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...make changes in advance that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will be necessary for repair or warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If trouble... to make any other number for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre ...
...make changes in advance that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will be necessary for repair or warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If trouble... to make any other number for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre ...
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27 Contents Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 Activating the power-on password 54 Using the TouchPad 55 Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 58 Setting up a printer 62 Installing additional memory (optional 65 Removing a memory module 72 Connecting a mouse 75 Connecting a printer 75 Connecting a USB printer 75 Connecting a parallel printer 75 Using external display devices 76 Connecting an external monitor 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 76...
27 Contents Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 Activating the power-on password 54 Using the TouchPad 55 Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 58 Setting up a printer 62 Installing additional memory (optional 65 Removing a memory module 72 Connecting a mouse 75 Connecting a printer 75 Connecting a USB printer 75 Connecting a parallel printer 75 Using external display devices 76 Connecting an external monitor 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 76...
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33 Contents Display problems 215 Disk drive problems 217 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 219 Sound system problems 221 PC Card problems 222 Printer problems 225 Modem problems 226 Develop good computing habits 227 If you need further assistance 228 Before you call 228 Contacting Toshiba 229 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 230 Toshiba's worldwide offices 230 Appendix A: Hot Keys 233 Volume Mute 233 Instant password security 233 Without a password 234 With a password 234 Maintaining security...
33 Contents Display problems 215 Disk drive problems 217 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 219 Sound system problems 221 PC Card problems 222 Printer problems 225 Modem problems 226 Develop good computing habits 227 If you need further assistance 228 Before you call 228 Contacting Toshiba 229 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 230 Toshiba's worldwide offices 230 Appendix A: Hot Keys 233 Volume Mute 233 Instant password security 233 Without a password 234 With a password 234 Maintaining security...
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... time The Option button allows you can choose in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. If you plan to set /clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in the Corner Assignment section of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window. You install the printer driver either by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. 62 Getting Started Using the computer for connecting a printer to...
... time The Option button allows you can choose in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. If you plan to set /clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in the Corner Assignment section of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window. You install the printer driver either by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. 62 Getting Started Using the computer for connecting a printer to...
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... to help you are two memory slots. In this case, turn on -screen instructions. Your computer comes with a memory module in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. There are using the Start menu. Do not try to operate the computer with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer and remove the incompatible module. Your system may want to...
... to help you are two memory slots. In this case, turn on -screen instructions. Your computer comes with a memory module in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. There are using the Start menu. Do not try to operate the computer with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer and remove the incompatible module. Your system may want to...
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... connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive's cable to one of the computer's USB ports. To display the 640 x 480 resolution, you to boot your computer. 78 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive ❖ If you use diskettes with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the Display area (resolution) set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600, the image on the internal display panel may need to click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window...
... connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive's cable to one of the computer's USB ports. To display the 640 x 480 resolution, you to boot your computer. 78 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive ❖ If you use diskettes with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the Display area (resolution) set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600, the image on the internal display panel may need to click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window...
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... the keyboard. the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons run programmed functions when you press them. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 85 Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are using. Function keys The function keys...
... the keyboard. the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons run programmed functions when you press them. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 85 Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are using. Function keys The function keys...
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... play. Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is currently playing. Digital audio mode The media player starts and the digital audio files begin to play. If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will need to log on . 94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that is on...
... play. Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is currently playing. Digital audio mode The media player starts and the digital audio files begin to play. If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will need to log on . 94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that is on...
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... Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Inserting PC Cards Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. You may also hot swap a PC Card (see "Hot swapping" on ) possible. 184 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Check the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is on page 186). 2 Align the card connectors with the PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into place. a set up...
... Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Inserting PC Cards Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. You may also hot swap a PC Card (see "Hot swapping" on ) possible. 184 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Check the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is on page 186). 2 Align the card connectors with the PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into place. a set up...
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Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the system in the Startup menu. To do...
Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the system in the Startup menu. To do...
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... as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to turn off , make sure the software you added a device, such as it . For more ? Is your computer. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using the Power Management utility. Check the power options using is on...
... as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to turn off , make sure the software you added a device, such as it . For more ? Is your computer. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using the Power Management utility. Check the power options using is on...
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To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. F11 Fn + off . 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off . This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 86. F12 Fn + off.
To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. F11 Fn + off . 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off . This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 86. F12 Fn + off.
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... connection to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is detected, an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen at the relevant location. For more information on the taskbar, and then click Options. For wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor displays the connection configuration and the status of the problem...
