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... your computer in Sleep mode 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory 46 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 46 Creating recovery media 47 Restoring from recovery media 50 Refresh your PC (with user's data 51 Reset your PC 53 Installing drivers and applications 56 Using the touch pad 57 Adjusting touch pad settings 59 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 60 Connecting an external device 60 Using external display devices 61 Selecting video cables 61 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 61 Connecting an external monitor or projector 62...
... your computer in Sleep mode 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory 46 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 46 Creating recovery media 47 Restoring from recovery media 50 Refresh your PC (with user's data 51 Reset your PC 53 Installing drivers and applications 56 Using the touch pad 57 Adjusting touch pad settings 59 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 60 Connecting an external device 60 Using external display devices 61 Selecting video cables 61 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 61 Connecting an external monitor or projector 62...
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... Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 126 Internet problems 128 The Windows® operating system can help you 129 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 129 Checking device properties 129 Power and the batteries 130 Keyboard problems 132 Display problems 132 Disk or storage drive problems 134 Error-checking 134 Optical disc drive problems 136 Sound system problems 139 Printer problems 139 Wireless networking problems 140 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems 142 Develop good computing habits 143 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating...
... Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 126 Internet problems 128 The Windows® operating system can help you 129 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 129 Checking device properties 129 Power and the batteries 130 Keyboard problems 132 Display problems 132 Disk or storage drive problems 134 Error-checking 134 Optical disc drive problems 136 Sound system problems 139 Printer problems 139 Wireless networking problems 140 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems 142 Develop good computing habits 143 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating...
Satellite L40/L50/L70/S40/S50/S70-B Series Windows 8.1 User's Guide
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Contents 25 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 152 Functions 152 Help file 153 Display brightness 153 Output (Display switch 154 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 155 Media buttons 155 Volume Mute 155 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 156 Keyboard Function keys 156 Zoom (Display resolution 156 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors........157 Glossary 158 Index 173
Contents 25 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 152 Functions 152 Help file 153 Display brightness 153 Output (Display switch 154 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 155 Media buttons 155 Volume Mute 155 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 156 Keyboard Function keys 156 Zoom (Display resolution 156 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors........157 Glossary 158 Index 173
Satellite L40/L50/L70/S40/S50/S70-B Series Windows 8.1 User's Guide
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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 8.1. 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. 28 Introduction...
... 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 8.1. 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. 28 Introduction...
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... button presses while 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 60. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. You can easily attach an external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Disabling or enabling the touch pad...
... button presses while 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 60. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. You can easily attach an external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Disabling or enabling the touch pad...
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... power of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off. 117 Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work for compatible port.In that case, if there is a USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge functioncompatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard...
... power of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off. 117 Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work for compatible port.In that case, if there is a USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge functioncompatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard...
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... notification at the edge of the screen. 119 Utilities Function Key NOTE With certain external devices, the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work no matter which charging mode you to activate functions by default. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you select. In those cases, disable USB Sleep and Charge in combination with Fn. Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in the utility and turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key.
... notification at the edge of the screen. 119 Utilities Function Key NOTE With certain external devices, the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work no matter which charging mode you to activate functions by default. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you select. In those cases, disable USB Sleep and Charge in combination with Fn. Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in the utility and turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key.
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... not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. 126 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is saved to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. There are removed ❖ A list of the screen or...
... not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. 126 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is saved to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. There are removed ❖ A list of the screen or...
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... apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your PC" on this option presents you with another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode The Operating System will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by pressing the F8 key during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using your display settings in the...
... apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your PC" on this option presents you with another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode The Operating System will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by pressing the F8 key during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using your display settings in the...
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... the screen and, in new firmware releases. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Desktop screen, press the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start screen. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your network. ❖ If you should confer with WEP keys, in particular, are in the Wi-Fi® part of your selection. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key.
... the screen and, in new firmware releases. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Desktop screen, press the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start screen. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your network. ❖ If you should confer with WEP keys, in particular, are in the Wi-Fi® part of your selection. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key.
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... able to fix the problem yourself. Change the setting for new information on optical disc drives and their operation. Click or touch the Search ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen and, in the Search field, type Power. 2 From the search list, click or touch Choose when to turn off the display using the following steps: 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that...
... able to fix the problem yourself. Change the setting for new information on optical disc drives and their operation. Click or touch the Search ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen and, in the Search field, type Power. 2 From the search list, click or touch Choose when to turn off the display using the following steps: 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that...
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.... General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 146). ❖ Have your back up DVD(s) on page 144). Always carefully follow directions carefully! Search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners...
.... General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 146). ❖ Have your back up DVD(s) on page 144). Always carefully follow directions carefully! Search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners...
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... with HDMI cables. When you turn on the keyboard. See also Sleep, Suspend. hardware-The physical components of a rigid platter or platters that are used to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all components of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the computer again, your work is determined by the operating...
... with HDMI cables. When you turn on the keyboard. See also Sleep, Suspend. hardware-The physical components of a rigid platter or platters that are used to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all components of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the computer again, your work is determined by the operating...
