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... your computer in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Adding memory 44 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 44 Creating recovery media 45 Restoring from recovery media 48 Refresh your PC (with user's data 49 Reset your PC 51 Installing drivers and applications 54 Using the touch pad 55 Adjusting touch pad settings 57 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 58 Connecting an external device 58 Using external display devices 59 Selecting video cables 59 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 59 Directing the display output when you turn on the...
... your computer in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Adding memory 44 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 44 Creating recovery media 45 Restoring from recovery media 48 Refresh your PC (with user's data 49 Reset your PC 51 Installing drivers and applications 54 Using the touch pad 55 Adjusting touch pad settings 57 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 58 Connecting an external device 58 Using external display devices 59 Selecting video cables 59 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 59 Directing the display output when you turn on the...
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... Connecting your computer to a network ....... 91 Exploring audio features 91 Recording sounds 91 Using external speakers or headphones ....... 92 Using the Web Camera 93 Using the Memory card reader 93 Inserting memory media 94 Removing memory media 94 Chapter 5: Utilities 96 eco Utility 97 Password Utility 98 Using a supervisor password 98 Using a user password 100 Deleting a user password 102 System Settings 103 Sleep Utilities 105 USB Sleep and Charge 105 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 107 Power supply mode settings 107 Sleep and Music 108 HDD Protection Utility...
... Connecting your computer to a network ....... 91 Exploring audio features 91 Recording sounds 91 Using external speakers or headphones ....... 92 Using the Web Camera 93 Using the Memory card reader 93 Inserting memory media 94 Removing memory media 94 Chapter 5: Utilities 96 eco Utility 97 Password Utility 98 Using a supervisor password 98 Using a user password 100 Deleting a user password 102 System Settings 103 Sleep Utilities 105 USB Sleep and Charge 105 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 107 Power supply mode settings 107 Sleep and Music 108 HDD Protection Utility...
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... procedures needed to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or...
... procedures needed to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of contents and the index to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or...
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... the USB 3.0 port (if available). The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that it does not respond 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 the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable). 58 Getting Started Using the touch pad ❖ Temporarily disable the touch pad...
... the USB 3.0 port (if available). The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that it does not respond 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 the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable). 58 Getting Started Using the touch pad ❖ Temporarily disable the touch pad...
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...-key keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 138. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on page 85 Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened...
...-key keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 138. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on page 85 Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened...
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..., press the Windows® ( ) key to increase its capabilities and functionality. Using a microphone 1 If you are in the Search field, type Sound Recorder. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click or touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. Exploring audio features You can connect your network administrator. Recording sounds You may record sounds using the computer's internal microphones (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. Connecting your selection. If...
..., press the Windows® ( ) key to increase its capabilities and functionality. Using a microphone 1 If you are in the Search field, type Sound Recorder. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click or touch the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. Exploring audio features You can connect your network administrator. Recording sounds You may record sounds using the computer's internal microphones (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. Connecting your selection. If...
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... enabled, the computer's battery will now work for compatible port.In that case, if there is a USB port that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that interfaces with metal products, for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the computer is turned OFF. USB...
... enabled, the computer's battery will now work for compatible port.In that case, if there is a USB port that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that interfaces with metal products, for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the computer is turned OFF. USB...
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110 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn. 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. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close.
110 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn. 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. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close.
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... or touch Troubleshoot from discs or Web sites are several options: Refresh your PC (with computers. There are removed ❖ A list of expertise with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your level of removed apps is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen...
... or touch Troubleshoot from discs or Web sites are several options: Refresh your PC (with computers. There are removed ❖ A list of expertise with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your level of removed apps is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen...
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... F8 key during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Advanced options Choosing this option presents you with another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in the event they have been improperly set of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to reset your PC" on this menu were available by the user. Startup Repair...
... F8 key during the Windows® boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows® using your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Advanced options Choosing this option presents you with another set . ❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in the event they have been improperly set of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to reset your PC" on this menu were available by the user. Startup Repair...
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... the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. Display Auto Off may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you are using the built-in screen, make of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. (This only applies to models with the keyboard...
... the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. Display Auto Off may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you are using the built-in screen, make of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. (This only applies to models with the keyboard...
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... used assume a basic understanding of the screen and, in the Desktop screen, press the Windows® ( ) key to connect through. 128 If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more advanced users. Click or touch Control Panel, select System and Security, and then System. SSIDs are attempting to display the Start screen. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch...
... used assume a basic understanding of the screen and, in the Desktop screen, press the Windows® ( ) key to connect through. 128 If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more advanced users. Click or touch Control Panel, select System and Security, and then System. SSIDs are attempting to display the Start screen. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch...
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... broadband modem, by Windows®. 1 From the Start screen, type Cmd. 2 Click Command Prompt. 3 Enter IPCONFIG/ALL, and then press ENTER. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on this : ❖ Use the Windows® operating system to close a program and lose unsaved changes. 129 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. Problems with WEP keys, in particular...
... broadband modem, by Windows®. 1 From the Start screen, type Cmd. 2 Click Command Prompt. 3 Enter IPCONFIG/ALL, and then press ENTER. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on this : ❖ Use the Windows® operating system to close a program and lose unsaved changes. 129 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. Problems with WEP keys, in particular...
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... restore the Windows® operating system to the state it was in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to the installation, undoing any changes that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies 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 installing hardware and software...
... restore the Windows® operating system to the state it was in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to the installation, undoing any changes that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies 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 installing hardware and software...
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... have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Their function is the point of reference for long-term storage of an electric circuit are connected. Compare software. See also Sleep, Suspend. The primary (or only) hard disk in a computer is usually fixed, but some external media and are removable. 153 Glossary Function key-(1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn the computer...
... have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Their function is the point of reference for long-term storage of an electric circuit are connected. Compare software. See also Sleep, Suspend. The primary (or only) hard disk in a computer is usually fixed, but some external media and are removable. 153 Glossary Function key-(1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn the computer...
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... adaptor 38 AC power 74 AC power light 38 accessing network 91 adding memory 44 optional external devices 43 adequate ventilation cooling fan 37 adjusting touch pad settings 57 Advanced Startup options 117 app, starting 70 App, starting from Start screen 70 apps starting from Start screen 70 audio features 91 B backing up files 64, 71 Backlit keyboard 68 battery battery life 73 160 care 82, 83 changing 82 charge indicator light 39 charge time 74 charger 74 charging 39, 74 charging the real...
... adaptor 38 AC power 74 AC power light 38 accessing network 91 adding memory 44 optional external devices 43 adequate ventilation cooling fan 37 adjusting touch pad settings 57 Advanced Startup options 117 app, starting 70 App, starting from Start screen 70 apps starting from Start screen 70 audio features 91 B backing up files 64, 71 Backlit keyboard 68 battery battery life 73 160 care 82, 83 changing 82 charge indicator light 39 charge time 74 charger 74 charging 39, 74 charging the real...
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... to a network 91 external device 58 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 59 power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 61 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 132 desktop creating new icon 88 exploring the 87 icons 88 recycle bin 88 standard features 86, 87 Device Manager fixing a problem 120 directing display output 60 disabling touch pad 58 display troubleshooting 124 display configuration modes 65 display devices external 59 display output settings 60 display, external adjusting 61 disposal...
... to a network 91 external device 58 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 59 power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 61 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 132 desktop creating new icon 88 exploring the 87 icons 88 recycle bin 88 standard features 86, 87 Device Manager fixing a problem 120 directing display output 60 disabling touch pad 58 display troubleshooting 124 display configuration modes 65 display devices external 59 display output settings 60 display, external adjusting 61 disposal...
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...40 internal storage drive recovery 44 K keyboard function keys 67 special Windows® keys 67 troubleshooting 123 using 66 keys function keys 67 L LEDs system indicator lights 77 AC adaptor light 76 AC power light 38, 39 battery light 39 Web Camera light 93 Licenses 17 M maintaining your battery 83 memory adding 44 Memory card reader inserting memory media 94 removing memory media 94 using 93 microphone using 91 monitor problems troubleshooting 123 monitoring battery power 76 mouse properties 69 moving the computer 62 N network accessing 91 connecting your computer 91 networking wireless 90...
...40 internal storage drive recovery 44 K keyboard function keys 67 special Windows® keys 67 troubleshooting 123 using 66 keys function keys 67 L LEDs system indicator lights 77 AC adaptor light 76 AC power light 38, 39 battery light 39 Web Camera light 93 Licenses 17 M maintaining your battery 83 memory adding 44 Memory card reader inserting memory media 94 removing memory media 94 using 93 microphone using 91 monitor problems troubleshooting 123 monitoring battery power 76 mouse properties 69 moving the computer 62 N network accessing 91 connecting your computer 91 networking wireless 90...
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... Micro HDMI™ Out 59 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 38 cord/cable 39 cord/cable connectors 144 energy-saving features 72 power down shut down 41 power light 77 power management 74 optimum performance 74 power plans selecting power plan options 80 power saving options 79 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 127 problem solving contacting Toshiba 136 Startup options 117 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 74 recording sounds 91 recovery creating recovery media 45 installing drivers and...
... Micro HDMI™ Out 59 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 38 cord/cable 39 cord/cable connectors 144 energy-saving features 72 power down shut down 41 power light 77 power management 74 optimum performance 74 power plans selecting power plan options 80 power saving options 79 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 127 problem solving contacting Toshiba 136 Startup options 117 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 74 recording sounds 91 recovery creating recovery media 45 installing drivers and...
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... external display problems 124 external keyboard 123 external monitor 123 good computing habits 129 hard disk drive is slow 126 high-pitched noise 127 installing hardware/software 133 keyboard 123 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 125 power and battery 121 printer 127 restore points 130 screen does not look correct/ flickers 124 slow Internet connection 119 sound system 126 trouble running programs 126 URL address not found 119 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 134 USB Wakeup function does not work 135 Windows...
... external display problems 124 external keyboard 123 external monitor 123 good computing habits 129 hard disk drive is slow 126 high-pitched noise 127 installing hardware/software 133 keyboard 123 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 125 power and battery 121 printer 127 restore points 130 screen does not look correct/ flickers 124 slow Internet connection 119 sound system 126 trouble running programs 126 URL address not found 119 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 134 USB Wakeup function does not work 135 Windows...