Toshiba Satellite C675-S7103 User Guide

Toshiba Satellite C675-S7103 Manual

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    Satellite®/Satellite Pro® C600 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Customer Support Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If
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    handling. Model: Satellite®/Satellite Pro® C600 and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA
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    applications" means life support systems, medical life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference
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    complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site
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    uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support
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    your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment 1 above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's
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    problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars
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    of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
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    to licensing. Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l' used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are
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    /or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners
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    the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low
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    stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment
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    bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457- The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer. Not all devices are available on all models.
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    14 Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® Wireless Wi-Fi® Link 5100/5300 Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Andorra Argentina CNC: Australia
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    15 Paraguay Poland Qatar Russia San Marino Singapore South Africa Sri Lanka Tahiti Turk Islands Peru Portugal Réunion Saint Martin Saudi Arabia Slovakia South Korea Sweden
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    16 Chile Croatia Denmark Egypt Finland Ghana Herzegovina Hungary Indonesia Italy Jordan Kuwait Lebanon Lithuania Malaysia Monaco Nambia New Zealand Norway Panama Peru Portugal Romania Senegal Slovak Republic South Korea Sweden Thailand Ukraine USA Yemen China Cyprus Dominican Republic El Salvador
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    17 Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: Dans le cas d'une utilisation privée, à l'extérieur d'un bâtiment, audessus d'un espace public, aucun enregistrement n'est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l'IBPT est requise.
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    operation of this device. The Access Point's radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European
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    19 China Croatia Denmark Egypt Finland Ghana Honduras Iceland Ireland Japan Kenya Latvia Liechtenstein Macedonia Mexico Mozambique Nicaragua Pakistan Paraguay Poland Qatar Serbia Slovenia Spain Switzerland Trinidad United Kingdom Venezuela Colombia Cyprus Dominican Republic El Salvador France
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    20 Cambodia China Croatia Denmark Egypt Finland Germany Hong Kong India Israel Japan Kenya Latvia Lithuania Malaysia Monaco Netherlands Antilles Norway Panama Peru Portugal Romania Serbia Slovenia Spain Switzerland Trinidad UAE (United Arab Emirates) Uruguay Vietnam Canada Colombia Cyprus
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    21 Approved Countries/Regions for the Realtek® RTL8188CE This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Albania Australia Bahrain Bolivia Brazil Cambodia Chile Costa
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    22 Uganda Uruguay Vietnam UAE (United Arab Emirates) USA Zimbabwe United Kingdom Venezuela Approved Countries/Regions for the Realtek® RTL8187B This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/
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    or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport
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    24 Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth® wireless technology) Bluetooth® Card from Toshiba equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions
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    safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain
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    26 Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/ region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the following: European Union (EU) and EFTA This equipment complies with the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and has been
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    injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required. Location of the Required Label (Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc
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    INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT
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    29 Trademarks Satellite and Satellite Pro are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Adobe and at www.eiae.org. As part of Toshiba's commitment to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in and recycling programs. For
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    Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 30
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    the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing 78 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 80 Installing drivers and applications 80 Using the touch pad 81 Adjusting touch
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    32 Contents Connecting a printer 87 Setting up a printer 88 Turning off the computer 89 Options for turning off the computer 89 Using the Shut down command 91 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........94 Using and configuring Sleep mode 96 Closing the display panel 99 Customizing your
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    Computing 118 Toshiba's energy-saver design 118 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 119 Power management 120 Using additional batteries 120 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 121 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring main battery power 122 Determining
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    34 Contents Disposing of used batteries 133 Traveling tips 134 Chapter 4: Exploring Your TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 155 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 156 Mouse Utility 157 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility 160 TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator 161 TOSHIBA Service
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    169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175 Printer problems 176 Wireless networking problems 177 DVD operating problems 178 Develop good computing
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    36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 188 Hot Key Cards 188 Using the Hot Key Cards 189 Hot key functions 189 Volume Mute 190 Lock (Instant security 191 Power plan
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    and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your computer is set mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode. We recommend the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on using power management settings to
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    less energy depending on how it is used. If all U.S. households and businesses replaced old computers with new ENERGY STAR® qualified models, we would save more than cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its computer component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and
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    manuals prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide
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    Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
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    electronic version of the User's Guide (this document) ❖ A Quick Start Card ❖ A Resource Guide ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Service options Toshiba offers a full line of
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    provides tips for using your computer effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is shipped with your computer, contains important safety information. Please read the safety
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    Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to
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    hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the "Avoid extended contact between computer base/palm rest and skin" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop
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    serious injury. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. NOTE The , printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. To use external power
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    's battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability
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    with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected
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    cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 128 for information on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an
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    period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the
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    external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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    Warranty. NOTE To register online, you must be connected to the Internet. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 50. After starting your computer for the first time you
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    large amounts of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on also be hot. Allow the module(s) to cool to room temperature before replacing it. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area
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    Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules. Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in
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    54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 128. C600/C640 series C650 series Memory module slot cover C670 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the
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    have built up. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the
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    56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on page 59. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another, you must remove the top module first before
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    Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully
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    is to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 130. 16 Turn the computer right side up. Make
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    Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the
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    Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen may appear when you turn on the power: your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly.
