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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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... 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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... specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For the most up-to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba...
... specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For the most up-to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba...
User Guide
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... recently, the memory module(s) may damage the computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If only one or two memory modules. You can be installed in Slot A. Slot B is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is on may be hot. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your...
... recently, the memory module(s) may damage the computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If only one or two memory modules. You can be installed in Slot A. Slot B is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is on may be hot. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your...
User Guide
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... option. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off . Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could hang up the next time you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in -use light are off . 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to remove a memory module...
... option. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off . Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 49 Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could hang up the next time you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in -use light are off . 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to remove a memory module...
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...; operating system is saved to fix the problem. If you may need to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are removed ❖ A list of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of your screen. 3 Click or touch...
...; operating system is saved to fix the problem. If you may need to their defaults ❖ Your Apps from the Windows® Store are removed ❖ A list of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of your screen. 3 Click or touch...
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... 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 such as special toolbars for "back up files". Before installing anything that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows® operating system. before connecting a new hardware...
... 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 such as special toolbars for "back up files". Before installing anything that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows® operating system. before connecting a new hardware...
User Guide
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... platters that are connected. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- Compare software. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping-The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have secondary hard disks that can be magnetically coded with data. 183 Glossary Function key-(1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn the computer...
... platters that are connected. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- Compare software. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping-The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have secondary hard disks that can be magnetically coded with data. 183 Glossary Function key-(1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn the computer...
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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...
User Guide
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... 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 172 Output (Display switch) 171 volume mute...
... 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 172 Output (Display switch) 171 volume mute...
User Guide
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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...
User Guide
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... 167 Toshiba accessories memory 47 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 173 zooming out 173 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 169 touch pad using 67 touch screen navigation 81 traveling tips 106 troubleshooting 151 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 145 checking device properties 147 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 166 corrupted/damaged data files 154 data/entire system backup 163 Device Manager 146 display error message 152 display problems screen...
... 167 Toshiba accessories memory 47 TOSHIBA Application Installer 138 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 173 zooming out 173 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 169 touch pad using 67 touch screen navigation 81 traveling tips 106 troubleshooting 151 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 145 checking device properties 147 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 166 corrupted/damaged data files 154 data/entire system backup 163 Device Manager 146 display error message 152 display problems screen...
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... tasks in Windows 8.1. For more detailed information about your particular model, please 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 stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to find specific information.
... tasks in Windows 8.1. For more detailed information about your particular model, please 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 stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to find specific information.
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Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or...
Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or...
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... apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are changed back to reset your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Command Prompt The command prompt is installed ❖ Manually 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. Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems...
... apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are changed back to reset your current video driver at which it was performing properly. Command Prompt The command prompt is installed ❖ Manually 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. Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems...
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... Windows® operating system" on page 159). ❖ Have your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your entire computer with restore points" on hand in prior to complete the installation successfully. 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...
... Windows® operating system" on page 159). ❖ Have your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your entire computer with restore points" on hand in prior to complete the installation successfully. 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...
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... the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also Sleep, Suspend. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- Their function is returned to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have secondary hard disks that can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. 179 Glossary Function key-(1) A feature in which all open files...
... the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also Sleep, Suspend. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- Their function is returned to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have secondary hard disks that can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. 179 Glossary Function key-(1) A feature in which all open files...
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... TV or display device 72 monitor 73 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 159 desktop creating new icon 110 exploring the 109 icons 110 recycle bin 110 standard features 108, 109 Device Manager fixing a problem 142 directing display output 73 disabling touch pad 71 display troubleshooting 148 display devices external 72 display output settings 73 display, external adjusting 74 disposal information 19 disposing of used batteries 105
... TV or display device 72 monitor 73 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 159 desktop creating new icon 110 exploring the 109 icons 110 recycle bin 110 standard features 108, 109 Device Manager fixing a problem 142 directing display output 73 disabling touch pad 71 display troubleshooting 148 display devices external 72 display output settings 73 display, external adjusting 74 disposal information 19 disposing of used batteries 105
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... 88 DVD player troubleshooting 155 DVDs using 84 E eco power plan 99 eco Utility® 119 eject button optical disc drive 85 eject, optical disc drive 85 enabling touch pad 71 enabling/disabling touch pad 168 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 109 Start screen 107 external display device HDMI™ Out port 72 external display, adjusting 74 F files backing up 78, 83 saving 83 Function Key 132 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 169 Function keys 168 display brightness 166 Help file 166 keyboard Function keys 169 media buttons 168 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute...
... 88 DVD player troubleshooting 155 DVDs using 84 E eco power plan 99 eco Utility® 119 eject button optical disc drive 85 eject, optical disc drive 85 enabling touch pad 71 enabling/disabling touch pad 168 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 109 Start screen 107 external display device HDMI™ Out port 72 external display, adjusting 74 F files backing up 78, 83 saving 83 Function Key 132 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 169 Function keys 168 display brightness 166 Help file 166 keyboard Function keys 169 media buttons 168 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute...
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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 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 163 Startup options 139 projector connecting 73 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 92 recording sounds 113 recovery creating recovery media 58 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 56 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 64 restoring from recovery media 60 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 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 163 Startup options 139 projector connecting 73 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 92 recording sounds 113 recovery creating recovery media 58 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 56 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 64 restoring from recovery media 60 Recovery Media Creator...