooming in 207 zooming out 207 Hot Key Cards 193 Hot key functions 197 hot key power plan 118 http 132 I icon 127 desktop 127 moving to desktop 127 recycle bin 127 safety 40 installation memory module 52 installing main battery 119, 121 memory modules 52 mouse 80 Internet...
... enabling wireless devices 204 display brightness 203 Hibernation mode 201 keyboard overlays 207 Lock (Instant security) 198 Output (Display switch) 202 power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 volume mute 197 Zoom (Display resolution) 206 zooming in 207 zooming out 207 Hot Key Cards 193 Hot key functions 197 hot key power plan 118 http 132 I icon 127 desktop 127 moving to desktop 127 recycle bin 127 safety 40 installation memory module 52 installing main battery 119, 121 memory modules 52 mouse 80 Internet...
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... contacting Toshiba 190 corrupted/damaged data files 178 Device Manager 172 disk drive is slow 178 display is blank 176 external display not working 177 external monitor 176 faulty memory 173 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 172 Internet connection is slow 172 keyboard not responding 168 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 177 modem not receiving or transmitting 182 no sound 180 non-system disk or disk error 169 power and batteries...
... contacting Toshiba 190 corrupted/damaged data files 178 Device Manager 172 disk drive is slow 178 display is blank 176 external display not working 177 external monitor 176 faulty memory 173 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 172 Internet connection is slow 172 keyboard not responding 168 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 177 modem not receiving or transmitting 182 no sound 180 non-system disk or disk error 169 power and batteries...
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... worldwide offices 191 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA eco power plan Using 119 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 Toshiba online resources 108 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 161 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 153 TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 76 disabling 77 enabling 77 using 74 traveling tips 125 troubleshooting DVD player
... worldwide offices 191 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA eco power plan Using 119 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 Toshiba online resources 108 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 161 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 153 TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 76 disabling 77 enabling 77 using 74 traveling tips 125 troubleshooting DVD player