TOSHIBA SATELLITE S845-SP4336TL

Change Points

1. Fixed: Localization issues on non-English operating systems.
2. Improved: Intermittently displays "not responding".
3. Improved: AV quality.
4. Improved: Connection reliability.
5. Fixed: Yellow bang in Device Manager when the calendar date is later than Jan 1st 2013.

Install Instructions

1. Save the file to the Windows Desktop.
2. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
3. On the Windows Desktop, double-click the downloaded file to start the installation.
4. Click the Start button when the Toshiba Archive Extractor window is displayed.
5. Click Start at the TOSHIBA Archive Extractor window.
6. Click Yes if a User Account Control window is displayed.
7. Click Upgrade at the Intel(R) WiDi window.
8. Click "I accept the terms in the license agreement" then click Next.
9. Click Finish.
10. Click Yes to restart the computer.

Version Verification

1. In Control Panel, Programs and Features:
2. Verify that the Intel (R) WiDi version is 3.5.41.0.

Change Points

1. Fixed: DPC x133 Watchdog issue.
2. Improved: AV quality.
3. Improved: Connection reliability.

Install Instructions

1. Save the file to the Windows Desktop.
2. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
3. On the Windows Desktop, double-click the downloaded file to start the installation.
4. Click the Start button when the Toshiba Archive Extractor window is displayed.
5. Click Yes if a User Account Control Window is displayed.
6. Follow the displayed instructions to complete the install.

Change Points

1. Fixed: DPC x133 Watchdog issue.
2. Improved: AV quality.
3. Improved: Connection reliability.

Install Instructions

1. Save the file to the Windows Desktop.
2. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
3. On the Windows Desktop, double-click the downloaded file to start the installation.
4. Click the Start button when the Toshiba Archive Extractor window is displayed.
5. Click Yes if a User Account Control Window is displayed.
6. Follow the displayed instructions to complete the install.

Change Points

1. Fixed: DPC x133 Watchdog issue.
2. Improved: AV quality.
3. Improved: Connection reliability.

Installation

1. Note: Install Intel Wireless Display version 3.5.41.02 or higher in conjunction with this update.
2. Save the file to a convenient location such as the Windows Desktop.
3. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
4. Double-click the downloaded file.
5. Click Start at the TOSHIBA Archive Extractor window.
6. If a User Account Control window is displayed click Yes.
7. Click Next at the Intel PROSet/Wireless Software window.
8. Click Next again.
9. Click "I accept the terms in the license agreement" then click Next.
10. Click Typical or Custom.
11. Click Install.
12. Click Finish.
13. Restart the computer.

Change Points

1. Fixed: DVD Playback will stop after showing the logo when playing some DVD titles.
2. Fixed: Application hangs when maximized if the taskbar is positioned on the top of the Desktop.
3. Fixed: Cannot auto change 3D resolution on some titles.
4. Improved the color setting function.

Install Instructions

1. Save the downloaded file to the Windows Desktop.
2. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
3. On the Windows Desktop, double-click the downloaded file to start the installation.
4. Click Start when the Toshiba Archive Extractor window is displayed.
5. Click Yes to continue if a User Account Control window is displayed.
6. Follow the displayed instructions to complete the install.

Version Verification

1. Launch TOSHIBA Video Player.
2. Press the ? button on the top right corner of the video window.
3. Verify the version is 5.3.18.82.

Change Points

1. Modified so that an external HDD can be detected normally.
2. Fixed: Blue screens after waking from a sleep state with a VHD connected to the computer.

Installation Instructions

1. Save this file to a convenient location such as the Windows Desktop.
2. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
3. From the Windows Desktop, run the downloaded file to start the installation.
4. If a User Account Control or Open File message is displayed, press Continue.
5. Press the Start button at the Toshiba Archive Extractor window.
6. Press the Next button at the InstallShield Wizard screen.
7. Press the Finish button when the installation completes.

Driver Version Verification

1. Open Control Panel.
2. Select Programs - Uninstall a program
3. Find TOSHIBA HDD Accelerator.
4. Verify that the version is 1.2.0000.

This is a Blu-ray Disc Player update.

