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Contents 19 Setting up your software 38 Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Adding optional external devices 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 40 Removing a memory module 45 Checking total memory 46 Hard Drive Recovery 47 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 47 Creating a Recovery DVD 54 Restoring using the Recovery Media 55 Checking the...
Contents 19 Setting up your software 38 Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Adding optional external devices 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 40 Removing a memory module 45 Checking total memory 46 Hard Drive Recovery 47 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 47 Creating a Recovery DVD 54 Restoring using the Recovery Media 55 Checking the...
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... audio features 107 Recording sounds 107 Using external speakers or headphones..........108 Using the Web Camera 109 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 109 Inserting memory media 110 Removing memory media 110 Chapter 5: Utilities 112 TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator 113 TOSHIBA Application Installer 113 TOSHIBA Password Utility 114 Deleting a user password 115
... audio features 107 Recording sounds 107 Using external speakers or headphones..........108 Using the Web Camera 109 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 109 Inserting memory media 110 Removing memory media 110 Chapter 5: Utilities 112 TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator 113 TOSHIBA Application Installer 113 TOSHIBA Password Utility 114 Deleting a user password 115
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...Starting Fn-esse 118 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........119 TOSHIBA Power Saver 120 Preset Power Profiles 121 Quickly creating a new power profile 121 Customizing a power profile 121 Mouse Utility 122 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 123 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 127 TOSHIBA Accessibility 128 Chapter ... 135 A plan of action 136 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....136 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........137 Memory problems 139 Power and the batteries 139 Keyboard problems 141 Display problems 141 Disk, diskette, or storage drive problems........143 ...
...Starting Fn-esse 118 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........119 TOSHIBA Power Saver 120 Preset Power Profiles 121 Quickly creating a new power profile 121 Customizing a power profile 121 Mouse Utility 122 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 123 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 127 TOSHIBA Accessibility 128 Chapter ... 135 A plan of action 136 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....136 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........137 Memory problems 139 Power and the batteries 139 Keyboard problems 141 Display problems 141 Disk, diskette, or storage drive problems........143 ...
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... the computer. Using your computer on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer and memory. 32 Getting Started Setting up your computer Important information on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you...
... the computer. Using your computer on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer and memory. 32 Getting Started Setting up your computer Important information on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you...
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...memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 38. See "Setting up your software. After starting your computer for the first time you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by double-clicking the Toshiba... Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Failure to your desktop and then double-clicking Toshiba Registration. Product registration can be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 40) ❖ Connect a...
...memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 38. See "Setting up your software. After starting your computer for the first time you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by double-clicking the Toshiba... Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Failure to your desktop and then double-clicking Toshiba Registration. Product registration can be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 40) ❖ Connect a...
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... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 38. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slot on may be hot. You may also be hot. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage ... it. Your computer comes with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module A memory module can be lost. The surrounding ...
... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 38. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slot on may be hot. You may also be hot. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage ... it. Your computer comes with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module A memory module can be lost. The surrounding ...
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... page 94. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC... to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then Turn Off computer. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to locate the memory module slot cover. 5 Remove the main battery.
... page 94. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC... to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then Turn Off computer. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to locate the memory module slot cover. 5 Remove the main battery.
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... electricity you may need to remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on page 45. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the...the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Grease or dust on the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector may cause memory access problems. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may have built up. ...
... electricity you may need to remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on page 45. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the...the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Grease or dust on the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector may cause memory access problems. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may have built up. ...
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Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 43 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector.
Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 43 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector.
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... the module to seat the module into position. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the latches at the sides of the socket. These latches... inserted into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. Memory slot Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket and level when ...
... the module to seat the module into position. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the latches at the sides of the socket. These latches... inserted into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. Memory slot Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket and level when ...
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... the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Do not try to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Standby or Hibernation mode. Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 95. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect... setting up when you can verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Checking total memory" on again. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. The following : Press the power ...
... the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Do not try to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Standby or Hibernation mode. Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 95. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect... setting up when you can verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Checking total memory" on again. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. The following : Press the power ...
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...on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 40), and then check that the computer has recognized the change a memory module, you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the ...computer. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the...
...on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 40), and then check that the computer has recognized the change a memory module, you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the ...computer. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the...
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...you were using . You should save your work before putting your internal storage drive. Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from turning off . For information on how to use and ...on page 66. Getting Started Turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the internal storage drive rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left off the computer or using...
...you were using . You should save your work before putting your internal storage drive. Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from turning off . For information on how to use and ...on page 66. Getting Started Turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the internal storage drive rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left off the computer or using...
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... software documentation for further information. See your work frequently. If the network you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and...
... software documentation for further information. See your work frequently. If the network you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and...
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... to perform at least once a month. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to your Toshiba computer. This may shorten the life of publication. TECHNICAL NOTE: Depending... may fail to retain a charge. If the computer is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that shipped with your system), for an extended period (more than a month), the battery may vary considerably from specifications depending on product...
... to perform at least once a month. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to your Toshiba computer. This may shorten the life of publication. TECHNICAL NOTE: Depending... may fail to retain a charge. If the computer is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that shipped with your system), for an extended period (more than a month), the battery may vary considerably from specifications depending on product...
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...; The battery is powered off . HINT: Once the battery is using all of battery capacity. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to a month when the computer is extremely hot or cold. Mobile Computing Charging batteries 87...
...; The battery is powered off . HINT: Once the battery is using all of battery capacity. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to a month when the computer is extremely hot or cold. Mobile Computing Charging batteries 87...
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... for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. The card pops out slightly. Removing memory media 1 Prepare the media for safe removal, a message will tell you want to ...remove. If the media can destroy data. 110 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face...
... for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. The card pops out slightly. Removing memory media 1 Prepare the media for safe removal, a message will tell you want to ...remove. If the media can destroy data. 110 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face...
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Even when the Windows® message "copying..." disappears, writing to go out. Wait for the indicator light to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed. Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. 111 (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read.
Even when the Windows® message "copying..." disappears, writing to go out. Wait for the indicator light to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed. Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. 111 (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read.
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... Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to best meet your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ TOSHIBA Password Utility ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖...
... Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to best meet your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ TOSHIBA Password Utility ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖...
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...in the window. 5 When formatting is completed, click Close to begin formatting. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card. 3 Select the formatting option: ❖ Quick Format ❖ Full Format 4...most often used with the Bridge Media Adapter slot. To format an SD memory card using this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format. Utilities TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 119 There are two ways to assign a key to ...
...in the window. 5 When formatting is completed, click Close to begin formatting. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card. 3 Select the formatting option: ❖ Quick Format ❖ Full Format 4...most often used with the Bridge Media Adapter slot. To format an SD memory card using this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format. Utilities TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 119 There are two ways to assign a key to ...