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...time 55 Opening the display panel 56 Your computer's features and specifications.... 56 Turning on the power 57 Adding memory (optional 58 Installing a memory module 59 Removing a memory module 64 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Recovery Utilities 66 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 67 Hard disk drive recovery using... 76 Connecting the modem 78 Connecting other external devices 79 Using the TouchPad 80 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 81 Using the Toshiba Assist button 82 Customizing your computer's settings 83 Powering off the computer 83 Closing the display panel 84 Different ways to turn...
...time 55 Opening the display panel 56 Your computer's features and specifications.... 56 Turning on the power 57 Adding memory (optional 58 Installing a memory module 59 Removing a memory module 64 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Recovery Utilities 66 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 67 Hard disk drive recovery using... 76 Connecting the modem 78 Connecting other external devices 79 Using the TouchPad 80 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 81 Using the Toshiba Assist button 82 Customizing your computer's settings 83 Powering off the computer 83 Closing the display panel 84 Different ways to turn...
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... 165 Optimize 166 Connect 167 Secure 167 Protect and Fix 167 TOSHIBA Button Controls 167 HDD Protection 168 TOSHIBA Power Saver 169 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 171 TOSHIBA Password Utility 173 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 174 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 178 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility 179 SD™ Memory Card Format 180 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 180 Hard disk...
... 165 Optimize 166 Connect 167 Secure 167 Protect and Fix 167 TOSHIBA Button Controls 167 HDD Protection 168 TOSHIBA Power Saver 169 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 171 TOSHIBA Password Utility 173 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 174 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 178 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility 179 SD™ Memory Card Format 180 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 180 Hard disk...
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... can help you 212 Resolving a hardware conflict 213 A plan of action 213 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 214 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 220 Display problems 221 Disk drive problems 223 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 226...
... can help you 212 Resolving a hardware conflict 213 A plan of action 213 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 214 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 220 Display problems 221 Disk drive problems 223 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 226...
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... Your computer may be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be located on the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach...
... Your computer may be drawn in air by drawing outside air into the computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that can be located on the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach...
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See "Setting up your software. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 58) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 76) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Connecting a keyboard" on page 137) ❖ ...; Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 48. 50 Getting Started Adding external devices Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 138)
See "Setting up your software. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 58) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 76) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Connecting a keyboard" on page 137) ❖ ...; Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 48. 50 Getting Started Adding external devices Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 138)
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..., see the accessories information packaged with your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on memory options, check the accessories information that the hard disk drive is in use . Never turn off the...
..., see the accessories information packaged with your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on memory options, check the accessories information that the hard disk drive is in use . Never turn off the...
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... begin at step 1; If this procedure. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. If the computer is in the memory module slot on page 126. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to step 3. 1 If the computer is on may ...damage the computer, the module, or both. otherwise, skip to locate the memory slot cover. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , click Start, Turn off computer. For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery...
... begin at step 1; If this procedure. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. If the computer is in the memory module slot on page 126. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to step 3. 1 If the computer is on may ...damage the computer, the module, or both. otherwise, skip to locate the memory slot cover. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , click Start, Turn off computer. For more information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery...
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Sample loosening the memory slot cover screw 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory slot cover. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory slot cover Sample base of the computer 6 Using a standard Phillips No. 0 screwdriver, loosen the screw that you can retrieve them later.
Sample loosening the memory slot cover screw 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory slot cover. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory slot cover Sample base of the computer 6 Using a standard Phillips No. 0 screwdriver, loosen the screw that you can retrieve them later.
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...built up. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module in the slot on the side you insert into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its pin connector on... the underside of the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 61 Static electricity can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Sample inserting the memory module Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface ...
...built up. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module in the slot on the side you insert into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its pin connector on... the underside of the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 61 Static electricity can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Sample inserting the memory module Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface ...
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Sample aligning the module into the socket 13 Gently press down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket clips. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Hold the memory module by its edges so that the module is inserted completely into place. clip clip Sample inserting the memory module into the socket 12 Check that the gold connector bar faces the slot, at a slight angle to the socket.
Sample aligning the module into the socket 13 Gently press down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket clips. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Hold the memory module by its edges so that the module is inserted completely into place. clip clip Sample inserting the memory module into the socket 12 Check that the gold connector bar faces the slot, at a slight angle to the socket.
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... slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must ...have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. The clips on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on...
... slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must ...have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. The clips on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on...
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.... The computer could hang up the next time you turn it correctly as described in"Checking total memory" on page 65. Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 59 to shut down for at least ten seconds, then turn it on, ... the following: Press the power button and hold it out of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. 64 Getting Started Removing a memory module If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in...
.... The computer could hang up the next time you turn it correctly as described in"Checking total memory" on page 65. Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 59 to shut down for at least ten seconds, then turn it on, ... the following: Press the power button and hold it out of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. 64 Getting Started Removing a memory module If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in...
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... and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started Removing...
... and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started Removing...
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... to the disk. Your work since you last saved. If the network you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you can turn on page 93 for details. 87 Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. See "Saving your work " on . Chapter 2 Learning the...
... to the disk. Your work since you last saved. If the network you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you can turn on page 93 for details. 87 Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. See "Saving your work " on . Chapter 2 Learning the...
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... the Windows® operating system could cause you have a number of options to choose from: ❖ Turn Off or Shut down the computer, you to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which restarts the computer Each option has its advantages. In addition, your work.
... the Windows® operating system could cause you have a number of options to choose from: ❖ Turn Off or Shut down the computer, you to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which restarts the computer Each option has its advantages. In addition, your work.
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... lose data. If your computer is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you were using. 103... all the programs and files you left it . Factors to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Restoring information from memory. Factors to the hard disk. Since Hibernation does not require power to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the...
... lose data. If your computer is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you were using. 103... all the programs and files you left it . Factors to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Restoring information from memory. Factors to the hard disk. Since Hibernation does not require power to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the...
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... state of options. 3 Click OK. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Stand by from the drop-down list of all open programs and files to memory, turns off light ( ) blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode. The on/off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. 110 Learning...
... state of options. 3 Click OK. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Stand by from the drop-down list of all open programs and files to memory, turns off light ( ) blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode. The on/off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. 110 Learning...
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... information will be lost. Going into Standby mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Standby mode in Standby mode. Be sure to memory, turns off light blinks amber to indicate the machine is in three ways: ❖ By pressing the hot key combination Fn+F3 ❖ By ...pressing the power button ❖ By closing the display panel To put the computer into a low-power mode. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. 4 Click on /off the display, and goes into Standby mode when you press the power button or close the display...
... information will be lost. Going into Standby mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Standby mode in Standby mode. Be sure to memory, turns off light blinks amber to indicate the machine is in three ways: ❖ By pressing the hot key combination Fn+F3 ❖ By ...pressing the power button ❖ By closing the display panel To put the computer into a low-power mode. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. 4 Click on /off the display, and goes into Standby mode when you press the power button or close the display...
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... off , even when AC power is attached. 116 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. It maintains this information ...with you may purchase a battery module for use the preset configuration. Users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is powered on batteries and accessories, see accessories...
... off , even when AC power is attached. 116 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. It maintains this information ...with you may purchase a battery module for use the preset configuration. Users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is powered on batteries and accessories, see accessories...
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... information for up to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer was shipped, resulting in the following conditions: ❖ The battery is almost completely discharged. The RTC battery may not start...
... information for up to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer was shipped, resulting in the following conditions: ❖ The battery is almost completely discharged. The RTC battery may not start...