Changes in this update

1. Fixed: Noise can be heard at some playback points on the "KANOJYO HA USO WO AISHISTUGITERU" disc.
2. Fixed: Title names are displayed incorrectly when "title" is selected from the right-click menu on the video window during playback of a DVD-VR title.

   Installation Instructions

   1. Download and save this file to a convenient location such as the Windows Desktop.
   2. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
   3. Double-click the downloaded file OS2015028A_TC30807900A.exe to start the installation.
   4. Press the Start button at the Toshiba Archive Extractor window.
   5. Press Yes if a User Account Control message is displayed.
   6. A PatchProject window will be displayed, and close when the installation completes.

This is an Intel Management Engine Interface update.

Changes in this update

1. Fixes a security weakness of Windows Services on Intel(R) 7 Series chipset (ChiefRiver) integrated PCs.

Installation Instructions

1. Download and save this file to a convenient location such as the Windows Desktop.
2. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
3. Double-click the downloaded file OS2015054A_TC00604900C.exe to start the installation.
4. Press the Start button at the Toshiba Archive Extractor window.
5. Press Yes if a User Account Control message is displayed.

For silent installs

1. Run the application with the "/s" option.
2. ex. OS2015054A_TC00604900C.exe /s.

Driver Version Verification

1. From Programs and Features in Control Panel
2. Find Intel(R) Management Engine Components
3. Verify that the version is 9.5.23.1766

1. Open Device Manager in Control Panel
2. Double-click Intel(R) Management Engine interface in the System devices group
3. From the Driver tab:
4. Verify that the version is 9.5.24.1790

Release Notes

• For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 8 models: (1) Shut down the system while pressing the SHIFT key to completely power off. (2) Power on and press F2 while the TOSHIBA logo is displayed to enter the BIOS Setup Menu. (3) Go to the Security tab and set the "Secure Boot" setting to "Disabled". (4) Go to the Advanced tab, enter "System Configuration" and set the Boot Mode to "CSM Boot." (5) Press F10 to save and exit. (6) Boot from the BIOS CD-ROM. (7) Type BIOS at the C:\\ prompt then press Enter. (7) After the BIOS update has completed, restore the Boot Mode setting to "UEFI Boot" and the Secure Boot setting to Enabled.
• For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 7 models: (1) Boot from the BIOS CD-ROM. (2) Type BIOS at the C:\\ prompt then press Enter.
• For all updates: The BIOS update will force the computer to shut down or restart. Please make sure to save all work in progress before starting BIOS updates.
• Power on the computer if it is off.
• While the "Toshiba" LOGO is displayed, press the F2 function key to start BIOS Setup.
• Check the version of BIOS and press the F9 function key then Enter to load setup defaults.
• Press the F10 function key then Enter to save settings and exit. The computer will automatically reboot.

Change History

• Version 6.30 - 2012-11-19
  • Updated: CPU Microcode M12306A9 to version 00000015.
  Version 6.20 - 2012-09-11
  • Fixed: When system memory is 2GB, OS recovery will fail.
  Version 6.10 - 2012-09-07
  • Fixed: TOSHIBA ACPI sub function 0169h returns USB 3.0 support.
  Version 6.00 - 2012-08-27
  • Updated: BIOS and EC versions to 6.00.
  Version 1.90 - 2012-07-27
  • Updated: ME: ME8_1.5M_8.1.0.1248.
  • Added: PCH NM70 device ID.
  • Implemented changes for the Windows 8 upgrade.
  Version 1.80 - 2012-06-26
  • Modified: Sandy Bridge CPUs only support a DDR3 maximum frequency of 1333MHz.
  • Modified: Synchronized the CRID function with the PCH RC code.
  • Added: Windows 8 string.
  • Updated: VBIOS to fix a BSOD 0x116 issue on discrete SKUs.
  Version 1.70 - 2012-06-20
  • Modified: DDR3 1066 is no longer supported on the Chief-River platform with an Ivy Bridge CPU.
  Version 1.60 - 2012-06-11
  • Added: i3-2328M CPU support.
  Version 1.50 - 2012-04-19
  • Updated: Intel reference code.
  • Updated: Microcode.
  • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
  Version 1.40 - 2012-04-12
  • Updated: PPT RC code.
  • Modified: CMOS timer behavior.
  • Updated: Intel reference code.
  • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
  Version 1.20 - 2012-03-01
  • Modified: Updated to disable C7r as a BIOS default to avoid potential C7r system hangs.
  • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
  Version 1.00 - 2012-02-24
  • Initial production BIOS for these models.

