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... Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Adding memory 44 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 44 Creating recovery media 45 Restoring from recovery media 48 Refresh your PC (with user's data 49 Reset your PC 51 Installing drivers and applications 54 Using the touch pad 55 Adjusting touch pad settings 57 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 58 Connecting an external device 58 Using external display devices 59 Selecting video cables 59 Connecting an HDMI-compatible television or display device 59 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 60 Adjusting...
... Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Adding memory 44 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 44 Creating recovery media 45 Restoring from recovery media 48 Refresh your PC (with user's data 49 Reset your PC 51 Installing drivers and applications 54 Using the touch pad 55 Adjusting touch pad settings 57 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 58 Connecting an external device 58 Using external display devices 59 Selecting video cables 59 Connecting an HDMI-compatible television or display device 59 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 60 Adjusting...
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... 91 Connecting your computer to a network ....... 92 Exploring audio features 92 Recording sounds 92 Using external speakers or headphones ....... 93 Using the Web Camera 94 Using the Memory card reader 94 Inserting memory media 95 Removing memory media 95 Chapter 5: Utilities 97 eco Utility 98 Password Utility 99 Using a supervisor password 99 Using a user password 101 Deleting a user password 103 System Settings 104 Sleep Utilities 106 USB Sleep and Charge 106 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 108 Power supply mode settings 108 Function Key 110 Recovery Media Creator...
... 91 Connecting your computer to a network ....... 92 Exploring audio features 92 Recording sounds 92 Using external speakers or headphones ....... 93 Using the Web Camera 94 Using the Memory card reader 94 Inserting memory media 95 Removing memory media 95 Chapter 5: Utilities 97 eco Utility 98 Password Utility 99 Using a supervisor password 99 Using a user password 101 Deleting a user password 103 System Settings 104 Sleep Utilities 106 USB Sleep and Charge 106 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 108 Power supply mode settings 108 Function Key 110 Recovery Media Creator...
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... designed for a product Series. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8.1. For more detailed...
... designed for a product Series. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8.1. For more detailed...
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... your work to save the files you have created recovery media for your system, you restore your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are using Windows or another backup program. NOTE When you can restore your system to your computer. 3 Turn on your computer while pressing the F12 key on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to a new internal storage drive from such media, if...
... your work to save the files you have created recovery media for your system, you restore your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are using Windows or another backup program. NOTE When you can restore your system to your computer. 3 Turn on your computer while pressing the F12 key on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to a new internal storage drive from such media, if...
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... 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 touch or button presses while you type. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that came with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 58. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit support.toshiba...
... 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 touch or button presses while you type. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that came with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 58. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit support.toshiba...
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... secondary mouse button Used in Windows: ❖ Windows key-Toggles between the Start screen and the last app opened, or between the Desktop and Start screens if no apps are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. 68 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the 10-key keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on...
... secondary mouse button Used in Windows: ❖ Windows key-Toggles between the Start screen and the last app opened, or between the Desktop and Start screens if no apps are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. 68 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the 10-key keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on...
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... connect your computer to a network to display the Start screen. Using a microphone 1 If you are in the Search field, type Sound Recorder. Many hotels, airports, and offices offer Wi-Fi access. Exploring audio features You can use an external microphone, connect it to record sounds using the computer's internal microphones (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click or touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone...
... connect your computer to a network to display the Start screen. Using a microphone 1 If you are in the Search field, type Sound Recorder. Many hotels, airports, and offices offer Wi-Fi access. Exploring audio features You can use an external microphone, connect it to record sounds using the computer's internal microphones (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click or touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone...
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107 Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will discharge during standby and hibernation or when the computer is turned off. As for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will be depleted...
107 Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will discharge during standby and hibernation or when the computer is turned off. As for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will be depleted...
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These settings turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default. 110 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with FN. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close.
These settings turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default. 110 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with FN. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close.
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... from the right edge. 2 When the Windows charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Click or touch Restart Now under Advanced Startup. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your PC (with computers. If...
... from the right edge. 2 When the Windows charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Click or touch Restart Now under Advanced Startup. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your PC (with computers. If...
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... "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 event they have been improperly set. ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows in an advanced troubleshooting mode Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of the options found on page 51. Startup Repair This feature automates the repair process. Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software...
... "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 event they have been improperly set. ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows in an advanced troubleshooting mode Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of the options found on page 51. Startup Repair This feature automates the repair process. Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software...
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... setting. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Try using the built-in screen, make of the entire screen, press the FN + PRTSC key. (This only applies to models with the keyboard or to the computer is blank. You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that came with a 10-key keypad.) To capture only the active window displayed...
... setting. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Try using the built-in screen, make of the entire screen, press the FN + PRTSC key. (This only applies to models with the keyboard or to the computer is blank. You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that came with a 10-key keypad.) To capture only the active window displayed...
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... the driver is recognized by the Windows operating system, and that it has network access, and can connect to connect through. Click or touch the Search ( ) icon at a later time. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of the screen and, in the Desktop screen, press the Windows ( ) key to verify that the Wi-Fi adapter is loaded. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel...
... the driver is recognized by the Windows operating system, and that it has network access, and can connect to connect through. Click or touch the Search ( ) icon at a later time. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of the screen and, in the Desktop screen, press the Windows ( ) key to verify that the Wi-Fi adapter is loaded. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel...
