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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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... designed for a product Series. For the most up-to-date product information about the 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. For more...
... designed for a product Series. For the most up-to-date product information about the 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. For more...
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... 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. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for the first time you may also be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page 42. See "Setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory...
... 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. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for the first time you may also be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 67) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page 42. See "Setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory...
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... screen, move your work. If the computer 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 lose your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the correct size that is being accessed, you install or remove a memory module, turn off the power while a disk/disc...
... screen, move your work. If the computer 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 lose your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the correct size that is being accessed, you install or remove a memory module, turn off the power while a disk/disc...
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... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. If only one 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 using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the...
... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. If only one 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 using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 18 Turn the...
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... battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Back 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 up slightly. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on top of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make...
... battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Back 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 up slightly. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on top of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make...
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... a power outlet (even if your computer on a hard flat surface. 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 carpet or other soft material can check that the module is connected to the login in Sleep mode). Installed memory (RAM) is in screen. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Always make...
... a power outlet (even if your computer on a hard flat surface. 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 carpet or other soft material can check that the module is connected to the login in Sleep mode). Installed memory (RAM) is in screen. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Always make...
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... need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the external device (if applicable). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your computer. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default...
... need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the external device (if applicable). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your computer. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default...
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...by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the television or display device for more information. 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...
...by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the television or display device for more information. 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...
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... per year). 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 the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on the computer's internal storage drive. The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA's obligations under its standard limited...
... per year). 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 the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on the computer's internal storage drive. The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA's obligations under its standard limited...
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... installing a new application or adding a device. If you may need to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your personal files and apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are changed back to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are removed ❖ A list of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. Using Startup options to fix problems...
... installing a new application or adding a device. If you may need to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your personal files and apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are changed back to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are removed ❖ A list of expertise with user's data)" on page 60. Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... 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 F4 to make sure the display priority is blank. If you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you through the display options...
... 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 F4 to make sure the display priority is blank. If you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you through the display options...
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... Start screen, type Control. If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 151 Backing up files". 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...
... Start screen, type Control. If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 151 Backing up files". 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...
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... help improve processing speed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. Compare non-interlaced. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to create a complete screen image. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache.
... help improve processing speed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. Compare non-interlaced. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to create a complete screen image. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache.
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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...