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    PX30 - 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.
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    Model all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically. If ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA applications" means life support systems, medical
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    PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE. FCC Notice and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ❖ Reorient or
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    . 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
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    committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you normal operation is minimized. Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed
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    of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
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    is sold. Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read the User's Guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair an optical disc
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    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
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    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,
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    trademark of Atheros Communications, Inc. 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. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and
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    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
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    Contents Introduction 17 This guide 19 Safety icons 20 Other icons used 20 Your computer's features and specifications 21 Other documentation 21 Service options 21 Chapter 1: Getting Started 22 Setting up a work environment 22 Precautions 23 Important information on your computer's cooling
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    Contents 13 To Restart your computer 30 To place your computer in Sleep mode 31 Adding optional external devices 31 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 32 Creating recovery media 33 Restoring from recovery media 35 Refresh your PC (with user's data 37 Reset your PC 39 Installing drivers
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    disc with the computer off ......... 60 Toshiba's online resources 60 Chapter 3: Computing 61 Toshiba's energy-saver design 61 Power management 61 memory media 74 Chapter 5: Utilities 76 Desktop Assist 77 Media & Entertainment 78 Tools & Utilities 79 Support & Recovery 80 eco Utility 81
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    89 Power supply mode settings 90 Sleep and Music 90 TOSHIBA function key 92 Recovery Media Creator 93 Service Station 93 TOSHIBA Application Installer 94 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 95 Problems that are easy to fix 95 Problems when you turn on the computer .......... 96 The Windows
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    16 Contents If you need further assistance 118 Contacting Toshiba 118 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 118 Toshiba's worldwide offices 119 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 120 Functions 120 Help file 121 Display brightness 121 Internet and Media Control buttons 122 Volume Mute 123
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    of powerful, multimedia computing. 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. 17
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    which restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its computer 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.
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    prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about your computer, 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
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    Introduction Safety icons 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
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    model guide. service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba.com. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at support.toshiba.com. If you have a problem
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    information on the Quick Start document (that shipped with your computer) carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your computer in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the computer. Setting
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    Started 23 ❖ the power plug socket and computer. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates
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    24 Getting Started Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could damage the disc and possibly lose data. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you
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    remove a 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 shock, possibly a multiple connector. An overload on one socket could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
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    other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration
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    the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. 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. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you
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    displayed when you turn on your computer for the first time. Follow the on-screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system and begin using your turn on your computer, the setup guides you through steps to set up your software. Follow the onscreen instructions.
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    Product registration can be completed by one of three methods: 1 From the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com: Type in the requested Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty. NOTE To register online, an Internet connection is required. To Shut down your computer 1 From the Start or Desktop
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    option. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. To Restart your computer 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click
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    31 To place your computer in Sleep mode 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen left off. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends first setting up the software. After starting your computer for
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    32 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you to recover your internal storage drive if necessary. The following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Creating
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    , see "Backing up your work" on page 54. When you create recovery media, the system will prompt you to insert several blank DVDs or connect one or more USB flash drives of a certain minimum capacity to your computer. The amount of space required for storing the recovery files varies by computer
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    Creator and click or touch your selection. If you are in the Desktop, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe appears, click or touch your selection. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select
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    Storage Drive 35 4 Do one of the following: ❖ If you are copying files to DVD, insert a blank DVD into the optical 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
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    drive from recovery media: 1 Make sure your computer is turned off. 2 Do one of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on DVDs, insert the first recovery and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the process is complete, a
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    drive to factory default state and attempts to save your data. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data backup. Please make a complete back however the current directory structure will be retained. 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or
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    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
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    . Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your work" on page 54). 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear click
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    40 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 Scroll down to "Remove everything and reinstall Windows," and click or touch Get Started. The "Reset your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Reset your PC screen 6 Click or touch the Next button. The "Do you want to fully clean your drive
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    Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Select one of the following options: ❖ Just remove my files : 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 to the upper-right corner
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    Next. 3 Click 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 94. Connecting an external device You can easily attach an external device to your computer. To do this: 1 Read the
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    Card that shipped with your computer. HDMI™ In port (Sample Illustration) Video port on back of computer Using the HDMI™ Out port (Available on certain models.) NOTE Your computer may come with an HDMI™ Out port. Your computer may come with an HDMI™ Out port, allowing you to connect to an
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    display device (Available on certain models.) To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of an HDMI™ cable adjustments to your computer to suit your needs. From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen
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    Getting Started Caring for your computer 45 You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more information, see "Power Plans" on page 63. There are additional custom settings you can choose. See "Utilities" on page 76. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning
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    . The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure
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    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 computer's temporary memory until you save it to the internal storage drive. If the network you are using
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    reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as new icon positions may
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    underside 2 Slide the mouse ON/OFF switch on the underside to the OFF position. 3 Slide the Battery cover off. 4 Always replace the battery with a fresh one. 5 Replace the battery cover. 6 Slide the mouse ON/OFF switch to the ON position. If a battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on
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    underside 2 Slide the keyboard ON/OFF switch on the underside to the OFF position. 3 Slide the Battery cover off. 4 Always replace the battery with a fresh one.
