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... Toshiba 43 To Shut down your computer 44 To Restart your computer 44 To place your computer in Sleep mode 45 Adding optional external devices 46 Adding memory 46 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 46 Creating recovery media 48 Restoring from recovery media 50 Refresh your PC (with user's data 51 Reset your PC 53 Installing drivers and applications 56 Using the touch pad 57 Adjusting touch pad settings 59 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 60 Connecting an external device 60 Using external display devices 60 Selecting video cables...
... Toshiba 43 To Shut down your computer 44 To Restart your computer 44 To place your computer in Sleep mode 45 Adding optional external devices 46 Adding memory 46 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 46 Creating recovery media 48 Restoring from recovery media 50 Refresh your PC (with user's data 51 Reset your PC 53 Installing drivers and applications 56 Using the touch pad 57 Adjusting touch pad settings 59 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 60 Connecting an external device 60 Using external display devices 60 Selecting video cables...
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... 85 Windows® Store 87 Setting up for communications 88 Connecting your computer to a network ...........89 Exploring audio features 89 Recording sounds 89 Using external speakers or headphones............90 Using the Web Camera 90 Using the Memory card reader 91 Inserting memory media 91 Removing memory media 92 Chapter 5: Utilities 93 eco Utility 94 Password Utility 95 Using a supervisor password 95 Using a user password 97 Deleting a user password 98 System Settings 99 Sleep Utilities 100 USB Sleep and Charge 100 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......102 Power...
... 85 Windows® Store 87 Setting up for communications 88 Connecting your computer to a network ...........89 Exploring audio features 89 Recording sounds 89 Using external speakers or headphones............90 Using the Web Camera 90 Using the Memory card reader 91 Inserting memory media 91 Removing memory media 92 Chapter 5: Utilities 93 eco Utility 94 Password Utility 95 Using a supervisor password 95 Using a user password 97 Deleting a user password 98 System Settings 99 Sleep Utilities 100 USB Sleep and Charge 100 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......102 Power...
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24 Contents Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 131 Functions 131 Help file 132 Display brightness 132 Output (Display switch 133 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 134 Media buttons 134 Volume Mute 135 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............135 Keyboard Function keys 135 Zoom (Display resolution 135 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 136 Glossary 137 Index 152
24 Contents Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 131 Functions 131 Help file 132 Display brightness 132 Output (Display switch 133 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 134 Media buttons 134 Volume Mute 135 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............135 Keyboard Function keys 135 Zoom (Display resolution 135 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 136 Glossary 137 Index 152
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... you type. The on page 60. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the Windows Control Panel. See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on -screen pointer may seem to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. The touch pad settings are typing, the on the touch pad and then slide them apart. 59 (Sample Illustration) Zooming in /out Getting Started Using the touch pad Do the following : ❖ Try adjusting your typing technique...
... you type. The on page 60. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the Windows Control Panel. See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on -screen pointer may seem to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. The touch pad settings are typing, the on the touch pad and then slide them apart. 59 (Sample Illustration) Zooming in /out Getting Started Using the touch pad Do the following : ❖ Try adjusting your typing technique...
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... also connect the following type of computer For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. To 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 your computer. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. HDMI...
... also connect the following type of computer For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. To 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 your computer. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. HDMI...
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... computer Once you have connected an external display device, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. Getting Started 61 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can change the display output settings is connected): ❖ PC screen only ❖ Duplicate Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. The quickest way to change the display settings by pressing the ( ) + P keys, or by configuring the display properties settings. Briefly pause each time...
... computer Once you have connected an external display device, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. Getting Started 61 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can change the display output settings is connected): ❖ PC screen only ❖ Duplicate Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. The quickest way to change the display settings by pressing the ( ) + P keys, or by configuring the display properties settings. Briefly pause each time...
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... keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the keyboard and turns off . Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the Start screen...
... keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the keyboard and turns off . Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the Start screen...
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... change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Sleep Utilities-Allows you to enable or disable Sleep and Charge/Sleep and Music functions. ❖ Sleep and Charge-Allows you to charge USB compatible external devices ❖ Sleep and Music-Allows you to listen to music stored on a portable audio device using after starting in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it : 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings. 2 Click or touch System Settings. The System Settings screen...
... change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Sleep Utilities-Allows you to enable or disable Sleep and Charge/Sleep and Music functions. ❖ Sleep and Charge-Allows you to charge USB compatible external devices ❖ Sleep and Music-Allows you to listen to music stored on a portable audio device using after starting in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it : 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings. 2 Click or touch System Settings. The System Settings screen...
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104 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. These settings turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable each notification. 4 Click or touch Close.
104 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. These settings turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable each notification. 4 Click or touch Close.
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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 (approximately 3 MB or less per year). Subject to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the computer's internal storage drive. The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or...
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 (approximately 3 MB or less per year). Subject to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the computer's internal storage drive. The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or...
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... Settings ( ) charm. 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Click or touch Restart Now under Advanced Startup. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. If you experience any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start...
... Settings ( ) charm. 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Click or touch Restart Now under Advanced Startup. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. If you experience any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start...
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...; operating system is not working You now have several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change ❖ Your computer settings will be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is saved to your desktop For more information, see "Refresh your PC (with another set of removed apps is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific...
...; operating system is not working You now have several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change ❖ Your computer settings will be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is saved to your desktop For more information, see "Refresh your PC (with another set of removed apps is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific...
