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... makes it unlawful for any changes necessary to file a complaint with the best service it is necessary. Also, you believe it can. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network...
... makes it unlawful for any changes necessary to file a complaint with the best service it is necessary. Also, you believe it can. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network...
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... 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Using the TouchPad 60 Scrolling with the TouchPad 61 Control buttons 61 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 61 Turning off the computer 63 Options for turning off the computer 63 Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands 66 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........68 Using and configuring Standby mode 70 Closing the display panel 71 Using external display devices...
... 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Using the TouchPad 60 Scrolling with the TouchPad 61 Control buttons 61 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 61 Turning off the computer 63 Options for turning off the computer 63 Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands 66 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........68 Using and configuring Standby mode 70 Closing the display panel 71 Using external display devices...
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... replace it. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Before you use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 44. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can be lost. You will become hot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting...
... replace it. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Before you use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in good condition. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 44. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can be lost. You will become hot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting...
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... side you may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the underside of computer Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the memory module. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to...
... side you may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the underside of computer Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the memory module. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to...
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... computer to work. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57...
... computer to work. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57...
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... memory (optional) 59 Front of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module...
... memory (optional) 59 Front of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module...
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... monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your operating system and devices. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the left side of device you need a larger screen. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices...
... monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your operating system and devices. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the left side of device you need a larger screen. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices...
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...-entered after the supervisor password is useful if more than one person uses the computer. A single user password supports the instant and power-on an optional USB mouse or trackball. To use an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. Use this feature when you can be set . This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. Secures your computer: ❖ An instant password - Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your open...
...-entered after the supervisor password is useful if more than one person uses the computer. A single user password supports the instant and power-on an optional USB mouse or trackball. To use an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. Use this feature when you can be set . This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. Secures your computer: ❖ An instant password - Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your open...
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... Toshiba Utilities Mouse utility Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. Hotkey utility The Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings. The Hotkey window appears. You can also click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. To activate: 1 From the TOSHIBA Assist screen, click Optimize, and then click the Hotkey Utility option. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option...
... Toshiba Utilities Mouse utility Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. Hotkey utility The Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings. The Hotkey window appears. You can also click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. To activate: 1 From the TOSHIBA Assist screen, click Optimize, and then click the Hotkey Utility option. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option...
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... the Startup menu to fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are running on battery power, it and press any of time. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message...
... the Startup menu to fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are running on battery power, it and press any of time. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message...
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... problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to activate the screen. If you through the display options. If no password is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor...
... problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to activate the screen. If you through the display options. If no password is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor...
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... to fix the problem yourself. If it cleaned. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check the Color Palette. 202 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If...
... to fix the problem yourself. If it cleaned. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check the Color Palette. 202 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If...
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...; ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to access the screen saver option. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. on page 242. Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to devices. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you switch between network configurations. 228 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. For more...
...; ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to access the screen saver option. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. on page 242. Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to devices. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you switch between network configurations. 228 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. For more...
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... disk for use with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. Formatting creates a structure on the keyboard. By default, the hard disk is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. The physical components of programs and data. Also called "system bus." Their function is running and have secondary hard disks that saves to add or remove devices from...
... disk for use with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. Formatting creates a structure on the keyboard. By default, the hard disk is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. The physical components of programs and data. Also called "system bus." Their function is running and have secondary hard disks that saves to add or remove devices from...
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... memory 52 adjusting recording quality 136 Alt keys 83 assign keys Fn-esse 148 audio .wav files 135 audio features 135 Auto-Run 99 B backing up files 81 battery changing 115 charge indicator light 48, 108 charge not lasting 185 charging 46, 49 conserving power 112 disposal 121 low charge 111 monitoring power 48, 108 not charging 184 power usage hot key 114 power usage mode 220 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power...
... memory 52 adjusting recording quality 136 Alt keys 83 assign keys Fn-esse 148 audio .wav files 135 audio features 135 Auto-Run 99 B backing up files 81 battery changing 115 charge indicator light 48, 108 charge not lasting 185 charging 46, 49 conserving power 112 disposal 121 low charge 111 monitoring power 48, 108 not charging 184 power usage hot key 114 power usage mode 220 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power...
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... control buttons 61 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 83 D desktop creating new icon 124 major features 124 desktop exploration 123 desktop icons 124 Device Manager 181 checking properties 182 disabling a device 182 devices keyboard 74 mouse 74 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 167 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 77 external, connecting 77 display...
... control buttons 61 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 83 D desktop creating new icon 124 major features 124 desktop exploration 123 desktop icons 124 Device Manager 181 checking properties 182 disabling a device 182 devices keyboard 74 mouse 74 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 167 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 77 external, connecting 77 display...
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268 Index troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 176, 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 130 expansion memory slot 55 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 74 external diskette drive connecting 77 external display, adjusting 74 F FAT...
268 Index troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 176, 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 130 expansion memory slot 55 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 74 external diskette drive connecting 77 external display, adjusting 74 F FAT...
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...removing 149 key assignment viewing existing 149 key assignments changing or removing existing 149 keyboard character keys 82 function keys 83 hot keys 225 not working 175 overlay keys 84 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 84 keyboard, external 74 keyboard, full-size 82 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 74 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 52 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 55 memory module inserting 56 installation 53 removing 59 microphone 136 modem determining COM port 127 problem solving 198 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 72 connecting...
...removing 149 key assignment viewing existing 149 key assignments changing or removing existing 149 keyboard character keys 82 function keys 83 hot keys 225 not working 175 overlay keys 84 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 84 keyboard, external 74 keyboard, full-size 82 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 74 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 52 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 55 memory module inserting 56 installation 53 removing 59 microphone 136 modem determining COM port 127 problem solving 198 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 72 connecting...
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... mouse installing 74 serial 74 N network accessing 129 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 129 networking wireless 129 O opening the display panel 50 other documentation 37 overlay keys 84 P password deleting a supervisor 155 disabling a user 153 supervisor set up 154 passwords instant, using 152 PC Card checklist 194 CIS (Card Information Structure) 194 computer stops working 195 configuring 140 errors 196 hot swapping fails 196 inserting 138, 140 modem default 127 not recognized 196 problem solving 193, 195 removing...
... mouse installing 74 serial 74 N network accessing 129 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 129 networking wireless 129 O opening the display panel 50 other documentation 37 overlay keys 84 P password deleting a supervisor 155 disabling a user 153 supervisor set up 154 passwords instant, using 152 PC Card checklist 194 CIS (Card Information Structure) 194 computer stops working 195 configuring 140 errors 196 hot swapping fails 196 inserting 138, 140 modem default 127 not recognized 196 problem solving 193, 195 removing...
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... 126 television adjusting display 74 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 registering computer 45 worldwide offices 215 TOSHIBA Button Controls 168 Toshiba Hardware Setup 160 Toshiba online resources 102 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 163 disable/enable 167 Toshiba utilities 145 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning on the computer 52 turning on the power 51 U user password, disabling 153 using a file extension 90 utilities Toshiba Power Saver Utility 156 V video projector adjusting display 74...
... 126 television adjusting display 74 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 registering computer 45 worldwide offices 215 TOSHIBA Button Controls 168 Toshiba Hardware Setup 160 Toshiba online resources 102 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 163 disable/enable 167 Toshiba utilities 145 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning on the computer 52 turning on the power 51 U user password, disabling 153 using a file extension 90 utilities Toshiba Power Saver Utility 156 V video projector adjusting display 74...