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... your computer 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 HDMI™-compatible television or display device 60 Connecting an external monitor or projector 61...
... your computer 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 HDMI™-compatible television or display device 60 Connecting an external monitor or projector 61...
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... 98 Connecting your computer to a network ....... 99 Exploring audio features 99 Recording sounds 99 Using external speakers or headphones ..... 100 Using the Web Camera 101 Using the Memory card reader 101 Inserting memory media 102 Removing memory media 102 Chapter 5: Utilities 104 eco Utility 105 Password Utility 106 Using a supervisor password 106 Using a user password 108 Deleting a user password 110 System Settings 111 Function Key 113 Recovery Media Creator 114 Service Station 114 TOSHIBA Application Installer 115 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 116 Problems that...
... 98 Connecting your computer to a network ....... 99 Exploring audio features 99 Recording sounds 99 Using external speakers or headphones ..... 100 Using the Web Camera 101 Using the Memory card reader 101 Inserting memory media 102 Removing memory media 102 Chapter 5: Utilities 104 eco Utility 105 Password Utility 106 Using a supervisor password 106 Using a user password 108 Deleting a user password 110 System Settings 111 Function Key 113 Recovery Media Creator 114 Service Station 114 TOSHIBA Application Installer 115 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 116 Problems that...
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... 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 141 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 141 Toshiba's worldwide offices 141 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 143 Functions 143 Help file 144 Display brightness 144 Output (Display switch 145 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 146 Media buttons 146 Volume Mute 147 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 147 Keyboard Function keys 147 Zoom (Display...
... 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 141 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 141 Toshiba's worldwide offices 141 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 143 Functions 143 Help file 144 Display brightness 144 Output (Display switch 145 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 146 Media buttons 146 Volume Mute 147 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 147 Keyboard Function keys 147 Zoom (Display...
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... specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 27 NOTE The product specifications...
... specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 27 NOTE The product specifications...
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... a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on your computer while pressing the F12 key on your work" on which type of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on page 46. To recover your internal storage drive from such media, if necessary. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on page 71. For instructions on creating recovery media, see "Backing up your keyboard...
... a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on your computer while pressing the F12 key on your work" on which type of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on page 46. To recover your internal storage drive from such media, if necessary. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on page 71. For instructions on creating recovery media, see "Backing up your keyboard...
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... you type. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by default. You can easily attach an external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that it does not respond to touch or button presses while you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port...
... you type. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by default. You can easily attach an external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that it does not respond to touch or button presses while you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port...
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... touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. Exploring audio features You can connect your computer to increase its capabilities and functionality. Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features 99 For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on certain models) or by connecting an optional external microphone. Connecting your computer to a network You can use an external microphone, connect it to sound files or audio CDs using the computer's internal microphones...
... touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. Exploring audio features You can connect your computer to increase its capabilities and functionality. Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features 99 For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on certain models) or by connecting an optional external microphone. Connecting your computer to a network You can use an external microphone, connect it to sound files or audio CDs using the computer's internal microphones...
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113 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. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close. 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.
113 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. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close. 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.
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.... To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. You now have several options to choose from discs or Web sites are retained ❖ Apps you experience any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
.... To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. You now have several options to choose from discs or Web sites are retained ❖ Apps you experience any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
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... set of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to use a Restore point to return the computer to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your PC" on 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® will automatically look for advanced users. Startup Settings...
... set of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to use a Restore point to return the computer to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your PC" on 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® will automatically look for advanced users. Startup Settings...
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... the display options. Try using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. Press any key to activate the screen. If this , press F4. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is normal for other product information. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Changing the main battery" on the most recent software and hardware options for an external monitor. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you connected may need to...
... the display options. Try using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. Press any key to activate the screen. If this , press F4. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is normal for other product information. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Changing the main battery" on the most recent software and hardware options for an external monitor. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you connected may need to...
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... the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start screen. The IP address for example, the other than the private address of your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Search field type Control Panel. Launch the Device Manager and carefully note any error messages - i.e., that it has network access, and can connect to the Internet...
... the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start screen. The IP address for example, the other than the private address of your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Search field type Control Panel. Launch the Device Manager and carefully note any error messages - i.e., that it has network access, and can connect to the Internet...
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... often necessary to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 138). ❖ Have your entire computer with restore points" on hand in case you need any changes that the installation utility left behind. 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 writers, scanners, etc.) and...
... often necessary to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 138). ❖ Have your entire computer with restore points" on hand in case you need any changes that the installation utility left behind. 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 writers, scanners, etc.) and...
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... TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Volume Mute This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables volume mute. When volume mute is OFF). Keyboard Function keys Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom out. Zoom (Display resolution) Fn+ [Space bar] This TOSHIBA Function key switches screen resolution. The wireless modes are: ❖ Disables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is ON). ❖ Enables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Disabling or enabling wireless devices This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables...
... TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Volume Mute This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables volume mute. When volume mute is OFF). Keyboard Function keys Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom out. Zoom (Display resolution) Fn+ [Space bar] This TOSHIBA Function key switches screen resolution. The wireless modes are: ❖ Disables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is ON). ❖ Enables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Disabling or enabling wireless devices This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables...
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... many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. The primary (or only) hard disk in digital format, providing better picture quality than some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used for voltages in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that...
... many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. The primary (or only) hard disk in digital format, providing better picture quality than some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used for voltages in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that...
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... power 79 AC power light 39 accessing network 99 adding memory 45 optional external devices 45 adequate ventilation cooling fan 38 adjusting touch pad settings 58 Advanced Startup options 120 app, starting 70 App, starting from Start screen 70 apps starting from Start screen 70 audio features 99 B backing up files 66, 71 battery battery life 78 Call2Recycle™ 91 164 care 89, 90 changing 86 charge indicator light 40 charge time 79 charger 79 charging 40, 79 conserving power 83 determine remaining power...
... power 79 AC power light 39 accessing network 99 adding memory 45 optional external devices 45 adequate ventilation cooling fan 38 adjusting touch pad settings 58 Advanced Startup options 120 app, starting 70 App, starting from Start screen 70 apps starting from Start screen 70 audio features 99 B backing up files 66, 71 battery battery life 78 Call2Recycle™ 91 164 care 89, 90 changing 86 charge indicator light 40 charge time 79 charger 79 charging 40, 79 conserving power 83 determine remaining power...
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... 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 icon 96 exploring the 95 icons 96 recycle bin 96 standard features 94, 95 Device Manager fixing a problem 123 directing display output 61 disabling touch pad 59 display troubleshooting 127 display devices external 60 display output settings 61 display, external adjusting 62 disposal information 19 disposing of used batteries 90 documentation 29 DVD removing...
... 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 icon 96 exploring the 95 icons 96 recycle bin 96 standard features 94, 95 Device Manager fixing a problem 123 directing display output 61 disabling touch pad 59 display troubleshooting 127 display devices external 60 display output settings 61 display, external adjusting 62 disposal information 19 disposing of used batteries 90 documentation 29 DVD removing...
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166 Index using 71 E eco power plan 85 eco Utility® 105 eject button optical disc drive 72 eject, optical disc drive 73 enabling touch pad 59 enabling/disabling touch pad 146 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 95 Start screen 93 external display device HDMI™ Out port 60 external display, adjusting 62 F files backing up 66, 71 saving 71 Function Key 113 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 147 Function keys 146 display brightness 144 Help file 144 keyboard Function keys 147 media buttons 146 Output (Display switch) 145 volume mute 147 Zoom...
166 Index using 71 E eco power plan 85 eco Utility® 105 eject button optical disc drive 72 eject, optical disc drive 73 enabling touch pad 59 enabling/disabling touch pad 146 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 95 Start screen 93 external display device HDMI™ Out port 60 external display, adjusting 62 F files backing up 66, 71 saving 71 Function Key 113 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 147 Function keys 146 display brightness 144 Help file 144 keyboard Function keys 147 media buttons 146 Output (Display switch) 145 volume mute 147 Zoom...
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... power plan options 84 video cables 60 Service Station 114 setting low battery notifications 82 setting up AC adaptor 39 communications 98 computer 38 software 42 work environment 30 settings customize computer settings 62 display output 61 Shut down computer 43, 44 icon 43, 44 Sleep mode 44 sounds recording 99 speakers using external 100 Start screen exploring the 93 starting an app 70 starting an app from Start screen 70 Startup menu problem solving 120 Startup options Advanced options...
... power plan options 84 video cables 60 Service Station 114 setting low battery notifications 82 setting up AC adaptor 39 communications 98 computer 38 software 42 work environment 30 settings customize computer settings 62 display output 61 Shut down computer 43, 44 icon 43, 44 Sleep mode 44 sounds recording 99 speakers using external 100 Start screen exploring the 93 starting an app 70 starting an app from Start screen 70 Startup menu problem solving 120 Startup options Advanced options...
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... hard disk drive is slow 129 high-pitched noise 131 installing hardware/software 139 keyboard 126 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 128 on-screen eject button 131 optical disc drive 130 power and batteries 124 printer 131 restore points 136 screen does not look correct/ flickers 127 slow Internet connection 122 sound system 131 trouble running discs 130 trouble running programs 129 URL address not found 122 Windows® operating system not working 119 wireless networking 132 U user password, deleting 110 user password, setting...
... hard disk drive is slow 129 high-pitched noise 131 installing hardware/software 139 keyboard 126 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 128 on-screen eject button 131 optical disc drive 130 power and batteries 124 printer 131 restore points 136 screen does not look correct/ flickers 127 slow Internet connection 122 sound system 131 trouble running discs 130 trouble running programs 129 URL address not found 122 Windows® operating system not working 119 wireless networking 132 U user password, deleting 110 user password, setting...