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... cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on your keyboard driver. The screen does not look correct. If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 117 Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that came with the computer. The keyboard you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power...
... cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on your keyboard driver. The screen does not look correct. If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 117 Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that came with the computer. The keyboard you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power...
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... browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Most 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 or touch Save backup copies of your data. If anything , use the System Restore utility to (or...
... browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Most 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 or touch Save backup copies of your data. If anything , use the System Restore utility to (or...
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... change. See also Sleep, Suspend. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. Compare software. interlaced-A method of refreshing a computer screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to the internal storage drive...
... change. See also Sleep, Suspend. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. Compare software. interlaced-A method of refreshing a computer screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to the internal storage drive...
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... adaptor 39 AC power 73 AC power light 39 accessing network 89 adding optional external devices 46 adding memory 46 adequate ventilation cooling fan 38 adjusting touch pad settings 59 app, starting 68 App, starting from Start screen 68 apps starting from Start screen 68 audio features 89 B backing up files 65, 69 Backlit keyboard 66 battery battery life 72 care 81 152 changing 80 charge indicator light 41 charge time 73 charger 73 charging 42, 73 charging the real-time clock...
... adaptor 39 AC power 73 AC power light 39 accessing network 89 adding optional external devices 46 adding memory 46 adequate ventilation cooling fan 38 adjusting touch pad settings 59 app, starting 68 App, starting from Start screen 68 apps starting from Start screen 68 audio features 89 B backing up files 65, 69 Backlit keyboard 66 battery battery life 72 care 81 152 changing 80 charge indicator light 41 charge time 73 charger 73 charging 42, 73 charging the real-time clock...
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... 84, 85 Device Manager fixing a problem 114 directing display output 61 disabling touch pad 60 display troubleshooting 118 display devices external 60 display output settings 61 display, external adjusting 62 disposal information 18 disposing of your computer 81 documentation 29 E eco power plan 80 eco Utility® 94 enabling touch pad 60 enabling/disabling touch pad 134 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 85 Start screen 83 external display device HDMI™ Out port 60 external display, adjusting 62 F files backing up 65, 69 saving 69 Function Key 104 Function Keys
... 84, 85 Device Manager fixing a problem 114 directing display output 61 disabling touch pad 60 display troubleshooting 118 display devices external 60 display output settings 61 display, external adjusting 62 disposal information 18 disposing of your computer 81 documentation 29 E eco power plan 80 eco Utility® 94 enabling touch pad 60 enabling/disabling touch pad 134 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 85 Start screen 83 external display device HDMI™ Out port 60 external display, adjusting 62 F files backing up 65, 69 saving 69 Function Key 104 Function Keys
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... first time 43 internal storage drive recovery 46 K keyboard function keys 66 special Windows® keys 66 troubleshooting 117 using 65 keys function keys 66 L LEDs system indicator lights 76 AC adaptor light 75 AC power light 39, 41 battery light 41, 42 Web Camera light 90 Licenses 17 M maintaining your battery 81 Memory card reader inserting memory media 91 removing memory media 92 using 91 microphone using 89 monitor problems troubleshooting 117 monitoring battery power 75 mouse properties 68 moving the computer 63 N network accessing 89 connecting your computer 89 networking wireless 88...
... first time 43 internal storage drive recovery 46 K keyboard function keys 66 special Windows® keys 66 troubleshooting 117 using 65 keys function keys 66 L LEDs system indicator lights 76 AC adaptor light 75 AC power light 39, 41 battery light 41, 42 Web Camera light 90 Licenses 17 M maintaining your battery 81 Memory card reader inserting memory media 91 removing memory media 92 using 91 microphone using 89 monitor problems troubleshooting 117 monitoring battery power 75 mouse properties 68 moving the computer 63 N network accessing 89 connecting your computer 89 networking wireless 88...
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... Monitor 105 Platinum Service & Support options 29 port HDMI™ 60 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 40 cord/cable 41 cord/cable connectors 136 energy-saving features 71 power down shut down 44 power light 76 power management 73 optimum performance 73 power plans selecting power plan options 79 power saving options 78 precautions safety 36 printer troubleshooting 121 problem solving contacting Toshiba 129 Startup options 111 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 72 recording sounds 89 recovery creating recovery media 48 installing drivers...
... Monitor 105 Platinum Service & Support options 29 port HDMI™ 60 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 40 cord/cable 41 cord/cable connectors 136 energy-saving features 71 power down shut down 44 power light 76 power management 73 optimum performance 73 power plans selecting power plan options 79 power saving options 78 precautions safety 36 printer troubleshooting 121 problem solving contacting Toshiba 129 Startup options 111 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 72 recording sounds 89 recovery creating recovery media 48 installing drivers...
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... hard disk drive is slow 120 high-pitched noise 121 installing hardware/software 126 keyboard 117 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 119 power and batteries 115 printer 121 restore points 124 screen does not look correct/ flickers 117 slow Internet connection 113 sound system 120 trouble running programs 120 URL address not found 114 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 128 USB Wakeup function does not work 128 Windows® operating system not working 111 wireless networking 122 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use...
... hard disk drive is slow 120 high-pitched noise 121 installing hardware/software 126 keyboard 117 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 119 power and batteries 115 printer 121 restore points 124 screen does not look correct/ flickers 117 slow Internet connection 113 sound system 120 trouble running programs 120 URL address not found 114 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 128 USB Wakeup function does not work 128 Windows® operating system not working 111 wireless networking 122 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use...