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... in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your PC (with user's data 57 Reset your PC 59 Installing drivers and applications 62 Using the touch pad 63 Adjusting touch pad settings 65 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 66 Connecting an external device 66 Using external display devices 66 Selecting video cables 67 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
... in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your PC (with user's data 57 Reset your PC 59 Installing drivers and applications 62 Using the touch pad 63 Adjusting touch pad settings 65 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 66 Connecting an external device 66 Using external display devices 66 Selecting video cables 67 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible...
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... Wireless networking problems 148 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems 149 Develop good computing habits 150 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 151 If you need further assistance 156 Contacting Toshiba 157 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 157 Toshiba's worldwide offices 157 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 159 Functions 159 Help file 160 Display brightness 160 Output (Display switch 161 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 162 Media buttons 162 Volume Mute 163 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............163 Keyboard Function...
... Wireless networking problems 148 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems 149 Develop good computing habits 150 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 151 If you need further assistance 156 Contacting Toshiba 157 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 157 Toshiba's worldwide offices 157 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 159 Functions 159 Help file 160 Display brightness 160 Output (Display switch 161 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 162 Media buttons 162 Volume Mute 163 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............163 Keyboard Function...
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... information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. 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: ❖...
... information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. 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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... the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the underside of the screen or swipe in minor bodily injury. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. You will be installed in good condition. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be lost. Failure to be hot. If the...
... the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the underside of the screen or swipe in minor bodily injury. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. You will be installed in good condition. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be lost. Failure to be hot. If the...
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... one another, you turn it on top 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 battery, if applicable. The memory module pops up . Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Do not try...
... one another, you turn it on top 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 battery, if applicable. The memory module pops up . Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Do not try...
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... with the socket latches. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor near...
... with the socket latches. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor near...
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... for the blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. You can also connect the following types of the Windows Control Panel. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI™ or RGB port, please refer to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on your Quick Start document.
... for the blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. You can also connect the following types of the Windows Control Panel. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI™ or RGB port, please refer to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on your Quick Start document.
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... television or display device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port* HDMI™ Out port* RGB (monitor) port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on right 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. Connecting an HDMI™...
... television or display device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port* HDMI™ Out port* RGB (monitor) port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on right 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. Connecting an HDMI™...
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.... Optical disc drive components The optical disc drive is located on your keyboard to release the disc tray. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive (Sample Image) Sound properties window ❖ If you want to use the internal speakers, click the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys on the side of the touch pad or a mouse is in -use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is not supported within the...
.... Optical disc drive components The optical disc drive is located on your keyboard to release the disc tray. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive (Sample Image) Sound properties window ❖ If you want to use the internal speakers, click the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys on the side of the touch pad or a mouse is in -use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is not supported within the...
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... Utilities System Settings System Settings System Settings is turned off. ❖ CPU-Allows you to set conditions for various functions ❖ Boot Options-Allows you to change various default settings for the operating system ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to configure boot priority settings. ❖ Panel open/Power on-Allows you to turn on the computer" on the computer when opening the display panel while the computer is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system...
... Utilities System Settings System Settings System Settings is turned off. ❖ CPU-Allows you to set conditions for various functions ❖ Boot Options-Allows you to change various default settings for the operating system ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to configure boot priority settings. ❖ Panel open/Power on-Allows you to turn on the computer" on the computer when opening the display panel while the computer is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system...
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... of the problem and your computer. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these problems, use the AC adaptor that shipped with computers. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). The output specifications of the AC adaptor must match the input specifications of the computer. If the battery light is blinking when...
... of the problem and your computer. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these problems, use the AC adaptor that shipped with computers. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). The output specifications of the AC adaptor must match the input specifications of the computer. If the battery light is blinking when...
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... use a Restore point to return the computer to a state at which it was performing properly. Automatic Repair This feature automates the repair process. Restore points are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is not working 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of removed apps is saved to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your screen. 3 Click or touch the Restart option from the menu...
... use a Restore point to return the computer to a state at which it was performing properly. Automatic Repair This feature automates the repair process. Restore points are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is not working 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of removed apps is saved to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your screen. 3 Click or touch the Restart option from the menu...
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... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to make sure the display priority is incorrect or the current settings do this...
... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to make sure the display priority is incorrect or the current settings do this...
