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... programs. For details, please visit us.toshiba.com/green. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered ...use . Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks ...
... programs. For details, please visit us.toshiba.com/green. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered ...use . Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks ...
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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 62 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 64 Recovering...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 62 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 64 Recovering...
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... 142 Using external speakers or headphones..........142 Using the Web Camera 143 Using the Memory card reader 144 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151 TOSHIBA Application Installer 152 Setting passwords 153 Using an instant password 153 Using a supervisor...
... 142 Using external speakers or headphones..........142 Using the Web Camera 143 Using the Memory card reader 144 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151 TOSHIBA Application Installer 152 Setting passwords 153 Using an instant password 153 Using a supervisor...
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... problems 174 Internet problems 175 The Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... problems 174 Internet problems 175 The Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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... your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Overheating your computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL...
... your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Overheating your computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL...
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... Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. NOTE To register online, you may want to the Internet. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer for the first... time 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. After starting ...
... Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. NOTE To register online, you may want to the Internet. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer for the first... time 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. After starting ...
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... devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to run most of the computer. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots ...computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with enough memory to follow these directions could result in good condition. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your...
... devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to run most of the computer. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots ...computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with enough memory to follow these directions could result in good condition. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your...
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... the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to prevent scratching the top cover of the Start menu. If only one or two memory modules. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on , begin at step 1; NOTE For this model, Slot A is in Sleep or Hibernation mode... down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in Slot A. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. You can install one memory module is to step 3. 1 Click Start. If the computer is the top slot. Getting Started 53 Adding...
... the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to prevent scratching the top cover of the Start menu. If only one or two memory modules. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on , begin at step 1; NOTE For this model, Slot A is in Sleep or Hibernation mode... down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in Slot A. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. You can install one memory module is to step 3. 1 Click Start. If the computer is the top slot. Getting Started 53 Adding...
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For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
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... series Back of computer L750 series L770 series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the ... retrieve them later. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you may cause...
... series Back of computer L750 series L770 series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the ... retrieve them later. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you may cause...
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.... notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its connector. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on top of one memory module is available, you must remove the top module first... toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on page 59. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot.
.... notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its connector. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on top of one memory module is available, you must remove the top module first... toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on page 59. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot.
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...completely inserted 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... memory module Do not force the memory module into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. The memory module should "snap" into position. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at the sides of...
...completely inserted 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... memory module Do not force the memory module into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. The memory module should "snap" into position. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at the sides of...
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..." on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and... are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. If only one memory module is to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a...
..." on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and... are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. If only one memory module is to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a...
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... with the computer turned on page 52 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on . The computer could hang up the next time you need to work. If you can verify...can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. You can damage the computer and the memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
... with the computer turned on page 52 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on . The computer could hang up the next time you need to work. If you can verify...can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. You can damage the computer and the memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
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..., you turn on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to press Enter to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is suggested, this could be a sign that you may appear when you must remove the... top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen may need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should...
..., you turn on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to press Enter to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is suggested, this could be a sign that you may appear when you must remove the... top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen may need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should...
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... air vents including those located at the underside of the slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer...connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or ...
... air vents including those located at the underside of the slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer...connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or ...
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...computer has recognized the change. 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery ...while the computer attempts to prevent programs or people from C:\Users. This is displayed below the System heading. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to work. To do this computer?" See "Recovering of -box state (recommended recovery method)"...
...computer has recognized the change. 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery ...while the computer attempts to prevent programs or people from C:\Users. This is displayed below the System heading. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to work. To do this computer?" See "Recovering of -box state (recommended recovery method)"...
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... it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive. If you change your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down option to upgrade your mind and decide to continue working after turning off the computer using 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 turn off your computer in order to turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , wait a few...
... it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive. If you change your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down option to upgrade your mind and decide to continue working after turning off the computer using 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 turn off your computer in order to turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , wait a few...
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...power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer sleeps for an extended period 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... files you were using. Be sure 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 after...
...power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer sleeps for an extended period 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... files you were using. Be sure 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 after...
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.... You can also specify an amount of these methods, you were using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it again by opening the display panel. If you can place the computer into...
.... You can also specify an amount of these methods, you were using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it again by opening the display panel. If you can place the computer into...