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    . Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up
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    62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: ❖ Click Start
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    to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing your internal storage you restore your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored. Any files that you created
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    computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 While powering on your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys to scroll down, select the HDD Recovery option, and then press the ENTER key. 4 If
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    with user's data" option is selected in the next step. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process
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    Default Software screen appears. Select Recover to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 8 Click Next factory default state and attempts to save C:\Users data to C:\Backup. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back-up. Please make a complete back
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    data into your personal folders. 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 While powering on your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys to scroll down, select the HDD Recovery option, and then press the ENTER key. 4 If
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    Default Software with user's data, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 7 A warning screen appears, stating the Toshiba Recovery Wizard will "attempt" to save all data. There is a risk that the Toshiba Recovery Wizard may not be able to save all data during the recovery
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    Getting Started 69 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 9 When the recovery process is complete, the Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears, indicating that the recovery process is complete. Click Finish to restart the computer. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software -
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    computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 While powering on your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys to scroll down, select the HDD Recovery option, and then press the ENTER key. 4 If
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    Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 7 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 8 Click Next. A
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    computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 While powering on your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys to scroll down, select the HDD Recovery option, and then press the ENTER key. 4 If
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    with user's data" option is selected in the next step. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process
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    Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select Recover to a custom size partition. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 8 Use the on-screen arrow buttons in The size of drive C: field to set the partition
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    system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop-down list next to "System Recovery Media," depending on the type
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    to a USB flash drive, connect a USB flash drive of the required minimum capacity (as specified in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility dialog box. 6 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the instructions on creating recovery DVDs/media, see "Creating recovery
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    , only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored. Any files TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on your keyboard. The boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type
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    deletes all other partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the recovery process is complete While powering on your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. The boot menu appears. Using the arrow keys to scroll
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    , and then power on the computer. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press F12. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD or USB Flash option on the boot menu, depending on which type of media you are using, and then press Enter. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase
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    5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall
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    NOTE Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications. You can use the touch pad (the small, touch for specific instructions on performing each operation. NOTE The pointer is the icon (usually an arrow) that moves on the screen when you slide
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    touch pad To: Do the following: Example: Move the on-screen Slide your finger across the touch pad in the pointer direction . This feature varies by program. Check your program documentation for specific instructions on right-clicking. (Sample Illustration) Click the secondary (right-hand)
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    Getting Started Using the touch pad To: Scroll horizontally Do the following: Slide your finger along the bottom edge of the touch pad in the direction you want to scroll. Repeat to scroll a longer distance. Example: 83 (Sample Illustration) Horizontal scrolling active area Scroll continuously
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    screen, and potentially the item or text may be replaced by the next character you type. ❖ Temporarily disable the touch pad, so that it does not respond to touch or button presses while you type visit www.support.toshiba.com, and enter the phrase "Mouse pointer jumps around as you type" into the
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    side of computer Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor
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    configuration steps. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use an external keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer's built-in touch pad. You can use
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    If a USB cable was not included with your printer, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer may automatically recognize the printer; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions
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    installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to set . (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer.
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    the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one option available for turning off the computer
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    than restarting after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, including all open
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    charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring
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    Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears.
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    that you can configure. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. NOTE be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this
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    94 Getting Started Turning off the computer Restarting your computer To start the computer up again, press the power button until the ON/OFF light glows green. If you turn off the computer by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. Using and configuring
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    2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. 4 Double-click Power buttons and lid to
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    can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this button until the ON/OFF light glows green. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by
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    appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of
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    that you can configure. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 6 Select Sleep for the options you want. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set
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    /OFF light glows green. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you place the computer in Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 131.
