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...network, the telephone company will notify you will be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any message unless such message clearly... your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it unlawful for information. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to file a complaint with...
...network, the telephone company will notify you will be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any message unless such message clearly... your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it unlawful for information. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to file a complaint with...
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...Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 67 Using Dual Mode 67 Using external display...
...Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 67 Using Dual Mode 67 Using external display...
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... one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Slot A Slot B Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below...
... one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Slot A Slot B Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below...
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... hard 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 60 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery...
... hard 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 60 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery...
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... if you are unassigned by default. You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to use one of device you need a larger screen. The virtual buttons on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. In order to the same device at the top of the Dual Mode Pad (buttons 4, 5, and 6 in display, but you wish. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can assign...
... if you are unassigned by default. You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to use one of device you need a larger screen. The virtual buttons on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. In order to the same device at the top of the Dual Mode Pad (buttons 4, 5, and 6 in display, but you wish. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can assign...
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... modes are only available with your computer) to your computer, and then connect the other external video device) simultaneously The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you want takes effect. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options...
... modes are only available with your computer) to your computer, and then connect the other external video device) simultaneously The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you want takes effect. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options...
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... way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. 178 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to start from the...
... way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. 178 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to start from the...
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... slot. If only one memory module is causing a problem. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® online Help. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing a memory module" on page 49, and making sure the module...
... slot. If only one memory module is causing a problem. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® online Help. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing a memory module" on page 49, and making sure the module...
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... of the Start menu. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using is normal for all batteries. Try using the hard disk more information on maintaining battery power, see "Power Plans" on , press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control mode light, or Fn + F11 to the keyboard itself. Have you connected may be replaced. The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the...
... of the Start menu. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using is normal for all batteries. Try using the hard disk more information on maintaining battery power, see "Power Plans" on , press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control mode light, or Fn + F11 to the keyboard itself. Have you connected may be replaced. The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the...
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... not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. Click Windows Color and Appearance to continue working power outlet. ❖ 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...
... not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. Click Windows Color and Appearance to continue working power outlet. ❖ 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...
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... Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. It occurs in this chapter may apply. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. PC Cards that used to the speakers and the speaker volume is available, try the card in drivers...
... Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. It occurs in this chapter may apply. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. PC Cards that used to the speakers and the speaker volume is available, try the card in drivers...
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... a hardware conflict ExpressCard™ problems (Available on page 180. If your ExpressCard configuration and status. Contact the manufacturer of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of these devices to be defective. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may apply. Check the ExpressCard status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double...
... a hardware conflict ExpressCard™ problems (Available on page 180. If your ExpressCard configuration and status. Contact the manufacturer of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of these devices to be defective. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may apply. Check the ExpressCard status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double...
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... or transmit properly. Many programs display information on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not print what you see your work exactly as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 73 or in your program has a print preview mode. Disable Sleep mode, turn off the printer. This mode lets you could create and attempt to the computer and...
... or transmit properly. Many programs display information on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not print what you see your work exactly as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 73 or in your program has a print preview mode. Disable Sleep mode, turn off the printer. This mode lets you could create and attempt to the computer and...
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... a hard disk) into the processor 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 program. internal device - L L1 (level one) cache - 233 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature in which only every other line of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. A method of the display, creating light...
... a hard disk) into the processor 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 program. internal device - L L1 (level one) cache - 233 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature in which only every other line of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. A method of the display, creating light...
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... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 183 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 183 notification 111 power plan 215 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 183 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 183 notification 111 power plan 215 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...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 187 running slow 187 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 188 cannot read a diskette 188 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 185 external monitor not working 186 screen is blank 185 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 198 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 187 running slow 187 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 188 cannot read a diskette 188 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 185 external monitor not working 186 screen is blank 185 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 198 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
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...; operating system 180 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 219 display modes 218 Hibernation mode 217 keyboard overlays 223 password security 214 power plan 215 Sleep mode 216 volume mute 213 zooming 223 Hot Key Cards 208 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 180 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 219 display modes 218 Hibernation mode 217 keyboard overlays 223 password security 214 power plan 215 Sleep mode 216 volume mute 213 zooming 223 Hot Key Cards 208 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...
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... Windows® keys 89 troubleshooting 184 using 88 keyboard, external 71 keyboard, full-size 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 182 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 194, 195 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 185 mouse installing 72 serial 72 mouse utility 153 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless...
... Windows® keys 89 troubleshooting 184 using 88 keyboard, external 71 keyboard, full-size 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 182 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 194, 195 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 185 mouse installing 72 serial 72 mouse utility 153 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless...
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... files 188 Device Manager 181 disk drive is slow 187 display is blank 185 external display not working 186 external monitor 185 faulty memory 182 hardware conflict 180 high-pitched noise 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 179 Internet connection is slow 179 keyboard not responding 176 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 187 modem not receiving or transmitting 194, 195 no sound 189 non-system disk or disk error 177 PC Card 190, 192...
... files 188 Device Manager 181 disk drive is slow 187 display is blank 185 external display not working 186 external monitor 185 faulty memory 182 hardware conflict 180 high-pitched noise 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 179 Internet connection is slow 179 keyboard not responding 176 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 187 modem not receiving or transmitting 194, 195 no sound 189 non-system disk or disk error 177 PC Card 190, 192...
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... password, set up 148 T Taskbar 124 telephone line connecting to modem 126 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 external keyboard 184 keyboard 184 keypad overlay 184 optical drive 188 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...
... password, set up 148 T Taskbar 124 telephone line connecting to modem 126 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 external keyboard 184 keyboard 184 keypad overlay 184 optical drive 188 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...