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Contents 19 Setting up your software 38 Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Adding optional external devices 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 40 Removing a memory module 45 Checking total memory 46 Hard Drive Recovery 47 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 47 Creating a Recovery DVD 54 Restoring using the Recovery Media 55 Checking the...
Contents 19 Setting up your software 38 Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Adding optional external devices 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 40 Removing a memory module 45 Checking total memory 46 Hard Drive Recovery 47 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 47 Creating a Recovery DVD 54 Restoring using the Recovery Media 55 Checking the...
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... audio features 107 Recording sounds 107 Using external speakers or headphones..........108 Using the Web Camera 109 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 109 Inserting memory media 110 Removing memory media 110 Chapter 5: Utilities 112 TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator 113 TOSHIBA Application Installer 113 TOSHIBA Password Utility 114 Deleting a user password 115
... audio features 107 Recording sounds 107 Using external speakers or headphones..........108 Using the Web Camera 109 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 109 Inserting memory media 110 Removing memory media 110 Chapter 5: Utilities 112 TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator 113 TOSHIBA Application Installer 113 TOSHIBA Password Utility 114 Deleting a user password 115
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...Starting Fn-esse 118 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........119 TOSHIBA Power Saver 120 Preset Power Profiles 121 Quickly creating a new power profile 121 Customizing a power profile 121 Mouse Utility 122 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 123 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 127 TOSHIBA Accessibility 128 Chapter ... 135 A plan of action 136 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....136 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........137 Memory problems 139 Power and the batteries 139 Keyboard problems 141 Display problems 141 Disk, diskette, or storage drive problems........143 ...
...Starting Fn-esse 118 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........119 TOSHIBA Power Saver 120 Preset Power Profiles 121 Quickly creating a new power profile 121 Customizing a power profile 121 Mouse Utility 122 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 123 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 127 TOSHIBA Accessibility 128 Chapter ... 135 A plan of action 136 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....136 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........137 Memory problems 139 Power and the batteries 139 Keyboard problems 141 Display problems 141 Disk, diskette, or storage drive problems........143 ...
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... base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as...
... base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as...
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... icon on page 38. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your desktop...
... icon on page 38. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your desktop...
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...to room temperature before they have cooled. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may also be installed in good condition. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 38. Allow the module to cool to ...increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in minor bodily injury. You may...
...to room temperature before they have cooled. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may also be installed in good condition. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 38. Allow the module to cool to ...increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in minor bodily injury. You may...
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otherwise, skip to locate the memory module slot cover. 5 Remove the main battery. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 ... off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 41 If the computer is on page 94.
otherwise, skip to locate the memory module slot cover. 5 Remove the main battery. The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 ... off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 41 If the computer is on page 94.
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...the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Back of the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector may cause memory access problems. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may have built up. Static... electricity can retrieve them later. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, ...
...the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Back of the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector may cause memory access problems. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may have built up. Static... electricity can retrieve them later. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, ...
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Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 43 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector.
Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 43 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector.
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...) 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. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at the ...sides of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. The memory module should "snap" into the socket and level when secured in the side of the module...
...) 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. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at the ...sides of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. The memory module should "snap" into the socket and level when secured in the side of the module...
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... operating system has loaded, you need to turn off the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. Removing a memory module If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 ... pops up the next time you turn the power on page 40 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 45 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the...
... operating system has loaded, you need to turn off the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. Removing a memory module If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 ... pops up the next time you turn the power on page 40 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 45 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the...
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... main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 40), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Checking total memory When you change a memory module, you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the... computer. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not...
... main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 40), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Checking total memory When you change a memory module, you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the... computer. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not...
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... battery power than restarting from turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the internal storage drive rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than when restarting from turning off the computer or using ...computer to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it, including all open programs and files...
... battery power than restarting from turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the internal storage drive rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than when restarting from turning off the computer or using ...computer to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it, including all open programs and files...
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Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work frequently. See "Saving your computer to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. If the network you are working, ...
Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work frequently. See "Saving your computer to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. If the network you are working, ...
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...on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at accessories.toshiba.com. This may shorten the life of individual components. It maintains this information for procedures. Recharge time varies depending on.... After a period of time, the battery will need to be inaccurate. To ensure that stores your Toshiba computer. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that the battery maintains its ability to perform at least once a month. The computer also has an internal...
...on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at accessories.toshiba.com. This may shorten the life of individual components. It maintains this information for procedures. Recharge time varies depending on.... After a period of time, the battery will need to be inaccurate. To ensure that stores your Toshiba computer. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that the battery maintains its ability to perform at least once a month. The computer also has an internal...
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... applications, features, and devices. To ensure that reduces the power required for up to recharge. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. The RTC battery may vary...
... applications, features, and devices. To ensure that reduces the power required for up to recharge. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. The RTC battery may vary...
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...tray and then selecting the card or device you to try again later. The card pops out slightly. If the media can destroy data. Removing memory media 1 Prepare the media for safe removal, a message will tell you want to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the media ...for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. 110 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Inserting...
...tray and then selecting the card or device you to try again later. The card pops out slightly. If the media can destroy data. Removing memory media 1 Prepare the media for safe removal, a message will tell you want to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the media ...for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. 110 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Inserting...
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Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. 111 (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. disappears, writing to go out. Wait for the indicator light to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed. Even when the Windows® message "copying..."
Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. 111 (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. disappears, writing to go out. Wait for the indicator light to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed. Even when the Windows® message "copying..."
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... utility is available on your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ TOSHIBA Password Utility ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 112 Together, these allow you to...
... utility is available on your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ TOSHIBA Password Utility ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 112 Together, these allow you to...
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... pointing device The method most often used with the Bridge Media Adapter slot. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card. 3 Select the formatting option: ❖ Quick Format ❖ Full Format... SD™ cards used is completed, click Close to begin formatting. To format an SD memory card using this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format. The formatting progress is displayed in the horizontal bar in the window. 5 When...
... pointing device The method most often used with the Bridge Media Adapter slot. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card. 3 Select the formatting option: ❖ Quick Format ❖ Full Format... SD™ cards used is completed, click Close to begin formatting. To format an SD memory card using this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format. The formatting progress is displayed in the horizontal bar in the window. 5 When...