... connection to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is detected, an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen at the relevant location. For more information on the taskbar, and then click Options. For wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor displays the connection configuration and the status of the problem...
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Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes. Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network.
Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes. Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network.
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... automatically recognize the change. interlaced - A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the TouchPad. Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. Compare noninterlaced. The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that enables any other services. Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. L2...
... automatically recognize the change. interlaced - A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the TouchPad. Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. Compare noninterlaced. The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that enables any other services. Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. L2...
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... to work with the device. Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that , when followed by a device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself to as well as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. program - For example, the properties of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. Volatile memory that can be executed by the computer's CPU. This type of notebook...
... to work with the device. Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that , when followed by a device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself to as well as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. program - For example, the properties of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. Volatile memory that can be executed by the computer's CPU. This type of notebook...
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... change/remove key assignments 193 drag-and-drop 191 keyboard 190 starting 190 using keyboard 192 viewing key assignments 193 folders 136 displaying information 169 function keys 85 H hard disk drive light 54 hardware conflicts 207 resolving 209 Help 159 Windows XP 206 Hibernate restarting 112 using 109 Hibernation 104 Hibernation mode 80 methods 109 hiding windows 144 hot key disable/enable TouchPad 240 display modes 239 display output settings 76 display settings 181 instant password 233 power usage mode 236 Stand by mode 237 volume...
... change/remove key assignments 193 drag-and-drop 191 keyboard 190 starting 190 using keyboard 192 viewing key assignments 193 folders 136 displaying information 169 function keys 85 H hard disk drive light 54 hardware conflicts 207 resolving 209 Help 159 Windows XP 206 Hibernate restarting 112 using 109 Hibernation 104 Hibernation mode 80 methods 109 hiding windows 144 hot key disable/enable TouchPad 240 display modes 239 display output settings 76 display settings 181 instant password 233 power usage mode 236 Stand by mode 237 volume...
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... keys 86 L lights AC power 49, 53 battery 53, 121 hard disk drive 54 M main battery changing 125 removing 125 memory accessing modules 67 accessing slots 67 checking total 74 problem solving 212 removing 72, 73 verifying 74 Microsoft Internet Explorer 101 Microsoft Support Online Web site 207 Microsoft Windows XP 132 minimizing 145 modem determining COM port 171 port 101 problem solving 226 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 101 monitor connecting 76, 170 not working 215 mouse connecting...
... keys 86 L lights AC power 49, 53 battery 53, 121 hard disk drive 54 M main battery changing 125 removing 125 memory accessing modules 67 accessing slots 67 checking total 74 problem solving 212 removing 72, 73 verifying 74 Microsoft Internet Explorer 101 Microsoft Support Online Web site 207 Microsoft Windows XP 132 minimizing 145 modem determining COM port 171 port 101 problem solving 226 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 101 monitor connecting 76, 170 not working 215 mouse connecting...
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... default 171 not recognized 224 problem solving 222, 223 removing 185 replacing 186 PC Cards using 183 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 183 Plug and Play 209 ports external diskette drive 78 power cable 50 cable connectors 241 computer will not start 203 monitoring 121 problem solving 213 taking care of your battery 128 Power Management 196 powering down 102 power mode creating new 198 customizing 198 power usage modes 124 power-on password 54 precautions 45 primary control button...
... default 171 not recognized 224 problem solving 222, 223 removing 185 replacing 186 PC Cards using 183 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 183 Plug and Play 209 ports external diskette drive 78 power cable 50 cable connectors 241 computer will not start 203 monitoring 121 problem solving 213 taking care of your battery 128 Power Management 196 powering down 102 power mode creating new 198 customizing 198 power usage modes 124 power-on password 54 precautions 45 primary control button...
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... Card inserted 224 computer will not power up 203 contacting Toshiba 228, 229 corrupted/damaged data files 218 Device Manager 210 disabling a device 210, 211 disk drive is slow 218 display is blank 215 external display not working 217 external keyboard not working 214 external monitor 215 faulty memory 212 hardware conflict 207, 208 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 209 high-pitched noise 222 illegal operation 202 Internet bookmarked site not found 206 Internet connection...
... Card inserted 224 computer will not power up 203 contacting Toshiba 228, 229 corrupted/damaged data files 218 Device Manager 210 disabling a device 210, 211 disk drive is slow 218 display is blank 215 external display not working 217 external keyboard not working 214 external monitor 215 faulty memory 212 hardware conflict 207, 208 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 209 high-pitched noise 222 illegal operation 202 Internet bookmarked site not found 206 Internet connection...