Toshiba PT131U00202D Laptop User Manual


 
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If Something Goes Wrong
Fixing a problem with Device Manager
The Windows
®
operating system can help you
If the operating system has started properly but you still have
a problem using your device, 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
As soon as you begin typing, the search feature
automatically begins.
Desktop—Press the F1 key
When the “Windows Help and Support” screen appears, do
one or both of the following:
In the open search field type the topic you need help
with and follow the on-screen instructions
Click or touch one of the options listed in the window
and follow the instructions
You can connect to Support 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. Device Manager is a configuration tool for
advanced users who understand configuration
parameters and the ramifications of changing them.
Checking device properties
Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a
device. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the
type of device, the drivers installed, and the system
resources assigned to the device.
To check a device’s properties:
1 From the Start screen, type
Device.
The search feature appears.
2 Click or touch
Settings.
NOTE