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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 be charged before you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. NOTE The...
... internal components to be charged before you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. NOTE The...
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Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. 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 ...the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. The first...
Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. 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 ...the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software" on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. The first...
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... software. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. The surrounding area may damage the computer..., the module, or both. Installing a memory module with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module,...
... software. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. The surrounding area may damage the computer..., the module, or both. Installing a memory module with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module,...
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Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside ... remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. 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...
Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside ... remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. 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...
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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...surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Back of "Removing a memory module" on page 46. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. ...
...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...surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Back of "Removing a memory module" on page 46. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. ...
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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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...when secured in the side of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 13-14. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. Back of the socket. 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. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge...
...when secured in the side of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 13-14. The memory module should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. Back of the socket. 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. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge...
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... charged battery" on page 48. 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. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a ...if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Checking total memory" on page 107. 17 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Overheating your computer is connected to work surface before restarting the computer...
... charged battery" on page 48. 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. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a ...if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Checking total memory" on page 107. 17 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Overheating your computer is connected to work surface before restarting the computer...
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...configuration will be saved. The computer could be a sign that you may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 40 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in memory will not be lost. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the..." is suggested, this could hang up the next time you need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not try to shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly.
...configuration will be saved. The computer could be a sign that you may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 40 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in memory will not be lost. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the..." is suggested, this could hang up the next time you need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not try to shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly.
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... on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Back of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause ... or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the underside 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-insert the main battery.
... on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Back of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause ... or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the underside 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-insert the main battery.
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...recognized the change. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. The System window appears. 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 your computer without your internal storage drive if...the computer. 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 recover your permission.
...recognized the change. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. The System window appears. 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 your computer without your internal storage drive if...the computer. 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 recover your permission.
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... Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you 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 a while. If you change your mind and... though the computer is a good idea to turn off your computer when you must turn off your computer, save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory).
... Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you 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 a while. If you change your mind and... though the computer is a good idea to turn off your computer when you must turn off your computer, save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory).
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... choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from...® operating system may save any open programs and files you left it first saves the current 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...
... choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from...® operating system may save any open programs and files you left it first saves the current 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...
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... Turning off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in Sleep mode. The computer saves the status of time after which the computer automatically goes into Sleep mode...
... Turning off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to the memory, turns off the computer 2 Click Sleep in Sleep mode. The computer saves the status of time after which the computer automatically goes into Sleep mode...
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... your work since you will lose all work " on page 91 for details. 84 Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you last saved. If the...
... your work since you will lose all work " on page 91 for details. 84 Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. See "Saving your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you last saved. If the...
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...The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that you play DVDs while running the computer on battery power at accessories.toshiba.com. Actual battery life may shorten the life of individual components. To ensure that the battery maintains its... and will be obtained by the design of the battery, and may cause the battery meter to work with your Toshiba computer. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that stores your battery" on page 109 for better accuracy of the battery meter, it...
...The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that you play DVDs while running the computer on battery power at accessories.toshiba.com. Actual battery life may shorten the life of individual components. To ensure that the battery maintains its... and will be obtained by the design of the battery, and may cause the battery meter to work with your Toshiba computer. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that stores your battery" on page 109 for better accuracy of the battery meter, it...
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... model. 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 was shipped, resulting in your system, the RTC...
... model. 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 was shipped, resulting in your system, the RTC...