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... or registered trademarks of PCMCIA. DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of their ..., and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Synaptics, Inc. 26 Trademarks Satellite and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Wi-Fi is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the search bar. TouchPad...
... or registered trademarks of PCMCIA. DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of their ..., and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Synaptics, Inc. 26 Trademarks Satellite and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Wi-Fi is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the search bar. TouchPad...
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... first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 Your computer's features and specifications ....49 Turning on the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive...
... first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 Your computer's features and specifications ....49 Turning on the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive...
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...the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 133 Inserting memory media 133 Removing memory media 134 Using the i.LINK® port 134 Chapter 5: Utilities 135 TOSHIBA Assist 136 Connect 137 Secure 138 Protect & Fix 139 Optimize 140 TOSHIBA Application Installer 141 Setting passwords 142 ... password 143 Using a user password 144 Deleting a user password 145 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 146 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........147 Mouse Utility 148 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 149 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 153 TOSHIBA Button Support 154 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 155...
...the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 133 Inserting memory media 133 Removing memory media 134 Using the i.LINK® port 134 Chapter 5: Utilities 135 TOSHIBA Assist 136 Connect 137 Secure 138 Protect & Fix 139 Optimize 140 TOSHIBA Application Installer 141 Setting passwords 142 ... password 143 Using a user password 144 Deleting a user password 145 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 146 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........147 Mouse Utility 148 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 149 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 153 TOSHIBA Button Support 154 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 155...
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... problems 169 The Windows® operating system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179...
... problems 169 The Windows® operating system can help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179...
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... "Setting 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, memory, and ExpressCard®. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the...
... "Setting 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, memory, and ExpressCard®. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the...
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... send you can be connected to the Internet. Product registration can either double-click the Toshiba Registration icon on your desktop or go to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba limited Warranty. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software.
... send you can be connected to the Internet. Product registration can either double-click the Toshiba Registration icon on your desktop or go to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba limited Warranty. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software.
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.... NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to run most of data. 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 computer for... or process large amounts of today's popular applications. The on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Press and release the power button.
.... NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to run most of data. 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 computer for... or process large amounts of today's popular applications. The on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Press and release the power button.
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... with the computer's power on the base of the computer. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be installed in the memory module slots on may also be lost. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it.... To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in slot A. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . Allow the module to cool to follow these directions could result in Sleep or...
... with the computer's power on the base of the computer. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be installed in the memory module slots on may also be lost. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it.... To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in slot A. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . Allow the module to cool to follow these directions could result in Sleep or...
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... 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove ... battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the...
... 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove ... battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 114. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the...
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... by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. 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...
... by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. 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...
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...is the top slot. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to be installed, it must remove the top module first before removing/...installing the bottom module. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning...
...is the top slot. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to be installed, it must remove the top module first before removing/...installing the bottom module. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning...
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... place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. Slot B is the top slot. These latches should be installed in slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of the socket. If only...the sides of the module. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Back of the module to be installed, it using the screw. Getting...
... place securely with the corresponding cutouts in place. Slot B is the top slot. These latches should be installed in slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of the socket. If only...the sides of the module. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Back of the module to be installed, it using the screw. Getting...
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... Turn the computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Removing a memory module If you can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not try to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one...) 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up the next time you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. If you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can ...
... Turn the computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Removing a memory module If you can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not try to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one...) 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up the next time you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. If you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. You can ...
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... the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen may need to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the... screw. If one of the slot. Back of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is highlighted, then press Enter. If so, consult ...
... the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen may need to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the... screw. If one of the slot. Back of computer Slot A Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is highlighted, then press Enter. If so, consult ...
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...the computer to perform the action, click Continue; 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 51), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your permission... from doing things on page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. This is a security feature to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket...
...the computer to perform the action, click Continue; 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 51), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your permission... from doing things on page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. This is a security feature to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket...
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.... ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you must turn off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to turn on the operating ... to save your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are not using it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to hard disk. If you turn ...
.... ❖ Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). If you must turn off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to turn on the operating ... to save your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are not using it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to hard disk. If you turn ...
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... off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down using . For information on page 80. Be sure to save any open documents and programs to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state ...a power-saving mode. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes...
... off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down using . For information on page 80. Be sure to save any open documents and programs to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state ...a power-saving mode. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes...
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... light blinks amber indicating the computer is configured, you put the computer in the lower-right part of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the computer 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The on/off the computer using . The Shut Down menu appears. The computer saves the status of...
... light blinks amber indicating the computer is configured, you put the computer in the lower-right part of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the computer 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The on/off the computer using . The Shut Down menu appears. The computer saves the status of...
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... restart your computer to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. Your work frequently. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you will lose all work " on page 92 for details. 85 HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk at...
... restart your computer to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. Your work frequently. This feature saves your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you will lose all work " on page 92 for details. 85 HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk at...
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...shipped with your system), for all batteries. Battery may shorten the life of publication. Please see "Maintaining your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. Use only batteries designed to perform at maximum capacity and will lose its maximum capacity, ... not necessary to be replaced. After a period of the battery meter, it is consuming full power. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to work with your battery" on product model, configuration, applications, power...
...shipped with your system), for all batteries. Battery may shorten the life of publication. Please see "Maintaining your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. Use only batteries designed to perform at maximum capacity and will lose its maximum capacity, ... not necessary to be replaced. After a period of the battery meter, it is consuming full power. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to work with your battery" on product model, configuration, applications, power...