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... environment....... 38 Keeping yourself comfortable 39 Precautions 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 45 Adding external devices 45 Installing additional memory (optional 46 Connecting a mouse 53 Connecting a printer 53 Connecting a USB printer 53 Connecting a parallel printer 53 Using external display devices 54...
... environment....... 38 Keeping yourself comfortable 39 Precautions 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 45 Adding external devices 45 Installing additional memory (optional 46 Connecting a mouse 53 Connecting a printer 53 Connecting a USB printer 53 Connecting a parallel printer 53 Using external display devices 54...
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... can help you 219 Resolving a hardware conflict 220 A plan of action 220 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 221 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 222 Memory module problems 224 Power and the batteries 225 Keyboard problems 226 Display problems 227 Disk drive problems 229 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems... Card problems 232 Printer problems 235 Modem problems 236 Develop good computing habits 237 If you need further assistance 238 Before you call 238 Contacting Toshiba 239 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 240 Toshiba's worldwide offices 241
... can help you 219 Resolving a hardware conflict 220 A plan of action 220 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 221 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 222 Memory module problems 224 Power and the batteries 225 Keyboard problems 226 Display problems 227 Disk drive problems 229 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems... Card problems 232 Printer problems 235 Modem problems 236 Develop good computing habits 237 If you need further assistance 238 Before you call 238 Contacting Toshiba 239 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 240 Toshiba's worldwide offices 241
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...)" on page 173. See "Accessing the wireless modules using your computer will start up and you insert additional memory. The modem cover protects the built-in modem. The expansion memory slot cover protects the slots where you will need to log on before being able to the following track on the disc.... Underside *Wi-Fi Mini PCI cover Expansion memory slot cover Modem cover Battery cover Hard disk drive cover *Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is optional Battery release latch The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI...
...)" on page 173. See "Accessing the wireless modules using your computer will start up and you insert additional memory. The modem cover protects the built-in modem. The expansion memory slot cover protects the slots where you will need to log on before being able to the following track on the disc.... Underside *Wi-Fi Mini PCI cover Expansion memory slot cover Modem cover Battery cover Hard disk drive cover *Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is optional Battery release latch The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI...
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...your desktop or by clicking the Register with Toshiba by mailing the registration card that may also want to a voice-grade telephone line. See "Setting up your computer's modem must be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 46) ❖ ...Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 44. NOTE: If you click No, you may register with Toshiba icon on the desktop. 6 Enter your computer, you . ...
...your desktop or by clicking the Register with Toshiba by mailing the registration card that may also want to a voice-grade telephone line. See "Setting up your computer's modem must be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 46) ❖ ...Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 44. NOTE: If you click No, you may register with Toshiba icon on the desktop. 6 Enter your computer, you . ...
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... process large amounts of today's popular applications. Your computer comes with enough memory to room temperature before you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will be lost. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 46 Getting Started... a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 53) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 182) Installing additional memory (optional) CAUTION: Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will become hot.
... process large amounts of today's popular applications. Your computer comes with enough memory to room temperature before you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will be lost. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 46 Getting Started... a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 53) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 182) Installing additional memory (optional) CAUTION: Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will become hot.
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... to the computer. 3 Close the display panel and turn it off. The computer was shut down . CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive power is on. 1 If the computer is turned on , turn the computer upside down using ...Standby mode. 3. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 47 CAUTION: Do not try to install a memory module under the following conditions. You can damage the computer and the module. 1. The computer is on . 2.
... to the computer. 3 Close the display panel and turn it off. The computer was shut down . CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive power is on. 1 If the computer is turned on , turn the computer upside down using ...Standby mode. 3. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 47 CAUTION: Do not try to install a memory module under the following conditions. You can damage the computer and the module. 1. The computer is on . 2.
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Removing the expansion memory slot cover screw 48 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Expansion memory slot cover Underside of the computer NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. 4 Locate the expansion memory slot cover and remove the screw that secures the cover.
Removing the expansion memory slot cover screw 48 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Expansion memory slot cover Underside of the computer NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. 4 Locate the expansion memory slot cover and remove the screw that secures the cover.
