Toshiba p300-st3712 Reference Guide
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Learning the basics
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2
Insert the ExpressCard.
(Sample Illustration) Inserting an ExpressCard
3
Push the ExpressCard into the slot until it locks in place.
Removing an ExpressCard
®
1
Prepare the ExpressCard
®
for removal by clicking the Safely
Remove Hardware icon in the Notification Area and then
selecting the card or device you want to remove.
selecting the card or device you want to remove.
If the system is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a
message will tell you to try again later. If the card can be
removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware.
message will tell you to try again later. If the card can be
removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware.
2
Gently press the ExpressCard inward to release it.
The ExpressCard pops out slightly.
3
Grasp the ExpressCard and pull it straight out.
Learning the basics
Computing tips
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Save your work frequently.
Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until
you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down
and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your
battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose
all work since you last saved.
you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down
and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your
battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose
all work since you last saved.
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that can be
activated. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset
intervals. See your software documentation for details.
activated. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset
intervals. See your software documentation for details.
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Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a
regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in
a safe place.
regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in
a safe place.
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Scan all new files for viruses.
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Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates
a drive is active.
a drive is active.