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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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.... ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are...
.... ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows 8. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. 26 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are...
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...: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 44) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 66) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 41. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. See "Setting up your software" on the underside of the computer. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot.
...: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 44) ❖ Connect external devices (see "Connecting an external device" on page 66) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 41. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. See "Setting up your software" on the underside of the computer. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be hot.
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... is in Slot A. The computer has two memory slots, allowing you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the top slot. NOTE For this model, Slot A is to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on...
... is in Slot A. The computer has two memory slots, allowing you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the top slot. NOTE For this model, Slot A is to step 5. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use a Phillips screwdriver of the screen. 2 When the Windows® Charms appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on...
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... turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will not be saved. 6 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing...
... turns off. 5 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will not be saved. 6 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing...
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... inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the 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. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer is turned on a hard flat surface. Always...
... inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the 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. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer is turned on a hard flat surface. Always...
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... protected from the work . The System window appears. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor 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. Make sure to the login in Sleep mode). Upon restarting your...
... protected from the work . The System window appears. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor 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. Make sure to the login in Sleep mode). Upon restarting your...
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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 "Installing a memory module" on page 59. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will use to refresh your system without your internal storage drive if necessary. otherwise, click Cancel. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Creating recovery media...
... 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" on page 59. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will use to refresh your system without your internal storage drive if necessary. otherwise, click Cancel. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Creating recovery media...
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... 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 right side of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI™ port, please refer to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your Quick Start document. An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* HDMI™ Out port...
... 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 right side of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI™ port, please refer to see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on your Quick Start document. An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* HDMI™ Out port...
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... & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the computer. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the keyboard and turns off . Learning the Basics 73 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on page 146. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you stop typing. Special Windows...
... & Support, or see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the computer. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the keyboard and turns off . Learning the Basics 73 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on page 146. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you stop typing. Special Windows...
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... service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. 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). You may use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory...
... service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. 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). You may use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory...
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... (with computers. 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 these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Reset your computer ❖ All of your personal files and apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are changed back to their defaults For more information...
... (with computers. 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 these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Reset your computer ❖ All of your personal files and apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are changed back to their defaults For more information...
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... using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. You can change the settings for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings...
... using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. You can change the settings for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings...
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... the Windows® Help and Support screen. If the device is often necessary to run an installation utility first - Before installing anything goes wrong, you need any changes that accompany the hardware or software. before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. For additional Help, while in prior to the installation, undoing any files from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers...
... the Windows® Help and Support screen. If the device is often necessary to run an installation utility first - Before installing anything goes wrong, you need any changes that accompany the hardware or software. before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. For additional Help, while in prior to the installation, undoing any files from the list that appears. 2 Click Save backup copies of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers...
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... Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is returned to help improve processing speed. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that you use to perform a task instead of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. K keyboard shortcut-A key...
... Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is returned to help improve processing speed. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that you use to perform a task instead of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. K keyboard shortcut-A key...
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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...