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... fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of 1991 makes it is not practical, the telephone company will notify you in advance that you believe it unlawful for any other number for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If Problems Arise If this computer. Fax...
... fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of 1991 makes it is not practical, the telephone company will notify you in advance that you believe it unlawful for any other number for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If Problems Arise If this computer. Fax...
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... a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting...
... a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting...
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... follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. You can be installed in slot A. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in good condition.
... follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. You can be installed in slot A. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in good condition.
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... down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the next time you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. If you turn it correctly as described...
... down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the next time you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. If you turn it correctly as described...
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... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to work. NOTE From time to continue." If the computer does not recognize 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 51), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM...
... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to work. NOTE From time to continue." If the computer does not recognize 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 51), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM...
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... HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to your computer if you desire and click Apply. 5 Click OK. The system display default is set at the same time. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of system HDMI Out port* *Available on the external device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen...
... HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to your computer if you desire and click Apply. 5 Click OK. The system display default is set at the same time. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of system HDMI Out port* *Available on the external device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen...
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Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer. For more detailed HDMI-CEC information, visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. The quickest way to change the display output settings is selected using HDMI-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is a standard in the CE Industry...
Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer. For more detailed HDMI-CEC information, visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. The quickest way to change the display output settings is selected using HDMI-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is a standard in the CE Industry...
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... a USB port that function. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Enabled in Sleep Mode. For normal use of the options that you change the settings the "USB Wakeup function" will not work for example when carrying the computer in Enabled. NOTE "USB Wakeup function" will not be supplied if the computer is in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work . Any options that appear in Hibernation Mode or shutdown state. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the...
... a USB port that function. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Enabled in Sleep Mode. For normal use of the options that you change the settings the "USB Wakeup function" will not work for example when carrying the computer in Enabled. NOTE "USB Wakeup function" will not be supplied if the computer is in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work . Any options that appear in Hibernation Mode or shutdown state. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the...
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... system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that is rated for less current (amperage) than that the AC adaptor is the correct unit for each device. 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. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system...
... system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that is rated for less current (amperage) than that the AC adaptor is the correct unit for each device. 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. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system...
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... Lock button in slot A. Slot B is not caused by the device. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is the top slot. 172 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. NOTE For this model Slot A is to be installed...
... Lock button in slot A. Slot B is not caused by the device. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is the top slot. 172 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. NOTE For this model Slot A is to be installed...
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... incompatible with ? To purchase a new battery pack, see "Power Plans" on page 112). Try using the hard disk more keyboard error messages. Is the display power set to any of the Start menu. This is on page 106. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is normal for your software using a different make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the...
... incompatible with ? To purchase a new battery pack, see "Power Plans" on page 112). Try using the hard disk more keyboard error messages. Is the display power set to any of the Start menu. This is on page 106. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is normal for your software using a different make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the...
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... a hardware conflict 175 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set...
... a hardware conflict 175 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set...
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... Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 183 Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. Connect a telephone handset to the line to change these settings. Try making a test...
... Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 183 Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. Connect a telephone handset to the line to change these settings. Try making a test...
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... access point vendor's Web site for most wireless routers). 1 Click Start to a network. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. If it is not enabled, the Windows® operating system adds the device to its list of your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the wireless part of available wireless networks, but does not create a wireless connection using the device, since the connection would not be displayed...
... access point vendor's Web site for most wireless routers). 1 Click Start to a network. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. If it is not enabled, the Windows® operating system adds the device to its list of your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the wireless part of available wireless networks, but does not create a wireless connection using the device, since the connection would not be displayed...
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... using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of pixels is returned to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A group of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. A 3.5-inch diskette that enables any device to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . hot key...
... using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of pixels is returned to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A group of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. A 3.5-inch diskette that enables any device to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . hot key...
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... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
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... battery power 104 setting up 42, 52 warning resume failure message 166 computer lock 84 computing tips 85 connecting 69 connecting to a power source 45 connection set up 125 control buttons 67 Ctrl keys 88 D desktop creating new icon 122 major features 122 desktop exploration 121 desktop icons 122 Device Manager 171 checking properties 171 devices keyboard 71 mouse 71 Disk Defragmenter 177 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk...
... battery power 104 setting up 42, 52 warning resume failure message 166 computer lock 84 computing tips 85 connecting 69 connecting to a power source 45 connection set up 125 control buttons 67 Ctrl keys 88 D desktop creating new icon 122 major features 122 desktop exploration 121 desktop icons 122 Device Manager 171 checking properties 171 devices keyboard 71 mouse 71 Disk Defragmenter 177 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk...
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... Support Windows® operating system 170 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (display resolution) 206 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK port 134 icon 122 desktop 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 installation memory module 51 installing memory modules...
... Support Windows® operating system 170 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (display resolution) 206 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK port 134 icon 122 desktop 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 installation memory module 51 installing memory modules...
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... battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 95 optical media creating...
... battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 95 optical media creating...
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... files 178 Device Manager 171 disk drive is slow 177 display is blank 175 ExpressCard® 180 checklist 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection is slow 169 keyboard not responding 166 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177...
... files 178 Device Manager 171 disk drive is slow 177 display is blank 175 ExpressCard® 180 checklist 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection is slow 169 keyboard not responding 166 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177...