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CAUTION: Static electricity can retrieve them later. Do not force the module into place. To avoid damaging the memory module, be level when secured in a safe place so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the slot at a slight ... press down on the side you insert into the computer). 7 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 8 Holding the memory module by its gold connector bar (on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. The memory module should be careful not to discharge any static electricity you can damage...
CAUTION: Static electricity can retrieve them later. Do not force the module into place. To avoid damaging the memory module, be level when secured in a safe place so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the slot at a slight ... press down on the side you insert into the computer). 7 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 8 Holding the memory module by its gold connector bar (on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. The memory module should be careful not to discharge any static electricity you can damage...
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You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the memory slot cover. 11 Replace the screw and tighten it. 12 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you can now ...continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory. Grease or dust on page 52. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you removed. 50 Getting Started Installing ...
You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the memory slot cover. 11 Replace the screw and tighten it. 12 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you can now ...continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory. Grease or dust on page 52. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you removed. 50 Getting Started Installing ...
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...Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up . You can damage the computer and the device. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 51 Removing a memory module CAUTION: If you use the computer for five seconds, then turn the power on again. 2 Push the latches to the outside... to release the module. If this happens, let the modules cool to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 46. CAUTIONS: Do not try to room temperature before you replace them. 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in ...
...Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up . You can damage the computer and the device. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 51 Removing a memory module CAUTION: If you use the computer for five seconds, then turn the power on again. 2 Push the latches to the outside... to release the module. If this happens, let the modules cool to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 46. CAUTIONS: Do not try to room temperature before you replace them. 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in ...
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.... 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows the recognized memory. 5 If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 10...
.... 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows the recognized memory. 5 If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 10...
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... to the computer's parallel port. Connecting a USB printer To achieve the connection, you turn on the computer. Otherwise, you can purchase one of "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. To connect a mouse, plug the mouse cable into one from a computer or electronics store. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer...
... to the computer's parallel port. Connecting a USB printer To achieve the connection, you turn on the computer. Otherwise, you can purchase one of "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. To connect a mouse, plug the mouse cable into one from a computer or electronics store. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer...
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... it to warn you can turn on page 125. Your work frequently. See "Setting battery alarms" on . See your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save...
... it to warn you can turn on page 125. Your work frequently. See "Setting battery alarms" on . See your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save...
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90 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive power is on the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive. To turn the volume down , use ...
90 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive power is on the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive. To turn the volume down , use ...
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... command The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off . This is turned off the computer ❖ Standby, which saves the current operating state to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which restarts the computer Each option has its advantages. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses the...
... command The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off . This is turned off the computer ❖ Standby, which saves the current operating state to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which restarts the computer Each option has its advantages. The Windows® XP Professional operating system uses the...
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Restart command Restart is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no ... files you left it uses a little more time and battery power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Restoring information from memory.
Restart command Restart is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the hard disk. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no ... files you left it uses a little more time and battery power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Restoring information from memory.
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.... ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than either Turn Off, Shut down using . Factors to the state in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. NOTE: If you power down or Hibernation. ❖ On...
.... ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than either Turn Off, Shut down using . Factors to the state in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. NOTE: If you power down or Hibernation. ❖ On...
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... Standby Using Standby If you are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are not a member of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The computer saves the state of a domain, power off the computer using the Standby command...
... Standby Using Standby If you are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are not a member of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The computer saves the state of a domain, power off the computer using the Standby command...
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... into Standby mode when you press the power button or close the display panel, you power down list of all open programs and files to memory, turns off light blinks amber to save your information will be lost. NOTE: If you must preset the mode: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. Going into...
... into Standby mode when you press the power button or close the display panel, you power down list of all open programs and files to memory, turns off light blinks amber to save your information will be lost. NOTE: If you must preset the mode: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. Going into...
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... battery life" on usage. Carefully remove the battery pack from the power socket. Please see your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at toshiba.com. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for an extended period, more than a month, the...
... battery life" on usage. Carefully remove the battery pack from the power socket. Please see your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at toshiba.com. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for an extended period, more than a month, the...