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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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... information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort 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. You can...
... information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort 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. You can...
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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 follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on the underside of today's popular applications. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. After starting your...
...) ❖ 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 follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on the underside of today's popular applications. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. After starting your...
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... the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. You can install one memory module is to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Slot B is the bottom slot. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in good condition. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button...
... the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. You can install one memory module is to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Slot B is the bottom slot. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in good condition. Pressing the power button before shutting down option Power button...
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... the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module 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 and secure it out of one another, you turn it on top of the slot. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
... the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module 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 and secure it out of one another, you turn it on top of the slot. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
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... blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your computer. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the external device (if applicable). For more...
... blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your computer. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the external device (if applicable). For more...
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... an HDMI™ cable. 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 a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen. NOTE You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to the manual that...
... an HDMI™ cable. 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 a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen. NOTE You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to the manual that...
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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 initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to the use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis...
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 initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to the use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis...
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... ❖ Apps you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. 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. Reset your computer ❖ All of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you installed from discs or Web sites are...
... ❖ Apps you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. 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. Reset your computer ❖ All of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you installed from discs or Web sites are...
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.... Click Display and then Change display settings to activate the screen. If Something Goes Wrong 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. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their...
.... Click Display and then Change display settings to activate the screen. If Something Goes Wrong 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. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their...
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... easily restore the Windows® operating system to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Follow the on battery power. Since problems with File History under the System and Security heading. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. If anything , use the System Restore utility to Click Control Panel from optical discs. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of...
... easily restore the Windows® operating system to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Follow the on battery power. Since problems with File History under the System and Security heading. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. If anything , use the System Restore utility to Click Control Panel from optical discs. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of...
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.... See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Interlaced monitors take two passes to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. See also...
.... See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Interlaced monitors take two passes to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. See also...
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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...
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...® Gold Rated Operating Non-operating o RGB o HDMI® Audio o Microphone input port o Headphone output port Data o 3 USB ports (2 USB 3.010 + 1 USB 2.0 port with multi-touch control Communications HD Webcam and microphone 10/100 Ethernet Wi-Fi® Wireless networking (802.11b/g/n)9 Expandability Memory Card Reader o Secure Digital, SDHC, SDXC, miniSD, microSD, Multi Media Card (shared slot; Battery13 6 cell/48Wh Lithium Ion battery pack Battery Life Rating (measured...
...® Gold Rated Operating Non-operating o RGB o HDMI® Audio o Microphone input port o Headphone output port Data o 3 USB ports (2 USB 3.010 + 1 USB 2.0 port with multi-touch control Communications HD Webcam and microphone 10/100 Ethernet Wi-Fi® Wireless networking (802.11b/g/n)9 Expandability Memory Card Reader o Secure Digital, SDHC, SDXC, miniSD, microSD, Multi Media Card (shared slot; Battery13 6 cell/48Wh Lithium Ion battery pack Battery Life Rating (measured...
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... applications Certain device drivers and/or applications may not be granted. Pro-rata refunds on your PC, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. ("TAIS") does not accept the return of this computer may not function properly. TAIS shall not be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may not include user manuals or all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Satellite L855-S5157 Page...
... applications Certain device drivers and/or applications may not be granted. Pro-rata refunds on your PC, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. ("TAIS") does not accept the return of this computer may not function properly. TAIS shall not be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may not include user manuals or all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Satellite L855-S5157 Page...
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... the usage of the computer, the brightness of , as Microsoft Operating System and/or pre-installed software applications, or media content. Transmission speeds may vary depending on product configuration, vendor components, manufacturing variability and options selected. 13 Battery Life Rating. The "USB Sleep & Charge function" may vary depending on the specific computer model - Weight may not work with certain external devices even if they are not due...
... the usage of the computer, the brightness of , as Microsoft Operating System and/or pre-installed software applications, or media content. Transmission speeds may vary depending on product configuration, vendor components, manufacturing variability and options selected. 13 Battery Life Rating. The "USB Sleep & Charge function" may vary depending on the specific computer model - Weight may not work with certain external devices even if they are not due...