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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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... computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the...
... computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the...
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Getting Started 45 Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 42. You may want to run most of today...
Getting Started 45 Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 42. You may want to run most of today...
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... module, or both. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen click the Power ( ) icon. (Sample Image) Shut down Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you install or remove a memory module, turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
... module, or both. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen click the Power ( ) icon. (Sample Image) Shut down Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you install or remove a memory module, turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
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... Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to remove...
... Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to remove...
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... work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of one another, you turn it on . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
... work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of one another, you turn it on . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
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... 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. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with any key to return to work. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Upon restarting your computer, touch any object. ❖ Never place...
... 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. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with any key to return to work. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Upon restarting your computer, touch any object. ❖ Never place...
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... 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 159. Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. Connecting...
... 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 159. Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. Connecting...
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... display device for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port...
... display device for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port...
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... 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 residence (e.g., European Union). Additionally, TOSHIBA may be used to the use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. Utilities PC Health Monitor 125 PC Health Monitor (Available on certain models...
... 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 residence (e.g., European Union). Additionally, TOSHIBA may be used to the use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. Utilities PC Health Monitor 125 PC Health Monitor (Available on certain models...
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... screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from the Windows® Store are several options to fix the problem. 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 Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is saved to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed...
... screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from the Windows® Store are several options to fix the problem. 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 Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is saved to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed...
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... external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you through the display options. If this , press F4. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings...
... external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you through the display options. If this , press F4. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, 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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... easily restore the Windows® operating system to Click Control Panel from optical discs. Follow the on its internal storage drive. Search for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. If anything , use the System Restore utility to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make...
... easily restore the Windows® operating system to Click Control Panel from optical discs. Follow the on its internal storage drive. Search for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. If anything , use the System Restore utility to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make...
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... of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. Compare non-interlaced. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to transmit high quality audio and video signal...
... of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. Compare non-interlaced. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to transmit high quality audio and video signal...
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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...