Release Notes

• For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 8 models: (1) Shut down the system while pressing the SHIFT key to completely power off. (2) Power on while pressing F2 to enter the BIOS Setup Menu. (3) Go to the Security tab and set the "Secure Boot" setting to "Disabled". (4) Go to the Advanced tab, enter "System Configuration" and set the Boot Mode to "CSM Boot." (5) Press F10 to save and exit. (6) Boot from the BIOS CD-ROM and type FLASH or BIOS at the C:\\ prompt. (7) After the BIOS update has completed, restore the Boot Mode setting to "UEFI Boot" and the Secure Boot setting to Enabled.
• For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 7 models: Type FLASH or BIOS then press enter at the C:\\ prompt.
• For all updates: The BIOS update will force the computer to shut down or restart. Please make sure to save all work in progress before starting BIOS updates.
• Power on the computer if it is off.
• While the "TOSHIBA" logo is displayed, press the F2 function key to start BIOS Setup.
• Check the version of BIOS and press the F9 function key then Enter to load setup defaults.
• Press the F10 function key then Enter to save settings and exit. The computer will automatically reboot.

Change History

• Version 6.40 - 2012-12-04
  • Modified: Made a change to the LID power setting.
  • Updated - Win7: CPU Microcode M12206A7 to version 00000028.
  Version 6.30 - 2012-11-19
  • Updated: CPU Microcode M12306A9 to version 00000015.
  Version 6.20 - 2012-09-11
  • Fixed: When system memory is 2GB, OS recovery will fail.
  Version 6.10 - 2012-09-07
  • Fixed: TOSHIBA ACPI sub function 0169h returns USB 3.0 support.
  Version 6.00 - 2012-08-27
  • Updated: BIOS and EC versions to 6.00.
  Version 1.90 - 2012-07-27
  • Updated: ME: ME8_1.5M_8.1.0.1248.
  • Added: PCH NM70 device ID.
  • Implemented changes for the Windows 8 upgrade.
  Version 1.80 - 2012-06-26
  • Modified: Sandy Bridge CPUs only support a DDR3 maximum frequency of 1333MHz.
  • Modified: Synchronized the CRID function with the PCH RC code.
  • Added: Windows 8 string.
  • Updated: VBIOS to fix a BSOD 0x116 issue on discrete SKUs.
  Version 1.70 - 2012-06-20
  • Modified: DDR3 1066 is no longer supported on the Chief-River platform with an Ivy Bridge CPU.
  Version 1.60 - 2012-06-11
  • Added: i3-2328M CPU support.
  Version 1.50 - 2012-04-19
  • Updated: Intel reference code.
  • Updated: Microcode.
  • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
  Version 1.40 - 2012-04-12
  • Updated: PPT RC code.
  • Modified: CMOS timer behavior.
  • Updated: Intel reference code.
  • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
  Version 1.20 - 2012-03-01
  • Modified: Updated to disable C7r as a BIOS default to avoid potential C7r system hangs.
  • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
  Version 1.00 - 2012-02-24
  • Initial production BIOS for these models.

Release Notes

• For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 8 models: (1) Shut down the system while pressing the SHIFT key to completely power off. (2) Power on while pressing F2 to enter the BIOS Setup Menu. (3) Go to the Security tab and set the "Secure Boot" setting to "Disabled". (4) Go to the Advanced tab, enter "System Configuration" and set the Boot Mode to "CSM Boot." (5) Press F10 to save and exit. (6) Boot from the BIOS CD-ROM and type FLASH or BIOS at the C:\\ prompt. (7) After the BIOS update has completed, restore the Boot Mode setting to "UEFI Boot" and the Secure Boot setting to Enabled.
• For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 7 models: Type FLASH or BIOS then press enter at the C:\\ prompt.
• For all updates: The BIOS update will force the computer to shut down or restart. Please make sure to save all work in progress before starting BIOS updates.
• Power on the computer if it is off.
• While the "TOSHIBA" logo is displayed, press the F2 function key to start BIOS Setup.
• Check the version of BIOS and press the F9 function key then Enter to load setup defaults.
• Press the F10 function key then Enter to save settings and exit. The computer will automatically reboot.

