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... in Sleep mode 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 55 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 56 Creating recovery media 57 Restoring from recovery media 59 Refresh your PC (with user's data 61 Reset your PC 63 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the touch pad 67 Adjusting touch pad settings 69 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 70 Connecting an external device 70 Using external display devices 71 Selecting video cables 71 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
... in Sleep mode 46 Adding optional external devices 47 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 55 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 56 Creating recovery media 57 Restoring from recovery media 59 Refresh your PC (with user's data 61 Reset your PC 63 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the touch pad 67 Adjusting touch pad settings 69 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 70 Connecting an external device 70 Using external display devices 71 Selecting video cables 71 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
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... a supervisor password 124 Using a user password 126 Deleting a user password 128 System Settings 129 Sleep Utilities 131 USB Sleep and Charge 131 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 133 Power supply mode settings 133 Sleep and Music 134 HDD Protection Utility 135 Function Key 136 Recovery Media Creator 137 Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 139 Problems that are easy to fix 139 Problems when you turn on the computer ........ 140 The Windows® operating system is not working 142 Using Startup options to fix problems...
... a supervisor password 124 Using a user password 126 Deleting a user password 128 System Settings 129 Sleep Utilities 131 USB Sleep and Charge 131 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 133 Power supply mode settings 133 Sleep and Music 134 HDD Protection Utility 135 Function Key 136 Recovery Media Creator 137 Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 139 Problems that are easy to fix 139 Problems when you turn on the computer ........ 140 The Windows® operating system is not working 142 Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... 156 Wireless networking problems 157 DVD operating problems 159 Develop good computing habits 160 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system ........ 161 If you need further assistance 166 Contacting Toshiba 167 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 167 Toshiba's worldwide offices 167 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 169 Functions 169 Help file 170 Display brightness 170 Output (Display switch 171 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 172 Media buttons 172 Volume Mute 172 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 173 Keyboard Function keys 173...
... 156 Wireless networking problems 157 DVD operating problems 159 Develop good computing habits 160 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system ........ 161 If you need further assistance 166 Contacting Toshiba 167 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 167 Toshiba's worldwide offices 167 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 169 Functions 169 Help file 170 Display brightness 170 Output (Display switch 171 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 172 Media buttons 172 Volume Mute 172 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 173 Keyboard Function keys 173...
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...-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to perform tasks in Windows 8. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. 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 the time of publication...
...-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to perform tasks in Windows 8. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. 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 the time of publication...
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..., use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the top slot. You can be hot. Slot B is in the memory module slots on the underside of the screen or swipe in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is to room temperature before they have cooled. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off...
..., use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the top slot. You can be hot. Slot B is in the memory module slots on the underside of the screen or swipe in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is to room temperature before they have cooled. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off...
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.... 6 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery, if applicable. You can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could hang up the next time you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode.
.... 6 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery, if applicable. You can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could hang up the next time you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode.
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... must be installed, it must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If no memory slot is to be installed in a safe place so that you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 12 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. Slot B is the bottom slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer...
... must be installed, it must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If no memory slot is to be installed in a safe place so that you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 12 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. Slot B is the bottom slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer...
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... this model, Slot A is the top slot. Slot B is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into position. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work...
... this model, Slot A is the top slot. Slot B is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into position. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work...
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... this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Never cover or block the air vents including those located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. Getting Started Removing a memory module 55 6 Turn the computer right...
... this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Never cover or block the air vents including those located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. Getting Started Removing a memory module 55 6 Turn the computer right...
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... the touch pad. You may be replaced by computer model. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of your system, some models may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with the heel of the Windows Control Panel. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on your hand as you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). Also, accidental light touches or...
... the touch pad. You may be replaced by computer model. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of your system, some models may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with the heel of the Windows Control Panel. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on your hand as you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). Also, accidental light touches or...
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... interval or change the keyboard backlight setting to Auto, the backlight turns on page 169. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to always on or always off after a certain interval when you type on the Start screen. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the keyboard and turns off . For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF...
... interval or change the keyboard backlight setting to Auto, the backlight turns on page 169. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to always on or always off after a certain interval when you type on the Start screen. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the keyboard and turns off . For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF...
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... with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your PC (with computers. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of removed apps is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start...
