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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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... hot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . You can be lost. You will be installed in minor bodily injury. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in good condition. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
... hot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . You can be lost. You will be installed in minor bodily injury. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in good condition. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
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... turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Checking total memory" on page 60. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in memory will not be lost. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Checking total memory" on page 60. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in memory will not be lost. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Slot A Slot...
... 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Slot A Slot...
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..., Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. If unsure, cancel and try again. 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 page 53), and then check that you create recovery DVDs before using a writable drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default. ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving...
..., Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. If unsure, cancel and try again. 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 page 53), and then check that you create recovery DVDs before using a writable drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default. ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving...
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... 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 recovering your system using the 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. Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options The following are the available hard disk drive recovery options...
... 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 recovering your system using the 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. Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options The following are the available hard disk drive recovery options...
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... HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to S-video Out. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. 5 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. The system display default is set at the same time. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices...
... HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to S-video Out. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. 5 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. 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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... which allows devices to work together over an HDMI cable. Toshiba computers with the appropriate device attached and turned on the computer. Connecting to a TV using HDMI™-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI™-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is selected 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 quickest way to change the display settings by...
... which allows devices to work together over an HDMI cable. Toshiba computers with the appropriate device attached and turned on the computer. Connecting to a TV using HDMI™-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI™-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is selected 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 quickest way to change the display settings by...
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... Enabled. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports, USB bus power (DC5V) supply may always be stopped for example when carrying the computer in your bag. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function" only works for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function...
... Enabled. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports, USB bus power (DC5V) supply may always be stopped for example when carrying the computer in your bag. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function" only works for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function...
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... "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be disabled. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. The Wakeup setting (function to the USB ports. Some external devices may not be displayed on the external devices connected to allow the Wakeup) check box will now work . The "USB Wakeup function" will be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that you change it to Disabled. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores...
... "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be disabled. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. The Wakeup setting (function to the USB ports. Some external devices may not be displayed on the external devices connected to allow the Wakeup) check box will now work . The "USB Wakeup function" will be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that you change it to Disabled. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores...
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... Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in the DC-IN socket. If you can easily detect if the operating system is not working 5 Verify that the AC adaptor is correct, and the plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer may have to fix...
... Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in the DC-IN socket. If you can easily detect if the operating system is not working 5 Verify that the AC adaptor is correct, and the plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer may have to fix...
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... to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the Lock button in "Installing a memory module" on page 53, and making sure the module is worthwhile checking for the error again. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not using functions. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on...
... to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the Lock button in "Installing a memory module" on page 53, and making sure the module is worthwhile checking for the error again. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not using functions. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on...
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... are using the built-in screen. You can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you through the display options. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Click Display settings to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. This opens the Personalization window. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 175 Display problems...
... are using the built-in screen. You can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you through the display options. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Click Display settings to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. This opens the Personalization window. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 175 Display problems...
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... Resolving a hardware conflict 183 Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be lit). ❖ Verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. The modem is on how to change these settings. For more advanced users. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for...
... Resolving a hardware conflict 183 Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be lit). ❖ Verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. The modem is on how to change these settings. For more advanced users. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for...
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... external devices are still functioning. 6 For each additional hardware or software item, repeat these steps, starting at a time. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that the installation utility left behind. ❖ Do one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for a while, noting any new problems. Make sure that your critical data has changed . This will clean up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one installation...
... external devices are still functioning. 6 For each additional hardware or software item, repeat these steps, starting at a time. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that the installation utility left behind. ❖ Do one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for a while, noting any new problems. Make sure that your critical data has changed . This will clean up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one installation...
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... Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. L L1 (level one) cache - LAN (local area network) - See also Sleep, Suspend. See also diskette. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other line of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any other on the motherboard to create a complete screen image...
... Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. L L1 (level one) cache - LAN (local area network) - See also Sleep, Suspend. See also diskette. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other line of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any other on the motherboard to create a complete screen image...
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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...