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... place to work 34 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 34 Keeping yourself comfortable 35 Precautions 38 Setting up your computer 39 Installing additional memory (optional 40 Connecting a mouse 44 Connecting a printer 44 Connecting the modem 45 Connecting to a power source 45 Connecting other external devices...the display panel 48 Turning on the power 49 Using the TouchPad 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 52 Powering off the computer 54 Closing the display panel 54 Caring for your computer 55 Cleaning the computer 55 ...
... place to work 34 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 34 Keeping yourself comfortable 35 Precautions 38 Setting up your computer 39 Installing additional memory (optional 40 Connecting a mouse 44 Connecting a printer 44 Connecting the modem 45 Connecting to a power source 45 Connecting other external devices...the display panel 48 Turning on the power 49 Using the TouchPad 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 52 Powering off the computer 54 Closing the display panel 54 Caring for your computer 55 Cleaning the computer 55 ...
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... conflict 155 A plan of action 156 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 156 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 158 Memory module problems 160 Power and the batteries 160 Keyboard problems 162 Display problems 163 Disk drive problems 165 Sound system problems 167 PC... Modem problems 171 Develop good computing habits 172 If you need further assistance 173 Before you call 173 Contacting Toshiba 174 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 175 Toshiba's worldwide offices 175 Appendix A: Hot Keys 179 Volume Mute 179 Volume Control 179 Password security 180 Without a...
... conflict 155 A plan of action 156 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 156 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 158 Memory module problems 160 Power and the batteries 160 Keyboard problems 162 Display problems 163 Disk drive problems 165 Sound system problems 167 PC... Modem problems 171 Develop good computing habits 172 If you need further assistance 173 Before you call 173 Contacting Toshiba 174 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 175 Toshiba's worldwide offices 175 Appendix A: Hot Keys 179 Volume Mute 179 Volume Control 179 Password security 180 Without a...
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The cooling vent prevents the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it . The Secure Digital (SD) card slot holds a stamp-size flash memory card with the display panel closed 25 Front with a capacity of 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB or 128 MB. The Secure Digital (SD) LED ...
The cooling vent prevents the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it . The Secure Digital (SD) card slot holds a stamp-size flash memory card with the display panel closed 25 Front with a capacity of 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB or 128 MB. The Secure Digital (SD) LED ...
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... protects the slot that holds the hard disk drive. The hard disk drive cover protects the slot that holds any extra memory added to your computer's memory, see "Changing the main battery" on page 87. The spring-loaded main battery release latch locks and unlocks the battery...without an external power source. For more information on expanding your computer. 28 Finding Your Way Around Underside Underside Expansion port Expansion memory slot cover Main battery release latch Main battery module Hard disk drive cover Speaker The expansion port allows you to connect the computer...
... protects the slot that holds the hard disk drive. The hard disk drive cover protects the slot that holds any extra memory added to your computer's memory, see "Changing the main battery" on page 87. The spring-loaded main battery release latch locks and unlocks the battery...without an external power source. For more information on expanding your computer. 28 Finding Your Way Around Underside Underside Expansion port Expansion memory slot cover Main battery release latch Main battery module Hard disk drive cover Speaker The expansion port allows you to connect the computer...
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.... See "Connecting to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 44) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Connecting a keyboard" on page 97) ❖ Connect an external monitor... "Using PC Cards" on page 51 before adding external or internal components to an AC outlet" on page 45. Before starting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards.
.... See "Connecting to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 44) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Connecting a keyboard" on page 97) ❖ Connect an external monitor... "Using PC Cards" on page 51 before adding external or internal components to an AC outlet" on page 45. Before starting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards.
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... mode. One slot is available for adding a memory module. Before handling the module, touch a grounded metal surface. 1 Turn the computer off. You can damage the memory module. CAUTION: Do not try to install a memory module with enough memory to run most of data. You may want to... the computer. To install a memory module: CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the computer and the module. ...
... mode. One slot is available for adding a memory module. Before handling the module, touch a grounded metal surface. 1 Turn the computer off. You can damage the memory module. CAUTION: Do not try to install a memory module with enough memory to run most of data. You may want to... the computer. To install a memory module: CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the computer and the module. ...
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NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. 5 Lift off the cover. Inserting the memory module Getting Started Setting up your computer 41 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the main battery module. Refer to "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 87 for more information. Removing the memory slot cover screws 4 Remove the two screws securing the expansion memory slot cover and store them in a safe place.
NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. 5 Lift off the cover. Inserting the memory module Getting Started Setting up your computer 41 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the main battery module. Refer to "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 87 for more information. Removing the memory slot cover screws 4 Remove the two screws securing the expansion memory slot cover and store them in a safe place.
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... NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. 9 When you view the memory display, the total amount will be reduced by 16 MB, which is not recognized, check the module's connection. Use the Toshiba Hardware Setup program to ensure a solid connection. CAUTION: Use only the screw that... the added memory is recognized. 42 Getting Started Setting up your computer 6 Align the connector on the memory module with the two screws.
... NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. 9 When you view the memory display, the total amount will be reduced by 16 MB, which is not recognized, check the module's connection. Use the Toshiba Hardware Setup program to ensure a solid connection. CAUTION: Use only the screw that... the added memory is recognized. 42 Getting Started Setting up your computer 6 Align the connector on the memory module with the two screws.
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...or Hibernation mode. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 8 Seat the cover and secure it out. CAUTION: Do not try to remove a memory module with the two screws. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Getting Started Setting ... off the cover. 5 Remove the screw that secures the memory module. 6 Fit two slender objects such as tweezers under the memory module on each side of the connector and pry up your computer 43 Removing a memory module To remove the memory module: 1 Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected...
