Portege M200 Upgraded from 1GB to 3GB memory - pc won't start

Hi,
I bought a Toshiba M200 with 1GB memory. I had a problem with slow and freezing applications so I decided to add 2GB more of RAM.
The vendor where I bought my laptop told me that it's max capacity is upto 4GB. I just would like to ask if that's true?
Another is, what could be the reason why it won't start up if it can be upgraded to upto 4GB? Would I need a BIOS update or is it the RAM I bought which has compatibility issue.
Another point though, the 2GB that I bought works perfect when inserted but when it is inserted together with the 1GB RAM, that's the time when my laptop won't start up.
Both are KVR667D2S5 Kingston. Don't know if that would help.
Thanks in advance!

Thanks. I can't find the specs for PSMC0L-02100C in google so I can't determine the Max RAM capacity.
You should try contacting Toshiba Singapore for the max amount of RAM that model can handle - it may only be 2GB max.
Sometimes 3GB can work in a 2GB-max laptop (when the 2GB module is in slot 1), but it may be unstable or cause problems.

Similar Messages

We have had Verizon Wireless service since 2007. We have 6 lines on our account. Unfortunately in 2012 when I (903.647.0073) upgraded from the iPhone4s to the iPhone 5 I started having reception problems. I started having dropped calls in my home. I had t

We have had Verizon Wireless service since 2007. We have 6 lines on our account. Unfortunately in 2012 when I (903.647.0073) upgraded from the iPhone4s to the iPhone 5 I started having reception problems. I started having dropped calls in my home. I had to go outside to get reception without dropped calls. I was told that because of metal in my home I would have to purchase a Network Extender for $250. And we HAVE not metal in our home. AND our other lines all work fine. I felt this was ridiculous. We already pay $350+/month for service and I should NOT have to purchase additional equipment for a service that I already pay for. The manager of our local store at the time gave us at no cost a Samsung Network Extender. It worked beautifully until about a month ago. I went to our local Verizon store and was told that I would have to purchase an extender. THIS is RIDICULOUS. We have been loyal customers for over 7 years and have been very satisfied with our service. Unless this issue can be resolved without purchasing an extender we will be switching our service as our lines come up for renewal. I regret this as we have been very happy with our service. But we should NOT have to purchase anything extra for one line that will not get good reception. Again, we pay $350+/ month for a service that does not work properly, simply RIDICULOUS! Currently the "sys" light flashes red (slow) and the GPS light remains red. Please help this very frustrated customer.

Regardless with what carrier your with you might have the same issue, My recommendation would be to get a router that will help you with viewing live traffic and keep a tally of your usage and any device connected to your internet connection. You can go with the peplink balance 20 and be able to look at your traffic by the hour, daily, weekly, monthly or yearly. Look for trends, see what computers or devices are doing what I attached a screen shot so you can see an example of mine. You can purchase the router at 3gstore
http://i45.tinypic.com/6zc674.jpg

I just upgraded to yosomite now my desk top won't start

i just upgraded to yosomite now my desk top won't start .

What does happen? Do you get the Apple logo? Do you get a spinning gear below the Apple logo? Does a loading bar appear? Is the screen blue or grey?

Portege M200: Booting from SD to external hard drive

"M200 Recovery using Floppy or SD Card
Posted: 15-Aug-2005 10:36
I am posting this in the hope it will help others seeking to use the recovery CD/DVD but without a bootable CD drive. I would like to acknowledge the Toshiba forum of TabletPCBuzz.com
http://tabletpcbuzz.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=12414
for the inspiration of how it was done.
1. You will need a floppy drive or an SD card plus any type of CD drive. If your M200 is not working properly you will also need access to another computer to prepare the floppy disk.
2. You will need to download some software: IsoBuster
http://www.isobuster.com/
and WinImage
http://www.winimage.com/
or similar programs.
3. Put the Recovery CD into any computer and run IsoBuster. Click on Bootable CD on the left and then on the right you should see an .img file of size 1.41MB on the right. On my CD it's called Arnes Boot Record.img. Right click on it and extract the file. Close IsoBuster
4. Open WinImage and then File/Open this .img file. This will be your boot floppy with all the CD drivers you need. In Disk, ensure Use Floppy A: is ticked then Disk/Write Disk. Close WinImage
5. Connect floppy and CD drives to your M200, and boot up from the floppy. It will take some time to find the CD but it will and you will eventually get the recovery screen.
That's it! If don't have a floppy drive but have an SD card and a working M200 then Toshiba's SD card program will put the .img file onto the SD card and you can then boot from there.
There is a good chance this method will work for other Toshiba notebooks but I can't check this"
(author stephem)
This works!
What i would like to know is, is it possible to somehow boot of the SD and instead of the CD drive it finds my external ide to USB hard drive and boots off of the windows on that?
Thanks.

