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.... and any use of such marks by Toshiba is a trademark of DTS, Inc. ©DTS, Inc. patents apply to provide such video. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or registered... registered trademarks of SD Card Association. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. All Rights Reserved. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Additional information may be implied for the personal and noncommercial use . The terms HDMI and HDMI High...
.... and any use of such marks by Toshiba is a trademark of DTS, Inc. ©DTS, Inc. patents apply to provide such video. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or registered... registered trademarks of SD Card Association. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. All Rights Reserved. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Additional information may be implied for the personal and noncommercial use . The terms HDMI and HDMI High...
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... 75 Using a computer lock 75 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 77 Computing tips 77 Using the keyboard 79 Function keys 80 Special Windows® keys 80 Backlit keyboard 80 Touch screen 81 Touch screen navigation 81 Mouse properties 82 Starting an app 82 Starting an app...optical media 87 Removing a disc with the computer on ......... 88 Removing a disc with the computer off ......... 89 Toshiba's online resources 89 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 90 Toshiba's energy-saver design 90 Running the computer on battery power 90 Battery Notice 91 Power management 92 Charging batteries 92 ...
... 75 Using a computer lock 75 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 77 Computing tips 77 Using the keyboard 79 Function keys 80 Special Windows® keys 80 Backlit keyboard 80 Touch screen 81 Touch screen navigation 81 Mouse properties 82 Starting an app 82 Starting an app...optical media 87 Removing a disc with the computer on ......... 88 Removing a disc with the computer off ......... 89 Toshiba's online resources 89 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 90 Toshiba's energy-saver design 90 Running the computer on battery power 90 Battery Notice 91 Power management 92 Charging batteries 92 ...
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... 5: Exploring Your Computer's Features.... 107 Exploring the Start screen 107 Charms 108 Tiles 109 Exploring the desktop 109 Finding your way around the desktop ......... 109 Windows® Store 111 Setting up for communications 112 Connecting your computer to a network ..... 113 Exploring audio features 113 Recording sounds 113 Using external speakers or...
... 5: Exploring Your Computer's Features.... 107 Exploring the Start screen 107 Charms 108 Tiles 109 Exploring the desktop 109 Finding your way around the desktop ......... 109 Windows® Store 111 Setting up for communications 112 Connecting your computer to a network ..... 113 Exploring audio features 113 Recording sounds 113 Using external speakers or...
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...133 Power supply mode settings 133 Sleep and Music 134 HDD Protection Utility 135 Function Key 136 Recovery Media Creator 137 Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 139 Problems that are easy to fix 139 Problems when you turn on the computer... ........ 140 The Windows® operating system is not working 142 Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 143 Internet problems 145 The Windows® operating system can help you 146 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 146 ...
...133 Power supply mode settings 133 Sleep and Music 134 HDD Protection Utility 135 Function Key 136 Recovery Media Creator 137 Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 139 Problems that are easy to fix 139 Problems when you turn on the computer... ........ 140 The Windows® operating system is not working 142 Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 143 Internet problems 145 The Windows® operating system can help you 146 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 146 ...
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... operating problems 159 Develop good computing habits 160 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system ........ 161 If you need further assistance 166 Contacting Toshiba 167 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 167 Toshiba's worldwide offices 167 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 169 Functions 169 Help file 170 Display brightness 170 Output (Display switch...
... operating problems 159 Develop good computing habits 160 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system ........ 161 If you need further assistance 166 Contacting Toshiba 167 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 167 Toshiba's worldwide offices 167 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 169 Functions 169 Help file 170 Display brightness 170 Output (Display switch...
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.... ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows 8. Your particular model may not have all subject to ensure the accuracy of publication to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of the information provided herein, product specifications...detailed information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to -date product information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit...
.... ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows 8. Your particular model may not have all subject to ensure the accuracy of publication to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of the information provided herein, product specifications...detailed information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to -date product information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit...
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Glare on your forearm area. Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the light intensity from windows by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be supported by using blinds. The forearms can be tilted so ...that the image on the screen is clear. ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your eyes. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 33 ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try...
Glare on your forearm area. Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the light intensity from windows by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be supported by using blinds. The forearms can be tilted so ...that the image on the screen is clear. ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your eyes. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 33 ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try...
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... the screen will dim and you turn on the display panel and be able to slowly open or close the display panel. Initial setup The Windows 8 Startup screen is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Follow the on-screen instructions on battery power...
