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... in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 44 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 51 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 52 Creating recovery media 53 Restoring from recovery media 55 Refresh your PC (with user's data 56 Reset your PC 59 Installing drivers and applications 61 Using the touch pad 62 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 44 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 51 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 52 Creating recovery media 53 Restoring from recovery media 55 Refresh your PC (with user's data 56 Reset your PC 59 Installing drivers and applications 61 Using the touch pad 62 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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... a user password 115 System Settings 116 Sleep and Charge 117 USB Sleep and Charge 117 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......119 Power supply mode settings 119 Function Key 120 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 121 PC Health Monitor 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer............126 The Windows® operating system is not working 128 Using Startup options to fix problems 129 Internet problems...
... a user password 115 System Settings 116 Sleep and Charge 117 USB Sleep and Charge 117 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......119 Power supply mode settings 119 Function Key 120 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 121 PC Health Monitor 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer............126 The Windows® operating system is not working 128 Using Startup options to fix problems 129 Internet problems...
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... 145 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 146 If you need further assistance 151 Contacting Toshiba 151 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 151 Toshiba's worldwide offices 152 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 153 Functions 153 Help file 154 Display brightness 154 Output (Display switch 155 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 156 Media buttons 156 Volume Mute 157 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............157 Keyboard Function keys 157 Zoom (Display resolution 157 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 158 Glossary 159...
... 145 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 146 If you need further assistance 151 Contacting Toshiba 151 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 151 Toshiba's worldwide offices 152 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 153 Functions 153 Help file 154 Display brightness 154 Output (Display switch 155 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 156 Media buttons 156 Volume Mute 157 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............157 Keyboard Function keys 157 Zoom (Display resolution 157 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 158 Glossary 159...
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... Series. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. 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 change without notice. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com...
... Series. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. 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 change without notice. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com...
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... use complex software or process large amounts of data. After starting your software" on page 41. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Allow the module(s) to cool to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 66) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on the underside of today's popular applications. See "Setting...
... use complex software or process large amounts of data. After starting your software" on page 41. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Allow the module(s) to cool to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 66) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on the underside of today's popular applications. See "Setting...
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... the slot 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 17 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) Back of the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Using your computer on page 93. 18 Turn...
... the slot 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 17 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) Back of the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Using your computer on page 93. 18 Turn...
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... memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Upon restarting your computer, touch any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor with any key to return to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is connected to work...
... memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Upon restarting your computer, touch any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor with any key to return to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is connected to work...
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... internal storage drive recovery options are deleted, you to recover your internal storage drive as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 44), and then check that Reset your PC See "Refresh your recovery media. A recovery image of your computer is a security feature to a new internal storage drive from your data. 52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
... internal storage drive recovery options are deleted, you to recover your internal storage drive as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 44), and then check that Reset your PC See "Refresh your recovery media. A recovery image of your computer is a security feature to a new internal storage drive from your data. 52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
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... touch pad with the heel of your typing technique to avoid accidental contact with the touch pad. To: Zoom in To zoom out: ❖ Place two fingers slightly apart on the touch pad and then slide them together. (Sample Illustration) Zooming out Adjusting touch pad settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by itself" to random locations on the screen...
... touch pad with the heel of your typing technique to avoid accidental contact with the touch pad. To: Zoom in To zoom out: ❖ Place two fingers slightly apart on the touch pad and then slide them together. (Sample Illustration) Zooming out Adjusting touch pad settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by itself" to random locations on the screen...
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... HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* 66 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. You can also connect the following : ❖ Press the touch pad ON/OFF ( ) button. ❖ Press F5. 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 external device...
... HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* 66 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. You can also connect the following : ❖ Press the touch pad ON/OFF ( ) button. ❖ Press F5. 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 external device...
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Getting Started 67 Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on right side of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you 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 the side of your computer...
Getting Started 67 Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports on right side of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you 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 the side of your computer...
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... device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. The collected information 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 computer and related devices and logs service...
... device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. The collected information 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 computer and related devices and logs service...
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...; The screen does not look 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 start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of removed apps is not working 129 ❖ The operating system...
...; The screen does not look 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 start properly, you change ❖ Your computer settings will launch. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of removed apps is not working 129 ❖ The operating system...
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... Wrong Display problems Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you through the display options. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
... Wrong Display problems Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you through the display options. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
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... drive fails. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it, the next most valuable component of your computer system is the data you will then be a recent backup of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software...
