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... other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-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.
... other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-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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... password 86 Using a user password 88 Deleting a user password 89 System Settings 90 Sleep and Charge 91 USB Sleep and Charge 91 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge........92 Power supply mode settings 93 TOSHIBA function key 94 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 95 PC Health Monitor 96 Recovery Media Creator 97 Service Station 97 TOSHIBA Application Installer 98 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 99 Problems that are easy to fix 99 Problems when you turn on the computer............100 The Windows® operating...
... password 86 Using a user password 88 Deleting a user password 89 System Settings 90 Sleep and Charge 91 USB Sleep and Charge 91 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge........92 Power supply mode settings 93 TOSHIBA function key 94 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 95 PC Health Monitor 96 Recovery Media Creator 97 Service Station 97 TOSHIBA Application Installer 98 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 99 Problems that are easy to fix 99 Problems when you turn on the computer............100 The Windows® operating...
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... the battery 106 Keyboard problems 106 Display problems 107 Disk or storage drive problems 108 Error-checking 108 Optical disc drive problems 110 Sound system problems 112 Printer problems 113 Wireless networking problems 114 DVD and Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems.........115 Develop good computing habits 116 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 117 If you need further assistance 122 Contacting Toshiba 122 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 122 Toshiba's worldwide offices 123 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys...
... the battery 106 Keyboard problems 106 Display problems 107 Disk or storage drive problems 108 Error-checking 108 Optical disc drive problems 110 Sound system problems 112 Printer problems 113 Wireless networking problems 114 DVD and Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems.........115 Develop good computing habits 116 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 117 If you need further assistance 122 Contacting Toshiba 122 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 122 Toshiba's worldwide offices 123 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys...
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... 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. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8. Introduction This guide 19 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated.
... 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. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8. Introduction This guide 19 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated.
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... option allows you restore your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with user's data)" on page 41. A recovery image of your computer is strongly recommended that you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery media. NOTE When you to refresh your system without losing your data. For more information, see "Backing up your work...
... option allows you restore your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with user's data)" on page 41. A recovery image of your computer is strongly recommended that you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery media. NOTE When you to refresh your system without losing your data. For more information, see "Backing up your work...
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... key immediately after pressing the power button. Any files that you will know in the set sequentially (for your system, you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from recovery media The recovery process deletes information stored on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your recovery media. Getting Started 43 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE If you are copying the recovery files to DVDs, be sure to label each DVD...
... key immediately after pressing the power button. Any files that you will know in the set sequentially (for your system, you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from recovery media The recovery process deletes information stored on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your recovery media. Getting Started 43 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE If you are copying the recovery files to DVDs, be sure to label each DVD...
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... Basics 55 Using the wireless mouse Replacing the batteries Batteries are required to handle it, and discard it immediately. The battery light glows red when the battery power is cracked, put on protective gloves to power the wireless mouse. Always dispose of used battery packs in serious injury. If a battery is leaking or its case is low. Mouse ON/OFF switch Connect button Battery cover (Sample Illustration) Mouse underside 2 Slide the mouse ON/OFF switch on...
... Basics 55 Using the wireless mouse Replacing the batteries Batteries are required to handle it, and discard it immediately. The battery light glows red when the battery power is cracked, put on protective gloves to power the wireless mouse. Always dispose of used battery packs in serious injury. If a battery is leaking or its case is low. Mouse ON/OFF switch Connect button Battery cover (Sample Illustration) Mouse underside 2 Slide the mouse ON/OFF switch on...
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... a network You can use the F12 key. Connecting your computer to sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. For help with an optional wireless LAN module. Accessing a network To access a network, connect an Ethernet cable to the Network port (RJ45) on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to record sounds using one of electronic devices without the need for cables. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use your computer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator...
... a network You can use the F12 key. Connecting your computer to sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. For help with an optional wireless LAN module. Accessing a network To access a network, connect an Ethernet cable to the Network port (RJ45) on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to record sounds using one of electronic devices without the need for cables. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use your computer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator...
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... Start screen begin typing System Settings, or while in Sleep mode, press the ( ) + P keys to toggle the display. ❖ General-This tab allows you to view the current BIOS version or change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system ❖ Boot Speed-Reduces the time needed for the keyboard. 90 Utilities System Settings System Settings System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating...
... Start screen begin typing System Settings, or while in Sleep mode, press the ( ) + P keys to toggle the display. ❖ General-This tab allows you to view the current BIOS version or change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system ❖ Boot Speed-Reduces the time needed for the keyboard. 90 Utilities System Settings System Settings System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating...
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... on the computer's 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, AC adaptor, LCD, HDD, sound volume, and USB information), date of residence (e.g., European Union). It may use this information for various devices). Additionally, TOSHIBA may also be transferred to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms...
... on the computer's 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, AC adaptor, LCD, HDD, sound volume, and USB information), date of residence (e.g., European Union). It may use this information for various devices). Additionally, TOSHIBA may also be transferred to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms...
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... time to their defaults. ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are removed. ❖ A list of your desktop. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the Startup menu to troubleshoot the operating system and/or its settings. You now have several options to your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from discs or Web sites are...
... time to their defaults. ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are removed. ❖ A list of your desktop. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the Startup menu to troubleshoot the operating system and/or its settings. You now have several options to your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from discs or Web sites are...
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... created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will automatically look for advanced users. Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to reset your current video driver at which it was performing properly. 102 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Reset your computer ❖ All of...
