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...Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. TouchPad is under license. All other countries. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Toshiba...may contain mercury. 29 Trademarks Satellite, ConfigFree, and eco utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of this product may be regulated due to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in the ...
...Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. TouchPad is under license. All other countries. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Toshiba...may contain mercury. 29 Trademarks Satellite, ConfigFree, and eco utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of this product may be regulated due to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in the ...
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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 61 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 62 Recovering...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 61 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 62 Recovering...
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... 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160
... 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160
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... problems 171 Internet problems 171 The Windows® operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system...computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
... problems 171 Internet problems 171 The Windows® operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system...computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
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... your computer on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always make sure...
... your computer on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always make sure...
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...your product. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 80) ❖ Connect an.... Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable...
...your product. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 80) ❖ Connect an.... Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable...
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... in good condition. Allow the module(s) to cool to increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in minor bodily injury. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before...
... in good condition. Allow the module(s) to cool to increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in minor bodily injury. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before...
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If only one memory module is the top slot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables ... menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is on, begin at step 1; If the computer is the bottom slot. otherwise, skip to be installed, it...
If only one memory module is the top slot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables ... menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is on, begin at step 1; If the computer is the bottom slot. otherwise, skip to be installed, it...
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...later. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory module slot cover Front 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 place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Before you... handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small ...
...later. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory module slot cover Front 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 place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Before you... handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small ...
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... on the computer. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on top of the computer. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only ... 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 58. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of one memory module is to be ...
... on the computer. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on top of the computer. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only ... 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 58. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of one memory module is to be ...
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...'s socket at the sides of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. The memory module should "snap" into the socket and level when secured in the side of the socket. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top ... the module to seat the module into the latches 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...
...'s socket at the sides of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. The memory module should "snap" into the socket and level when secured in the side of the socket. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top ... the module to seat the module into the latches 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...
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... located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Back of computer Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with ...the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in Sleep mode).
... located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Back of computer Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with ...the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in Sleep mode).
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... the computer. You can damage the computer and the memory module. You can now continue setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer.... Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 52 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 60. Removing a memory module If you turn it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. Do not try...
... the computer. You can damage the computer and the memory module. You can now continue setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer.... Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 52 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 60. Removing a memory module If you turn it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. Do not try...
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..., this could be a sign that you may appear when you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly. The... you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 NOTE The following screen may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it out of computer Slot...
..., this could be a sign that you may appear when you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly. The... you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 NOTE The following screen may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it out of computer Slot...
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...heat source, such 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. To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your... The System window appears. Always make sure your computer on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel...
...heat source, such 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. To do this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your... The System window appears. Always make sure your computer on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel...
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...turning the computer on the computer again, you turn on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). You must turn off the computer: Shut down completely, but it for a while. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the ...when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you will not be using the computer for turning off your work, system settings, and current state of the system is ...
...turning the computer on the computer again, you turn on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). You must turn off the computer: Shut down completely, but it for a while. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the ...when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you will not be using the computer for turning off your work, system settings, and current state of the system is ...
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... Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and...using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 88. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges...
... Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and...using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 88. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges...
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.... 7 Click OK. 88 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to the memory, turns off the computer using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the screen(s) you were using. The computer saves...
.... 7 Click OK. 88 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to the memory, turns off the computer using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the screen(s) you were using. The computer saves...
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..." on page 99 for details. 93 If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you must restart your work since you last saved.
..." on page 99 for details. 93 If the network you are working, you will lose all work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you must restart your work since you last saved.
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...of time, the battery will need to be inaccurate. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information included with your Toshiba computer. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it many times. This may shorten the life of the battery meter, it is not necessary to a month while ... (RTC) battery. For more than a month), the battery may not charge while the computer is helpful to your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at the time of individual components. To ensure that provides power when you play DVDs while running the computer on product model,...
...of time, the battery will need to be inaccurate. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information included with your Toshiba computer. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it many times. This may shorten the life of the battery meter, it is not necessary to a month while ... (RTC) battery. For more than a month), the battery may not charge while the computer is helpful to your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at the time of individual components. To ensure that provides power when you play DVDs while running the computer on product model,...