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... first time 45 Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options 58 Installing drivers and...
... first time 45 Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options 58 Installing drivers and...
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... Card 133 Setting up a PC Card for your computer .........133 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 134 Inserting memory media 134 Removing memory media 135 Using the i.LINK® port 135 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 136 TOSHIBA Assist 137 Connect 138 Secure 139 Protect & Fix 140 Optimize 141 Setting passwords 142 Using an instant password...
... Card 133 Setting up a PC Card for your computer .........133 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 134 Inserting memory media 134 Removing memory media 135 Using the i.LINK® port 135 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 136 TOSHIBA Assist 137 Connect 138 Secure 139 Protect & Fix 140 Optimize 141 Setting passwords 142 Using an instant password...
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... problems 173 The Windows® operating system can help you 174 Resolving a hardware conflict 174 A plan of action 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 Optical drive problems 182 Sound system problems 183...
... problems 173 The Windows® operating system can help you 174 Resolving a hardware conflict 174 A plan of action 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 Optical drive problems 182 Sound system problems 183...
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... and description and click Next. 5 Click the appropriate option from the Help Protect Windows Automatically screen. 6 Follow the remaining screen prompts to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
... and description and click Next. 5 Click the appropriate option from the Help Protect Windows Automatically screen. 6 Follow the remaining screen prompts to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
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...adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 132) After starting your computer for the first time you can be connected to the Internet. See "Setting up your software. Product registration can either double-click the Toshiba Registration icon on ...your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com at that time, you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 47) ❖ Connect a mouse (...
...adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 132) After starting your computer for the first time you can be connected to the Internet. See "Setting up your software. Product registration can either double-click the Toshiba Registration icon on ...your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com at that time, you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 47) ❖ Connect a mouse (...
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...Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 40. Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you turn on the ...panel glows blue or green (depending on your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. When you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. Getting Started 47 Adding memory (optional) 3 Press and hold the power button in until the power...
...Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 40. Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you turn on the ...panel glows blue or green (depending on your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. When you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. Getting Started 47 Adding memory (optional) 3 Press and hold the power button in until the power...
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... click the arrow next to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Failure to the lock button in the... lower-right corner of the computer. Start (Sample Image) Shut down menu Arrow Shut Down menu 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Allow the module to cool to room temperature before they have cooled. If you install or remove...
... click the arrow next to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Failure to the lock button in the... lower-right corner of the computer. Start (Sample Image) Shut down menu Arrow Shut Down menu 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Allow the module to cool to room temperature before they have cooled. If you install or remove...
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Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 2 Click Shut Down.
Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 113. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 2 Click Shut Down.
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... a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Front of the computer. Grease or dust on page 53. NOTE If no memory slot is available, 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 the computer. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a ...
... a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Front of the computer. Grease or dust on page 53. NOTE If no memory slot is available, 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 the computer. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a ...
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... socket at the sides of one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. These latches should "snap" into place securely with the matching key in the ...socket. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the corresponding Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at approximately a 30-degree angle...
... socket at the sides of one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. These latches should "snap" into place securely with the matching key in the ...socket. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the corresponding Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at approximately a 30-degree angle...
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... be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on... inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. Memory slots Front of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up . 17 ...
... be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on... inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. Memory slots Front of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up . 17 ...
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...could hang up the next time you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on .You can damage the computer and the memory module. Removing a memory module If you can now continue setting up the ...the Sleep configuration will be saved. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 48 to work. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open...
...could hang up the next time you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on .You can damage the computer and the memory module. Removing a memory module If you can now continue setting up the ...the Sleep configuration will be saved. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 48 to work. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open...
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... so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen appears when you may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press... must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. The memory module pops up normally. When Safe Mode is suggested, this could be a sign that you turn on top of one of the Safe Mode...
... so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen appears when you may need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press... must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. The memory module pops up normally. When Safe Mode is suggested, this could be a sign that you turn on top of one of the Safe Mode...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
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...reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. This is strongly recommended that you to ...Recovery CDs/DVDs" on page 48), and then check that the module is displayed under Memory (RAM). 56 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that says, "Windows® needs your system. If the computer...
...reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. This is strongly recommended that you to ...Recovery CDs/DVDs" on page 48), and then check that the module is displayed under Memory (RAM). 56 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that says, "Windows® needs your system. If the computer...
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... power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. You must turn on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to memory, so that when you left off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ... using the Shut down completely, but it first saves the current state of the desktop to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Since Hibernation mode does not require power to turn off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off . If you were...
... power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. You must turn on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to memory, so that when you left off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ... using the Shut down completely, but it first saves the current state of the desktop to save your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Since Hibernation mode does not require power to turn off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off . If you were...
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... you power down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 79. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored to memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left it, including all open documents and programs 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 ...
... you power down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 79. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored to memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in which you left it, including all open documents and programs 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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... it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the computer using . The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Shut Down Menu Arrow 2 Click Sleep. Getting Started 79...
... it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the computer using . The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Shut Down Menu Arrow 2 Click Sleep. Getting Started 79...
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... disk at preset intervals. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the disk. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your work since you have an automatic save it takes time. Chapter 2 Learning the...
... disk at preset intervals. Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the disk. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your work since you have an automatic save it takes time. Chapter 2 Learning the...
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...and date information. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is consuming full power. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to fully discharge the battery periodically. Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 103... on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at accessories.toshiba.com. However, for an extended period (more than a month), the battery may vary considerably from specifications depending on . ...
...and date information. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is consuming full power. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to fully discharge the battery periodically. Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 103... on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at accessories.toshiba.com. However, for an extended period (more than a month), the battery may vary considerably from specifications depending on . ...