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Model: Satellite Pro® C640/C650 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR...
Model: Satellite Pro® C640/C650 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR...
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... is necessary. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for any person to use a computer or other number for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to do this equipment, for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) But if advanced notice is...
... is necessary. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for any person to use a computer or other number for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to do this equipment, for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) But if advanced notice is...
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... changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using...
... changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using...
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... model, Slot A is the top slot. You can be installed, it . Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one or two memory modules. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. NOTE For this procedure. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install...
... model, Slot A is the top slot. You can be installed, it . Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one or two memory modules. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. NOTE For this procedure. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install...
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... "Removing a memory module" on the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 57. Back of computer Back of computer C640 series C650 series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using...
... "Removing a memory module" on the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 57. Back of computer Back of computer C640 series C650 series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using...
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... adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury.
... adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury.
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... memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you want to allow you to work. 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...
... memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you want to allow you to work. 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...
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... external display device via the RGB (monitor) port. NOTE Alternately, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on the side of the Windows Control Panel. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in the Windows Control Panel. If you disable tapping only, you first need a larger screen. Getting Started 79 Using external display devices NOTE TouchPad setting options vary by default. For more information, please visit www.support.toshiba.com, and enter...
... external display device via the RGB (monitor) port. NOTE Alternately, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on the side of the Windows Control Panel. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in the Windows Control Panel. If you disable tapping only, you first need a larger screen. Getting Started 79 Using external display devices NOTE TouchPad setting options vary by default. For more information, please visit www.support.toshiba.com, and enter...
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... computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. This precaution is reading from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it is especially important for C650 Series Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for C640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for files you do...
... computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. This precaution is reading from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it is especially important for C650 Series Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for C640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for files you do...
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... headphones to open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to listen, turn the volume down. For example, if it is turned on the disc. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. Continuous exposure to your hearing. Do not set the volume too high when using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon...
... headphones to open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to listen, turn the volume down. For example, if it is turned on the disc. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. Continuous exposure to your hearing. Do not set the volume too high when using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon...
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... the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit...
... the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit...
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... to change the system in the Startup menu. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Repair Your Computer ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver...
... to change the system in the Startup menu. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Repair Your Computer ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver...
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... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a 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 the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. This opens the Personalization window. To change the display...
... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a 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 the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. This opens the Personalization window. To change the display...
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... networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. For more advanced users. Make sure the line has a dial tone. Connect a telephone handset to the line to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If it may be a configuration issue. ❖ Verify that signal strength is good using the utility provided with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is on certain models.) This section lists...
... networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. For more advanced users. Make sure the line has a dial tone. Connect a telephone handset to the line to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If it may be a configuration issue. ❖ Verify that signal strength is good using the utility provided with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is on certain models.) This section lists...
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... adaptor 45 AC power 114 AC power light 45 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 59 memory (optional) 50 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Application Cards 186 audio features 135 B backing up files 95, 105 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 128 care 125, 126 changing 122 214 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 165 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 47, 114 charging the real...
... adaptor 45 AC power 114 AC power light 45 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 59 memory (optional) 50 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Application Cards 186 audio features 135 B backing up files 95, 105 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 128 care 125, 126 changing 122 214 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 165 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 47, 114 charging the real...
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Index 215 RTC memory 113 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 118 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eject, optical disc drive 106 power 49 Shut down 52, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 128 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 163 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
Index 215 RTC memory 113 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 118 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eject, optical disc drive 106 power 49 Shut down 52, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 128 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 163 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
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... printing 104 restore 105 saving 102 using a file extension 103 function keys 98 H headphones using 135 Help and Support Windows® operating system 162 Hibernation mode 84 configuring 88 configuring options 88 hot key 192 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 88 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 195 display brightness 194 Hibernation mode 192 keyboard overlays 198 Lock (Instant security) 189 Output (Display switch) 193 power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 using to set a power plan 121 volume mute 188...
... printing 104 restore 105 saving 102 using a file extension 103 function keys 98 H headphones using 135 Help and Support Windows® operating system 162 Hibernation mode 84 configuring 88 configuring options 88 hot key 192 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 88 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 195 display brightness 194 Hibernation mode 192 keyboard overlays 198 Lock (Instant security) 189 Output (Display switch) 193 power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 using to set a power plan 121 volume mute 188...
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... for cursor control 100 overlay keys 99 overlay to type numeric data 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 117 AC adaptor light 116 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 88, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 50 check total memory 59 problem solving 164 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 51...
... for cursor control 100 overlay keys 99 overlay to type numeric data 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 117 AC adaptor light 116 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 88, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 50 check total memory 59 problem solving 164 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 51...
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... printer connecting 81 problem solving 171 setting up 82 USB-compatible 81 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 164 battery charge does not last 165 battery not charging 165 changing display properties 167 checking device properties 163 computer will not power up 158 contacting Toshiba 180, 181 corrupted/damaged data files 169 Device Manager 163 disk drive is slow 169 display is blank 166 external display not working 168 external monitor 167 faulty memory 164...
... printer connecting 81 problem solving 171 setting up 82 USB-compatible 81 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 164 battery charge does not last 165 battery not charging 165 changing display properties 167 checking device properties 163 computer will not power up 158 contacting Toshiba 180, 181 corrupted/damaged data files 169 Device Manager 163 disk drive is slow 169 display is blank 166 external display not working 168 external monitor 167 faulty memory 164...
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... user password, deleting 148 user password, setting 147 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 88 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive 106 Shut down command 85 Sleep mode 90 TouchPad™ 75 Web Camera 136 using the keyboard 96 using the overlay for cursor control 100 Utilities 139 V video projector adjusting display 81 W warranty standard limited warranty 40 Web Camera using 136 Web sites 181 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 132 Windows® Explorer starting...
... user password, deleting 148 user password, setting 147 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 88 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive 106 Shut down command 85 Sleep mode 90 TouchPad™ 75 Web Camera 136 using the keyboard 96 using the overlay for cursor control 100 Utilities 139 V video projector adjusting display 81 W warranty standard limited warranty 40 Web Camera using 136 Web sites 181 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 132 Windows® Explorer starting...