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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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... model may not have all subject to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, 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 change without notice. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed...
... model may not have all subject to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, 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 change without notice. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed...
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... 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to room temperature before they have cooled. 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. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the...
... 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to room temperature before they have cooled. 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. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the...
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... 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 on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 97. 6 Turn the computer...
... 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 on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the memory module. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 97. 6 Turn the computer...
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... cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is displayed below the System heading. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. 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 "Installing a memory module...
... cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is displayed below the System heading. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. 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 "Installing a memory module...
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... Mouse Properties option 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 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 your computer. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your Quick Start document. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Adjust...
... Mouse Properties option 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 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 your computer. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your Quick Start document. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Adjust...
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... detect the external display device. Refer to the HDMI™ Out port, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. 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 computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came...
... detect the external display device. Refer to the HDMI™ Out port, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. 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 computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came...
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... 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 . NOTE Use of the computer. Your optical disc drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical disc drive Drive in use indicator light-Indicates when the drive...
... 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 . NOTE Use of the computer. Your optical disc drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical disc drive Drive in use indicator light-Indicates when the drive...
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... functions ❖ Boot Options-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it : 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings, or while in which your computer searches the drives for CPU ❖ Display-Allows you turn on the computer when opening the display panel while the computer is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system. To access...
... functions ❖ Boot Options-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it : 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings, or while in which your computer searches the drives for CPU ❖ Display-Allows you turn on the computer when opening the display panel while the computer is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system. To access...
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..., the Windows® Boot menu will launch. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change the system in the Startup menu to choose from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may need to your computer. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system...
..., the Windows® Boot menu will launch. If Windows® fails to start properly, you change the system in the Startup menu to choose from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may need to your computer. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system...
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... 59. Restore points are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will automatically look for problems and repair them if possible. The Operating System will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by the user. Automatic Repair This feature automates the repair process. 134 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 2 Press the Power button in the...
... 59. Restore points are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will automatically look for problems and repair them if possible. The Operating System will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by the user. Automatic Repair This feature automates the repair process. 134 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 2 Press the Power button in the...
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... Themes panel (Desktop Background, Color, Sounds, and Screen Saver). To do not work with your computer, in a blank area of the Windows® desktop. 2 Click or touch Personalize, and then Display. 3 Use the menu on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to : ❖ Adjust resolution ❖ Adjust brightness ❖ Calibrate color ❖ Change display settings If you through the display options. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your hardware. Reduce...
... Themes panel (Desktop Background, Color, Sounds, and Screen Saver). To do not work with your computer, in a blank area of the Windows® desktop. 2 Click or touch Personalize, and then Display. 3 Use the menu on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to : ❖ Adjust resolution ❖ Adjust brightness ❖ Calibrate color ❖ Change display settings If you through the display options. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your hardware. Reduce...
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... active network adapter will be able to fix the problem yourself. For general problems playing a DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ title, try again. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on certain models.) If you experience a problem playing DVDs or Blu-ray™ Discs, you should confer with a support technician at a later time. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware...
... active network adapter will be able to fix the problem yourself. For general problems playing a DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ title, try again. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on certain models.) If you experience a problem playing DVDs or Blu-ray™ Discs, you should confer with a support technician at a later time. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware...
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... F1 key to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before connecting a new hardware item to the computer. If the device is often necessary to run an installation utility first - Click or touch Control Panel...
... F1 key to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before connecting a new hardware item to the computer. If the device is often necessary to run an installation utility first - Click or touch Control Panel...
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... function, if connected with HDMI cables. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that you turn on the screen that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of refreshing a computer screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open...
... function, if connected with HDMI cables. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that you turn on the screen that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of refreshing a computer screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open...
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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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... Sleep mode 43 Sleep Utilities 123 sounds recording 108 speakers using external 108 Start screen exploring the 102 starting an app 77 starting an app from Start screen 77 Startup menu problem solving 133 supervisor password, deleting 119 supervisor password, set up 118 system indicator lights AC power 37 drive in-use indicator 80 LEDs 39, 40, 89, 90, 109 System Settings 122 T taking care of battery 98 taskbar 105 television adjusting display 69 Tiles Start screen 104 tips for computing 72 Toshiba...
... Sleep mode 43 Sleep Utilities 123 sounds recording 108 speakers using external 108 Start screen exploring the 102 starting an app 77 starting an app from Start screen 77 Startup menu problem solving 133 supervisor password, deleting 119 supervisor password, set up 118 system indicator lights AC power 37 drive in-use indicator 80 LEDs 39, 40, 89, 90, 109 System Settings 122 T taking care of battery 98 taskbar 105 television adjusting display 69 Tiles Start screen 104 tips for computing 72 Toshiba...