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... Corporation in and recycling programs. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your...Satellite, ConfigFree, and eco utility are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. Atheros is under license. Secure Digital and SD are owned by Toshiba is a registered trademark of Synaptics, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. TouchPad is a registered trademark of Toshiba... Communications, Inc. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick Duo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the Wi-...
... Corporation in and recycling programs. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your...Satellite, ConfigFree, and eco utility are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. Atheros is under license. Secure Digital and SD are owned by Toshiba is a registered trademark of Synaptics, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. TouchPad is a registered trademark of Toshiba... Communications, Inc. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick Duo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the Wi-...
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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 61 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 62 Recovering...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 61 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 62 Recovering...
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... 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160
... 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160
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... problems 171 Internet problems 171 The Windows® operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system...computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
... problems 171 Internet problems 171 The Windows® operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system...computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
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... your computer 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer.
... your computer 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer.
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... the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Setting up your software. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may want to... product. Follow the on page 80) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Product registration can be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on ...
... the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Setting up your software. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may want to... product. Follow the on page 80) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Product registration can be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on ...
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NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. The surrounding area may also be lost. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation ... or process large amounts of the computer. Installing a memory module with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You will be hot. Your computer comes with enough memory to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 51. You may be installed ...
NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. The surrounding area may also be lost. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation ... or process large amounts of the computer. Installing a memory module with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You will be hot. Your computer comes with enough memory to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on page 51. You may be installed ...
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... slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is on, begin at step 1; Slot B is to step 3. 1 Click Start. If only one...
... slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is on, begin at step 1; Slot B is to step 3. 1 Click Start. If only one...
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...screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may have built up. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so ...that secures the memory module slot cover. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface...
...screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may have built up. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so ...that secures the memory module slot cover. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface...
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...slot. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of one memory module is available, you must be installed, it must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE ...If no memory slot is to be installed in the socket. If only one another, you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with ...
...slot. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of one memory module is available, you must be installed, it must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE ...If no memory slot is to be installed in the socket. If only one another, you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with ...
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...the module into the latches at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the... memory module Do not force the memory module into position. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at the sides of the socket. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the ...
...the module into the latches at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the... memory module Do not force the memory module into position. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at the sides of the socket. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the ...
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...model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). Slot B is turned on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is the top slot. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system... slot cover and secure it must be installed in serious injury. Back of computer Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object...
...model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). Slot B is turned on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is the top slot. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system... slot cover and secure it must be installed in serious injury. Back of computer Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object...
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... computer could hang up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. You can now... continue setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on . TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 60. Do not try to...
... computer could hang up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. You can now... continue setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on . TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 60. Do not try to...
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... up normally. When Safe Mode is highlighted, then press Enter. NOTE If your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 NOTE The following screen may appear when you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is suggested, this could be a... stacked on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it out of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module If one another, you may need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® ...
... up normally. When Safe Mode is highlighted, then press Enter. NOTE If your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 NOTE The following screen may appear when you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is suggested, this could be a... stacked on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it out of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module If one another, you may need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® ...
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... slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat ...or other soft material can check that the computer has recognized the change. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is displayed ...
... slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat ...or other soft material can check that the computer has recognized the change. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is displayed ...
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... ❖ Use the Sleep command to where you left off . You must turn on the computer again, you change your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you will not be using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is lost... system installed, you have more than one option available for turning off the computer using it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are off . Since Hibernation mode does not require ...
... ❖ Use the Sleep command to where you left off . You must turn on the computer again, you change your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you will not be using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is lost... system installed, you have more than one option available for turning off the computer using it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are off . Since Hibernation mode does not require ...
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For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to use and configure... using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and...
For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to use and configure... using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and...
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... Hibernation options set. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the computer using . Sleep Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down button in Hibernation mode by opening the display panel. Using and configuring...
... Hibernation options set. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the computer using . Sleep Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down button in Hibernation mode by opening the display panel. Using and configuring...
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... the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the internal storage drive. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save...
... the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work frequently. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the internal storage drive. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save...
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...for all batteries. This may shorten the life of the battery meter, it many times. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your Toshiba computer. This is not necessary to let the battery fully discharge each time. To ensure that provides power when you are...see "Power Plans" on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at least once a month. Use only batteries designed to be inaccurate. For more than a month), the battery may vary considerably from an ...
...for all batteries. This may shorten the life of the battery meter, it many times. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your Toshiba computer. This is not necessary to let the battery fully discharge each time. To ensure that provides power when you are...see "Power Plans" on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at least once a month. Use only batteries designed to be inaccurate. For more than a month), the battery may vary considerably from an ...