Hi there
I hope after long time you will end your problem. The compatible ODDs for your Portege M200 are:
1) Toshiba, PA3352E-SCD2, USB2.0 CD-RW/DVD-Rom Drive
2) Toshiba, PA3402E-1DV2, Rev.501, USB2.0 DVD Super Multi Drive,
3) Toshiba, PX1055E-1NST, (Freecom drive), with a PC Card (16bit), Cable II, PCMCIA,
4) Toshiba, PX1055E-1NST, (Freecom drive), with a CardBus, Cable II, CARD BUS
When you install recovery image be sure that external device has enough power supply. I recommend you to use AC power supply adapter for external ODD (if available).
I have also found info you can use:
a) Toshiba, PA3352E-SCD2, USB2.0 CD-RW/DVD-Rom Drive
b) Toshiba, PA3402E-1DV2, USB2.0 DVD Super Multi Drive
I hope you will find out which one is the best for you.
Good luck!

N100 SODIMM upgrade from 1GB to 2GB ... not working as expected, help please

I have recently bought some RAM modules for my N100 3000 series laptop which was originally bought around 1.5 years ago. The original modules that came with the laptop were 512MB x2. I am upgrading to 1GB x2 modules.
I ordered them from Ebuyer.com and they were Kingston modules, who declare on their website and on the packaging that the modules are compatible with the laptop. After installation and attempting various configurations, the overall outcome is that slot A accepts new RAM (both modules work in this slot), slot B doesn't accept new RAM (but does accept the original RAM), and all RAM modules work without errors.
Would you know what either I am doing wrong when installing the new RAM, or if there is a configuration setup I need to do to be able to install the new RAM in the BIOS?
Thank you in advance for any advice given.

Now you're talking about the internal bits that make Excel
behave the way it does. There is an entire section in MSDN (
http://msdn.microsoft.com)
devoted to Office XML, which is what you'd have to use to serve up
a fully-functioning XLS file.
You can find an example on this site. The Google Groups
address is
http://groups.google.com/group/macromedia.coldfusion.advanced_techniques/browse_thread/thr ead/71abd01da20e186a/f192971168deae79?lnk=st&q=CFCONTENT+Excel+cell+format&rnum=2&hl=en#f1 92971168deae79
Have fun!

Upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7 won't sync to 5G iPod Nano

I recently had my PC upgraded from Windows XP to Windows 7. Prior to the upgrade, all my Apple devices interfaced well with iTunes (11.0). After the upgrade occured, I reinstalled iTunes (11.0.1.12), imported my iTunes library file and synchronized with all my devices. All of them synced (iPhone 4 (work), iPhone 5 (personal), iPad 2), except my 5G iPod Nano. It causes iTunes to freeze as soon as it is recognized. Becuase it freezes immediately, I am unable to restore the iPod or change to mamage my music manually. The OS upgrade took place about 6 weeks ago and I would like to resync my iPod and change out some of my music. Any help would be appreciated.

Hi:
Below is the link to the support and driver page for your printer series.
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/DriverDownload.jsp?prodNameId=441146&lang=en&cc=us&...
Please select the version of W7 you upgraded to and download and install the full feature driver and software package.
Paul

Upgraded to Yosemite and now my laptop won't start HELP!!!

Last night I upgraded my Mac BookPro with yosemite and don't know if I did the right thing, my laptop won't startup, where the apple logo appears, after like 10-20sec, it appear a Decline logo and won't start, WHAT CAN I DO? Is there a way back? I had it for like 5 minutes and my computer was really slow and Microsoft Office, iMessages didn't open. I had to restart my computer and then I got stuck with the Decline LOGO!

Troubleshooting Apple Mail
Troubleshooting sending email messages

Running Windows Vista, upgraded to Firefox 4.0 and it won't start.

Firefox 3.6 ran with no problem. Upgraded to 4.0 and it won't start. Uninstalled Firefox and re-installed 4.0 Still won't start. Doesn't appear in task manager, either, when I try to run it.
Help! I'm using IE this afternoon!!!