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... Windows. 1 From the Start screen, type Cmd. 2 Click Command Prompt. 3 Enter IPCONFIG/ALL, and then press ENTER. See "Computing tips" on your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. Problems with WEP keys, in new firmware releases. Here are frequently addressed in particular, are some ways you can never predict when your computer will be displayed. ❖ Connect your network. ❖ If you to an optical disc, or external hard disk...
... Windows. 1 From the Start screen, type Cmd. 2 Click Command Prompt. 3 Enter IPCONFIG/ALL, and then press ENTER. See "Computing tips" on your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. Problems with WEP keys, in new firmware releases. Here are frequently addressed in particular, are some ways you can never predict when your computer will be displayed. ❖ Connect your network. ❖ If you to an optical disc, or external hard disk...
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... Support screen. For additional Help, while in case you will then be able to easily restore the Windows operating system to the state it was in prior to the installation, undoing any changes that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optional external writable optical disc drives, scanners, etc.) and software applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software...
... Support screen. For additional Help, while in case you will then be able to easily restore the Windows operating system to the state it was in prior to the installation, undoing any changes that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optional external writable optical disc drives, scanners, etc.) and software applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software...
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... open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . H hard disk-A storage device composed of an electric circuit are used to the earth, and is returned to which certain keys in the circuit. Compare software. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- See also bus. See also HDMI. See also Sleep, Suspend. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the computer again, your work...
... open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . H hard disk-A storage device composed of an electric circuit are used to the earth, and is returned to which certain keys in the circuit. Compare software. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- See also bus. See also HDMI. See also Sleep, Suspend. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the computer again, your work...
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... computer to a network 92 external device 58 HDMI-compatible TV or display device 59 power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 61 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 132 desktop creating new icon 89 exploring the 88 icons 89 recycle bin 89 standard features 87, 88 Device Manager fixing a problem 120 directing display output 60 disabling touch pad 58 display troubleshooting 124 display configuration modes 66 display devices external 59 display output settings 60 display, external adjusting 61 disposal...
... computer to a network 92 external device 58 HDMI-compatible TV or display device 59 power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 61 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 132 desktop creating new icon 89 exploring the 88 icons 89 recycle bin 89 standard features 87, 88 Device Manager fixing a problem 120 directing display output 60 disabling touch pad 58 display troubleshooting 124 display configuration modes 66 display devices external 59 display output settings 60 display, external adjusting 61 disposal...
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... drive recovery 44 K keyboard function keys 68 special Windows keys 68 troubleshooting 123 using 67 keys function keys 68 L LEDs system indicator lights 78 AC adaptor light 77 AC power light 38, 39 battery light 39 Web Camera light 94 Licenses 17 lock computer, using 62 M maintaining your battery 84 memory adding 44 Memory card reader inserting memory media 95 removing memory media 95 using 94 microphone using 92 monitor problems troubleshooting 123 monitoring battery power 77 mouse properties 70 moving the computer 62 N network accessing 92 connecting your computer 92 networking wireless...
... drive recovery 44 K keyboard function keys 68 special Windows keys 68 troubleshooting 123 using 67 keys function keys 68 L LEDs system indicator lights 78 AC adaptor light 77 AC power light 38, 39 battery light 39 Web Camera light 94 Licenses 17 lock computer, using 62 M maintaining your battery 84 memory adding 44 Memory card reader inserting memory media 95 removing memory media 95 using 94 microphone using 92 monitor problems troubleshooting 123 monitoring battery power 77 mouse properties 70 moving the computer 62 N network accessing 92 connecting your computer 92 networking wireless...
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... utility 99 port HDMI Out 59 Micro HDMI Out 59 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 38 cord/cable 39 cord/cable connectors 143 energy-saving features 73 power down shut down 41 power management 75 optimum performance 75 power plans selecting power plan options 81 power saving options 80 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 127 problem solving contacting Toshiba 136 Startup options 117 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 75 recording sounds 92 recovery creating recovery media 45 installing drivers...
... utility 99 port HDMI Out 59 Micro HDMI Out 59 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 38 cord/cable 39 cord/cable connectors 143 energy-saving features 73 power down shut down 41 power management 75 optimum performance 75 power plans selecting power plan options 81 power saving options 80 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 127 problem solving contacting Toshiba 136 Startup options 117 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 75 recording sounds 92 recovery creating recovery media 45 installing drivers...
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... TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 138 touch pad using 55 touch screen navigation 69 traveling tips 84 troubleshooting 123 AC power light is blinking 115 battery light is blinking 116 bookmarked site not found 119 checking device properties 120 computer will not start 114 contacting Toshiba 135 corrupted/damaged data files 126 data/entire system backup 132 Device Manager 120 display error message 124 display problems screen is blank 123 error message, warning resume failure 115 Error-checking 125 external display problems 124 external keyboard...
... TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 138 touch pad using 55 touch screen navigation 69 traveling tips 84 troubleshooting 123 AC power light is blinking 115 battery light is blinking 116 bookmarked site not found 119 checking device properties 120 computer will not start 114 contacting Toshiba 135 corrupted/damaged data files 126 data/entire system backup 132 Device Manager 120 display error message 124 display problems screen is blank 123 error message, warning resume failure 115 Error-checking 125 external display problems 124 external keyboard...