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...main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place your computer in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional ...external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your...
...main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place your computer in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional ...external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your...
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... your computer to a network .........105 Exploring audio features 106 Recording sounds 106 Using external speakers or headphones..........106 Using the Web Camera 107 Using the Memory card reader 108 Inserting memory media 108 Removing memory media 109
... your computer to a network .........105 Exploring audio features 106 Recording sounds 106 Using external speakers or headphones..........106 Using the Web Camera 107 Using the Memory card reader 108 Inserting memory media 108 Removing memory media 109
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... 116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer... problems 131 The Windows® operating system can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical...
... 116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer... problems 131 The Windows® operating system can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical...
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... applications. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 41. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. After starting your system or visit... accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to run most of data. See "Setting up your software" ...
... applications. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 41. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. After starting your system or visit... accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to run most of data. See "Setting up your software" ...
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...or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. NOTE For this procedure. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must ...be installed in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; The surrounding area may be hot. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or...
...or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. NOTE For this procedure. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must ...be installed in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; The surrounding area may be hot. otherwise, skip to step 5. 1 From the Start or...
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... click or touch the Power ( ) icon. In either of the computer, and then place the computer upside down on . Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer..." on and data in memory will not be lost. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in -use light are off . 5 Unplug and remove any cables ...
... click or touch the Power ( ) icon. In either of the computer, and then place the computer upside down on . Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer..." on and data in memory will not be lost. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in -use light are off . 5 Unplug and remove any cables ...
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... to your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secure the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage... the memory module. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may have...
... to your Quick Start document. 8 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw(s) that secure the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 9 Remove the memory module slot cover. 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage... the memory module. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may have...
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.... Slot B is the bottom slot. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its sides, avoiding any contact with the socket 14 Firmly press the memory module into the socket NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. 48 Getting ...Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one memory module is to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (...
.... Slot B is the bottom slot. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its sides, avoiding any contact with the socket 14 Firmly press the memory module into the socket NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. 48 Getting ...Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one memory module is to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (...
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... with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module to be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery. If only one memory module is the top slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the top edge of the module. ...seat the module into the latches at the sides of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A ...
... with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module to be installed, it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery. If only one memory module is the top slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the top edge of the module. ...seat the module into the latches at the sides of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket and level when secured in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A ...
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...the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-10 in Sleep mode). In this condition, ...cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on page 52. If you can now continue setting up . When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work ...
...the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-10 in Sleep mode). In this condition, ...cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on page 52. If you can now continue setting up . When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work ...
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... on top of one another, you turn it on page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side up. You can damage the computer and the memory module. The computer could hang up slightly. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep ...or Hibernation mode. In either of the slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work...
... on top of one another, you turn it on page 95. 6 Turn the computer right side up. You can damage the computer and the memory module. The computer could hang up slightly. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep ...or Hibernation mode. In either of the slot. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work...
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...inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor ... or when an AC adaptor is connected to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in "Installing a memory module" on a hard flat surface. To do this condition, observe the following: ❖...
...inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor ... or when an AC adaptor is connected to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-10 in "Installing a memory module" on a hard flat surface. To do this condition, observe the following: ❖...
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... to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. See your file to the internal storage drive. See "Saving your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Computing tips ❖ Save your work since you save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your software documentation for...
... to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. See your file to the internal storage drive. See "Saving your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Computing tips ❖ Save your work since you save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your software documentation for...
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... battery" on AC power, either power the computer from its battery. This is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under any individual user. However, for up a power plan that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information....especially streaming video), either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to retain a charge. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that keeps the computer running at the time of time, the battery will need to let the battery fully discharge each time. The computer...
... battery" on AC power, either power the computer from its battery. This is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under any individual user. However, for up a power plan that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information....especially streaming video), either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to retain a charge. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that keeps the computer running at the time of time, the battery will need to let the battery fully discharge each time. The computer...
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... information, see "Backing up your computer was shipped, resulting in a CMOS error message during startup. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. Mobile Computing 87 Charging batteries...
... information, see "Backing up your computer was shipped, resulting in a CMOS error message during startup. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. Mobile Computing 87 Charging batteries...
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... so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it stops. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. The following instructions apply to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of media. These media ... area to your Quick Start document. To use a micro or mini SD™ Card, an SD™ adapter is required. Inserting memory media NOTE To locate your Memory card reader, please refer to static electricity, which can be used with a variety of Secure Digital™ (SD™), Mini SD...
... so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it stops. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. The following instructions apply to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of media. These media ... area to your Quick Start document. To use a micro or mini SD™ Card, an SD™ adapter is required. Inserting memory media NOTE To locate your Memory card reader, please refer to static electricity, which can be used with a variety of Secure Digital™ (SD™), Mini SD...
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...eject. Wait for safe removal, a message will tell you would like to Remove Hardware. Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 109 NOTE Always remove memory media when not in use. If the system is being written or read. If the computer has a spring-loaded adapter slot...the media can be destroyed. The card pops out slightly. 5 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is unable to prepare the media for the indicator light to release it. Even when the Windows® message "copying...
...eject. Wait for safe removal, a message will tell you would like to Remove Hardware. Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 109 NOTE Always remove memory media when not in use. If the system is being written or read. If the computer has a spring-loaded adapter slot...the media can be destroyed. The card pops out slightly. 5 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is unable to prepare the media for the indicator light to release it. Even when the Windows® message "copying...
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... you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly. The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE/Windows Error Recovery - Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. Closing all programs should allow you to continue working . Windows did not shut down . This can happen if the computer was displayed...
... you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly. The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE/Windows Error Recovery - Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. Closing all programs should allow you to continue working . Windows did not shut down . This can happen if the computer was displayed...
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... appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. 3 In the lower right of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. If only one memory module installed for the computer to be faulty. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. It is to be installed, it must have... at least one memory module is worthwhile checking for the error again. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down 4 While holding the Shift key, click or ...
... appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. 3 In the lower right of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. If only one memory module installed for the computer to be faulty. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. It is to be installed, it must have... at least one memory module is worthwhile checking for the error again. Shut down option Power (Sample Image) Shut down 4 While holding the Shift key, click or ...
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AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory bps bits per second CD Compact Disc CD-ROM Compact Disc Read-Only Memory CD-RW Compact Disc Rewrite Memory CMOS Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DMA Direct Memory Access DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DOS Disk Operating System 158 Acronyms The following acronyms may not be available on your computer. Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may appear in this User's Guide.
AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory bps bits per second CD Compact Disc CD-ROM Compact Disc Read-Only Memory CD-RW Compact Disc Rewrite Memory CMOS Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DMA Direct Memory Access DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DOS Disk Operating System 158 Acronyms The following acronyms may not be available on your computer. Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may appear in this User's Guide.