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    . The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure
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    save it to the internal storage drive. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved. See "Saving your work" on page 108 for
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    102 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via external media, email, or download from the
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    of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except
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    104 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard includes only one Enter key. Most of the time, this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. Using the Fn key, you can simulate the
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    the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data NOTE This section applies to the C600/C640 series. The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay
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    106 Learning the Basics Starting a program Using the overlay for cursor control NOTE This section applies to the C600/C640 series. The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are the cursor control overlay keys. To turn the cursor control overlay on, press Fn and F10
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    Learning the Basics Starting a program 107 2 Click the program group, in this example, Accessories. The Accessories menu is displayed. 3 Click the program, in this example, WordPad. WordPad opens. To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program's window.
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    . Search programs and files field (Sample Image) Search programs and files field in Start menu 2 Start typing the program's name (wordpad) in the Search programs and files field. As you type, all matching files and programs are displayed in a separate window. 3 In the search results window, click
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    name. (Sample Image) Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not
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    110 Learning the Basics Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with a .doc/.docx extension. Any file name with an
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    the files you create in case something happens to your computer. You can back up your files to different types of media such as CDs, DVDs, external storage media, or to a network, if available. To back up documentation for information on restoring files. (Sample Image) Backup and Restore screen
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    significant increase in data storage and support features that were not available on previous video platforms. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical disc drive
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    the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in "Caring for optical discs"
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    on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are ready to
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    not automatically start your disc, try launching the optical disc manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, it to select and then play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated software to open the files supported optical media formats please refer to your
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    on other computers or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical disc drive. Please refer to object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive. Never use a pencil to press
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    or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with
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    efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are
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    and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba computer. To ensure that the
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    contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. Using additional batteries If you travel and need to work for many hours without an AC power source, you may purchase a battery module for use in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. You can then replace a discharged battery and
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    computer's configuration settings. When fully charged, it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off. The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped, resulting in a CMOS error message during startup. The error message may vary
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    the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 128 for information on replacing the main
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    system Sleep command). C600/C640 series C650/C670 series System indicator lights AC power light/Battery light ON/OFF light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait a few moments after turning on the computer before trying to monitor
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    runs low you can: ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare (not included with your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do
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    tab of the Power Options window appears. 4 Double-click Battery to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the
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    126 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Microsoft® has combined these options into preset Power Plans. Using one of these power plans lets continue to the following steps. 4 Click Change plan settings to choose the plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings.
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    Change advanced power settings to access settings for battery notification levels, internal storage drive power save time edited. The Power Saver plan is the best used for maximum battery time. The Balanced plan is a compromise between battery time and performance. Using a hot key to set the Power
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    or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery. Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 94. 3 Unplug
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    to the unlocked position. C600/C640 series C650 series C670 series (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. C600/C640 series C650 series C670 series (Sample Illustration
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    is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible
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    from the computer" on page 128. 6 Restart the computer. Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life. Safety precautions ❖ If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used
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    . Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it
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    place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on usage. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged. Never attempt to
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    toshiba.com/green. Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by sponsoring Call2Recycle™, a program of the Rechargeable Battery manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.
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    programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of
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    136 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, notification area, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar Notification area (Sample Image)
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    button to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find files ❖ Access Windows® Help and Support ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer NOTE Whenever a procedure in this User's Guide instructs you to click Start, it means that you should click the Start button.
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    LAN, etc.) Using Wireless LAN connectivity NOTE Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module. This
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    information see "Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards" on page 188. For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 177. right side of the logon screen to view the networks you are currently connected to. For more information, see "TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator" on
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    Recorder. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the Recording button. The Save As dialog box appears. 6 To save the file, type a file name, and then click Save. Using external speakers or headphones Your
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    : When using amplified speakers, use speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer. To play back sound information on the software, click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then Web Camera Application Help.
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    data from one media to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of the Windows® operating system. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until
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    Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 143 Removing memory media 1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking on the Show hidden icons button ( ), if necessary, in the notification area and then selecting the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon. If the system is
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    your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator ❖ TOSHIBA Service Station 144
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    you to customize a range of computer settings. To access TOSHIBA Assist, click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect
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    146 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The feature available in this category is: ❖ Bluetooth® Settings (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab
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    Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password 147 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab
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    148 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The feature available in this category is: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Protect & Fix tab
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    Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup (Hardware Settings) ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 149 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab
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    that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item you want to install. (Sample Image
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    you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. TOSHIBA supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password-Secures your open programs the pointing device and the Windows® Logon screen will appear. Select your user name and enter your password, if any.
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    or others as a result of the inability to access your computer. To set a supervisor password: 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 Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor
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    the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor Password tab of the TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 4 Click Not Registered. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the password, then click OK. 6 Click OK to exit. 7 Restart the system
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    power-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 Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the user password.
