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- Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 1
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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 2
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 3
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 4
. 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 PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 5
safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 6
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 7
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 8
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 PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 9
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, - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 10
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 11
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 PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 12
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 13
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 36 Reset your PC 38 Installing drivers - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 14
60 Chapter 3: Computing 61 Toshiba's energy-saver design 61 Power management 61 Charging the RTC battery 62 Power Plans 63 Using the eco power plan 64 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features.... 65 Exploring the Start screen 65 Charms 66 Tiles 67 Exploring the desktop 67 Finding your - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 15
84 Power supply mode settings 85 Sleep and Music 85 TOSHIBA function key 87 Recovery Media Creator 88 Service Station 88 TOSHIBA Application Installer 89 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 90 Problems that are easy to fix 90 Problems when you turn on the computer .......... 91 The Windows - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 16
16 Contents Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 115 Functions 115 Help file 116 Display brightness 116 Internet and Media Control buttons 117 Volume Mute 118 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 17
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 18
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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 19
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 20
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 21
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 22
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 23
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 24
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 25
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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 26
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 27
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 28
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 you turn on your computer, the setup guides you through steps to set up your software. Follow the onscreen instructions. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 29
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 30
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 31
system. 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 or off. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends first setting up the software. After starting your computer - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 32
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 33
prompt you to insert several blank DVDs or connect one or more USB flash drives of a certain minimum for storing the recovery files varies by computer model. Follow the procedure below to determine how or touch your selection. If you are in the Desktop, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 34
required for copying your system's recovery files to USB flash drive(s). 4 Do one of the following: ❖ If you are copying files to DVD, insert a USB flash drive of the required minimum capacity (as specified in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility) to your computer. All information stored on - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 35
to a new internal storage drive from your recovery media. For instructions on creating recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 36
and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the process is complete, a ® Store. Your PC settings and any Desktop Applications installed from media or websites will be deleted. Toshiba does not guarantee that your data will not - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 37
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 PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 38
. 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 39
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. The PC settings window appears. 39 (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Select Remove everything and reinstall Windows, and click or touch Get - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 40
40 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive (Sample Image) Do you want to fully clean your drive screen 8 Select one of the following options: ❖ Just remove my files ❖ Fully clean the drive The "Ready to reset your PC" screen appears. (Sample Image) Ready to reset - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 41
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 to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 42
42 Getting Started Connecting an external device Connecting an external device You can easily attach an external device to your computer. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the device to see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 43
you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or 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 (not included with your computer) to the HDMI™ Out port on the - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 44
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 or 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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 45
. 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 46
46 Getting Started Caring for your computer 3 Insert the cable's locking end into the security lock slot on your computer, then engage the locking device. The computer is now securely locked. (Sample Illustration) Attaching security lock cable - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 47
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 48
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 49
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 50
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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 51
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 52
) 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 53
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 54
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 55
(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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 56
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 57
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 58
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 59
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 60
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 61
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 62
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 63
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 64
power consumption and accumulated savings over time. To learn how to access the utility, see "eco Utility®" on page 77. For more information on the TOSHIBA eco power plan, see the Help file in the eco Utility® window. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 65
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 66
information on the new 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 67
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 68
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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 69
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 70
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 115. For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 104 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 71
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 72
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 73
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 74
, which can destroy data. NOTE 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 75
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 76
the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system. ❖ eco Utility® ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ System Settings ❖ Sleep Utilities ❖ TOSHIBA function key ❖ Recovery Media Creator ❖ Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer 76 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 77
