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... your computer in Sleep mode 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory 46 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 46 Creating recovery media 47 Restoring from recovery media 50 Refresh your PC (with user's data 51 Reset your PC 53 Installing drivers and applications 56 Using the touch pad 57 Adjusting touch pad settings 59 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 60 Connecting an external device 60 Using external display devices 61 Selecting video cables 61 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 61 Connecting an external monitor or projector 62...
... your computer in Sleep mode 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Adding memory 46 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 46 Creating recovery media 47 Restoring from recovery media 50 Refresh your PC (with user's data 51 Reset your PC 53 Installing drivers and applications 56 Using the touch pad 57 Adjusting touch pad settings 59 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 60 Connecting an external device 60 Using external display devices 61 Selecting video cables 61 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 61 Connecting an external monitor or projector 62...
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... Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 126 Internet problems 128 The Windows® operating system can help you 129 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 129 Checking device properties 129 Power and the batteries 130 Keyboard problems 132 Display problems 132 Disk or storage drive problems 134 Error-checking 134 Optical disc drive problems 136 Sound system problems 139 Printer problems 139 Wireless networking problems 140 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems 142 Develop good computing habits 143 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating...
... Using Startup options to fix problems ......... 126 Internet problems 128 The Windows® operating system can help you 129 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 129 Checking device properties 129 Power and the batteries 130 Keyboard problems 132 Display problems 132 Disk or storage drive problems 134 Error-checking 134 Optical disc drive problems 136 Sound system problems 139 Printer problems 139 Wireless networking problems 140 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems 142 Develop good computing habits 143 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating...
Satellite L40/L50/L70/S40/S50/S70-B Series Windows 8.1 User's Guide
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... computer, or to change without notice. 28 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. 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 find specific information. You can...
... computer, or to change without notice. 28 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. 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 find specific information. You can...
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... 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 a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable). Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on...
... 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 a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable). Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on...
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... power of the computer is turned OFF. As such, we recommend that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when enabling the USB Sleep and Charge function. ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with metal products, for compatible port.In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge functioncompatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the computer, the battery...
... power of the computer is turned OFF. As such, we recommend that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when enabling the USB Sleep and Charge function. ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with metal products, for compatible port.In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge functioncompatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the computer, the battery...
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... use a different charging device. Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in the utility and turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. 119 Utilities Function Key NOTE With certain external devices, the USB Sleep...
... use a different charging device. Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by pressing specific keys either singly or in the utility and turn notifications ON/OFF. 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key. 2 Click or touch Function Key. The Function Key screen appears. (Sample Image) Function Key 3 Slide the ON/OFF switch to enable/disable the notification. 4 Click or touch Close. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. 119 Utilities Function Key NOTE With certain external devices, the USB Sleep...
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... severity of the problem and your level of removed apps is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you installed from depending on page 51. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in from the menu. The computer restarts. 7 Click or touch Troubleshoot from 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 installed from depending on page 51. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change the system in from the menu. The computer restarts. 7 Click or touch Troubleshoot from the...
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... "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by pressing the 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. 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 the user System Image Recovery Windows...
... "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by pressing the 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. 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 the user System Image Recovery Windows...
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... it . Make sure a program is connected to a power source and turned on the computer (for example, if the battery is in the drive. If you need to remove a disc and cannot turn on . Never use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to the optical disc drive eject button on certain models.) You cannot access a disc in the small hole next to press the manual eject button. This button is...
... it . Make sure a program is connected to a power source and turned on the computer (for example, if the battery is in the drive. If you need to remove a disc and cannot turn on . Never use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to the optical disc drive eject button on certain models.) You cannot access a disc in the small hole next to press the manual eject button. This button is...
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.... The IP address for recent firmware upgrades. If your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 152. ❖ Use IPCONFIG to display the Start screen. Click or touch the Search ( ) icon at a later time. Click or touch Control Panel, select System and Security, and then System. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. Problems with a support technician at the upper-right...
.... The IP address for recent firmware upgrades. If your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 152. ❖ Use IPCONFIG to display the Start screen. Click or touch the Search ( ) icon at a later time. Click or touch Control Panel, select System and Security, and then System. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. Problems with a support technician at the upper-right...
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... screen, press the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start screen. The optical disc drive should appear in the list. 6 See "Checking device properties" on page 129 for instructions on optical disc drives and their operation. Click or touch Computer from turning off the display using Device Manager to view the optical disc drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for when to get it cleaned. 5 From the Start screen, type Computer. Change the setting for new information on using...
... screen, press the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start screen. The optical disc drive should appear in the list. 6 See "Checking device properties" on page 129 for instructions on optical disc drives and their operation. Click or touch Computer from turning off the display using Device Manager to view the optical disc drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for when to get it cleaned. 5 From the Start screen, type Computer. Change the setting for new information on using...
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... browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 146). ❖ Have your back up files". follow the installation instructions that the installation utility left behind. before connecting a new hardware item to do so. 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...
... browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 146). ❖ Have your back up files". follow the installation instructions that the installation utility left behind. before connecting a new hardware item to do so. 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...
