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- Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 1
Z10 - A Series User's Guide If you need assistance: Technical support is available online at Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. At this Web site, you will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads. For - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 2
must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically. If you fail to do THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 3
OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR "critical applications." "Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 4
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact Toshiba's Support Web site at support.toshiba.com. - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 5
. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or support.toshiba.com in the United States for more - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 6
found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by or ❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 7
connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or support.toshiba.com in the United States for more - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 8
guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. ❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 9
shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 10
in any country/region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the following: EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the Information: requirements of the Low Voltage - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 11
only and does not apply to end users in other countries such as the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 12
12 France: Italia: Nederland: Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen. Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454 MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact A.R.T. (http - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 13
of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. ❖ This - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 14
stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 15
uses FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 VCCI Class - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 16
Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 17
United States and/or other countries. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. U.S. patents apply to this product. See http://patents.dts.com - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 18
to achieve our zero-wasteto-landfill goal at all our production sites. In addition to our existing waste reduction and recycling policies, Toshiba is strongly committed to reducing electronic waste. In order to ensure efficient use of resources and appropriate treatment of hazardous substances, in - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 19
Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your device's features and specifications ..... 28 Documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Selecting a place to work 29 Setting up your device 29 Connecting to a power source 30 Charging - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 20
37 Creating recovery media 39 Restoring from recovery media 41 Refresh your PC (with user's data 42 Reset your PC 45 Installing drivers and applications 47 Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device 48 Using the touch pad 49 Adjusting touch pad settings 53 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 53 - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 21
an app 64 Starting an app from the Start screen 65 Saving your work 65 Backing up your work 66 Toshiba's online resources 66 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 67 Toshiba's energy-saver design 67 Running the device on battery power 67 Battery Notice 68 Power management 69 Charging batteries 69 - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 22
98 Function Key 100 Recovery Media Creator 102 Service Station 102 TOSHIBA Application Installer 103 PC Health Monitor 104 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 105 Problems that are easy to fix 105 Problems when you turn on the device 106 The Windows® operating system is not working 108 - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 23
Contents 23 Wireless networking problems 120 Develop good computing habits 122 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 123 If you need further assistance 127 Contacting Toshiba 127 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 127 Toshiba's worldwide offices 128 Appendix A: - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 24
can accompany you wherever you go. Your computer is ENERGY STAR® qualified. Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 24 - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 25
which restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its device component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers' commitment from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 26
, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about your device, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. This guide This guide - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 27
Safety icons 27 Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 28
electronic version of the User's Guide (this document) ❖ A Quick Start document ❖ It may also include other documentation For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service programs to complement its standard limited - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 29
information on the Quick Start document (that shipped with your device) carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your device in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the device. Selecting a - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 30
plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your device, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 31
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 31 AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor To connect AC power to the device: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 32
The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The device's main battery light gives you an indication of the main - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 33
power. Initial setup The Startup screen is the first screen displayed when you turn on your device for the first time. Follow the on-screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system and begin using your device. Setting up your software When you turn on the - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 34
The first time you turn on your device, the setup guides you through steps to set up your software. Follow the on-screen instructions. Registering your device with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 35
Getting Started To Restart your device 35 Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 36
36 Getting Started To place your device in Sleep mode 3 In the lower right of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. Restart option Power (Sample Image) Restart 4 Highlight Restart, and then click or touch the Restart option. The device closes all open applications, and restarts the - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 37
54) Adding memory Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. Toshiba will not be responsible for any product damage, data loss, service or part replacement made necessary by improper installation of a memory module. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 38
device must be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ When you restore your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the device are restored. Any files that you created are not restored during this process. Be sure to separately save the files - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 39
