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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 the Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 154 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 the Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 154 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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... the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component...
... the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component...
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... increase the computer's memory if you may also be hot. After starting your computer for this procedure. See "Setting up your software" on page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page 42. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for the first time you use complex software or process large...
... increase the computer's memory if you may also be hot. After starting your computer for this procedure. See "Setting up your software" on page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page 42. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for the first time you use complex software or process large...
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... the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button You can install one memory module is on may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen click the Power ( ) icon. (Sample Image) Shut down Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you install or remove a memory module, turn off the power while a disk/disc is in...
... the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button You can install one memory module is on may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen click the Power ( ) icon. (Sample Image) Shut down Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you install or remove a memory module, turn off the power while a disk/disc is in...
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... Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into position. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the computer right side up. The memory module should be installed in place. Make sure to be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module is to remove...
... Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into position. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the computer right side up. The memory module should be installed in place. Make sure to be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module is to remove...
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... main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. In either of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned...
... main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. In either of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned...
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..., computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in "Installing a memory module" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer, touch any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near...
..., computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in "Installing a memory module" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer, touch any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near...
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... device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI...
... device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI...
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...You can change the display settings by pressing the ( ) + P keys, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. 68 Getting 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 HDMI™ Out port, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the...
...You can change the display settings by pressing the ( ) + P keys, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. 68 Getting 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 HDMI™ Out port, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the...
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... 3D Accelerometer (available 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, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of residence (e.g., European Union). The stored data uses a very small portion of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain...
... 3D Accelerometer (available 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, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of residence (e.g., European Union). The stored data uses a very small portion of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain...
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... the menu. There are removed ❖ A list of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new application or adding a device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu...
... the menu. There are removed ❖ A list of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new application or adding a device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu...
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... into effect. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display and then Change display settings to make of these components individually. You can change the settings for an external monitor. 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 on the external monitor. ❖ Press...
... into effect. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display and then Change display settings to make of these components individually. You can change the settings for an external monitor. 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 on the external monitor. ❖ Press...
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... Start screen, type Control. Click Control Panel from optical discs. For additional Help, while in case the internal storage drive fails. External optical disc writers 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 software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup...
... Start screen, type Control. Click Control Panel from optical discs. For additional Help, while in case the internal storage drive fails. External optical disc writers 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 software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup...
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... cache. Compare software. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. Interlaced monitors take two passes to the internal storage drive the current state of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. When you use to the same...
... cache. Compare software. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. Interlaced monitors take two passes to the internal storage drive the current state of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. When you use to the same...
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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...