Change History

• Version 6.50 - 2012-12-27
  • Updated - Win8: Discrete VBIOS and GOP.
  • Updated - Win7: Discrete VBIOS.
  Version 6.50 - 2012-12-27
  • Updated - Win8: Discrete VBIOS and GOP.
  • Updated - Win7: Discrete VBIOS.
  Version 6.40 - 2012-12-04
  • Modified: Made a change to the LID power setting.
  • Updated - Win7: CPU Microcode M12206A7 to version 00000028.
  Version 6.30 - 2012-11-19
  • Updated: CPU Microcode M12306A9 to version 00000015.
  Version 6.20 - 2012-09-11
  • Fixed: When system memory is 2GB, OS recovery will fail.
  Version 6.10 - 2012-09-07
  • Fixed: TOSHIBA ACPI sub function 0169h returns USB 3.0 support.
  Version 6.00 - 2012-08-27
  • Updated: BIOS and EC versions to 6.00.
  Version 1.90 - 2012-07-27
  • Updated: ME: ME8_1.5M_8.1.0.1248.
  • Added: PCH NM70 device ID.
  • Implemented changes for the Windows 8 upgrade.
  Version 1.80 - 2012-06-26
  • Modified: Sandy Bridge CPUs only support a DDR3 maximum frequency of 1333MHz.
  • Modified: Synchronized the CRID function with the PCH RC code.
  • Added: Windows 8 string.
  • Updated: VBIOS to fix a BSOD 0x116 issue on discrete SKUs.
  Version 1.70 - 2012-06-20
  • Modified: DDR3 1066 is no longer supported on the Chief-River platform with an Ivy Bridge CPU.
  Version 1.60 - 2012-06-11
  • Added: i3-2328M CPU support.
  Version 1.50 - 2012-04-19
  • Updated: Intel reference code.
  • Updated: Microcode.
  • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
  Version 1.40 - 2012-04-12
  • Updated: PPT RC code.
  • Modified: CMOS timer behavior.
  • Updated: Intel reference code.
  • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
  Version 1.20 - 2012-03-01
  • Modified: Updated to disable C7r as a BIOS default to avoid potential C7r system hangs.
  • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
  Version 1.00 - 2012-02-24
  • Initial production BIOS for these models.

CONFIGFREE

ConfigFree® is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks.

To access ConfigFree go to START > ALL PROGRAMS > TOSHIBA > NETWORK & CONNECTIVITY > CONFIG FREE.

ConfigFree allows you to perform the following:

• Use Connectivity Doctor to quickly fix any network connection problems.
• Create ConfigFree profiles for automatic switching between preset network settings and devices, even if there is a change in the network environment.
• Automatic switching between several wireless LAN environments.
• Automatic switching to a wireless LAN if the cable is disconnected when using both a wired and wireless LAN.
• You can also easily switch LAN environments manually.

You may have to add the ConfigFree gadget to your computer to allow you to use ConfigFree features.

To add the ConfigFree gadget:

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Configfree" into the search field.
3. Click "Add ConfigFree Gadgets" in the search results.
4. The Add ConfigFree Gadgets window will open.
   
5. Add the desired gadget and click "Add".
6. If Add Windows Sidebar Gadget is selected, the gadget will display on your desktop.
   
7. The dots on the gadget are available connection points. If you are connected to one, a line will conne

This application allows your computer to automatically search for TOSHIBA software updates or other alerts from TOSHIBA that are specific to your computer system and its programs. When enabled, this application periodically transmits to our servers a limited amount of system information required to perform these updates or alerts. This feature is enabled by default.

Changes in this update

1. This update fixes Security Vulnerabilities discussed in Toshiba Service Station Security Update.
   

   Installation Instructions

   1. Download and save this file to a convenient location such as the Windows Desktop.
   2. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
   3. Double-click the downloaded file TC00398200D.exe to start the installation.
   4. Press the Start button at the Toshiba Archive Extractor window.
   5. Press Yes if a User Account Control message is displayed.
   6. If Toshiba Service Station 2.1.14 is applied successfully, the message below will be shown.