drive for creating recovery DVDs, please visit the Toshiba web site at accessories.toshiba.com It is strongly recommended that you create . NOTE When you create recovery media, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the device are backed up to the external media and - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 40
disc drive. ❖ If you are copying files to a USB flash drive, connect a USB flash drive of the required minimum capacity (as specified in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility) to your device. All information stored on your DVDs or USB flash drive(s) will be erased during the process of creating - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 41
system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery media. For instructions on creating recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page When you restore your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the device are restored. Any files that you created - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 42
. Click or touch Yes to continue. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the process is complete, a and any Desktop Applications installed from media or websites will be deleted. Toshiba does not guarantee that your data will not be deleted during the Refresh - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 43
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 43 You can recover the factory default software (refresh your PC), while the device will attempt to back up your data using the utilities stored on your device's internal storage drive: TECHNICAL NOTE: Your data will be copied into the backup - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 44
your PC without affecting your files, and click or touch Get Started. The "Refresh your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Refresh your PC screen Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your work - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 45
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 45 9 Your system will restart. The "Refreshing your PC" window appears. When the process is complete your system will reboot your Windows® operating system. Reset your PC The recovery process deletes information stored on the internal storage - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 46
46 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 Select Remove everything and reinstall Windows, and click or touch Get Started. The "Reset your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Reset your PC screen 7 Click or touch the Next button. The "Do you want to fully clean your drive?" screen - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 47
were originally bundled with your device. NOTE You must have an Internet connection to reinstall applications. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 From the Start screen begin typing TOSHIBA Application Installer and click or touch your selection. If you are in the Desktop, move your pointer - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 48
Device Search field (Sample Image) Installing drivers and applications 2 Click or touch Next. 3 Click or touch the item you want to install. 4 Click or touch Install. 5 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation process, see "TOSHIBA Application Installer" on page 103. Using - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 49
pad buttons will not work. You will need to reinstall the touch pad driver using the TOSHIBA Application Installer. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Application Installer" on page 103. NOTE The touch pad will not work in DOS, BIOS setup, or the recovery menu. You can use the touch pad (the - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 50
50 Getting Started Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device ❖ Zoom in for a close-up view ❖ Zoom Illustration) The touch pad and associated control buttons Refer to the table below for specific instructions on performing each operation. NOTE The pointer is the icon (usually an arrow) that moves - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 51
Getting Started Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device 51 To: Do the following: Example: Select an control button. This feature varies by program. Check your program documentation for specific instructions on right-clicking. (Sample Illustration) Click the secondary (right-hand) control button - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 52
52 Getting Started Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device To: Scroll horizontally Do the following: Example: Slide two fingers along the bottom edge of the touch pad in the direction you - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 53
click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. For help with these problems, try one or more of the following: ❖ Try adjusting your typing option of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 54
54 Getting Started Using external display devices 2 Connect the external device's video or USB cable to the port on your device and to the external device. 3 Connect the external device's power cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable). Your - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 55
Getting Started Using external display devices 55 the cable to your television or display device. Refer to the manual that came with the television or display device for more information. Your device should automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 56
56 Getting Started Using external display devices This cycles through the settings in the following order (the last two options are available if an external monitor is connected): ❖ PC screen only ❖ Duplicate ❖ Extend ❖ Second screen only (Sample Image) Display options window NOTE The ( ) + P - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 57
, and then click or touch Change PC Settings. Then choose a category you wish to change. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more information, see "Power Plans" on page 75. There are additional - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 58
58 Getting Started Caring for your device Caring for your device This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your device. For information about taking care of your device's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 77. NOTE Please handle your device carefully to avoid scratching or - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 59
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the device's temporary memory until you save it to the internal storage drive. If the network you are using - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 60
60 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 61
Learning the Basics Attaching and detaching the keyboard 61 Attaching and detaching the keyboard To attach the keyboard: ❖ Align the guides on the keyboard bracket to the guide points at the bottom edge of the tablet and gently press the tablet straight down into the bracket until it clicks in - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 62
example, F9 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 129. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key opened on the Start screen. For more information refer to Help & Support, or see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 80 ❖ Application key-Has - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 63
Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard dock 63 Backlit keyboard dock Your keyboard may have a backlight illumination feature. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you type on the keyboard and turns off after a certain interval when you stop typing. You can - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 64
64 Learning the Basics Mouse properties Double-tap-Tap quickly twice to zoom in. For example, double-tap a section of a Web page to zoom in on that section. Double-tap again to zoom out. Pinch-In some apps (such as Maps and Games), you can zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 65
Learning the Basics Saving your work 65 Starting an app from the Start screen To Start an app on the Start screen, move your pointer over the appropriate tile and click or touch to open, or swipe your finger to the left from the right edge of the screen. To Start an app using the Search function, - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 66