Utilities eco Utility® 77 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 PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 78
you can work on 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 79
Utilities Password Utility 2 Click or touch Password Utility. 79 (Sample Image) Supervisor Password tab 3 Click or touch Supervisor Password. 4 Click or touch Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify it. 6 Click or touch Set. NOTE Under User Policy, this option may or may - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 80
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 PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 81
Utilities Password Utility 81 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. 4 Click or touch Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 82
82 Utilities 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. 2 Click - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 83
even when the computer is in Sleep mode, Hibernation mode or shutdown state (powered off). This function can only be used for the port that supports the USB Sleep and Charge function (hereinafter called "compatible port"). Compatible ports are USB ports that have the ( ) symbol. You can use the "USB - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 84
84 Utilities Sleep Utilities 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 85
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 86
86 Utilities Sleep Utilities 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 87
Utilities TOSHIBA function key 87 TOSHIBA function key NOTE The TOSHIBA function key is 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 PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 88
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 89
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 Application Installer selection screen 3 Click or touch the item you want to install. 4 Click - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 90
on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program or application stops responding. NOTE The operating system allows for the use of both applications ("Apps" used with the Windows® "Modern UI") and programs (used in the traditional Windows® desktop - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 91
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 92
to choose from depending on the severity of the problem and your level of expertise with computers. If Windows® fails to start properly twice, the Windows Boot menu will launch. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 93
under Advanced Startup. The computer restarts. 7 Click or touch Troubleshoot from the menu. You now have several options: Refresh your Web sites are removed. ❖ A list of removed apps is saved to your desktop. For more information, see "Refresh your PC (with user's data)" on page Manually by the user - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 94
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 95
, 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 96
Online by going to Toshiba support at support.toshiba.com. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 97
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 module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 98
and the battery NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. If only one memory module is to be installed, 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 + - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 99
problems 99 Display problems Here are some typical display problems correct. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Change the visuals and from just below the Themes panel (Desktop Background, Color, Sounds, and technology. Disk or storage drive problems Problems with the storage drive or - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 100
100 If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems Error-checking NOTE This feature is not available for optical disc drives. Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories and files on the storage drive - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 101
/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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 102
, 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 103
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 104
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), typing Control Panel. If you are in the Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 105
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 115. ❖ Use IPCONFIG to verify that the computer has a useful IP address - one If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 106
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 96 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical disc drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 107
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 108
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 109
109 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 110
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 111
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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 112
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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 113
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 114
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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) - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 116
116 TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Help file 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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 117
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 118
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 119
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 120
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 121
121 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 122
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 123
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 124
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 125
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 126
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 127
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 128
128 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 129
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 130
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 131
131 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 132
132 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 133
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 134
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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 135
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. - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 136
136 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 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 137
44 cleaning 44 environmental precautions 22 moving 45 setting up 25 shut down 29 computer lock 45 computer will not start troubleshooting 91 computing habits troubleshooting 107 computing tips 47 connecting computer to a network 70 power cord/cable 27 connecting 25 power source 26 cooling fan 137 - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 138
adequate ventilation 24 customize computer settings 44 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 110 desktop creating new icon 68 exploring the 67 icons 68 recycle bin 68 standard features 67 Device Manager fixing a problem 96 display devices external 42 disposal information 11 DVD removing with - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 139
wireless 70 Notification area 69 notifications 69 O online resources Toshiba 60 optical disc Auto-Run feature 58 handling 57 manual eject hole 56 playing optical media 58 problems 101 recording optical media 58 removing a disc 59, 60 troubleshooting 101 using 55, 56 optical discs troubleshooting - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 140
140 Index precautions safety 23 printer troubleshooting 103 problem solving contacting Toshiba 113 Startup options 92 R restart computer 30 restore points troubleshooting 108 S safety icons 20 precautions 23 saving files 54 selecting power plan options 63 Service Station 88 setting up communications - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 141
89 TOSHIBA Function Key 87 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 115 touch screen navigation 52 troubleshooting 99 bookmarked site not found 95 checking device properties 96 computer will not start 91 corrupted/damaged data files 101 data/entire system backup 110 Device Manager 96 display problems screen - Toshiba PX35t-A2300 | Windows 8.1 User's Guide for PX30-A Series - Page 142
142 Index wireless keyboard battery 50 functions 51 using 50 wireless mouse battery 49 using 48 wireless networking 70 troubleshooting 104
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