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... in Sleep mode 44 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory (optional 45 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 51 Checking total memory 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 54 Creating recovery media 55 Restoring from recovery media 57 Refresh your PC (with user's data 58 Reset your PC 60 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the touch pad 64 Adjusting touch pad settings 66 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 67 Connecting an external device 67 Using external display devices 67 Selecting video cables 68 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
... in Sleep mode 44 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory (optional 45 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 51 Checking total memory 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 54 Creating recovery media 55 Restoring from recovery media 57 Refresh your PC (with user's data 58 Reset your PC 60 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the touch pad 64 Adjusting touch pad settings 66 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 67 Connecting an external device 67 Using external display devices 67 Selecting video cables 68 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
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... a user password 118 System Settings 119 Sleep and Charge 120 USB Sleep and Charge 120 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......122 Power supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128 Problems when you turn on the computer............129 The Windows® operating system is not working 131 Using Startup options to fix problems 132 Internet problems...
... a user password 118 System Settings 119 Sleep and Charge 120 USB Sleep and Charge 120 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......122 Power supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128 Problems when you turn on the computer............129 The Windows® operating system is not working 131 Using Startup options to fix problems 132 Internet problems...
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... 148 Data and system configuration backup in he Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 153 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch 158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media buttons 159 Volume Mute 160 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............160 Keyboard Function keys 161 Zoom (Display resolution 161 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 162 Glossary 163...
... 148 Data and system configuration backup in he Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 153 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch 158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media buttons 159 Volume Mute 160 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............160 Keyboard Function keys 161 Zoom (Display resolution 161 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 162 Glossary 163...
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... features and specifications on your computer, or to perform tasks in Windows 8. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change without notice. Your particular model may not...
... features and specifications on your computer, or to perform tasks in Windows 8. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change without notice. Your particular model may not...
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... software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in minor bodily injury. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Getting Started 45 Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 42. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may be hot...
... software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in minor bodily injury. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Getting Started 45 Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 42. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may be hot...
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... step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. You can install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Slot A. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the...
... step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. You can install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Slot A. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the...
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... memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. Slot B is the bottom slot. Make sure to be installed, it must be completely inserted into position. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. Slot B is the bottom slot. Make sure to be installed, it must be completely inserted into position. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... the computer. The memory module pops up slightly. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 95...
... the computer. The memory module pops up slightly. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 95...
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... a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
... a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
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...first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on page 159. Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device...
...first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on page 159. Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device...
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... Started Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI™ Out port on the side of your television or display device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect...
... Started Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI™ Out port on the side of your television or display device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect...
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... specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. 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 initial system use this information for various devices). The collected information is used to the examples specified here. Additionally, TOSHIBA may use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery...
... specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. 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 initial system use this information for various devices). The collected information is used to the examples specified here. Additionally, TOSHIBA may use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery...
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... way such as installing a new application or adding a device. Reset your computer ❖ All of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. You now have several options to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the Startup menu to start properly, you experience any of these problems, use the options in the...
... way such as installing a new application or adding a device. Reset your computer ❖ All of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. You now have several options to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the Startup menu to start properly, you experience any of these problems, use the options in the...
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... set for an external monitor. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 139 The keyboard you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
... set for an external monitor. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 139 The keyboard you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
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... 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 read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of your important files to optical disc drives, or hard drives. Click Control Panel from optical discs. Follow the on page 149). General tips for installing hardware and software...
... 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 read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of your important files to optical disc drives, or hard drives. Click Control Panel from optical discs. Follow the on page 149). General tips for installing hardware and software...
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... HDMI. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to perform a task instead of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn on the computer again, your work is slower than L1 cache and faster than analog signal. Compare software. When you use to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables...
... HDMI. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to perform a task instead of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn on the computer again, your work is slower than L1 cache and faster than analog signal. Compare software. When you use to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables...
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... power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 70 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 151 desktop creating new icon 102 exploring the 102 icons 102 recycle bin 103 standard features 101, 102 Desktop Assist 111 Media & Entertainment tab 112 Support & Recovery tab 114 Tools & Utilities tab 113 Device Manager fixing a problem 135 directing display output 69 disabling touch pad 67 display troubleshooting 140 display devices external 67 display output settings 69 display, external
... power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 70 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 151 desktop creating new icon 102 exploring the 102 icons 102 recycle bin 103 standard features 101, 102 Desktop Assist 111 Media & Entertainment tab 112 Support & Recovery tab 114 Tools & Utilities tab 113 Device Manager fixing a problem 135 directing display output 69 disabling touch pad 67 display troubleshooting 140 display devices external 67 display output settings 69 display, external
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... DVD player troubleshooting 147 DVDs using 78 E eco power plan 93 eco Utility® 115 eject button optical disc drive 79 eject, optical disc drive 79 enabling touch pad 67 enabling/disabling touch pad 159 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 102 Start screen 100 external display device HDMI™ Out port 67 RGB (monitor) port 68 external display, adjusting 70 F files backing up 74, 78 saving 78 Function Key 123 Function keys 159 disabling or enabling wireless devices 160 display brightness 157 Help file 157 keyboard Function keys 161 media buttons 159 Output (Display switch) 158 volume...
... DVD player troubleshooting 147 DVDs using 78 E eco power plan 93 eco Utility® 115 eject button optical disc drive 79 eject, optical disc drive 79 enabling touch pad 67 enabling/disabling touch pad 159 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 102 Start screen 100 external display device HDMI™ Out port 67 RGB (monitor) port 68 external display, adjusting 70 F files backing up 74, 78 saving 78 Function Key 123 Function keys 159 disabling or enabling wireless devices 160 display brightness 157 Help file 157 keyboard Function keys 161 media buttons 159 Output (Display switch) 158 volume...
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... energy-saving features 84 power management 86 optimum performance 86 power plans selecting power plan options 92 power saving options 91 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 144 problem solving contacting Toshiba 154 Startup options 132 projector connecting 68 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 85 recording sounds 106 recovery creating recovery media 55 installing drivers and applications 63 internal storage drive 54 refresh your PC 58 reset your PC 60 restoring from recovery media 57 Recovery Media Creator 126 recycle...
... energy-saving features 84 power management 86 optimum performance 86 power plans selecting power plan options 92 power saving options 91 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 144 problem solving contacting Toshiba 154 Startup options 132 projector connecting 68 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 85 recording sounds 106 recovery creating recovery media 55 installing drivers and applications 63 internal storage drive 54 refresh your PC 58 reset your PC 60 restoring from recovery media 57 Recovery Media Creator 126 recycle...
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... Startup menu problem solving 132 supervisor password, deleting 117 supervisor password, set up 116 system indicator lights AC power 38 drive in-use indicator 79 LEDs 40, 41, 88, 89, 107 System Settings 119 T taking care of battery 97 taskbar 103 television adjusting display 70 Tiles Start screen 102 tips for computing 73 Toshiba online resources 83 registering computer Toshiba Web site 42 worldwide offices 155 Toshiba accessories memory 45 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 156 touch pad using...
... Startup menu problem solving 132 supervisor password, deleting 117 supervisor password, set up 116 system indicator lights AC power 38 drive in-use indicator 79 LEDs 40, 41, 88, 89, 107 System Settings 119 T taking care of battery 97 taskbar 103 television adjusting display 70 Tiles Start screen 102 tips for computing 73 Toshiba online resources 83 registering computer Toshiba Web site 42 worldwide offices 155 Toshiba accessories memory 45 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 156 touch pad using...