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...to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. 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. Connection to party line service is...to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. In order to make any message unless such message clearly contains in writing, to allow you disconnect the equipment until the problem is ...
...to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. 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. Connection to party line service is...to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. In order to make any message unless such message clearly contains in writing, to allow you disconnect the equipment until the problem is ...
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...54 Opening the display panel 54 Your computer's features and specifications ....55 Turning on the power 56 Adding memory (optional 57 Installing a memory module 57 Removing a memory module 63 Checking total memory 65 Using the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using external display devices 68 Connecting the display device 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 73 Adjusting the quality of the external display......75 Connecting External AV Input Devices 75 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 Connecting a printer 78 Setting up a printer 79 Connecting an optional...
...54 Opening the display panel 54 Your computer's features and specifications ....55 Turning on the power 56 Adding memory (optional 57 Installing a memory module 57 Removing a memory module 63 Checking total memory 65 Using the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using external display devices 68 Connecting the display device 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 73 Adjusting the quality of the external display......75 Connecting External AV Input Devices 75 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 Connecting a printer 78 Setting up a printer 79 Connecting an optional...
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... "Using external display devices" on page 68) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 78) ❖ Connect an optional external disk drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 80) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 150) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. After starting your software. Always grasp the plug directly. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 49 Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up...
... "Using external display devices" on page 68) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 78) ❖ Connect an optional external disk drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 80) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 150) Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. After starting your software. Always grasp the plug directly. Getting Started Adding optional external devices 49 Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up...
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... (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. The operating system turns off computer or Shut Down (depending on , begin at step 1; If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The Turn off the computer using the Start menu. For information...
... (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. The operating system turns off computer or Shut Down (depending on , begin at step 1; If you install or remove a memory module, turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. The Turn off the computer using the Start menu. For information...
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... discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Grease or dust on the computer. Static electricity can retrieve it later. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems.
... discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. Grease or dust on the computer. Static electricity can retrieve it later. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems.
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... memory module. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. Memory slots Front of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on top of one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using...
... memory module. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. Memory slots Front of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on top of one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using...
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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 the Dual Mode Pad which provide convenient shortcuts to adjust the system volume level. In Button Mode, you can also use the virtual buttons on page 57), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. The volume control bar is inserted completely into the...
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 the Dual Mode Pad which provide convenient shortcuts to adjust the system volume level. In Button Mode, you can also use the virtual buttons on page 57), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. The volume control bar is inserted completely into the...
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Selecting video cables To connect a device to the S-video port, you must purchase an S-video cable. For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable. Getting Started Using external display devices 69 Connecting the display device If you are connecting a standard television or other video display device to the computer's HDMI Out port, first refer to "Selecting video cables" on page 69 for guidelines on choosing a video cable, then refer to "Connecting a standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player" on page...
Selecting video cables To connect a device to the S-video port, you must purchase an S-video cable. For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable. Getting Started Using external display devices 69 Connecting the display device If you are connecting a standard television or other video display device to the computer's HDMI Out port, first refer to "Selecting video cables" on page 69 for guidelines on choosing a video cable, then refer to "Connecting a standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player" on page...
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... manually update your Guide from the Internet. Media Center connects to show a channel, select the channel check box. This may take a few minutes to update. ❖ Select Guide Terms of Service to manually update the Television Program Guide from the Internet. To hide a channel, clear the check box. ❖ Select Get Latest Guide Listings to view the Guide's terms of the computer. To change the TV Guide settings: 1 Press the Start button...
... manually update your Guide from the Internet. Media Center connects to show a channel, select the channel check box. This may take a few minutes to update. ❖ Select Guide Terms of Service to manually update the Television Program Guide from the Internet. To hide a channel, clear the check box. ❖ Select Get Latest Guide Listings to view the Guide's terms of the computer. To change the TV Guide settings: 1 Press the Start button...
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... to access the computer. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist Secure window To register a password for any losses that you save your password in a location where you can later access it . 261 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords 4 Click Delete. 5 Follow the on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Using a supervisor password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options.
... to access the computer. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist Secure window To register a password for any losses that you save your password in a location where you can later access it . 261 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords 4 Click Delete. 5 Follow the on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Using a supervisor password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options.
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... on-screen instructions to exit. 262 Toshiba Utilities PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password then enter it again to verify. 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on a diskette or media of TOSHIBA Assist. Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help diagnose problems with devices in...
... on-screen instructions to exit. 262 Toshiba Utilities PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password then enter it again to verify. 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on a diskette or media of TOSHIBA Assist. Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help diagnose problems with devices in...
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... change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced 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 fails to start properly, 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 most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows...
... change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced 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 fails to start properly, 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 most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows...
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... device. Press any of keyboard. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. To do this does not correct the Refer to the software documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any key to continue working. Using the computer's Dual Mode Pad, click Start, then either Shut Down or Turn...
... device. Press any of keyboard. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. To do this does not correct the Refer to the software documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any key to continue working. Using the computer's Dual Mode Pad, click Start, then either Shut Down or Turn...
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... connection settings for the default connection. ❖ File and printer sharing settings. ❖ Printer settings for the default printer. ❖ Bluetooth® Security Level (for easily switching network settings and devices.You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts. ❖ Devices...
... connection settings for the default connection. ❖ File and printer sharing settings. ❖ Printer settings for the default printer. ❖ Bluetooth® Security Level (for easily switching network settings and devices.You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts. ❖ Devices...
