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... turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, then Turn off computer or Shut Down window appears. 2 Click Turn Off or Shut Down. 26 Setting up your computer and getting started Before you install or remove a memory module...
... turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, then Turn off computer or Shut Down window appears. 2 Click Turn Off or Shut Down. 26 Setting up your computer and getting started Before you install or remove a memory module...
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... has the memory modules stacked on the connector may have built up your computer and getting started 27 Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing 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 you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or...
... has the memory modules stacked on the connector may have built up your computer and getting started 27 Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing 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 you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or...
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... the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Setting up your computer and getting started 29 latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 43. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18...
... the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Setting up your computer and getting started 29 latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 43. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18...
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... the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key to Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn it out of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode. 30 Setting up your computer and getting started Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing additional memory (optional...
... the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key to Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn it out of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode. 30 Setting up your computer and getting started Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing additional memory (optional...
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... the card can turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. Learning the basics Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using the card. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory...
... the card can turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. Learning the basics Computing tips ❖ Save your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are using the card. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory...
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... that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is blank. If you have gone into a working . HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to its previous setting. If something goes wrong 49 Display problems Here are...
... that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is blank. If you have gone into a working . HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to its previous setting. If something goes wrong 49 Display problems Here are...
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.../cable 24 printer 24 control buttons 34 critical applications 4 D DC-IN 23 display problems screen is blank 49 53 double-click 34 E eject button optical drive 36 error messages program has performed an illegal operation 47 F files backing up 32 saving 32 I inserting CD/DVD 37 PC Cards 31 installing main battery 41, 43 memory module 25 K keyboard unexpected characters 48 keyboard problems not working 48 L lights AC power 22 M main battery changing 41 installing...
.../cable 24 printer 24 control buttons 34 critical applications 4 D DC-IN 23 display problems screen is blank 49 53 double-click 34 E eject button optical drive 36 error messages program has performed an illegal operation 47 F files backing up 32 saving 32 I inserting CD/DVD 37 PC Cards 31 installing main battery 41, 43 memory module 25 K keyboard unexpected characters 48 keyboard problems not working 48 L lights AC power 22 M main battery changing 41 installing...
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... button 36 inserting a disc 37 removing disc 38 using 35 P PC Card inserting 31 removing 32 PC Card problems 50 computer stops working 51 slot appears dead 50 power cable connectors 52 cord/cable 24 power problems computer will not start 48 precautions 21 primary button 33, 34 printer connecting 24 problem solving computer hangs when PC Card inserted 51 computer will not start 48 contacting Toshiba 51 display is blank 49 external monitor 49 illegal operation...
... button 36 inserting a disc 37 removing disc 38 using 35 P PC Card inserting 31 removing 32 PC Card problems 50 computer stops working 51 slot appears dead 50 power cable connectors 52 cord/cable 24 power problems computer will not start 48 precautions 21 primary button 33, 34 printer connecting 24 problem solving computer hangs when PC Card inserted 51 computer will not start 48 contacting Toshiba 51 display is blank 49 external monitor 49 illegal operation...
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... accessories.toshiba.com. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on may be hot. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of the computer's USB ports. 2 Plug the printer's power cable into a live electrical outlet. The computer has two memory module slots - Before you use...
... accessories.toshiba.com. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on may be hot. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of the computer's USB ports. 2 Plug the printer's power cable into a live electrical outlet. The computer has two memory module slots - Before you use...
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... can damage the memory module. If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with the matching key in a safe place so that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any available slot. 10 Locate an empty memory slot on the...
... can damage the memory module. If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with the matching key in a safe place so that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any available slot. 10 Locate an empty memory slot on the...
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... the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on page 25 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Adding memory (optional)" on and data in memory will not be lost. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery...
... the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on page 25 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Adding memory (optional)" on and data in memory will not be lost. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery...
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... memory (optional) The following screen appears when you may need to work. For information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 41. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. If your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive...
... memory (optional) The following screen appears when you may need to work. For information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 41. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. If your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive...
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... a drive indicator light indicates a drive is unable to a removable storage media on . This feature saves your work stays in a safe place. ❖ Scan all new files for safe removal, a message will lose all work since you can be lost. 32 Removing a PC Card Removing a PC Card Be sure to disable the PC Card prior to the disk. Otherwise, the system may be removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware. 2 Locate the PC Card eject button. 3 Press...
... a drive indicator light indicates a drive is unable to a removable storage media on . This feature saves your work stays in a safe place. ❖ Scan all new files for safe removal, a message will lose all work since you can be lost. 32 Removing a PC Card Removing a PC Card Be sure to disable the PC Card prior to the disk. Otherwise, the system may be removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware. 2 Locate the PC Card eject button. 3 Press...
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... your screen display when you through the display options. The screen reactivates and allows you are using the built-in screen. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off , make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If no password is...
... your screen display when you through the display options. The screen reactivates and allows you are using the built-in screen. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off , make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If no password is...
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... control buttons 34 critical applications 3 D DC-IN 23 display problems screen is blank 46 double-click 34 50 E eject button optical drive 35 F files backing up 32 saving 32 I inserting CD/DVD 36 PC Cards 31 installing main battery 40, 41 memory module 25 K keyboard unexpected characters 46 keyboard problems not working 45 L lights AC power 22 M main battery changing 40 installing 40, 41 removing 40 memory module installing 25 inserting into socket 27 removing 29 memory module slot 25 removing cover...
