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... in Sleep mode 44 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory (optional 45 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 51 Checking total memory 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 54 Creating recovery media 55 Restoring from recovery media 57 Refresh your PC (with user's data 58 Reset your PC 60 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the touch pad 64 Adjusting touch pad settings 66 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 67 Connecting an external device 67 Using external display devices 67 Selecting video cables 68 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
... in Sleep mode 44 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory (optional 45 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 51 Checking total memory 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 54 Creating recovery media 55 Restoring from recovery media 57 Refresh your PC (with user's data 58 Reset your PC 60 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the touch pad 64 Adjusting touch pad settings 66 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 67 Connecting an external device 67 Using external display devices 67 Selecting video cables 68 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
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... a user password 118 System Settings 119 Sleep and Charge 120 USB Sleep and Charge 120 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......122 Power supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128 Problems when you turn on the computer............129 The Windows® operating system is not working 131 Using Startup options to fix problems 132 Internet problems...
... a user password 118 System Settings 119 Sleep and Charge 120 USB Sleep and Charge 120 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......122 Power supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128 Problems when you turn on the computer............129 The Windows® operating system is not working 131 Using Startup options to fix problems 132 Internet problems...
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... 148 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 154 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch 158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media buttons 159 Volume Mute 160 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............160 Keyboard Function keys 161 Zoom (Display resolution 161 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 162 Glossary 163...
... 148 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 154 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch 158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media buttons 159 Volume Mute 160 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............160 Keyboard Function keys 161 Zoom (Display resolution 161 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 162 Glossary 163...
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... the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change without notice. Your particular model may not have all subject to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component...
... the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change without notice. Your particular model may not have all subject to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component...
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... memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on the underside of data. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot. The surrounding area may be installed in minor bodily injury. See "Setting up your software" on page 42. See "Setting up your software" on page 42. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Getting Started 45 Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba...
... memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on the underside of data. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot. The surrounding area may be installed in minor bodily injury. See "Setting up your software" on page 42. See "Setting up your software" on page 42. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Getting Started 45 Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba...
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... slot. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If you may damage the computer, the module, or both. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use light are off the computer. Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you install...
... slot. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If you may damage the computer, the module, or both. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use light are off the computer. Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you install...
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... be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and...
... be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and...
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..., 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 remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
..., 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 remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
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... operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to the login in Sleep mode). The System window appears. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on a hard...
... operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to the login in Sleep mode). The System window appears. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on a hard...
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... first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad...
... first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad...
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... other end of your television or display device. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came with the television or display device for more information. Refer to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen.
... other end of your television or display device. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came with the television or display device for more information. Refer to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen.
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... the 3D Accelerometer (available on the computer's internal storage drive. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to identify and provide a notification of system...
... the 3D Accelerometer (available on the computer's internal storage drive. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to identify and provide a notification of system...
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... problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are retained ❖ Apps you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in some way such as installing a new...
... problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are retained ❖ Apps you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in some way such as installing a new...
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.... This opens the Personalization window. If this , press F4. Display Auto Off may be defective or incompatible with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. Click Display and then Change display settings to make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 139 The keyboard you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is...
.... This opens the Personalization window. If this , press F4. Display Auto Off may be defective or incompatible with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. Click Display and then Change display settings to make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 139 The keyboard you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is...
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... be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Click Control Panel from the list that appears. 2 Click 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 special toolbars for installing hardware and software Here are also widely...
... be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Click Control Panel from the list that appears. 2 Click 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 special toolbars for installing hardware and software Here are also widely...
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... also Sleep, Suspend. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Compare non-interlaced. Compare software. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of your work...
... also Sleep, Suspend. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Compare non-interlaced. Compare software. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of your work...
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... power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 70 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 151 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 135 directing display output 69 disabling touch pad 67 display troubleshooting 140 display devices external 67 display output settings 69 display, external
... power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 70 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 151 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 135 directing display output 69 disabling touch pad 67 display troubleshooting 140 display devices external 67 display output settings 69 display, external
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... DVD player troubleshooting 147 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 67 enabling/disabling touch pad 159 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 102 Start screen 100 external display device HDMI™ Out port 67 RGB (monitor) port 68 external display, adjusting 70 F files backing up 74, 78 saving 78 Function Key 123 Function keys 159 disabling or enabling wireless devices 160 display brightness 157 Help file 157 keyboard Function keys 161 media buttons 159 Output (Display switch) 158 volume...
... DVD player troubleshooting 147 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 67 enabling/disabling touch pad 159 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 102 Start screen 100 external display device HDMI™ Out port 67 RGB (monitor) port 68 external display, adjusting 70 F files backing up 74, 78 saving 78 Function Key 123 Function keys 159 disabling or enabling wireless devices 160 display brightness 157 Help file 157 keyboard Function keys 161 media buttons 159 Output (Display switch) 158 volume...
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... energy-saving features 84 power management 86 optimum performance 86 power plans selecting power plan options 92 power saving options 91 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 144 problem solving contacting Toshiba 154 Startup options 132 projector connecting 68 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 85 recording sounds 106 recovery creating recovery media 55 installing drivers and applications 63 internal storage drive 54 refresh your PC 58 reset your PC 60 restoring from recovery media 57 Recovery Media Creator 126 recycle...
... energy-saving features 84 power management 86 optimum performance 86 power plans selecting power plan options 92 power saving options 91 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 144 problem solving contacting Toshiba 154 Startup options 132 projector connecting 68 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 85 recording sounds 106 recovery creating recovery media 55 installing drivers and applications 63 internal storage drive 54 refresh your PC 58 reset your PC 60 restoring from recovery media 57 Recovery Media Creator 126 recycle...
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... Startup menu problem solving 132 supervisor password, deleting 117 supervisor password, set up 116 system indicator lights AC power 38 drive in-use indicator 79 LEDs 40, 41, 88, 89, 107 System Settings 119 T taking care of battery 97 taskbar 103 television adjusting display 70 Tiles Start screen 102 tips for computing 73 Toshiba online resources 83 registering computer Toshiba Web site 42 worldwide offices 155 Toshiba accessories memory 45 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 156 touch pad using...
... Startup menu problem solving 132 supervisor password, deleting 117 supervisor password, set up 116 system indicator lights AC power 38 drive in-use indicator 79 LEDs 40, 41, 88, 89, 107 System Settings 119 T taking care of battery 97 taskbar 103 television adjusting display 70 Tiles Start screen 102 tips for computing 73 Toshiba online resources 83 registering computer Toshiba Web site 42 worldwide offices 155 Toshiba accessories memory 45 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 156 touch pad using...