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... important data, please make periodic back-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically. Model: Satellite Pro® S300/S300M Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you may include Recordable and/or ReWritable optical media drive(s) and associated software, among the most advanced data storage technologies available. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY...
... important data, please make periodic back-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically. Model: Satellite Pro® S300/S300M Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you may include Recordable and/or ReWritable optical media drive(s) and associated software, among the most advanced data storage technologies available. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY...
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... the telephone number of this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on...
... the telephone number of this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on...
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... 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 68 Checking the HDD operating status 70 Installing drivers and applications 70 Using the TouchPad 71 Scrolling with the TouchPad 71 Control buttons 72 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 72 Using external display devices...
... 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 68 Checking the HDD operating status 70 Installing drivers and applications 70 Using the TouchPad 71 Scrolling with the TouchPad 71 Control buttons 72 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 72 Using external display devices...
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... configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 197 If you need further assistance 201 Before you contact Toshiba 201 Contacting Toshiba 202 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 203 Toshiba's worldwide offices 203 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 205 Hot Key Cards 205 Using the Hot Key Cards 206 Application Cards 207 Using the Application Cards 208 Card Case 208 Hot key functions 209 Volume Mute 210 Lock (Instant security 211 Power plan 212 Sleep mode 213 Hibernation mode 214 Output (Display switch 215 Display brightness 216 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...
... configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 197 If you need further assistance 201 Before you contact Toshiba 201 Contacting Toshiba 202 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 203 Toshiba's worldwide offices 203 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 205 Hot Key Cards 205 Using the Hot Key Cards 206 Application Cards 207 Using the Application Cards 208 Card Case 208 Hot key functions 209 Volume Mute 210 Lock (Instant security 211 Power plan 212 Sleep mode 213 Hibernation mode 214 Output (Display switch 215 Display brightness 216 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...
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.... Slot B is the bottom slot. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. If only one or two memory modules. You will be lost. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module...
.... Slot B is the bottom slot. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. If only one or two memory modules. You will be lost. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module...
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.... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Back of "Removing a memory module" on page 58. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place...
.... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Back of "Removing a memory module" on page 58. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place...
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When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 53 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure...
When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 53 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure...
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... Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM...
... Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM...
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... and software features or utilities. For more information on creating Recovery media see "Creating Recovery DVDs" on your computer without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with a hard disk partition to allow you were trying to perform the action, click Continue; Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 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...
... and software features or utilities. For more information on creating Recovery media see "Creating Recovery DVDs" on your computer without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with a hard disk partition to allow you were trying to perform the action, click Continue; Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 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...
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... external display device and activate a screen with display options. 5 Select the settings you can also connect an external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. It usually corresponds to determine whether it uses the right mouse button. To change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by default. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. The function of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by configuring...
... external display device and activate a screen with display options. 5 Select the settings you can also connect an external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. It usually corresponds to determine whether it uses the right mouse button. To change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by default. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. The function of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by configuring...
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... Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 2 Click Set. 3 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Delete. 3 Follow the on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on -screen instructions to remove the user password.
... Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 2 Click Set. 3 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Delete. 3 Follow the on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on -screen instructions to remove the user password.
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... of Wireless Connection switch 171 (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings. Similarly, users who access networks in the office and at home can be saved (or "captured") in "profiles." The following settings can set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer® starts ❖ Devices-lets you enable or disable settings...
... of Wireless Connection switch 171 (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings. Similarly, users who access networks in the office and at home can be saved (or "captured") in "profiles." The following settings can set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer® starts ❖ Devices-lets you enable or disable settings...
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.... Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. If you may not be equal to fix the problem. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. The Windows® operating system is the correct unit for your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you are familiar with Networking To...
.... Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. If you may not be equal to fix the problem. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. The Windows® operating system is the correct unit for your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you are familiar with Networking To...
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...-right part of the Start menu. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to work. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. 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 module" on page 58. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in case the new version is causing a problem. It...
