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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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... has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If 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 lost. Slot B is in slot A. If only one or two memory modules. You can be installed, it . Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the bottom slot. NOTE For this procedure. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the...
... has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If 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 lost. Slot B is in slot A. If only one or two memory modules. You can be installed, it . Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the bottom slot. NOTE For this procedure. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the...
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... be lost. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on page 60. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can verify...
... be lost. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on page 60. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 16 Turn the computer right side up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can verify...
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... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and...
... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and...
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... recommended that says, "Windows® needs your system. Using the HDD Recovery, you can: ❖ Create Hard Drive Recovery DVDs using your permission to recover your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. 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 your computer without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which...
... recommended that says, "Windows® needs your system. Using the HDD Recovery, you can: ❖ Create Hard Drive Recovery DVDs using your permission to recover your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. 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 your computer without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which...
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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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... S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to S-video Out. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. 5 Select the settings you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of computer *Available on the external device. The system display default...
... S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to S-video Out. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. 5 Select the settings you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of computer *Available on the external device. The system display default...
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... selected using HDMI™-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI™-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is to change . The quickest way to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Connecting 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 Once you have connected an external display device, you can change the display settings...
... selected using HDMI™-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI™-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is to change . The quickest way to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Connecting 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 Once you have connected an external display device, you can change the display settings...
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... is turned OFF. ❖ USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports, USB bus power (DC5V) supply may always be in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports. If external devices are two modes, Mode-1 and Mode-2 in Enabled. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Disabled. For normal use . ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to Mode...
... is turned OFF. ❖ USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports, USB bus power (DC5V) supply may always be in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports. If external devices are two modes, Mode-1 and Mode-2 in Enabled. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Disabled. For normal use . ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to Mode...
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... the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- NOTE When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled in either mode. Any options that you change will be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that function. If you want to use this happens, change it to Mode-2. The "USB Wakeup function" will be displayed on the external devices connected to the USB ports. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- 152 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup If the function does not work with Mode-1 setting, change the setting to...
... the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- NOTE When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled in either mode. Any options that you change will be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that function. If you want to use this happens, change it to Mode-2. The "USB Wakeup function" will be displayed on the external devices connected to the USB ports. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- 152 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup If the function does not work with Mode-1 setting, change the setting to...
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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 are familiar with Networking To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating...
... The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change your work routine, you are familiar with Networking To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating...
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... part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not using functions. 172 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. This tab also provides options...
... part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not using functions. 172 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. This tab also provides options...
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... a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you through the display options. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). You may have gone into a working . 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 on the external monitor...
... a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you through the display options. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). You may have gone into a working . 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 on the external monitor...
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For more advanced users. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on how to change these settings. Connect a telephone handset to the line to someone else. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may...
For more advanced users. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on how to change these settings. Connect a telephone handset to the line to someone else. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may...
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...; Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn OFF the computer while external devices are still functioning. 6 For each additional hardware or software item, repeat these steps, starting at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before connecting a new hardware item to the computer. This will clean up anything 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...
...; Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn OFF the computer while external devices are still functioning. 6 For each additional hardware or software item, repeat these steps, starting at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before connecting a new hardware item to the computer. This will clean up anything 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...
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... Web, and other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that activates a memory resident program. The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any device to perform a task...
... Web, and other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that activates a memory resident program. The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any device to perform a task...
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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...