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... and/or (ii) decode AVC, VC-1 and MPEG-4 Part 2 Visual that was obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Disposal of this product may be regulated due to ..., Inc. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. As part of Toshiba's commitment to any other use. 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are trademarks of the BD Association. MultiMediaCard and MMC are either registered trademarks or ...
... and/or (ii) decode AVC, VC-1 and MPEG-4 Part 2 Visual that was obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Disposal of this product may be regulated due to ..., Inc. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. As part of Toshiba's commitment to any other use. 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are trademarks of the BD Association. MultiMediaCard and MMC are either registered trademarks or ...
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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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... drawing outside air into the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a hard flat surface. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory.
... drawing outside air into the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a hard flat surface. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory.
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...memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 88) See "Setting up your software. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Getting Started 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba... to send you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect...
...memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 88) See "Setting up your software. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Getting Started 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba... to send you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect...
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NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on may be installed in the memory module slots on the underside of the computer. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may damage the computer, the module,...Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Allow the module(s) to cool 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...
NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on may be installed in the memory module slots on the underside of the computer. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may damage the computer, the module,...Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Allow the module(s) to cool 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...
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... button in Slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If only one or two memory modules. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on the cloth. Slot B is the bottom slot.... Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the ...
... button in Slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If only one or two memory modules. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on the cloth. Slot B is the bottom slot.... Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the ...
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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. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130.
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Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector may have built up. Back of computer Back of computer L730 series L740 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...
Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector may have built up. Back of computer Back of computer L730 series L740 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...
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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 available, you must remove the top module first before removing/...connector's notch with the socket 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 59. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is to be installed, it must remove a ...
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 available, you must remove the top module first before removing/...connector's notch with the socket 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 59. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is to be installed, it must remove a ...
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... cutouts in place. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 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... 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 the latches at the sides of the socket. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the ...
... cutouts in place. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 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... 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 the latches at the sides of the socket. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the ...
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...remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor... your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
...remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor... your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery.
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... verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Checking total memory" on . 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 62. 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. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 18 Restart the computer. Removing a memory module If you turn it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. The computer could hang up...
... verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Checking total memory" on . 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 62. 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. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 18 Restart the computer. Removing a memory module If you turn it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. The computer could hang up...
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...) NOTE The following screen may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart ... Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is highlighted, then press Enter. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. When Safe Mode is suggested, this could be a sign that you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE...
...) NOTE The following screen may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart ... Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is highlighted, then press Enter. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. When Safe Mode is suggested, this could be a sign that you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE...
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... the power is 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 a fire, possibly...
... the power is 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 a fire, possibly...
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...default software with the socket latches. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to work. To do this computer?" Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you want to allow you to perform the action, click... Continue; Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to recover your internal storage drive if necessary. The System window appears. This is a security feature ...
...default software with the socket latches. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to work. To do this computer?" Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you want to allow you to perform the action, click... Continue; Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to recover your internal storage drive if necessary. The System window appears. This is a security feature ...
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... make sure all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will not be using the computer for turning off the... computer: Shut down completely, but it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your computer. You must turn off your work, system settings, and current state of the ...
... make sure all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will not be using the computer for turning off the... computer: Shut down completely, but it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your computer. You must turn off your work, system settings, and current state of the ...
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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 where you power down using... all open programs and files you were using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. 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...
... 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 where you power down using... all open programs and files you were using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. 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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... using the Power Options feature. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then Power Options. If you were using. The computer returns to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode by closing the display panel. Getting Started 97 Turning off the computer Starting again from Hibernation...
... using the Power Options feature. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then Power Options. If you were using. The computer returns to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode by closing the display panel. Getting Started 97 Turning off the computer Starting again from Hibernation...