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... drive partitions 69 Recovering to a custom size partition 71 Creating recovery DVDs/media 74 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 76 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 78 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 80 Installing drivers and applications 80 Using the touch pad 80 Adjusting touch pad settings 84 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 84 Using external display devices 85 Selecting video cables 85 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............85 Connecting to a TV using HDMI™-CEC 86 Connecting an external monitor...
... drive partitions 69 Recovering to a custom size partition 71 Creating recovery DVDs/media 74 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 76 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 78 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 80 Installing drivers and applications 80 Using the touch pad 80 Adjusting touch pad settings 84 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 84 Using external display devices 85 Selecting video cables 85 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............85 Connecting to a TV using HDMI™-CEC 86 Connecting an external monitor...
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...Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 168 Power supply mode settings 168 USB Sleep and Music 169 TOSHIBA Button Support 170 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint utility limitations 172 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint Logon 173 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 173 Fingerprint reader limitations 175 TOSHIBA eco Utility 176 TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator 177 TOSHIBA Service Station 178 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 178 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 180 Problems that are easy to fix 180 Problems...
...Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 168 Power supply mode settings 168 USB Sleep and Music 169 TOSHIBA Button Support 170 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint utility limitations 172 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint Logon 173 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 173 Fingerprint reader limitations 175 TOSHIBA eco Utility 176 TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator 177 TOSHIBA Service Station 178 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 178 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 180 Problems that are easy to fix 180 Problems...
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... to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at the time of publication to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. Your particular model may not have all subject to ensure...
... to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at the time of publication to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. Your particular model may not have all subject to ensure...
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... computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to be installed, it must be lost. Slot B is on the work surface to step...
... computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to be installed, it must be lost. Slot B is on the work surface to step...
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... series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector may have built up. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module...
... series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector may have built up. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module...
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... the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Slot B is the bottom slot. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). In this model, Slot A is the top slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat...
... the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Slot B is the bottom slot. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). In this model, Slot A is the top slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat...
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...: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could...
...: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could...
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... factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your computer to its out-of -box state. (Recommended recovery method) See "Recovering to recover your C: drive, leaving any other changing the internal partitions you to specify a custom size for example, a D: drive) storage drive partitions intact. 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive If the computer does 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...
... factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your computer to its out-of -box state. (Recommended recovery method) See "Recovering to recover your C: drive, leaving any other changing the internal partitions you to specify a custom size for example, a D: drive) storage drive partitions intact. 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive If the computer does 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...
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... Started Using external display devices Connecting to a TV using HDMI™-CEC (Available on certain models.) HDMI™-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is selected using the Fn + F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI™ or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI™-CEC function on the computer. The HDMI™-CEC utility is dedicated to take advantage of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect...
... Started Using external display devices Connecting to a TV using HDMI™-CEC (Available on certain models.) HDMI™-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is selected using the Fn + F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI™ or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI™-CEC function on the computer. The HDMI™-CEC utility is dedicated to take advantage of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect...
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... drive will run using headphones. Do not touch the surface of media, use the associated software to open Windows Media® Player and use the disc. Do not stack discs. You are ready to pause, click the Play/pause button. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Continuous exposure to listen, turn the volume down. For other types of the disc. If you incorrectly handle the discs...
... drive will run using headphones. Do not touch the surface of media, use the associated software to open Windows Media® Player and use the disc. Do not stack discs. You are ready to pause, click the Play/pause button. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Continuous exposure to listen, turn the volume down. For other types of the disc. If you incorrectly handle the discs...
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... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK 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-screen instructions to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Utilities Setting passwords 159 To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK 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-screen instructions to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Utilities Setting passwords 159 To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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..., TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then HWSetup, or click the TOSHIBA Hardware Settings icon in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Setting by pressing the arrow keys, then pressing the Enter key. ❖ Boot Speed-Reduces the time needed for the BIOS to power on the computer, then quickly pressing the F12 key. 164 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows...
..., TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then HWSetup, or click the TOSHIBA Hardware Settings icon in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Setting by pressing the arrow keys, then pressing the Enter key. ❖ Boot Speed-Reduces the time needed for the BIOS to power on the computer, then quickly pressing the F12 key. 164 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows...
