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.... 26 Trademarks Satellite is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. ConfigFree is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems... MultiMediaCard Association. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks ...of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other brand and product names are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and i.LINK are owned by Toshiba is a registered trademark of Personal Computer Memory...
.... 26 Trademarks Satellite is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. ConfigFree is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems... MultiMediaCard Association. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks ...of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other brand and product names are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and i.LINK are owned by Toshiba is a registered trademark of Personal Computer Memory...
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... 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive ...Dual Mode 67 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 70 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up a printer 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........73...
... 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive ...Dual Mode 67 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 70 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up a printer 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........73...
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... 135 Removing an ExpressCard 135 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 136 Inserting memory media 137 Removing memory media 137 Using the i.LINK® port 138 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 139 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Connect 141 Secure 142 Protect & Fix 143 Optimize 144 Toshiba Application Installer 145 Setting passwords 146 Using an instant password 146 Using...
... 135 Removing an ExpressCard 135 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 136 Inserting memory media 137 Removing memory media 137 Using the i.LINK® port 138 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 139 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Connect 141 Secure 142 Protect & Fix 143 Optimize 144 Toshiba Application Installer 145 Setting passwords 146 Using an instant password 146 Using...
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... 148 Deleting a user password 149 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........151 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility 152 Booting from a bootable SD card 153 Mouse Utility 153 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 156 TOSHIBA Button Support 157 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Fingerprint Authentication Utility...
... 148 Deleting a user password 149 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........151 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility 152 Booting from a bootable SD card 153 Mouse Utility 153 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 156 TOSHIBA Button Support 157 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Fingerprint Authentication Utility...
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Contents 33 Resolving a hardware conflict 180 A plan of action 180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 182 Power and the batteries 183 Keyboard problems 184 Display problems 185 Disk drive problems 187 Optical drive problems 189 ...in the Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 204 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Application Cards 209 Using the...
Contents 33 Resolving a hardware conflict 180 A plan of action 180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 182 Power and the batteries 183 Keyboard problems 184 Display problems 185 Disk drive problems 187 Optical drive problems 189 ...in the Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 204 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Application Cards 209 Using the...
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... software" on the computer for the first time, do not turn on page 42 before you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
... software" on the computer for the first time, do not turn on page 42 before you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
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...a printer" on page 71) ❖ Connect an optional external disk drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 73) ❖ Install an ExpressCard (see "Using an ExpressCard™" on page 135) (available on page 42. After starting your computer... devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up process of your computer. Getting Started 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, ...
...a printer" on page 71) ❖ Connect an optional external disk drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 73) ❖ Install an ExpressCard (see "Using an ExpressCard™" on page 135) (available on page 42. After starting your computer... devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up process of your computer. Getting Started 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, ...
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...the first time, do not turn on the base of the computer. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot. Allow the module to cool to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. Getting Started 49 .... The surrounding area may want to run most of today's popular applications. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in good condition. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before ...
...the first time, do not turn on the base of the computer. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot. Allow the module to cool to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. Getting Started 49 .... The surrounding area may want to run most of today's popular applications. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in good condition. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before ...
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.... If the computer is in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock button in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will ... removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer,...
.... If the computer is in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock button in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will ... removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer,...
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Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can retrieve them later. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover.
Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can retrieve them later. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover.
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...module. 11 Pick up . Grease or dust on the connector may have built up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 55. Before you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding ...connector. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Static electricity can damage the memory module. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its connector. 10...
...module. 11 Pick up . Grease or dust on the connector may have built up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 55. Before you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding ...connector. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Static electricity can damage the memory module. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its connector. 10...
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...the module to seat the module into the latches at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the... memory module Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at the sides of the socket. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, ...
...the module to seat the module into the latches at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the... memory module Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at the sides of the socket. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, ...
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...using the captive screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. The memory module should be completely inserted into position. If you can now continue setting up the computer. 54 Getting ... computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in place. When the operating system...
...using the captive screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. The memory module should be completely inserted into position. If you can now continue setting up the computer. 54 Getting ... computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in place. When the operating system...
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...If your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be a sign that you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom.... If one another, you may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you turn it is best to press Enter ...
...If your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be a sign that you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom.... If one another, you may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you turn it is best to press Enter ...
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... angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. The... up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 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 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches...
... angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. The... up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 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 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches...
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... make sure all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the computer again, you left off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off your computer, save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to continue... working after turning off . If you change your mind and decide to memory, so that when you turn off . Since Hibernation mode does not require power to where you left it, including all open programs and files...
... make sure all , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the computer again, you left off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off your computer, save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to continue... working after turning off . If you change your mind and decide to memory, so that when you turn off . Since Hibernation mode does not require power to where you left it, including all open programs and files...
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... choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut.... Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Getting Started 75 Turning off the computer For information on how to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after...
... choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut.... Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Getting Started 75 Turning off the computer For information on how to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after...
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... menu. The Shut Down menu appears. The Power Options window appears. You can also specify an amount of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Sleep. Configuring Sleep mode options...
... menu. The Shut Down menu appears. The Power Options window appears. You can also specify an amount of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Sleep. Configuring Sleep mode options...
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...: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Your work " on page...
...: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Your work " on page...
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... while running the computer on AC power. If the computer is attached. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on usage. It maintains ...life numbers are achieved on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at least once a month. After a period of time, the battery will need to a month while the computer is normal for procedures....
... while running the computer on AC power. If the computer is attached. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on usage. It maintains ...life numbers are achieved on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at least once a month. After a period of time, the battery will need to a month while the computer is normal for procedures....