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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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...; Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice. 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. Introduction This guide...
...; Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice. 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. Introduction This guide...
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.... Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in minor bodily injury. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for the first time you use complex software or process large amounts of data. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 42. Getting Started 45 Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices...
.... Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in minor bodily injury. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for the first time you use complex software or process large amounts of data. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 42. Getting Started 45 Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices...
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... top slot. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in good condition. If the computer is being accessed, you install or remove a memory module while the computer is to be installed, it must be lost. Before you turn off the power while a disk/disc is on may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen. 2 When the Windows...
... top slot. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in good condition. If the computer is being accessed, you install or remove a memory module while the computer is to be installed, it must be lost. Before you turn off the power while a disk/disc is on may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen. 2 When the Windows...
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If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be...
If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be...
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... Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. In either of the 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 remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 95. 6 Turn...
... Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. In either of the 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 remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 95. 6 Turn...
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... "Installing a memory module" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with any key to return to work. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
... "Installing a memory module" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with any key to return to work. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
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... Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. 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 the external device (if applicable). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to your computer. Connecting...
... Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. 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 the external device (if applicable). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to your computer. Connecting...
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... an HDMI™ cable. Refer to the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI™ Out port on the side of your computer, and then connect the other end of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on...
... an HDMI™ cable. Refer to the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI™ Out port on the side of your computer, and then connect the other end of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on...
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... limited to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. 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. You may also be transferred to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the computer's internal storage drive. Subject to...
... limited to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. 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. You may also be transferred to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the computer's internal storage drive. Subject to...
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... Power button in the lower right corner of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you installed from discs or Web sites are several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu...
... Power button in the lower right corner of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you installed from discs or Web sites are several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu...
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... keyboard you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the 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 this , press F4. Try using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. If you through the display options. Click Display and then Change display settings to make...
... keyboard you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the 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 this , press F4. Try using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. If you through the display options. Click Display and then Change display settings to make...
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... be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to External optical disc writers are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation 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 read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of your files...
... be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to External optical disc writers are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation 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 read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of your files...
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... signal. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current...
... signal. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current...
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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...