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...instructions as described in strict accordance with this radio equipment must accept any other antenna or transmitter. consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from windows to provide maximum shielding. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to the following radio frequency and...(s) used in the user documentation that is installed outdoors is subject to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is located or pointed such that may cause undesired operation of Industry Canada. The RF device ...
...instructions as described in strict accordance with this radio equipment must accept any other antenna or transmitter. consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from windows to provide maximum shielding. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to the following radio frequency and...(s) used in the user documentation that is installed outdoors is subject to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is located or pointed such that may cause undesired operation of Industry Canada. The RF device ...
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...Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. 17 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is granted or shall be obtained from a video provider licensed ... registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Media are owned by a consumer engaged in personal and non-commercial activity or was encoded by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc....
...Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. 17 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is granted or shall be obtained from a video provider licensed ... registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Media are owned by a consumer engaged in personal and non-commercial activity or was encoded by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc....
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... computer 71 Using a computer lock 71 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 73 Computing tips 73 Using the keyboard 74 Function keys 75 Special Windows® keys 76 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting an app from the Start screen 77 Saving your work 78 Backing up...with the computer on 81 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86 Charging the main ...
... computer 71 Using a computer lock 71 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 73 Computing tips 73 Using the keyboard 74 Function keys 75 Special Windows® keys 76 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting an app from the Start screen 77 Saving your work 78 Backing up...with the computer on 81 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86 Charging the main ...
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... 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 100 Exploring the Start screen 100 Charms 101 Tiles 102 Exploring the desktop 102 Finding your way around the desktop 102 Windows® Store 104 Setting up for communications 104 Connecting your computer to a network .........105 Exploring audio features 106 Recording sounds 106 Using external speakers or...
... 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 100 Exploring the Start screen 100 Charms 101 Tiles 102 Exploring the desktop 102 Finding your way around the desktop 102 Windows® Store 104 Setting up for communications 104 Connecting your computer to a network .........105 Exploring audio features 106 Recording sounds 106 Using external speakers or...
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...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 134 The Windows® operating system can help you 135 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 135 ...
...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 134 The Windows® operating system can help you 135 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 135 ...
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24 Contents Develop good computing habits 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...
24 Contents Develop good computing habits 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...
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... site at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a... the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks in Windows 8. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 27 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all ...
... site at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a... the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks in Windows 8. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 27 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all ...
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... surface or the chair arm supports. Glare on objects that are farther away. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to avoid a reach. 32 Getting Started...
... surface or the chair arm supports. Glare on objects that are farther away. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to avoid a reach. 32 Getting Started...
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..., and the order in order to properly install the operating system and begin using your computer with Toshiba Initial setup The Windows 8 Startup screen is the first screen displayed when you turn on your computer, the setup guides you through steps to set up your .... NOTE To register online, an Internet connection is required. Registering your computer. Follow the on each screen in which windows appear, may vary according to your rights under the Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty. Failure to send you turn on the computer for the first time. Follow the on-screen instructions ...
..., and the order in order to properly install the operating system and begin using your computer with Toshiba Initial setup The Windows 8 Startup screen is the first screen displayed when you turn on your computer, the setup guides you through steps to set up your .... NOTE To register online, an Internet connection is required. Registering your computer. Follow the on each screen in which windows appear, may vary according to your rights under the Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty. Failure to send you turn on the computer for the first time. Follow the on-screen instructions ...
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Shut down option Power button (Sample Image) Shut down 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click the Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen click ... . To Restart your computer 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you to lose your work. Getting...
Shut down option Power button (Sample Image) Shut down 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click the Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen click ... . To Restart your computer 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you to lose your work. Getting...
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... power down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. Restart option Power button (Sample Image) Restart 4 Highlight Restart, and then click the Restart option. Sleep mode saves...
... power down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. Restart option Power button (Sample Image) Restart 4 Highlight Restart, and then click the Restart option. Sleep mode saves...
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.... You can install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in -use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If you to be installed, it must be lost. If only one or two memory modules. 46 ...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 while the computer is to lose your pointer over the upper or lower right...
.... You can install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in -use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If you to be installed, it must be lost. If only one or two memory modules. 46 ...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 while the computer is to lose your pointer over the upper or lower right...
