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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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... into the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Getting Started 33 Setting up your software" on page 39 before you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer...
... into the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Getting Started 33 Setting up your software" on page 39 before you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer...
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... software setup choices. 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) ❖ Connect an external keyboard... page 70) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on -screen instructions. Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software When you through steps to set up your software...
... software setup choices. 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) ❖ Connect an external keyboard... page 70) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on -screen instructions. Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software When you through steps to set up your software...
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.... Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in minor bodily injury. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to follow these directions could result in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for...
.... Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in minor bodily injury. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to follow these directions could result in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for...
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... on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Getting Started 41 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 105. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating...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 Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3....
... on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Getting Started 41 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 105. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating...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 Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3....
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... have built up. 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. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 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 ...
... have built up. 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. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 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 ...
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...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 key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on 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 key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on the ...
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... place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. These latches should be completely inserted into the latches...side of the module. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the socket. The memory module should "snap" into the slot 15 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly,...
... place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. These latches should be completely inserted into the latches...side of the module. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the socket. The memory module should "snap" into the slot 15 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly,...
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... computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Checking total memory" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have at least one... memory module installed for the computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on page 107. ...
... computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Checking total memory" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have at least one... memory module installed for the computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on page 107. ...
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... cases, the Sleep configuration will be a sign that you turn it is suggested, this could hang up the next time you need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. Do not try to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. When Safe Mode is... be lost. In either of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it on and data in memory will not be saved. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is in Sleep...
... cases, the Sleep configuration will be a sign that you turn it is suggested, this could hang up the next time you need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. Do not try to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. When Safe Mode is... be lost. In either of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it on and data in memory will not be saved. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is in Sleep...
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... or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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-insert the main battery. Make sure to a power outlet (even if...
... or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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-insert the main battery. Make sure to a power outlet (even if...
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... writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to recover your permission. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. To do this computer?" otherwise, click Cancel. 48 Getting... Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to work. If the...
... writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to recover your permission. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. To do this computer?" otherwise, click Cancel. 48 Getting... Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to work. If the...
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Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). It is a good idea to turn off your computer. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will ... for turning off the computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. You must turn off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or...
Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). It is a good idea to turn off your computer. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will ... for turning off the computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. You must turn off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or...
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...then shuts down completely, but it , including all open documents and programs to your computer sleeps for an extended period of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it first saves the current state of the system is...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 completely while the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ...
...then shuts down completely, but it , including all open documents and programs to your computer sleeps for an extended period of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it first saves the current state of the system is...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 completely while the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ...
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... which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in Sleep mode. The computer saves the status of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories...
... which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in Sleep mode. The computer saves the status of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories...
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... reconnect, or your computer to the internal storage drive. See "Saving your software documentation for further information. See your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work " on page 91 for details. 84 If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your...
... reconnect, or your computer to the internal storage drive. See "Saving your software documentation for further information. See your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Your work " on page 91 for details. 84 If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your...
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... may vary considerably from specifications depending on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at least once a month. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to perform at accessories....toshiba.com. 96 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life...
... may vary considerably from specifications depending on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at least once a month. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to perform at accessories....toshiba.com. 96 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life...
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... system operation and will allow the battery to a month when the computer is powered off . 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 recharge. NOTE Depending on your computer, plug the computer into a live...
... system operation and will allow the battery to a month when the computer is powered off . 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 recharge. NOTE Depending on your computer, plug the computer into a live...