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... in Sleep mode 45 Adding optional external devices 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 47 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 55 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 55 Creating recovery media 57 Restoring from recovery media 59 Refresh your PC (with user's data 60 Reset your PC 63 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the touch pad 66 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 45 Adding optional external devices 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 47 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 55 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 55 Creating recovery media 57 Restoring from recovery media 59 Refresh your PC (with user's data 60 Reset your PC 63 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the touch pad 66 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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... 134 Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 134 Internet problems 137 The Windows® operating system can help you 138 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 138 Checking device properties 138 Memory problems 139 Power and the batteries 140 Keyboard problems 142 Display problems 142 Disk or storage drive problems 144 Error-checking 144 Optical disc drive problems 146 Sound system problems 149 Printer problems 149 Wireless networking problems 150 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems 152 Develop good computing habits 153 Data and system configuration backup in...
... 134 Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 134 Internet problems 137 The Windows® operating system can help you 138 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 138 Checking device properties 138 Memory problems 139 Power and the batteries 140 Keyboard problems 142 Display problems 142 Disk or storage drive problems 144 Error-checking 144 Optical disc drive problems 146 Sound system problems 149 Printer problems 149 Wireless networking problems 150 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems 152 Develop good computing habits 153 Data and system configuration backup in...
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... 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. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject...
... 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. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject...
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... -use light are off the computer. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. If only one memory module is the bottom slot. NOTE For this model, Slot...
... -use light are off the computer. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. If only one memory module is the bottom slot. NOTE For this model, Slot...
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NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to the computer, including the AC adaptor. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any cables connected to your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secure the memory module slot cover. 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the computer...
NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to the computer, including the AC adaptor. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any cables connected to your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secure the memory module slot cover. 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the computer...
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... slot. In this model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Slot B is turned on page 100. 18 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to be installed, it must be installed in serious injury. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... slot. In this model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Slot B is turned on page 100. 18 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to be installed, it must be installed in serious injury. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 54 Getting Started Removing a memory module 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery, if applicable...
... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. 54 Getting Started Removing a memory module 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery, if applicable...
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... files you have created to a new internal storage drive from recovery media" on the internal storage drive, and the image can restore your system to external media using your system for the first time. This option allows you to restore your system from the recovery media you created. It is stored on page 59. 56 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovery option Restoring from recovery media Refresh your PC (with user's data) Reset your PC Description...
... files you have created to a new internal storage drive from recovery media" on the internal storage drive, and the image can restore your system to external media using your system for the first time. This option allows you to restore your system from the recovery media you created. It is stored on page 59. 56 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovery option Restoring from recovery media Refresh your PC (with user's data) Reset your PC Description...
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... to Help & Support, or see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 103 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on certain models.) Your keyboard may have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on page 162. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on page...
... to Help & Support, or see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 103 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on certain models.) Your keyboard may have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on page 162. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on page...
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128 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. 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. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable each notification. 4 Click or touch Close. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default.
128 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. 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. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable each notification. 4 Click or touch Close. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default.
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..., contact Toshiba. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. Do the following: 1 Check the OUTPUT specifications on the AC adaptor (for example, DC 19V - 3.95A) 2 Check the INPUT specifications on , this indicates a power mismatch. See "Contacting Toshiba" on . Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
..., contact Toshiba. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. Do the following: 1 Check the OUTPUT specifications on the AC adaptor (for example, DC 19V - 3.95A) 2 Check the INPUT specifications on , this indicates a power mismatch. See "Contacting Toshiba" on . Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
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General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for "back up DVD(s) on page 154). If anything goes wrong, you will then be very...
General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for "back up DVD(s) on page 154). If anything goes wrong, you will then be very...
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... coded with HDMI cables. When you turn on the keyboard. See also Sleep, Suspend. It has a potential of keys that activates a memory resident program. One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with data. hardware-The physical components of an electric circuit are removable. Compare software. H hard disk-A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
... coded with HDMI cables. When you turn on the keyboard. See also Sleep, Suspend. It has a potential of keys that activates a memory resident program. One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with data. hardware-The physical components of an electric circuit are removable. Compare software. H hard disk-A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
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... power cord/cable 41 power source 40 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 73 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 156 desktop creating new icon 106 exploring the 105 icons 106 recycle bin 106 standard features 104, 105 Device Manager fixing a problem 138 directing display output 72 disabling touch pad 70 display troubleshooting 143 display devices external 71 display output settings 72 display, external adjusting 73 disposal information 19 disposing of your computer 101 documentation 30 DVD removing...
... power cord/cable 41 power source 40 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 73 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 156 desktop creating new icon 106 exploring the 105 icons 106 recycle bin 106 standard features 104, 105 Device Manager fixing a problem 138 directing display output 72 disabling touch pad 70 display troubleshooting 143 display devices external 71 display output settings 72 display, external adjusting 73 disposal information 19 disposing of your computer 101 documentation 30 DVD removing...
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Index 185 troubleshooting 152 DVDs using 83 E eco power plan 99 eco Utility® 115 eject button optical disc drive 85 eject, optical disc drive 85 enabling touch pad 70 enabling/disabling touch pad 165 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 105 Start screen 103 external display device HDMI™ Out port 71 external display, adjusting 73 F files backing up 77, 82 saving 82 Function Key 128 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 166 Function keys 165 display brightness 163 Help file 163 keyboard Function keys 166 media buttons 165 Output (Display switch) 164 volume mute 165...