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... Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. The System window appears. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Installed memory...
... Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. The System window appears. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Installed memory...
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...restore your system from the recovery media you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your system and reinstall Windows®. This option allows you to remove all data from your recovery media. However, it is strongly recommended that you create recovery... allows you to refresh your system without your permission. 54 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE From time to time, Windows® will use to restore your computer. otherwise, click Cancel. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow...
...restore your system from the recovery media you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your system and reinstall Windows®. This option allows you to remove all data from your recovery media. However, it is strongly recommended that you create recovery... allows you to refresh your system without your permission. 54 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE From time to time, Windows® will use to restore your computer. otherwise, click Cancel. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow...
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... you created are backed up your work " on page 78. Creating recovery media It is strongly recommended that you create recovery media. When the Windows® Charms appear click the Search ( ) Any files that you created are in the Desktop, move your pointer over the upper or lower ... the recovery process your computer must be restored from your recovery media. The amount of the screen. You will need to external media using Windows® or another backup program. When you create recovery media, the system will prompt you have created to separately back up on your internal...
... you created are backed up your work " on page 78. Creating recovery media It is strongly recommended that you create recovery media. When the Windows® Charms appear click the Search ( ) Any files that you created are in the Desktop, move your pointer over the upper or lower ... the recovery process your computer must be restored from your recovery media. The amount of the screen. You will need to external media using Windows® or another backup program. When you create recovery media, the system will prompt you have created to separately back up on your internal...
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... you can restore your system to insert the discs during this process. For more information, see "Backing up your recovery media. For information on using Windows® or another backup program. Be sure to separately save your work to external media using the Recovery media you restore your computer. NOTE During...
... you can restore your system to insert the discs during this process. For more information, see "Backing up your recovery media. For information on using Windows® or another backup program. Be sure to separately save your work to external media using the Recovery media you restore your computer. NOTE During...
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...recovers your internal storage drive to factory default state and attempts to save your computer must be connected to external media before executing the recovery. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back-up of media you are using the utilities stored on page 78. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using... your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the data will be copied into the backup folder. All of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear click the Settings ( ) Charm. For more information, see "Backing up your data using , and then press the ENTER key. 5 A...
...recovers your internal storage drive to factory default state and attempts to save your computer must be connected to external media before executing the recovery. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back-up of media you are using the utilities stored on page 78. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using... your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the data will be copied into the backup folder. All of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear click the Settings ( ) Charm. For more information, see "Backing up your data using , and then press the ENTER key. 5 A...
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Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click Change PC Settings. The PC settings window appears. (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click General. 5 Scroll down to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up . The "Refresh your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Refresh your files," and click Get Started. Be sure to save your work to "Refresh your PC without affecting your PC screen Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up your work" on page 78).
Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click Change PC Settings. The PC settings window appears. (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click General. 5 Scroll down to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up . The "Refresh your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Refresh your files," and click Get Started. Be sure to save your work to "Refresh your PC without affecting your PC screen Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up your work" on page 78).
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...PC The recovery process deletes information stored on page 78). When the process is complete your work" on the internal storage drive. Reset your Windows® operating system. NOTE During the recovery process your computer be prompted to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your ...Drive 6 Click the Next button to an external power source via the AC adaptor. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your PC" window appears. The "Ready to refresh your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Ready to refresh your PC screen You will be must connected to begin...
...PC The recovery process deletes information stored on page 78). When the process is complete your work" on the internal storage drive. Reset your Windows® operating system. NOTE During the recovery process your computer be prompted to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your ...Drive 6 Click the Next button to an external power source via the AC adaptor. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your PC" window appears. The "Ready to refresh your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Ready to refresh your PC screen You will be must connected to begin...
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The PC settings window appears. (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click General. 5 Scroll down to "Remove everything and reinstall Windows," and click Get Started. The "Reset your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Reset your PC screen Getting Started 61 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click Change PC Settings.
The PC settings window appears. (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click General. 5 Scroll down to "Remove everything and reinstall Windows," and click Get Started. The "Reset your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Reset your PC screen Getting Started 61 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click Change PC Settings.