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    not guarantee that the face recognition utility technology will be completely secure or error-free. TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the face recognition utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the
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    Tool utility may show tests for features you do not have. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then PC Diagnostic Tool, or click the PC Diagnostic Tool icon in the Protect & Fix tab
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    and then under Devices and Printers, click Mouse, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖ Buttons ❖ Pointers ❖ Pointer Options ❖ Wheel
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    . The TOSHIBA HWSetup screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA HWSetup screen - General tab options The TOSHIBA HWSetup screen may have the following tabs: ❖ Boot Setting-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose
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    Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 159 ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in display NOTE When the . ❖ Password-Allows you to set a user password ❖ SATA-Allows you to adjust settings for the internal storage drive interface ❖ USB-Allows you to enable or disable
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    can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Accessibility window To use TOSHIBA Accessibility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then Accessibility, or click the Accessibility icon in the Optimize tab of
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    wireless LAN indicator icon located on the upper right side of the logon screen. A screen with the list of connected networks appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Accessibility window TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying
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    This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding
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    problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery . Try clicking your mouse on an area where you can type text and try typing again. Your computer may be in Sleep mode and have
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    Sleep mode and the battery has discharged. If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed, a program or driver may have prevented Windows may be defective and will need to be replaced. If the AC power light starts flashing, remove the battery, and continue with the steps below. 3 Connect
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    .toshiba.com and see the Support Bulletin Step-Charging the computer's battery (click the Ask Iris® link and search for the support bulletin by name). 4 Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet, preferably in a different room. If the computer starts normally, there may be a problem
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    from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start
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    help and follow the on-screen instructions. ❖ Click one of the options listed in the window and then follow the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking the Ask button and then clicking Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
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    the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is causing a problem
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    module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 59. 3 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing a cord/cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC power light
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    ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information included with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on
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    screen of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. If, while typing, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem need to update your keyboard driver. Refer to the documentation that
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    . Click Display and then Change display settings to choose the screen resolution. For more information, see the Windows® online Help. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your
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    is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Disk or storage drive problems Problems with the storage drive or with external
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    disc drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. If the optical disc drive is an external drive, make sure the two USB cables or the necessary, wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner. Replace the disc in the tray. Make sure that the disc is lying flat, label
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    but others do not. Check that the type of disc you are using is compatible with your optical disc drive. For more information regarding supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the problem is with an optical data disc
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    problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 88 or in the instructions problem, contact the printer's manufacturer. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Many programs display information on the screen
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    problems Wireless networking problems 177 NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems Service Provider) service may be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the Service and that the driver is loaded. confer with a support technician at a see "Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards" on page
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    problems 2 Type USB adapter support group for further advice. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you may be able to fix the problem yourself. For general problems problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service
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    179 6 See "Checking device properties" on page 168 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical disc drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical disc drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. Change
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    follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and
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    If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 181 Follow these steps to create a restore point using the System Restore utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. 2 In the left pane, click System protection. The System Protection tab of the System
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    storage drive. Since problems with either hardware drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before screen instructions to back up your files. For more help, click Start, Help and Support, and search for
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    complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows . This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data. 2
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    before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support group for their
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    acclaim.toshiba.com laptopforums.toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the USA Accessories information in the USA Canada Europe Japan Mexico and all of Latin America Toshiba USA Self-Service support web site Community discussion forums for Toshiba laptop
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    92800 Puteaux Cédex France Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 USA (800) 457-7777 (within the US) 949-859-4273 (outside of the
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    United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 D-4-1460 Neuss Germany For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp
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    Appendix A Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot keys and TOSHIBA Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to set or
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    key indicating the option or feature the key controls. To use the Hot Key Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn key. The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen. (Sample Image) Hot Key Card display 2 Select the desired option. The selected Card is displayed full-size with its available options
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    Cards Hot key functions Volume Mute or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones.
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    This TOSHIBA Card or hot key blanks the display. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + (Sample Image) Security options ❖ To enable lock, select . ❖ To cancel, select . The Fn + F1 hot key function activates instant security. The user logon screen will
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    Hot key functions Power plan or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each power plan, and the power plans that
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    Sleep mode or Fn + Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 193 This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Sleep mode. For more information about Sleep mode, please see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page
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    Cards Hot key functions Hibernation mode or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on
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    Cards Hot key functions 195 Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the power-on display options (only the first option is available when you do not have an external monitor
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    device. To swap sides, select Swap Image Display. Display brightness This TOSHIBA Card decreases or increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. Selecting this Card or pressing either hot key displays the
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    Cards Hot key functions 197 Disabling or enabling wireless devices or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ Wi-Fi® enabled-Enables just the Wi-
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    Hot key functions Disabling or enabling the touch pad or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the touch pad. For more information on using the touch pad, see "Using the touch pad" on page 81.
