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... in Sleep mode 47 Adding optional external devices 48 Adding memory (optional 48 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 56 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 57 Creating recovery media 58 Restoring from recovery media 60 Refresh your PC (with user's data 61 Reset your PC 64 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the touch pad 67 Adjusting touch pad settings 70 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 71 Connecting an external device 71 Using external display devices 71 Selecting video cables 72 Connecting an HDMI®-compatible...
... in Sleep mode 47 Adding optional external devices 48 Adding memory (optional 48 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 56 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 57 Creating recovery media 58 Restoring from recovery media 60 Refresh your PC (with user's data 61 Reset your PC 64 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the touch pad 67 Adjusting touch pad settings 70 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 71 Connecting an external device 71 Using external display devices 71 Selecting video cables 72 Connecting an HDMI®-compatible...
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... problems 149 Wireless networking problems 150 DVD operating problems 152 Develop good computing habits 153 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 154 If you need further assistance 159 Contacting Toshiba 159 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 159 Toshiba's worldwide offices 160 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 161 Functions 161 Help file 162 Display brightness 162 Output (Display switch 163 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 164 Media buttons 164 Volume Mute 165 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............165 Keyboard Function keys...
... problems 149 Wireless networking problems 150 DVD operating problems 152 Develop good computing habits 153 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 154 If you need further assistance 159 Contacting Toshiba 159 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 159 Toshiba's worldwide offices 160 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 161 Functions 161 Help file 162 Display brightness 162 Output (Display switch 163 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 164 Media buttons 164 Volume Mute 165 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............165 Keyboard Function keys...
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... software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to find specific information. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to perform tasks in Windows...
... software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. For the most up-to-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to find specific information. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to perform tasks in Windows...
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... in the memory module slots on page 45. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to run most of data. Your computer comes with your computer for this procedure. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software" on page 71) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page...
... in the memory module slots on page 45. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to run most of data. Your computer comes with your computer for this procedure. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software" on page 71) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page...
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... work. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen click the Power ( ) icon. If you to be installed, it must be lost. If the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
... work. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the screen click the Power ( ) icon. If you to be installed, it must be lost. If the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
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... in Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secures the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to...
... in Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE To locate your memory module slot cover, please refer to your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secures the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to...
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... lost. In either of the slot. 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 above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... lost. In either of the slot. 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 above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in screen. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. The System window appears. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Using your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect...
... the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in screen. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. The System window appears. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Using your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect...
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... Started 71 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. To enable/disable the touch pad, do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but 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 your computer. For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI...
... Started 71 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. To enable/disable the touch pad, do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but 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 your computer. For more information, see if you can easily attach an external device your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI...
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72 Getting Started Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port HDMI® Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you must...
72 Getting Started Using external display devices RGB (Monitor) port HDMI® Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you must...
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... includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). This information is not limited to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. It alerts users to the examples specified here. Additionally, TOSHIBA may disable the...
... includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). This information is not limited to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. It alerts users to the examples specified here. Additionally, TOSHIBA may disable the...
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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 troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. Reset your computer ❖ All of your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from depending on page 61. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right...
Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will be changed back to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. Reset your computer ❖ All of your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click Troubleshoot from depending on page 61. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right...
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... frequently repeat shallow charge and discharge, the battery meter may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? Is the display power set to turn on the computer. All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Changing the main battery" on page 95). You may need to be replaced. If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 143 If the...
... frequently repeat shallow charge and discharge, the battery meter may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? Is the display power set to turn on the computer. All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Changing the main battery" on page 95). You may need to be replaced. If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 143 If the...
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... that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is blank. Display Auto Off may be defective or incompatible with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. The screen does not look correct. You can change the settings for an external monitor. Click Display and then Change display settings to activate the screen. Try using the built-in screen, make of these...
... that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is blank. Display Auto Off may be defective or incompatible with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. The screen does not look correct. You can change the settings for an external monitor. Click Display and then Change display settings to activate the screen. Try using the built-in screen, make of these...
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... be a recent backup 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 read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of your computer system may be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot...
... be a recent backup 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 read from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of your computer system may be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot...
