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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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... 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 end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. While Toshiba has...
... 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 end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. While Toshiba has...
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...; Connecting external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 67) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 42. After starting your computer for this procedure. You may be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
...; Connecting external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 67) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 42. After starting your computer for this procedure. You may be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
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... the Settings ( ) Charm. If the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver 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 Slot A. Pressing the power button before...
... the Settings ( ) Charm. If the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver 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 Slot A. Pressing the power button before...
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... in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. The memory module should be installed in place. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the...
... in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. The memory module should be installed in place. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the...
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... information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. 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 page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side...
... information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. 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 page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side...
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... overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work. Installed memory (RAM) is in screen. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or...
... overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work. Installed memory (RAM) is in screen. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or...
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... device to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on page 159. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but 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 see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on the external device (if applicable). Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default...
... device to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on page 159. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but 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 see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on the external device (if applicable). Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default...
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... 4 Turn on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing the ( ) + P keys, or by configuring the display properties settings. 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...
... 4 Turn on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing the ( ) + P keys, or by configuring the display properties settings. 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...
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... 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). Subject to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may affect the performance of your country or region of your TOSHIBA computer...
... 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). Subject to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may affect the performance of your country or region of your TOSHIBA computer...
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... its settings. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from depending on page 60. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may need to fix the problem. Reset your computer ❖ All of removed apps is not working ❖ The operating system responds differently from the menu. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings...
... its settings. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from depending on page 60. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may need to fix the problem. Reset your computer ❖ All of removed apps is not working ❖ The operating system responds differently from the menu. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings...
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.... Click Display and then Change display settings to make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to choose the screen resolution. If you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the...
.... Click Display and then Change display settings to make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to choose the screen resolution. If you connected may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the...
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... create and store on battery power. No additional software is recommended in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on its internal storage drive. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Follow the on page 149). Click Control Panel from optical discs. Since problems with either hardware or software can...
... create and store on battery power. No additional software is recommended in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on its internal storage drive. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Follow the on page 149). Click Control Panel from optical discs. Since problems with either hardware or software can...
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... a single cable in which only every other services. See also HDMI. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current state of many Toshiba computers...
... a single cable in which only every other services. See also HDMI. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current state of many Toshiba computers...
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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...