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... in Sleep mode 47 Adding optional external devices 48 Adding memory (optional 48 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 56 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 57 Creating recovery media 58 Restoring from recovery media 60 Refresh your PC (with user's data 61 Reset your PC 64 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the touch pad 67 Adjusting touch pad settings 70 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 71 Connecting an external device 71 Using external display devices 71 Selecting video cables 72 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
... in Sleep mode 47 Adding optional external devices 48 Adding memory (optional 48 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 56 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 57 Creating recovery media 58 Restoring from recovery media 60 Refresh your PC (with user's data 61 Reset your PC 64 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the touch pad 67 Adjusting touch pad settings 70 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 71 Connecting an external device 71 Using external display devices 71 Selecting video cables 72 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
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... problems 149 Wireless networking problems 150 DVD operating problems 152 Develop good computing habits 153 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 154 If you need further assistance 159 Contacting Toshiba 159 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 159 Toshiba's worldwide offices 160 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 161 Functions 161 Help file 162 Display brightness 162 Output (Display switch 163 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 164 Media buttons 164 Volume Mute 165 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............165 Keyboard Function keys...
... problems 149 Wireless networking problems 150 DVD operating problems 152 Develop good computing habits 153 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 154 If you need further assistance 159 Contacting Toshiba 159 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 159 Toshiba's worldwide offices 160 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 161 Functions 161 Help file 162 Display brightness 162 Output (Display switch 163 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 164 Media buttons 164 Volume Mute 165 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............165 Keyboard Function keys...
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..., product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to change without notice. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com...
..., product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to change without notice. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com...
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... external device" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 71) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you may be hot. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in minor bodily injury. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
... external device" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 71) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you may be hot. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in minor bodily injury. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
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... screen click the Power ( ) icon. Pressing the power button before shutting down Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. You can install one memory module is in Slot A. Before you may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. NOTE For this model, Slot...
... screen click the Power ( ) icon. Pressing the power button before shutting down Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. You can install one memory module is in Slot A. Before you may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. NOTE For this model, Slot...
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... memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. NOTE To locate your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secures the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the work surface to prevent scratching the top cover of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
... memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. NOTE To locate your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secures the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the work surface to prevent scratching the top cover of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
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... module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on top of the slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on top of the slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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The System window appears. 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 Sleep mode). 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Installed memory (RAM) is connected to the login in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. In this...
The System window appears. 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 Sleep mode). 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Installed memory (RAM) is connected to the login in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. In this...
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... (monitor) port Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. To enable/disable the touch pad, 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 see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad...
... (monitor) port Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. To enable/disable the touch pad, 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 see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad...
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... HDMI™ cable. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port HDM™I Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to 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. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor...
... HDMI™ cable. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port HDM™I Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to 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. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor...
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... service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. 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 residence (e.g., European Union). It alerts users...
... service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. 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 residence (e.g., European Union). It alerts users...
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... of removed apps is not working 137 ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. 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...
... of removed apps is not working 137 ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. 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...
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... adaptor and power cord/cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see "Changing the main battery" on page 95). If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, the battery may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? If you added a device, such as it usually does. Is the display power set to turn on the most recent software and hardware options for your Power Plans (see...
... adaptor and power cord/cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see "Changing the main battery" on page 95). If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, the battery may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? If you added a device, such as it usually does. Is the display power set to turn on the most recent software and hardware options for your Power Plans (see...
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... control button, then clicking Personalize. If you through the display options. To do this does not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display and then Change display settings to activate the screen. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using the built-in screen, make...
... control button, then clicking Personalize. If you through the display options. To do this does not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display and then Change display settings to activate the screen. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using the built-in screen, make...
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... Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on page 154). No additional software is required. For additional Help, while in case the internal storage drive fails. Search for your important files to back up files". Fortunately, the Windows® operating system offers a convenient way to optical disc drives, or hard drives. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Since problems...
... Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on page 154). No additional software is required. For additional Help, while in case the internal storage drive fails. Search for your important files to back up files". Fortunately, the Windows® operating system offers a convenient way to optical disc drives, or hard drives. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Since problems...
