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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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... procedures needed 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. 28 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba...
... procedures needed 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. 28 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba...
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... installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If only one or two memory modules. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to be installed, it . The surrounding area may be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; Slot...
... installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If only one or two memory modules. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to be installed, it . The surrounding area may be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; Slot...
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... -use light are off. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 101. The computer could cause you turn off . 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. For information on removing the battery...
... -use light are off. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the power while a disk/disc is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 101. The computer could cause you turn off . 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. For information on removing the battery...
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... model, Slot A is the top slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to be installed in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in Slot A. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching...
... model, Slot A is the top slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to be installed in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in Slot A. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching...
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... Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery, if applicable. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 102. 18 Turn...
... Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery, if applicable. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 102. 18 Turn...
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.... Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started Removing a memory module...
.... Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started Removing a memory module...
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... is enabled by default. 70 Getting Started Using the touch pad ❖ Try adjusting your typing technique to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of your computer. Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is less responsive to touch or button presses while you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on your system, some models may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with...
... is enabled by default. 70 Getting Started Using the touch pad ❖ Try adjusting your typing technique to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of your computer. Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is less responsive to touch or button presses while you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on your system, some models may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with...
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... app opened on the Start screen. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have a backlight illumination feature. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 107 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on certain models.) Your keyboard may...
... app opened on the Start screen. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have a backlight illumination feature. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more information, see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 107 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on certain models.) Your keyboard may...
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... need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. You now have several options to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. There are changed back to choose from the menu. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows...
... need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. You now have several options to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. There are changed back to choose from the menu. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows...
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... installed during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using a specific image provided by pressing the F8 key during startup 144 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Advanced options Choosing this option presents you with another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode ❖ Enable boot logging Creates a file that lists all the drivers that are created: ❖ When new hardware or software...
... installed during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using a specific image provided by pressing the F8 key during startup 144 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Advanced options Choosing this option presents you with another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode ❖ Enable boot logging Creates a file that lists all the drivers that are created: ❖ When new hardware or software...
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... Wrong Display problems Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you are using the built-in screen. If you through the display options. You can also change the setting for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on...
... Wrong Display problems Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you are using the built-in screen. If you through the display options. You can also change the setting for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on...
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... restore points" on hand in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to the computer. Always carefully follow directions carefully! 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...
... restore points" on hand in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to the computer. Always carefully follow directions carefully! 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...
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... the change. One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with data. See also HDMI. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current state of programs and data. 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 or combination of keys that saves to add or remove devices...
... the change. One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with data. See also HDMI. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current state of programs and data. 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 or combination of keys that saves to add or remove devices...
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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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... 89 removing with computer on 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...
... 89 removing with computer on 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...
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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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... Sleep mode 46 Sleep Utilities 131 sounds recording 113 speakers using external 114 Start screen exploring the 107 starting an app 82 starting an app from Start screen 83 Startup menu problem solving 143 supervisor password, deleting 126 supervisor password, set up 124 system indicator lights AC power 40 drive in-use indicator 85 LEDs 42, 94, 95, 115 System Settings 129 T taking care of battery 103 taskbar 110 television adjusting display 73 Tiles Start screen 109 tips for computing 77 Toshiba online...
... Sleep mode 46 Sleep Utilities 131 sounds recording 113 speakers using external 114 Start screen exploring the 107 starting an app 82 starting an app from Start screen 83 Startup menu problem solving 143 supervisor password, deleting 126 supervisor password, set up 124 system indicator lights AC power 40 drive in-use indicator 85 LEDs 42, 94, 95, 115 System Settings 129 T taking care of battery 103 taskbar 110 television adjusting display 73 Tiles Start screen 109 tips for computing 77 Toshiba online...
