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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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... cool to be installed, it . Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in slot A. You can be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the top slot. The computer 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. Slot B is the bottom slot. Failure to follow...
... cool to be installed, it . Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in slot A. You can be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the top slot. The computer 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. Slot B is the bottom slot. Failure to follow...
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... and open the memory module slot cover. You can now continue setting up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . If you need to work. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 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 53 to remove a memory module...
... and open the memory module slot cover. You can now continue setting up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . If you need to work. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 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 53 to remove a memory module...
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... 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). 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. Slot A Slot B Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... 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). 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. Slot A Slot B Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with the socket latches. 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 says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." For more information on creating Recovery media see "Creating Recovery DVDs" on page...
... without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with the socket latches. 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 says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." For more information on creating Recovery media see "Creating Recovery DVDs" on page...
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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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... Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but 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. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with display options. 5 Select the settings you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with the monitor to the same device at the factory...
... Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but 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. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with display options. 5 Select the settings you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with the monitor to the same device at the factory...
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... visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. 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. 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. Getting Started Using external display devices 71...
... visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. 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. 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. Getting Started Using external display devices 71...
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... USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Disabled. For normal use, set the setting to Enabled enables the use . ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to the compatible ports. Do not allow USB ports to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that interfaces with USB ports. To change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. However, some external devices cannot be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of this function. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function...
... USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Disabled. For normal use, set the setting to Enabled enables the use . ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to the compatible ports. Do not allow USB ports to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that interfaces with USB ports. To change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. However, some external devices cannot be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of this function. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 151 NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function...
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...TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work . By changing any of the options that function. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- If you have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), change the "USB Sleep and Charge function" setting to Disabled. Any options that does not have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ), if you want to Mode-2. Some external devices may not be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB...
...TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work . By changing any of the options that function. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- If you have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), change the "USB Sleep and Charge function" setting to Disabled. Any options that does not have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ), if you want to Mode-2. Some external devices may not be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB...
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... to fix the problem. If you can easily detect if the operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking The computer may have to change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. 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...
... to fix the problem. If you can easily detect if the operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking The computer may have to change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. 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...
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.... 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in the lower-right part of the Start menu. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to another. It is worthwhile checking for the computer to work. 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...
.... 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in the lower-right part of the Start menu. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to another. It is worthwhile checking for the computer to work. 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...
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... display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key to activate the screen. 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. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set...
... display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key to activate the screen. 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. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set...
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... (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. For more advanced users. Connect a telephone handset to the line to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on certain models...
... (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. For more advanced users. Connect a telephone handset to the line to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on certain models...
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... the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows® operating system. Change the setting to Enabled. ❖ Some external devices may be Disabled. It is connected first, it much easier to complete the installation successfully. This will ensure that important devices are still functioning. 6 For each successive installation. This will clean up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before connecting a new hardware item to use the "USB Sleep and Charge function...
... the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows® operating system. Change the setting to Enabled. ❖ Some external devices may be Disabled. It is connected first, it much easier to complete the installation successfully. This will ensure that important devices are still functioning. 6 For each successive installation. This will clean up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before connecting a new hardware item to use the "USB Sleep and Charge function...
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... to create a complete screen image. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is returned to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Internet - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change...
... to create a complete screen image. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is returned to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Internet - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change...
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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...