Getting Started

Restoring the preinstalled software

If the preinstalled files are damaged, use the Product Recovery DVD-ROM to restore them. To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow the steps below.

Restoring the Windows operating system

When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost.

1.Load the Recovery DVD-ROM in the optical media drive and turn off the computer's power.

2.Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power. When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears, release the F12 key.

3.Use the upper or lower cursor key to select the CD/DVD icon in the displayed menu. For details, refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7, HW Setup (Depends on the model you purchased).

4.A menu appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.

5.If your computer came with additonal software installed, this software can not be recovered from the Product Recovery DVD-ROM. Re-install these applications (e.g. Works Suite, DVD Player, Games, etc.) separately from other media.

Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers

If Windows is working properly, individual drivers or applications can be separately restored. The TOSHIBA Tools & Utilities folder (C:\TOOLSCD) contains drivers and applications, which are included with your computer system. If your system drivers or applications have become damaged in some way, you can reinstall most of the components from this folder.

Create a copy of this folder to an external medium for more convenience.

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