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... the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS...
... the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS...
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... Requirements document(s). Before installing this change. When you are ever needed on the first page of Toshiba. The equipment must also be 5 company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may cause harm to maintain uninterrupted service. Instructions for your telephone line...
... Requirements document(s). Before installing this change. When you are ever needed on the first page of Toshiba. The equipment must also be 5 company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may cause harm to maintain uninterrupted service. Instructions for your telephone line...
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... Card problems 225 Printer problems 228 Modem problems 229 Develop good computing habits 229 If you need further assistance 231 Before you call 231 Contacting Toshiba 231 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 233 Toshiba's worldwide offices 234 Appendix A: Hot Keys 237 Volume Mute 237 Instant password security 238 Without a password 238 With a password 238 Power usage mode 239 Stand By mode 240 Hibernation mode 240 Display modes 241 Display brightness 241 Enabling a wireless device 242 Disabling or enabling...
... Card problems 225 Printer problems 228 Modem problems 229 Develop good computing habits 229 If you need further assistance 231 Before you call 231 Contacting Toshiba 231 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 233 Toshiba's worldwide offices 234 Appendix A: Hot Keys 237 Volume Mute 237 Instant password security 238 Without a password 238 With a password 238 Power usage mode 239 Stand By mode 240 Hibernation mode 240 Display modes 241 Display brightness 241 Enabling a wireless device 242 Disabling or enabling...
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... DC-IN jack is a peripheral expansion standard that accepts audio/video inputs. The USB standard allows hot swapping of up to 12 Mbps for cabling and connectors. The RGB (monitor) port enables you use a RJ11 telephone cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line. The modem port enables you to connect an external monitor. S-video enables you plug in the AC adapter. The parallel port enables you to connect USB peripherals to...
... DC-IN jack is a peripheral expansion standard that accepts audio/video inputs. The USB standard allows hot swapping of up to 12 Mbps for cabling and connectors. The RGB (monitor) port enables you use a RJ11 telephone cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line. The modem port enables you to connect an external monitor. S-video enables you plug in the AC adapter. The parallel port enables you to connect USB peripherals to...
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... "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 55. 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up other devices 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery. 14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 15 To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then click Control Panel. ❖ Click the Performance and Maintenance icon...
... "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 55. 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up other devices 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery. 14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 15 To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then click Control Panel. ❖ Click the Performance and Maintenance icon...
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You install the printer driver either by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer later, click Cancel. If you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is not the case, then you plan to your computer. If this is connected to set up a printer with a printer connected and turned on, it...
You install the printer driver either by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer later, click Cancel. If you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is not the case, then you plan to your computer. If this is connected to set up a printer with a printer connected and turned on, it...
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... Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to be confused with the Fn key) are called function keys because they run specific functions on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the character keys is very much like typing on the computer. Function keys The function keys...
... Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to be confused with the Fn key) are called function keys because they run specific functions on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the character keys is very much like typing on the computer. Function keys The function keys...
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... Support Center window. This teaches you don't have an application open, press F1, otherwise click Start, then click Help and Support. If you through restoring your system settings for future use some of storing your system to the selected date or time. Windows® XP Help and Support The operating system has a Help facility. Sample System Restore welcome screen The Windows® XP operating system guides...
... Support Center window. This teaches you don't have an application open, press F1, otherwise click Start, then click Help and Support. If you through restoring your system settings for future use some of storing your system to the selected date or time. Windows® XP Help and Support The operating system has a Help facility. Sample System Restore welcome screen The Windows® XP operating system guides...
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... need to one of the computer's COM (communications) ports. An external monitor connects to in the operating system: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The default setting for communications In order to connect to the Internet, use the Internet Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it were a standard office computer. To find out which port your modem or reset the port...
... need to one of the computer's COM (communications) ports. An external monitor connects to in the operating system: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The default setting for communications In order to connect to the Internet, use the Internet Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it were a standard office computer. To find out which port your modem or reset the port...
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... 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 most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu) If you change your computer starts. Using Startup options to fix problems...
... 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 most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu) If you change your computer starts. Using Startup options to fix problems...
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.... TECHNICAL NOTE: If your Windows® documentation for temporary repair. Internet problems My Internet connection is constantly changing. A site you in . If accessing a particular site is very slow, try later. My browser can be down for further explanation. 204 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working See your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may be slow) and...
.... TECHNICAL NOTE: If your Windows® documentation for temporary repair. Internet problems My Internet connection is constantly changing. A site you in . If accessing a particular site is very slow, try later. My browser can be down for further explanation. 204 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working See your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may be slow) and...
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... change the number of flickering, try using fewer colors. 212 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a 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...
... change the number of flickering, try using fewer colors. 212 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a 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...
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...-specific problem. There may be a problem with the audio card or drivers. Contact your supplier's Technical Support. The wrong audio driver may be installed in the system. The DVD-ROM drive failed to authenticate (authorize playback of the audio card drivers. This error is a problem with the DVDROM drive. Report the problem and any error code to play another disc. 222 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional Resolution information The audio settings...
...-specific problem. There may be a problem with the audio card or drivers. Contact your supplier's Technical Support. The wrong audio driver may be installed in the system. The DVD-ROM drive failed to authenticate (authorize playback of the audio card drivers. This error is a problem with the DVDROM drive. Report the problem and any error code to play another disc. 222 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional Resolution information The audio settings...