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    199 Zoom (Display resolution) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + [Space bar] (Sample Image) Screen resolution options Cycle through the screen resolutions, then select the desired resolution
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    200 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Fn + This hot key takes a snapshot of your display screen. NOTE This key applies to the C650/C670 series. Fn + This hot key allows you to zoom out. Fn
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    Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia CSA
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    TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User's Guide. AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory bps bits per second CD Compact Disc CD
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    Control HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O Input/Output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet Service Provider KB kilobyte LAN Local Area Network LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light Emitting Diode MB megabyte MIDI Musical
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    Guide. A active-matrix display-A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a "TFT display," in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell. This type into images on the screen. An adapter can
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    to allow for more data storage and to enable recording and playback of high-definition video (HD). BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)-Basic instructions, stored in read-only memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the operating system when you start
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    otherwise stated. See also double-click. color palette-A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility-The extent to which computers, programs, or devices can work together harmoniously, using the same commands, formats
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    -A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box-An on-screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user. Direct Current (DC)-The type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in
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    system, this refers to the left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver-See device driver. DVD-An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also a computer option. See also disable. eSATA-An external device that supports hot swapping and fast data transfer. Very useful in storing and
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    "dot") at the end of a file name. The extension indicates the type of file. Examples are .exe for program files and .hlp for help directory. A container for organizing files saved to a disk. A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image (icon) of a file folder. A folder can contain files
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    HDMI. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web.
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    the light created by individual light-emitting diodes is small compared to incandescent and compact fluorescent lamps. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)-A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the
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    electronic mail. non-interlaced-A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen. Compare interlaced. non-system disk-A disk for storing programs and data
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    mouse, that enables you to move the pointer on the screen. port-A socket on the computer where you plug in Central Processing Unit (CPU). program-A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. , the properties of a file include the file's type, size, and creation date. R RAM (Random
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    a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer, resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is expressed as the not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it
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    See active-matrix display. U Universal Serial Bus (USB)-USB is a serial bus that supports data transfer. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus Serial Bus (USB). utility-A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are
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    216 Glossary W Web-See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi®-A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www)-The worldwide
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    optional external devices 51 adequate ventilation cooling fan 45 adjusting touch pad settings 84 audio features 140 B backing up files 101, 111 battery battery life 119 Call2Recycle™ 134 care 131, 132 changing 128 charge indicator light 47 charge time 120 charger 120 charging 48, 120 charging the
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    135 icons 136 recycle bin 136 standard features 136 Windows® operating system 135 Device Manager fixing a problem 168 directing display output 85 disabling touch pad 84, 198 display troubleshooting 172 display devices external 85 display output settings 86 display panel opening 49 display, external
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    file extension 110 function keys 104 H headphones using 140 Help and Support troubleshooting 167 Hibernation mode 89 configuring 94 configuring options 94 hot key 52 installing a charged battery 130 battery 128 memory modules 52 mouse 86 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 42 internal storage
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    type numeric data 105 L LEDs system indicator lights 123 AC adaptor light 122 AC power light 46, 47 battery 29 lock computer, using 100 M maintaining your battery 132 manual eject hole optical disc drive 113 memory adding ( 85 monitor problems troubleshooting 172 monitoring battery power 122 mouse
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    setting up 88 troubleshooting 176 USB-compatible 87 printing a file 110 problem solving contacting Toshiba 185 Startup battery 119 recording sounds 140 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 80 creating recovery DVDs/media 74 erasing internal storage drive 78 installing drivers
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    memory module slot cover 55 restarting computer 94 restore points troubleshooting 180 restoring your work 111 running computer on battery power 118 S safety computer 134 disposing of batteries 133 icons 40 precautions 43 safety precautions battery 131 saving files 108, 109 Search programs and files
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    174 Help and Support, Windows® operating system 167 high-pitched noise 176 installing hardware/software 183 keyboard 171 keyboard will not respond 163 memory problems 169 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 173 on-screen eject button 175 optical disc drive 174 power and batteries 169 printer 176
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    trouble running discs 175 trouble running programs 174 URL address not found 167 Windows® operating system not working 165 wireless networking 177 turning off computer 89 computer more quickly 92 options 89 turning on power 50 U USB 135 troubleshooting 165 Windows® Start menu starting a program
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