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... in Sleep mode 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 55 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 56 Creating recovery media 57 Restoring from recovery media 59 Refresh your PC (with user's data 61 Reset your PC 63 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the touch pad 67 Adjusting touch pad settings 69 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 70 Connecting an external device 70 Using external display devices 71 Selecting video cables 71 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
... in Sleep mode 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 55 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 56 Creating recovery media 57 Restoring from recovery media 59 Refresh your PC (with user's data 61 Reset your PC 63 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the touch pad 67 Adjusting touch pad settings 69 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 70 Connecting an external device 70 Using external display devices 71 Selecting video cables 71 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
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... a supervisor password 124 Using a user password 126 Deleting a user password 128 System Settings 129 Sleep Utilities 131 USB Sleep and Charge 131 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 133 Power supply mode settings 133 Sleep and Music 134 HDD Protection Utility 135 Function Key 136 Recovery Media Creator 137 Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 139 Problems that are easy to fix 139 Problems when you turn on the computer ........ 140 The Windows® operating system is not working 142 Using Startup options to fix problems...
... a supervisor password 124 Using a user password 126 Deleting a user password 128 System Settings 129 Sleep Utilities 131 USB Sleep and Charge 131 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 133 Power supply mode settings 133 Sleep and Music 134 HDD Protection Utility 135 Function Key 136 Recovery Media Creator 137 Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 139 Problems that are easy to fix 139 Problems when you turn on the computer ........ 140 The Windows® operating system is not working 142 Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... 156 Wireless networking problems 157 DVD operating problems 159 Develop good computing habits 160 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system ........ 161 If you need further assistance 166 Contacting Toshiba 167 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 167 Toshiba's worldwide offices 167 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 169 Functions 169 Help file 170 Display brightness 170 Output (Display switch 171 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 172 Media buttons 172 Volume Mute 172 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 173 Keyboard Function keys 173...
... 156 Wireless networking problems 157 DVD operating problems 159 Develop good computing habits 160 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system ........ 161 If you need further assistance 166 Contacting Toshiba 167 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 167 Toshiba's worldwide offices 167 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 169 Functions 169 Help file 170 Display brightness 170 Output (Display switch 171 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 172 Media buttons 172 Volume Mute 172 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 173 Keyboard Function keys 173...
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... site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-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. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice...
... site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-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. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice...
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... is on may be hot. Failure to be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the top slot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. You will be installed in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. If the...
... is on may be hot. Failure to be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the top slot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. You will be installed in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. If the...
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... screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. You can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 6 Place a soft cloth on the work . The computer could cause you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are off . 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected...
... screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. You can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 6 Place a soft cloth on the work . The computer could cause you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are off . 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected...
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... screw(s) that you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 12 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. Static electricity can retrieve them later. If only one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to your system...
... screw(s) that you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 12 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. Static electricity can retrieve them later. If only one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to your system...
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... on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. Make sure to be installed, it must be completely inserted into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample...
... on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. Make sure to be installed, it must be completely inserted into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample...
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... of the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 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 a hard flat surface. Using your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. The System window appears. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click...
... of the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 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 a hard flat surface. Using your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. The System window appears. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click...
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... is enabled by computer model. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by default. You can easily attach an external device your computer. 70 Getting Started Using the touch pad ❖ Try adjusting your typing technique to avoid accidental contact with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 172. You may include USB 3.0 port(s). For more information, see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable...
... is enabled by computer model. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by default. You can easily attach an external device your computer. 70 Getting Started Using the touch pad ❖ Try adjusting your typing technique to avoid accidental contact with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 172. You may include USB 3.0 port(s). For more information, see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable...
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... & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the keyboard and turns off . If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you stop typing. 80 Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on or always off after a certain interval when you type on page 169. For more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on...
... & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the keyboard and turns off . If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you stop typing. 80 Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on or always off after a certain interval when you type on page 169. For more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on...
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... settings are changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your PC (with computers. There are removed ❖ A list of expertise with user's data)" on page 63. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to your desktop For more information, see "Refresh your PC" on page 61. To enter the Boot menu manually...
... settings are changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your PC (with computers. There are removed ❖ A list of expertise with user's data)" on page 63. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to your desktop For more information, see "Refresh your PC" on page 61. To enter the Boot menu manually...
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... another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode ❖ Enable boot logging Creates a file that lists all the drivers that are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is not working Advanced options Choosing this menu were available by the user. This allows you to use a Restore point to return the computer to reset your display settings in the event they have been improperly set of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows...
