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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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.... The Windows® operating system checks the system's performance, and then restarts your software setup choices. To use it. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
.... The Windows® operating system checks the system's performance, and then restarts your software setup choices. To use it. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
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...memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 40. After starting your product. NOTE To register online, you must be completed during the initial start up process of your software. Getting Started 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba... registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 47) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse...
...memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 40. After starting your product. NOTE To register online, you must be completed during the initial start up process of your software. Getting Started 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba... registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 47) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse...
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... on the system indicator panel glows blue or green (depending on your software. You may want to run most of data. Getting Started 47 Adding memory (optional) 3 Press and hold the power button in until the power button and the on/off the power again until the operating system has loaded... up your model)-about one second. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories...
... on the system indicator panel glows blue or green (depending on your software. You may want to run most of data. Getting Started 47 Adding memory (optional) 3 Press and hold the power button in until the power button and the on/off the power again until the operating system has loaded... up your model)-about one second. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories...
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... surrounding area before replacing it. Allow the module to cool to follow these directions could result in the lower-right corner of the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to ...the lock button in minor bodily injury. Start (Sample Image) Shut down menu Arrow Shut Down menu The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition. Before you install ...
... surrounding area before replacing it. Allow the module to cool to follow these directions could result in the lower-right corner of the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to ...the lock button in minor bodily injury. Start (Sample Image) Shut down menu Arrow Shut Down menu The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition. Before you install ...
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Memory module slot cover 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 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. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover.
Memory module slot cover 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 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. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover.
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..., loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or 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.... metal surface to discharge any static electricity you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the...
..., loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or 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.... metal surface to discharge any static electricity you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the...
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...) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the top edge of the module to seat the module into place securely with... 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. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the... at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on ...
...) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the top edge of the module to seat the module into place securely with... 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. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the... at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on ...
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... slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket and level when secured in the side of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up . 17 Reconnect ... Turn the computer right side up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. 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...
... slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket and level when secured in the side of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up . 17 Reconnect ... Turn the computer right side up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. 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...
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... it on .You can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in "Installing a memory module" on page 56. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove... In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. The computer could hang up the next time you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. If you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can damage the computer and the...
... it on .You can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in "Installing a memory module" on page 56. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove... In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. The computer could hang up the next time you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer. If you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can damage the computer and the...
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... Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the... drive. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen appears when you turn on top of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is highlighted, then press Enter.
... Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the... drive. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen appears when you turn on top of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is highlighted, then press Enter.
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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. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of the slot.
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. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of the slot.
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... your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 57. NOTE It is strongly recommended that the module is displayed under...
... your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 57. NOTE It is strongly recommended that the module is displayed under...
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... the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you change your computer. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings are off.... from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you turn off your mind and decide to continue working after turning off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using . Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the...
... the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you change your computer. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings are off.... from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you turn off your mind and decide to continue working after turning off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using . Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the...
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...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... and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep 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 sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you power down using...
...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... and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep 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 sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you power down using...
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The Shut Down menu appears. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to memory, turns off light blinks amber indicating the computer is in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel. Configuring Sleep mode options You can start up ...
The Shut Down menu appears. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to memory, turns off light blinks amber indicating the computer is in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel. Configuring Sleep mode options You can start up ...
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HINT: Some programs have a separate backup copy. 84 Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you have an automatic save it to the disk. See "Saving your work frequently. It is easy to disks (or other removable media) on ...
HINT: Some programs have a separate backup copy. 84 Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you have an automatic save it to the disk. See "Saving your work frequently. It is easy to disks (or other removable media) on ...
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... specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at least once a month. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. Use only batteries designed to work ... components. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is powered on usage. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adaptor or ...
... specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at least once a month. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. Use only batteries designed to work ... components. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is powered on usage. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adaptor or ...