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... quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Compare software. See also Sleep, Suspend. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work, including all open files and programs, when you use to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of...
... quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Compare software. See also Sleep, Suspend. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work, including all open files and programs, when you use to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of...
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... power cord/cable 43 power source 42 cooling fan adequate ventilation 40 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 156 desktop creating new icon 105 exploring the 105 icons 105 recycle bin 106 standard features 104, 105 Desktop Assist 114 Media & Entertainment tab 115 Support & Recovery tab 117 Tools & Utilities tab 116 Device Manager fixing a problem 140 directing display output 73 disabling touch pad 71 display troubleshooting 145 display devices external 71 display output settings 73 display, external adjusting...
... power cord/cable 43 power source 42 cooling fan adequate ventilation 40 customize computer settings 74 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 156 desktop creating new icon 105 exploring the 105 icons 105 recycle bin 106 standard features 104, 105 Desktop Assist 114 Media & Entertainment tab 115 Support & Recovery tab 117 Tools & Utilities tab 116 Device Manager fixing a problem 140 directing display output 73 disabling touch pad 71 display troubleshooting 145 display devices external 71 display output settings 73 display, external adjusting...
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... troubleshooting 152 DVDs using 82 E eco power plan 97 eco Utility® 118 eject button optical disc drive 83 eject, optical disc drive 83 enabling touch pad 71 enabling/disabling touch pad 164 ENERGY STAR® 28 exploring desktop 105 Start screen 103 external display device HDMI® Out port 71 RGB (monitor) port 71 external display, adjusting 74 F files backing up 78, 82 saving 82 Function Key 128 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 165 Function keys 164 display brightness 162 Help file 162 keyboard Function keys 165 media buttons 164 Output (Display switch) 163 volume...
... troubleshooting 152 DVDs using 82 E eco power plan 97 eco Utility® 118 eject button optical disc drive 83 eject, optical disc drive 83 enabling touch pad 71 enabling/disabling touch pad 164 ENERGY STAR® 28 exploring desktop 105 Start screen 103 external display device HDMI® Out port 71 RGB (monitor) port 71 external display, adjusting 74 F files backing up 78, 82 saving 82 Function Key 128 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 165 Function keys 164 display brightness 162 Help file 162 keyboard Function keys 165 media buttons 164 Output (Display switch) 163 volume...
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... 88 power down shut down 46 power light 92 power management 90 optimum performance 90 power plans selecting power plan options 95 power saving options 95 precautions safety 38 printer troubleshooting 149 problem solving contacting Toshiba 159 Startup options 137 projector connecting 72 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 89 recording sounds 109 recovery creating recovery media 58 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 57 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 64 restoring from recovery media 60 Recovery Media Creator...
... 88 power down shut down 46 power light 92 power management 90 optimum performance 90 power plans selecting power plan options 95 power saving options 95 precautions safety 38 printer troubleshooting 149 problem solving contacting Toshiba 159 Startup options 137 projector connecting 72 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 89 recording sounds 109 recovery creating recovery media 58 installing drivers and applications 66 internal storage drive 57 refresh your PC 61 reset your PC 64 restoring from recovery media 60 Recovery Media Creator...
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..., 141 Sleep and Charge 123 Sleep mode 47 software Setup Wizard 45 sounds recording 109 speakers using external 110 Start screen exploring the 103 starting an app 81 starting an app from Start screen 81 Startup menu problem solving 137 supervisor password, deleting 120 supervisor password, set up 119 system indicator lights AC power 41 drive in-use indicator 83 LEDs 43, 44, 92, 110 System Settings 122 T taking care of battery 100 taskbar 106 television adjusting display 74 Tiles Start screen 105 tips...
..., 141 Sleep and Charge 123 Sleep mode 47 software Setup Wizard 45 sounds recording 109 speakers using external 110 Start screen exploring the 103 starting an app 81 starting an app from Start screen 81 Startup menu problem solving 137 supervisor password, deleting 120 supervisor password, set up 119 system indicator lights AC power 41 drive in-use indicator 83 LEDs 43, 44, 92, 110 System Settings 122 T taking care of battery 100 taskbar 106 television adjusting display 74 Tiles Start screen 105 tips...