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... first time 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 61 Using the TouchPad 61 Scrolling with the TouchPad 62 Control buttons 62 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 62 Using...
... first time 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 61 Using the TouchPad 61 Scrolling with the TouchPad 62 Control buttons 62 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 62 Using...
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... Card 142 Setting up a PC Card for your computer .........143 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 143 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 144 Using the i.LINK® port 145 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151 Setting passwords 152 Using an instant password...
... Card 142 Setting up a PC Card for your computer .........143 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 143 Inserting memory media 144 Removing memory media 144 Using the i.LINK® port 145 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151 Setting passwords 152 Using an instant password...
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... assignments 161 Changing or removing existing key assignments 161 TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility 162 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........163 TOSHIBA Power Saver 164 Preset Power Profiles 165 Quickly creating a new power profile 165 Customizing a power profile 165 Mouse Utility 166 Toshiba Hardware Setup 167 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 169 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 171...
... assignments 161 Changing or removing existing key assignments 161 TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility 162 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........163 TOSHIBA Power Saver 164 Preset Power Profiles 165 Quickly creating a new power profile 165 Customizing a power profile 165 Mouse Utility 166 Toshiba Hardware Setup 167 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 169 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 171...
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... conflict 197 A plan of action 197 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....198 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........200 Memory problems 202 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 204 Display problems 205 Disk drive problems 208 Optical drive problems 210 Sound...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 224 If you need further assistance 230 Before you contact Toshiba 230 Contacting Toshiba 231 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 232 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password 235...
... conflict 197 A plan of action 197 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....198 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........200 Memory problems 202 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 204 Display problems 205 Disk drive problems 208 Optical drive problems 210 Sound...Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 224 If you need further assistance 230 Before you contact Toshiba 230 Contacting Toshiba 231 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 232 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password 235...
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... turn on page 46. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. To register your software setup choices.
... turn on page 46. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. To register your software setup choices.
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Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 43. After starting your computer for the first time you must be connected to the Internet via your ... certain models) and a voice-grade telephone line, or by a Local Area Network. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 45 Failure to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 67) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on...
Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 43. After starting your computer for the first time you must be connected to the Internet via your ... certain models) and a voice-grade telephone line, or by a Local Area Network. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 45 Failure to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 67) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on...
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... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. 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 ...You may want to run most of data. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with your software. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Press and hold the power button in until the operating system has loaded ...
... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. 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 ...You may want to run most of data. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with your software. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Press and hold the power button in until the operating system has loaded ...
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... B. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this happens, let the module cool to room temperature before you install or remove a memory module, turn off computer or Shut Down window appears. 2 Click Turn Off or Shut Down. Before you replace it. The operating system turns off the...slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. The Turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will become hot. If you use a small...
... B. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this happens, let the module cool to room temperature before you install or remove a memory module, turn off computer or Shut Down window appears. 2 Click Turn Off or Shut Down. Before you replace it. The operating system turns off the...slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. The Turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will become hot. If you use a small...
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54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Remove the main battery. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 117. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover.
54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Remove the main battery. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 117. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover.
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... discharge any static electricity you must remove a module by performing steps 2-1 of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of one another, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty...connector may have built up. Static electricity can retrieve them later. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you can damage the memory module. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and cover in a safe place so...
... discharge any static electricity you must remove a module by performing steps 2-1 of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of one another, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty...connector may have built up. Static electricity can retrieve them later. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you can damage the memory module. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and cover in a safe place so...
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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 the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector.
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 the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector.
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... not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in the side of ...computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot These latches should be completely inserted into position...
... not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in the side of ...computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot These latches should be completely inserted into position...
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... it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on ...the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on page 119. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in...
... it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on ...the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on page 119. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in...
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... on, perform the following: Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds, then turn it out of the slot. The memory module pops up the next time you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 1 Gently lift the... memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it on . NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on again. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The computer could hang up slightly. In either of one another, you...
... on, perform the following: Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds, then turn it out of the slot. The memory module pops up the next time you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 1 Gently lift the... memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it on . NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on again. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The computer could hang up slightly. In either of one another, you...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect the cables. 6 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 2 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 3 Re-insert the main battery.
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 119. 4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect the cables. 6 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 2 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 3 Re-insert the main battery.
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...into the socket and lined up squarely with the stroke of a finger. Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 61 Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to left side, slide your finger from right to move the cursor with the socket latches. If the computer... does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized the change. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small...
...into the socket and lined up squarely with the stroke of a finger. Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 61 Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to left side, slide your finger from right to move the cursor with the socket latches. If the computer... does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized the change. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small...
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... consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up...
... consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up...
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Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were ...
Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were ...
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.... This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. Your work " on page 89 for details. 81 See your battery runs...
.... This feature saves your file to reconnect, or your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you must restart your computer to the hard disk at preset intervals. Your work " on page 89 for details. 81 See your battery runs...
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... AC power. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your system), for DVD playback. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to let the battery fully discharge each time. NOTE For optimum DVD ... depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at accessories.toshiba.com. If the computer is normal for procedures. In addition, your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a ...
... AC power. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your system), for DVD playback. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is recommended that the battery maintains its ability to let the battery fully discharge each time. NOTE For optimum DVD ... depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at accessories.toshiba.com. If the computer is normal for procedures. In addition, your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a ...