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... first time 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 60 Creating Recovery DVDs 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery...
... first time 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 60 Creating Recovery DVDs 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery...
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...the eSATA/USB combo port 136 Using an expansion device 136 Chapter 5: Utilities 137 TOSHIBA Assist 138 Connect 139 Secure 140 Protect & Fix 141 Optimize 142 TOSHIBA Application Installer 143 Setting passwords 144 Using an instant password 144 Using a supervisor password... 145 Using a user password 146 Deleting a user password 147 TOSHIBA Security Assist 148 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 151 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card ...
...the eSATA/USB combo port 136 Using an expansion device 136 Chapter 5: Utilities 137 TOSHIBA Assist 138 Connect 139 Secure 140 Protect & Fix 141 Optimize 142 TOSHIBA Application Installer 143 Setting passwords 144 Using an instant password 144 Using a supervisor password... 145 Using a user password 146 Deleting a user password 147 TOSHIBA Security Assist 148 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 151 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card ...
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...TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility 152 Booting from a bootable SD card 153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 157 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility.......157 USB Sleep and Charge 157 Enabling USB Sleep and Charge 159 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 159 TOSHIBA... Button Support 160 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 161 TOSHIBA Accessibility 162 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 163 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 164 Fingerprint ...
...TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility 152 Booting from a bootable SD card 153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 157 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility.......157 USB Sleep and Charge 157 Enabling USB Sleep and Charge 159 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 159 TOSHIBA... Button Support 160 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 161 TOSHIBA Accessibility 162 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 163 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 164 Fingerprint ...
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... including "Setting up your computer 45 Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Overheating your computer carefully to a power source" on the computer. See "Connecting to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. NOTE Please handle...
... including "Setting up your computer 45 Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Overheating your computer carefully to a power source" on the computer. See "Connecting to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. NOTE Please handle...
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...connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to ensure a secure electrical connection. Be careful if you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 53) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 73) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (... in serious injury. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 47 Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 132) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. See "Setting ...
...connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to ensure a secure electrical connection. Be careful if you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 53) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 73) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (... in serious injury. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 47 Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 132) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. See "Setting ...
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NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 46. Installing a memory module A memory module can be hot. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use ...or process large amounts of data. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. The surrounding area may be lost. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a ...
NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 46. Installing a memory module A memory module can be hot. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use ...or process large amounts of data. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. The surrounding area may be lost. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a ...
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...Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner ...of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 116. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the ...
...Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner ...of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 116. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the ...
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..., avoiding any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its ... its connector. Grease or dust on the connector may have built up the 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 in a safe ...
..., avoiding any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its ... its connector. Grease or dust on the connector may have built up the 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 in a safe ...
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... connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module 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 13 Once the module...'s connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the socket. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) aligning the connector's notch with the corresponding These latches should "snap" into the latches at the sides of the module...
... connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module 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 13 Once the module...'s connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the socket. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) aligning the connector's notch with the corresponding These latches should "snap" into the latches at the sides of the module...
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... 12-13. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started Adding... memory (optional) 57 cutouts in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up the computer. You can ...
... 12-13. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started Adding... memory (optional) 57 cutouts in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up the computer. You can ...
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.... The computer could be lost. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that you turn it on and data in "Installing... described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE The following screen may appear when you may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in memory will not be saved. The memory module pops up normally. Do not try to shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows®...
.... The computer could be lost. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that you turn it on and data in "Installing... described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE The following screen may appear when you may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in memory will not be saved. The memory module pops up normally. Do not try to shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows®...
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...Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re... that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 118. 6 Turn the computer right ...
...Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re... that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 118. 6 Turn the computer right ...
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... first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is being accessed, you turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you must turn off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command...
... first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is being accessed, you turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you must turn off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command...
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... restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is stored to memory, so that when you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which...
... restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is stored to memory, so that when you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in which...
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...uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. Factors to your unsaved information will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting ... ❖ 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 while the computer is in which you left off the computer 77 Sleep mode The Sleep...
...uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. Factors to your unsaved information will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting ... ❖ 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 while the computer is in which you left off the computer 77 Sleep mode The Sleep...
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... Sleep mode options You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to the memory, turns off the computer 83 2 Click Sleep. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to sleep, select the desired amount of...
... Sleep mode options You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to the memory, turns off the computer 83 2 Click Sleep. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to sleep, select the desired amount of...
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...: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive. See your file to reconnect, or your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work " on page 95 for details. 88 If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. See...
...: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive. See your file to reconnect, or your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work " on page 95 for details. 88 If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. See...
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... depending on the model selected. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. See easyguard.toshiba.com for all batteries. Published battery life numbers are away from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings... battery power Your computer may not charge while the computer is consuming full power. This is normal for detailed information. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it many times.
... depending on the model selected. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. See easyguard.toshiba.com for all batteries. Published battery life numbers are away from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings... battery power Your computer may not charge while the computer is consuming full power. This is normal for detailed information. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it many times.
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... that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for up to be inaccurate. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your battery" on AC power. This may shorten the life of the system should use the preset configuration. Changes to retain...to these settings may only charge while the computer is turned off. Users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. Mobile Computing Running the computer on page 114. Please see "Power Plans" on battery power 107 battery fully discharge...
... that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for up to be inaccurate. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your battery" on AC power. This may shorten the life of the system should use the preset configuration. Changes to retain...to these settings may only charge while the computer is turned off. Users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. Mobile Computing Running the computer on page 114. Please see "Power Plans" on battery power 107 battery fully discharge...
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... not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is almost completely discharged. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to a month when the computer is turned on battery power until it maintains this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery...
... not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is almost completely discharged. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to a month when the computer is turned on battery power until it maintains this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery...