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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 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 44 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 51 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 52 Creating recovery media 53 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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... Using Startup options to fix problems 124 Internet problems 126 The Windows® operating system can help you 127 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 127 Checking device properties 127 Memory problems 128 Power and the batteries 129 Keyboard problems 130 Display problems 131 Disk or storage drive problems 133 Error-checking 133 Sound system problems 135 Printer problems 135 Wireless networking problems 136 Develop good computing habits 138 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 139 If you need further assistance 143 Contacting Toshiba...
... Using Startup options to fix problems 124 Internet problems 126 The Windows® operating system can help you 127 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 127 Checking device properties 127 Memory problems 128 Power and the batteries 129 Keyboard problems 130 Display problems 131 Disk or storage drive problems 133 Error-checking 133 Sound system problems 135 Printer problems 135 Wireless networking problems 136 Develop good computing habits 138 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 139 If you need further assistance 143 Contacting Toshiba...
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Contents 23 Toshiba's worldwide offices 144 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 146 Functions 146 Help file 147 Display brightness 147 Output (Display switch 148 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 149 Media buttons 149 Volume Mute 150 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............150 Keyboard Function keys 150 Zoom (Display resolution 150 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 151 Glossary 152 Index 166
Contents 23 Toshiba's worldwide offices 144 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 146 Functions 146 Help file 147 Display brightness 147 Output (Display switch 148 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 149 Media buttons 149 Volume Mute 150 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............150 Keyboard Function keys 150 Zoom (Display resolution 150 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 151 Glossary 152 Index 166
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...-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to perform tasks in Windows 8. 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.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice.
...-date product information about the features and specifications on your computer, or to perform tasks in Windows 8. 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.com. Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice.
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...; Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 66) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on the underside of today's popular applications. Failure to run most of the computer. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software. The...
...; Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 66) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on the underside of today's popular applications. Failure to run most of the computer. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software. The...
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... the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. If the computer is on may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the correct size that is being accessed, you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. otherwise, skip to install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in Slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is...
... the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. If the computer is on may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the correct size that is being accessed, you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. otherwise, skip to install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in Slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is...
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... and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. NOTE To locate your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to your memory module slot cover, please...
... and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. NOTE To locate your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to your memory module slot cover, please...
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... underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 17 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer is in serious injury. 19 Reconnect the cables. 20 Restart the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor...
... underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 17 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer is in serious injury. 19 Reconnect the cables. 20 Restart the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor...
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.... The System window appears. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is turned on a carpet or other soft material can check that the computer has recognized the change. 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.
.... The System window appears. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is turned on a carpet or other soft material can check that the computer has recognized the change. 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.
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... recover your system and reinstall Windows®. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Creating recovery media Description This option allows you to create the recovery media you will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. 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 (complete steps 1-10 in "Installing a memory module...
... recover your system and reinstall Windows®. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Creating recovery media Description This option allows you to create the recovery media you will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. 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 (complete steps 1-10 in "Installing a memory module...
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... USB 3.0 port (if available). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to your Quick Start document. You can also connect the following types of computer Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device (if applicable). An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video port on page 149. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default...
... USB 3.0 port (if available). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to your Quick Start document. You can also connect the following types of computer Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device (if applicable). An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* HDMI™ Out port* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video port on page 149. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default...
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...; Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the Start screen. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you type on the keyboard and turns off . For more information refer to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 146. Learning the Basics 73 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not...
...; Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the Start screen. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you type on the keyboard and turns off . For more information refer to Help & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 146. Learning the Basics 73 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not...
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... 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 your home country or region. Additionally, TOSHIBA may disable the PC Health Monitor at any way. You may use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures...
... 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 your home country or region. Additionally, TOSHIBA may disable the PC Health Monitor at any way. You may use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures...
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... settings won't change the system in the lower right corner of removed apps is not working ❖ The operating system responds differently from the menu. 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 program or adding a device. You now have several options to choose from discs or Web sites are removed ❖ A list...
