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Restarting the computer
Certain conditions require that you reset the system. For example, if:
You change certain computer settings.
An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard
commands.
There are four ways to reset the computer system:
1. Select Restart from the Windows Shut Down menu in the Start box.
2. If the computer is already on, press Ctrl + Alt + Del.
3. If you're experiencing a problem with a software application and the
computer does not accept keyboard input, press the reset button.
4. Turn the power off, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then turn the power on
again by pressing the power button. (This method works only when the
computer is in Boot mode.)
Restoring the preinstalled software
If preinstalled files are damaged, use the Product Recovery CD-ROM or
the Toshiba Tools & Utilities CD-ROM to restore them.
Restoring the complete system
To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow the
steps below.
When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be
reformatted and all data will be lost. Make sure you have a backup copy of
your data, before you perform a complete system recovery.
1. Load the Product Recovery CD-ROM in the drive and turn off the
computer's power.
2. Hold down the C key and turn on the power. When In Touch with
Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears, release the C key.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
4. After recovery is complete, remove the Product Recovery CD.
5. Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart the system. Refer to your Microsoft
user's manual for Windows' setup instructions.
Restoring Toshiba utilities and drivers
If Windows is working properly, individual drivers or applications can be
separately restored. Use the Tools & Utilities CD-ROM according to
instructions in the booklet contained in the CD box to reinstall Toshiba
utilities and drivers.
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