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... a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting...
... a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting...
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... installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slots on may be hot. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
... installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slots on may be hot. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
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... computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more...
... computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more...
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...; 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. If you can check that says, "Windows® needs your permission. 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. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the...
...; 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. If you can check that says, "Windows® needs your permission. 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. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the...
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... HDMI Out port* ❖ A standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player via the S-video Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) Out port S-video Out port* RGB (Monitor Out) port (Sample Illustration) Back of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your computer if you need a larger screen. The system display default is set at the same time. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings...
... HDMI Out port* ❖ A standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player via the S-video Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) Out port S-video Out port* RGB (Monitor Out) port (Sample Illustration) Back of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your computer if you need a larger screen. The system display default is set at the same time. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings...
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.... Toshiba notebooks with the appropriate device attached and turned on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you turn on . The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa 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 certain models) HDMI...
.... Toshiba notebooks with the appropriate device attached and turned on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you turn on . The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa 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 certain models) HDMI...
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...want to the USB ports. The Wakeup setting (function to allow USB ports to Mode-1. To change it to Disabled. For normal use of the options that function. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the USB tab. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Enabled in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work with Mode-1 setting, change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the external devices connected to use this function. By changing any of this...
...want to the USB ports. The Wakeup setting (function to allow USB ports to Mode-1. To change it to Disabled. For normal use of the options that function. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the USB tab. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Enabled in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work with Mode-1 setting, change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the external devices connected to use this function. By changing any of this...
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... Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. To do this, use the options in the DC-IN socket. The amperage rating of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to start . ❖ The operating system...
... Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. To do this, use the options in the DC-IN socket. The amperage rating of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to start . ❖ The operating system...
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... driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the dialog box vary from one memory module is to be installed in "Installing a memory module" on page 51, and making sure the module 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...
... driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the dialog box vary from one memory module is to be installed in "Installing a memory module" on page 51, and making sure the module 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...
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... a hardware conflict 175 Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. Click Display settings to activate the screen. If you through the display options. 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 hardware conflict 175 Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. Click Display settings to activate the screen. If you through the display options. 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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... the communications program. Connect a telephone handset to the line to change these settings. If it can detect access points or routers. 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 ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive...
... the communications program. Connect a telephone handset to the line to change these settings. If it can detect access points or routers. 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 ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive...
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... top-left of the Windows® Taskbar). 2 Click Connect to a network. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. To use the access point. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware releases. If it is not enabled on the device. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 185 4 Enter IPCONFIG /ALL and press Enter. The IP address for each active network adapter will be secure.
... top-left of the Windows® Taskbar). 2 Click Connect to a network. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. To use the access point. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware releases. If it is not enabled on the device. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 185 4 Enter IPCONFIG /ALL and press Enter. The IP address for each active network adapter will be secure.
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... network) - A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also diskette. See device. Internet - K keyboard shortcut - Compare non-interlaced. internal device - A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work...
... network) - A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also diskette. See device. Internet - K keyboard shortcut - Compare non-interlaced. internal device - A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work...
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... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
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... battery power 104 setting up 42, 52 warning resume failure message 166 computer lock 84 computing tips 85 connecting 69 connecting to a power source 45 connection set up 125 control buttons 67 Ctrl keys 88 D desktop creating new icon 122 major features 122 desktop exploration 121 desktop icons 122 Device Manager 171 checking properties 171 devices keyboard 71 mouse 71 Disk Defragmenter 177 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk...
... battery power 104 setting up 42, 52 warning resume failure message 166 computer lock 84 computing tips 85 connecting 69 connecting to a power source 45 connection set up 125 control buttons 67 Ctrl keys 88 D desktop creating new icon 122 major features 122 desktop exploration 121 desktop icons 122 Device Manager 171 checking properties 171 devices keyboard 71 mouse 71 Disk Defragmenter 177 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk...
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... battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 95 optical media creating...
... battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 95 optical media creating...
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... files 178 Device Manager 171 disk drive is slow 177 display is blank 175 ExpressCard® 180 checklist 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...
... files 178 Device Manager 171 disk drive is slow 177 display is blank 175 ExpressCard® 180 checklist 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...
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... computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is to the lock button in minor bodily injury. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu You will 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. You can...
... computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is to the lock button in minor bodily injury. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu You will 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. You can...
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... battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 27 to work. The computer could hang up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must have at least one memory module is in memory will not be saved. Do not try to be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you turn...
... battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 27 to work. The computer could hang up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must have at least one memory module is in memory will not be saved. Do not try to be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you turn...
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... the memory module to work. 32 Adding memory (optional) The following screen may appear when you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at least one another, you may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the slot. 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using...
... the memory module to work. 32 Adding memory (optional) The following screen may appear when you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at least one another, you may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the slot. 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using...