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For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 116 in this Web site, you need assistance: Technical support is available online at Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Satellite®/Satellite Pro® C40/C50/C70-B Series User's Guide If you will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads. At this guide. GMAD00395011 05/14
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.... Model: Satellite®/Satellite Pro® C40/C50/C70-B Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE...
.... Model: Satellite®/Satellite Pro® C40/C50/C70-B Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE...
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... co-located with this model properly, read the User's Guide carefully and keep it does not emit RF field in serious injury. The RF device shall not be exposed to disassemble, adjust or repair an optical disc drive. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any other...laser light or other transmitter that has not been tested with any repair or adjustment is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) Canada - 9 Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions NOTE This section is located or pointed such ...
... co-located with this model properly, read the User's Guide carefully and keep it does not emit RF field in serious injury. The RF device shall not be exposed to disassemble, adjust or repair an optical disc drive. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any other...laser light or other transmitter that has not been tested with any repair or adjustment is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) Canada - 9 Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions NOTE This section is located or pointed such ...
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... in Sleep mode 44 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory 45 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 45 Creating recovery media 46 Restoring from recovery media 49 Refresh your PC (with user's data 50 Reset your PC 52 Installing drivers and applications 55 Using the touch pad 56 Adjusting touch pad settings 58 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 59 Connecting an external device 59 Using external display devices 60 Selecting video cables 60 Connecting an...
... in Sleep mode 44 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory 45 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 45 Creating recovery media 46 Restoring from recovery media 49 Refresh your PC (with user's data 50 Reset your PC 52 Installing drivers and applications 55 Using the touch pad 56 Adjusting touch pad settings 58 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 59 Connecting an external device 59 Using external display devices 60 Selecting video cables 60 Connecting an...
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... a problem with Device Manager 123 Checking device properties 123 Power and the batteries 124 Keyboard problems 126 Display problems 126 Disk or storage drive problems 128 Error-checking 128 Optical disc drive problems 130 Sound system problems 131 Printer problems 131 Wireless networking problems 132 DVD operating problems 134 Develop good computing habits 135 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 136 If you need further assistance 140 Contacting Toshiba...
... a problem with Device Manager 123 Checking device properties 123 Power and the batteries 124 Keyboard problems 126 Display problems 126 Disk or storage drive problems 128 Error-checking 128 Optical disc drive problems 130 Sound system problems 131 Printer problems 131 Wireless networking problems 132 DVD operating problems 134 Develop good computing habits 135 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 136 If you need further assistance 140 Contacting Toshiba...
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... interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows 8.1. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com.
... interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows 8.1. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com.
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... make a back up your work" on -screen instructions to external media before executing this folder during the Refresh process. All of your data to complete the recovery process. When the process is executed all data on your computer's internal storage drive: TECHNICAL NOTE: Your data will be copied into the backup folder. Refresh your PC (with user's data) Using "Refresh your PC" recovers your Windows® installation...
... make a back up your work" on -screen instructions to external media before executing this folder during the Refresh process. All of your data to complete the recovery process. When the process is executed all data on your computer's internal storage drive: TECHNICAL NOTE: Your data will be copied into the backup folder. Refresh your PC (with user's data) Using "Refresh your PC" recovers your Windows® installation...
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... Windows Control Panel. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device (if applicable). The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that it is enabled by computer model. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. To distinguish these ports, please look for the blue inset within the USB...
... Windows Control Panel. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device (if applicable). The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that it is enabled by computer model. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. To distinguish these ports, please look for the blue inset within the USB...
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112 Utilities System Settings ❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to set conditions for SATA ❖ USB-Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation and internal USB 3.0 controller
112 Utilities System Settings ❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to set conditions for SATA ❖ USB-Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation and internal USB 3.0 controller
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... Utilities Recovery Media Creator Recovery Media Creator The Recovery Media Creator utility enables you wish. For detailed information on using the utility to its out-of-box state, if necessary. Service Station The Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for your system to create recovery media, see "Creating recovery...
... Utilities Recovery Media Creator Recovery Media Creator The Recovery Media Creator utility enables you wish. For detailed information on using the utility to its out-of-box state, if necessary. Service Station The Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for your system to create recovery media, see "Creating recovery...
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... start properly, you may need to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are retained ❖ Apps you experience any of expertise with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in from...
... start properly, you may need to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are retained ❖ Apps you experience any of expertise with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in from...
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... during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Advanced options Choosing this option presents you with another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows®...
