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... Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Adding memory 44 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 44 Creating recovery media 45 Restoring from recovery media 48 Refresh your PC (with user's data 49 Reset your PC 51 Installing drivers and applications 54 Using the touch pad 55 Adjusting touch pad settings 57 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 58 Connecting an external device 58 Using external display devices 59 Selecting video cables 59 Connecting an HDMI-compatible television or display device 59 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 60 Adjusting...
... Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Adding memory 44 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 44 Creating recovery media 45 Restoring from recovery media 48 Refresh your PC (with user's data 49 Reset your PC 51 Installing drivers and applications 54 Using the touch pad 55 Adjusting touch pad settings 57 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 58 Connecting an external device 58 Using external display devices 59 Selecting video cables 59 Connecting an HDMI-compatible television or display device 59 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 60 Adjusting...
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... network ....... 92 Exploring audio features 92 Recording sounds 92 Using external speakers or headphones ....... 93 Using the Web Camera 94 Using the Memory card reader 94 Inserting memory media 95 Removing memory media 95 Chapter 5: Utilities 97 eco Utility 98 Password Utility 99 Using a supervisor password 99 Using a user password 101 Deleting a user password 103 System Settings 104 Sleep Utilities 106 USB Sleep and Charge 106 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 108 Power supply mode settings 108 Function Key 110 Recovery Media Creator 111 Service Station 111 TOSHIBA...
... network ....... 92 Exploring audio features 92 Recording sounds 92 Using external speakers or headphones ....... 93 Using the Web Camera 94 Using the Memory card reader 94 Inserting memory media 95 Removing memory media 95 Chapter 5: Utilities 97 eco Utility 98 Password Utility 99 Using a supervisor password 99 Using a user password 101 Deleting a user password 103 System Settings 104 Sleep Utilities 106 USB Sleep and Charge 106 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 108 Power supply mode settings 108 Function Key 110 Recovery Media Creator 111 Service Station 111 TOSHIBA...
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... 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. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at the time...
... 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. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at the time...
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... recovery process your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to separately save your work " on the internal storage drive. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on page 72. 48 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Restoring from such media...
... recovery process your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to separately save your work " on the internal storage drive. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on page 72. 48 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Restoring from such media...
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... button presses while 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 your computer. Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is less responsive to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device (if applicable). 58 Getting Started Using the touch pad ❖ Temporarily disable...
... button presses while 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 your computer. Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is less responsive to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device (if applicable). 58 Getting Started Using the touch pad ❖ Temporarily disable...
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... change the keyboard backlight setting to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 138. For more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 86 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on certain models.) Your keyboard may have special functions in combination with the FN key, function keys marked with the FN key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard...
... change the keyboard backlight setting to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 138. For more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 86 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on certain models.) Your keyboard may have special functions in combination with the FN key, function keys marked with the FN key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard...
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... an external microphone, connect it to display the Start screen. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click or touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. Accessing a network For specific information about connecting to record sounds using the computer's internal microphones (available on page 128. Exploring audio features You can listen to increase its capabilities and functionality. Recording sounds You may record sounds using the computer's internal microphones (available on certain models) or an optional external...
... an external microphone, connect it to display the Start screen. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click or touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. Accessing a network For specific information about connecting to record sounds using the computer's internal microphones (available on page 128. Exploring audio features You can listen to increase its capabilities and functionality. Recording sounds You may record sounds using the computer's internal microphones (available on certain models) or an optional external...
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... external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during standby and hibernation or when the computer is turned off. USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports. 107 Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, USB bus power...
... external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during standby and hibernation or when the computer is turned off. USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports. 107 Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, USB bus power...
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TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. These settings turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key. 110 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with FN. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default.
TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. These settings turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key. 110 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with FN. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default.
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... may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. The computer restarts. 7 Click or touch Troubleshoot from the right edge. 2 When the Windows charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Click or touch Restart Now under Advanced Startup. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows Boot menu will be changed back...
... may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. The computer restarts. 7 Click or touch Troubleshoot from the right edge. 2 When the Windows charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Click or touch Restart Now under Advanced Startup. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows Boot menu will be changed back...
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... created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user. The Operating System will "Recover" the Operating system using your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Command Prompt The command prompt is a very powerful tool for problems and repair them if possible. Startup Repair This feature automates the repair process. Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to use a Restore...
... created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user. The Operating System will "Recover" the Operating system using your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Command Prompt The command prompt is a very powerful tool for problems and repair them if possible. Startup Repair This feature automates the repair process. Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to use a Restore...
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... make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to its previous setting. You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. You may need to models...
... make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to its previous setting. You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. You may need to models...
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... other computer cannot browse to display the Start screen. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your computer can detect a Wi-Fi access point or router then it may be a configuration issue. ❖ Verify that signal strength is good using the utility provided with a support technician at the upper-right corner of networks, and may be disrupted. ❖...
