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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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... in Windows 8. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning 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/options availability are designed for a product Series. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com...
... in Windows 8. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning 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/options availability are designed for a product Series. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com...
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... hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 42. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. The surrounding area 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 page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules...
... hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 42. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. The surrounding area 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 page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules...
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... the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If the computer is the bottom slot. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Slot A. Before you turn off the computer. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button...
... the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If the computer is the bottom slot. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Slot A. Before you turn off the computer. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button...
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... and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the computer right side...
... and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module should be completely inserted into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the computer right side...
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... 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 top of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 52 Getting Started...
... 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 top of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 52 Getting Started...
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... Sleep mode). To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. 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 (complete steps 1-10 in "Installing a memory module" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work...
... Sleep mode). To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. 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 (complete steps 1-10 in "Installing a memory module" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work...
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... 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* 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" on the external device (if applicable). To enable/disable...
... 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* 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" on the external device (if applicable). To enable/disable...
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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 the side of your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing the ( ) + P keys, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read...
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 the side of your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing the ( ) + P keys, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read...
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... 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 residence (e.g., European Union). You may be used to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the computer's internal storage drive. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. This information is not limited to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. It...
... 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 residence (e.g., European Union). You may be used to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the computer's internal storage drive. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. This information is not limited to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. It...
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... menu. 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 depending on page 60. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new application or adding a device...
... menu. 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 depending on page 60. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new application or adding a device...
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... change the settings for each of keyboard. If you are using a different make of these components individually. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 139 The 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...
... change the settings for each of keyboard. If you are using a different make of these components individually. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 139 The 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...
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... required. If anything , use the System Restore utility to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. An external hard drive is recommended in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Search for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make the data inaccessible or...
... required. If anything , use the System Restore utility to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. An external hard drive is recommended in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Search for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make the data inaccessible or...
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... the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. 171 Glossary hardware-The physical components of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba...
... the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. 171 Glossary hardware-The physical components of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba...
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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...