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20 Contents Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Adding optional external devices 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 40 Removing a memory module 46 Checking total memory 48 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 48 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 50 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions ...
20 Contents Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Adding optional external devices 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 40 Removing a memory module 46 Checking total memory 48 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 48 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 50 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions ...
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... Using external speakers or headphones..........117 Using the Web Camera 118 Using the Memory card reader 118 Inserting memory media 119 Removing memory media 119 Chapter 5: Utilities 121 TOSHIBA Assist 122 Secure 123 Protect & Fix 124 Optimize 125 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 126 Setting passwords 127 Using an instant password 127 Using...
... Using external speakers or headphones..........117 Using the Web Camera 118 Using the Memory card reader 118 Inserting memory media 119 Removing memory media 119 Chapter 5: Utilities 121 TOSHIBA Assist 122 Secure 123 Protect & Fix 124 Optimize 125 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 126 Setting passwords 127 Using an instant password 127 Using...
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Contents 23 Using a user password 129 Deleting a user password 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 Mouse Utility 132 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 133 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 135 TOSHIBA Accessibility 136 TOSHIBA eco Utility 137 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 138 Problems that are... The Windows® operating system can help you 143 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 144 Checking device properties 144 Memory problems 145 Power and the batteries 145 Keyboard problems 147 Display problems 147 Disk or storage drive problems 149 Error-checking...
Contents 23 Using a user password 129 Deleting a user password 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 Mouse Utility 132 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 133 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 135 TOSHIBA Accessibility 136 TOSHIBA eco Utility 137 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 138 Problems that are... The Windows® operating system can help you 143 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 144 Checking device properties 144 Memory problems 145 Power and the batteries 145 Keyboard problems 147 Display problems 147 Disk or storage drive problems 149 Error-checking...
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... at the underside of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even...
... at the underside of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even...
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...system has loaded completely. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 70) Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software When you turn on -screen instructions. NOTE The names... windows appear, may want to set up your software. Getting Started 39 Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your software setup choices. Failure...
...system has loaded completely. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 70) Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software When you turn on -screen instructions. NOTE The names... windows appear, may want to set up your software. Getting Started 39 Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your software setup choices. Failure...
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... small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. You may also be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 39. If the computer has been running recently,...cooled. 40 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Connect an optional external optical disc drive Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module A memory module can be lost. Before...
... small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. You may also be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 39. If the computer has been running recently,...cooled. 40 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Connect an optional external optical disc drive Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module A memory module can be lost. Before...
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... cover Front of the Start menu. Getting Started 41 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 105. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at ... the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. The computer closes...
... cover Front of the Start menu. Getting Started 41 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 105. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at ... the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. The computer closes...
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...screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you may cause memory access problems. 9 If replacing an existing memory module, remove this memory module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the ...grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 46. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Static ...
...screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you may cause memory access problems. 9 If replacing an existing memory module, remove this memory module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the ...grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on page 46. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Static ...
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... module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket 13 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer. 12 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. notch latch connector latch...
... module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket 13 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer. 12 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. notch latch connector latch...
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... inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. The memory module should "snap" into the slot 15 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. Back of the... module to seat the module into position. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 13-14. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the...
... inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. The memory module should "snap" into the slot 15 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. Back of the... module to seat the module into position. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 13-14. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the...
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... installed for the computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) 16 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any ...the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Checking total memory" on page 107. 17 Turn the computer right side up the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra...
... installed for the computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) 16 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any ...the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Checking total memory" on page 107. 17 Turn the computer right side up the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra...
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...so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive... at which time Windows® should boot back up normally. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the... computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could be a sign that you may appear when you turn ...
...so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive... at which time Windows® should boot back up normally. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the... computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could be a sign that you may appear when you turn ...
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... on page 107. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Back of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Getting Started 47 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re...
... on page 107. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Back of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Getting Started 47 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re...
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...Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; The System window appears. otherwise, click Cancel. Checking ... doing things on page 40), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading. To do this computer?" Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. 48 Getting Started Recovering the...
...Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; The System window appears. otherwise, click Cancel. Checking ... doing things on page 40), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading. To do this computer?" Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. 48 Getting Started Recovering the...
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... off the power while a disk/disc is off . It is a good idea to lose your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more than one option available for several days or if you are off... fully charge the main battery. You must turn off your computer in -use light are off your computer, save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for the first time, leave...
... off the power while a disk/disc is off . It is a good idea to lose your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more than one option available for several days or if you are off... fully charge the main battery. You must turn off your computer in -use light are off your computer, save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for the first time, leave...
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... the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep ... Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Getting Started 73 Turning off . Sleep saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode, ...
... the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep ... Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Getting Started 73 Turning off . Sleep saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode, ...
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... Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of these methods, you first need to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in the pop-up menu.
... Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of these methods, you first need to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in the pop-up menu.
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.... HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. See "Saving your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Computing tips ❖ Save your work since you save feature that can be activated. See your battery runs out of charge...
.... HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. See "Saving your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Computing tips ❖ Save your work since you save feature that can be activated. See your battery runs out of charge...
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... Windows® power plans, see "Maintaining your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is helpful to your Toshiba computer. 96 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice ...if applicable to fully discharge the battery periodically. If the computer is only achieved on battery power at accessories.toshiba.com. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on the select models and configurations tested by any conditions ...
... Windows® power plans, see "Maintaining your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is helpful to your Toshiba computer. 96 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice ...if applicable to fully discharge the battery periodically. If the computer is only achieved on battery power at accessories.toshiba.com. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that will lose its maximum capacity, operate the computer on the select models and configurations tested by any conditions ...
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Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for up to store your computer, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. NOTE ...
Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for up to store your computer, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. NOTE ...