... during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Advanced options Choosing this option presents you with another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows®...
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... fragmented. This is probably a configuration problem. The Error Checking box appears. If you are damaged or corrupted. The system will alert you if you can scan by clicking or touching Scan drive. Refer to recover lost data using your computer for errors you need to display the Start screen. Your hard disk seems very slow. Consult your files may have been using utility software.
... fragmented. This is probably a configuration problem. The Error Checking box appears. If you are damaged or corrupted. The system will alert you if you can scan by clicking or touching Scan drive. Refer to recover lost data using your computer for errors you need to display the Start screen. Your hard disk seems very slow. Consult your files may have been using utility software.
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... any error messages - For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the same network, verify that it has network access, and can connect to verify that the driver is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the computer has a useful IP address - To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your connection problem disappears, the problem...
... any error messages - For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the same network, verify that it has network access, and can connect to verify that the driver is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the computer has a useful IP address - To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your connection problem disappears, the problem...
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... and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned. 5 From the Start screen, type Computer. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. Problems with your selection. Change the setting for instructions on using the following steps: 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is...
... and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned. 5 From the Start screen, type Computer. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. Problems with your selection. Change the setting for instructions on using the following steps: 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is...
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... Windows® operating system after each installation, even if the installation utility does not prompt you will clean up anything , use the System Restore utility to complete the installation successfully. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to run an installation utility first - If the device is often necessary to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives...
... Windows® operating system after each installation, even if the installation utility does not prompt you will clean up anything , use the System Restore utility to complete the installation successfully. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to run an installation utility first - If the device is often necessary to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives...
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... perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. 163 Glossary system prompt-The symbol (in the MS-DOS® operating system, generally a drive letter followed by a "greater than an external hard drive because they do not contain any internal moving parts, but have less storage capacity. Touch-To activate items displayed on -screen buttons by touching them . USB Flash drive-A small, portable flash memory card that supports data transfer...
... perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. 163 Glossary system prompt-The symbol (in the MS-DOS® operating system, generally a drive letter followed by a "greater than an external hard drive because they do not contain any internal moving parts, but have less storage capacity. Touch-To activate items displayed on -screen buttons by touching them . USB Flash drive-A small, portable flash memory card that supports data transfer...
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... lock 64 computer will not start troubleshooting 117 computing habits troubleshooting 135 computing tips 65 connecting AC adaptor 39 AC adaptor cord to (DC-IN) 40 computer to a network 99 external device 59 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 60 monitor 61 power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 38 customize computer settings 62 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 138 desktop creating new...
... lock 64 computer will not start troubleshooting 117 computing habits troubleshooting 135 computing tips 65 connecting AC adaptor 39 AC adaptor cord to (DC-IN) 40 computer to a network 99 external device 59 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 60 monitor 61 power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 38 customize computer settings 62 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 138 desktop creating new...
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... Initial setup using your computer for the first time 41 installing a charged battery 88 internal storage drive recovery 45 K keyboard function keys 67 special Windows® keys 68 troubleshooting 126 using 66 keys function keys 67 L LEDs system indicator lights 81 AC adaptor light 80 AC power light 39, 40 battery light 40 Web Camera light 101 Licenses 18 lock computer, using 64...
... Initial setup using your computer for the first time 41 installing a charged battery 88 internal storage drive recovery 45 K keyboard function keys 67 special Windows® keys 68 troubleshooting 126 using 66 keys function keys 67 L LEDs system indicator lights 81 AC adaptor light 80 AC power light 39, 40 battery light 40 Web Camera light 101 Licenses 18 lock computer, using 64...
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... 36 printer troubleshooting 131 problem solving contacting Toshiba 141 Startup options 120 projector connecting 61 R recording sounds 99 recovery creating recovery media 46 installing drivers and applications 55 internal storage drive 45 refresh your PC 50 reset your PC 52 restoring from recovery media 49 Recovery Media Creator 114 recycle bin icon 96 refresh your PC with user's data 50 registering computer 42 removing an optical...
... 36 printer troubleshooting 131 problem solving contacting Toshiba 141 Startup options 120 projector connecting 61 R recording sounds 99 recovery creating recovery media 46 installing drivers and applications 55 internal storage drive 45 refresh your PC 50 reset your PC 52 restoring from recovery media 49 Recovery Media Creator 114 recycle bin icon 96 refresh your PC with user's data 50 registering computer 42 removing an optical...