... settings won't change the system in the lower right corner of removed apps is not working ❖ The operating system responds differently from the menu. 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 program or adding a device. You now have several options to choose from discs or Web sites are removed ❖ A list...
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... change the settings for each of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. If this , press F4. The screen does not look correct. Display Auto Off may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check 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...
... change the settings for each of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. If this , press F4. The screen does not look correct. Display Auto Off may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check 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...
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... the installation, undoing any changes that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for "back up your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up DVD(s) on...
... the installation, undoing any changes that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for "back up your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up DVD(s) on...
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... screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that represents a function, file, or program. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is returned to create a complete screen...
... screen, in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that represents a function, file, or program. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is returned to create a complete screen...
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... backup troubleshooting 140 desktop creating new icon 94 exploring the 94 icons 94 recycle bin 95 standard features 93, 94 Desktop Assist 103 Media & Entertainment tab 104 Support & Recovery tab 106 Tools & Utilities tab 105 Device Manager fixing a problem 127 directing display output 67 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 132 display devices external 66 display output settings 67 display, external adjusting 68 disposal information 17 disposing of used batteries 90 E eco power plan 86 eco Utility® 107 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad...
... backup troubleshooting 140 desktop creating new icon 94 exploring the 94 icons 94 recycle bin 95 standard features 93, 94 Desktop Assist 103 Media & Entertainment tab 104 Support & Recovery tab 106 Tools & Utilities tab 105 Device Manager fixing a problem 127 directing display output 67 disabling touch pad 66 display troubleshooting 132 display devices external 66 display output settings 67 display, external adjusting 68 disposal information 17 disposing of used batteries 90 E eco power plan 86 eco Utility® 107 enabling touch pad 66 enabling/disabling touch pad...
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... setup using your computer for the first time 41 installation memory module 44 installing a charged battery 88 battery 86 memory modules 44 internal storage drive recovery 52 K keyboard function keys 73 special Windows® keys 73 troubleshooting 130 using 72 keys function keys 73 L LEDs system indicator lights 81 AC adaptor light 81 AC power light 37, 39 battery light 39, 40 Web Camera light 99 Licenses 16 lock computer, using 70 M maintaining your battery 90 memory adding (optional) 44 check total memory 51 removing memory module slot cover 46 Memory card reader inserting memory media...
... setup using your computer for the first time 41 installation memory module 44 installing a charged battery 88 battery 86 memory modules 44 internal storage drive recovery 52 K keyboard function keys 73 special Windows® keys 73 troubleshooting 130 using 72 keys function keys 73 L LEDs system indicator lights 81 AC adaptor light 81 AC power light 37, 39 battery light 39, 40 Web Camera light 99 Licenses 16 lock computer, using 70 M maintaining your battery 90 memory adding (optional) 44 check total memory 51 removing memory module slot cover 46 Memory card reader inserting memory media...
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... offices 144 Toshiba accessories memory 44 TOSHIBA Application Installer 119 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 150 zooming out 150 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 146 touch pad using 63 traveling tips 91 troubleshooting 131 AC power light is blinking 122 battery light is blinking 123 bookmarked site not found 126 checking device properties 127 computer will not start 121 contacting Toshiba 143 corrupted/damaged data files 135 data/entire system backup 140 Device Manager 127 display error message 132 display problems screen is...
... offices 144 Toshiba accessories memory 44 TOSHIBA Application Installer 119 TOSHIBA Function key zooming in 150 zooming out 150 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 146 touch pad using 63 traveling tips 91 troubleshooting 131 AC power light is blinking 122 battery light is blinking 123 bookmarked site not found 126 checking device properties 127 computer will not start 121 contacting Toshiba 143 corrupted/damaged data files 135 data/entire system backup 140 Device Manager 127 display error message 132 display problems screen is...