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... keys 96 antenna connecting 75 audio .wav files 147 audio features 147 B backing up files 94 battery alarms 123 changing 127 charge indicator light 52, 120 charge not lasting 308 charging 49, 53 conserving power 124 disposal 133 low charge 123 monitoring power 52, 120 not charging 307 power profile 341 power profile hot key 126 real-time clock (RTC) 117 removing 127 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 154 removing memory media 155 button power 56 start 137 C CD creating...
... keys 96 antenna connecting 75 audio .wav files 147 audio features 147 B backing up files 94 battery alarms 123 changing 127 charge indicator light 52, 120 charge not lasting 308 charging 49, 53 conserving power 124 disposal 133 low charge 123 monitoring power 52, 120 not charging 307 power profile 341 power profile hot key 126 real-time clock (RTC) 117 removing 127 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 154 removing memory media 155 button power 56 start 137 C CD creating...
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.../trouble accessing a disk 312 running slow 313 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 313 cannot read a diskette 314 connecting 80 external, connecting 80 display does not look normal/flickers 310 external monitor not working 311 screen is blank 309 display device connecting 69 external 68 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 133 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 302 DVD creating 111 DVD player general problems 324 DVD, using 105 E environment computer-friendly 42 error messages device driver conflict 301 general hardware problem...
.../trouble accessing a disk 312 running slow 313 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 313 cannot read a diskette 314 connecting 80 external, connecting 80 display does not look normal/flickers 310 external monitor not working 311 screen is blank 309 display device connecting 69 external 68 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 133 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 302 DVD creating 111 DVD player general problems 324 DVD, using 105 E environment computer-friendly 42 error messages device driver conflict 301 general hardware problem...
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...-esse change/remove key assignments 267 starting 264 Fn-esse program 263 assigning a key 264 using drag-and-drop 265 function keys 96 H hardware conflicts 301 resolving 303 headphones using 149 Help and Support Windows XP 301 Hibernation mode 82 configuring 87 starting again from 88 hot key display brightness 344 display modes 343 Hibernation mode 342 keyboard overlays 344, 346 password security 339 power profile 341 Standby mode 341 volume mute 338 zooming 345 hot key power profile 126 hot key utility...
...-esse change/remove key assignments 267 starting 264 Fn-esse program 263 assigning a key 264 using drag-and-drop 265 function keys 96 H hardware conflicts 301 resolving 303 headphones using 149 Help and Support Windows XP 301 Hibernation mode 82 configuring 87 starting again from 88 hot key display brightness 344 display modes 343 Hibernation mode 342 keyboard overlays 344, 346 password security 339 power profile 341 Standby mode 341 volume mute 338 zooming 345 hot key power profile 126 hot key utility...
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... 95 L lock computer, using 92 M main battery removing 127 memory adding 57 problem solving 306 removing expansion slot cover 59 memory module inserting 60 installation 57 removing 64 microphone 147 modem connecting to telephone line 140 determining COM port 139 problem solving 320 resetting port to default settings 139 upgrading 139 monitor 68 connecting 69, 73 not working 310 mouse installing 78 serial 78 mouse utility 272 N network accessing 141 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 141 networking wireless 143 O opening the display panel 54 optical drive problems 314 troubleshooting 314 using 105 other...
... 95 L lock computer, using 92 M main battery removing 127 memory adding 57 problem solving 306 removing expansion slot cover 59 memory module inserting 60 installation 57 removing 64 microphone 147 modem connecting to telephone line 140 determining COM port 139 problem solving 320 resetting port to default settings 139 upgrading 139 monitor 68 connecting 69, 73 not working 310 mouse installing 78 serial 78 mouse utility 272 N network accessing 141 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 141 networking wireless 143 O opening the display panel 54 optical drive problems 314 troubleshooting 314 using 105 other...
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... 261 types 259 user set up 260 passwords instant, using 259 setting 259 PC Card checklist 317 CIS (Card Information Structure) 316 computer stops working 317 configuring 152 errors 318 hot swapping fails 318 inserting 150 not recognized 318 problem solving 316, 317 removing 151 setting up 152 Plug and Play 303 port COM 139 Ethernet LAN 142 RGB 68 S-video In, connecting to 76 power computer will not start 295 connecting cable...
... 261 types 259 user set up 260 passwords instant, using 259 setting 259 PC Card checklist 317 CIS (Card Information Structure) 316 computer stops working 317 configuring 152 errors 318 hot swapping fails 318 inserting 150 not recognized 318 problem solving 316, 317 removing 151 setting up 152 Plug and Play 303 port COM 139 Ethernet LAN 142 RGB 68 S-video In, connecting to 76 power computer will not start 295 connecting cable...
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... troubleshooting DVD player general problems 324 external keyboard 309 keyboard 308 keypad overlay 308 optical drive 314 turning on the computer 56 turning on the power 56 TV antenna port 75 U user password, disabling 260 user password, set up 260 using a file extension 103 V video cables 69 video display device connecting 69 W warranty limited warranty 41 Web 144 Web sites 335 Wi-Fi wireless networking 143 Windows Explorer 99 Windows Media Player 110 Windows Media Player icon 137 Windows operating system desktop 135 Windows Start menu...
... troubleshooting DVD player general problems 324 external keyboard 309 keyboard 308 keypad overlay 308 optical drive 314 turning on the computer 56 turning on the power 56 TV antenna port 75 U user password, disabling 260 user password, set up 260 using a file extension 103 V video cables 69 video display device connecting 69 W warranty limited warranty 41 Web 144 Web sites 335 Wi-Fi wireless networking 143 Windows Explorer 99 Windows Media Player 110 Windows Media Player icon 137 Windows operating system desktop 135 Windows Start menu...