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Contents 19 Registering your computer with Toshiba 38 Adding optional external devices 38 Adding memory (optional 39 Installing a memory module 39 Removing a memory module 45 Checking total memory 47 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 47 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 49 Recovering to a custom size partition 51 Recovering without ...
Contents 19 Registering your computer with Toshiba 38 Adding optional external devices 38 Adding memory (optional 39 Installing a memory module 39 Removing a memory module 45 Checking total memory 47 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 47 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 49 Recovering to a custom size partition 51 Recovering without ...
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... audio features 115 Recording sounds 115 Using external speakers or headphones..........116 Using the Web Camera 117 Using the Memory card reader 117 Inserting memory media 118 Removing memory media 118 Chapter 5: Utilities 120 TOSHIBA Assist 121 Secure 122 Protect & Fix 123 Optimize 124 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 125 TOSHIBA Application Installer 125 Setting passwords 126
... audio features 115 Recording sounds 115 Using external speakers or headphones..........116 Using the Web Camera 117 Using the Memory card reader 117 Inserting memory media 118 Removing memory media 118 Chapter 5: Utilities 120 TOSHIBA Assist 121 Secure 122 Protect & Fix 123 Optimize 124 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 125 TOSHIBA Application Installer 125 Setting passwords 126
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... a supervisor password 127 Using a user password 128 Deleting a user password 129 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 130 Mouse Utility 131 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 132 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA Service Station 136 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 137 Problems that are easy ...142 The Windows® operating system can help you 142 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 143 Checking device properties 143 Memory problems 144 Power and the batteries 144 Keyboard problems 146 Display problems 146 Disk or storage drive problems 148 Error-checking...
... a supervisor password 127 Using a user password 128 Deleting a user password 129 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 130 Mouse Utility 131 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 132 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA Service Station 136 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 137 Problems that are easy ...142 The Windows® operating system can help you 142 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 143 Checking device properties 143 Memory problems 144 Power and the batteries 144 Keyboard problems 146 Display problems 146 Disk or storage drive problems 148 Error-checking...
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... with your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your computer Important information on page 33. These components include, but are...
... with your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your computer Important information on page 33. These components include, but are...
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Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 38. Follow the on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable ... recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you through steps to your product. The first time you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on...
Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 38. Follow the on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable ... recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you through steps to your product. The first time you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on...
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... module, or both. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slot on the base of today's popular applications. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on may want to room temperature...
... module, or both. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slot on the base of today's popular applications. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on may want to room temperature...
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...) If the computer is on page 104. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables ...connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. Start...
...) If the computer is on page 104. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables ...connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. Start...
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... electricity you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 45. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Back of "Removing a memory module" on the computer.... screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 If replacing an existing memory module, remove this memory module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover...
... electricity you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 45. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Back of "Removing a memory module" on the computer.... screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 If replacing an existing memory module, remove this memory module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover...
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... contact with the matching key in the socket. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on the underside 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 socket 13 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to...
... contact with the matching key in the socket. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on the underside 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 socket 13 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to...
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... to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the module. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) 14 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. These latches should be completely inserted into the slot...
... to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the module. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) 14 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. These latches should be completely inserted into the slot...
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...has recognized it correctly as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at least one memory module installed for the computer to work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC ...adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Checking total memory" on a hard flat surface. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never...
...has recognized it correctly as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at least one memory module installed for the computer to work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC ...adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Checking total memory" on a hard flat surface. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never...
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...may appear when you turn it is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. When Safe Mode is highlighted, then press Enter. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is best to press Enter to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. If one of the... above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 39 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. In either of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it on the power:...
...may appear when you turn it is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. When Safe Mode is highlighted, then press Enter. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is best to press Enter to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. If one of the... above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 39 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. In either of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it on the power:...
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... adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. Memory slot Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer.
... adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. Memory slot Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer.
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... the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to prevent programs or people from doing things on page 39), and then check that the ...computer has recognized the change. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and try again....
... the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to prevent programs or people from doing things on page 39), and then check that the ...computer has recognized the change. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and try again....
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... the Sleep command to continue working after all disk/disc activity lights are off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off . It is a good idea to turn off . If you are using the Shut down option to turn off . TECHNICAL... when you are off the power while a disk/disc is off) to where you left off your computer, save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to upgrade your work . You must turn off the computer: Shut...
... the Sleep command to continue working after all disk/disc activity lights are off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off . It is a good idea to turn off . If you are using the Shut down option to turn off . TECHNICAL... when you are off the power while a disk/disc is off) to where you left off your computer, save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to upgrade your work . You must turn off the computer: Shut...
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... 76. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it first saves the current state of the system is... stored in which you left off. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the state in memory, you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from...
... 76. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it first saves the current state of the system is... stored in which you left off. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the state in memory, you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from...
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... mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. The computer saves the status of these methods, you first need to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in Sleep mode. To use any of all open programs and files to enable them using the Power Options...
... mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. The computer saves the status of these methods, you first need to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in Sleep mode. To use any of all open programs and files to enable them using the Power Options...
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... documentation for further information. If the network you are working, you save feature that can be activated. See your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you will lose all work frequently. This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your computer to the internal storage drive at preset intervals...
... documentation for further information. If the network you are working, you save feature that can be activated. See your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you will lose all work frequently. This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your computer to the internal storage drive at preset intervals...
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...recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is helpful to be inaccurate. Please see "Maintaining your Toshiba computer. However, for better accuracy of individual components. NOTE For optimum optical media performance, it is... settings and the current time and date information. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that the battery maintains its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will be obtained by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate...
...recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is helpful to be inaccurate. Please see "Maintaining your Toshiba computer. However, for better accuracy of individual components. NOTE For optimum optical media performance, it is... settings and the current time and date information. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that the battery maintains its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will be obtained by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate...
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... extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of the power provided by computer model. 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. To ensure that reduces the...
... extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of the power provided by computer model. 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. To ensure that reduces the...