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    Learning the Basics Using the wireless keyboard 51 5 Replace the battery cover. 6 Slide the keyboard ON/OFF switch to the ON position. If a battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used batteries in compliance
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    ) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the Start screen. For more information refer to the Help & Support, or see "Exploring the Start screen" on
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    To Start an app on the Start screen, move your pointer over the appropriate tile and click to open. To Start an app from the Desktop, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. When the Windows® charms slide out from
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    drive, external media, flash media, or optical disc. This is one of the most important rules of computing. Many applications offer a feature media, or to a network, if available. To back up several files at one time, use the Microsoft® Windows® file recovery program preinstalled on the computer's
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    (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that were not available on previous video platforms. These DVD disc of a region other than the above mentioned cannot be played unless you manually change it in the Properties setting of the optical disc drive. The drive will
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    disc drive is located on the side of the computer. Your optical disc drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical disc drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is in use. Eject button-Press to release the
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    Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. 57 (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it with a clean dry cloth. 6 Place the disc carefully in the disc
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    disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the optical disc manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Press the ( ) + E keys
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    on your optical disc drive may not play back or operate properly on other computers or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical disc drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities
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    a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and place it in its protective cover. 3 Gently press the tray in to close it. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of
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    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 computer to operate at its maximum energy . For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. 61
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    may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped, resulting in a CMOS error message during startup. The error message may vary by computer model. NOTE Depending on your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the computer is turned on. To recharge the RTC battery, plug
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    63 Power Plans You can choose a predefined Power Plan or select your own combination of power options. To do this: 1 While on the desktop, press the Windows® ( ) key + X, then click or touch Power Options. (Sample Image) Windows® Power Options window 2 Select an appropriate plan for your work
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    power consumption and accumulated savings over time. To learn how to access the utility, see "eco Utility®" on page 81. For more information on the TOSHIBA eco power plan, see the Help file in the eco Utility® window.
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    Windows® key ( ) on your keyboard or on the LCD screen to go to 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. 65
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    the new Windows 8 functionality, refer to the Windows® Help and Support. App tiles (Sample Image) Windows® Start screen Charms Use the computing tasks. By swiping in from the right edge (only for touch screen models) or pointing the mouse pointer to the upper or lower right corner of your screen
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    other applications downloaded to your system. Exploring the desktop You can use its 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
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    you place the pointer over an icon, a popup description of the file contents appears. Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration. Refer to the Windows® online Help for more To make a program or window the currently active one, click to touch the associated taskbar button.