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... TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your home country or region. 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 certain models). 178 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service...
... TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your home country or region. 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 certain models). 178 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service...
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... Boot Options menu displays 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 When you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the...
... Boot Options menu displays 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 When you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the...
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...; Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the adapter type is not set for each of these components individually. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is supported by clicking...
...; Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the adapter type is not set for each of these components individually. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is supported by clicking...
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... operating system automatically recognize the change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. interlaced-A method of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn...
... operating system automatically recognize the change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. interlaced-A method of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn...
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... 135 battery indicator light 126 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 114 button 3D ON/OFF button 116 eco Utility™ 131 eject, optical disc drive 115 Illumination ON/OFF button 116 mute button 116 play/pause button 116 power 50 Shut down 53, 92 start 141 volume control buttons 116 Wireless antenna ON/OFF button 116 buttons media control buttons 116 C Call2Recycle™ battery 137 caring for your computer 100 changing battery 131 character keys 104 charging the battery...
... 135 battery indicator light 126 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 114 button 3D ON/OFF button 116 eco Utility™ 131 eject, optical disc drive 115 Illumination ON/OFF button 116 mute button 116 play/pause button 116 power 50 Shut down 53, 92 start 141 volume control buttons 116 Wireless antenna ON/OFF button 116 buttons media control buttons 116 C Call2Recycle™ battery 137 caring for your computer 100 changing battery 131 character keys 104 charging the battery...
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power plan 213 Sleep mode 214 using to set a power plan 130 volume mute 211 Zoom (Display resolution) 220 zooming in 221 zooming out 221 Hot Key Cards 208 Hot key functions 209 I icon desktop 140 moving to desktop 140 recycle bin 140 safety 40 installation memory module 52 installing a charged battery 133 battery 131 memory modules 52 mouse 88 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 42 internal storage drive recovery 62 K keyboard Alt keys 105 character keys 104 Ctrl keys 105 emulate a full...
power plan 213 Sleep mode 214 using to set a power plan 130 volume mute 211 Zoom (Display resolution) 220 zooming in 221 zooming out 221 Hot Key Cards 208 Hot key functions 209 I icon desktop 140 moving to desktop 140 recycle bin 140 safety 40 installation memory module 52 installing a charged battery 133 battery 131 memory modules 52 mouse 88 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 42 internal storage drive recovery 62 K keyboard Alt keys 105 character keys 104 Ctrl keys 105 emulate a full...
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... Sleep mode 100 Startup menu problem solving 184 supervisor password, deleting 158 supervisor password, set up 157 system indicator lights AC power 46 drive in-use indicator 115 LEDs 47, 48, 50, 95, 97, 100, 125, 126, 145 T taking care of battery 135 taskbar 142 television adjusting display 88 tips for computing 102 Toshiba online resources 120 registering computer Toshiba Web site 51 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer...
... Sleep mode 100 Startup menu problem solving 184 supervisor password, deleting 158 supervisor password, set up 157 system indicator lights AC power 46 drive in-use indicator 115 LEDs 47, 48, 50, 95, 97, 100, 125, 126, 145 T taking care of battery 135 taskbar 142 television adjusting display 88 tips for computing 102 Toshiba online resources 120 registering computer Toshiba Web site 51 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer...
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... trouble running programs 192 URL address not found 185 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 203 USB Wakeup function does not work 204 Windows® operating system not working 183 wireless networking 196 turning off computer 90 computer more quickly 93 options 90 turning on power 50 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 203 USB Wakeup function does not work 204 USB-compatible printer 88 user password, deleting 159 user password, setting 158 using a microphone 144 computer lock 101 DVDs 113 external display devices 85 Hibernation mode 95 hot key to set a power...
... trouble running programs 192 URL address not found 185 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 203 USB Wakeup function does not work 204 Windows® operating system not working 183 wireless networking 196 turning off computer 90 computer more quickly 93 options 90 turning on power 50 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 203 USB Wakeup function does not work 204 USB-compatible printer 88 user password, deleting 159 user password, setting 158 using a microphone 144 computer lock 101 DVDs 113 external display devices 85 Hibernation mode 95 hot key to set a power...