... created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will automatically look for advanced users. Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to reset your current video driver at which it was performing properly. 102 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Reset your computer ❖ All of...
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... errors that appear in case the new version is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. Shut down option Power button (Sample Image) Shut down 4 While holding the Shift key, click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Check for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the dialog box vary from one device to the device. Memory problems...
... errors that appear in case the new version is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. Shut down option Power button (Sample Image) Shut down 4 While holding the Shift key, click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Check for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the dialog box vary from one device to the device. Memory problems...
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... and its software work together. If something goes wrong that come with the computer. Take advantage of self-help books you can do this: ❖ Use the Windows® operating system to back up files or your entire computer to an optical disc, USB drive, or external hard disk. ❖ Copy files to a rewritable external storage device. ❖ Connect your computer to the office network and...
... and its software work together. If something goes wrong that come with the computer. Take advantage of self-help books you can do this: ❖ Use the Windows® operating system to back up files or your entire computer to an optical disc, USB drive, or external hard disk. ❖ Copy files to a rewritable external storage device. ❖ Connect your computer to the office network and...
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...-establish your Windows® configuration using the System Restore utility: 1 From the Start screen, type Control. 118 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Saving system configuration with the current date and time, and displays a message that appears. 2 Click System and Security, and then System. 3 In the left pane, click System Protection. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software, you can...
...-establish your Windows® configuration using the System Restore utility: 1 From the Start screen, type Control. 118 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Saving system configuration with the current date and time, and displays a message that appears. 2 Click System and Security, and then System. 3 In the left pane, click System Protection. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software, you can...
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... to add to your back up critical data. If the device is connected first, it was in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Always restart the Windows® operating system after each successive installation. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
... to add to your back up critical data. If the device is connected first, it was in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Always restart the Windows® operating system after each successive installation. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
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... when you start it is one example of applications and data. This type of some operation on a screen. software-See application. ROM (Read-Only Memory)-Non-volatile memory that allows you turn off . Compare hardware. 140 Glossary reboot-See boot, restart. Compare RAM. See also BIOS, memory. shortcut-See keyboard shortcut. solid state drive -A data storage device that utilizes solid-state memory as the number of the images that can be removed from...
... when you start it is one example of applications and data. This type of some operation on a screen. software-See application. ROM (Read-Only Memory)-Non-volatile memory that allows you turn off . Compare hardware. 140 Glossary reboot-See boot, restart. Compare RAM. See also BIOS, memory. shortcut-See keyboard shortcut. solid state drive -A data storage device that utilizes solid-state memory as the number of the images that can be removed from...
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... Media & Entertainment tab 82 Support & Recovery tab 84 Tools & Utilities tab 83 Device Manager fixing a problem 104 display devices external 50 disposal information 11 DVD removing with computer off 65 removing with computer on 65 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ player troubleshooting 115 DVDs using 60 E eco power plan 69 eco Utility® 85 eject button optical disc drive 62 eject, optical disc drive 62 exploring desktop 72 Start screen 70 F files backing up 53, 60 saving 59 Function keys disabling or enabling wireless devices...
... Media & Entertainment tab 82 Support & Recovery tab 84 Tools & Utilities tab 83 Device Manager fixing a problem 104 display devices external 50 disposal information 11 DVD removing with computer off 65 removing with computer on 65 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ player troubleshooting 115 DVDs using 60 E eco power plan 69 eco Utility® 85 eject button optical disc drive 62 eject, optical disc drive 62 exploring desktop 72 Start screen 70 F files backing up 53, 60 saving 59 Function keys disabling or enabling wireless devices...
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... setting a user 88 supervisor password 86 user password 86 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 95 PC Health Monitor 96 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 26 cord/cable 26 cord/cable connectors 127 energy-saving features 66 turning on 28 power button 28 power management 66 optimum performance 66 power plans selecting power plan options 68 precautions safety 23 printer troubleshooting 113 problem solving contacting Toshiba 122 Startup options 101 R recording sounds 76 recovery creating recovery media 41 installing drivers and applications 49 internal storage drive...
... setting a user 88 supervisor password 86 user password 86 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 95 PC Health Monitor 96 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 26 cord/cable 26 cord/cable connectors 127 energy-saving features 66 turning on 28 power button 28 power management 66 optimum performance 66 power plans selecting power plan options 68 precautions safety 23 printer troubleshooting 113 problem solving contacting Toshiba 122 Startup options 101 R recording sounds 76 recovery creating recovery media 41 installing drivers and applications 49 internal storage drive...
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... resume failure 100 Error-checking 108 external keyboard 107 good computing habits 116 hard disk drive is slow 109 high-pitched noise 113 installing hardware/software 120 keyboard 106 keyboard will not respond 100 memory problems 105 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 108 online content, Blu-ray Disc™ 111 on-screen eject button 111 optical disc drive 110 power and battery 106 printer 113 restore points 118 screen does not look correct/ flickers 107 slow Internet connection 103 sound...
... resume failure 100 Error-checking 108 external keyboard 107 good computing habits 116 hard disk drive is slow 109 high-pitched noise 113 installing hardware/software 120 keyboard 106 keyboard will not respond 100 memory problems 105 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 108 online content, Blu-ray Disc™ 111 on-screen eject button 111 optical disc drive 110 power and battery 106 printer 113 restore points 118 screen does not look correct/ flickers 107 slow Internet connection 103 sound...