...-right part of the Start menu. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to work. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. 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 module" on page 58. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in case the new version is causing a problem. It...
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... part of the Start menu. 184 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Nothing happens when you press the keys on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key. Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor...
... part of the Start menu. 184 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Nothing happens when you press the keys on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key. Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor...
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... keys that enables any other on the computer again, your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the network. L2 (level two) cache - LAN (local area network) - Compare non-interlaced. Internet - A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse...
... keys that enables any other on the computer again, your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the network. L2 (level two) cache - LAN (local area network) - Compare non-interlaced. Internet - A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse...
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... charge indicator light 49, 111 charge not lasting 183 charging 47, 49 conserving power 114 disposal 122 low charge 113 monitoring power 49, 111 236 not charging 182 notifications 113 power plan 212 power plan hot key 116 real-time clock (RTC) 108 removing 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 137 button power 52, 62 start 126 C CD, using 99 character keys 91 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 180 click 72 communications network connection...
... charge indicator light 49, 111 charge not lasting 183 charging 47, 49 conserving power 114 disposal 122 low charge 113 monitoring power 49, 111 236 not charging 182 notifications 113 power plan 212 power plan hot key 116 real-time clock (RTC) 108 removing 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 137 button power 52, 62 start 126 C CD, using 99 character keys 91 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 180 click 72 communications network connection...
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... disk or disk error message 176 not accessing disk drives 175 running on battery power 107 setting up 44, 54 warning resume failure message 175 computer lock 87 computing tips 89 ConfigFree® 169 connecting to a power source 47 connection set up 128 control buttons 72 Ctrl keys 92 D desktop creating new icon 125 major features 125 desktop exploration 124 desktop icons 125 Device Manager 180 checking properties 180 devices keyboard 74 mouse 74 Disk...
... disk or disk error message 176 not accessing disk drives 175 running on battery power 107 setting up 44, 54 warning resume failure message 175 computer lock 87 computing tips 89 ConfigFree® 169 connecting to a power source 47 connection set up 128 control buttons 72 Ctrl keys 92 D desktop creating new icon 125 major features 125 desktop exploration 124 desktop icons 125 Device Manager 180 checking properties 180 devices keyboard 74 mouse 74 Disk...
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... monitor 72 connecting 72 not working 184 mouse installing 74 mouse utility 158 N network accessing 128 Connect to the Internet 128 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 126 O Opening the display panel 50 optical disc positioning 102 optical discs handling 102 inserting 101 removing 104 optical drive problems 188 troubleshooting 188 using 99 optical media recording 103 other documentation 40 overlay keys 93 P password deleting a supervisor 149 disabling a user 150 setting a user 149 supervisor set up 148 types 147 passwords instant, using 147 setting 147 PC Card...
... monitor 72 connecting 72 not working 184 mouse installing 74 mouse utility 158 N network accessing 128 Connect to the Internet 128 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 126 O Opening the display panel 50 optical disc positioning 102 optical discs handling 102 inserting 101 removing 104 optical drive problems 188 troubleshooting 188 using 99 optical media recording 103 other documentation 40 overlay keys 93 P password deleting a supervisor 149 disabling a user 150 setting a user 149 supervisor set up 148 types 147 passwords instant, using 147 setting 147 PC Card...
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... 141 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 159 Toshiba online resources 105 traveling tips 123 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 195 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 188 turning on the computer 51 turning on the power 51 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using 132 using a file extension 98 Utilities 140 V video projector adjusting display 74 W warranty standard limited warranty 40 Web 130 Web Camera 134 Web sites 202 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 127 Windows...
... 141 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 159 Toshiba online resources 105 traveling tips 123 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 195 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 188 turning on the computer 51 turning on the power 51 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using 132 using a file extension 98 Utilities 140 V video projector adjusting display 74 W warranty standard limited warranty 40 Web 130 Web Camera 134 Web sites 202 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 127 Windows...