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.... hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. internal device-See device. See also World Wide Web. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also HDMI. Compare software. Compare non-interlaced. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of a computer system. 175 Glossary hardware-The physical components of keys that represents a function, file, or program. See also Sleep, Suspend. Interlaced monitors take...
.... hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. internal device-See device. See also World Wide Web. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also HDMI. Compare software. Compare non-interlaced. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of a computer system. 175 Glossary hardware-The physical components of keys that represents a function, file, or program. See also Sleep, Suspend. Interlaced monitors take...
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... power cord/cable 43 power source 42 cooling fan adequate ventilation 40 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 156 desktop creating new icon 105 exploring the 105 icons 105 recycle bin 106 standard features 104, 105 Desktop Assist 114 Media & Entertainment tab 115 Support & Recovery tab 117 Tools & Utilities tab 116 Device Manager fixing a problem 140 directing display output 73 disabling touch pad 71 display troubleshooting 145 display devices external 71 display output settings 73 display, external adjusting...
... power cord/cable 43 power source 42 cooling fan adequate ventilation 40 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 156 desktop creating new icon 105 exploring the 105 icons 105 recycle bin 106 standard features 104, 105 Desktop Assist 114 Media & Entertainment tab 115 Support & Recovery tab 117 Tools & Utilities tab 116 Device Manager fixing a problem 140 directing display output 73 disabling touch pad 71 display troubleshooting 145 display devices external 71 display output settings 73 display, external adjusting...
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...troubleshooting 152 DVDs using 82 E eco power plan 97 eco Utility® 118 eject button optical disc drive 83 eject, optical disc drive 83 enabling touch pad 71 enabling/disabling touch pad 164 ENERGY STAR® 28 exploring desktop 105 Start screen 103 external display device HDMI™ Out port 71 RGB (monitor) port 71 external display, adjusting 74 F files backing up 78, 82 saving 82 Function Key 128 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 165 Function keys 164 display brightness 162 Help file 162 keyboard Function keys 165 media buttons 164 Output (Display switch) 163 volume...
...troubleshooting 152 DVDs using 82 E eco power plan 97 eco Utility® 118 eject button optical disc drive 83 eject, optical disc drive 83 enabling touch pad 71 enabling/disabling touch pad 164 ENERGY STAR® 28 exploring desktop 105 Start screen 103 external display device HDMI™ Out port 71 RGB (monitor) port 71 external display, adjusting 74 F files backing up 78, 82 saving 82 Function Key 128 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 165 Function keys 164 display brightness 162 Help file 162 keyboard Function keys 165 media buttons 164 Output (Display switch) 163 volume...
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... 88 power down shut down 46 power light 92 power management 90 optimum performance 90 power plans selecting power plan options 95 power saving options 95 precautions safety 38 printer troubleshooting 149 problem solving contacting Toshiba 159 Startup options 137 projector connecting 72 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 89 recording sounds 109 recovery creating recovery media 58 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 57 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 64 restoring from recovery media 60 Recovery Media Creator...
... 88 power down shut down 46 power light 92 power management 90 optimum performance 90 power plans selecting power plan options 95 power saving options 95 precautions safety 38 printer troubleshooting 149 problem solving contacting Toshiba 159 Startup options 137 projector connecting 72 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 89 recording sounds 109 recovery creating recovery media 58 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 57 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 64 restoring from recovery media 60 Recovery Media Creator...
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... 160 Toshiba accessories memory 48 TOSHIBA Application Installer 132 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 165 zooming out 165 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 161 touch pad using 67 touch screen 81 traveling tips 102 troubleshooting 144 AC power light is blinking 135 battery light is blinking 136 bookmarked site not found 139 checking device properties 140 computer will not start 134 contacting Toshiba 159 corrupted/damaged data files 148 data/entire system backup 156 Device Manager 140 display error message 145 display problems screen is...
... 160 Toshiba accessories memory 48 TOSHIBA Application Installer 132 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 165 zooming out 165 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 161 touch pad using 67 touch screen 81 traveling tips 102 troubleshooting 144 AC power light is blinking 135 battery light is blinking 136 bookmarked site not found 139 checking device properties 140 computer will not start 134 contacting Toshiba 159 corrupted/damaged data files 148 data/entire system backup 156 Device Manager 140 display error message 145 display problems screen is...