That is a Flash site, so make sure that you have the Flash player installed and that Flash is working properly.<br />
Also make sure that you do not block JavaScript.
Start Firefox in <u>[[Safe Mode]]</u> to check if one of the extensions or if hardware acceleration is causing the problem (switch to the DEFAULT theme: Firefox (Tools) > Add-ons > Appearance/Themes).
*Don't make any changes on the Safe mode start window.
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Safe+Mode

Do I need matching RAM in each slot when upgrading from 2GB to 3GB?

Hi there,
I am looking to upgrade my RAM (see my computer specs below). My MBP has 2x1GB sticks installed. The limit on my machine is 3GB so I only need to replace one of the slots with a 2GB stick. However I've heard that it's recommended to get all the RAM from the same supplier - is that right? Meaning am I better off buying a 3GB kit? I was thinking of purchasing OWC or Crucial brand. Any other recommendations between the two brands?
Here are my specs:
Model Name: MacBook Pro 15"
Model Identifier: MacBookPro2,2
Processor Name: Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor Speed: 2.33 GHz
Number Of Processors: 1
Total Number Of Cores: 2
L2 Cache: 4 MB
Memory: 2 GB
Bus Speed: 667 MHz
Boot ROM Version: MBP22.00A5.B07
Thank you in advance!
Supriya

Note that you can install 2 x 2 GB sticks. That will give you the (marginal) benefit of a matched pair. Your machine will report in About this Mac that you have 4 GB installed - in fact, your system will only use ~3.2 GB of the RAM (a little more than the 3 GB 'stated' max, but not the full amount installed).
Several months ago, this clearly wasn't worth it - but the price of a pair of 2 GB sticks has come down sufficiently that you may consider that option.

Upgrading from 1GB to 1.5 GB

I have a powerbook 1.67Ghz G4 with 2-512MB Ram chips, I was wondering if there would be a noticable increase in speed if I upgrade to 1.5GB of ram, 1-1GB and 1-512MB chips.
Running photoshop and aperature have been a bit slow lately.
thanks

You may want to check your system to see if more memory will help. Pull up the activity monitor (in applications/utilities on your hard drive). Look at the system memory tab, and specifically at page ins and outs. If outs are 10% or more of page ins, you can use more memory. If it's 50% to 100% of page ins, you can use alot more. A page out is when the system has to write current memory to disk, to make room for something else, and really impacts performance. The page ins/outs reset when you reboot, so don't worry about the magnitude of the numbers, just the relationship.

Upgrade from 2GB to 3GB for under $385?

Finding 2GB SO-DIMM packages to upgrade my C2D MBP seems to be a costly endeavor. The Crucial RAM costs $350 ($385 with tax). I found some less expensive modules at various online stores, but none were in stock. Can any recommend a less pricey part from a reputable reseller?

I just did my Crucial RAM upgrade today, $399 CDN (US$325) minus $140 CDN for the trade-in. I paid $140 for the RAM when I bought the macBook from him so I got 100% back on what I paid. RAM is certainly reusable. I have doubts about RAM for $100 under market prices. Maybe that price is net of the rebate at OWC? Crucial in the US is not selling 2GB for $450 either.

Upgrading from 1GB ram to 1.5GB ram in iBook 14" G4

I have heard many stories about problems with putting the maximum of 1.5 GB ram in the 1.42Ghz 14" iBook.
My ibook is brand new, i got it early January.
I was wondering if the more experience Mac users (preferably ones who own 14inch G4s) would recommend doing this. Or if i should just stick to my 1 GB ram for safe measures.
thank you

You can check to see if you need more RAM. Restart your computer then open the Activity Monitor in your /Applications/Utilities folder. Click on the "System Memory" tab and check your page outs. After a restart, they should be set to zero. Check a couple of times a day during regular use of your computer. When your iBook starts to use your hard drive as "virtual memory", because you've run out of physical memory (RAM), you will see a page out. If you do not begin to accumulate page outs over time, then you don't need any more RAM. If you only accumulate ten or so, adding more RAM won't really make any noticeable difference. If, however, over time you're accumulating thousands of page outs, then you might consider adding more RAM. You may notice that only one application causes your iBook to page out. You could then make an informed decision about whether or not it's worth it for you to spend the money to add RAM to improve your experience with that one program.
-Doug

Upgrading from CS to CS4 on Mac; won't take serial?