REEL TIME

Toshiba ReelTime™ is a graphical history/indexing tool that enables you to view recently accessed files in a fun and easy-to-use format. View and scroll through your history of opened or imported files via thumbnails in an intuitive user interface. Your ReelTime display can be customized to suit your user preferences.

Toshiba ReelTime™ replaces the old fashioned “hunt-and-click” method of finding your files with an visual timeline or “reel,” Now, instead of questions like, “Where is it?” you simply ask “When did I use it?” You’ll spend less time searching, more time doing and enjoying, and keep your day in high gear. Toshiba ReelTime™ shows a row of your most recent files as graphic previews at the bottom of your display, making it easy to see at a glance what’s there. Flick through your reel to find the file you need. Then, keep it handy by dragging and docking it nearby. A brush of your finger or mouse is all it takes. ReelTime simplifies searching by automatically tracking and indexing the documents and programs you open. It groups them and presents them as visual thumbnails so you can easily find what you’re looking for.

Toshiba ReelTime™ also lets you cut through the clutter by filtering out the files you don’t want, and honing in on the ones you do. Group your photos, files and clips by type or by program to look at last month’s book reports, queue up video clips for posting, or to prep for building another great photo album. For all the things you want to do, Toshiba ReelTime™ saves you serious time.

To open TOSHIBA Reel Time:

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Reel" into the search field.
3. Click "Reel Time" in the search results.
4. The TOSHIBA Reel Time will open. By default "Everything" is selected, showing all of your files in chronological order. You can then choose to view documents, photos, videos, as well as other items. 
   
5. To learn more about TOSHIBA Reel Time, click the question mark icon in the lower Right corner of the screen.

CLICK HERE for additional information about TOSHIBA Reel Time.

SERVICE STATION

This application allows your computer to automatically search for TOSHIBA software updates or other alerts from TOSHIBA that are specific to your computer system and its programs. When enabled, this application periodically transmits to our servers a limited amount of system information required to perform these updates or alerts. This feature is enabled by default.

To open Service Station:

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Service Station" into the search field.
3. Click "Service Station" in the search results.
4. Service Station will open.

To enable / disable Service Station:

1. Click the "View Program Access Information" link located under "Last Update" in the lower Left corner.
2. Toshiba Service Station Access Information window will open.
3. To disable this application (not recommended) click the disable button. To continue using this application click the enable button.

This is a Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba update

Changes in this update

1. This update fixes Security Vulnerabilities discussed in Toshiba Bluetooth Stack Security Update.
   

   Installation Instructions

   1. Download and save this file to a convenient location such as the Windows Desktop.
   2. Save all work in progress and close open applications.
   3. Double-click the downloaded file TC00636200a.exe to start the installation.
   4. Press the Start button at the Toshiba Archive Extractor window.
   5. Press Yes if a User Account Control message is displayed.
   6. If Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba v9.10.32(T) is applied successfully, the message below will be shown. Click Yes to restart the system.

HDD PROTECTION

Using the acceleration sensor built in the PC, HDD Protection detects vibration, shocks and similar signs in the PC, and automatically moves the HDD head to a safe position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head-to-disk contact.

To open HDD Protection properties:

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "HDD" into the search field.
3. Click "HDD Protection" in the search results.
4. TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties will open.
   
5. From here you can change settings for your HDD protection. It is NOT recommended to turn OFF HDD Protection.
6. Click "Setup Detail" for additional settings.
   
7. Click "Apply" to save any settings or "Cancel" to exit without saving.

CLICK HERE and refer to your Owner's Manual for additional information for HDD Protection.

PC HEALTH MONITOR

The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption, battery health and system cooling, informing you of significant system conditions.

To open HDD Protection properties to allow enabling / disabling (not recommended):

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Health" into the search field.
3. Click "PC Health Monitor" in the search results.
4. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor will open displaying overall health of your computer.
   
5. Clicking on the images will open a new window displaying status of for that function. Clicking on "Hard Disk Drive 3D Sensor" will open the HDD Protection properties described above.

