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... Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in a single article. 18 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries... Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other brand and product names are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks or registered trademarks of such marks ...
... Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in a single article. 18 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries... Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other brand and product names are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks or registered trademarks of such marks ...
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... Using a computer lock 64 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 65 Computing tips 65 Using the keyboard 66 Function keys 67 Special Windows® keys 68 Touch screen 68 Touch screen navigation 68 Mouse properties 69 Starting an app 70 Starting an app from the... optical media 74 Removing a disc with the computer on ......... 75 Removing a disc with the computer off ......... 76 Toshiba's online resources 76 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 77 Toshiba's energy-saver design 77 Running the computer on battery power 77 Battery Notice 78 Power management 79 Charging batteries 79 Charging...
... Using a computer lock 64 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 65 Computing tips 65 Using the keyboard 66 Function keys 67 Special Windows® keys 68 Touch screen 68 Touch screen navigation 68 Mouse properties 69 Starting an app 70 Starting an app from the... optical media 74 Removing a disc with the computer on ......... 75 Removing a disc with the computer off ......... 76 Toshiba's online resources 76 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 77 Toshiba's energy-saver design 77 Running the computer on battery power 77 Battery Notice 78 Power management 79 Charging batteries 79 Charging...
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...Computer's Features ....93 Exploring the Start screen 93 Charms 94 Tiles 95 Exploring the desktop 95 Finding your way around the desktop 95 Windows® Store 97 Setting up for communications 98 Connecting your computer to a network ....... 99 Exploring audio features 99 Recording sounds 99 ...106 Using a user password 108 Deleting a user password 110 System Settings 111 Function Key 113 Recovery Media Creator 114 Service Station 114 TOSHIBA Application Installer 115 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 116 Problems that are easy to fix 116 Problems when you turn on the computer...
...Computer's Features ....93 Exploring the Start screen 93 Charms 94 Tiles 95 Exploring the desktop 95 Finding your way around the desktop 95 Windows® Store 97 Setting up for communications 98 Connecting your computer to a network ....... 99 Exploring audio features 99 Recording sounds 99 ...106 Using a user password 108 Deleting a user password 110 System Settings 111 Function Key 113 Recovery Media Creator 114 Service Station 114 TOSHIBA Application Installer 115 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 116 Problems that are easy to fix 116 Problems when you turn on the computer...
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24 Contents Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 120 Internet problems 122 The Windows® operating system can help you 123 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 123 Checking device properties 123 Power and the batteries ...134 Develop good computing habits 135 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 136 If you need further assistance 140 Contacting Toshiba 141 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 141 Toshiba's worldwide offices 141 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 143 Functions 143 Help file 144 Display brightness 144 Output (Display...
24 Contents Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 120 Internet problems 122 The Windows® operating system can help you 123 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 123 Checking device properties 123 Power and the batteries ...134 Develop good computing habits 135 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 136 If you need further assistance 140 Contacting Toshiba 141 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 141 Toshiba's worldwide offices 141 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 143 Functions 143 Help file 144 Display brightness 144 Output (Display...
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..., or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to find specific...all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8.1. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice.
..., or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to find specific...all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8.1. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice.
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Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the light intensity from windows by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be supported by using blinds. We recommend that you adjust the.... Glare on the notebook display may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches. ❖ Certain notebook displays have a brightness approaching that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your eyes. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture 32 Getting...
Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the light intensity from windows by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be supported by using blinds. We recommend that you adjust the.... Glare on the notebook display may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches. ❖ Certain notebook displays have a brightness approaching that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your eyes. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture 32 Getting...
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...Start screen, locate and complete the registration process. 3 From the Desktop: Press the Windows® ( ) key to your rights under the Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty. Click or touch the Search ( ) icon at register.toshiba.com: Type in the requested information and complete the registration process. 2 From the ... not diminish your software setup choices. Product registration can be completed by one of three methods: 1 From the Toshiba Web site at the upper-right corner of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to display the Start screen.
...Start screen, locate and complete the registration process. 3 From the Desktop: Press the Windows® ( ) key to your rights under the Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty. Click or touch the Search ( ) icon at register.toshiba.com: Type in the requested information and complete the registration process. 2 From the ... not diminish your software setup choices. Product registration can be completed by one of three methods: 1 From the Toshiba Web site at the upper-right corner of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to display the Start screen.
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... option but do NOT hold the Shift key. 3 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click or touch the Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 2 Click or touch the Power ( ) icon at the..., you to display the Start screen. Getting Started To Shut down your work. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down your computer 1 Press the Windows® ( ) key to lose your computer 43 To Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. If you turn off .
... option but do NOT hold the Shift key. 3 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click or touch the Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 2 Click or touch the Power ( ) icon at the..., you to display the Start screen. Getting Started To Shut down your work. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down your computer 1 Press the Windows® ( ) key to lose your computer 43 To Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. If you turn off .
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To place your computer in Sleep mode 1 Press the Windows® ( ) key to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you power down using the Sleep command and ... touch the Power ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen. 44 Getting Started To Restart your computer To Restart your computer 1 Press the Windows® ( ) key to save your work first. 2 Click or touch the Power ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen. If you left off...
To place your computer in Sleep mode 1 Press the Windows® ( ) key to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you power down using the Sleep command and ... touch the Power ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen. 44 Getting Started To Restart your computer To Restart your computer 1 Press the Windows® ( ) key to save your work first. 2 Click or touch the Power ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen. If you left off...
