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... in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your PC (with user's data 57 Reset your PC 59 Installing drivers and applications 62 Using the touch pad 63 Adjusting touch pad settings 65 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 66 Connecting an external device 66 Using external display devices 66 Selecting video cables 67 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
... in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your PC (with user's data 57 Reset your PC 59 Installing drivers and applications 62 Using the touch pad 63 Adjusting touch pad settings 65 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 66 Connecting an external device 66 Using external display devices 66 Selecting video cables 67 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
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... 23 Wireless networking problems 142 DVD operating problems 143 Develop good computing habits 144 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 145 If you need further assistance 149 Contacting Toshiba 150 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 150 Toshiba's worldwide offices 150 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 152 Functions 152 Help file 153 Display brightness 153 Output (Display switch 154 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 155 Media buttons 155 Volume Mute 156 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............156 Keyboard Function keys 156...
... 23 Wireless networking problems 142 DVD operating problems 143 Develop good computing habits 144 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 145 If you need further assistance 149 Contacting Toshiba 150 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 150 Toshiba's worldwide offices 150 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 152 Functions 152 Help file 153 Display brightness 153 Output (Display switch 154 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 155 Media buttons 155 Volume Mute 156 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............156 Keyboard Function keys 156...
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...; Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. Your particular model may not have all subject to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba...
...; Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. Your particular model may not have all subject to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba...
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.... Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on may also be installed in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the top slot. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on...
.... Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on may also be installed in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the top slot. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on...
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... disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 6 Place a soft cloth on the work . In either of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to lose your work surface to remove a memory module with the computer turned...
... disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 6 Place a soft cloth on the work . In either of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to lose your work surface to remove a memory module with the computer turned...
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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Do...
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Do...
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... those located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Installing a memory module" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
... those located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Installing a memory module" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
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... information, please visit support.toshiba.com. To distinguish these ports, please look for the blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by default. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad, so that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the external device (if applicable). For...
... information, please visit support.toshiba.com. To distinguish these ports, please look for the blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by default. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad, so that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the external device (if applicable). For...
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... television or display device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port* HDMI™ Out port* RGB (monitor) port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on right side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™...
... television or display device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port* HDMI™ Out port* RGB (monitor) port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on right side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™...
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... are using after starting in Sleep mode, press the ( ) + P keys to toggle the display. To access it remembers the last configuration. The System Settings screen appears. (Sample Image) System Settings screen - For more information, see "Directing the display output when you turn on the display you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to configure boot priority settings. ❖ Panel open/Power...
... are using after starting in Sleep mode, press the ( ) + P keys to toggle the display. To access it remembers the last configuration. The System Settings screen appears. (Sample Image) System Settings screen - For more information, see "Directing the display output when you turn on the display you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to configure boot priority settings. ❖ Panel open/Power...
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128 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The battery light is blinking when the computer is on, this indicates a power mismatch. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time...
128 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The battery light is blinking when the computer is on, this indicates a power mismatch. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time...
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... apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by the user. Automatic Repair This feature automates the repair process. You now have several options: Refresh your PC" on page 57. Restore points are changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your computer...
... apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by the user. Automatic Repair This feature automates the repair process. You now have several options: Refresh your PC" on page 57. Restore points are changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your computer...
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... active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. Display Auto Off may need to update your keyboard driver. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? Try using a different make sure the display priority is not set to its power from the battery? Press any key to begin with your software using the built-in screen, make of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key...
... active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. Display Auto Off may need to update your keyboard driver. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? Try using a different make sure the display priority is not set to its power from the battery? Press any key to begin with your software using the built-in screen, make of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key...
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...; Check the Windows® Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is OFF (the wireless indicator light will be very helpful if you are attempting to the Internet. SSIDs are in from the Start screen begin typing Computer. Carefully note any error messages - 142 If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems NOTE This...
...; Check the Windows® Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is OFF (the wireless indicator light will be very helpful if you are attempting to the Internet. SSIDs are in from the Start screen begin typing Computer. Carefully note any error messages - 142 If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems NOTE This...
