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... 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 58 Checking total memory 61 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 61 Recovering to out-of-box state ...73 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 75 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 76 Installing drivers and applications 77 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 77 Using the touch pad 78 Adjusting touch pad settings 82 Scrolling with the touch pad 82 Control ...
... 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 58 Checking total memory 61 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 61 Recovering to out-of-box state ...73 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 75 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 76 Installing drivers and applications 77 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 77 Using the touch pad 78 Adjusting touch pad settings 82 Scrolling with the touch pad 82 Control ...
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Contents 33 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 127 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 128 Changing the main battery 129 Removing the battery from the computer .......129 Inserting a charged battery 130 Taking care of your battery ... 141 Using an ExpressCard 142 Inserting an ExpressCard 142 Removing an ExpressCard 142 Using the Memory card reader 143 Inserting memory media 143 Removing memory media 144 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 145 Using the expansion port 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151
Contents 33 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 127 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 128 Changing the main battery 129 Removing the battery from the computer .......129 Inserting a charged battery 130 Taking care of your battery ... 141 Using an ExpressCard 142 Inserting an ExpressCard 142 Removing an ExpressCard 142 Using the Memory card reader 143 Inserting memory media 143 Removing memory media 144 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 145 Using the expansion port 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151
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... problems 185 Internet problems 186 The Windows® operating system can help you 186 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 187 Checking device properties 187 Memory problems 188 Power and the batteries 188 Keyboard problems 190 Display problems 190 Disk or storage drive problems 192 Error-checking 192 Optical disc drive... computing habits 201 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 202 If you need further assistance 206 Before you contact Toshiba 206 Contacting Toshiba 207 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 208 Toshiba's worldwide offices 208
... problems 185 Internet problems 186 The Windows® operating system can help you 186 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 187 Checking device properties 187 Memory problems 188 Power and the batteries 188 Keyboard problems 190 Display problems 190 Disk or storage drive problems 192 Error-checking 192 Optical disc drive... computing habits 201 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 202 If you need further assistance 206 Before you contact Toshiba 206 Contacting Toshiba 207 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 208 Toshiba's worldwide offices 208
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... a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard®. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer is in...
... a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard®. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer is in...
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Registering your computer with Toshiba The first time you turn on page 142) Product registration can be connected to set up your software. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ...must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Follow ...
Registering your computer with Toshiba The first time you turn on page 142) Product registration can be connected to set up your software. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ...must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Follow ...
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... run most of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 50. Allow the module(s) to cool to increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in minor bodily injury. You will...
... run most of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 50. Allow the module(s) to cool to increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in minor bodily injury. You will...
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... in Slot A. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the cloth. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is to be installed, it must be lost. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then... turns off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one or two...
... in Slot A. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the cloth. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is to be installed, it must be lost. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then... turns off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one or two...
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Back 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. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 129. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
Back 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. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 129. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
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...discharge any static electricity you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in Slot A. If only one another, you must remove... a module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of one memory module is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an ...
...discharge any static electricity you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in Slot A. If only one another, you must remove... a module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of one memory module is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an ...
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...with the matching key in the side of the socket. If the latches and cutouts do not line up the memory module by its connector. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Pick up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning... "snap" into place securely 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 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted...
...with the matching key in the side of the socket. If the latches and cutouts do not line up the memory module by its connector. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Pick up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning... "snap" into place securely 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 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted...
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.... Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is to be installed in place. 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 NOTE For this model, Slot A... is the top slot. Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing ...
.... Slot B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is to be installed in place. 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 NOTE For this model, Slot A... is the top slot. Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into position. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing ...
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...the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor ...or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC ...
...the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor ...or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC ...
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... on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE The following screen may appear when you may need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. The memory module pops up the next time you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If ... is highlighted, then press Enter. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be saved. The computer could be lost. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) Do not try to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one of the above cases, ...
... on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. NOTE The following screen may appear when you may need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. The memory module pops up the next time you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If ... is highlighted, then press Enter. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be saved. The computer could be lost. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) Do not try to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one of the above cases, ...
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...charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B Slot A (Sample ...Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is connected to a power outlet (even if ...
...charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B Slot A (Sample ...Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is connected to a power outlet (even if ...
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...computer?" If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; The System window appears. Getting Started 61 Recovering the Internal Storage ...Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you want to allow you to this : ❖ Click...
...computer?" If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to perform the action, click Continue; The System window appears. Getting Started 61 Recovering the Internal Storage ...Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you want to allow you to this : ❖ Click...
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... power button before turning the computer on the computer again, you will not be using it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as...
... power button before turning the computer on the computer again, you will not be using it first saves the current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as...
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... computer to your computer sleeps for an extended period of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open documents and programs to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. NOTE After your internal storage drive, and...Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation ...
... computer to your computer sleeps for an extended period of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open documents and programs to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. NOTE After your internal storage drive, and...Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation ...
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.../OFF light blinks amber indicating the computer is configured, you were using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can place it again...
.../OFF light blinks amber indicating the computer is configured, you were using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can place it again...
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... of charge while you are working, you will lose all work " on page 107 for details. 100 See your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save...
... of charge while you are working, you will lose all work " on page 107 for details. 100 See your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save...
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...least once a month. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your system, the RTC battery may fail to your Toshiba computer. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is turned on page 132 for up to work with your system configuration settings and the current time and... of the battery, and may not charge while the computer is turned off. To ensure that stores your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Battery may cause the battery meter to be inaccurate. Use only batteries designed to a month while the computer is consuming...
...least once a month. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your system, the RTC battery may fail to your Toshiba computer. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is turned on page 132 for up to work with your system configuration settings and the current time and... of the battery, and may not charge while the computer is turned off. To ensure that stores your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Battery may cause the battery meter to be inaccurate. Use only batteries designed to a month while the computer is consuming...