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.... and any use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with this product in a single article. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks of the BD Association. Disposal of this product may be obtained from a video provider..., Centrino and Pentium are those of their respective companies. Secure Digital and SD are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are trademarks of SD Card Association. Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or...
.... and any use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with this product in a single article. Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks of the BD Association. Disposal of this product may be obtained from a video provider..., Centrino and Pentium are those of their respective companies. Secure Digital and SD are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are trademarks of SD Card Association. Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or...
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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 62 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 64 Recovering...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 62 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 64 Recovering...
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... 142 Using external speakers or headphones..........142 Using the Web Camera 143 Using the Memory card reader 144 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151 TOSHIBA Application Installer 152 Setting passwords 153 Using an instant password 153 Using a supervisor...
... 142 Using external speakers or headphones..........142 Using the Web Camera 143 Using the Memory card reader 144 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151 TOSHIBA Application Installer 152 Setting passwords 153 Using an instant password 153 Using a supervisor...
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... problems 174 Internet problems 175 The Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... problems 174 Internet problems 175 The Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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... underside of the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious...
... underside of the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious...
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... may want to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Product registration can be connected to your software" on page 88) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your product. After starting your software. See "Setting up your...
... may want to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Product registration can be connected to your software" on page 88) Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your product. After starting your software. See "Setting up your...
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.... Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software" on page 50. To avoid damaging the computer's screws... for this procedure. You may damage the computer, the module, or both. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. The surrounding area may be installed in good condition.
.... Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software" on page 50. To avoid damaging the computer's screws... for this procedure. You may damage the computer, the module, or both. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. The surrounding area may be installed in good condition.
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If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4... closes all open programs, shuts down on , begin at step 1; Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Slot A. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut... be lost. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. You can install one memory module is on the cloth. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one or two...
If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4... closes all open programs, shuts down on , begin at step 1; Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Slot A. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut... be lost. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. You can install one memory module is on the cloth. Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one or two...
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For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series 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 130. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover
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...series Back of computer L750 series L770 series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Grease or dust on the computer. Before you handle... the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector ...
...series Back of computer L750 series L770 series (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Grease or dust on the computer. Before you handle... the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the connector ...
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... the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on page 59. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. Slot ...contact with the socket NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in the socket. notch latch connector latch key (Sample...
... the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 11 Pick up the memory module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on page 59. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. Slot ...contact with the socket NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in the socket. notch latch connector latch key (Sample...
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...latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. The memory module should "snap" into position. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket 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...
...latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. The memory module should "snap" into position. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket 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...
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...your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is in Sleep mode). Make sure to ...can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. If only one memory module is the bottom slot. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never...
...your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is in Sleep mode). Make sure to ...can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. If only one memory module is the bottom slot. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never...
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..., verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on . Removing a memory module If you can damage the computer and the memory module. You can verify that the computer has...work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. If you turn it correctly...
..., verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on . Removing a memory module If you can damage the computer and the memory module. You can verify that the computer has...work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. If you turn it correctly...
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... pops up normally. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen may need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and...is highlighted, then press Enter. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. If one another, you turn on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to ...press Enter to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is suggested, this could be a sign that you may...
... pops up normally. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen may need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and...is highlighted, then press Enter. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. If one another, you turn on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to ...press Enter to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is suggested, this could be a sign that you may...
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..., possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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 computer. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main...
..., possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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 computer. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main...
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...doing things on page 66. To do this computer?" 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 64. NOTE From time to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel... Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that says, "Do you to prevent programs or people ...
...doing things on page 66. To do this computer?" 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 64. NOTE From time to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel... Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that says, "Do you to prevent programs or people ...
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You must turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to upgrade your computer. 90 Getting Started Turning off the computer Options for turning off ... decide to continue working after turning off the computer using the Shut down completely, but it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you must turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , wait a few...
You must turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to upgrade your computer. 90 Getting Started Turning off the computer Options for turning off ... decide to continue working after turning off the computer using the Shut down completely, but it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you must turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , wait a few...
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Sleep saves the current 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 files you were using. For information on page 97. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off. Be...
Sleep saves the current 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 files you were using. For information on page 97. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off. Be...
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... appears. Using and configuring Sleep mode To turn off the computer using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode, press the power button until the ON/OFF light glows white. Configuring Sleep mode options You...
... appears. Using and configuring Sleep mode To turn off the computer using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode, press the power button until the ON/OFF light glows white. Configuring Sleep mode options You...