I've purchased and downloaded the CS4 upgrade and can launch it in Trial Mode, but when it searches for a "qualifying version" to upgrade, it won't take my serial number for the CS I am currently running. I guess it would be CS1 (v. 8.0).
Also: I downloaded the CS4 upgrade, but in Trial Mode it's called CS4 Extended. Same thing?
Thanks, from an admitted novice.

First let's make sure what we're talking about.
You mention CS being version 8. You're apparently talking about Photoshop, not one of the suites.
I would suggest posting in the Photoshop forum and if that doesn't help, call Adobe. Install issues are handled free of charge.
Bob

Upgrading from Coldfusion 8 to 10, Flex won't work

Coldfusion 10
Flex 3
Existing Flash Application works with Coldfusion 8
Flex Integration is turned on.
Running latest update 12
Linux Machine
When I bring up the application I get the following error:
mx.messaging.channels::AMFChannel)#3
          initialDestinationId = (null)
          messageAgents = (Array)#8
            [0] (mx.rpc::AsyncRequest)#9
              authenticated = false
              autoConnect = true
              channelSet = (mx.messaging::ChannelSet)#5
              clientId = (null)
              connected = false
              defaultHeaders = (null)
              destination = "ColdFusion"
              id = "2E20487A-B02C-CB91-E9B5-78116236D96C"
              reconnectAttempts = 0
              reconnectInterval = 0
              requestTimeout = -1
              subtopic = ""
      connected = false
      connectTimeout = -1
      enableSmallMessages = true
      endpoint = "http://192.168.0.17/flex2gateway/"
      failoverURIs = (Array)#10
      id = "my-cfamf"
      mpiEnabled = false
      netConnection = (flash.net::NetConnection)#11
        client = (mx.messaging.channels::AMFChannel)#3
        connected = false
        objectEncoding = 3
        proxyType = "none"
        uri = "http://192.168.0.17/flex2gateway/"
      piggybackingEnabled = false
      polling = false
      pollingEnabled = false
      pollingInterval = 3000
      protocol = "http"
      reconnecting = false
      recordMessageSizes = false
      recordMessageTimes = false
      requestTimeout = -1
      uri =
etc...
I have done the following:
http://192.168.0.17/flashservices/gateway ---> Page Not found
http://192.168.0.17/flashservices/gateway/ ---> Page Not found
http://forums.adobe.com/message/5621721#5621721
Brian

Hi, I get the same issue with flex, you only need edit the "mod_jk.so" file.
here is a link with the solution
http://confusionblog.com/2013/04/apache-debian-coldfusion-10-flex2gateway-404/

After auto-upgrade Firefox cannot open my profile and won't start.

I am running Firefox in a corporate environment. OS is Windows 7. Whenever an auto-upgrade is pushed out by Firefox, I get a message telling me that "firefox profile cannot be loaded it may be missing or inaccessible". Indeed, the latter is the case. My profile is no longer accessible to me. I am no longer its owner, according to Windows. Looking at the directory C:\Users\{my userid}\AppData\Roaming\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\5a5finmq.default, I see that it's owner displays as "Unable to display current owner." and I am frozen out of Firefox. Examining this folder in Windows Explorer I cannot read, write, delete or do anything with what was once my profile.
Please don't tell me how to recreate my profile. This is a BUG and it needs to be fixed. I have a copy of an old profile and I am able to access it and transfer it into my profile directory and get up and running. BUT I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO DO THIS EVERY TIME FIREFOX DECIDES TO UPGRADE ITSELF. Why is Firefox mangling the ownership of my profile and when will this bug be fixed. I have a lot of important information in my profile and it's a pain to recreate this from scratch every time this happens.

HI stevecoh1,
I am sorry to hear that the auto update to Firefox on your NTFS file system/corporate environment did not preserve the user profile. I recommend using firefox sync and using a device you have admin rights to preserve the user profile.
If you have access to a previous version of the profile it can be added to the profile folder that is missing in the update. Please reference these steps to restore the old profile.
[http://kb.mozillazine.org/Recovering_a_missing_profile]
[[Back up and restore information in Firefox profiles]]
[[Fix "The bookmarks and history system will not be functional" error message]]
I am hoping that the sqllite file is not locked on the user directory, though this will vary on the policy of the AD of your corporate environment. [https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=551436] If the file is locked and this is consistent this bug does need confirming.
I hope this helps, please post back let us know if it did or did not, we are happy to help.

Portege M200 Upgraded from 1GB to 3GB memory - pc won't start

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for