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... are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Micro, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks of the BD Association... their respective companies. Secure Digital and SD are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. None of the licenses extend to any other product regardless...or other countries. WiMAX is a registered trademark of Atheros Communications, Inc. 31 Trademarks Qosmio, and eco Utility are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in...
... are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Micro, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks of the BD Association... their respective companies. Secure Digital and SD are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. None of the licenses extend to any other product regardless...or other countries. WiMAX is a registered trademark of Atheros Communications, Inc. 31 Trademarks Qosmio, and eco Utility are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in...
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Contents 33 Turning on the power 52 Setting up your software 52 Registering your computer with Toshiba 53 Adding optional external devices 53 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 62 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 64 Recovering...
Contents 33 Turning on the power 52 Setting up your software 52 Registering your computer with Toshiba 53 Adding optional external devices 53 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 62 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 64 Recovering...
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... 137 Using external speakers or headphones..........138 Using the Web Camera 138 Using the Memory card reader 139 Inserting memory media 140 Removing memory media 140 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor...
... 137 Using external speakers or headphones..........138 Using the Web Camera 138 Using the Memory card reader 139 Inserting memory media 140 Removing memory media 140 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor...
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Contents 37 Power supply mode settings 161 USB Sleep and Music 162 TOSHIBA Button Support 163 TOSHIBA Accessibility 164 TOSHIBA eco Utility 165 TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator 166 TOSHIBA Service Station 167 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 167 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 169 Problems that are easy to fix... 174 The Windows® operating system can help you 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 175 Checking device properties 175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 178 Disk or storage drive problems 180 Error-checking 180...
Contents 37 Power supply mode settings 161 USB Sleep and Music 162 TOSHIBA Button Support 163 TOSHIBA Accessibility 164 TOSHIBA eco Utility 165 TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator 166 TOSHIBA Service Station 167 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 167 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 169 Problems that are easy to fix... 174 The Windows® operating system can help you 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 175 Checking device properties 175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 178 Disk or storage drive problems 180 Error-checking 180...
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... the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Getting Started 47 Setting up your software" on page 52 before you can...
... the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Getting Started 47 Setting up your software" on page 52 before you can...
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Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 52. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. Failure to ...of data. See "Setting up your software. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 85) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page 52. After starting your computer...
Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 52. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. Failure to ...of data. See "Setting up your software. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 85) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Using external display devices" on page 52. After starting your computer...
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... screwdriver that is in minor bodily injury. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Slot A. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory module(s) can install one memory module is to be installed, it . NOTE For this procedure. If only...
... screwdriver that is in minor bodily injury. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Slot A. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory module(s) can install one memory module is to be installed, it . NOTE For this procedure. If only...
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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 ... any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 126. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample...
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 ... any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 126. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample...
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...touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 59. Grease or dust on the computer. NOTE... If no memory slot is available, you can damage the memory module. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the...
...touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 59. Grease or dust on the computer. NOTE... If no memory slot is available, you can damage the memory module. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the...
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... For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one another, you must be installed in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by its connector. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with its sides, avoiding any contact with the matching key... the socket. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of one memory module is to be installed, it must remove the top module first ...
... For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one another, you must be installed in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by its connector. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with its sides, avoiding any contact with the matching key... the socket. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of one memory module is to be installed, it must remove the top module first ...
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... in place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the latches at the sides of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. If the... should "snap" into the socket and level when secured in the side of the module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to be installed, it ...
... in place. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the latches at the sides of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. If the... should "snap" into the socket and level when secured in the side of the module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to be installed, it ...
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... as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Removing a memory module If you need to work surface before restarting the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra... the work . Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on page 54 to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate ...
... as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Removing a memory module If you need to work surface before restarting the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra... the work . Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on page 54 to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate ...
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...turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. NOTE The following screen may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could be saved. If... go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up normally. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, it on top of one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be lost. When Safe Mode is...
...turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. NOTE The following screen may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could be saved. If... go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up normally. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, it on top of one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be lost. When Safe Mode is...
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... vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation ...and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Always make sure your...
... vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation ...and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Always make sure your...
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...to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to back up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is displayed below the System heading. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to out-of ... Continue; To do this computer?" 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to your internal storage drive, returning your permission. The System window appears. If you can check that...
...to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to back up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is displayed below the System heading. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to out-of ... Continue; To do this computer?" 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to your internal storage drive, returning your permission. The System window appears. If you can check that...
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... light and the drive in order to lose your work . If you to upgrade your computer. Adjusting the quality of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off the computer: Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you change your mind and decide to...computer again, you will not be using the computer for additional configuration steps. 88 Getting Started Turning off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you turn on the operating system installed, you have more than one option available for a while. See the video device documentation for ...
... light and the drive in order to lose your work . If you to upgrade your computer. Adjusting the quality of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off the computer: Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you change your mind and decide to...computer again, you will not be using the computer for additional configuration steps. 88 Getting Started Turning off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you turn on the operating system installed, you have more than one option available for a while. See the video device documentation for ...
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For information on page 93. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you will lose data if the battery discharges completely while the computer ... turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in memory, you left it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in...
For information on page 93. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you will lose data if the battery discharges completely while the computer ... turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in memory, you left it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in...
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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. You can place the computer into a low-power mode. The power light blinks amber...
... 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. You can place the computer into a low-power mode. The power light blinks amber...
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...: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. See your work since you save feature that can be activated. Computing tips ❖ Save your software documentation for further information...
...: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. See your work since you save feature that can be activated. Computing tips ❖ Save your software documentation for further information...
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... configuration settings and the current time and date information. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that will need to work with your Toshiba computer. NOTE For optimum optical media performance, it is continuously operated on AC power through...on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba under any individual user. 116 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life rating is for comparison ...
... configuration settings and the current time and date information. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that will need to work with your Toshiba computer. NOTE For optimum optical media performance, it is continuously operated on AC power through...on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba under any individual user. 116 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life rating is for comparison ...