... other computer cannot browse to display the Start screen. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your computer can detect a Wi-Fi access point or router then it may be a configuration issue. ❖ Verify that signal strength is good using the utility provided with a support technician at the upper-right corner of networks, and may be disrupted. ❖...
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... firmware upgrades. If your internal storage drive. 129 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. The IP address for each active network adapter will lock, forcing you can never predict when your computer will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to close a program and lose unsaved changes. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on your connection problem...
... firmware upgrades. If your internal storage drive. 129 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. The IP address for each active network adapter will lock, forcing you can never predict when your computer will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to close a program and lose unsaved changes. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on your connection problem...
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... or touch Control Panel from them. Before installing anything goes wrong, you need any changes that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optional external writable optical disc drives, scanners, etc.) and software applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser. ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on -screen instructions...
... or touch Control Panel from them. Before installing anything goes wrong, you need any changes that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optional external writable optical disc drives, scanners, etc.) and software applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser. ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on -screen instructions...
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... was when the computer was turned off . The primary (or only) hard disk in combination with the FN key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. Also called "system bus." HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to which certain keys in a computer is returned to...
... was when the computer was turned off . The primary (or only) hard disk in combination with the FN key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. Also called "system bus." HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to which certain keys in a computer is returned to...
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... computer to a network 92 external device 58 HDMI-compatible TV or display device 59 power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 61 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 132 desktop creating new icon 89 exploring the 88 icons 89 recycle bin 89 standard features 87, 88 Device Manager fixing a problem 120 directing display output 60 disabling touch pad 58 display troubleshooting 124 display configuration modes 66 display devices external 59 display output settings 60 display, external adjusting 61 disposal...
... computer to a network 92 external device 58 HDMI-compatible TV or display device 59 power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 61 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 132 desktop creating new icon 89 exploring the 88 icons 89 recycle bin 89 standard features 87, 88 Device Manager fixing a problem 120 directing display output 60 disabling touch pad 58 display troubleshooting 124 display configuration modes 66 display devices external 59 display output settings 60 display, external adjusting 61 disposal...
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... time 40 internal storage drive recovery 44 K keyboard function keys 68 special Windows keys 68 troubleshooting 123 using 67 keys function keys 68 L LEDs system indicator lights 78 AC adaptor light 77 AC power light 38, 39 battery light 39 Web Camera light 94 Licenses 17 lock computer, using 62 M maintaining your battery 84 memory adding 44 Memory card reader inserting memory media 95 removing memory media 95 using 94 microphone using 92 monitor problems troubleshooting 123 monitoring battery power 77 mouse properties 70 moving the computer 62 N network accessing 92 connecting your computer...
... time 40 internal storage drive recovery 44 K keyboard function keys 68 special Windows keys 68 troubleshooting 123 using 67 keys function keys 68 L LEDs system indicator lights 78 AC adaptor light 77 AC power light 38, 39 battery light 39 Web Camera light 94 Licenses 17 lock computer, using 62 M maintaining your battery 84 memory adding 44 Memory card reader inserting memory media 95 removing memory media 95 using 94 microphone using 92 monitor problems troubleshooting 123 monitoring battery power 77 mouse properties 70 moving the computer 62 N network accessing 92 connecting your computer...
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... HDMI Out 59 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 38 cord/cable 39 cord/cable connectors 143 energy-saving features 73 power down shut down 41 power management 75 optimum performance 75 power plans selecting power plan options 81 power saving options 80 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 127 problem solving contacting Toshiba 136 Startup options 117 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 75 recording sounds 92 recovery creating recovery media 45 installing drivers and applications 54 internal storage drive...
... HDMI Out 59 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 38 cord/cable 39 cord/cable connectors 143 energy-saving features 73 power down shut down 41 power management 75 optimum performance 75 power plans selecting power plan options 81 power saving options 80 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 127 problem solving contacting Toshiba 136 Startup options 117 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 75 recording sounds 92 recovery creating recovery media 45 installing drivers and applications 54 internal storage drive...
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... backup 132 Device Manager 120 display error message 124 display problems screen is blank 123 error message, warning resume failure 115 Error-checking 125 external display problems 124 external keyboard 123 external monitor 123 FN + PRTSC key 123 good computing habits 129 hard disk drive is slow 126 high-pitched noise 127 installing hardware/software 133 keyboard 123 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 125 power and battery 121 printer 127 restore points 130 screen does not look correct/ flickers 124 slow Internet connection 119 sound...
... backup 132 Device Manager 120 display error message 124 display problems screen is blank 123 error message, warning resume failure 115 Error-checking 125 external display problems 124 external keyboard 123 external monitor 123 FN + PRTSC key 123 good computing habits 129 hard disk drive is slow 126 high-pitched noise 127 installing hardware/software 133 keyboard 123 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 125 power and battery 121 printer 127 restore points 130 screen does not look correct/ flickers 124 slow Internet connection 119 sound...