Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 5
... harm to make any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at (949) 859-4273. Disconnection If you with the best service it is to provide you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your...
... harm to make any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at (949) 859-4273. Disconnection If you with the best service it is to provide you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 26
...Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 47 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 54 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 55 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 56 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 62 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 64 Control buttons 64 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 64 Using the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using Dual Mode 65 Using external display...
...Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 47 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 54 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 55 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 56 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 62 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 64 Control buttons 64 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 64 Using the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using Dual Mode 65 Using external display...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 54
... the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel...
... the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 58
... disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on the computer. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk 58 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using...
... disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on the computer. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk 58 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 67
... port to these buttons, you must first configure that button so that it is associated with a built-in the Properties for the type of the Dual Mode Pad are connecting. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the bottom of the Dual Mode Pad (buttons 4, 5, and 6 in display, but you wish. Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons at the same time. In order...
... port to these buttons, you must first configure that button so that it is associated with a built-in the Properties for the type of the Dual Mode Pad are connecting. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the bottom of the Dual Mode Pad (buttons 4, 5, and 6 in display, but you wish. Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons at the same time. In order...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 68
... display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you can choose to your computer, and then connect the other external video device) simultaneously The quickest way to change the display output settings is to the manual that came with display options. 4 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. Refer to use the internal display only, the external device...
... display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you can choose to your computer, and then connect the other external video device) simultaneously The quickest way to change the display output settings is to the manual that came with display options. 4 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. Refer to use the internal display only, the external device...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 176
... Windows® operating system is not working correctly. If you can easily detect if the operating system is the correct unit for your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
... Windows® operating system is not working correctly. If you can easily detect if the operating system is the correct unit for your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 180
... the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. For more information about Device Manager, refer to work. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory...
... the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. For more information about Device Manager, refer to work. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 182
... the Start menu. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is not remapping the keyboard. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Is the display power set to begin with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will need to stay current on . Keyboard problems If, when you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that shipped with ? Try using the hard disk...
... the Start menu. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is not remapping the keyboard. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Is the display power set to begin with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will need to stay current on . Keyboard problems If, when you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that shipped with ? Try using the hard disk...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 183
... you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to choose the screen resolution. Click Display settings to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. You can change the display settings by pressing...
... you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to choose the screen resolution. Click Display settings to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. You can change the display settings by pressing...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 188
... Card slot is available, try the card in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to be defective. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Contact the manufacturer of new cards. It occurs in that used to work . Resolving PC Card problems Here are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. Adjust the volume control...
... Card slot is available, try the card in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to be defective. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Contact the manufacturer of new cards. It occurs in that used to work . Resolving PC Card problems Here are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. Adjust the volume control...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 190
... an ExpressCards slot is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are having trouble getting one or more of new cards. If you are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard™ slips through quality control. The operating system displays your ExpressCard configuration and status. Check the ExpressCard status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click...
... an ExpressCards slot is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are having trouble getting one or more of new cards. If you are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard™ slips through quality control. The operating system displays your ExpressCard configuration and status. Check the ExpressCard status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 192
... installed the proper printer drivers as it will print. Turn the printer back on, make sure it . Run the printer's self-test to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that came with the printer itself. See if your original file. The printer will not print. Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer. Disable Sleep mode, turn...
... installed the proper printer drivers as it will print. Turn the printer back on, make sure it . Run the printer's self-test to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that came with the printer itself. See if your original file. The printer will not print. Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer. Disable Sleep mode, turn...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 231
... the light passing through it. Internet - See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. A group of computers or other devices dispersed over the electrodes permits only non-polarized light to pass to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident...
... the light passing through it. Internet - See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. A group of computers or other devices dispersed over the electrodes permits only non-polarized light to pass to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 237
... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 182 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 182 notification 111 power plan 214 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 button power 48, 58 start 124 C CD creating 102 playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 46 checking device...
... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 182 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 182 notification 111 power plan 214 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 button power 48, 58 start 124 C CD creating 102 playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 46 checking device...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 238
... files/trouble accessing a disk 186 running slow 186 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 187 cannot read a diskette 187 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 184 external monitor not working 185 screen is blank 184 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 120 double-click 66 DVD creating 102 DVD player general problems 197 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 186 running slow 186 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 187 cannot read a diskette 187 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 184 external monitor not working 185 screen is blank 184 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 120 double-click 66 DVD creating 102 DVD player general problems 197 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 239
...; operating system 179 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 218 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 keyboard overlays 222 password security 213 power plan 214 Sleep mode 215 volume mute 212 zooming 222 Hot Key Cards 207 hot key power plan 114 http 130 I i.LINK port 139 icon 123 desktop 123 Internet Explorer® 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 37 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules 49 mouse 72 instant passwords, using...
...; operating system 179 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 218 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 keyboard overlays 222 password security 213 power plan 214 Sleep mode 215 volume mute 212 zooming 222 Hot Key Cards 207 hot key power plan 114 http 130 I i.LINK port 139 icon 123 desktop 123 Internet Explorer® 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 37 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules 49 mouse 72 instant passwords, using...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 240
... keys 90 special Windows® keys 89 troubleshooting 183 using 88 keyboard, external 71 keyboard, full-size 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 181 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 132 modem connecting to telephone line 126 determining COM port 125 problem solving 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 184 mouse installing 72 serial 72 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless...
... keys 90 special Windows® keys 89 troubleshooting 183 using 88 keyboard, external 71 keyboard, full-size 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 181 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 132 modem connecting to telephone line 126 determining COM port 125 problem solving 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 184 mouse installing 72 serial 72 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 241
... files 187 Device Manager 180 disk drive is slow 186 display is blank 184 external display not working 185 external monitor 184 faulty memory 181 hardware conflict 179 high-pitched noise 189 Internet bookmarked site not found 178 Internet connection is slow 178 keyboard not responding 175 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 186 modem not receiving or transmitting 193, 194 no sound 188 non-system disk or disk error 176 PC Card 189, 191...
... files 187 Device Manager 180 disk drive is slow 186 display is blank 184 external display not working 185 external monitor 184 faulty memory 181 hardware conflict 179 high-pitched noise 189 Internet bookmarked site not found 178 Internet connection is slow 178 keyboard not responding 175 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 186 modem not receiving or transmitting 193, 194 no sound 188 non-system disk or disk error 176 PC Card 189, 191...
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite A215
Page 242
... TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 153 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 187 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 95 V video projector adjusting display 71 W warranty limited warranty 38 Web 130 Web Cam 133 Web sites 204 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 129 Windows Media...
... TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 153 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 187 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 95 V video projector adjusting display 71 W warranty limited warranty 38 Web 130 Web Cam 133 Web sites 204 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 129 Windows Media...