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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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... to change without notice. Your particular model may not have all subject to find specific information. 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 stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba...
... to change without notice. Your particular model may not have all subject to find specific information. 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 stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba...
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... "Setting up your software" on page 66) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page 41. The surrounding area may be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 44) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting...
... "Setting up your software" on page 66) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page 41. The surrounding area may be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 44) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting...
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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. 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). Overheating your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned...
... the slot 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 17 Re-insert the main battery. 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). Overheating your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned...
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... have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Upon restarting your computer is in Sleep mode). In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer, touch any object. ❖ Never place your computer or...
... have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Upon restarting your computer is in Sleep mode). In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer, touch any object. ❖ Never place your computer or...
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... 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 (complete steps 1-10 in the sections below. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with user's data)" on page 53. If you to perform the action, click Continue; This option allows you were trying to remove...
... 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 (complete steps 1-10 in the sections below. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with user's data)" on page 53. If you to perform the action, click Continue; This option allows you were trying to remove...
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... slightly apart on -screen pointer may be replaced by the next character you type. ❖ Temporarily disable the touch pad, so that it does not respond to touch or button presses while you type. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by computer model. The touch pad settings are typing, the 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...
... slightly apart on -screen pointer may be replaced by the next character you type. ❖ Temporarily disable the touch pad, so that it does not respond to touch or button presses while you type. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by computer model. The touch pad settings are typing, the 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...
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... the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* 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 (if applicable). You can also connect the following types of the following: ❖ Press the touch pad...
... the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* 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 (if applicable). You can also connect the following types of the following: ❖ Press the touch pad...
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... see if you first need a larger screen. 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 an HDMI™ cable (not included with the television or display device for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the manual that came with your...
... see if you first need a larger screen. 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 an HDMI™ cable (not included with the television or display device for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Refer to the manual that came with your...
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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 initial system use this information for various devices). It may use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. Additionally, TOSHIBA may also be transferred to...
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 initial system use this information for various devices). It may use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. Additionally, TOSHIBA may also be transferred to...
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... settings will launch. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you installed from discs or Web sites are removed ❖ A list of removed apps is not working 129 ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. There are changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu...
... settings will launch. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you installed from discs or Web sites are removed ❖ A list of removed apps is not working 129 ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. There are changed back to their defaults For more information, see "Reset your screen. 3 Click the Restart option from the menu...
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.... This opens the Personalization window. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. If you through the display options. 136 If Something Goes Wrong Display problems Display problems Here 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 on the external monitor...
.... This opens the Personalization window. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. If you through the display options. 136 If Something Goes Wrong Display problems Display problems Here 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 on the external monitor...
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... internal storage drive. Search for your files. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. Most of your data. Click Control Panel from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies 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 new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
... internal storage drive. Search for your files. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. Most of your data. Click Control Panel from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies 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 new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive...
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... services. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the screen that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of a computer system. When you use to create a complete screen image. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables...
... services. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the screen that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of a computer system. When you use to create a complete screen image. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables...
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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...