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    Exploring Your Computer's Features Windows® Store 69 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
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    you need: ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet ❖ A way to more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 120. For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 109
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    to record sounds using the computer's internal microphones (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. You can listen to sound typing Sound Recorder and click or touch your selection. If you are in the Desktop, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe
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    For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker. ❖ For headphones, use the computer's volume control. Using the Web Camera (Available on certain models.) Your computer may come with a built-in Web Camera. With this Web Camera you can do the following: ❖ Take pictures and record videos
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    on your computer model, the process of one media to another, use the dragand-drop feature of the Windows® operating system. Inserting memory media NOTE To locate your Memory card reader, please refer to your Quick Start document. The following instructions apply to all types of supported
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    electricity, which can destroy data. Always remove memory media when not in use. Removing memory media 1 If you are not currently on the Desktop, choose the Desktop tile on the Start screen, otherwise skip to step 2. 2 Prepare the card for removal by clicking on or touching the Show hidden icons
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    Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 5 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. 75 (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows® message "copying..." disappears, writing to the media
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    the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system. ❖ Desktop Assist ❖ eco Utility® ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ System Settings ❖ Sleep Utilities ❖ TOSHIBA function key ❖ Recovery Media Creator ❖ Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer 76
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    Start screen begin typing Desktop Assist, or while in the Desktop screen doubleclick or touch the Desktop Assist, icon. The Desktop Assist window appears. (Sample Image) Desktop Assist window The Desktop Assist offers several options: ❖ Media & Entertainment ❖ Tools & Utilities ❖ Support & Recovery
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    78 Utilities Desktop Assist Media & Entertainment The feature available in this category is TOSHIBA Video Player. (Sample Image) Desktop Assist window - Media & Entertainment tab
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    Utilities Desktop Assist 79 Tools & Utilities The features that may be available in this category are: ❖ eco Utility® ❖ Password Utility ❖ System Settings ❖ TOSHIBA function key (Sample Image) Desktop Assist window - Tools & Utilities tab
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    80 Utilities Desktop Assist Support & Recovery The features that may be available in this category are: ❖ Recovery Media Creator ❖ Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ User's Guide (Sample Image) Desktop Assist window - Support & Recovery tab
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    savings over time. To access the eco Utility®: 1 From the Start screen begin typing eco Utility, or while in the Desktop screen double-click or touch the Desktop Assist icon. 2 Click or touch Tools & Utilities. 3 Click or touch eco Utility. The eco Utility® window appears. (Sample Image) eco
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    your computer again. TOSHIBA supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ A supervisor password-Prohibits unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as System Settings. This is useful if more than one Desktop screen double-click or touch the
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    Utilities Password Utility 2 Click or touch Tools & Utilities. 3 Click or touch Password Utility. 83 (Sample Image) Supervisor Password tab 4 Click or touch Supervisor Password. 5 Click or touch Set. 6 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify it. 7 Click or touch Set. NOTE Under
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    screen begin typing Password Utility, or while in the Desktop screen double-click or touch the Desktop Assist icon. 2 Click or touch Tools & Utilities. 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
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    -on password function: 1 To access User Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility, or while in the Desktop screen double-click or touch the Desktop Assist icon. 2 Click or touch Tools & Utilities. 3 Click or touch Password Utility. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password
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    System Settings System Settings System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system. To access it: 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings, or while in the Desktop screen double-click or touch the
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    Utilities System Settings 87 ❖ Display-Allows you to select the internal LCD and/or external monitor when the computer boots up. NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If data does not appear on the display you are using after starting in Sleep mode, press the ( )
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    and Charge function" is enabled or disabled and shows the position of the USB port that supports the "USB Sleep and Charge function." 1 While in the Desktop screen double-click or touch the Desktop Assist icon. 2 Click or touch Tools & Utilities. 3 Click or touch System Settings. 4 Click or touch
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    Utilities Sleep Utilities 89 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will be supplied to the compatible port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to
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    different charging modes, to support various types of USB devices. If your computer provides more than one charging mode, the charging mode charge the device, or use a different charging device. Sleep and Music Your Toshiba computer may be equipped with the "Sleep and Music" feature that allows you
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    Utilities Sleep Utilities 91 The volume settings and sound quality may differ between Windows® mode and "Sleep and Music" mode. When using the "Sleep and Music" feature, the volume adjustment and mute setting cannot be changed from the computer. To adjust these settings, use the volume controls on
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    92 Utilities TOSHIBA function key TOSHIBA function key Turns notifications for wireless status ON/OFF. (Sample Image) Function Key NOTE The TOSHIBA function key is disabled by default.
