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... 45 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 45 Creating recovery media 47 Restoring from recovery media 49 Refresh your PC (with user's data 50 Reset your PC 53 Installing drivers and applications 55 Using the computer in Tablet mode 56 Using the back Camera in Photography mode 57 Calibrating digital compass 58 Changing to Laptop mode 58 Changing the Screen Orientation 60 Using the Touch Screen 61 Using the touch pad 61 Adjusting touch pad settings 64 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 65 Connecting an external device 65 Using external display devices 65 Selecting video cables...
... 45 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 45 Creating recovery media 47 Restoring from recovery media 49 Refresh your PC (with user's data 50 Reset your PC 53 Installing drivers and applications 55 Using the computer in Tablet mode 56 Using the back Camera in Photography mode 57 Calibrating digital compass 58 Changing to Laptop mode 58 Changing the Screen Orientation 60 Using the Touch Screen 61 Using the touch pad 61 Adjusting touch pad settings 64 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 65 Connecting an external device 65 Using external display devices 65 Selecting video cables...
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... way around the desktop 89 Touch screen navigation 91 Windows® Store 92 Setting up for communications 92 Exploring audio features 93 Recording sounds 93 Using external speakers or headphones............94 Using the Cameras 95 Using the Memory card reader 95 Inserting memory media 96 Removing memory media 96 Chapter 5: Utilities 98 Desktop Assist 99 Media & Entertainment 100 Tools & Utilities 101 Support & Recovery 102 eco Utility 103 Setting passwords 104 Using a supervisor password 104 Using a user password 106 Deleting a user password 106 System Settings 107
... way around the desktop 89 Touch screen navigation 91 Windows® Store 92 Setting up for communications 92 Exploring audio features 93 Recording sounds 93 Using external speakers or headphones............94 Using the Cameras 95 Using the Memory card reader 95 Inserting memory media 96 Removing memory media 96 Chapter 5: Utilities 98 Desktop Assist 99 Media & Entertainment 100 Tools & Utilities 101 Support & Recovery 102 eco Utility 103 Setting passwords 104 Using a supervisor password 104 Using a user password 106 Deleting a user password 106 System Settings 107
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... USB Sleep and Charge 108 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......110 Power supply mode settings 110 Function Key 111 Cooling Performance Diagnostic Tool 112 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 113 PC Health Monitor 114 Recovery Media Creator 115 Service Station 115 TOSHIBA Application Installer 116 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 117 Problems that are easy to fix 117 Problems when you turn on the computer............118 The Windows® operating system is not working 120 Using Startup options to fix problems 120 Internet problems...
... USB Sleep and Charge 108 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......110 Power supply mode settings 110 Function Key 111 Cooling Performance Diagnostic Tool 112 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 113 PC Health Monitor 114 Recovery Media Creator 115 Service Station 115 TOSHIBA Application Installer 116 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 117 Problems that are easy to fix 117 Problems when you turn on the computer............118 The Windows® operating system is not working 120 Using Startup options to fix problems 120 Internet problems...
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24 Contents If you need further assistance 139 Contacting Toshiba 139 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 139 Toshiba's worldwide offices 140 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 141 Functions 141 Help file 142 Display brightness 142 Output (Display switch 143 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 144 Media buttons 144 Volume Mute 145 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............145 Keyboard function keys 145 Zoom (Display resolution 145 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 146 Glossary 147 Index 161
24 Contents If you need further assistance 139 Contacting Toshiba 139 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 139 Toshiba's worldwide offices 140 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 141 Functions 141 Help file 142 Display brightness 142 Output (Display switch 143 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 144 Media buttons 144 Volume Mute 145 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............145 Keyboard function keys 145 Zoom (Display resolution 145 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 146 Glossary 147 Index 161
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... tasks in Windows 8. Your particular model may not have all subject to ensure the accuracy of publication to change without notice. Introduction This guide 27 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. While Toshiba has...