prefer to use a highcapacity file recovery system, such as an external hard drive. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 67
in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your device to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 68
variations produced by the design of individual components. The battery life rating is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a system's battery life under any conditions other - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 69
changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the device. Always use the AC adaptor specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba AC adaptor from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Battery - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 70
page 66 Charging the RTC battery Your device has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your device's configuration settings. When fully charged, it maintains this information for up to a month when the device is powered - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 71
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 71 NOTE Depending on your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the device is turned on. To recharge the RTC battery, plug the device into a live electrical outlet and leave the device powered on for 24 hours. NOTE It is seldom necessary to - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 72
72 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the power light ( ), and the power button light. When the power light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Sleep command - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 73
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 73 TECHNICAL NOTE: The device drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The device calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 74
74 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5 Double-click or touch Battery to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 6 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 75
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 75 These power-saving options control the way in which the device is configured. By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the device before you need to recharge the battery. Microsoft® has combined these options into preset Power - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 76
76 Mobile Computing Using the eco power plan NOTE To edit a plan or to edit advanced settings, continue to the following steps. 5 Click or touch Change plan settings to choose the plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings. 6 Click or touch Change advanced power - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 77
abnormal sound Do not expose the device to fire. The battery could explode Do not turn on the device's power again until an authorized Toshiba service provider has checked it for safety. Continued use could cause a fire or rupture possibly resulting in serious injury or device failure including but - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 78
the device in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the device. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 79
mode is ON) if your device has wireless LAN capability. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 129. - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 80
® key ( ) on your keyboard or on the LCD screen to go to the Start screen. For detailed information, please refer to the Windows® Help and Support. By clicking on or touching the Desktop tile from the Start screen, you will find the Windows® settings and features you are most familiar with - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 81
Exploring Your Device's Features Exploring the Start screen 81 For detailed information on the new functionality, refer to the Windows® Help and Support. App tiles (Sample Image) Windows® Start screen Charms Use the Windows® charms to start apps, find documents, set up system components, and - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 82
features to start applications, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 83
Exploring Your Device's Features Exploring the desktop 83 Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking or touching the icon. You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element's icon from its location - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 84
84 Exploring Your Device's Features Windows® Store Notification area The notification area displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background and displays notifications. To learn more about each task, position the pointer over the icon for a few moments and a short - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 85
or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN , use the F12 key. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 129. NOTE When Airplane mode - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 86
86 Exploring Your Device's Features Exploring audio features Connecting your device to a network You can connect your device to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality. Accessing a network For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network administrator - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 87
. To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones: 1 Locate the headphone/microphone jack on the device. 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone/microphone jack. The headphone/microphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 88
: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. To use a microSD™ or miniSD™ Card, an SD™ adapter is required. The Memory card reader may also support other types of media. NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media. To copy data - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 89
reader, please refer to your Quick Start document. The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 90
you to try again later. If the media can be removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware. If the device has a spring-loaded adapter slot, see step 4; otherwise, skip to step 5. 4 Gently press the card inward to release it. The card pops out slightly. 5 Grasp the card and pull - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 91
are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system. ❖ eco Utility® ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ System Settings ❖ Function Key ❖ Recovery Media Creator ❖ Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ PC Health Monitor 91 - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 92
92 Utilities eco Utility® eco Utility® The eco Utility® monitors your power savings from using the eco power plan by tracking real-time power consumption and accumulated savings over time. To access the eco Utility®: 1 From the Start screen begin typing eco Utility. 2 Click or touch eco Utility. - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 93
protection for your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your device again. TOSHIBA supports different types of passwords on your device: ❖ A supervisor password-Prohibits unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as System Settings. This - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 94
94 Utilities Password Utility To set a supervisor password: 1 To access Supervisor Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility. 2 Click or touch Password Utility. (Sample Image) Supervisor Password tab 3 Click or touch Supervisor Password. 4 Click or touch Set. 5 Enter your - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 95
OK to exit. Using a user password A user password provides power-on password protection. Setting a user password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 96
96 Utilities Password Utility To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 To access User Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility. 2 Click or touch Password Utility. 3 Click or touch User Password. (Sample Image) User Password tab 4 Click or touch Set. 5 - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 97