... the screen will dim and you turn on the display panel and be able to slowly open or close the display panel. Initial setup The Windows 8 Startup screen is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Follow the on-screen instructions on battery power...
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Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software. Follow the onscreen instructions. Product registration can be completed by one of the screen or swipe in the Search field, type Registration. When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Search ( ) charm and, in ...from the right edge. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your pointer to the upper-right corner of three methods: 1 From the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com: Type in the requested information and complete the registration...
Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software. Follow the onscreen instructions. Product registration can be completed by one of the screen or swipe in the Search field, type Registration. When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Search ( ) charm and, in ...from the right edge. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your pointer to the upper-right corner of three methods: 1 From the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com: Type in the requested information and complete the registration...
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... is being accessed, you to lose your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. To Restart your computer 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper... data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key...
... is being accessed, you to lose your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. To Restart your computer 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper... data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key...
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If you power down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your computer in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Be sure to save your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen click or ...
If you power down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your computer in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Be sure to save your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen click or ...
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You will be lost. Allow the module(s) to cool to follow these directions could result in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. The surrounding area may also be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off ...
You will be lost. Allow the module(s) to cool to follow these directions could result in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. The surrounding area may also be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off ...
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... of the computer, and then place the computer upside down on . Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could hang up the next time you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can...
... of the computer, and then place the computer upside down on . Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could hang up the next time you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can...
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... surface before restarting the computer. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on a hard flat surface. The System window appears. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Getting Started Removing a memory module 55 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with any...
... surface before restarting the computer. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on a hard flat surface. The System window appears. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Getting Started Removing a memory module 55 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with any...
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If you to remove all data from your system and reinstall Windows®. Reset your PC This option allows you were trying to perform the action, click Continue; Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you ...want to allow you created. 56 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE From time to time, Windows® will use to restore your computer. If unsure, cancel and try again. See "Refresh your PC (with user's data) This option allows you to...
If you to remove all data from your system and reinstall Windows®. Reset your PC This option allows you were trying to perform the action, click Continue; Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you ...want to allow you created. 56 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE From time to time, Windows® will use to restore your computer. If unsure, cancel and try again. See "Refresh your PC (with user's data) This option allows you to...
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... that you have created to a new internal storage drive from your recovery media. Any files that you can restore your system to external media using Windows® or another backup program. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you created are not restored during this media. Getting Started Recovering the...
... that you have created to a new internal storage drive from your recovery media. Any files that you can restore your system to external media using Windows® or another backup program. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you created are not restored during this media. Getting Started Recovering the...
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... screen or swipe in the Search field, type Recovery Media Creator. When the Windows® charms appear click or touch the Search ( ) charm and, in from the right edge. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop...
... screen or swipe in the Search field, type Recovery Media Creator. When the Windows® charms appear click or touch the Search ( ) charm and, in from the right edge. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop...
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... computer while pressing the F12 key on DVDs, insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive. ❖ If your recovery files are using Windows® or another backup program. To recover your internal storage drive from recovery media: 1 Make sure your computer is complete, a message displays indicating that you...
... computer while pressing the F12 key on DVDs, insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive. ❖ If your recovery files are using Windows® or another backup program. To recover your internal storage drive from recovery media: 1 Make sure your computer is complete, a message displays indicating that you...
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...'s data) Using "Refresh your PC" recovers your internal storage drive to factory default state and attempts to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data backup. NOTE During the recovery process your computer must be retained. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your data... current directory structure will attempt to external media before executing the recovery. All of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear click or touch the Settings ( ) charm.
...'s data) Using "Refresh your PC" recovers your internal storage drive to factory default state and attempts to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data backup. NOTE During the recovery process your computer must be retained. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your data... current directory structure will attempt to external media before executing the recovery. All of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear click or touch the Settings ( ) charm.
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62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. The PC settings window appears. (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click or touch General. 5 Scroll down to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up . Be sure to save your work to "Refresh your PC without affecting your work" on page 84). The "Refresh your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Refresh your PC screen Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up your files," and click or touch Get Started.
62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. The PC settings window appears. (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click or touch General. 5 Scroll down to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up . Be sure to save your work to "Refresh your PC without affecting your work" on page 84). The "Refresh your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Refresh your PC screen Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up your files," and click or touch Get Started.