... tasks in Windows 8. Your particular model may not have all subject to ensure the accuracy of publication to change without notice. Introduction This guide 27 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information. While Toshiba has...
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... computer model. The touch pad settings are typing, the on-screen pointer may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with the touch pad. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by itself" to random locations on the screen. See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 65. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad, so that it is less responsive to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. The on-screen pointer may be replaced...
... computer model. The touch pad settings are typing, the on-screen pointer may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with the touch pad. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by itself" to random locations on the screen. See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 65. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad, so that it is less responsive to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. The on-screen pointer may be replaced...
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... directions that came with a built-in display, but you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. Getting Started 65 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. Your computer may automatically detect the external device. HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video port on back of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on the external device (if applicable). To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5.
... directions that came with a built-in display, but you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. Getting Started 65 Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. Your computer may automatically detect the external device. HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video port on back of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on the external device (if applicable). To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5.
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... secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on the Start screen. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on certain models.) Your keyboard may have a backlight illumination feature. For more information refer to Help & Support, or see "Functions...
... secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on the Start screen. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on certain models.) Your keyboard may have a backlight illumination feature. For more information refer to Help & Support, or see "Functions...
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... the power of the external device connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will be depleted even when the power of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will now work for safety reasons. ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is turned OFF. NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to the external devices which are compliant with the USB specification. The "USB Wakeup function...
... the power of the external device connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will be depleted even when the power of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will now work for safety reasons. ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is turned OFF. NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to the external devices which are compliant with the USB specification. The "USB Wakeup function...
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... computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). 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 system conditions that may use this information for various devices). The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA's obligations under...
... computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). 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 system conditions that may use this information for various devices). The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA's obligations under...
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... Windows® operating system is not working Once you are several options to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will launch. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in some way such as installing a new application or adding a device. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. Using Startup options to fix problems...
... Windows® operating system is not working Once you are several options to start properly twice, the Windows® Boot menu will launch. To enter the Boot menu manually: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Press the Power button in some way such as installing a new application or adding a device. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... installed from discs or Web sites are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by the user. If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 121 You now have several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change ❖ Your computer settings will be changed...
... installed from discs or Web sites are created: ❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will "Recover" the Operating system using a specific image provided by the user. If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 121 You now have several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your files and personalization settings won't change ❖ Your computer settings will be changed...
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... keyboard error messages. You may need to be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. The keyboard you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power, see "Taking care of your keyboard driver. If you through the display options...
... keyboard error messages. You may need to be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. The keyboard you are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power, see "Taking care of your keyboard driver. If you through the display options...
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... Start screen, type Control. An external hard drive is required. Since problems with File History under the System and Security heading. Search for "back up your files with either hardware or software can write to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Follow these steps to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Click Control Panel from optical discs...
... Start screen, type Control. An external hard drive is required. Since problems with File History under the System and Security heading. Search for "back up your files with either hardware or software can write to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Follow these steps to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Click Control Panel from optical discs...
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.... I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. See also World Wide Web. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that you use to create a complete screen image. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of a computer system. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of...
.... I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. See also World Wide Web. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that you use to create a complete screen image. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of a computer system. hot swapping-The ability to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of...
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... adaptor 38 AC power 77 AC power light 38 adding memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 45 adequate ventilation cooling fan 37 adjusting touch pad settings 64 app, starting 72 App, starting from Start screen 72 apps starting from Start screen 72 audio features 93 B back camera Photography mode 57 backing up files 70, 73 Backlit keyboard 71 battery battery life 76 care 85 changing 84 charge indicator light 40 charge time 77 charger 77 charging 41, 77 charging the real-time clock...
... adaptor 38 AC power 77 AC power light 38 adding memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 45 adequate ventilation cooling fan 37 adjusting touch pad settings 64 app, starting 72 App, starting from Start screen 72 apps starting from Start screen 72 audio features 93 B back camera Photography mode 57 backing up files 70, 73 Backlit keyboard 71 battery battery life 76 care 85 changing 84 charge indicator light 40 charge time 77 charger 77 charging 41, 77 charging the real-time clock...