... control buttons 34 critical applications 3 D DC-IN 23 display problems screen is blank 46 double-click 34 50 E eject button optical drive 35 F files backing up 32 saving 32 I inserting CD/DVD 36 PC Cards 31 installing main battery 40, 41 memory module 25 K keyboard unexpected characters 46 keyboard problems not working 45 L lights AC power 22 M main battery changing 40 installing 40, 41 removing 40 memory module installing 25 inserting into socket 27 removing 29 memory module slot 25 removing cover...
Tecra A8-EZ8413 Detailed Specs
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...; Integrated Wireless-LAN:14 o Intel® PRO/Wireless Network Connection 3945ABG (802.11a/b/g) Section 1.11 Expandability • 2 main memory slots. Type II/Type I Card Slot • Secure Digital slot (supports SDIO) Section 1.12 Ports • Video o RGB (monitor) output port • Audio o Audio line-in and line-out o Microphone input port o Headphone output port • Data o i.LINK(tm) IEEE-1394 o USB v2.0 - 3 ports o RJ-45 LAN port o RJ-11 modem port o 240-pin docking connector o Supported on optional Advanced Port Replicator...
...; Integrated Wireless-LAN:14 o Intel® PRO/Wireless Network Connection 3945ABG (802.11a/b/g) Section 1.11 Expandability • 2 main memory slots. Type II/Type I Card Slot • Secure Digital slot (supports SDIO) Section 1.12 Ports • Video o RGB (monitor) output port • Audio o Audio line-in and line-out o Microphone input port o Headphone output port • Data o i.LINK(tm) IEEE-1394 o USB v2.0 - 3 ports o RJ-45 LAN port o RJ-11 modem port o 240-pin docking connector o Supported on optional Advanced Port Replicator...
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... One-touch Resolution Change o TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility o Wireless On/Off Switch o TOSHIBA Fn-esse® Shortcut Utility o TOSHIBA Mouse Utility o FN Shortcut Keys o TOSHIBA Custom Utilities o TOSHIBA Game Console o Electronic User's Guide o Toshiba Bluetooth driver software • Third-party Software o Microsoft Office® OneNote® 2003 o Microsoft Works® Version 8.5 o Sun® Java™ 2 Runtime Environment o Adobe® Acrobat® Reader o InterVideo® WinDVD® 5 o Sonic Solutions® Drive Letter Access™ (DLA) o Microsoft® Windows Media Player...
... One-touch Resolution Change o TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility o Wireless On/Off Switch o TOSHIBA Fn-esse® Shortcut Utility o TOSHIBA Mouse Utility o FN Shortcut Keys o TOSHIBA Custom Utilities o TOSHIBA Game Console o Electronic User's Guide o Toshiba Bluetooth driver software • Third-party Software o Microsoft Office® OneNote® 2003 o Microsoft Works® Version 8.5 o Sun® Java™ 2 Runtime Environment o Adobe® Acrobat® Reader o InterVideo® WinDVD® 5 o Sonic Solutions® Drive Letter Access™ (DLA) o Microsoft® Windows Media Player...
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..., Toshiba Primary Li Ion Battery Pack (6 Cell) PA3091U-2CHG, Toshiba Battery Charger w/Integrated AC Adapter, RoHS Expansion: PA3474U-1PRP, Toshiba Advanced Port Replicator III Plus w/90W AC Adapter, RoHS Security & Protection: PA1370U-1ETC, Toshiba Keyboard Protector (Tecra/Satellite/Qosmio) PA410U, Targus DEFCON CL Notebook Cable Lock Storage: PA3109U-3FDD, Toshiba USB Floppy Disk Drive, RoHS PA1399U-1MEM, Toshiba 1GB USB Hi-Speed Flash Drive Wireless/Bluetooth: PA3455U-1BTM, Toshiba USB Adapter with a 64-bit CPU and therefore may not function...
..., Toshiba Primary Li Ion Battery Pack (6 Cell) PA3091U-2CHG, Toshiba Battery Charger w/Integrated AC Adapter, RoHS Expansion: PA3474U-1PRP, Toshiba Advanced Port Replicator III Plus w/90W AC Adapter, RoHS Security & Protection: PA1370U-1ETC, Toshiba Keyboard Protector (Tecra/Satellite/Qosmio) PA410U, Targus DEFCON CL Notebook Cable Lock Storage: PA3109U-3FDD, Toshiba USB Floppy Disk Drive, RoHS PA1399U-1MEM, Toshiba 1GB USB Hi-Speed Flash Drive Wireless/Bluetooth: PA3455U-1BTM, Toshiba USB Adapter with a 64-bit CPU and therefore may not function...
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..., the brightness of specific format compatibilities. These problems are available for listing of the screen will vary by model and system configuration. 8 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity. 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using high-precision technology. Over a period of time, and depending on your Toshiba computer or optical drive. GPU performance may not playback or operate properly on an external storage medium. Offers. CPU performance...
..., the brightness of specific format compatibilities. These problems are available for listing of the screen will vary by model and system configuration. 8 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity. 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using high-precision technology. Over a period of time, and depending on your Toshiba computer or optical drive. GPU performance may not playback or operate properly on an external storage medium. Offers. CPU performance...
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... will need to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Toshiba's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. Toshiba's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. TO AVOID BEING CHARGED A MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP FEE, SIMPLY CANCEL BEFORE THE SIX-MONTH PROMOTIONAL PERIOD ENDS. See www.easyguard.toshiba.com for specific battery measurement test. Toshiba's shock absorption technology provides higher impact protection for use of service upgrade...
... will need to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Toshiba's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. Toshiba's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. TO AVOID BEING CHARGED A MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP FEE, SIMPLY CANCEL BEFORE THE SIX-MONTH PROMOTIONAL PERIOD ENDS. See www.easyguard.toshiba.com for specific battery measurement test. Toshiba's shock absorption technology provides higher impact protection for use of service upgrade...