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... Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . To use the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad®" on and off. The wireless mode is: ❖ Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off . Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on page 53. Disabling or enabling...
... Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . To use the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad®" on and off. The wireless mode is: ❖ Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off . Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on page 53. Disabling or enabling...
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... one) cache - A group of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. The ability to create a complete screen image. A 3.5-inch diskette that activates a memory resident program. A small image displayed on the screen that enables any device 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 data equal to...
... one) cache - A group of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. The ability to create a complete screen image. A 3.5-inch diskette that activates a memory resident program. A small image displayed on the screen that enables any device 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 data equal to...
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...'t access disc 215 drive tray won't open 216 eject button 80 light 36 manual eject hole/button 80 problems 215 troubleshooting 208 DVDs 33, 79 playing 163 E email 160 emulating a full-size keyboard 74 energy saving features 101 environmental considerations 40, 41 ergonomics lighting 42 posture 41 seating guidelines 41 work habits 43 error messages device driver conflict 205 general hardware problem 205 non-system disk or disk error 202, 215 problem with display settings...
...'t access disc 215 drive tray won't open 216 eject button 80 light 36 manual eject hole/button 80 problems 215 troubleshooting 208 DVDs 33, 79 playing 163 E email 160 emulating a full-size keyboard 74 energy saving features 101 environmental considerations 40, 41 ergonomics lighting 42 posture 41 seating guidelines 41 work habits 43 error messages device driver conflict 205 general hardware problem 205 non-system disk or disk error 202, 215 problem with display settings...
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... hard disk drive 35, 52 keyboard 33 numeric mode 34 on/off 35 system 33 lock slot 28 M main battery changing 108 recharging 103 removing 108 memory adding 55 problem solving 209 removing 58 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module inserting 57 microphone jack 31 Microsoft Internet Explorer 89 Microsoft Support Online Web site 205 Microsoft Windows XP 23, 115 minimizing 130 modem determining COM port 154 port 29, 89 problem solving 229 resetting port to default settings 154 upgrading...
... hard disk drive 35, 52 keyboard 33 numeric mode 34 on/off 35 system 33 lock slot 28 M main battery changing 108 recharging 103 removing 108 memory adding 55 problem solving 209 removing 58 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module inserting 57 microphone jack 31 Microsoft Internet Explorer 89 Microsoft Support Online Web site 205 Microsoft Windows XP 23, 115 minimizing 130 modem determining COM port 154 port 29, 89 problem solving 229 resetting port to default settings 154 upgrading...
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... changing display properties 213 checking device properties 208 compact discs not running correctly 216 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 226 computer will not power up 201 contacting Toshiba 231 corrupted/damaged data files 214 Device Manager 207 disabling a device 207, 208 disk drive is slow 214 display is blank 211 DVD-ROM controls are gray 216 not functioning properly 220 video content poor 219 DVD-ROM performance is poor 217 DVD-ROM...
... changing display properties 213 checking device properties 208 compact discs not running correctly 216 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 226 computer will not power up 201 contacting Toshiba 231 corrupted/damaged data files 214 Device Manager 207 disabling a device 207, 208 disk drive is slow 214 display is blank 211 DVD-ROM controls are gray 216 not functioning properly 220 video content poor 219 DVD-ROM performance is poor 217 DVD-ROM...
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... illegal operation 200 Internet bookmarked site not found 204 Internet connection is slow 204 keyboard not responding 201 keyboard produces unexpected characters 211 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 213 modem not receiving or transmitting 229 no sound 224 non-system disk or disk error 202, 215 PC Card 225 checklist 226 error occurs 227 hot swapping fails 227 not recognized 227 slots appear dead 226 power and batteries 209...
... illegal operation 200 Internet bookmarked site not found 204 Internet connection is slow 204 keyboard not responding 201 keyboard produces unexpected characters 211 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 213 modem not receiving or transmitting 229 no sound 224 non-system disk or disk error 202, 215 PC Card 225 checklist 226 error occurs 227 hot swapping fails 227 not recognized 227 slots appear dead 226 power and batteries 209...
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... USB ports 29 USB-compatible keyboard connecting 59 mouse connecting 59 using modem 89 PC Cards 167 TouchPad and control buttons 119 utilities Power Management 172 Toshiba Power Saver 94 V video features exploring 161 video projector adjusting display 64 connecting 63 video/audio out jack 29 volume control dial 31 volume, adjusting 166 W warranty SelectServ 26 wav files recording 164 Web address 123, 160 Web browsers 158 Web sites 231 Support Online 205 Web sites, Toshiba 233 Wi-Fi wireless networking 156 windows hiding...
... USB ports 29 USB-compatible keyboard connecting 59 mouse connecting 59 using modem 89 PC Cards 167 TouchPad and control buttons 119 utilities Power Management 172 Toshiba Power Saver 94 V video features exploring 161 video projector adjusting display 64 connecting 63 video/audio out jack 29 volume control dial 31 volume, adjusting 166 W warranty SelectServ 26 wav files recording 164 Web address 123, 160 Web browsers 158 Web sites 231 Support Online 205 Web sites, Toshiba 233 Wi-Fi wireless networking 156 windows hiding...