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... Media & Entertainment tab 100 Support & Recovery tab 102 Tools & Utilities tab 101 Device Manager fixing a problem 123 digital compass calibrating 58 directing display output 66 disabling touch pad 65 display troubleshooting 127 display devices external 65 display output settings 66 display, external adjusting 67 disposal information 18 disposing of your computer 85 E eco power plan 84 eco Utility® 103 enabling touch pad 65 enabling/disabling touch pad 144 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 89 Start screen 87 external display device HDMI™ Out port 65 external display, adjusting...
... Media & Entertainment tab 100 Support & Recovery tab 102 Tools & Utilities tab 101 Device Manager fixing a problem 123 digital compass calibrating 58 directing display output 66 disabling touch pad 65 display troubleshooting 127 display devices external 65 display output settings 66 display, external adjusting 67 disposal information 18 disposing of your computer 85 E eco power plan 84 eco Utility® 103 enabling touch pad 65 enabling/disabling touch pad 144 ENERGY STAR® 25 exploring desktop 89 Start screen 87 external display device HDMI™ Out port 65 external display, adjusting...
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...42 installing memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 31 internal storage drive recovery 45 K keyboard function keys 71 special Windows® keys 71 troubleshooting 126 using 70 keys function keys 71 L Laptop mode 56 change to 58 LEDs system indicator lights 80 AC adaptor light 79 AC power light 38, 40 battery light 40, 41 Web Camera light 95 Licenses 17 M maintaining your battery 85 memory adding (optional) 45 Memory card reader inserting memory media 96 removing memory media 96 using 95 microphone using 93 monitor problems troubleshooting 126 monitoring battery power 79...
...42 installing memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 31 internal storage drive recovery 45 K keyboard function keys 71 special Windows® keys 71 troubleshooting 126 using 70 keys function keys 71 L Laptop mode 56 change to 58 LEDs system indicator lights 80 AC adaptor light 79 AC power light 38, 40 battery light 40, 41 Web Camera light 95 Licenses 17 M maintaining your battery 85 memory adding (optional) 45 Memory card reader inserting memory media 96 removing memory media 96 using 95 microphone using 93 monitor problems troubleshooting 126 monitoring battery power 79...
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.../cable connectors 146 energy-saving features 75 power down shut down 43 power management 77 optimum performance 77 power plans selecting power plan options 83 power saving options 82 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 130 problem solving contacting Toshiba 139 Startup options 120 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 77 recording sounds 93 recovery creating recovery media 47 installing drivers and applications 55 internal storage drive 45 refresh your PC 50 reset your PC 53 restoring from recovery media...
.../cable connectors 146 energy-saving features 75 power down shut down 43 power management 77 optimum performance 77 power plans selecting power plan options 83 power saving options 82 precautions safety 35 printer troubleshooting 130 problem solving contacting Toshiba 139 Startup options 120 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 77 recording sounds 93 recovery creating recovery media 47 installing drivers and applications 55 internal storage drive 45 refresh your PC 50 reset your PC 53 restoring from recovery media...
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... not start 118 contacting Toshiba 139 corrupted/damaged data files 130 data/entire system backup 136 Device Manager 123 display error message 127 display problems screen is blank 126 error message, warning resume failure 119 Error-checking 128 external display problems 127 external keyboard 126 external monitor 126 good computing habits 133 hard disk drive is slow 129 high-pitched noise 130 installing hardware/software 137 keyboard 126 keyboard will not respond 118 memory problems 124 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 128
... not start 118 contacting Toshiba 139 corrupted/damaged data files 130 data/entire system backup 136 Device Manager 123 display error message 127 display problems screen is blank 126 error message, warning resume failure 119 Error-checking 128 external display problems 127 external keyboard 126 external monitor 126 good computing habits 133 hard disk drive is slow 129 high-pitched noise 130 installing hardware/software 137 keyboard 126 keyboard will not respond 118 memory problems 124 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 128
