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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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... Series. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to find specific information. 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 support.toshiba.com. 30 Introduction This guide...
... Series. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to find specific information. 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 support.toshiba.com. 30 Introduction This guide...
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...) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on the underside of the computer. After starting your software. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. See "Setting up your software" on page 45. See "Setting up your software" on page 45. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot. The surrounding...
...) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on the underside of the computer. After starting your software. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. See "Setting up your software" on page 45. See "Setting up your software" on page 45. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot. The surrounding...
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... Slot A. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the correct size that is to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. If you install or remove a memory module...
... Slot A. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the correct size that is to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. If you install or remove a memory module...
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... memory module. NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to the computer, including the AC adaptor. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to 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...
... memory module. NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to the computer, including the AC adaptor. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to 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...
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..., 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 remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 99. 6 Turn the computer right side up the next time you must remove the top module first before restarting the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure...
..., 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 remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 99. 6 Turn the computer right side up the next time you must remove the top module first before restarting the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure...
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... 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 the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. The System window appears. Using your computer...
... 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 the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. The System window appears. Using your computer...
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... 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 the external device (if applicable). You can also connect the following types of the following: ❖ Press the touch pad ON/OFF ( ) button. ❖ Press F5. Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI®...
... 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 the external device (if applicable). You can also connect the following types of the following: ❖ Press the touch pad ON/OFF ( ) button. ❖ Press F5. Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI®...
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... 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 the HDMI® Out port, you first need a larger screen. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port HDMI® Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Connecting an HDMI®-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI...
... 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 the HDMI® Out port, you first need a larger screen. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port HDMI® Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Connecting an HDMI®-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI...
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... Utilities PC Health Monitor PC Health Monitor The PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your TOSHIBA computer. Additionally, TOSHIBA may disable the PC Health Monitor at any way. 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...
... Utilities PC Health Monitor PC Health Monitor The PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your TOSHIBA computer. Additionally, TOSHIBA may disable the PC Health Monitor at any way. 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...
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... screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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 the lower right corner of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly...
... screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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 the lower right corner of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly...
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... the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. The battery appears not to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to the documentation that takes its useful life. Try replacing it again. This is glowing after 20 minutes, the battery may need to be replaced. Was the battery fully charged to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. Keyboard problems NOTE To capture a print screen...
... the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. The battery appears not to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to the documentation that takes its useful life. Try replacing it again. This is glowing after 20 minutes, the battery may need to be replaced. Was the battery fully charged to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. Keyboard problems NOTE To capture a print screen...
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... using a different make sure the display priority is blank. For more information, see the Windows® online Help. 144 If Something Goes Wrong Display problems The keyboard you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is not set for the builtin screen. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change...
... using a different make sure the display priority is blank. For more information, see the Windows® online Help. 144 If Something Goes Wrong Display problems The keyboard you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is not set for the builtin screen. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change...
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... safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of your files with File History under the System and Security heading. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control...
... safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of your files with File History under the System and Security heading. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control...
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... memory. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. interlaced-A method of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to help improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. See also HDMI. internal device-See device. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. See also Sleep, Suspend. Compare software. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen...
... memory. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. interlaced-A method of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to help improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. See also HDMI. internal device-See device. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. See also Sleep, Suspend. Compare software. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen...
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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...