Toshiba A215S7422 Support Question
Toshiba A215S7422 Support Question
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Question posted by robertoingsit on October 25th, 2013
Why My Bios Does Not Recognize The Ram?
Hi, I have a problem with my laptop is a Toshiba Satellite a215-S7422. I tried to upgrade the memory ram of my computer from 2GB to 4GB so I bougth 2GB, but when I installed this one, the computer does not recognized the new instaled ram, only 2GB. I did a lot of thinngs, change the ram of the slots, upgrade the Bios , but I was not able to the computer can recognize the new memory installed. what can I do? do you know?
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Answer #1: Posted by TheWiz on October 26th, 2013 12:11 PM
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It sounds like the RAM is either defective or not the right type. Information about your laptop's memory can be found here:
Related Toshiba A215S7422 Manual Pages
User Manual - Page 49
... setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in "Installing a memory module" on page 51. When the operating system has loaded, you need to work. Removing a memory module
If you can now continue setting up . 17...
User Manual - Page 51
... the module is displayed below the System heading
under Memory (RAM). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 45), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and...
User Manual - Page 64
... connect a USB-compatible printer to install the printer software before completing the following procedure. To determine if the printer is then ready for further instructions. 64
Getting Started
Using a mouse
Using a mouse
You may come with your printer.
Connecting a printer
NOTE
Your printer documentation may automatically recognize the printer; If you can purchase...
User Manual - Page 87
...with a .doc extension. Creating your own extension is usually unwise, since the program is unlikely to recognize a strange extension and may refuse to handle your Windows®-based application, click File, and then... file as described in the program with a particular format. For information on page 64.
Learning the Basics
87
Printing your work
Ensure the operating system is set up ...
User Manual - Page 98
... BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS) CHECK SYSTEM Your computer's Power Options utility can be used to recharge. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for up to run applications, features, and devices. To ensure that you operate your...
User Manual - Page 142
...set a user password ❖ Display-Allows you are using after starting in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist.
For more information, see "Directing the display output when you turn on the computer" on ... back to their default values ❖ Password-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or
change various default settings for the
built-in display
NOTE
When the computer restarts, it...
User Manual - Page 167
....
4 Remove the device when told it is safe to do so. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 68. Follow this procedure before you remove a ExpressCard:
1 Click...reinstalling it can correct many problems.
An ExpressCard error occurs.
Since all ExpressCards share the same socket, each device has its own address.
The system does not recognize your ExpressCard. If Something Goes...
User Manual - Page 170
...should confer with the Wi-Fi® adapter.
❖ If another computer is loaded. Some Toshiba models may be very helpful if you are casesensitive. If, for setting and managing SSIDs.
... the Control Panel's Hardware and Sound Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by Windows®.
1 Click Start to open the Start menu.
2 Type Cmd in Device Manager ...
User Manual - Page 172
... view the optical drive properties.
7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation.
If it cleaned.
5 Verify that your computer recognizes your computer to view DVD movies.
4 Clean the disc and try again. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you are using the following steps:
1 Verify...
User Manual - Page 199
Acronyms
The following acronyms may not be available on your computer.
AC
alternating current
BIOS
basic input/output system
bps
bits per second
CD
compact disc
CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory
CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory
CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor
COM1 communications port 1 (serial port)
COM2 communications port 2 (serial port...
User Manual - Page 200
... printer port 1 (parallel port)
LSI
large-scale integration
MB
megabyte
MIDI
Musical Instrument Digital Interface
PC
personal computer
PCI
Peripheral Component Interconnect
PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association
RAM
random access memory
RFI
radio frequency interference
ROM
read-only memory
RTC
real-time clock
SCSI
small computer system interface
User Manual - Page 201
... include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also program. See BIOS. Compare direct current (DC).
This type of display works well with
notebook computers...
SDRAM SRAM SVGA TFT USB URL WAN www
synchronous dynamic random access memory static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator...
User Manual - Page 202
BIOS (basic input/output system) - This is the basic unit of the computer, such as bits per second...
boot - A form of highcapacity storage that loads and initializes the operating system. The speed at which data flows from the computer's main memory. The term "boot" originates from bootstrap program (as a printer or modem, transmits information. bus - 202 Glossary
baud rate - Baud rate...
User Manual - Page 207
... (1) A feature in which only every other line of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. I
icon - A small image displayed on the motherboard to add or remove devices from ...you use to the surface of the display, creating light and dark pixels. Memory cache installed on the screen that enables any other on the network. When an electric current...
User Manual - Page 208
...that converts information from its physical drives.
A collection of every line is recognized by communications facilities. microprocessor - Short for connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, ... are run and data is RAM.
M
memory - A standard for "modulator/demodulator." The computer's main circuit board that contains the processor, memory, and other users
and to...
User Manual - Page 210
... some operation on a screen.
properties - For example, the properties of an object or device.
See RAM. A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. ROM (read -only memory - S
select - See also memory. RJ11 - See also BIOS, memory. This type of memory is used on most U.S.
A modular connector used for your computer. 210 Glossary
program - See also...
User Manual - Page 213
Index
A
AC adaptor 39 AC power
connecting adaptor 40 accessories
memory 44 adding memory 44 Alt keys 81 Application Cards 184 audio
files 123 audio features 123
... 189 power plan hot key 105 real-time clock (RTC) 96 removing 106 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 126 removing memory media 127 button
power 44, 53
start 115
C
CD creating 93 playing an...
User Manual - Page 214
...properties 157 devices
keyboard 63 mouse 64 Disk Defragmenter 163 disk drive ...problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 162 warning resume failure 152
Error-checking 163 Ethernet LAN port 119 expansion memory slot 47 exploring the desktop 113 ExpressCards™
checklist 166 computer stops working 167 errors 167 hot swapping fails 167 inserting 124 not recognized...
User Manual - Page 216
... battery removing 106
memory adding 44 problem solving 158 removing expansion slot cover 47
memory module inserting 47 installation 45 removing 51
microphone 123 modem
connecting to telephone line 117 determining COM port 116 problem solving 169 resetting port to default settings
116 upgrading 116 monitor 61 connecting 62 not working 161 mouse installing 64 serial 64 mouse utility...
User Manual - Page 217
... button 61 printer connecting 64 problem solving 168 printing a file 87 problem solving AC power 159 ...Toshiba 178, 179
corrupted/damaged data files 164 Device Manager 157 disk drive is slow 163 display is blank 161 ExpressCards™ 166
checklist 166 error occurs 167 hot swapping fails 167 not recognized 167 slot appears dead 166 external display not working 162 external monitor 161 faulty memory...
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