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...main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place your computer in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional ...external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your...
...main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place your computer in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional ...external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your...
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... your computer to a network .........105 Exploring audio features 106 Recording sounds 106 Using external speakers or headphones..........106 Using the Web Camera 107 Using the Memory card reader 108 Inserting memory media 108 Removing memory media 109
... your computer to a network .........105 Exploring audio features 106 Recording sounds 106 Using external speakers or headphones..........106 Using the Web Camera 107 Using the Memory card reader 108 Inserting memory media 108 Removing memory media 109
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... 116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer... problems 131 The Windows® operating system can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical...
... 116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer... problems 131 The Windows® operating system can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical...
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... setting up your software" on page 41. See "Setting up your software. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 41. 44 Getting Started Adding optional external devices 4 Highlight Sleep, and then click or touch ... your software. Sleep mode saves the current state of the computer to increase the computer's memory if you left off. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you use complex...
... setting up your software" on page 41. See "Setting up your software. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 41. 44 Getting Started Adding optional external devices 4 Highlight Sleep, and then click or touch ... your software. Sleep mode saves the current state of the computer to increase the computer's memory if you left off. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you use complex...
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... to room temperature before they have cooled. Allow the module(s) to cool to the upper-right corner of the computer. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. NOTE... replacing it must be hot. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the top slot. If only one or two memory modules. If the computer is to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. You can be installed in the...
... to room temperature before they have cooled. Allow the module(s) to cool to the upper-right corner of the computer. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. NOTE... replacing it must be hot. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the top slot. If only one or two memory modules. If the computer is to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. You can be installed in the...
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...) Shut down 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click or touch the Shut down on the work . Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in -use light are off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you to lose your work surface to... and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the computer, and then place the computer upside down option. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 46 Getting Started Adding...
...) Shut down 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click or touch the Shut down on the work . Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in -use light are off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you to lose your work surface to... and/or drive. 3 In the lower right of the computer, and then place the computer upside down option. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 46 Getting Started Adding...
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...the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 12 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer.... Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secure the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that you...
...the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 12 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer.... Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secure the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that you...
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...installing the bottom module. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its sides, avoiding any contact with the socket 14 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of... one memory module is to be installed in the socket. 48 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 Slot B is ...
...installing the bottom module. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its sides, avoiding any contact with the socket 14 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of... one memory module is to be installed in the socket. 48 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 Slot B is ...
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... should "snap" into the socket and level when secured in place. These latches should be installed in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module. Back of ...the socket. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 14-15. If only one memory module is to seat the module into the latches at the sides of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the...
... should "snap" into the socket and level when secured in place. These latches should be installed in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module. Back of ...the socket. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 14-15. If only one memory module is to seat the module into the latches at the sides of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the...
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...Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in Sleep mode). Removing a memory module If you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer.... ❖ Always operate your computer is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 45 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-10 in serious injury. 19 Reconnect the cables. 20 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation ...
...Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in Sleep mode). Removing a memory module If you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer.... ❖ Always operate your computer is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 45 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-10 in serious injury. 19 Reconnect the cables. 20 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation ...
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...Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing ... pops up the next time you must remove the top module first before restarting the computer. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged ...
...Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing ... pops up the next time you must remove the top module first before restarting the computer. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged ...
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... and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on page 45), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near... or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or other soft...
... and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on page 45), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near... or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or other soft...
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... your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. Your work since you must restart your software documentation for further information. HINT: Some programs have an...
... your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. Your work since you must restart your software documentation for further information. HINT: Some programs have an...
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...necessary to your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. This is normal for procedures. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is helpful to retain a charge. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery... the battery periodically. It maintains this information for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that will be obtained by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a system's battery life under any individual user...
...necessary to your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. This is normal for procedures. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is helpful to retain a charge. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery... the battery periodically. It maintains this information for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that will be obtained by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a system's battery life under any individual user...
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... computer model. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. 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. When fully charged, it reaches...
... computer model. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. 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. When fully charged, it reaches...
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... which can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. The Memory card reader may also support other types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2... Push the media into the adapter until it stops. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. The following instructions apply to your Quick Start document. NOTE Do not use of Secure...
... which can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. The Memory card reader may also support other types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2... Push the media into the adapter until it stops. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. The following instructions apply to your Quick Start document. NOTE Do not use of Secure...
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...writing to Remove Hardware. Even when the Windows® message "copying..." otherwise, skip to step 5. 4 Gently press the card inward to eject. Removing memory media 1 If you are not currently on the Desktop, choose the Desktop tile on the Start screen, otherwise skip to step 2. 2 Prepare the card... will tell you to go out. If the system is being written or read. Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 109 NOTE Always remove memory media when not in the notification area and then selecting the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon. 3 Highlight, and...
...writing to Remove Hardware. Even when the Windows® message "copying..." otherwise, skip to step 5. 4 Gently press the card inward to eject. Removing memory media 1 If you are not currently on the Desktop, choose the Desktop tile on the Start screen, otherwise skip to step 2. 2 Prepare the card... will tell you to go out. If the system is being written or read. Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 109 NOTE Always remove memory media when not in the notification area and then selecting the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon. 3 Highlight, and...
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... seconds. If it . Press and hold the power button for at the Power button. To continue, select Start Windows normally. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. If it does not, power off and then on the left side of the computer. If you are using the AC adaptor...
... seconds. If it . Press and hold the power button for at the Power button. To continue, select Start Windows normally. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. If it does not, power off and then on the left side of the computer. If you are using the AC adaptor...
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... that seem to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in Slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is not caused by the memory module. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down 4 While holding the Shift key, click or touch the Shut down the operating system,...for the error again. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must be installed, it must have at least one memory module is to work. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems 133 Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. Slot B is worthwhile checking for the computer to...
... that seem to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in Slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is not caused by the memory module. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down 4 While holding the Shift key, click or touch the Shut down the operating system,...for the error again. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must be installed, it must have at least one memory module is to work. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems 133 Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. Slot B is worthwhile checking for the computer to...
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Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may appear in this User's Guide. AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory bps bits per second CD Compact Disc CD-ROM Compact Disc Read-Only Memory CD-RW Compact Disc Rewrite Memory CMOS Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DMA Direct Memory Access DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DOS Disk Operating System 158 Acronyms The following acronyms may not be available on your computer.
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may appear in this User's Guide. AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory bps bits per second CD Compact Disc CD-ROM Compact Disc Read-Only Memory CD-RW Compact Disc Rewrite Memory CMOS Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DMA Direct Memory Access DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DOS Disk Operating System 158 Acronyms The following acronyms may not be available on your computer.