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...of such marks by Toshiba is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film, Co., Ltd. HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, and Memory Stick Duo are .... MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows...
...of such marks by Toshiba is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film, Co., Ltd. HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, and Memory Stick Duo are .... MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows...
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34 Contents Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Adding optional external devices 54 Adding memory (optional 54 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 60 Checking total memory 63 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 63 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 65 Recovering without changing the internal storage...
34 Contents Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Adding optional external devices 54 Adding memory (optional 54 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 60 Checking total memory 63 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 63 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 65 Recovering without changing the internal storage...
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... an ExpressCard 143 Removing an ExpressCard 143 Using the Memory card reader 144 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 145 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 146 Using the expansion port 146 Chapter 5: Utilities 147 TOSHIBA Assist 148 Connect 149 Secure 150 Protect & Fix ...151 Optimize 152 TOSHIBA Application Installer 153 Setting passwords 154 Using an ...
... an ExpressCard 143 Removing an ExpressCard 143 Using the Memory card reader 144 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 145 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 146 Using the expansion port 146 Chapter 5: Utilities 147 TOSHIBA Assist 148 Connect 149 Secure 150 Protect & Fix ...151 Optimize 152 TOSHIBA Application Installer 153 Setting passwords 154 Using an ...
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...Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....171 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 172 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service Station 176 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 176 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 178 Problems that are easy to fix 178 ... 183 The Windows® operating system can help you 183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 184 Checking device properties 184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 187 Display problems 187 Disk or storage drive problems 189 Error-checking 189...
...Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....171 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 172 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service Station 176 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 176 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 178 Problems that are easy to fix 178 ... 183 The Windows® operating system can help you 183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 184 Checking device properties 184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 187 Display problems 187 Disk or storage drive problems 189 Error-checking 189...
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... and including "Setting up your software" on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard. To use it.
... and including "Setting up your software" on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard. To use it.
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...Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 143) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of data. You may want to...and special offers applicable to increase the computer's memory if you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. NOTE To register online, you use ...
...Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 143) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of data. You may want to...and special offers applicable to increase the computer's memory if you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. NOTE To register online, you use ...
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... can be installed in minor bodily injury. NOTE For this procedure. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. The surrounding area may also be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 53. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for...
... can be installed in minor bodily injury. NOTE For this procedure. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. The surrounding area may also be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 53. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for...
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... slot cover The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on , begin at step 1; 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then ... on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 129. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu.
... slot cover The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on , begin at step 1; 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then ... on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 129. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu.
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... retrieve them later. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 60. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded...electricity you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an ...
... retrieve them later. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 60. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded...electricity you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an ...
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... the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact 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 one...notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its connector. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket NOTE For this model, Slot ...
... the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact 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 one...notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its connector. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket NOTE For this model, Slot ...
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If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. Back of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of ... level when secured in the side of the socket. Slot B is the bottom slot. These latches should be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. If only one...
If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. Back of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of ... level when secured in the side of the socket. Slot B is the bottom slot. These latches should be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. If only one...
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... outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Checking total memory" on page 63. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. TECHNICAL NOTE: You... must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up . You can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 55 ...
... outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Checking total memory" on page 63. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. TECHNICAL NOTE: You... must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up . You can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 55 ...
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... options is highlighted, it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE The following screen may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be lost. If so, consult Windows® Help and ...be a sign that you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. The memory module pops up normally. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, ...
... options is highlighted, it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE The following screen may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be lost. If so, consult Windows® Help and ...be a sign that you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. The memory module pops up normally. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, ...
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... block the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Back of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is... AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer is in serious injury. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Slot A Gently lift the memory module to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface.
... block the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Back of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is... AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer is in serious injury. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Slot A Gently lift the memory module to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface.
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...not have at accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you want to allow the following program to make changes to recover your permission. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (...again. To do this computer?" 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 perform the action, click Continue; If you can check that says, "Do you to this...
...not have at accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you want to allow the following program to make changes to recover your permission. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (...again. To do this computer?" 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 perform the action, click Continue; If you can check that says, "Do you to this...
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...off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on ...return to where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Options for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to maintain the saved information, system...
...off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on ...return to where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Options for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to maintain the saved information, system...
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... period of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. 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 which you left it , including all open programs and ... consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer 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 from...
... period of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. 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 which you left it , including all open programs and ... consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer 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 from...
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... it again by opening the display panel. If you put the computer in the lower-right corner of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you were using the Sleep...
... it again by opening the display panel. If you put the computer in the lower-right corner of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you were using the Sleep...
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... you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the internal storage drive. See "Saving your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you will lose all work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features.
... you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the internal storage drive. See "Saving your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you will lose all work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features.
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... than a month), the battery may only charge while the computer is continuously operated on AC power. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system), for an extended period (more information about Windows® power plans, see "Maintaining your system, the RTC ...with the power management component of the battery, and may result in system performance or stability issues. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. If the computer is turned on page 126. NOTE For optimum optical media performance, it is helpful to retain ...
... than a month), the battery may only charge while the computer is continuously operated on AC power. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system), for an extended period (more information about Windows® power plans, see "Maintaining your system, the RTC ...with the power management component of the battery, and may result in system performance or stability issues. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. If the computer is turned on page 126. NOTE For optimum optical media performance, it is helpful to retain ...