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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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Contents 25 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 162 Functions 162 Help file 163 Display brightness 163 Output (Display switch 164 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 165 Media buttons 165 Volume Mute 165 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 166 Keyboard Function keys 166 Zoom (Display resolution 166 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors........167 Glossary 168 Index 183
Contents 25 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 162 Functions 162 Help file 163 Display brightness 163 Output (Display switch 164 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 165 Media buttons 165 Volume Mute 165 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 166 Keyboard Function keys 166 Zoom (Display resolution 166 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors........167 Glossary 168 Index 183
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... procedures needed to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning 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...
... procedures needed to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning 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...
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... system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. If only one memory module is in -use light are off. otherwise, skip to the upper-right corner of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memory module, turn...
... system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. If only one memory module is in -use light are off. otherwise, skip to the upper-right corner of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memory module, turn...
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... down on the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery, if applicable. You can damage the memory module. Do not try 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 Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the computer.
... down on the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery, if applicable. You can damage the memory module. Do not try 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 Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the computer.
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... Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery, if applicable. Slot B is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work...
... Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery, if applicable. Slot B is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work...
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54 Getting Started Removing a memory module 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery, if applicable. Slot B Slot A Front of the slot. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat...
54 Getting Started Removing a memory module 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery, if applicable. Slot B Slot A Front of the slot. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat...
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...; When you restore your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored. See "Reset your PC" on page 60. It is strongly recommended that you create recovery media before using Windows® or another backup program. NOTE ❖ During the recovery process your computer must be restored by running the recovery utilities directly from your internal storage drive as described...
...; When you restore your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored. See "Reset your PC" on page 60. It is strongly recommended that you create recovery media before using Windows® or another backup program. NOTE ❖ During the recovery process your computer must be restored by running the recovery utilities directly from your internal storage drive as described...
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... "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the computer. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Help & Support, or see "Keyboard Function keys" on the Start screen. Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard 79 F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 103 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on the keyboard and turns...
... "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the computer. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Help & Support, or see "Keyboard Function keys" on the Start screen. Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard 79 F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 103 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on the keyboard and turns...
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... using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge functioncompatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. 124 Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be supplied to the compatible port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. The "USB...
... using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge functioncompatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. 124 Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be supplied to the compatible port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. The "USB...
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The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to activate functions by default. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable each notification. 4 Click or touch Close.
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.... Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you can easily detect if the operating system is not working Once you change the system in the Startup menu to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® operating system is on, this indicates a power mismatch...
.... Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you can easily detect if the operating system is not working Once you change the system in the Startup menu to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® operating system is on, this indicates a power mismatch...
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... the Start screen, type Computer. Change the setting for new information on optical disc drives and their operation. 152 If Something Goes Wrong DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems (Available on certain models.) If you experience a problem playing DVDs or Blu-ray Discs™, you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your computer to turn off the display using Device Manager to view the optical disc drive properties...
... the Start screen, type Computer. Change the setting for new information on optical disc drives and their operation. 152 If Something Goes Wrong DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems (Available on certain models.) If you experience a problem playing DVDs or Blu-ray Discs™, you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your computer to turn off the display using Device Manager to view the optical disc drive properties...
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... 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 anything that the installation process introduced. ❖ Back up your back up DVD(s) on page 154). If the device is connected first, it may be able to easily restore the Windows...
... 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 anything that the installation process introduced. ❖ Back up your back up DVD(s) on page 154). If the device is connected first, it may be able to easily restore the Windows...
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..., when you turn on the keyboard. H hard disk-A storage device composed of keys that activates a memory resident program. The primary (or only) hard disk in a computer is determined by the operating system and/or individual programs. G ground-A conductor to which certain keys in the circuit. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- See also Sleep, Suspend. Their function is usually fixed, but some external media and are used to add or remove devices from...
..., when you turn on the keyboard. H hard disk-A storage device composed of keys that activates a memory resident program. The primary (or only) hard disk in a computer is determined by the operating system and/or individual programs. G ground-A conductor to which certain keys in the circuit. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- See also Sleep, Suspend. Their function is usually fixed, but some external media and are used to add or remove devices from...
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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...