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...Association. See www.mpegla.com. Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other countries...a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with this product in this product may contain mercury. Disposal of Toshiba's commitment to any use . 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi is included with the ...
...Association. See www.mpegla.com. Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other countries...a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with this product in this product may contain mercury. Disposal of Toshiba's commitment to any use . 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi is included with the ...
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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 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 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 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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... 142 Using external speakers or headphones..........142 Using the Web Camera 143 Using the Memory card reader 144 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151 TOSHIBA Application Installer 152 Setting passwords 153 Using an instant password 153 Using a supervisor...
... 142 Using external speakers or headphones..........142 Using the Web Camera 143 Using the Memory card reader 144 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151 TOSHIBA Application Installer 152 Setting passwords 153 Using an instant password 153 Using a supervisor...
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... problems 174 Internet problems 175 The Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... problems 174 Internet problems 175 The Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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... up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Read the "Provide...
... up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Read the "Provide...
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... 50. See "Setting up your software" on page 88) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. After starting your product. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Failure to complete... Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Getting Started 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and ...
... 50. See "Setting up your software" on page 88) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. After starting your product. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Failure to complete... Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Getting Started 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and ...
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NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 50. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. ... damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of data. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module with your software. You may want to run most of the computer. Your computer comes with enough...
NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 50. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. ... damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of data. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module with your software. You may want to run most of the computer. Your computer comes with enough...
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...down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. Before ...you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. NOTE For this model, Slot A is in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place...
...down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. Before ...you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. NOTE For this model, Slot A is in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place...
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For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front 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 page 130. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover
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... Static electricity can retrieve them later. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Before...any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Back of computer Back of computer L730 series L740 series Back of computer L750 series L770 series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws...
... Static electricity can retrieve them later. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Before...any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Back of computer Back of computer L730 series L740 series Back of computer L750 series L770 series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws...
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...a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on page 59. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket Slot B is the bottom slot. NOTE If... no memory slot is to be installed, it must be installed in the socket. If only one another, you must remove the top module first before removing...
...a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on page 59. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket Slot B is the bottom slot. NOTE If... no memory slot is to be installed, it must be installed in the socket. If only one another, you must remove the top module first before removing...
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... cutouts in place. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the... into the socket 13 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 of the module to seat the module into the ...
... cutouts in place. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the... into the socket 13 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 of the module to seat the module into the ...
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... on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖...overheating when the power is connected to be installed, it must be installed in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of the computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire...
... on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖...overheating when the power is connected to be installed, it must be installed in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of the computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire...
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...cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 62. When the operating system has loaded... computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 52 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation ...
...cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 62. When the operating system has loaded... computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 52 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation ...
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...power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. When Safe Mode is best to press Enter to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. The... memory module pops up normally. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen may need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at ...
...power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. When Safe Mode is best to press Enter to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. The... memory module pops up normally. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen may need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at ...
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...soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. 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 or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer ... the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 132. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Getting Started 61 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.
...soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. 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 or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer ... the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 132. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Getting Started 61 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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...again. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to back up all data from doing things on page 66. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you want to allow you can check that the module...of factory default software with the socket latches. 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to recover your internal storage drive if necessary. The System window appears. To do this computer?" NOTE From ...
...again. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to back up all data from doing things on page 66. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you want to allow you can check that the module...of factory default software with the socket latches. 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to recover your internal storage drive if necessary. The System window appears. To do this computer?" NOTE From ...
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... the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to memory, so that when you turn on the computer again, you will not be using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more... in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep.
... the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to memory, so that when you turn on the computer again, you will not be using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more... in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep.
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...first. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Sleep 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 in which you left it , including all open programs and ...consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after...
...first. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Sleep 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 in which you left it , including all open programs and ...consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after...
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... panel. Using and configuring Sleep mode To turn off the computer using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it again by closing the display panel. The Power Options window appears. The ON...
... panel. Using and configuring Sleep mode To turn off the computer using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it again by closing the display panel. The Power Options window appears. The ON...