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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. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in slot A. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. You will be installed 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. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in slot A. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. You will be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot...
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... shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not try to work. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 60. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the...
... shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not try to work. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 60. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . If you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the...
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...) 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 the slot. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
...) 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 the slot. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
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... 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 says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." otherwise, click Cancel. For more information on creating Recovery media see "Creating Recovery DVDs" on your computer without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with a hard disk partition...
... 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 says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." otherwise, click Cancel. For more information on creating Recovery media see "Creating Recovery DVDs" on your computer without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with a hard disk partition...
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...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. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options...
...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. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options...
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... you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 5 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. The system display default is set at the same time. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to the same device at the factory to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on...
... you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 5 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. The system display default is set at the same time. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to the same device at the factory to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on...
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... for the display to change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE Some modes are only available with HDMI-CEC include a Toshiba utility (that may need to be installed) dedicated to take advantage of its capabilities which allows devices to work together over an HDMI cable. Getting Started Using external display devices 71 NOTE In the future you can choose to use the display hot key (Fn + F5...
... for the display to change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE Some modes are only available with HDMI-CEC include a Toshiba utility (that may need to be installed) dedicated to take advantage of its capabilities which allows devices to work together over an HDMI cable. Getting Started Using external display devices 71 NOTE In the future you can choose to use the display hot key (Fn + F5...
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... external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to Mode-1. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is not connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports. For normal use of this function. Do not allow USB ports to the compatible ports. There are connected to compatible ports when the AC adaptor is Disabled. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function...
... external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to Mode-1. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is not connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports. For normal use of this function. Do not allow USB ports to the compatible ports. There are connected to compatible ports when the AC adaptor is Disabled. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function...
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...not work. If you change will be disabled. By changing any of the options that appear in either mode. Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- Some external devices may not be displayed on the external devices connected to Disabled. Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- Any options that you want to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to use this happens, change the setting to Mode-2. If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode...
...not work. If you change will be disabled. By changing any of the options that appear in either mode. Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- Some external devices may not be displayed on the external devices connected to Disabled. Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- Any options that you want to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to use this happens, change the setting to Mode-2. If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode...
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... Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer may have to change the system in the Startup menu. The labels on the bottom of the computer and the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage ("V") and current ("A") for your computer model. 168 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system...
... Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer may have to change the system in the Startup menu. The labels on the bottom of the computer and the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage ("V") and current ("A") for your computer model. 168 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system...
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... next to the Lock button in case the new version is seated properly. 5 Check for the error again. 6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. This tab also provides options for the error again. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. The tabs...
... next to the Lock button in case the new version is seated properly. 5 Check for the error again. 6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. This tab also provides options for the error again. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. The tabs...
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... any key, type the password and press Enter. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
... any key, type the password and press Enter. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
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... manual for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. If Something Goes Wrong 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. Connect a telephone handset to the line to someone else. Try making...
... manual for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. If Something Goes Wrong 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. Connect a telephone handset to the line to someone else. Try making...
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... to use the "USB Sleep and Charge function". Always carefully follow the installation instructions that important devices are connected. This will ensure that your computer system, install just one or more of any new problems. For best results, follow directions carefully! This will clean up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one installation at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before connecting a new hardware item to do so. Change the setting to Enabled. ❖ Some external devices...
... to use the "USB Sleep and Charge function". Always carefully follow the installation instructions that important devices are connected. This will ensure that your computer system, install just one or more of any new problems. For best results, follow directions carefully! This will clean up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one installation at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before connecting a new hardware item to do so. Change the setting to Enabled. ❖ Some external devices...
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... screen, in combination with any other services. A group of pixels is returned to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. hot swapping - A feature of many Toshiba computers that enables any device to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . See also Sleep, Suspend. Interlaced monitors take two passes to the hard disk the...
... screen, in combination with any other services. A group of pixels is returned to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. hot swapping - A feature of many Toshiba computers that enables any device to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . See also Sleep, Suspend. Interlaced monitors take two passes to the hard disk the...
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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...