CLICK HERE and refer to your Owner's Manual for additional information for the PC Health Monitor.

PC HEALTH MONITOR

The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption, battery health and system cooling, informing you of significant system conditions.

To open HDD Protection properties to allow enabling / disabling (not recommended):

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Health" into the search field.
3. Click "PC Health Monitor" in the search results.
4. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor will open displaying overall health of your computer.
   
5. Clicking on the images will open a new window displaying status of for that function. Clicking on "Hard Disk Drive 3D Sensor" will open the HDD Protection properties described above.

CLICK HERE and refer to your Owner's Manual for additional information for the PC Health Monitor.

VIDEO PLAYER

The TOSHIBA Video Player is a Windows-based software application that lets you view DVD movies, or video content recorded using home video camcorders. You can play DVD-Video, DVD-VR, and video files. Furthermore, you can convert 2D home videos and other 2D content you create into 3D and enjoy them in 3D. Use the on-screen control panel to operate the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER. The video player also includes Resolution .

To open the TOSHIBA Video Player:

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Player" into the search field.
3. Click "TOSHIBA Video Player" in the search results.
4. The TOSHIBA Video Player will open allowing you to playback DVD-Video, DVD-VR, and video files as well as other options described above.
5. To learn more about the TOSHIBA Video Player, click the question mark icon on the controls panel.

PC HEALTH MONITOR

The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption, battery health and system cooling, informing you of significant system conditions.

To open HDD Protection properties to allow enabling / disabling (not recommended):

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Health" into the search field.
3. Click "PC Health Monitor" in the search results.
4. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor will open displaying overall health of your computer.
   
5. Clicking on the images will open a new window displaying status of for that function. Clicking on "Hard Disk Drive 3D Sensor" will open the HDD Protection properties described above.

CLICK HERE and refer to your Owner's Manual for additional information for the PC Health Monitor.

TOSHIBA VALUE ADDED PACKAGE

The Toshiba Value Added Package (TVAP) provides an essential link to system resources required by several TOSHIBA original program components for access to BIOS functions etc, such as:

• TOSHIBA eco Utility provides extended power control options to our customers over devices in Toshiba notebooks. Reduction in power consumption by switching to optimum power settings based on plugged-in or on battery power machine status, or remaining battery power percentage.
• TOSHIBA HWSetup lets you customize your hardware settings according to the way that you work with your computer and the peripherals you use.
• TOSHIBA Password Utility lets you set and maintain password security that restricts access to the computer.
• TOSHIBA Flash Cards provides additional Hotkey (Function Fn keys) functionality to Toshiba notebooks and includes an intelligent user interface (UI) in the form of a graphical drop-down invoked by hotkey operation. This improves the user experience by allowing them to visually identify current status and available options at time of selection, saving them time spent blindly moving between the hot-key options to find the one they need.
• TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool can display the basic information of a computer and diagnose simple issues using Windows built-in toolset.

TVAP should be installed before other Toshiba Utility files to ensure their proper functioning.

If TVAP is not installed on your computer, you can verify if it is available for your specific model under "Downloads" on the TOSHIBA support web site (support.toshiba.com).

TOSHIBA VALUE ADDED PACKAGE

The Toshiba Value Added Package (TVAP) provides an essential link to system resources required by several TOSHIBA original program components for access to BIOS functions etc, such as:

• TOSHIBA eco Utility provides extended power control options to our customers over devices in Toshiba notebooks. Reduction in power consumption by switching to optimum power settings based on plugged-in or on battery power machine status, or remaining battery power percentage.
• TOSHIBA HWSetup lets you customize your hardware settings according to the way that you work with your computer and the peripherals you use.
• TOSHIBA Password Utility lets you set and maintain password security that restricts access to the computer.
• TOSHIBA Flash Cards provides additional Hotkey (Function Fn keys) functionality to Toshiba notebooks and includes an intelligent user interface (UI) in the form of a graphical drop-down invoked by hotkey operation. This improves the user experience by allowing them to visually identify current status and available options at time of selection, saving them time spent blindly moving between the hot-key options to find the one they need.
• TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool can display the basic information of a computer and diagnose simple issues using Windows built-in toolset.

