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... in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 44 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 51 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 52 Creating recovery media 53 Restoring from recovery media 55 Refresh your PC (with user's data 56 Reset your PC 59 Installing drivers and applications 61 Using the touch pad 62 Adjusting touch pad settings 65 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 66 Connecting an external device 66 Using external display devices 66 Selecting video cables 67 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
... in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 44 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 51 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 52 Creating recovery media 53 Restoring from recovery media 55 Refresh your PC (with user's data 56 Reset your PC 59 Installing drivers and applications 61 Using the touch pad 62 Adjusting touch pad settings 65 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 66 Connecting an external device 66 Using external display devices 66 Selecting video cables 67 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
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... a user password 115 System Settings 116 Sleep and Charge 117 USB Sleep and Charge 117 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......119 Power supply mode settings 119 Function Key 120 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 121 PC Health Monitor 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer............126 The Windows® operating system is not working 128 Using Startup options to fix problems 129 Internet problems...
... a user password 115 System Settings 116 Sleep and Charge 117 USB Sleep and Charge 117 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......119 Power supply mode settings 119 Function Key 120 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 121 PC Health Monitor 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer............126 The Windows® operating system is not working 128 Using Startup options to fix problems 129 Internet problems...
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Contents 23 DVD operating problems 144 Develop good computing habits 145 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 146 If you need further assistance 151 Contacting Toshiba 151 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 151 Toshiba's worldwide offices 152 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 153 Functions 153 Help file 154 Display brightness 154 Output (Display switch 155 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 156 Media buttons 156 Volume Mute 157 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............157 Keyboard Function keys 157 Zoom (Display resolution 157...
Contents 23 DVD operating problems 144 Develop good computing habits 145 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 146 If you need further assistance 151 Contacting Toshiba 151 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 151 Toshiba's worldwide offices 152 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 153 Functions 153 Help file 154 Display brightness 154 Output (Display switch 155 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 156 Media buttons 156 Volume Mute 157 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............157 Keyboard Function keys 157 Zoom (Display resolution 157...
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... specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change without notice. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed...
... specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change without notice. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed...
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... memory to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 44) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 66) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 41. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may want to run most of data. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for the first time you use complex software...
... memory to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 44) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 66) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 41. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may want to run most of data. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for the first time you use complex software...
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... the slot 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 17 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 19 Reconnect the cables. 20 Restart the computer. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional...
... the slot 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 17 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 19 Reconnect the cables. 20 Restart the computer. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional...
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.... Installed memory (RAM) is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 93. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the...
.... Installed memory (RAM) is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 93. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the...
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... to time, Windows® will use to remove all data from your data. Restoring from recovery media" on page 53. See "Reset your PC" on your computer without losing your recovery media. Reset your PC See "Refresh your original internal storage drive fails, you created. 52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps...
... to time, Windows® will use to remove all data from your data. Restoring from recovery media" on page 53. See "Reset your PC" on your computer without losing your recovery media. Reset your PC See "Refresh your original internal storage drive fails, you created. 52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps...
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... may also seem to random locations on the screen. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by itself" to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. To: Zoom in To zoom out: ❖ Place two fingers slightly apart on the touch pad and then slide them together. (Sample Illustration) Zooming out Adjusting touch pad settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel.
... may also seem to random locations on the screen. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by itself" to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. To: Zoom in To zoom out: ❖ Place two fingers slightly apart on the touch pad and then slide them together. (Sample Illustration) Zooming out Adjusting touch pad settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel.
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... 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 your computer. You can also connect the following types of the following: ❖ Press the touch pad ON/OFF ( ) button. ❖ Press F5. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default.
... 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 your computer. You can also connect the following types of the following: ❖ Press the touch pad ON/OFF ( ) button. ❖ Press F5. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default.
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... or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of the cable to your television or display device. Getting Started 67 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 on right side of computer 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...
... or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of the cable to your television or display device. Getting Started 67 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 on right side of computer 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...
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... region. 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 the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). 122 Utilities PC Health Monitor PC Health Monitor The PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by uninstalling the...
... region. 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 the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). 122 Utilities PC Health Monitor PC Health Monitor The PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by uninstalling the...
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... retained ❖ Apps you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. Reset your computer ❖ All of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu 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 program or adding a device. If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is saved to your...
... retained ❖ Apps you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. Reset your computer ❖ All of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu 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 program or adding a device. If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is saved to your...
