Quick Start Guide for Satellite C50-A Series
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.... C lick/touch the TOSHIBA central tile/icon 2. Click/touch Support & Recovery 3. Click/touch User's Guide icon Note: T he User's Guide will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other countries. HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the default PDF reader software; GMA501187011 • 04/13 Visit Toshiba's Support Web site Technical support is...
.... C lick/touch the TOSHIBA central tile/icon 2. Click/touch Support & Recovery 3. Click/touch User's Guide icon Note: T he User's Guide will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other countries. HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the default PDF reader software; GMA501187011 • 04/13 Visit Toshiba's Support Web site Technical support is...
Satellite C40/C50/C70-B Series Windows 8.1 User's Guide
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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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... 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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... Series. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to ensure the accuracy of publication to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information...
... Series. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to ensure the accuracy of publication to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information...
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... with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 146. 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 on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable...
... with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 146. 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 on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable...
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TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default. 113 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn. 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 the notification. 4 Click or touch Close. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default. 113 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn. 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.
Satellite C40/C50/C70-B Series Windows 8.1 User's Guide
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... its settings. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are removed ❖ A list of expertise with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your level of removed apps is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you installed from the menu...
... its settings. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are removed ❖ A list of expertise with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your level of removed apps is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you installed from the menu...
Satellite C40/C50/C70-B Series Windows 8.1 User's Guide
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... repair process. Advanced options Choosing this menu were available by pressing the F8 key during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using a specific image provided by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will automatically look for advanced users. Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is not working Reset your computer ❖ All of your personal files and apps are removed...
... repair process. Advanced options Choosing this menu were available by pressing the F8 key during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using a specific image provided by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will automatically look for advanced users. Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is not working Reset your computer ❖ All of your personal files and apps are removed...
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... "Changing the main battery" on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for an external monitor. For more keyboard error messages. This is blank. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for other product information. Try using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating...
... "Changing the main battery" on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for an external monitor. For more keyboard error messages. This is blank. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for other product information. Try using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating...
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... the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start screen. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Search field type Control Panel. SSIDs are case-sensitive. ❖ Check the Windows® Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is correct - To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your network. Click or touch Control Panel...
... the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start screen. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Search field type Control Panel. SSIDs are case-sensitive. ❖ Check the Windows® Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is correct - To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your network. Click or touch Control Panel...
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... ensure safe and easy installation 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 special toolbars for "back up media on page 136). before connecting a new hardware item to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 138). ❖ Have your entire computer with restore...
... ensure safe and easy installation 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 special toolbars for "back up media on page 136). before connecting a new hardware item to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 138). ❖ Have your entire computer with restore...
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... Control)- See also HDMI. Hibernation-A feature of programs and data. Compare software. See also Sleep, Suspend. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the computer again, your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . Their function is returned to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have secondary hard disks that activates a memory...
... Control)- See also HDMI. Hibernation-A feature of programs and data. Compare software. See also Sleep, Suspend. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the computer again, your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . Their function is returned to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have secondary hard disks that activates a memory...
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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...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite C55-B5240
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... updated accessories, please visit www.accessories.toshiba.com • Standard Keyboard with 10-key (black) • Touch pad pointing device with multi-touch control Communications • HD webcam with microphone • 10/100 Ethernet • Wi-Fi® Wireless networking (802.11b/g/n)9 • Bluetooth v4.0 Expandability • Memory Card Reader o Secure Digital, SDHC, SDXC, miniSD, microSD, Multi Media Card (shared slot; Satellite C55-B Detailed Product Specification1 Model Name: C55-B5240 Part Number: PSCMLU-08D0E9 UPC: 889661008484 Operating System C1 2 Software...
... updated accessories, please visit www.accessories.toshiba.com • Standard Keyboard with 10-key (black) • Touch pad pointing device with multi-touch control Communications • HD webcam with microphone • 10/100 Ethernet • Wi-Fi® Wireless networking (802.11b/g/n)9 • Bluetooth v4.0 Expandability • Memory Card Reader o Secure Digital, SDHC, SDXC, miniSD, microSD, Multi Media Card (shared slot; Satellite C55-B Detailed Product Specification1 Model Name: C55-B5240 Part Number: PSCMLU-08D0E9 UPC: 889661008484 Operating System C1 2 Software...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite C55-B5240
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... factors. 5 Memory (Main System). Offers. Satellite C55-B5240 Page 3 of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video applications 4. CPU performance in your computer product may use of computer at temperatures outside recommended conditions. Use your PC, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. ("TAIS") does not accept the return of component parts, or bundled software, that the following conditions: 1. This product specification is the...
... factors. 5 Memory (Main System). Offers. Satellite C55-B5240 Page 3 of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video applications 4. CPU performance in your computer product may use of computer at temperatures outside recommended conditions. Use your PC, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. ("TAIS") does not accept the return of component parts, or bundled software, that the following conditions: 1. This product specification is the...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite C55-B5240
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..., or upon certain reinstallations of the software products or reconfiguration of system memory. 6 Storage Drive Computer (Internal) HDD Capacity. Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer may not record on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as Microsoft Operating System and/or pre-installed software applications, or media content. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. Transmission speeds...
..., or upon certain reinstallations of the software products or reconfiguration of system memory. 6 Storage Drive Computer (Internal) HDD Capacity. Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer may not record on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as Microsoft Operating System and/or pre-installed software applications, or media content. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. Transmission speeds...