User Guide
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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...
User Guide
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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...
User Guide
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... software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change...
... software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change...
User Guide
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...; Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 45) ❖ Connecting external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 67) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 42. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You...
...; Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 45) ❖ Connecting external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 67) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 42. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You...
User Guide
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... Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a Phillips screwdriver of the correct size that is in Sleep...
... Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a Phillips screwdriver of the correct size that is in Sleep...
User Guide
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... of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to remove a memory module with the computer turned on top of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on page...
... of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to remove a memory module with the computer turned on top of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on page...
User Guide
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... touch pad" on your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. 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 a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer. Connecting an external device...
... touch pad" on your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. 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 a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer. Connecting an external device...
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... monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the cable to the manual 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 a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device...
... monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the cable to the manual 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 a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device...
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... limited to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. 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 computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on the computer's internal storage drive. Doing so will...
... limited to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. 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 computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on the computer's internal storage drive. Doing so will...
User Guide
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... enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of your level of expertise with user's data)" on page 58. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to fix the problem. You now have several options to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings...
... enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of your level of expertise with user's data)" on page 58. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to fix the problem. You now have several options to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings...
User Guide
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... are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. If 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display problems Here are some typical display problems...
... are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. If 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display problems Here are some typical display problems...
User Guide
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... ensure safe and easy installation of your files. If anything , use the System Restore utility to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for "back up your computer or just your files with restore points" on its internal storage drive. An external hard drive is required. Most of your important files to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Click Control Panel from optical discs. Before installing...
... ensure safe and easy installation of your files. If anything , use the System Restore utility to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for "back up your computer or just your files with restore points" on its internal storage drive. An external hard drive is required. Most of your important files to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Click Control Panel from optical discs. Before installing...
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... the screen that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . Compare non-interlaced. internal device-See device. 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...
... the screen that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . Compare non-interlaced. internal device-See device. 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...
User Guide
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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
User Guide
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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...
satellite_L855D-S5117.pdf
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... 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; For a full description and complete list of 4 Satellite L855D-S5117 Page 1 of programs and program terms and conditions, please visit www.support.toshiba.com. © Copyright 2013 Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. One slot is subject to change...
... 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; For a full description and complete list of 4 Satellite L855D-S5117 Page 1 of programs and program terms and conditions, please visit www.support.toshiba.com. © Copyright 2013 Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. One slot is subject to change...
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... ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Satellite L855D-S5117 Page 2 of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Accessories For additional and most up to 16") Bluetooth Part Number PA3710U-1BTM Description Toshiba Bluetooth V2.1+EDR USB Nano Adapter Storage Part Number PA3879U-1M4S PA3879U-1M8S PA3879U-1MAS HDTC607XK3A1 HDTC610XK3B1 HDTC615XK3B1 Description Toshiba 4GB Micro Swivel USB Flash Drive Toshiba 8GB Micro Swivel USB Flash Drive Toshiba 16GB Micro Swivel USB Flash Drive Toshiba Canvio USB 3.0 750GB Portable Hard Drive, Black Toshiba Canvio USB 3.0 1TB Portable Hard Drive, Black Toshiba...
... ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Satellite L855D-S5117 Page 2 of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Accessories For additional and most up to 16") Bluetooth Part Number PA3710U-1BTM Description Toshiba Bluetooth V2.1+EDR USB Nano Adapter Storage Part Number PA3879U-1M4S PA3879U-1M8S PA3879U-1MAS HDTC607XK3A1 HDTC610XK3B1 HDTC615XK3B1 Description Toshiba 4GB Micro Swivel USB Flash Drive Toshiba 8GB Micro Swivel USB Flash Drive Toshiba 16GB Micro Swivel USB Flash Drive Toshiba Canvio USB 3.0 750GB Portable Hard Drive, Black Toshiba Canvio USB 3.0 1TB Portable Hard Drive, Black Toshiba...
satellite_L855D-S5117.pdf
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... factors. 11 USB Sleep & Charge. Transmission speeds may not playback or operate properly on product model, design configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized. CPU performance in your Toshiba optical drive may not work with certain external devices even if they are an intrinsic characteristic of system memory. Only computers configured with Microsoft® Windows 8. Benchmark rules for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that...
... factors. 11 USB Sleep & Charge. Transmission speeds may not playback or operate properly on product model, design configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized. CPU performance in your Toshiba optical drive may not work with certain external devices even if they are an intrinsic characteristic of system memory. Only computers configured with Microsoft® Windows 8. Benchmark rules for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that...