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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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... up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. 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 the time of...
... up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. 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 the time of...
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... memory module is the bottom slot. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. NOTE For this model, Slot A is to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Slot A. If you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen or swipe in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
... memory module is the bottom slot. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. NOTE For this model, Slot A is to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Slot A. If you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen or swipe in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
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... removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the computer. NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer 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 memory module. The computer could hang up . Avoid touching the connector on the memory module...
... removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the computer. NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer 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 memory module. The computer could hang up . Avoid touching the connector on the memory module...
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... inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 100. 18 Turn the computer right side up. In this model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). Using 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 and secure it must be installed in serious injury. Always make sure your...
... inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 100. 18 Turn the computer right side up. In this model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). Using 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 and secure it must be installed in serious injury. Always make sure your...
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... memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 54 Getting Started Removing a memory module 3 Gently lift the memory module...
... memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 54 Getting Started Removing a memory module 3 Gently lift the memory module...
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... another backup program. Be sure to refresh your system without losing your data. 56 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovery option Restoring from recovery media Refresh your PC (with user's data)" on page 60. See "Restoring from recovery media" on page 82. See "Refresh your PC (with user's data) Reset your PC Description This option allows you to external media using your system, only the operating system files and drivers...
... another backup program. Be sure to refresh your system without losing your data. 56 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovery option Restoring from recovery media Refresh your PC (with user's data)" on page 60. See "Restoring from recovery media" on page 82. See "Refresh your PC (with user's data) Reset your PC Description This option allows you to external media using your system, only the operating system files and drivers...
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... the Start screen" on page 103 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on page 162. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard 79 F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key...
... the Start screen" on page 103 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on page 162. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard 79 F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key...
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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. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. 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. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable each 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. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. 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. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable each notification. 4 Click or touch Close.
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... battery light is blinking when the computer is on page 160. See "Contacting Toshiba" on , this indicates a power mismatch. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you may need to your level of these problems, use the AC adaptor that shipped with computers. For example: ❖ The operating...
... battery light is blinking when the computer is on page 160. See "Contacting Toshiba" on , this indicates a power mismatch. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you may need to your level of these problems, use the AC adaptor that shipped with computers. For example: ❖ The operating...
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... restore the Windows® operating system to the state it may be very difficult to run an installation utility first - General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your back up DVD(s) on page 154). If anything , use the System Restore utility to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
... restore the Windows® operating system to the state it may be very difficult to run an installation utility first - General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your back up DVD(s) on page 154). If anything , use the System Restore utility to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
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..., is connected to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . Hard disks hold much more information than analog signal. Compare software. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that can be magnetically coded with data. When you turn on the keyboard. See also Sleep, Suspend. Hibernation...
..., is connected to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . Hard disks hold much more information than analog signal. Compare software. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that can be magnetically coded with data. When you turn on the keyboard. See also Sleep, Suspend. Hibernation...
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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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... Ion battery pack (Not user replaceable) Battery Life Rating (measured 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 use ] Ports Video o HDMI® with 4K Ultra HD output capability Audio o Microphone input port support Sleep & Music o Headphone output port Data o 4 USB 3.0 ports11 (1 with multi-touch control One Touch Function Keys Communications HD webcam and...
... Ion battery pack (Not user replaceable) Battery Life Rating (measured 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 use ] Ports Video o HDMI® with 4K Ultra HD output capability Audio o Microphone input port support Sleep & Music o Headphone output port Data o 4 USB 3.0 ports11 (1 with multi-touch control One Touch Function Keys Communications HD webcam and...
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... user manuals or all subject to change prior to product launch. Pro-rata refunds on your PC, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. ("TAIS") does not accept the return of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video applications 4. Offers. use of battery power instead of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections 5. use of AC power 3. This product specification is subject to change without notice 2 Operating...
... user manuals or all subject to change prior to product launch. Pro-rata refunds on your PC, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. ("TAIS") does not accept the return of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video applications 4. Offers. use of battery power instead of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections 5. use of AC power 3. This product specification is subject to change without notice 2 Operating...
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... able to your Toshiba optical drive may not include user manuals or all batteries. 15 Software. Satellite P50T-BST2GX5 Page 3 of individual components. Use your system configuration and other PCs or optical media recorders. GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may not be liable for damages of any individual user. Computers configured with applicable copy protection standards. 8 Blu-Ray Disc™ Player...
... able to your Toshiba optical drive may not include user manuals or all batteries. 15 Software. Satellite P50T-BST2GX5 Page 3 of individual components. Use your system configuration and other PCs or optical media recorders. GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may not be liable for damages of any individual user. Computers configured with applicable copy protection standards. 8 Blu-Ray Disc™ Player...