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...53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 67 Installing drivers and applications 68 Using the TouchPad 68 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 69 Using external display devices 70 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting a printer 73 Setting up...
...53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 67 Installing drivers and applications 68 Using the TouchPad 68 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 69 Using external display devices 70 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting a printer 73 Setting up...
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... you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. Failure to be installed, it . Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot...
... you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. Failure to be installed, it . Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot...
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... down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it on and data in memory will not be lost. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly...
... down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it on and data in memory will not be lost. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly...
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... has recognized the change. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Slot A Slot B Front of...
... has recognized the change. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Slot A Slot B Front of...
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... that you create recovery DVDs before using a writable drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to perform the action, click Continue; Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on certain models) Your computer has been configured with a hard disk partition to allow you to recover your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. otherwise, click...
... that you create recovery DVDs before using a writable drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to perform the action, click Continue; Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on certain models) Your computer has been configured with a hard disk partition to allow you to recover your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. otherwise, click...
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... utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. When the computer powers on the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery...
... utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. When the computer powers on the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery...
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... device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on certain models You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to S-video Out. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. The system display default is set at the same time. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices...
... device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on certain models You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to S-video Out. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. The system display default is set at the same time. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices...
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... allow you can change . Briefly pause each time you can choose to a TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you to: ❖ Use the TV remote control to output...
... allow you can change . Briefly pause each time you can choose to a TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you to: ❖ Use the TV remote control to output...
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... Enabled. Changing the setting to Enabled enables the use , set the setting to Mode-1. To change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function" only works for compatible ports. ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. ❖ USB bus power (DC 5V) is a current overflow of the external devices connected...
... Enabled. Changing the setting to Enabled enables the use , set the setting to Mode-1. To change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function" only works for compatible ports. ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. ❖ USB bus power (DC 5V) is a current overflow of the external devices connected...
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...ports. Any options that appear in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work with Mode-1 setting, change will now work . Some external devices may not be displayed on the external devices connected to Mode-2. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. If you can change the settings the "USB Wakeup function" will not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that function. NOTE When "USB Sleep and Charge...
...ports. Any options that appear in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work with Mode-1 setting, change will now work . Some external devices may not be displayed on the external devices connected to Mode-2. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. If you can change the settings the "USB Wakeup function" will not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that function. NOTE When "USB Sleep and Charge...
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... The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change your work routine, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start properly, you are familiar with Networking The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options...
... The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change your work routine, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start properly, you are familiar with Networking The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options...
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... click the arrow next to the Lock button in the lower-right part of the Start menu. For more information about Device Manager, refer to work. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 58. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in case the new version is not caused by...
... click the arrow next to the Lock button in the lower-right part of the Start menu. For more information about Device Manager, refer to work. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 58. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in case the new version is not caused by...
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... continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Click Display settings to activate the screen. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 175 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖...
... continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Click Display settings to activate the screen. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 175 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external monitor. ❖...
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... connected to check this. Refer to change these settings. For more advanced users. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 28800, 33600 bps (bits per second) or higher. Wireless networking problems...
... connected to check this. Refer to change these settings. For more advanced users. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 28800, 33600 bps (bits per second) or higher. Wireless networking problems...
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... new problems. Make sure that your critical applications (email, business applications, etc.) are working correctly, and verify that important devices are connected. This will ensure that the installation is completed, and will make it may not be Disabled. Cannot use the "USB Sleep and Charge function." (Available on certain models) ❖ The setting of the following methods. ❖ Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn OFF the computer while external devices are still functioning...
... new problems. Make sure that your critical applications (email, business applications, etc.) are working correctly, and verify that important devices are connected. This will ensure that the installation is completed, and will make it may not be Disabled. Cannot use the "USB Sleep and Charge function." (Available on certain models) ❖ The setting of the following methods. ❖ Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn OFF the computer while external devices are still functioning...
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.... A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. It is returned to help improve processing speed. interlaced - A feature of keys that saves to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control...
.... A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. It is returned to help improve processing speed. interlaced - A feature of keys that saves to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control...
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... charge indicator light 49, 107 charge not lasting 174 charging 47, 49 conserving power 110 disposal 118 low charge 109 monitoring power 49, 107 not charging 173 226 notifications 109 power plan 202 power plan hot key 112 real-time clock (RTC) 104 removing 113 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 133 button power 52, 62 start 122 C CD, using 96 character keys 89 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 171 click 69 communications network connection...
... charge indicator light 49, 107 charge not lasting 174 charging 47, 49 conserving power 110 disposal 118 low charge 109 monitoring power 49, 107 not charging 173 226 notifications 109 power plan 202 power plan hot key 112 real-time clock (RTC) 104 removing 113 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 133 button power 52, 62 start 122 C CD, using 96 character keys 89 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 171 click 69 communications network connection...
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... problems 186 DVD, using 96 E error messages device driver conflict 170 general hardware problem 170 non-system disk or disk error 167 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 176 warning resume failure 166 Error-checking 177 exploring the desktop 120 ExpressCard® checklist 180 computer stops working 181 errors 182 hot swapping fails 181 inserting 131 not recognized 181 problem solving 180 removing 132 external monitor not working 176 mouse 73 external diskette drive connecting 74 external display, adjusting...
... problems 186 DVD, using 96 E error messages device driver conflict 170 general hardware problem 170 non-system disk or disk error 167 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 176 warning resume failure 166 Error-checking 177 exploring the desktop 120 ExpressCard® checklist 180 computer stops working 181 errors 182 hot swapping fails 181 inserting 131 not recognized 181 problem solving 180 removing 132 external monitor not working 176 mouse 73 external diskette drive connecting 74 external display, adjusting...
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... removing 60 memory module slot 55 microphone 128 modem connecting to telephone line 124 problem solving 183 monitor 70 connecting 70 not working 175 mouse installing 73 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 124 Connect to the Internet 124 networking wireless 123 Notification Area 122 O Opening the display panel 50 optical disc positioning 99 optical discs handling 99 inserting 98 removing 101, 102 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 96 optical media recording 101 other documentation 40 P password deleting a supervisor 144 disabling a user 145 setting a user...
... removing 60 memory module slot 55 microphone 128 modem connecting to telephone line 124 problem solving 183 monitor 70 connecting 70 not working 175 mouse installing 73 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 124 Connect to the Internet 124 networking wireless 123 Notification Area 122 O Opening the display panel 50 optical disc positioning 99 optical discs handling 99 inserting 98 removing 101, 102 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 96 optical media recording 101 other documentation 40 P password deleting a supervisor 144 disabling a user 145 setting a user...
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... 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection is slow 169 keyboard not responding 166 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177 modem not receiving or transmitting 183 no sound 179 non-system disk or disk error 167 power and batteries...
... 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection is slow 169 keyboard not responding 166 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177 modem not receiving or transmitting 183 no sound 179 non-system disk or disk error 167 power and batteries...