TVAP should be installed before other Toshiba Utility files to ensure their proper functioning.

If TVAP is not installed on your computer, you can verify if it is available for your specific model under "Downloads" on the TOSHIBA support web site (support.toshiba.com).

RESOLUTION

TOSHIBA Resolution is a Plug-in

ECO UTILITY

Some laptops are equipped with "eco mode". This mode slightly lowers performance of some devices to reduce electric power consumption. You can realize measurable power savings by using it continuously. TOSHIBA eco Utility helps you monitor your power savings by showing approximate real time power consumption. Furthermore, it shows approximate accumulated power consumption and approximate accumulated power savings when using eco mode daily, weekly, and monthly. The utility also shows the approximate accumulated CO2 emission and savings while using eco mode. You can  track power savings by using eco mode continuously.

eco Mode sets the conditions described below. If you deviate from these settings, e.g., if you turn up the monitor brightness or turn on the LED illumination (*1), it will no longer be eco mode.

eco power plan is used for eco Mode. It has the following settings by default. These settings are in addition to the standard Power saver plan settings of Windows.

On AC adaptor plugged in:

It changes the display brightness to Level-4, changes the dimmed display brightness to Level-1 (*4), turns off the LED illumination (*1) and the keyboard backlight (*2), changes the time before dim the monitor to 2 minute (*4), changes the time before the monitor turns off to 5 minutes, changes the time before the hard disk turns off to 5 minutes, and changes the time before the system enters sleep to 10 minutes.

On Battery:

It changes the display brightness to Level-3, changes the dimmed display brightness to Level-1 (*4), turns off the LED illumination (*1) and the keyboard backlight (*2), changes the time before dim the monitor to 1 minute (*4), changes the time before the monitor turns off to 3 minutes (2 minutes, if models with Windows 7 installed), changes the time before the hard disk d

HDD PROTECTION

Using the acceleration sensor built in the PC, HDD Protection detects vibration, shocks and similar signs in the PC, and automatically moves the HDD head to a safe position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head-to-disk contact.

To open HDD Protection properties:

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "HDD" into the search field.
3. Click "HDD Protection" in the search results.
4. TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties will open.
   
5. From here you can change settings for your HDD protection. It is NOT recommended to turn OFF HDD Protection.
6. Click "Setup Detail" for additional settings.
   
7. Click "Apply" to save any settings or "Cancel" to exit without saving.

CLICK HERE and refer to your Owner's Manual for additional information for HDD Protection.

PC HEALTH MONITOR

The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption, battery health and system cooling, informing you of significant system conditions.

To open HDD Protection properties to allow enabling / disabling (not recommended):

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Health" into the search field.
3. Click "PC Health Monitor" in the search results.
4. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor will open displaying overall health of your computer.
   
5. Clicking on the images will open a new window displaying status of for that function. Clicking on "Hard Disk Drive 3D Sensor" will open the HDD Protection properties described above.

CLICK HERE and refer to your Owner's Manual for additional information for the PC Health Monitor.

PASSWORD UTILITY

This utility adds additional password security to your Toshiba computer. After registering a user password, you will be required to input it when booting the computer or starting the Password Utility. Refer to your Owner's Manual for complete details.

To open the Password Utility:

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Password" into the search field.
3. Click "Password Utility" in the search results.
4. The Password Utility will open allowing you to set, delete or change the password.

• Set password will regsiter a user password with the computer.
• Delete allows you to delete the regsitered user password.
• Change allows you to change the regsitered user password.

When setting a password, you can apply it to the HDD. For information about this feature, click on "Learn More...".

PASSWORD UTILITY

This utility adds additional password security to your Toshiba computer. After registering a user password, you will be required to input it when booting the computer or starting the Password Utility. Refer to your Owner's Manual for complete details.

To open the Password Utility:

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Enter "Password" into the search field.
3. Click "Password Utility" in the search results.
4. The Password Utility will open allowing you to set, delete or change the password.

• Set password will regsiter a user password with the computer.
• Delete allows you to delete the regsitered user password.
• Change allows you to change the regsitered user password.

When setting a password, you can apply it to the HDD. For information about this feature, click on "Learn More...".