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    box state, if necessary. For detailed information on using the utility to create recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page 33. Service Station The Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other
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    typing Application Installer, or while in the Desktop screen double-click or touch the Desktop Assist icon. 2 Click or touch Support & Recovery. 3 Click TOSHIBA Application Installer. 4 Click or touch TOSHIBA Application Installer. The TOSHIBA Application Installer window appears. (Sample Image
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    Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program or application stops responding. The Windows 8 operating system allows for the use of both applications ("Apps" used with the Windows® "Modern UI") and programs (used in the traditional Windows® desktop
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    one by selecting the program name, then select End Task. Closing all programs should allow you to continue working. If it does not, power off your computer, and then restart it. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start
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    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
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    from the menu. 4 Click or touch Troubleshoot from the menu. You now have several removed. ❖ A list of removed apps is saved to your desktop. For more information, see "Refresh your PC (with user's When new hardware or software is installed ❖ Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows® will
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    Enable debugging mode Starts Windows® in an advanced troubleshooting mode ❖ Enable boot logging Creates a file that Starts Windows® with a minimal set of drivers and services. If the computer starts and runs in Safe Mode, drivers for the source of your problem. ❖ Disable driver signature enforcement
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    , the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. Getting to the online Help will differ depending on which interface you are in: ❖ Start screen-Type Help and Support NOTE As soon as you begin typing, the search feature automatically begins. ❖ Desktop-Press the F1 key When the
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    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 device to another. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® online Help.
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    102 If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be hardware or even software related. It is worthwhile checking for these first: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer over the upper or lower
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    wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance. Keyboard problems NOTE To capture a print screen of the entire screen, press the Fn + You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. You may need to update
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    separately by selecting an item from just below the Themes panel (Desktop Background, Color, Sounds, and Screen Saver). For more information, sector errors. Sometimes a drive problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical problems are: Error-checking NOTE This
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    105 If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems 2 Click or touch Computer from the list that appears. (Sample Image) Search results for "computer" 3 Right-click or touch the drive you wish to check. (
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    /or program. Your dealer is your best source for current information. Some programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs. Optical disc drive
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    , use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the optical disc regarding supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at support.toshiba.com. If the problem is
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    printer, or that the wireless connection is good. Run the printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure that you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in the instructions that came with the printer. You may have connected the printer while the computer is on
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    problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems the ISP's (Internet Service Provider) service may be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), begin typing Computer. If you are in the Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right
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    Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems System. Carefully note any error messages - these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. For more information see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page
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    drive can also cause audio problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned. on page 101 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical disc drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new
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    you are watching. To disable the screen saver: 1 Right-click the desktop and click Personalize in the menu. 2 Click or touch Screen Saver in this feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 47 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your internal storage
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    follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and
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    114 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 3 In the left pane, click or touch System Protection. The System Protection tab of the System Properties window appears. 4 Click or touch Configure. 5 Under Restore settings select Turn on System Protection. 6 Click or touch OK. 7 Click or
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    chose is the correct one. If it is storage drive. Since problems with either hardware or drives built into recent Toshiba computer models can write to instructions to back up your files. For additional Help, while in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to launch the Windows® Help and Support
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    the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart one at a time, creating restore points immediately before each successive installation. This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems.
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    one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for a while, noting any new problems the TOSHIBA Sleep utility, if your computer provides more than one function does not work for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function.
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    investigate other sources. ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support group for their
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    Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera
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    function keys provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. Functions TOSHIBA Function keys are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Help ❖ Display Brightness ❖ Internet and Media ❖ Mute ❖ Wireless ON/OFF ❖ Zoom (Display resolution)
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    Help file 121 TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions This TOSHIBA function key will display the help file. Display brightness This TOSHIBA function key decreases the scree brightness. This TOSHIBA function key increases the screen brightness.
