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.......... 51 Keeping yourself comfortable 52 Precautions 55 Setting up your computer 57 Setting up your software 57 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 58 Adding external devices 58 Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive 59 Connecting to a power source 59 Charging the... the display panel 63 Turning on the power 64 Activating the power-on password 64 Using the TouchPadTM 65 Installing additional memory (optional 67 Removing a memory module 74 Connecting a mouse 77 Connecting a printer 77 Connecting a USB printer 77 Connecting a parallel printer 78 Setting...
.......... 51 Keeping yourself comfortable 52 Precautions 55 Setting up your computer 57 Setting up your software 57 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 58 Adding external devices 58 Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive 59 Connecting to a power source 59 Charging the... the display panel 63 Turning on the power 64 Activating the power-on password 64 Using the TouchPadTM 65 Installing additional memory (optional 67 Removing a memory module 74 Connecting a mouse 77 Connecting a printer 77 Connecting a USB printer 77 Connecting a parallel printer 78 Setting...
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...hardware conflict 214 A plan of action 214 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 215 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 217 Memory module problems 219 Power and the batteries 220 Keyboard problems 221 Display problems 222 Disk drive problems 224 DVD-ROM or multi-function ...Modem problems 232 Develop good computing habits 232 If you need further assistance 233 Before you call 234 Contacting Toshiba 234 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 236 Toshiba's worldwide offices 236 Appendix A: Hot Keys 239 Volume Mute 239 Instant password security 239 Power usage mode ...
...hardware conflict 214 A plan of action 214 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 215 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 217 Memory module problems 219 Power and the batteries 220 Keyboard problems 221 Display problems 222 Disk drive problems 224 DVD-ROM or multi-function ...Modem problems 232 Develop good computing habits 232 If you need further assistance 233 Before you call 234 Contacting Toshiba 234 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 236 Toshiba's worldwide offices 236 Appendix A: Hot Keys 239 Volume Mute 239 Instant password security 239 Power usage mode ...
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... audio input device. The card can continue to perform at its maximum speed. The SD (Secure Digital) card slot holds a stamp-size flash memory card with a variety of memory. Right side Microphone jack SD card slot Headphone Line-in jack allows you connect stereo headphones or other devices automatically disables the internal...
... audio input device. The card can continue to perform at its maximum speed. The SD (Secure Digital) card slot holds a stamp-size flash memory card with a variety of memory. Right side Microphone jack SD card slot Headphone Line-in jack allows you connect stereo headphones or other devices automatically disables the internal...
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...may also want to a voice-grade telephone line. Before starting to use your computer's modem must be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 67) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 77) ❖ Connect a full-size ... page 185) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 57. Adding external devices Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer 4 Click Finish to you up your software" on page 77) 58 Getting Started Setting up your software first....
...may also want to a voice-grade telephone line. Before starting to use your computer's modem must be connected to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 67) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 77) ❖ Connect a full-size ... page 185) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 57. Adding external devices Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer 4 Click Finish to you up your software" on page 77) 58 Getting Started Setting up your software first....
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...will beep and will not start up beyond the BIOS memory check. In the event original memory is recommended that you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If this occurs, contact Toshiba's support center. Your computer is appropriate. 6 Click Apply... window appears. 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. See "Toshiba voice contact" on page 235. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 67 3 Click Mouse Properties. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you use only compatible memory. Do not try to operate the computer with two...
...will beep and will not start up beyond the BIOS memory check. In the event original memory is recommended that you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If this occurs, contact Toshiba's support center. Your computer is appropriate. 6 Click Apply... window appears. 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. See "Toshiba voice contact" on page 235. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 67 3 Click Mouse Properties. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you use only compatible memory. Do not try to operate the computer with two...
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...of today's popular applications. Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is turned on. 2. There are two memory slots. Your system may want to increase the computer's memory if you replace them. The computer is on . Your computer...the modules cool to run most of data. Power to install a memory module under the following conditions. 68 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, visit the Toshiba Web site at toshiba.com. You may have both slots occupied. Do not try to ...
...of today's popular applications. Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is turned on. 2. There are two memory slots. Your system may want to increase the computer's memory if you replace them. The computer is on . Your computer...the modules cool to run most of data. Power to install a memory module under the following conditions. 68 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, visit the Toshiba Web site at toshiba.com. You may have both slots occupied. Do not try to ...
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...the left or right side, carefully wedge the flat-head screwdriver between the When removing the computer's power button panel to install additional memory, be careful not to install a memory module. See "Turn Off or Shut down command" on , turn it off the panel You can pry the panel out of... to the computer. 3 Open the display panel and remove the panel above the keyboard that contains the power button. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 69 You will need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver and a small flat-head screwdriver to damage the display or circuit board.
...the left or right side, carefully wedge the flat-head screwdriver between the When removing the computer's power button panel to install additional memory, be careful not to install a memory module. See "Turn Off or Shut down command" on , turn it off the panel You can pry the panel out of... to the computer. 3 Open the display panel and remove the panel above the keyboard that contains the power button. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 69 You will need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver and a small flat-head screwdriver to damage the display or circuit board.
