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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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... software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows 8. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. For the most up-to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba...
... software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows 8. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. For the most up-to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba...
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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 room temperature before they have cooled. After starting your computer for this procedure. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot. Allow the module(s) to cool to run most of data. See "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 room temperature before they have cooled. After starting your computer for this procedure. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot. Allow the module(s) to cool to run most of data. See "Setting up your software...
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... work. If only one or two memory modules. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If the computer is the top slot. If you turn off the computer. NOTE For this model, Slot A is in Slot A. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
... work. If only one or two memory modules. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If the computer is the top slot. If you turn off the computer. NOTE For this model, Slot A is in Slot A. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
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... Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in place. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to be completely inserted into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot...
... Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in place. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to be completely inserted into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot...
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... a charged battery" on top of the slot. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. Make sure to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... a charged battery" on top of the slot. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. Make sure to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. The System window appears. 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 screen. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC...
... the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. The System window appears. 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 screen. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC...
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...-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 a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on page 159. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI™ or RGB port please refer to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on the external device (if...
...-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 a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on page 159. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI™ or RGB port please refer to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on the external device (if...
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... detect the external display 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. 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...
... detect the external display 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. 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...
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Utilities PC Health Monitor 125 PC Health Monitor (Available on certain models.) The PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your TOSHIBA computer. 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 total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per...
Utilities PC Health Monitor 125 PC Health Monitor (Available on certain models.) The PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your TOSHIBA computer. 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 total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per...
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... fix the problem. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. 132 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is saved 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 some way such as installing a new application or adding a device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems...
... fix the problem. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. 132 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is saved 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 some way such as installing a new application or adding a device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems...
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... the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to its previous setting. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by clicking a blank area of these components individually. Display problems Here are using a different make...
... the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to its previous setting. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by clicking a blank area of these components individually. Display problems Here are using a different make...
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... for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Click Control Panel from optical discs. Search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on -screen instructions to back up your files. Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make...
... for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Click Control Panel from optical discs. Search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on -screen instructions to back up your files. Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make...
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... system. hot swapping-The ability to help improve processing speed. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of pixels is refreshed. interlaced-A method of refreshing a computer screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. See also HDMI. When you turn the computer off . See also Sleep, Suspend. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. L L1...
... system. hot swapping-The ability to help improve processing speed. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of pixels is refreshed. interlaced-A method of refreshing a computer screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. See also HDMI. When you turn the computer off . See also Sleep, Suspend. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. L L1...
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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...