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If the device is often necessary to complete the installation successfully. Connect the AC adaptor before connecting a new hardware item to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Click or touch Control Panel from the list that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as...
If the device is often necessary to complete the installation successfully. Connect the AC adaptor before connecting a new hardware item to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Click or touch Control Panel from the list that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as...
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... of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. See also Sleep, Suspend. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to help improve...
... of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. See also Sleep, Suspend. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to help improve...
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... power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 36 customize computer settings 69 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 147 desktop creating new icon 102 exploring the 102 icons 102 recycle bin 103 standard features 101, 102 Desktop Assist 111 Media & Entertainment tab 112 Support & Recovery tab 114 Tools & Utilities tab 113 Device Manager fixing a problem 132 directing display output 68 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 136 display devices external 66 display output settings 68 display, external adjusting...
... power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 36 customize computer settings 69 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 147 desktop creating new icon 102 exploring the 102 icons 102 recycle bin 103 standard features 101, 102 Desktop Assist 111 Media & Entertainment tab 112 Support & Recovery tab 114 Tools & Utilities tab 113 Device Manager fixing a problem 132 directing display output 68 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 136 display devices external 66 display output settings 68 display, external adjusting...
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... 82 DVD player troubleshooting 143 DVDs using 78 E eco power plan 93 eco Utility® 115 eject button optical disc drive 79 eject, optical disc drive 79 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad 155 ENERGY STAR® 24 exploring desktop 102 Start screen 100 external display device HDMI™ Out port 67 external display, adjusting 69 F files backing up 73, 78 saving 78 Function Key 122 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 156 Function keys 155 display brightness 153 Help file 153 keyboard Function keys 156 media buttons 155 Output (Display switch) 154 volume mute...
... 82 DVD player troubleshooting 143 DVDs using 78 E eco power plan 93 eco Utility® 115 eject button optical disc drive 79 eject, optical disc drive 79 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad 155 ENERGY STAR® 24 exploring desktop 102 Start screen 100 external display device HDMI™ Out port 67 external display, adjusting 69 F files backing up 73, 78 saving 78 Function Key 122 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 156 Function keys 155 display brightness 153 Help file 153 keyboard Function keys 156 media buttons 155 Output (Display switch) 154 volume mute...
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... 84 power down shut down 42 power light 89 power management 86 optimum performance 86 power plans selecting power plan options 92 power saving options 91 precautions safety 34 printer troubleshooting 141 problem solving contacting Toshiba 150 Startup options 128 projector connecting 67 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 85 recording sounds 106 recovery creating recovery media 54 installing drivers and applications 62 internal storage drive 53 refresh your PC 57 reset your PC 59 restoring from recovery media 56 Recovery Media Creator...
... 84 power down shut down 42 power light 89 power management 86 optimum performance 86 power plans selecting power plan options 92 power saving options 91 precautions safety 34 printer troubleshooting 141 problem solving contacting Toshiba 150 Startup options 128 projector connecting 67 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 85 recording sounds 106 recovery creating recovery media 54 installing drivers and applications 62 internal storage drive 53 refresh your PC 57 reset your PC 59 restoring from recovery media 56 Recovery Media Creator...
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... system backup 147 Device Manager 132 display error message 136 display problems screen is blank 135 DVD player 143 eject button 140 error message, warning resume failure 126 Error-checking 137 external display problems 137 external keyboard 135 external monitor 136 good computing habits 144 hard disk drive is slow 139 high-pitched noise 141 installing hardware/software 148 keyboard 135 memory problems 133 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 137 on-screen eject button 140 optical disc drive 139 power and batteries 134 printer 141 restore points 146 screen...
... system backup 147 Device Manager 132 display error message 136 display problems screen is blank 135 DVD player 143 eject button 140 error message, warning resume failure 126 Error-checking 137 external display problems 137 external keyboard 135 external monitor 136 good computing habits 144 hard disk drive is slow 139 high-pitched noise 141 installing hardware/software 148 keyboard 135 memory problems 133 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 137 on-screen eject button 140 optical disc drive 139 power and batteries 134 printer 141 restore points 146 screen...