... another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode ❖ Enable boot logging Creates a file that lists all the drivers that are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is not working Advanced options Choosing this menu were available by the user. This allows you to use a Restore point to return the computer to reset your display settings in the event they have been improperly set of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows...
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... is blank. Display Auto Off 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 your desktop background, under Change the visuals and sounds on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you through the display options.
... is blank. Display Auto Off 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 your desktop background, under Change the visuals and sounds on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you through the display options.
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... key to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on hand in case you will ensure that the installation utility left behind. If anything goes wrong, you need any changes that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows® operating system. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
... key to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on hand in case you will ensure that the installation utility left behind. If anything goes wrong, you need any changes that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows® operating system. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
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... . function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the computer again, your work is usually fixed, but some external media and are connected. Hard disks hold much more information than analog signal. hardware-The physical components of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. H hard disk-A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
... . function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the computer again, your work is usually fixed, but some external media and are connected. Hard disks hold much more information than analog signal. hardware-The physical components of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. H hard disk-A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
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... display device 71 monitor 72 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 163 desktop creating new icon 110 exploring the 109 icons 110 recycle bin 110 standard features 108, 109 Desktop Assist 119 Media & Entertainment tab 120 Support & Recovery tab 122 Tools & Utilities tab 121 Device Manager fixing a problem 146 directing display output 72 disabling touch pad 70 display troubleshooting 152 display devices external 71 display...
... display device 71 monitor 72 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 163 desktop creating new icon 110 exploring the 109 icons 110 recycle bin 110 standard features 108, 109 Desktop Assist 119 Media & Entertainment tab 120 Support & Recovery tab 122 Tools & Utilities tab 121 Device Manager fixing a problem 146 directing display output 72 disabling touch pad 70 display troubleshooting 152 display devices external 71 display...
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... 89 removing with computer on 88 DVD player troubleshooting 159 DVDs using 84 E eco power plan 99 eco Utility® 123 eject button optical disc drive 85 eject, optical disc drive 85 enabling touch pad 70 enabling/disabling touch pad 172 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 109 Start screen 107 external display device HDMI™ Out port 71 external display, adjusting 73 F files backing up 78, 84 saving 83 Function Key 136 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 173 Function keys 172 display brightness 170 Help file 170 keyboard Function keys 173 media buttons...
... 89 removing with computer on 88 DVD player troubleshooting 159 DVDs using 84 E eco power plan 99 eco Utility® 123 eject button optical disc drive 85 eject, optical disc drive 85 enabling touch pad 70 enabling/disabling touch pad 172 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 109 Start screen 107 external display device HDMI™ Out port 71 external display, adjusting 73 F files backing up 78, 84 saving 83 Function Key 136 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 173 Function keys 172 display brightness 170 Help file 170 keyboard Function keys 173 media buttons...
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... 90 power down shut down 45 power light 95 power management 92 optimum performance 92 power plans selecting power plan options 98 power saving options 97 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 156 problem solving contacting Toshiba 167 Startup options 143 projector connecting 72 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 92 recording sounds 113 recovery creating recovery media 57 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 56 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 63 restoring from recovery media 59 Recovery Media Creator...
... 90 power down shut down 45 power light 95 power management 92 optimum performance 92 power plans selecting power plan options 98 power saving options 97 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 156 problem solving contacting Toshiba 167 Startup options 143 projector connecting 72 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 92 recording sounds 113 recovery creating recovery media 57 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 56 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 63 restoring from recovery media 59 Recovery Media Creator...
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... Sleep mode 46 Sleep Utilities 131 sounds recording 113 speakers using external 114 Start screen exploring the 107 starting an app 82 starting an app from Start screen 83 Startup menu problem solving 143 supervisor password, deleting 126 supervisor password, set up 124 system indicator lights AC power 40 drive in-use indicator 85 LEDs 42, 94, 95, 115 System Settings 129 T taking care of battery 103 taskbar 110 television adjusting display 73 Tiles Start screen 109 tips for computing 77 Toshiba online...
... Sleep mode 46 Sleep Utilities 131 sounds recording 113 speakers using external 114 Start screen exploring the 107 starting an app 82 starting an app from Start screen 83 Startup menu problem solving 143 supervisor password, deleting 126 supervisor password, set up 124 system indicator lights AC power 40 drive in-use indicator 85 LEDs 42, 94, 95, 115 System Settings 129 T taking care of battery 103 taskbar 110 television adjusting display 73 Tiles Start screen 109 tips for computing 77 Toshiba online...