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... TV or display device 61 monitor 62 power cord/cable 41 power source 40 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 64 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 146 desktop creating new icon 99 exploring the 98 icons 99 recycle bin 99 standard features 97, 98 Device Manager fixing a problem 129 directing display output 62 disabling touch pad 60 display troubleshooting 133 display devices external 61 display output settings 62 display, external adjusting 63 disposal information 19 disposing of used batteries 93
... TV or display device 61 monitor 62 power cord/cable 41 power source 40 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 64 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 146 desktop creating new icon 99 exploring the 98 icons 99 recycle bin 99 standard features 97, 98 Device Manager fixing a problem 129 directing display output 62 disabling touch pad 60 display troubleshooting 133 display devices external 61 display output settings 62 display, external adjusting 63 disposal information 19 disposing of used batteries 93
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...-ray Disc™ player troubleshooting 142 DVDs using 72 E eco power plan 88 eco Utility® 108 eject button optical disc drive 75 eject, optical disc drive 75 enabling touch pad 60 enabling/disabling touch pad 155 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 98 Start screen 96 external display device HDMI™ Out port 61 external display, adjusting 63 F files backing up 67, 72 saving 72 Function Key 119 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 156 Function keys 155 display brightness 153 Help file 153 keyboard Function keys 156 media buttons 155 Output (Display switch) 154 volume...
...-ray Disc™ player troubleshooting 142 DVDs using 72 E eco power plan 88 eco Utility® 108 eject button optical disc drive 75 eject, optical disc drive 75 enabling touch pad 60 enabling/disabling touch pad 155 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 98 Start screen 96 external display device HDMI™ Out port 61 external display, adjusting 63 F files backing up 67, 72 saving 72 Function Key 119 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 156 Function keys 155 display brightness 153 Help file 153 keyboard Function keys 156 media buttons 155 Output (Display switch) 154 volume...
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Index 177 power light 84 power management 81 optimum performance 81 power plans selecting power plan options 87 power saving options 86 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 139 problem solving contacting Toshiba 150 Startup options 126 projector connecting 62 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 81 recording sounds 102 recovery creating recovery media 47 installing drivers and applications 56 internal storage drive 46 refresh your PC 51 reset your PC 53 restoring from recovery media 50 Recovery Media Creator 120 recycle bin icon...
Index 177 power light 84 power management 81 optimum performance 81 power plans selecting power plan options 87 power saving options 86 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 139 problem solving contacting Toshiba 150 Startup options 126 projector connecting 62 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 81 recording sounds 102 recovery creating recovery media 47 installing drivers and applications 56 internal storage drive 46 refresh your PC 51 reset your PC 53 restoring from recovery media 50 Recovery Media Creator 120 recycle bin icon...
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... 156 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 152 touch pad using 57 touch screen navigation 69 traveling tips 94 troubleshooting 132 AC power light is blinking 124 battery light is blinking 125 bookmarked site not found 128 checking device properties 129 computer will not start 123 contacting Toshiba 149 corrupted/damaged data files 135 data/entire system backup 146 Device Manager 129 display error message 133 display problems screen is blank 132 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ player 142 eject button 136 error...
... 156 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 152 touch pad using 57 touch screen navigation 69 traveling tips 94 troubleshooting 132 AC power light is blinking 124 battery light is blinking 125 bookmarked site not found 128 checking device properties 129 computer will not start 123 contacting Toshiba 149 corrupted/damaged data files 135 data/entire system backup 146 Device Manager 129 display error message 133 display problems screen is blank 132 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ player 142 eject button 136 error...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite L55D-B5238
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... require adapter for use ) Ports Service Upgrades and Extensions Toshiba offers many different enhanced services such as SystemGuard®, On-Site Repair, and ServiceExpress to provide additional support to 16") • 4cell/45Wh Lithium Ion battery pack (non user replaceable battery) Software C1 14 • Toshiba Software and Utilities Bluetooth Part Number PA3847U-1ETB Description Toshiba Bluetooth Laser Mouse, Gloss Black © Copyright 2014 Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. Satellite L55D-B Detailed Product Specification1 Model Name: L55D-B5238 Part Number: PSKULU...
... require adapter for use ) Ports Service Upgrades and Extensions Toshiba offers many different enhanced services such as SystemGuard®, On-Site Repair, and ServiceExpress to provide additional support to 16") • 4cell/45Wh Lithium Ion battery pack (non user replaceable battery) Software C1 14 • Toshiba Software and Utilities Bluetooth Part Number PA3847U-1ETB Description Toshiba Bluetooth Laser Mouse, Gloss Black © Copyright 2014 Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. Satellite L55D-B Detailed Product Specification1 Model Name: L55D-B5238 Part Number: PSKULU...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite L55D-B5238
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... optimized when operating in AC power mode and may vary depending on product model, design configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized. use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections 5. use of battery power instead of 5 use of this offer at http://www.support.toshiba.com Return Policy Notwithstanding anything to the product when used outside the range of data by Internet or telephone (toll charges may vary...
... optimized when operating in AC power mode and may vary depending on product model, design configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized. use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections 5. use of battery power instead of 5 use of this offer at http://www.support.toshiba.com Return Policy Notwithstanding anything to the product when used outside the range of data by Internet or telephone (toll charges may vary...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite L55D-B5238
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... and display device capability/functionality/settings. Activation may apply). Your display contains an extremely large number of , as applicable, Dedicated Video Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory. Viewing enhancements may vary. 7 Display. Actual formatted capacity may vary depending upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations of a system's battery life under the specific test settings at maximum capacity and will vary depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings...
... and display device capability/functionality/settings. Activation may apply). Your display contains an extremely large number of , as applicable, Dedicated Video Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory. Viewing enhancements may vary. 7 Display. Actual formatted capacity may vary depending upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations of a system's battery life under the specific test settings at maximum capacity and will vary depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings...