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... 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 computer 60 Adjusting...
... 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 computer 60 Adjusting...
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... network ....... 92 Exploring audio features 92 Recording sounds 92 Using external speakers or headphones ....... 93 Using the Web Camera 94 Using the Memory card reader 94 Inserting memory media 95 Removing memory media 95 Chapter 5: Utilities 97 eco Utility 98 Password Utility 99 Using a supervisor password 99 Using a user password 101 Deleting a user password 103 System Settings 104 Sleep Utilities 106 USB Sleep and Charge 106 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 108 Power supply mode settings 108 Function Key 110 Recovery Media Creator 111 Service Station 111 TOSHIBA...
... network ....... 92 Exploring audio features 92 Recording sounds 92 Using external speakers or headphones ....... 93 Using the Web Camera 94 Using the Memory card reader 94 Inserting memory media 95 Removing memory media 95 Chapter 5: Utilities 97 eco Utility 98 Password Utility 99 Using a supervisor password 99 Using a user password 101 Deleting a user password 103 System Settings 104 Sleep Utilities 106 USB Sleep and Charge 106 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 108 Power supply mode settings 108 Function Key 110 Recovery Media Creator 111 Service Station 111 TOSHIBA...
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... 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. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖...
... 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. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖...
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... you have created to external media using , and then press the ENTER key. If you restore your computer must be connected to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your work " on page 45. For more information, see "Creating recovery media" on page 72). The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on...
... you have created to external media using , and then press the ENTER key. If you restore your computer must be connected to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your work " on page 45. For more information, see "Creating recovery media" on page 72). The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on...
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..., some models may automatically detect the external device. 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 see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your computer. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. 58 Getting Started Using the touch pad...
..., some models may automatically detect the external device. 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 see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your computer. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. 58 Getting Started Using the touch pad...
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..., the backlight turns on when you type on the keyboard and turns off . Used in Windows: ❖ Windows key-Toggles between the Start screen and the last app opened, or between the Desktop and Start screens if no apps are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page...
..., the backlight turns on when you type on the keyboard and turns off . Used in Windows: ❖ Windows key-Toggles between the Start screen and the last app opened, or between the Desktop and Start screens if no apps are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page...
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... the Windows ( ) key to the computer. 2 From the Start screen begin typing Sound Recorder and click or touch your network administrator. Exploring audio features You can use an external microphone, connect it to display the Start screen. You can connect your computer to a network You can listen to increase its capabilities and functionality. Connecting your computer to a network to sound files or audio CDs using the computer's internal microphones (available on certain models) or by connecting an optional external microphone. Start Recording...
... the Windows ( ) key to the computer. 2 From the Start screen begin typing Sound Recorder and click or touch your network administrator. Exploring audio features You can use an external microphone, connect it to display the Start screen. You can connect your computer to a network You can listen to increase its capabilities and functionality. Connecting your computer to a network to sound files or audio CDs using the computer's internal microphones (available on certain models) or by connecting an optional external microphone. Start Recording...
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... specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during standby and hibernation or when the computer is a USB port that case, if there is turned off. 107 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...
... specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during standby and hibernation or when the computer is a USB port that case, if there is turned off. 107 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...
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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. 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 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. 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.
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Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows Boot menu will be changed back to fix the problem. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your level of expertise with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When...
Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows Boot menu will be changed back to fix the problem. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your level of expertise with user's data)" on the severity of the problem and your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When...
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... your display settings in an advanced troubleshooting mode Advanced options Choosing this menu were available by the user System Image Recovery Windows will automatically look for advanced users. Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is a very powerful tool for problems and repair them if possible. Command Prompt The command prompt is installed ❖ Manually by pressing the F8 key during the Windows boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows using a specific...
... your display settings in an advanced troubleshooting mode Advanced options Choosing this menu were available by the user System Image Recovery Windows will automatically look for advanced users. Restore points may be created: ❖ When new hardware or software is a very powerful tool for problems and repair them if possible. Command Prompt The command prompt is installed ❖ Manually by pressing the F8 key during the Windows boot process: ❖ Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows using a specific...
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... documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to its previous setting. If you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. Press any key to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Display Auto Off may need to models with a 10-key keypad.) To capture only the active window displayed, press FN + ALT...
... documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to its previous setting. If you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. Press any key to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Display Auto Off may need to models with a 10-key keypad.) To capture only the active window displayed, press FN + ALT...
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... to the Internet. i.e., that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is good using the utility provided with a support technician at the upper-right corner of networks, and may be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi) networking. 128 If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more advanced users. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your computer...
... to the Internet. i.e., that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is good using the utility provided with a support technician at the upper-right corner of networks, and may be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi) networking. 128 If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more advanced users. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your computer...
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.... Problems with WEP keys, in new firmware releases. one other than the private address of your internal storage drive. Here are frequently addressed in particular, are some ways you should not rely solely on page 64 for recent firmware upgrades. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on your network. ❖ If you to an optical disc, or external hard disk. Save your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. Use Windows...
.... Problems with WEP keys, in new firmware releases. one other than the private address of your internal storage drive. Here are frequently addressed in particular, are some ways you should not rely solely on page 64 for recent firmware upgrades. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on your network. ❖ If you to an optical disc, or external hard disk. Save your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. Use Windows...
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... battery power. Before installing anything goes wrong, you need any changes that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optional external writable optical disc drives, scanners, etc.) and software applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for "back up files". Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore...
... battery power. Before installing anything goes wrong, you need any changes that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optional external writable optical disc drives, scanners, etc.) and software applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for "back up files". Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore...
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... that are connected. Compare software. When you turn on the keyboard. See also Sleep, Suspend. Hibernation-A feature of programs and data. Hard disks hold much more information than analog signal. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used for voltages in the circuit. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination...
... that are connected. Compare software. When you turn on the keyboard. See also Sleep, Suspend. Hibernation-A feature of programs and data. Hard disks hold much more information than analog signal. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used for voltages in the circuit. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination...
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... computer to a network 92 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 89 exploring the 88 icons 89 recycle bin 89 standard features 87, 88 Device Manager fixing a problem 120 directing display output 60 disabling touch pad 58 display troubleshooting 124 display configuration modes 66 display devices external 59 display output settings 60 display, external adjusting 61 disposal...
... computer to a network 92 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 89 exploring the 88 icons 89 recycle bin 89 standard features 87, 88 Device Manager fixing a problem 120 directing display output 60 disabling touch pad 58 display troubleshooting 124 display configuration modes 66 display devices external 59 display output settings 60 display, external adjusting 61 disposal...
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... time 40 internal storage drive recovery 44 K keyboard function keys 68 special Windows keys 68 troubleshooting 123 using 67 keys function keys 68 L LEDs system indicator lights 78 AC adaptor light 77 AC power light 38, 39 battery light 39 Web Camera light 94 Licenses 17 lock computer, using 62 M maintaining your battery 84 memory adding 44 Memory card reader inserting memory media 95 removing memory media 95 using 94 microphone using 92 monitor problems troubleshooting 123 monitoring battery power 77 mouse properties 70 moving the computer 62 N network accessing 92 connecting your computer...
... time 40 internal storage drive recovery 44 K keyboard function keys 68 special Windows keys 68 troubleshooting 123 using 67 keys function keys 68 L LEDs system indicator lights 78 AC adaptor light 77 AC power light 38, 39 battery light 39 Web Camera light 94 Licenses 17 lock computer, using 62 M maintaining your battery 84 memory adding 44 Memory card reader inserting memory media 95 removing memory media 95 using 94 microphone using 92 monitor problems troubleshooting 123 monitoring battery power 77 mouse properties 70 moving the computer 62 N network accessing 92 connecting your computer...
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... HDMI Out 59 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 38 cord/cable 39 cord/cable connectors 143 energy-saving features 73 power down shut down 41 power management 75 optimum performance 75 power plans selecting power plan options 81 power saving options 80 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 127 problem solving contacting Toshiba 136 Startup options 117 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 75 recording sounds 92 recovery creating recovery media 45 installing drivers and applications 54 internal storage drive...
... HDMI Out 59 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 38 cord/cable 39 cord/cable connectors 143 energy-saving features 73 power down shut down 41 power management 75 optimum performance 75 power plans selecting power plan options 81 power saving options 80 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 127 problem solving contacting Toshiba 136 Startup options 117 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 75 recording sounds 92 recovery creating recovery media 45 installing drivers and applications 54 internal storage drive...
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... backup 132 Device Manager 120 display error message 124 display problems screen is blank 123 error message, warning resume failure 115 Error-checking 125 external display problems 124 external keyboard 123 external monitor 123 FN + PRTSC key 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...
... backup 132 Device Manager 120 display error message 124 display problems screen is blank 123 error message, warning resume failure 115 Error-checking 125 external display problems 124 external keyboard 123 external monitor 123 FN + PRTSC key 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...