... with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your PC (with computers. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of removed apps is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start...
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... prompt is installed ❖ Manually by the user. Restore points are installed 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. Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to use a Restore point to return the computer to reset your current video driver at which...
... prompt is installed ❖ Manually by the user. Restore points are installed 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. Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to use a Restore point to return the computer to reset your current video driver at which...
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... Help. Display Auto Off 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 not set for individual components separately by selecting an item from just below the Themes panel (Desktop Background, Color, Sounds, and Screen Saver).
... Help. Display Auto Off 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 not set for individual components separately by selecting an item from just below the Themes panel (Desktop Background, Color, Sounds, and Screen Saver).
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... System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows® operating system" on page 163). ❖ Have your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on hand in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
... System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows® operating system" on page 163). ❖ Have your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on hand in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
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... some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare software. See also HDMI. It has a potential of zero (0) volts, is connected to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all components of programs and data. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that saves to...
... some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare software. See also HDMI. It has a potential of zero (0) volts, is connected to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all components of programs and data. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that saves to...
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... display device 71 monitor 72 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 163 desktop creating new icon 110 exploring the 109 icons 110 recycle bin 110 standard features 108, 109 Desktop Assist 119 Media & Entertainment tab 120 Support & Recovery tab 122 Tools & Utilities tab 121 Device Manager fixing a problem 146 directing display output 72 disabling touch pad 70 display troubleshooting 152 display devices external 71 display...
... display device 71 monitor 72 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 163 desktop creating new icon 110 exploring the 109 icons 110 recycle bin 110 standard features 108, 109 Desktop Assist 119 Media & Entertainment tab 120 Support & Recovery tab 122 Tools & Utilities tab 121 Device Manager fixing a problem 146 directing display output 72 disabling touch pad 70 display troubleshooting 152 display devices external 71 display...
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... 88 DVD player troubleshooting 159 DVDs using 84 E eco power plan 99 eco Utility® 123 eject button optical disc drive 85 eject, optical disc drive 85 enabling touch pad 70 enabling/disabling touch pad 172 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 109 Start screen 107 external display device HDMI™ Out port 71 external display, adjusting 73 F files backing up 78, 84 saving 83 Function Key 136 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 173 Function keys 172 display brightness 170 Help file 170 keyboard Function keys 173 media buttons 172 Output (Display switch) 171 volume mute...
... 88 DVD player troubleshooting 159 DVDs using 84 E eco power plan 99 eco Utility® 123 eject button optical disc drive 85 eject, optical disc drive 85 enabling touch pad 70 enabling/disabling touch pad 172 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 109 Start screen 107 external display device HDMI™ Out port 71 external display, adjusting 73 F files backing up 78, 84 saving 83 Function Key 136 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 173 Function keys 172 display brightness 170 Help file 170 keyboard Function keys 173 media buttons 172 Output (Display switch) 171 volume mute...
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... 90 power down shut down 45 power light 95 power management 92 optimum performance 92 power plans selecting power plan options 98 power saving options 97 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 156 problem solving contacting Toshiba 167 Startup options 143 projector connecting 72 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 92 recording sounds 113 recovery creating recovery media 57 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 56 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 63 restoring from recovery media 59 Recovery Media Creator...
... 90 power down shut down 45 power light 95 power management 92 optimum performance 92 power plans selecting power plan options 98 power saving options 97 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 156 problem solving contacting Toshiba 167 Startup options 143 projector connecting 72 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 92 recording sounds 113 recovery creating recovery media 57 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 56 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 63 restoring from recovery media 59 Recovery Media Creator...
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... 167 Toshiba accessories memory 47 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 173 zooming out 173 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 169 touch pad using 67 touch screen navigation 81 traveling tips 106 troubleshooting 151 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 145 checking device properties 147 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 166 corrupted/damaged data files 154 data/entire system backup 163 Device Manager 146 display error message 152 display problems screen...
... 167 Toshiba accessories memory 47 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 173 zooming out 173 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 169 touch pad using 67 touch screen navigation 81 traveling tips 106 troubleshooting 151 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 145 checking device properties 147 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 166 corrupted/damaged data files 154 data/entire system backup 163 Device Manager 146 display error message 152 display problems screen...