Toshiba Satellite 2430 2435 Manual

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Using the computer for the first time
Opening the display panel
Press the display latch and lift the display panel.
Opening the display panel
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, don’t force it 
beyond the point where it moves easily.
Never lift or move the computer using the display panel.
Turning on the power
1Check that any drives on the computer are empty.
2Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the 
power button located on the top of the keyboard. For an 
illustration to help you locate this button, see “Front with 
the display open” on page 34.
NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time, don’t turn 
off the power again until the operating system has loaded 
completely.
SlideLift
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The AC power indicator glows when the computer is 
connected to an external power source. 
The battery light:
❖Glows amber while the battery is being charged.
❖Glows green when the battery is fully charged.
❖Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an 
external power source. For information on 
determining battery power, see “Monitoring battery 
power” on page 101.
The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the 
hard disk drive is currently in use. 
The disc/disk activity indicator flashes while the Modular 
Bay is being accessed. 
CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.
Using the TouchPad™
The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in 
front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to 
move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move 
your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you’d like to 
move the cursor: 
❖To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your 
finger forward on the TouchPad.
❖To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your 
finger toward yourself.
❖To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide 
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❖To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to 
left.
NOTE: Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display 
screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having 
to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the 
preferred direction.
Once you’ve positioned your cursor, you can either click it 
into place by double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the 
control buttons. For more on the TouchPad, see “Lesson 2: 
Using the TouchPad and control buttons together” on 
page 115.
Control buttons
When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move 
the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary 
(left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button 
twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually 
corresponds to the left mouse button.
The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on 
the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right 
mouse button. Check your program’s documentation to find 
whether it uses the right mouse button.
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
The TouchPad is enabled by default. To change the enable/
disable TouchPad setting:
1Click Start, Control Panel.
The Control Panel window appears.
2Click Printers and Other Hardware.
3Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys.
The Mouse Properties window appears. 
						

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4Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab.
The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears.
5Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate.
6Click Apply.
7Click OK.
The Mouse Properties window closes.
8Close the Printers and Other Hardware window.
9Close the Control Panel window.
NOTE: The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to enable or disable the 
TouchPad (see “Hot Keys” on page 215).
Installing additional memory (optional)
CAUTION: Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off 
the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a 
memory module while the computer is in Stand by or Hibernation 
mode, data will be lost. 
A memory module must be installed in slot A. Do not try to oper-
ate the computer with a memory module in slot B only.
If you install a memory module that is incompatible with the 
computer, a beep will sound when you turn on the computer. If the 
module is installed in slot A, there will be a long beep followed by 
a short beep. If the module is in slot B, there will be a long beep 
followed by two short beeps. In this case, turn off the computer 
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Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of 
today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the 
computer’s memory if you use complex software or process 
large amounts of data.
Additional memory comes in  various capacities (visit 
Toshiba’s website at  toshiba.com for more information). 
There are two memory slots. Your system may have both 
slots occupied.
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.
You need a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver to install a 
memory module.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a 
standard Phillips no. 1 screwdri ver that is in good condition.
If you are adding memory after you have started to use the 
computer, begin at step 1,  otherwise skip to step 2. 
1 Turn off the computer via the Start menu.
See  “Using Turn Off or Shut down” on page 88 .
The operating system turns off the computer. 
2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the 
computer. 
3 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside 
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Base of a Satellite 2430/2435 computer
4Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the 
two screws that secure the expansion memory slot cover, 
then remove the memory slot cover. 
Removing the memory slot cover
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5Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you 
can retrieve them later.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. 
Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to 
discharge any static electricity you may have built up.
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its 
gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).
6The memory enclosure shares its space with an optional 
Wi-Fi Mini PCI module. If there is no Wi-Fi module 
installed, proceed to step 7. Otherwise:
Release the white antenna wire from the Main connector 
on the module. Then remove the black antenna wire from 
the Aux connector.
Removing the antenna wires
Unclip one of the sides securing the Wi-Fi module and 
gently remove it from the connector.
Remove the Wi-Fi module from the compartment to gain 
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The following figure shows the inside of the memory 
compartment.
Viewing the inside of the memory compartment
7Remove the memory module from its antistatic 
packaging.
8Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold 
connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the 
socket. 
9Gently put the memory module connector down at an 
angle and press down until the clips snap into place.
Do not force the module into position. The memory 
module should be level when secured in place.
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 
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10If you removed the Wi-Fi module, reinstall it by reversing 
the steps in step 6 and referring to the following figures.
Replacing the Optional Wi-Fi Module and reconnecting the 
antenna wires
11Replace the expansion memory slot cover.
12Replace the screws and tighten them.
13Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you 
removed.
14Turn on the computer.
To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the 
memory, click Start, Control Panel and click 
Performance and Maintenance. Click System to view 
the recognized memory.
15If the computer does not recognize the memory, shut 
down the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and 
make sure the memory module is seated properly, as 
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Removing a memory module
1Follow steps 1 through 6 in “Installing additional 
memory (optional)” on page 54.
2Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory 
module pops up.
Removing the memory module
3Gently pull the memory module diagonally to pull it out 
of the slot. 
4Complete the procedure by following steps 10 through 12 
in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 54.
Connecting a mouse
You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the 
computer’s built-in pointing device. 
To connect a USB mouse, plug the mouse cable into one of 
the USB ports.