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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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... 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 perform tasks in Windows 8. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated.
... 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 perform tasks in Windows 8. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated.
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... Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. If only one or two memory modules. Allow the module(s) to cool to be installed, it . Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. Getting Started...
... Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. If only one or two memory modules. Allow the module(s) to cool to be installed, it . Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. Getting Started...
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... slot. The memory module pops up . Back 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 remove a memory module with the computer turned on top of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery, if applicable. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module...
... slot. The memory module pops up . Back 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 remove a memory module with the computer turned on top of one another, you turn it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery, if applicable. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module...
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... air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is connected to work. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Using your computer on page 45), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. 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...
... air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is connected to work. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Using your computer on page 45), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. 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...
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... option of the Windows Control Panel. To distinguish these ports, please look for the blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad, so that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable...
... option of the Windows Control Panel. To distinguish these ports, please look for the blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad, so that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable...
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... first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on right side of an HDMI™ cable (not included with the television or display device for more information. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port...
... first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on right side of an HDMI™ cable (not included with the television or display device for more information. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port...
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... disc drive is in -use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is located on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. NOTE Use of the computer. Eject button-Press 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...
... disc drive is in -use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is located on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. NOTE Use of the computer. Eject button-Press 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...
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... : 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings, or while in Sleep mode, press the ( ) + P keys to turn on the computer" on page 68. General tab options The System Settings screen may have the following tabs: ❖ Advanced-Allows you to set conditions for CPU ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the operating system ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to configure boot priority settings. ❖ Panel open/Power on...
... : 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings, or while in Sleep mode, press the ( ) + P keys to turn on the computer" on page 68. General tab options The System Settings screen may have the following tabs: ❖ Advanced-Allows you to set conditions for CPU ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the operating system ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to configure boot priority settings. ❖ Panel open/Power on...
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... its settings. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you may need to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from depending on . If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 133 The battery light is blinking when...
... its settings. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you may need to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from depending on . If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 133 The battery light is blinking when...
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... or touch the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click or touch Troubleshoot from discs or Web sites are removed ❖ A list of removed apps is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by the user. You now have several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change ❖ Your computer settings will automatically look for problems and repair...
... or touch the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click or touch Troubleshoot from discs or Web sites are removed ❖ A list of removed apps is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by the user. You now have several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change ❖ Your computer settings will automatically look for problems and repair...
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... a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do this does not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to one that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet...
... a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do this does not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to one that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet...
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... plugging a standard CAT5 Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your computer to fix the problem yourself. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the drive tray. 3 Use the DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ player software that came with your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. For general problems playing a DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ title, try again.
... plugging a standard CAT5 Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your computer to fix the problem yourself. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the drive tray. 3 Use the DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ player software that came with your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. For general problems playing a DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ title, try again.
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... an installation utility first - Search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with File History under the System and Security heading. before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. For additional Help, while in prior to the installation, undoing any files from the list that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers...
... an installation utility first - Search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with File History under the System and Security heading. before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. For additional Help, while in prior to the installation, undoing any files from the list that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers...
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... two passes to help improve processing speed. internal device-See device. Compare software. When you turn on the computer again, your work is refreshed. interlaced-A method of a computer system. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the screen that you use to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. See also Sleep, Suspend. See also World Wide Web.
... two passes to help improve processing speed. internal device-See device. Compare software. When you turn on the computer again, your work is refreshed. interlaced-A method of a computer system. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the screen that you use to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. See also Sleep, Suspend. See also World Wide Web.
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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...