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    start playing the disc, or pause it if currently playing. This TOSHIBA function key allows you to skip to the following track on the disc. This TOSHIBA function key decreases the volume of the sound coming from the computer. This TOSHIBA function key increases the volume of the sound coming from the
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    on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Disabling or enabling wireless devices This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the Wi-Fi® antenna in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ Disables the wireless antenna ❖ Enables the wireless
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    Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer 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
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    TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. 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
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    126 Glossary DPI Dots Per Inch DVD Digital Versatile (or Video) Disc DVD-ROM Digital Versatile (or 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
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    Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this User's Guide. A active-matrix display-A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from matrix technology. Also known as a "TFT display," in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell. This type of display works well
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    to allow for more data storage and to enable recording and playback of high-definition video (HD). BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)-Basic instructions, stored in read-only memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the operating system when you start
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    disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus. bus speed-The speed as a paragraph break in a wordprocessing application. A character occupies one byte of computer storage. Charm/charms-Start screen icons that slide
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    the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and applications. See also cache position where characters will appear when you enter data. D Desktop-Displays the standard Windows® operating system look and feel. default
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    DC)-The type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in one direction. Compare Alternating Current (AC). Direct Memory Access (DMA)-A on external media or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read/write heads. document-Any file created with an application and, if
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    or application imitates another device or application. enable-To turn on a computer option. See also disable. eSATA-An external device that supports hot swapping and fast data transfer. Very useful in storing and transferring large files. executable file-A computer application that is ready to
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    133 Glossary F file-A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique name. A file may be an application, information used by an application, or a document. See also document. File Allocation Table (FAT)-The section of a storage drive that keeps track of the location of stored
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    quality than analog signal. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics 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
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    computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut-A key or instead of using a pointing device such as a mouse. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed. See
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    136 Glossary logical drive-A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system's logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives. M memory-Typically refers to
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    137 Glossary non-system disk-A disk for storing applications and data that cannot be used to start the computer. Compare system disk. O online-Available through the computer. Online may refer to information being read from your own computer's internal storage drive, such as online documentation
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    Processing Unit (CPU). program-A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. can be removed from a disk drive. A Flash drive is one example of a removable disk. resolution-A measure of the sharpness of in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is expressed as
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    in ROM remains whether 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
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    by selecting them. U Universal Serial Bus (USB)-USB is a serial bus that supports data transfer. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus, hot swapping, perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management.
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    141 Glossary W Web-See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi®-A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www)-The worldwide network
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    for 45 cleaning 45 environmental precautions 22 moving 45 setting up 25 shut down 29 computer lock 46 computer will not start troubleshooting 96 computing habits troubleshooting 112 computing tips 47 connecting computer to a network 70 power cord/cable 27 connecting 25 power source 26 cooling fan
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    D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 115 desktop creating new icon 68 exploring the 67 icons 68 recycle bin 68 standard features 67 Desktop Assist 77 Media & Entertainment tab 78 Support & Recovery tab 80 Tools & Utilities tab 79 Device Manager fixing a problem 101 display devices external 43
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    56 handling an optical disc 57 inserting an optical disc 56 manual eject hole 56 playing optical media 58 problems 106 recording optical media 58 removing a disc 59, 60 troubleshooting 106 using 55, 56 optical discs troubleshooting 107 optical media recording 58 optional external devices adding 31
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    power plan options 63 precautions safety 23 printer troubleshooting 108 problem solving contacting Toshiba 118 Startup options 97 R recording computer 30 restore points troubleshooting 113 S safety icons 20 precautions 23 saving files 54 selecting power plan options 63 Service Station 93 setting up
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    Function Key 92 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 120 touch screen navigation 52 troubleshooting 103 bookmarked site not found 100 checking device properties 101 computer will not start 96 corrupted/damaged data files 106 data/entire system backup 115 Device Manager 101 display problems screen is
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    Windows® operating system desktop 67, 74 troubleshooting 97 wireless keyboard battery 50 functions 51 using 50 wireless mouse battery 49 using 48 wireless networking 70 troubleshooting 109 Index 147
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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 more information, see
“If Something Goes Wrong” on
page 95
in this guide.
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