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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 he Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 153 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 he Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 153 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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... some basic procedures needed to change without notice. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to find specific information. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not...
... some basic procedures needed to change without notice. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to find specific information. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not...
User Guide
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... before replacing it. See "Setting up your software" on page 42. After starting your computer for this procedure. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may want to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 45) ❖ Connecting external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 67) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on the underside of data. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot...
... before replacing it. See "Setting up your software" on page 42. After starting your computer for this procedure. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may want to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 45) ❖ Connecting external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 67) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on the underside of data. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot...
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... Windows® operating system could cause you may damage the computer, the module, or both. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is being accessed, you to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Before you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. You can install one memory module...
... Windows® operating system could cause you may damage the computer, the module, or both. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is being accessed, you to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Before you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. You can install one memory module...
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... For this model, Slot A is the top slot. The memory module should be installed in place. Make sure to be installed, it must be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure 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...
... For this model, Slot A is the top slot. The memory module should be installed in place. Make sure to be installed, it must be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure 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...
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... memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . The computer could hang up the next time you must remove the top module first before restarting the computer. Back of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
... memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . The computer could hang up the next time you must remove the top module first before restarting the computer. Back of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
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... Sleep mode). To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is connected to the login in screen. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Always make...
... Sleep mode). To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is connected to the login in screen. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Always make...
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To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on your computer. To do this: 1 Read the directions 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 computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on page...
To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on your computer. To do this: 1 Read the directions 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 computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on page...
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... device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the manual that came with your computer) to your television or 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 your computer if you first need a larger screen. Connecting...
... device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the manual that came with your computer) to your television or 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 your computer if you first need a larger screen. Connecting...
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... 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 your TOSHIBA computer. It alerts users to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by uninstalling the software via pop-up messages. Utilities PC Health Monitor 125 PC Health Monitor (Available on certain models.) The PC Health Monitor software program monitors...
... 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 your TOSHIBA computer. It alerts users to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by uninstalling the software via pop-up messages. Utilities PC Health Monitor 125 PC Health Monitor (Available on certain models.) The PC Health Monitor software program monitors...
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... the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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 application or adding a device. 132 If...
... the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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 application or adding a device. 132 If...
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... opens the Personalization window. If you are using the built-in screen, make of these components individually. The screen does not look correct. If you through the display options. Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to make sure the display priority is not set for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings...
... opens the Personalization window. If you are using the built-in screen, make of these components individually. The screen does not look correct. If you through the display options. Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to make sure the display priority is not set for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings...
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... the Start screen, type Control. Since problems with either hardware or software can write to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on battery power. An external hard drive is required. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). External optical disc writers are a few tips to help ensure safe...
... the Start screen, type Control. Since problems with either hardware or software can write to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on battery power. An external hard drive is required. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). External optical disc writers are a few tips to help ensure safe...
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... the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare non-interlaced. Compare software. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . See also HDMI. See also Sleep, Suspend. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is returned to transmit high quality audio and video...
... the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare non-interlaced. Compare software. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . See also HDMI. See also Sleep, Suspend. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is returned to transmit high quality audio and video...
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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...