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... Ethernet port. DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems (Available on page 159. ❖ Use IPCONFIG to fix the problem yourself. one other than the private address of your router or 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 certain models.) If you experience a problem playing DVDs or Blu...
... Ethernet port. DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems (Available on page 159. ❖ Use IPCONFIG to fix the problem yourself. one other than the private address of your router or 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 certain models.) If you experience a problem playing DVDs or Blu...
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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, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page...
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, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page...
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... instead of refreshing a computer screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of a computer system. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to create a complete screen image. 173 Glossary hardware-The physical components of...
... instead of refreshing a computer screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of a computer system. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to create a complete screen image. 173 Glossary hardware-The physical components of...
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... or display device 67 monitor 67 power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 36 customize computer settings 69 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 153 desktop creating new icon 104 exploring the 104 icons 104 recycle bin 105 standard features 103, 104 Desktop Assist 113 Media & Entertainment tab 114 Support & Recovery tab 116 Tools & Utilities tab 115 Device Manager fixing a problem 137 directing display output 68 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 141 display devices external...
... or display device 67 monitor 67 power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 36 customize computer settings 69 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 153 desktop creating new icon 104 exploring the 104 icons 104 recycle bin 105 standard features 103, 104 Desktop Assist 113 Media & Entertainment tab 114 Support & Recovery tab 116 Tools & Utilities tab 115 Device Manager fixing a problem 137 directing display output 68 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 141 display devices external...
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... Disc™ player troubleshooting 149 DVDs using 78 E eco power plan 94 eco Utility® 117 eject button optical disc drive 80 eject, optical disc drive 81 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad 162 ENERGY STAR® 24 exploring desktop 104 Start screen 102 external display device HDMI™ Out port 67 external display, adjusting 69 F files backing up 73, 78 saving 78 Function Key 127 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 163 Function keys 162 display brightness 160 Help file 160 keyboard Function keys 163 media buttons 162 Output (Display switch) 161 volume...
... Disc™ player troubleshooting 149 DVDs using 78 E eco power plan 94 eco Utility® 117 eject button optical disc drive 80 eject, optical disc drive 81 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad 162 ENERGY STAR® 24 exploring desktop 104 Start screen 102 external display device HDMI™ Out port 67 external display, adjusting 69 F files backing up 73, 78 saving 78 Function Key 127 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 163 Function keys 162 display brightness 160 Help file 160 keyboard Function keys 163 media buttons 162 Output (Display switch) 161 volume...
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... 85 power down shut down 42 power light 90 power management 87 optimum performance 87 power plans selecting power plan options 93 power saving options 92 precautions safety 34 printer troubleshooting 147 problem solving contacting Toshiba 157 Startup options 133 projector connecting 67 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 86 recording sounds 108 recovery creating recovery media 54 installing drivers and applications 62 internal storage drive 53 refresh your PC 57 reset your PC 59 restoring from recovery media 56 Recovery Media Creator...
... 85 power down shut down 42 power light 90 power management 87 optimum performance 87 power plans selecting power plan options 93 power saving options 92 precautions safety 34 printer troubleshooting 147 problem solving contacting Toshiba 157 Startup options 133 projector connecting 67 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 86 recording sounds 108 recovery creating recovery media 54 installing drivers and applications 62 internal storage drive 53 refresh your PC 57 reset your PC 59 restoring from recovery media 56 Recovery Media Creator...
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... 163 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 159 touch pad using 63 touch screen navigation 75 traveling tips 101 troubleshooting 140 AC power light is blinking 132 battery light is blinking 133 bookmarked site not found 136 checking device properties 137 computer will not start 131 contacting Toshiba 156 corrupted/damaged data files 144 data/entire system backup 153 Device Manager 137 display error message 141 display problems screen is blank 140 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ player 149 eject button 145 error...
... 163 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 159 touch pad using 63 touch screen navigation 75 traveling tips 101 troubleshooting 140 AC power light is blinking 132 battery light is blinking 133 bookmarked site not found 136 checking device properties 137 computer will not start 131 contacting Toshiba 156 corrupted/damaged data files 144 data/entire system backup 153 Device Manager 137 display error message 141 display problems screen is blank 140 DVD Blu-ray Disc™ player 149 eject button 145 error...