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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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... the features and specifications on your computer, or to change without notice. 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 the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows 8. This guide This guide introduces the...
... the features and specifications on your computer, or to change without notice. 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 the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows 8. This guide This guide introduces the...
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...; Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of the computer. 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. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
...; Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of the computer. 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. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
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... has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in -use a Phillips screwdriver of the correct size that is to be installed, it must be lost. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on...
... has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in -use a Phillips screwdriver of the correct size that is to be installed, it must be lost. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on...
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... 95. 18 Turn the computer right side up. Slot B is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. Make sure to 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...
... 95. 18 Turn the computer right side up. Slot B is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. Make sure to 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...
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... 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 out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on . Make sure to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can...
... 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 out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on . Make sure to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can...
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... or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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 "Installing a memory module" on...
... or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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 "Installing a memory module" on...
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... To locate your HDMI™ or RGB port please refer to your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* 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 see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad...
... To locate your HDMI™ or RGB port please refer to your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* 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 see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad...
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... 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 HDMI™ Out port, 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 side of 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 HDMI™ Out port, 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 side of your...
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... may affect the performance of initial system use this information for various devices). 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 your TOSHIBA computer. The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA's obligations under its standard limited warranty...
... may affect the performance of initial system use this information for various devices). 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 your TOSHIBA computer. The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA's obligations under its standard limited warranty...
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... launch. 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. 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 normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Reset your computer...
... launch. 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. 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 normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Reset your computer...
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... then Change display settings to activate the screen. Try using the built-in screen, make of the desktop with the computer. If this , press F4. You can change the settings for an external monitor. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is blank. For more information, see the Windows® online Help. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 139 The keyboard you through the display options. This opens the Personalization window. Display...
... then Change display settings to activate the screen. Try using the built-in screen, make of the desktop with the computer. If this , press F4. You can change the settings for an external monitor. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is blank. For more information, see the Windows® online Help. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 139 The keyboard you through the display options. This opens the Personalization window. Display...
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... computer while running on its internal storage drive. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your computer or files to back up your files. Click Control Panel from optical discs. General tips for "back up files". Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. If Something Goes Wrong Develop...
... computer while running on its internal storage drive. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your computer or files to back up your files. Click Control Panel from optical discs. General tips for "back up files". Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. If Something Goes Wrong Develop...
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... cache. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. Compare software. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that you turn on the screen that...
... cache. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. Compare software. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that you turn on the screen that...
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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...