... drive fails. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it, the next most valuable component of your computer system is the data you will then be a recent backup of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software...
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... a function, file, or program. Compare non-interlaced. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to perform a task instead of a computer system. internal device-See device. Interlaced monitors take two passes to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to create a complete screen image. See also HDMI. See also Sleep, Suspend...
... a function, file, or program. Compare non-interlaced. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to perform a task instead of a computer system. internal device-See device. Interlaced monitors take two passes to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to create a complete screen image. See also HDMI. See also Sleep, Suspend...
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... power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 36 customize computer settings 69 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 148 desktop creating new icon 99 exploring the 99 icons 99 recycle bin 100 standard features 98, 99 Desktop Assist 108 Media & Entertainment tab 109 Support & Recovery tab 111 Tools & Utilities tab 110 Device Manager fixing a problem 132 directing display output 68 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 137 display devices external 66 display output settings 68 display, external adjusting...
... power cord/cable 39 power source 38 cooling fan adequate ventilation 36 customize computer settings 69 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 148 desktop creating new icon 99 exploring the 99 icons 99 recycle bin 100 standard features 98, 99 Desktop Assist 108 Media & Entertainment tab 109 Support & Recovery tab 111 Tools & Utilities tab 110 Device Manager fixing a problem 132 directing display output 68 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 137 display devices external 66 display output settings 68 display, external adjusting...
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... troubleshooting 144 DVDs using 77 E eco power plan 91 eco Utility® 112 eject button optical disc drive 78 eject, optical disc drive 78 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad 156 ENERGY STAR® 24 exploring desktop 99 Start screen 97 external display device HDMI™ Out port 66 RGB (monitor) port 67 external display, adjusting 69 F files backing up 73, 76 saving 76 Function Key 120 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 157 Function keys 156 display brightness 154 Help file 154 keyboard Function keys 157 media buttons 156 Output (Display switch) 155 volume...
... troubleshooting 144 DVDs using 77 E eco power plan 91 eco Utility® 112 eject button optical disc drive 78 eject, optical disc drive 78 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad 156 ENERGY STAR® 24 exploring desktop 99 Start screen 97 external display device HDMI™ Out port 66 RGB (monitor) port 67 external display, adjusting 69 F files backing up 73, 76 saving 76 Function Key 120 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 157 Function keys 156 display brightness 154 Help file 154 keyboard Function keys 157 media buttons 156 Output (Display switch) 155 volume...
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... 82 power down shut down 42 power light 86 power management 84 optimum performance 84 power plans selecting power plan options 89 power saving options 89 precautions safety 34 printer troubleshooting 141 problem solving contacting Toshiba 151 Startup options 129 projector connecting 67 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 83 recording sounds 103 recovery creating recovery media 53 installing drivers and applications 61 internal storage drive 52 refresh your PC 56 reset your PC 59 restoring from recovery media 55 Recovery Media Creator...
... 82 power down shut down 42 power light 86 power management 84 optimum performance 84 power plans selecting power plan options 89 power saving options 89 precautions safety 34 printer troubleshooting 141 problem solving contacting Toshiba 151 Startup options 129 projector connecting 67 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 83 recording sounds 103 recovery creating recovery media 53 installing drivers and applications 61 internal storage drive 52 refresh your PC 56 reset your PC 59 restoring from recovery media 55 Recovery Media Creator...
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... Sleep and Charge 117 Sleep mode 43 sounds recording 103 speakers using external 103 Start screen exploring the 97 starting an app 75 starting an app from Start screen 75 Startup menu problem solving 129 supervisor password, deleting 114 supervisor password, set up 113 system indicator lights AC power 37 drive in-use indicator 78 LEDs 39, 40, 86, 104 System Settings 116 T taking care of battery 94 taskbar 100 television adjusting display 69 Tiles Start screen 99 tips for computing 72 Toshiba...
... Sleep and Charge 117 Sleep mode 43 sounds recording 103 speakers using external 103 Start screen exploring the 97 starting an app 75 starting an app from Start screen 75 Startup menu problem solving 129 supervisor password, deleting 114 supervisor password, set up 113 system indicator lights AC power 37 drive in-use indicator 78 LEDs 39, 40, 86, 104 System Settings 116 T taking care of battery 94 taskbar 100 television adjusting display 69 Tiles Start screen 99 tips for computing 72 Toshiba...