...or Hibernation mode. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 8 Seat the cover and secure it out. CAUTION: Do not try to remove a memory module with the two screws. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Getting Started Setting ... off the cover. 5 Remove the screw that secures the memory module. 6 Fit two slender objects such as tweezers under the memory module on each side of the connector and pry up your computer 43 Removing a memory module To remove the memory module: 1 Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected...
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... above the F4 and F5 keys at least one second. The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Turn on the computer by pressing the button for the first time, don't turn off light on the system indicator panel glows...
... above the F4 and F5 keys at least one second. The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Turn on the computer by pressing the button for the first time, don't turn off light on the system indicator panel glows...
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.... 57 Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the disk. See "Setting battery alarms" on . This feature saves your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you must restart your computer, or your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you save feature which you can be configured to...
.... 57 Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the disk. See "Setting battery alarms" on . This feature saves your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you must restart your computer, or your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you save feature which you can be configured to...
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... can run the computer on battery power, you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for procedures. Using additional battery packs If you spend a lot... full power. Refer to carry additional charged battery packs with your accessories information that the battery pack maintains its ability to perform at toshiba.com. After a period of the battery and the Battery LED may vary depending on applications, power management settings and features utilized....
... can run the computer on battery power, you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for procedures. Using additional battery packs If you spend a lot... full power. Refer to carry additional charged battery packs with your accessories information that the battery pack maintains its ability to perform at toshiba.com. After a period of the battery and the Battery LED may vary depending on applications, power management settings and features utilized....
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... Cards 99 Using PC Cards You may work with another while the computer is on . This slot contains a spacekeeper insert to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Hot swapping PC Cards One of the great things about PC Cards is that greatly increase the capabilities of your PC...
... Cards 99 Using PC Cards You may work with another while the computer is on . This slot contains a spacekeeper insert to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Hot swapping PC Cards One of the great things about PC Cards is that greatly increase the capabilities of your PC...
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... it . Drive (D:). 3 When the message displays that it is as follows: 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray. 2 Click Safely Remove SD Memory Card Drive - Another method for removing an Secure Digital (SD) memory card is safe to remove hardware, press the card inward to release it straight out.
... it . Drive (D:). 3 When the message displays that it is as follows: 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray. 2 Click Safely Remove SD Memory Card Drive - Another method for removing an Secure Digital (SD) memory card is safe to remove hardware, press the card inward to release it straight out.
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... Record button and speak normally into the microphone. Experiment to find a balance that fits your needs. 1 Open Sound Recorder, if necessary (click Start, point to memory and enters a low power mode 119 Enhancing Productivity Powering down , which power off the computer. ❖ Hibernation, which saves the current operating state to the...
... Record button and speak normally into the microphone. Experiment to find a balance that fits your needs. 1 Open Sound Recorder, if necessary (click Start, point to memory and enters a low power mode 119 Enhancing Productivity Powering down , which power off the computer. ❖ Hibernation, which saves the current operating state to the...
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...disk. If your computer could lose data. Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than the Standby option, because information is being retrieved from memory. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the battery discharges while ...the computer is held on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the state of from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you left it from the hard disk instead of the system is in...
...disk. If your computer could lose data. Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than the Standby option, because information is being retrieved from memory. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the battery discharges while ...the computer is held on the hard disk, no battery power. ❖ Because the state of from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you left it from the hard disk instead of the system is in...
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...+F3. ❖ By pressing the power button ❖ By closing the display panel. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Stand by mode. Going into Standby mode more quickly... You can also put the computer into a low-power mode. 131 Enhancing Productivity Using Standby 2 Click Stand By. The on /off light blinks green to memory, turns off the display, and goes into Standby mode in Stand by from the drop-down list of all open programs and files to indicate...
...+F3. ❖ By pressing the power button ❖ By closing the display panel. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Stand by mode. Going into Standby mode more quickly... You can also put the computer into a low-power mode. 131 Enhancing Productivity Using Standby 2 Click Stand By. The on /off light blinks green to memory, turns off the display, and goes into Standby mode in Stand by from the drop-down list of all open programs and files to indicate...
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... on -LAN feature, and also enable or disable the built-in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system. 148 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console ❖ Boot Priority - Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation. ❖ LAN - Allows you to view current... BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings. ❖ Password - NOTE: Since the system is a quick-booting system, you must press the arrow keys immediately after ...
... on -LAN feature, and also enable or disable the built-in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system. 148 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console ❖ Boot Priority - Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation. ❖ LAN - Allows you to view current... BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings. ❖ Password - NOTE: Since the system is a quick-booting system, you must press the arrow keys immediately after ...
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... the optional external diskette drive. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is no diskette in the computer's memory has been lost. If there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive.
... the optional external diskette drive. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is no diskette in the computer's memory has been lost. If there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive.
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...one most recently connected to the system is doing and requests some of communication are commonly referred to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly. A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on your own Computer components need resources to the computer's...getting multiple devices to be time-consuming and frustrating. The device most likely to work . It also needs a direct channel to the computer's memory to store information as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to accomplish a task. Resolving hardware conflicts on the interaction of its ...
...one most recently connected to the system is doing and requests some of communication are commonly referred to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly. A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on your own Computer components need resources to the computer's...getting multiple devices to be time-consuming and frustrating. The device most likely to work . It also needs a direct channel to the computer's memory to store information as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to accomplish a task. Resolving hardware conflicts on the interaction of its ...