Toshiba Satellite 1405 S Manual

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Installing additional memory (optional)
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Inserting the memory module
CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module 
or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause 
memory access problems.
10Replace the memory slot cover.
11Replace the screw and tighten it.
12Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you 
removed.
You can now continue setting up the computer. When the 
operating system has loaded, you can verify that the 
computer has recognized the additional memory.
If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, 
verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as 
described in “Checking total memory” on page 53. 
						

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Removing a memory module
CAUTION: If you use the computer for a long time, the memory 
modules will become hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to 
room temperature before you replace them.
1Follow steps 1 through 6 in “Installing additional 
memory (optional)” on page 47.
CAUTIONS: Do not try to remove a memory module with the 
computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the 
device.
Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in
Stand by mode. The computer could hang up the next time you 
turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above 
cases, the Stand by configuration will not be saved.
The following message appears when you turn on the power:
Warning: Resume Failure
Press Any Key To Continue
If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the 
following: Press the power button and hold it down for five 
seconds, then turn the power on again.
2Push the latches to the outside to release the module. A 
spring will force one end of the module up.
3Gently pull the module out. 
CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module 
or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause 
memory access problems. 
						

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Connecting a mouse
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4Complete the procedure by following steps 10 through 12 
in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 47.
Checking total memory
When you add or remove memory, you can check that the 
computer has recognized the change. To do this:
1Click Start, Control Panel
2Click Performance and Maintenance.
3Click System.
4The General tab view automatically appears and shows 
the recognized memory.
5If the computer does not recognize the memory 
configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory 
slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated 
properly, as described in step 11 of “Installing additional 
memory (optional)” on page 47.
Connecting a mouse
You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the 
computer’s built-in pointing device. 
To connect a mouse, plug the mouse cable into one of the 
computer’s USB ports. You can connect it after you turn on 
the computer.
The operating system automatically detects the mouse. The 
mouse and TouchPad can be used at the same time. 
Connecting a printer 
You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer 
through the USB ports. You can connect a USB printer after 
you turn on the computer. 
						

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Alternatively, you can connect a parallel printer to the 
computer’s parallel port. You should do this before you turn 
on the computer.
Connecting a USB printer
To achieve the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, 
which may come with your printer. Otherwise, you can 
purchase one from a computer or electronics store.
NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for connecting a 
USB printer to your computer.
Connecting a parallel printer
To achieve the connection, you need a suitable cable, which 
may come with your parallel printer. Otherwise, you can 
purchase one from a computer or electronics store.
NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for connecting a 
parallel printer to your computer.
Using external display devices
Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you 
can easily attach an external monitor or television to your 
computer if you need a larger screen.
Once you’ve connected an external display device, you can 
choose to use the internal display only, the external device 
only, or both simultaneously.
Connecting an external monitor is described below. For 
details of connecting other external video devices and setting 
display options, see “Exploring video features” on page 173. 
						

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For information on attaching a television to your computer, 
see “Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your 
television” on page 174.
Connecting an external monitor
You must attach the monitor before you turn on the computer.
1Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) 
port.
2Connect the monitor’s power cable to a live electrical 
outlet.
3Turn on the external monitor.
4Turn on the computer.
5Set the display mode by pressing 
Fn + F5, or by setting the 
Display Properties settings.
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
Once you’ve connected an external display device, you can 
choose to use the internal display only, the external device 
only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the 
display output settings is to use the display hot key (
Fn + F5). 
1While holding down 
Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the 
setting you want takes effect.
This hot key cycles through the display output settings in 
the following order:
❖Built-in display panel only
❖Built-in display panel and external monitor 
simultaneously
❖External monitor only
❖Built-in display panel and external video device 
simultaneously
See “Enabling different refresh rates” on page 56. 
						

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❖Other external video device only
2Release the 
Fn key.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the 
Display Properties box in the Control Panel.
Enabling different refresh rates
To include the ability to use the built-in display panel and 
external video device simultaneously among your display 
output options, you must first enable different refresh rates:
1Right-click the desktop and click Properties.
 The Display Properties window opens. 
2Click the Settings tab.
3Click the Advanced button.
4Click the Display Device tab. 
						

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Sample Multiple Monitors window
5Click the Enable Different Refresh Rate button.
6Click OK.
NOTE: To use the built-in display panel and external video device 
simultaneously, you must change the color depth setting to 16 
bits. The setting is not available if the color depth setting is 32 
bits. Refer to the Settings tab in the Display Properties window.
Adjusting the quality of the external display
To obtain the best picture quality from your external display 
device, you may need to adjust the video settings. See the  
						

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documentation supplied with the device for additional 
configuration steps.
TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to use the simultaneous mode, you 
must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the 
resolution of the external display device. The external display 
device must support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher.
Display limitations
Keep in mind that the quality of the display will be limited to 
the capabilities of the external video device.
❖If the external video device, such as an SVGA monitor, is 
capable of displaying at a maximum resolution of 640 x 
480 and your system is set for a higher resolution, only 
part of the desktop will appear on the screen. You can 
view the “lost” area by scrolling to it.
❖If you use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the 
display output with the LCD Display Stretch option 
enabled and the Display area (resolution) set to 640 x 480 
or 800 x 600, the image on the internal display panel may 
appear stretched. 
						

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Connecting an external diskette drive
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Connecting an external diskette drive 
Although your computer has an internal diskette drive, you 
can attach an external diskette drive to use diskettes with your 
computer. These drives hold 3.5-inch diskettes. 
Sample external USB diskette drive
To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the 
drive’s cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. 
For more information about diskettes, see “Using diskettes” 
on page 83.
Using an external keyboard
If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to 
your computer provided that the keyboard is USB-
compatible. 
To connect a keyboard, attach its cable to one of the 
computer’s USB ports. You can do this after you turn on the 
computer.
NOTE: The Fn emulation key is not supported when using a USB 
keyboard. 
						

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Connecting the AC adapter
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Connecting the AC adapter
The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an 
AC outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries. The AC 
power light on the computer glows when the device is 
plugged in.
Power cable and AC adapter
To connect AC power to the computer:
1Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.
Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter
2Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the 
computer.
Power cable
AC adapter