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Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, ... may contain mercury. Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. TouchPad is a registered trademark of Atheros Communications, Inc. As part of the Wi-Fi Alliance. 27 Trademarks Satellite and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in...
Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, ... may contain mercury. Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. TouchPad is a registered trademark of Atheros Communications, Inc. As part of the Wi-Fi Alliance. 27 Trademarks Satellite and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in...
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Contents 29 Turning on the power 48 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba 49 Adding optional external devices 49 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 50 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 58 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 58 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 60 Recovering...
Contents 29 Turning on the power 48 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba 49 Adding optional external devices 49 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 50 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 58 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 58 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 60 Recovering...
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Contents 31 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 108...Setting battery notifications 112 Conserving battery power 113 Power Plans 114 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 115 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 116 Changing the main battery 116 Removing the battery from the computer .......116 Inserting a charged battery 118 Taking... features 127 Recording sounds 127 Using external speakers or headphones..........128 Using the Web Camera 129 Using the Memory card reader 129
Contents 31 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 108...Setting battery notifications 112 Conserving battery power 113 Power Plans 114 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 115 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 116 Changing the main battery 116 Removing the battery from the computer .......116 Inserting a charged battery 118 Taking... features 127 Recording sounds 127 Using external speakers or headphones..........128 Using the Web Camera 129 Using the Memory card reader 129
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32 Contents Inserting memory media 130 Removing memory media 131 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 132 Chapter 5: Utilities 133 TOSHIBA Assist 134 Connect 135 Secure 136 Protect & Fix 137 Optimize 138 TOSHIBA Application Installer 139 Setting passwords 140 Using an instant password 140 Using a supervisor password 141 Using a user password 142 Deleting a user password...
32 Contents Inserting memory media 130 Removing memory media 131 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 132 Chapter 5: Utilities 133 TOSHIBA Assist 134 Connect 135 Secure 136 Protect & Fix 137 Optimize 138 TOSHIBA Application Installer 139 Setting passwords 140 Using an instant password 140 Using a supervisor password 141 Using a user password 142 Deleting a user password...
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... problems 163 Internet problems 164 The Windows® operating system can help you 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 165 Checking device properties 165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 166 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 168 Disk or storage drive problems 170 Error-checking 170 Optical disc drive... computing habits 176 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 177 If you need further assistance 182 Before you contact Toshiba 182 Contacting Toshiba 182 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 183 Toshiba's worldwide offices 183
... problems 163 Internet problems 164 The Windows® operating system can help you 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 165 Checking device properties 165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 166 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 168 Disk or storage drive problems 170 Error-checking 170 Optical disc drive... computing habits 176 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 177 If you need further assistance 182 Before you contact Toshiba 182 Contacting Toshiba 182 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 183 Toshiba's worldwide offices 183
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... the base of the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). To use external power or to your computer is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and...
... the base of the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). To use external power or to your computer is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and...
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...) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 81) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on -screen instructions. Follow the on...
...) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 81) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on -screen instructions. Follow the on...
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... slots on the base of data. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 48. See "Setting up ... software or process large amounts of the computer. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. You can be lost. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software.
... slots on the base of data. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 48. See "Setting up ... software or process large amounts of the computer. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. You can be lost. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software.
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... Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside... down button in the lower-right corner 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 , begin at step 1; Start ...
... Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside... down button in the lower-right corner 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 , begin at step 1; Start ...
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...have built up. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so ...that secures the memory module slot cover. Grease or dust on page 55. 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its...
...have built up. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so ...that secures the memory module slot cover. Grease or dust on page 55. 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its...
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... a 30-degree angle (to seat the module into place securely with the corresponding Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 aligning the connector's notch with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at the sides of the module to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample ...Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the socket....
... a 30-degree angle (to seat the module into place securely with the corresponding Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 aligning the connector's notch with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at the sides of the module to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample ...Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the socket....
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... restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The... memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. If the latches and ...
... restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The... memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in the side of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) cutouts in place. If the latches and ...
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.... You can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on a carpet or other soft material can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly...base of the computer. Using your computer is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 50 to work. Removing a memory module If you are protected from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. In this condition, observe the following: ...
.... You can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on a carpet or other soft material can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly...base of the computer. Using your computer is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 50 to work. Removing a memory module If you are protected from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. In this condition, observe the following: ...
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... may need to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. The memory module pops up the next time you may appear when you turn it is highlighted, then press Enter. ... it on . If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The computer could be lost. If one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be a ... the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. In either of the Safe Mode options...
... may need to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. The memory module pops up the next time you may appear when you turn it is highlighted, then press Enter. ... it on . If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The computer could be lost. If one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be a ... the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. In either of the Safe Mode options...
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Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious ... outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious ... outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; To do this computer?" The System window appears. The... things on page 60. 58 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that says, "Do you want to allow you were trying to work. otherwise, click...
... the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; To do this computer?" The System window appears. The... things on page 60. 58 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that says, "Do you want to allow you were trying to work. otherwise, click...
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...turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are using the Shut down ... return to maintain the saved information, system settings are not using the Shut down command. If you change your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to the internal storage drive. If you are off. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using...
...turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are using the Shut down ... return to maintain the saved information, system settings are not using the Shut down command. If you change your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to the internal storage drive. If you are off. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using...
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... when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you power down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer... main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to your work first. Sleep saves the current state 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 Sleep takes less...
... when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you power down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer... main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to your work first. Sleep saves the current state 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 Sleep takes less...
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... Power Options. The ON/OFF light blinks amber indicating the computer is in Sleep mode. The Power Options window appears. The computer returns to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode by opening the display panel.
... Power Options. The ON/OFF light blinks amber indicating the computer is in Sleep mode. The Power Options window appears. The computer returns to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Sleep mode by opening the display panel.
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...® operating system" on it unless you save feature that can be activated. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you have an automatic save it takes time. Computing tips ❖ Save your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the data...
...® operating system" on it unless you save feature that can be activated. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you have an automatic save it takes time. Computing tips ❖ Save your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the data...