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... adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to choose the screen resolution. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by clicking a blank area of these components individually. If you through the display options. Click Display and then Change display settings to make sure the display priority is blank. 136 If Something Goes Wrong Display problems Display problems...
... adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to choose the screen resolution. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by clicking a blank area of these components individually. If you through the display options. Click Display and then Change display settings to make sure the display priority is blank. 136 If Something Goes Wrong Display problems Display problems...
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... easily restore the Windows® operating system to Follow the on page 146). No additional software is the data you will then be a recent backup of your data. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. Follow these steps to back up your important files to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers...
... easily restore the Windows® operating system to Follow the on page 146). No additional software is the data you will then be a recent backup of your data. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. Follow these steps to back up your important files to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers...
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... analog signal. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current...
... analog signal. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current...
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... power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 36 customize computer settings 69 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 148 desktop creating new icon 99 exploring the 99 icons 99 recycle bin 100 standard features 98, 99 Desktop Assist 108 Media & Entertainment tab 109 Support & Recovery tab 111 Tools & Utilities tab 110 Device Manager fixing a problem 132 directing display output 68 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 137 display devices external 66 display output settings 68 display, external adjusting...
... power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 36 customize computer settings 69 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 148 desktop creating new icon 99 exploring the 99 icons 99 recycle bin 100 standard features 98, 99 Desktop Assist 108 Media & Entertainment tab 109 Support & Recovery tab 111 Tools & Utilities tab 110 Device Manager fixing a problem 132 directing display output 68 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 137 display devices external 66 display output settings 68 display, external adjusting...
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... troubleshooting 144 DVDs using 77 E eco power plan 91 eco Utility® 112 eject button optical disc drive 78 eject, optical disc drive 78 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad 156 ENERGY STAR® 24 exploring desktop 99 Start screen 97 external display device HDMI™ Out port 66 RGB (monitor) port 67 external display, adjusting 69 F files backing up 73, 76 saving 76 Function Key 120 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 157 Function keys 156 display brightness 154 Help file 154 keyboard Function keys 157 media buttons 156 Output (Display switch) 155 volume...
... troubleshooting 144 DVDs using 77 E eco power plan 91 eco Utility® 112 eject button optical disc drive 78 eject, optical disc drive 78 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad 156 ENERGY STAR® 24 exploring desktop 99 Start screen 97 external display device HDMI™ Out port 66 RGB (monitor) port 67 external display, adjusting 69 F files backing up 73, 76 saving 76 Function Key 120 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 157 Function keys 156 display brightness 154 Help file 154 keyboard Function keys 157 media buttons 156 Output (Display switch) 155 volume...
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... 82 power down shut down 42 power light 86 power management 84 optimum performance 84 power plans selecting power plan options 89 power saving options 89 precautions safety 34 printer troubleshooting 141 problem solving contacting Toshiba 151 Startup options 129 projector connecting 67 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 83 recording sounds 103 recovery creating recovery media 53 installing drivers and applications 61 internal storage drive 52 refresh your PC 56 reset your PC 59 restoring from recovery media 55 Recovery Media Creator...
... 82 power down shut down 42 power light 86 power management 84 optimum performance 84 power plans selecting power plan options 89 power saving options 89 precautions safety 34 printer troubleshooting 141 problem solving contacting Toshiba 151 Startup options 129 projector connecting 67 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 83 recording sounds 103 recovery creating recovery media 53 installing drivers and applications 61 internal storage drive 52 refresh your PC 56 reset your PC 59 restoring from recovery media 55 Recovery Media Creator...
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... data/entire system backup 148 Device Manager 132 display error message 137 display problems screen is blank 136 DVD player 144 eject button 140 error message, warning resume failure 127 Error-checking 138 external display problems 137 external keyboard 135 external monitor 136 good computing habits 145 hard disk drive is slow 139 high-pitched noise 141 installing hardware/software 148 keyboard 135 keyboard will not respond 126 memory problems 133 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 138 on-screen eject button 141 optical disc drive 140
... data/entire system backup 148 Device Manager 132 display error message 137 display problems screen is blank 136 DVD player 144 eject button 140 error message, warning resume failure 127 Error-checking 138 external display problems 137 external keyboard 135 external monitor 136 good computing habits 145 hard disk drive is slow 139 high-pitched noise 141 installing hardware/software 148 keyboard 135 keyboard will not respond 126 memory problems 133 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 138 on-screen eject button 141 optical disc drive 140