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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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... to change without notice. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed 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. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com...
... to change without notice. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed 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. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com...
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... the module(s) to cool to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. 48 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You may also be hot. Failure to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 48) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices...
... the module(s) to cool to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. 48 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You may also be hot. Failure to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 48) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices...
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... Settings ( ) Charm. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen click the Power ( ) icon. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use light are off the computer. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Slot A. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down the Windows® operating...
... Settings ( ) Charm. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen click the Power ( ) icon. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use light are off the computer. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Slot A. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down the Windows® operating...
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... mode. 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. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to remove a memory module...
... mode. 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. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to remove a memory module...
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... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on . Back of the above cases, the 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 a 30-degree angle and slide it out of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery...
... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on . Back of the above cases, the 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 a 30-degree angle and slide it out of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery...
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... adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for...
... adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for...
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... 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" on the external device (if applicable). To do one of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI or RGB port, please refer to your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI®-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI® Out port* ❖ An external monitor...
... 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" on the external device (if applicable). To do one of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI or RGB port, please refer to your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI®-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI® Out port* ❖ An external monitor...
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... 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 to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on left side of the cable to your television or display device. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port HDMI® Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device...
... 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 to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on left side of the cable to your television or display device. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port HDMI® Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device...
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... diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. 130 Utilities PC Health Monitor PC Health Monitor The PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by uninstalling the software via pop-up messages. 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...
... diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. 130 Utilities PC Health Monitor PC Health Monitor The PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by uninstalling the software via pop-up messages. 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...
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... 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. There are removed ❖ A list of your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
... 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. There are removed ❖ A list of your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
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... update your software using the internal storage drive more keyboard error messages. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. If the battery light is charging. If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, let the computer continue charging the battery for as long as a memory module, that came with the keyboard or to turn on the computer. You may have connected an external keyboard...
... update your software using the internal storage drive more keyboard error messages. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. If the battery light is charging. If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, let the computer continue charging the battery for as long as a memory module, that came with the keyboard or to turn on the computer. You may have connected an external keyboard...
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... a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly plugged into effect. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for each of keyboard. The screen does not look correct. Click Display and then Change display settings to make...
... a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly plugged into effect. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for each of keyboard. The screen does not look correct. Click Display and then Change display settings to make...
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... in case the internal storage drive fails. Click Control Panel from optical discs. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. External optical disc writers are a few tips to back up your files. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system The...
... in case the internal storage drive fails. Click Control Panel from optical discs. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. External optical disc writers are a few tips to back up your files. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system The...
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... using a pointing device such as a mouse. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that represents a function, file, or program. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare software...
... using a pointing device such as a mouse. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that represents a function, file, or program. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare software...
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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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..., 141 Sleep and Charge 123 Sleep mode 47 software Setup Wizard 45 sounds recording 109 speakers using external 110 Start screen exploring the 103 starting an app 81 starting an app from Start screen 81 Startup menu problem solving 137 supervisor password, deleting 120 supervisor password, set up 119 system indicator lights AC power 41 drive in-use indicator 83 LEDs 43, 44, 92, 110 System Settings 122 T taking care of battery 100 taskbar 106 television adjusting display 74 Tiles Start screen 105 tips...
..., 141 Sleep and Charge 123 Sleep mode 47 software Setup Wizard 45 sounds recording 109 speakers using external 110 Start screen exploring the 103 starting an app 81 starting an app from Start screen 81 Startup menu problem solving 137 supervisor password, deleting 120 supervisor password, set up 119 system indicator lights AC power 41 drive in-use indicator 83 LEDs 43, 44, 92, 110 System Settings 122 T taking care of battery 100 taskbar 106 television adjusting display 74 Tiles Start screen 105 tips...