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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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... to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8.1. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or...
... to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8.1. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or...
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... be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. 48 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Restoring from such media, if necessary. Any files that you are restored. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on page 72. For more information, see "Backing up your work" on DVDs...
... be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. 48 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Restoring from such media, if necessary. Any files that you are restored. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on page 72. For more information, see "Backing up your work" on DVDs...
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...). 4 Turn on page 141. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by default. You can easily attach an external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that it does not respond to touch or 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 see "Disabling or enabling...
...). 4 Turn on page 141. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by default. You can easily attach an external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that it does not respond to touch or 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 see "Disabling or enabling...
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..., F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. 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 more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 86 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button 68 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard...
..., F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. 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 more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 86 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button 68 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard...
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... and functionality. Recording sounds You may record sounds using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. 92 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features For help with common Wi-Fi networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on certain models) or by connecting an optional external microphone. Connecting your computer to a network You can listen to display the Start screen. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click or touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak...
... and functionality. Recording sounds You may record sounds using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. 92 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features For help with common Wi-Fi networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on certain models) or by connecting an optional external microphone. Connecting your computer to a network You can listen to display the Start screen. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click or touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak...
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... external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during standby and hibernation or when the computer is turned off. USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to it. It is recommended that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. The "USB...
... external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during standby and hibernation or when the computer is turned off. USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to it. It is recommended that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. The "USB...
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The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default. 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. 110 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with FN.
The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default. 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. 110 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with FN.
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... 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. There are removed ❖ A list of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. If Windows fails to start properly, you experience any of removed apps is not working Unless a hardware device...
... 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. There are removed ❖ A list of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. If Windows fails to start properly, you experience any of removed apps is not working Unless a hardware device...
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... options Choosing this menu were available by pressing the F8 key during the Windows boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows using a specific image provided by the user System Image Recovery Windows will automatically look for advanced users. The Operating System will "Recover" the Operating system using your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is a very powerful tool for problems and repair...
... options Choosing this menu were available by pressing the F8 key during the Windows boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows using a specific image provided by the user System Image Recovery Windows will automatically look for advanced users. The Operating System will "Recover" the Operating system using your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is a very powerful tool for problems and repair...
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... capture only the active window displayed, press FN + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is blank...
... capture only the active window displayed, press FN + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is blank...
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... Windows operating system, and that the driver is OFF (the wireless indicator light will be very helpful if you should confer with the Wi-Fi adapter. ❖ If another computer is on the same network, verify that your selection. If, for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi) networking. Launch the Device Manager and carefully note any error messages - SSIDs are in the Search field type Control Panel. Click or touch Control Panel...
... Windows operating system, and that the driver is OFF (the wireless indicator light will be very helpful if you should confer with the Wi-Fi adapter. ❖ If another computer is on the same network, verify that your selection. If, for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi) networking. Launch the Device Manager and carefully note any error messages - SSIDs are in the Search field type Control Panel. Click or touch Control Panel...
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If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware releases. Save your work frequently. The IP address for each active network adapter will lock, forcing you to verify that the computer has a useful IP address - Develop good computing habits Save your router or broadband modem, by Windows. 1 From the Start screen, type Cmd. 2 Click Command Prompt. 3 Enter IPCONFIG/ALL, and then press ENTER. Here are frequently...
If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware releases. Save your work frequently. The IP address for each active network adapter will lock, forcing you to verify that the computer has a useful IP address - Develop good computing habits Save your router or broadband modem, by Windows. 1 From the Start screen, type Cmd. 2 Click Command Prompt. 3 Enter IPCONFIG/ALL, and then press ENTER. Here are frequently...
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.... 1 From the Start screen, type Control. For additional Help, while in case you need 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 such as special toolbars for "back up files". If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing...
.... 1 From the Start screen, type Control. For additional Help, while in case you need 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 such as special toolbars for "back up files". If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing...
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... battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that can control another while using this function, if connected with data. Hibernation-A feature of keys that are connected. Also called "system bus." hardware-The physical components of programs and data. See also bus. See also HDMI. 152 Glossary frontside bus-The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. H hard disk-A storage device...
... battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that can control another while using this function, if connected with data. Hibernation-A feature of keys that are connected. Also called "system bus." hardware-The physical components of programs and data. See also bus. See also HDMI. 152 Glossary frontside bus-The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. H hard disk-A storage device...
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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...