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... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
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...Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 127 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 128 Mouse Utility 129 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 130 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 USB Sleep and Charge 132 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......134 Power supply mode settings 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA eco Utility 136 TOSHIBA...
...Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 127 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 128 Mouse Utility 129 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 130 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 USB Sleep and Charge 132 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......134 Power supply mode settings 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA eco Utility 136 TOSHIBA...
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... 153 DVD operating problems 155 Develop good computing habits 156 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165 Volume Mute 166 Lock (Instant security 166 Display brightness 166 Output (Display switch 167 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 168 Keyboard hot key functions 169 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...
... 153 DVD operating problems 155 Develop good computing habits 156 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165 Volume Mute 166 Lock (Instant security 166 Display brightness 166 Output (Display switch 167 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 168 Keyboard hot key functions 169 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...
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... of contents and the index to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to-date...
... of contents and the index to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to-date...
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... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on the underside of today's popular applications. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Allow the module(s) to cool to run most of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module...
... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on the underside of today's popular applications. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Allow the module(s) to cool to run most of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module...
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...Sleep mode). Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery...❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the underside of the slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it...
...Sleep mode). Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery...❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the underside of the slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it...
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... not recognize 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 45), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. This is displayed below the System heading. The following program to make changes to recover your permission. Getting Started 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the...
... not recognize 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 45), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. This is displayed below the System heading. The following program to make changes to recover your permission. Getting Started 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the...
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... a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port *Available...
... a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port *Available...
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... external display device. NOTE In the future you first need a larger screen. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, 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 a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. NOTE Some modes...
... external display device. NOTE In the future you first need a larger screen. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, 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 a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. NOTE Some modes...
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In the list that appears above, click on -screen instructions to remove the user password. 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 your selection. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist.
In the list that appears above, click on -screen instructions to remove the user password. 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 your selection. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist.
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... 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 the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). The stored data uses a very small portion of initial system use, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures...
... 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 the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). The stored data uses a very small portion of initial system use, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures...
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...; 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. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
...; 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. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
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... adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. If you through the display options. Refer to the documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to update your keyboard driver. Try using the built-in screen, make...
... adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. If you through the display options. Refer to the documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to update your keyboard driver. Try using the built-in screen, make...
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... Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your files. Most 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 read from optical discs. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help , click the Start button, Help and Support, and search for installing hardware and software...
... Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your files. Most 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 read from optical discs. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help , click the Start button, Help and Support, and search for installing hardware and software...
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... control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you turn on the screen that saves to create a complete screen image. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. Hibernation-A feature of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. internal device...
... control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you turn on the screen that saves to create a complete screen image. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. Hibernation-A feature of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. internal device...
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... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 107 care 105, 106 changing 102 charge indicator light 42 188 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 106 indicator light...
... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 107 care 105, 106 changing 102 charge indicator light 42 188 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 106 indicator light...
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... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 158 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 145 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 168 display troubleshooting 149 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 106 DVD removing...
... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 158 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 145 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 168 display troubleshooting 149 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 106 DVD removing...
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... 89 DVD player troubleshooting 155 DVDs using 86 E eject button optical disc drive 87 eject, optical disc drive 87 enabling touch pad 75, 168 ENERGY STAR® 27 exploring desktop 108 external display device HDMI™ Out port 76 RGB (monitor) port 76 external display, adjusting 78 F files backing up 82, 85 restore 86 saving 85 function keys 83 H headphones using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 144 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 170 display brightness 166 keyboard overlays 169 Lock (Instant security) 166 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute...
... 89 DVD player troubleshooting 155 DVDs using 86 E eject button optical disc drive 87 eject, optical disc drive 87 enabling touch pad 75, 168 ENERGY STAR® 27 exploring desktop 108 external display device HDMI™ Out port 76 RGB (monitor) port 76 external display, adjusting 78 F files backing up 82, 85 restore 86 saving 85 function keys 83 H headphones using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 144 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 170 display brightness 166 keyboard overlays 169 Lock (Instant security) 166 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute...
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...-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 162 Startup options 143 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal storage drive 53 out...
...-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 162 Startup options 143 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal storage drive 53 out...
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... Monitor 137 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 148 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 144 checking device properties 145 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 161 corrupted/damaged data files 151 data/entire system backup 158 Device Manager 145 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 149 display problems screen is blank 148 DVD player 155 eject button...
... Monitor 137 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 148 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 144 checking device properties 145 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 161 corrupted/damaged data files 151 data/entire system backup 158 Device Manager 145 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 149 display problems screen is blank 148 DVD player 155 eject button...