Utilities Password Utility 97 Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 To access User Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility. 2 Click or touch Password Utility. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 3 Enter your password, and then click or - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 98
System Settings System Settings System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating may have the following tabs: ❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Display-Allows you - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 99
Utilities System Settings 99 ❖ Boot Options-Allows you to change the sequence in which your device searches the drives for the operating system ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to configure boot priority settings. ❖ Panel open/Power on-Allows you to turn on the device when opening the display panel - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 100
100 Utilities Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function options are disabled by default. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to activate functions by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn. Some functions show the toast notification at - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 101
❖ Cursor overlay ❖ Numeric overlay 101 Utilities Function Key (Sample Image) Function Key, detached from keyboard dock With the device detached from the keyboard dock, you can turn notifications ON/OFF for the power plan. - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 102
-box state, if necessary. For detailed information on using the utility to create recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page 39. Service Station The Service Station helps you keep your new device running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 103
Internet connection to reinstall applications. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 To access TOSHIBA Application Installer from the Start screen begin typing Application Installer. 2 Click or touch TOSHIBA Application Installer. The TOSHIBA Application Installer window appears. (Sample Image - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 104
of system conditions that may affect the performance of your TOSHIBA device. It may also be used to help diagnose problems should the device require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. Additionally, TOSHIBA may use this information for quality assurance analysis. Subject to - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 105
. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program or application - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 106
106 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the device If you are working in a program power off your device, and then restart it. Your device is not responding If you continue to have trouble after trying the steps above, and the device will not shut down, use the Reset button, located on - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 107
discharged. If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed, a program or driver may have prevented Windows® from shutting down. Data stored in the device's memory has the device starts normally, there may be a problem with the AC outlet itself, or the voltage level available from it. - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 108
been tricklecharged, it may begin working correctly again. If the trickle-charging does not prove effective, you can connect to Support Online by going to Toshiba support at support.toshiba.com. The battery light is blinking when the device is on. If the battery light is blinking when the device is - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 109
program or adding a device. If you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings. There are several - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 110
❖ When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will "Recover The Operating System will automatically look for problems and repair them if possible. Command Prompt ® using your current video driver at low resolution. This allows you to reset your - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 111
❖ Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode ❖ Enable boot logging Creates a file that lists all the drivers that are installed during startup ❖ Enable Safe Mode Starts Windows® with a minimal set of drivers and services. If the device starts and runs in Safe Mode - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 112
you still have a problem using your device, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. Getting to the the instructions You can connect to Support Online by going to Toshiba support at support.toshiba.com. Fixing a problem with drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 113
not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is causing a problem. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 114
battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. Visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your device, and for other - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 115
buttons will not work. You will need to reinstall the touch pad driver located in the Application Installer. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Application Installer" on page 103. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 116
Help. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 117
Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 1280 x 800 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 118
118 If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems 3 Right-click or touch the drive you wish to check. (Sample Image) Selecting the drive 4 In the pop-up menu, click or touch Properties. The - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 119
input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 120
problems Run the printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in the instructions ® Help and Support or contact your computer technician. ❖ If your device is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 121
Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is loaded. To access the Device Manager a support technician at a later time. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 122
this feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 59 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your internal storage you can follow every time you experience a problem with the device. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 123
self-help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals. Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system The configuration - and saves them for later recall. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software, you can easily select - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 124
124 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 8 In the input field, enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understood in the future, such as "Before installing Brand X Accounting app." Then click or touch Create. The Windows® operating system creates the restore point, - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 125
store on its internal storage drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make System and Security heading. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your files. For additional Help, while the F1 key to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Search for "back up files". General - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 126
complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows . This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data. 2 - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 127
in the USA accessories.toshiba.com Accessories information in the USA www.toshiba.ca Canada www.toshiba-Europe.com Europe www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm Japan latin.toshiba.com Mexico and all of Latin America acclaim.toshiba.com Toshiba USA Self-Service support web site laptopforums - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 128
Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States Canada Toshiba Canada Ltd. 191 McNabb Street Markham, Ontario L3R - 8H2 Canada Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D-93055 Regensburg Germany Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 129
keys provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. NOTE These TOSHIBA Function keys are only available when your device is attached to the keyboard. Functions TOSHIBA Function keys are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Lock (Instant - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 130
screen will appear and a user with a valid account will need to log back on to gain access to the computer. Power plan Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key displays the currently selectable power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each power plan, and the power plans that - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 131
Function Keys Functions Output (Display switch) Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key cycles through the display options and highlights the available options. (Only the first option is available when you do not have an external - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 132
the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is ON). ❖ Enables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is OFF). Disabling or enabling the Dual Point Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the Dual Point. To enable/disable the Dual Point press F5. For more information on using the Dual Point, see - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 133
Function key enables/disables the numeric overlay. Disabling or enabling the scroll lock Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the scroll lock. Volume Mute Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 134
key takes a snapshot of your display screen. Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom out. Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom in. Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key decreases the speaker volume. Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key increases the speaker volume. Zoom (Display - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 135
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your device ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia CSA - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 136
Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your device. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User's Guide. AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory bps bits per second CD Compact Disc CD-ROM Compact Disc - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 137
Control HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O Input/Output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet Service Provider KB kilobyte LAN Local Area Network LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light Emitting Diode MB megabyte MBps megabytes per - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 138
World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this User's Guide. A active-matrix display-A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an images on the screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a microprocessor to a simple connector. An intelligent adapter (one that is capable of - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 139
recording and playback of highdefinition video (HD). BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)-Basic instructions, stored in read-only memory (ROM), containing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 140
140 Glossary C cache-A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer's main memory. See also CPU cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. CD-An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM. - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 141
the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache, disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver-A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 142
moving the pointer to drag a selected object. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver-See device driver. DVD-An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVD-ROM. DVD-ROM (Digital Versatile [or Video] Disc Read-Only - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 143
143 Glossary eSATA-An external device that supports hot swapping and fast data transfer. Very names for an expansion device are port expander, port replicator, docking station, or network adapter. extension-See file extension. external device-See device. F file-A collection of related - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 144
Control)- One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. See also HDMI. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 145
. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 146
146 Glossary load-To move information from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into memory for processing. local area network-See LAN. logical drive-A section of a - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 147
card designed to increase the capabilities of computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral-Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer's CPU - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 148
where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor-See Central Processing Unit (CPU). program-A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 149
or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S Secure Digital (SD)-A small, portable, non-volatile memory card used to store and - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 150
them. U Universal Serial Bus (USB)-USB is a serial bus that supports data transfer. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus, program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. W Web-See - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 151
Index A AC adaptor 30 AC power 69 AC power light 30 accessing network 86 AccuPoint® primary button 49 secondary button 49 adding memory 37 optional external devices 37 adjusting touch pad settings 53 app, starting 64 App, starting from Start screen 65 apps starting from Start screen 65 audio - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 152
BIOS Setup see System Settings C caring for your device 58 changing battery 77 charging the battery 32 cleaning the device 58 communications set up 85 computing habits troubleshooting problem 112 device will not start troubleshooting 106 disabling touch pad 53 display troubleshooting TOSHIBA Dual - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 153
61 detaching 61 function keys 62 rotation lock 61 special Windows® keys 62 troubleshooting 115 using 62 keys function keys 62 L LEDs system indicator lights 72 using 88 microphone using 86 monitor connecting 55 monitor problems troubleshooting 115 monitoring battery power 71 mouse properties 64 - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 154
74 printer troubleshooting 119 problem solving contacting Toshiba 127 troubleshooting 123 running device on battery power 67 S safety device 78 disposing of device 78 icons 27 safety precautions battery 77 saving files 65 selecting a place to work 29 power plan options 75 video cables 54 Service - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 155
Toshiba 127 corrupted/damaged data files 119 data/entire system backup 125 Device Manager 112 device will not start 106 display error message 116 display problems / flickers 116 slow Internet connection 111 sound system 119 trouble running programs 119 URL address not found 111 Windows® operating - Toshiba Z10t-A | Windows 8.1 Users Guide for Portege Z10t-A Series - Page 156
Memory card reader 88 touch pad 49 Web Camera 88 using the keyboard 62 using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 48 Utilities 91 V video projector adjusting display 57 W warranty standard limited 62 Windows® operating system desktop 82, 89 troubleshooting 108 Windows® Store 84 wireless networking 85
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