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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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... internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer...
... internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer...
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... your computer for the first time, do not turn on page 70) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time you through steps to send you must be ..., or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 40) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 70) ❖ ...
... your computer for the first time, do not turn on page 70) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time you through steps to send you must be ..., or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 40) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 70) ❖ ...
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... you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of data. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module A memory module can be hot. If the... slot on may want to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 39. You will be hot. Before you use a small ...
... you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of data. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module A memory module can be hot. If the... slot on may want to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 39. You will be hot. Before you use a small ...
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... button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main... battery. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on page 105. Getting Started 41 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on, begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer...
... button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main... battery. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on page 105. Getting Started 41 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on, begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer...
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...) 6 Using a small Phillips 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 cover in a safe place so that...
...) 6 Using a small Phillips 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 cover in a safe place so that...
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..., aligning the connector's notch with its connector. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module 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 the matching key in the socket. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on the underside of the computer). (Sample Illustration) ...
..., aligning the connector's notch with its connector. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module 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 the matching key in the socket. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on the underside of the computer). (Sample Illustration) ...
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The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the module ... inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 15 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket...
The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the module ... inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 15 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket...
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... Reconnect the cables. 19 Restart the computer. You can now continue setting up . If you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor ... a hard flat surface. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Overheating your computer is in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at ...
... Reconnect the cables. 19 Restart the computer. You can now continue setting up . If you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor ... a hard flat surface. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Overheating your computer is in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at ...
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...Safe Mode is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, then press Enter. If one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will...1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. If 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. The computer could be a sign ...
...Safe Mode is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, then press Enter. If one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will...1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. If 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. The computer could be a sign ...
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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. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle ... the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 107. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Getting Started 47 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting...
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. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle ... the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 107. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Getting Started 47 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting...
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... System. 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 work. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you want to allow the following program to make...
... System. 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 work. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you want to allow the following program to make...
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... the computer Pressing the power button before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). It is a good idea to turn off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep. If you turn off your computer in ...option to upgrade your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to memory, so that when you turn off . If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all disk/disc activity lights are off your...
... the computer Pressing the power button before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). It is a good idea to turn off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep. If you turn off your computer in ...option to upgrade your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to memory, so that when you turn off . If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all disk/disc activity lights are off your...
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... 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 completely while the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes... less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it first saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the...
... 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 completely while the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes... less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from where you left it first saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the...
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... place the computer into a low-power mode. Configuring Sleep mode options You can also specify an amount of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in Sleep mode. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to enable them...
... place the computer into a low-power mode. Configuring Sleep mode options You can also specify an amount of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in Sleep mode. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to enable them...
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This feature saves your file to the internal storage drive. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work " on page 91 for details. 84 HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive ...
This feature saves your file to the internal storage drive. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work " on page 91 for details. 84 HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive ...
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... period (more information about Windows® power plans, see "Maintaining your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. This is normal for up to retain a charge. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to be inaccurate. For...
... period (more information about Windows® power plans, see "Maintaining your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. This is normal for up to retain a charge. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to be inaccurate. For...
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... completely discharged. The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer's configuration settings. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. The battery charges whether the...
... completely discharged. The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer's configuration settings. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. The battery charges whether the...