Index 185 troubleshooting 152 DVDs using 83 E eco power plan 99 eco Utility® 115 eject button optical disc drive 85 eject, optical disc drive 85 enabling touch pad 70 enabling/disabling touch pad 165 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 105 Start screen 103 external display device HDMI™ Out port 71 external display, adjusting 73 F files backing up 77, 82 saving 82 Function Key 128 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 166 Function keys 165 display brightness 163 Help file 163 keyboard Function keys 166 media buttons 165 Output (Display switch) 164 volume mute 165...
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... to work 31 power plan options 98 video cables 71 Service Station 129 setting low battery notifications 96 setting up AC adaptor 40 adding memory (optional) 47 communications 108 computer 39 software 43 work environment 31 settings customize computer settings 73 display output 72 Shut down computer 44, 45, 46, 48, 140 icon 44, 45, 46, 48, 140 Sleep mode 45 Sleep Utilities 123 sounds recording 109 speakers using external 110 Start screen exploring the...
... to work 31 power plan options 98 video cables 71 Service Station 129 setting low battery notifications 96 setting up AC adaptor 40 adding memory (optional) 47 communications 108 computer 39 software 43 work environment 31 settings customize computer settings 73 display output 72 Shut down computer 44, 45, 46, 48, 140 icon 44, 45, 46, 48, 140 Sleep mode 45 Sleep Utilities 123 sounds recording 109 speakers using external 110 Start screen exploring the...
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... 160 Toshiba accessories memory 47 TOSHIBA Application Installer 130 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 166 zooming out 166 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 162 touch pad using 66 touch screen navigation 80 traveling tips 101 troubleshooting 142 AC power light is blinking 133 battery light is blinking 134 bookmarked site not found 137 checking device properties 138 computer will not start 132 contacting Toshiba 159 corrupted/damaged data files 146 data/entire system backup 156 Device Manager 138 display error message 143 display problems screen...
... 160 Toshiba accessories memory 47 TOSHIBA Application Installer 130 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 166 zooming out 166 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 162 touch pad using 66 touch screen navigation 80 traveling tips 101 troubleshooting 142 AC power light is blinking 133 battery light is blinking 134 bookmarked site not found 137 checking device properties 138 computer will not start 132 contacting Toshiba 159 corrupted/damaged data files 146 data/entire system backup 156 Device Manager 138 display error message 143 display problems screen...
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...HW Setup Utility o TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio Truelink+ o TOSHIBA Maintenance Utility o TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator o TOSHIBA Service Station o TOSHIBA Sleep Utility o TOSHIBA Start o TOSHIBA Password Utility o TOSHIBA Resolution+ Upconvert Technology for Media Player16 Third-party Software o Internet Explorer® o Adobe Reader o Google Drive™ o DTS Sound™ Special Offers and Trial Software o 1 month trial for Security Lock Physical Description Brushed Aluminum Finish in harman/kardon® stereo speakers DTS Sound™ Input Devices...
...HW Setup Utility o TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio Truelink+ o TOSHIBA Maintenance Utility o TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator o TOSHIBA Service Station o TOSHIBA Sleep Utility o TOSHIBA Start o TOSHIBA Password Utility o TOSHIBA Resolution+ Upconvert Technology for Media Player16 Third-party Software o Internet Explorer® o Adobe Reader o Google Drive™ o DTS Sound™ Special Offers and Trial Software o 1 month trial for Security Lock Physical Description Brushed Aluminum Finish in harman/kardon® stereo speakers DTS Sound™ Input Devices...
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... low speed network connections 5. Certain Microsoft® software product(s) included with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at high altitude (all subject to change without notice 3 Processor (Central Processing Unit). Satellite P50T-BST2GX1 Page 2 of this offer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. PA5083U-1ACA Toshiba 120W Global AC Adaptor Expansion Part Number PA5082U-1PRP PA3927U-1PRP Description dynadock V3.0 Universal USB 3.0 Docking...
... low speed network connections 5. Certain Microsoft® software product(s) included with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at high altitude (all subject to change without notice 3 Processor (Central Processing Unit). Satellite P50T-BST2GX1 Page 2 of this offer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. PA5083U-1ACA Toshiba 120W Global AC Adaptor Expansion Part Number PA5082U-1PRP PA3927U-1PRP Description dynadock V3.0 Universal USB 3.0 Docking...
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... for Mobile Mark™ 2012: Wireless connectivity = On, Screen brightness = 150nits, Predefined updated workloads. The battery life rating is only achieved on your optical drive may vary depending on other factors. 12 USB Sleep & Charge. Advanced Access Content System (AACS) keys are compliant with this computer may not record on certain optical media that will need to compatibility, network settings or other applications during initial launch...
... for Mobile Mark™ 2012: Wireless connectivity = On, Screen brightness = 150nits, Predefined updated workloads. The battery life rating is only achieved on your optical drive may vary depending on other factors. 12 USB Sleep & Charge. Advanced Access Content System (AACS) keys are compliant with this computer may not record on certain optical media that will need to compatibility, network settings or other applications during initial launch...