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Observe how the propeller-shaped keyboard retaining brace is removed. Removing the left keyboard screw The two-inch-long, propeller-shaped brace sits in the center of the panel and lift up until the panel comes free. 4 Remove the three screws that hold the keyboard in place, and remove the keyboard retaining brace. Store the brace with the screws for safekeeping. Grasp the end of the area exposed when the panel is positioned before you remove it. 70 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) panel and the surrounding housing.
Observe how the propeller-shaped keyboard retaining brace is removed. Removing the left keyboard screw The two-inch-long, propeller-shaped brace sits in the center of the panel and lift up until the panel comes free. 4 Remove the three screws that hold the keyboard in place, and remove the keyboard retaining brace. Store the brace with the screws for safekeeping. Grasp the end of the area exposed when the panel is positioned before you remove it. 70 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) panel and the surrounding housing.
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Lifting the keyboard Removing the keyboard exposes the two memory slots, which are covered by a plastic sheet. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 71 Removing the right keyboard screw 5 Lift the keyboard and gently place it face down on the palm rest of the computer.
Lifting the keyboard Removing the keyboard exposes the two memory slots, which are covered by a plastic sheet. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 71 Removing the right keyboard screw 5 Lift the keyboard and gently place it face down on the palm rest of the computer.
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Lifting the plastic covering the memory slots 72 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Covered memory slots Locating the covered memory module slots 6 Lift (but do not detach) the plastic sheet to expose the memory slots.
Lifting the plastic covering the memory slots 72 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Covered memory slots Locating the covered memory module slots 6 Lift (but do not detach) the plastic sheet to expose the memory slots.
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...touch its antistatic packaging. Static electricity can damage the memory module. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 73 7 Remove the new memory module from its pin connector (on the side you may cause memory access problems. 8 Insert the memory module in a slot and gently press it down...the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you insert into place. Inserting the memory module The clips on the computer. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to secure the module. 9 Cover the slots with the plastic sheet.
...touch its antistatic packaging. Static electricity can damage the memory module. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 73 7 Remove the new memory module from its pin connector (on the side you may cause memory access problems. 8 Insert the memory module in a slot and gently press it down...the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you insert into place. Inserting the memory module The clips on the computer. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to secure the module. 9 Cover the slots with the plastic sheet.
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...into place. 13 Reconnect any cables you replace them. 74 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 10 Replace the keyboard. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, see "Checking total memory" on the computer. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature ...before you removed. 14 Turn on page 76. 15 If the computer does not recognize the memory, shut down the computer, remove ...
...into place. 13 Reconnect any cables you replace them. 74 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 10 Replace the keyboard. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, see "Checking total memory" on the computer. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature ...before you removed. 14 Turn on page 76. 15 If the computer does not recognize the memory, shut down the computer, remove ...
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... down for five seconds, then turn it on and data in memory will not be lost. Pulling the clips away from the memory module. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 75 Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 67. 2 Pull the ...clips away from the memory module Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on ...
... down for five seconds, then turn it on and data in memory will not be lost. Pulling the clips away from the memory module. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 75 Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 67. 2 Pull the ...clips away from the memory module Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on ...
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... not to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. Removing the memory module 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 9 through 14 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the side you can damage the memory module. Checking total memory When you add or remove memory, you insert into the computer). To do this: 1 Click...
... not to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. Removing the memory module 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 9 through 14 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the side you can damage the memory module. Checking total memory When you add or remove memory, you insert into the computer). To do this: 1 Click...
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... want to your computer through a USB port. Otherwise, you can purchase one of the TouchPad, the computer's built-in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 67. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a USB printer to use a mouse instead of the USB ports. ...Click System. 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 keyboard and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in pointing device. Connecting a mouse...
... want to your computer through a USB port. Otherwise, you can purchase one of the TouchPad, the computer's built-in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 67. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a USB printer to use a mouse instead of the USB ports. ...Click System. 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 keyboard and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in pointing device. Connecting a mouse...
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.... 84 Computing tips ❖ Save your file to warn you can turn on page 124. This feature saves your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you are working. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. Your computer can be configured to the hard disk at...
.... 84 Computing tips ❖ Save your file to warn you can turn on page 124. This feature saves your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you are working. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the disk. Your computer can be configured to the hard disk at...
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If a DVD movie is in the drive, the DVD begins to play. If a DVD movie is off . Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is in CD/DVD DVD-ROM drive mode, you press the power turns off and you ...
If a DVD movie is in the drive, the DVD begins to play. If a DVD movie is off . Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is in CD/DVD DVD-ROM drive mode, you press the power turns off and you ...
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... Network Connections. 4 Enter the phone number of options to choose from: ❖ Turn Off or Shut down your computer, save your mind and decide to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which saves the current operating state to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer...
... Network Connections. 4 Enter the phone number of options to choose from: ❖ Turn Off or Shut down your computer, save your mind and decide to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which saves the current operating state to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer...
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... it first saves the current state of a domain. Use it . The Windows® XP Home operating system uses the Turn Off command. Restoring information from memory. Since Hibernation does not require power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Hibernation command The Hibernation command powers off the...
... it first saves the current state of a domain. Use it . The Windows® XP Home operating system uses the Turn Off command. Restoring information from memory. Since Hibernation does not require power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Hibernation command The Hibernation command powers off the...
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... the hard disk instead of from where you left off. Standby stores the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you left it uses a little more time and...
... the hard disk instead of from where you left off. Standby stores the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you left it uses a little more time and...