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...the first time you to run most of a memory module. See "Refresh your PC (with user's data) without losing your system and reinstall Windows®. After starting your internal storage drive if necessary. See "Reset your system (with user's data)" on page 60) Adding memory Your ... recover your computer for any product damage, data loss, service or part replacement made necessary by improper installation of today's popular applications. Toshiba will use to restore your PC This option allows you may want to restore your system from recovery media" on page 46. Restoring...
...the first time you to run most of a memory module. See "Refresh your PC (with user's data) without losing your system and reinstall Windows®. After starting your internal storage drive if necessary. See "Reset your system (with user's data)" on page 60) Adding memory Your ... recover your computer for any product damage, data loss, service or part replacement made necessary by improper installation of today's popular applications. Toshiba will use to restore your PC This option allows you may want to restore your system from recovery media" on page 46. Restoring...
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... must be restored by running the recovery utilities directly from your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you create recovery media before using Windows® or another backup program. For more information, see "Backing up your work" on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you created...
... must be restored by running the recovery utilities directly from your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you create recovery media before using Windows® or another backup program. For more information, see "Backing up your work" on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you created...
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... your system's recovery files. for more USB flash drives of the screen and, in the Desktop, press the Windows® ( ) key to your selection. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box You will prompt you created; If you created are in the Search field...
... your system's recovery files. for more USB flash drives of the screen and, in the Desktop, press the Windows® ( ) key to your selection. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box You will prompt you created; If you created are in the Search field...
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... from recovery media: 1 Make sure your computer is turned off. 2 Do one of media you have created recovery media for your recovery files are using Windows® or another backup program. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which...
... from recovery media: 1 Make sure your computer is turned off. 2 Do one of media you have created recovery media for your recovery files are using Windows® or another backup program. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which...
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...earlier state while attempting to keep your pointer to complete the recovery process. Your PC settings and any Desktop Applications installed from the Windows® Store. NOTE During the recovery process your data to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Please make a back... screen appears, stating that when the recovery is complete, a message displays indicating that your data will not be copied into the backup folder. Toshiba does not guarantee that the drive has been recovered. 7 Click or touch Finish to continue. 6 Follow the on your internal storage drive will...
...earlier state while attempting to keep your pointer to complete the recovery process. Your PC settings and any Desktop Applications installed from the Windows® Store. NOTE During the recovery process your data to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Please make a back... screen appears, stating that when the recovery is complete, a message displays indicating that your data will not be copied into the backup folder. Toshiba does not guarantee that the drive has been recovered. 7 Click or touch Finish to continue. 6 Follow the on your internal storage drive will...
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Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. The "Refresh your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Refresh your PC screen Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up your work to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up . Be sure to save your files, and click or touch Get Started. The PC settings window appears. 51 (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Select Refresh your PC without affecting your work " on page 71).
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. The "Refresh your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Refresh your PC screen Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up your work to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up . Be sure to save your files, and click or touch Get Started. The PC settings window appears. 51 (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Select Refresh your PC without affecting your work " on page 71).
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... move your PC The recovery process deletes information stored on page 71). When the process is complete your system will reboot your PC" window appears. The "Refreshing your Windows® operating system. Reset your pointer to refresh your work to begin. 52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Click or... recovery process your computer be prompted to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Be sure to save your work " on the internal storage drive.
... move your PC The recovery process deletes information stored on page 71). When the process is complete your system will reboot your PC" window appears. The "Refreshing your Windows® operating system. Reset your pointer to refresh your work to begin. 52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Click or... recovery process your computer be prompted to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Be sure to save your work " on the internal storage drive.
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Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. The "Reset your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Reset your PC screen The PC settings window appears. 53 (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Select Remove everything and reinstall Windows, and click or touch Get Started.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. The "Reset your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Reset your PC screen The PC settings window appears. 53 (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Select Remove everything and reinstall Windows, and click or touch Get Started.
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The "Do you want to reset your drive?" When the process is complete your system will reboot your PC" window appears. The "Resetting your Windows® operating system. screen appears. (Sample Image) Do you want to fully clean your drive screen 8 Select one of the following options: ❖ Just remove my files ❖ Fully clean the drive The "Ready to reset your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Ready to fully clean your PC screen 9 Click or touch the Reset button. 54 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Click or touch the Next button.
The "Do you want to reset your drive?" When the process is complete your system will reboot your PC" window appears. The "Resetting your Windows® operating system. screen appears. (Sample Image) Do you want to fully clean your drive screen 8 Select one of the following options: ❖ Just remove my files ❖ Fully clean the drive The "Ready to reset your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Ready to fully clean your PC screen 9 Click or touch the Reset button. 54 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Click or touch the Next button.
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... touch the Search ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen and, in the Desktop, press the Windows® ( ) key to complete the installation process, see "TOSHIBA Application Installer" on page 115. Search field (Sample Image) Installing drivers and applications 2 Click or touch Next. ...3 Click or touch the item you are in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Application Installer. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 55 NOTE Selecting the "Fully clean the drive" option may take several hours. ...
... touch the Search ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen and, in the Desktop, press the Windows® ( ) key to complete the installation process, see "TOSHIBA Application Installer" on page 115. Search field (Sample Image) Installing drivers and applications 2 Click or touch Next. ...3 Click or touch the item you are in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Application Installer. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 55 NOTE Selecting the "Fully clean the drive" option may take several hours. ...
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See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 59. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the Windows Control Panel. Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is less responsive to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (... external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. For more information, see if you type. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 146. Your computer...
See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 59. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the Windows Control Panel. Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is less responsive to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (... external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. For more information, see if you type. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 146. Your computer...