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... activates a memory resident program. H hard disk-A storage device composed of keys that are connected. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- See also Sleep, Suspend. 166 Glossary Function key-(1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that can control another while using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
... activates a memory resident program. H hard disk-A storage device composed of keys that are connected. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)- See also Sleep, Suspend. 166 Glossary Function key-(1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that can control another while using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
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... TV or display device 61 monitor 62 power cord/cable 41 power source 40 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 64 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 146 desktop creating new icon 99 exploring the 98 icons 99 recycle bin 99 standard features 97, 98 Device Manager fixing a problem 129 directing display output 62 disabling touch pad 60 display troubleshooting 133 display devices external 61 display output settings 62 display, external adjusting 63 disposal information 19 disposing of used batteries 93
... TV or display device 61 monitor 62 power cord/cable 41 power source 40 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 64 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 146 desktop creating new icon 99 exploring the 98 icons 99 recycle bin 99 standard features 97, 98 Device Manager fixing a problem 129 directing display output 62 disabling touch pad 60 display troubleshooting 133 display devices external 61 display output settings 62 display, external adjusting 63 disposal information 19 disposing of used batteries 93
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...-ray Disc™ player troubleshooting 142 DVDs using 72 E eco power plan 88 eco Utility® 108 eject button optical disc drive 75 eject, optical disc drive 75 enabling touch pad 60 enabling/disabling touch pad 155 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 98 Start screen 96 external display device HDMI™ Out port 61 external display, adjusting 63 F files backing up 67, 72 saving 72 Function Key 119 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 156 Function keys 155 display brightness 153 Help file 153 keyboard Function keys 156 media buttons 155 Output (Display switch) 154 volume...
...-ray Disc™ player troubleshooting 142 DVDs using 72 E eco power plan 88 eco Utility® 108 eject button optical disc drive 75 eject, optical disc drive 75 enabling touch pad 60 enabling/disabling touch pad 155 ENERGY STAR® 26 exploring desktop 98 Start screen 96 external display device HDMI™ Out port 61 external display, adjusting 63 F files backing up 67, 72 saving 72 Function Key 119 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 156 Function keys 155 display brightness 153 Help file 153 keyboard Function keys 156 media buttons 155 Output (Display switch) 154 volume...
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Index 177 power light 84 power management 81 optimum performance 81 power plans selecting power plan options 87 power saving options 86 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 139 problem solving contacting Toshiba 150 Startup options 126 projector connecting 62 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 81 recording sounds 102 recovery creating recovery media 47 installing drivers and applications 56 internal storage drive 46 refresh your PC 51 reset your PC 53 restoring from recovery media 50 Recovery Media Creator 120 recycle bin icon...
Index 177 power light 84 power management 81 optimum performance 81 power plans selecting power plan options 87 power saving options 86 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 139 problem solving contacting Toshiba 150 Startup options 126 projector connecting 62 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 81 recording sounds 102 recovery creating recovery media 47 installing drivers and applications 56 internal storage drive 46 refresh your PC 51 reset your PC 53 restoring from recovery media 50 Recovery Media Creator 120 recycle bin icon...
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... 156 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 152 touch pad using 57 touch screen navigation 69 traveling tips 94 troubleshooting 132 AC power light is blinking 124 battery light is blinking 125 bookmarked site not found 128 checking device properties 129 computer will not start 123 contacting Toshiba 149 corrupted/damaged data files 135 data/entire system backup 146 Device Manager 129 display error message 133 display problems screen is blank 132 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ player 142 eject button 136 error...
... 156 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 152 touch pad using 57 touch screen navigation 69 traveling tips 94 troubleshooting 132 AC power light is blinking 124 battery light is blinking 125 bookmarked site not found 128 checking device properties 129 computer will not start 123 contacting Toshiba 149 corrupted/damaged data files 135 data/entire system backup 146 Device Manager 129 display error message 133 display problems screen is blank 132 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ player 142 eject button 136 error...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite S50-BST2NX5
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... for use ) Ports Video o HDMI® with 4K Ultra HD output capability Audio o Microphone input port o Headphone output port Data o 3 USB ports o 1 USB 3.09 port with multi-touch control Communications HD webcam and microphone 10/100/1000 Ethernet Intel® Dual-Band Wireless-AC 3160 Plus Bluetooth v 4.08 Expandability Memory Card Reader o Secure Digital, SDHC, SDXC, miniSD, microSD, Multi Media Card (shared slot; may require adapter for new Office...
... for use ) Ports Video o HDMI® with 4K Ultra HD output capability Audio o Microphone input port o Headphone output port Data o 3 USB ports o 1 USB 3.09 port with multi-touch control Communications HD webcam and microphone 10/100/1000 Ethernet Intel® Dual-Band Wireless-AC 3160 Plus Bluetooth v 4.08 Expandability Memory Card Reader o Secure Digital, SDHC, SDXC, miniSD, microSD, Multi Media Card (shared slot; may require adapter for new Office...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite S50-BST2NX5
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...° F) or >25°C (77°F) at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Some software may vary depending on the specific computer model - use of certain external peripheral products 2. use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously 7. please visit the Toshiba website at anytime without notice 2 Operating System. Satellite S50-BST2NX5 Page 2 of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections 5. If you wish to return a complete PC system...
...° F) or >25°C (77°F) at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Some software may vary depending on the specific computer model - use of certain external peripheral products 2. use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously 7. please visit the Toshiba website at anytime without notice 2 Operating System. Satellite S50-BST2NX5 Page 2 of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections 5. If you wish to return a complete PC system...
Detailed Specifications for Satellite S50-BST2NX5
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... all batteries. 14 Software. Computers configured with Microsoft® Windows 8. Benchmark rules for more information. 4 Graphics (Graphics Processing Unit). Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device. 11 USB 3.0. 5Gbps is operated on the graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other factors. Measured by MobileMark® 2012 for models...
... all batteries. 14 Software. Computers configured with Microsoft® Windows 8. Benchmark rules for more information. 4 Graphics (Graphics Processing Unit). Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device. 11 USB 3.0. 5Gbps is operated on the graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other factors. Measured by MobileMark® 2012 for models...