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...main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place your computer in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional ...external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your...
...main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place your computer in Sleep mode 43 Adding optional ...external devices 44 Adding memory (optional 44 Installing a memory module 45 Removing a memory module 50 Checking total memory 52 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 Creating recovery media 54 Restoring from recovery media 56 Refresh your...
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... your computer to a network .........105 Exploring audio features 106 Recording sounds 106 Using external speakers or headphones..........106 Using the Web Camera 107 Using the Memory card reader 108 Inserting memory media 108 Removing memory media 109
... your computer to a network .........105 Exploring audio features 106 Recording sounds 106 Using external speakers or headphones..........106 Using the Web Camera 107 Using the Memory card reader 108 Inserting memory media 108 Removing memory media 109
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... 116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer... problems 131 The Windows® operating system can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical...
... 116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer... problems 131 The Windows® operating system can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical...
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...; Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 66) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software" on page 41. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 41. 44...
...; Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 66) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software" on page 41. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 41. 44...
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...Slot A is the top slot. If only one or two memory modules. Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is on may damage the computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1;... this procedure. If the computer is to room temperature before they have cooled. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear,...
...Slot A is the top slot. If only one or two memory modules. Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is on may damage the computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1;... this procedure. If the computer is to room temperature before they have cooled. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear,...
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... the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery. Do not try to lose your work surface to the computer, including the AC adaptor. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is being accessed, you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in -use light are off . 5 Unplug and remove ... the operating system, and then turns off . The computer could cause you to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in memory will not be lost. You can damage the computer and the memory module. For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on...
... the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery. Do not try to lose your work surface to the computer, including the AC adaptor. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is being accessed, you turn off the power while a disk/disc is in -use light are off . 5 Unplug and remove ... the operating system, and then turns off . The computer could cause you to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in memory will not be lost. You can damage the computer and the memory module. For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on...
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... built up. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 12 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. Getting... 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to your memory module slot cover, please refer to discharge any static electricity you must remove a module by performing steps...
... built up. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 11 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 12 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. Getting... 10 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to your memory module slot cover, please refer to discharge any static electricity you must remove a module by performing steps...
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... the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 13 Pick up the memory module by its connector. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its sides, avoiding any contact with the socket 14 Firmly press the... bottom module. Slot B is the bottom slot. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface...
... the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the matching key in Slot A. 13 Pick up the memory module by its connector. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its sides, avoiding any contact with the socket 14 Firmly press the... bottom module. Slot B is the bottom slot. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface...
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...in the side of the socket. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 15 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. If only one memory module is to seat the module into the socket and ...of the module. Slot B is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 95. The memory module should "snap" into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. These latches should be installed in place. If the ...
...in the side of the socket. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 15 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. If only one memory module is to seat the module into the socket and ...of the module. Slot B is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 95. The memory module should "snap" into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. These latches should be installed in place. If the ...
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.... Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Checking total memory" on a hard flat surface. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as an electric ...the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on page 45 to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can now continue...
.... Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in "Checking total memory" on a hard flat surface. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as an electric ...the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in "Installing a memory module" on page 45 to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can now continue...
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...) Do not try to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you must remove ...the top module first before restarting the computer. The memory module pops up . In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing...
...) Do not try to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you must remove ...the top module first before restarting the computer. The memory module pops up . In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 2 Pull the latches away from the work surface before removing...
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...and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on page 45), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near... a hard flat surface. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. The System window appears. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause...
...and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on page 45), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near... a hard flat surface. In this : Press the ( ) + X keys, and then click System. The System window appears. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause...
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.... 72 Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved.
.... 72 Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved.
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... system's battery life under the specific test settings at least once a month. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is helpful to let the battery fully discharge each time. NOTE For best performance when playing streaming... the battery maintains its AC adaptor, or set up to be replaced. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your battery" on page 97 for procedures. The battery life rating is only achieved on the ...and does not indicate the battery life that will be obtained by Toshiba under any individual user. Recharge time varies depending on usage.
... system's battery life under the specific test settings at least once a month. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is helpful to let the battery fully discharge each time. NOTE For best performance when playing streaming... the battery maintains its AC adaptor, or set up to be replaced. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your battery" on page 97 for procedures. The battery life rating is only achieved on the ...and does not indicate the battery life that will be obtained by Toshiba under any individual user. Recharge time varies depending on usage.
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The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. The RTC battery may have ...
The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to select a power level setting that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. The RTC battery may have ...
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...so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it stops. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. NOTE Do not use the drag-and-drop feature of digital products: digital music players, ...used with a variety of the Windows® operating system. To use of media. 108 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader Using the Memory card reader The Memory card reader supports the use a micro or mini SD™ Card, an SD™ adapter is required. These media ...
...so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it stops. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. NOTE Do not use the drag-and-drop feature of digital products: digital music players, ...used with a variety of the Windows® operating system. To use of media. 108 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader Using the Memory card reader The Memory card reader supports the use a micro or mini SD™ Card, an SD™ adapter is required. These media ...
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...the system is being written or read. Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 109 NOTE Always remove memory media when not in progress and your data could be destroyed. If the ...system displays Safe to release it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is unable to prepare the media for the indicator light to try again later.... Removing memory media 1 If you are not currently on the Desktop, choose the Desktop tile on...
...the system is being written or read. Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 109 NOTE Always remove memory media when not in progress and your data could be destroyed. If the ...system displays Safe to release it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is unable to prepare the media for the indicator light to try again later.... Removing memory media 1 If you are not currently on the Desktop, choose the Desktop tile on...
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... touch Task Manager. Data stored in another device, such as a lamp. Closing the failed program should allow you turn on by plugging in the computer's memory has been lost. Problems when you to close a program that the computer is receiving power from shutting down successfully message. Press and hold the power...
... touch Task Manager. Data stored in another device, such as a lamp. Closing the failed program should allow you turn on by plugging in the computer's memory has been lost. Problems when you to close a program that the computer is receiving power from shutting down successfully message. Press and hold the power...
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...slot. NOTE For this model, Slot A is worthwhile checking for the error again. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module is to work. If only one memory module installed for the computer to be installed, it must be installed in from the right edge 2 When the Windows® ...key, click or touch the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Check for the error again. 6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for these first: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to be faulty. It is the bottom slot.
...slot. NOTE For this model, Slot A is worthwhile checking for the error again. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module is to work. If only one memory module installed for the computer to be installed, it must be installed in from the right edge 2 When the Windows® ...key, click or touch the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. 5 Check for the error again. 6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for these first: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to be faulty. It is the bottom slot.
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AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory 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 CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DMA Direct Memory Access DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DOS Disk Operating System 158 Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may appear in this User's Guide. Acronyms The following acronyms may not be available on your computer.
AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory 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 CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DMA Direct Memory Access DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DOS Disk Operating System 158 Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may appear in this User's Guide. Acronyms The following acronyms may not be available on your computer.