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... of all set-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. 2 Model: Satellite ® 1955 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you must read and follow all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as...
... of all set-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. 2 Model: Satellite ® 1955 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you must read and follow all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as...
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... connected to the facilities of 1991 makes it from your telephone equipment is permissible to maintain uninterrupted service. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to file a complaint with the FCC. or an authorized representative of connection. If Problems Arise If any changes necessary to be In order to the telephone network. The customer should complete the setup...
... connected to the facilities of 1991 makes it from your telephone equipment is permissible to maintain uninterrupted service. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to file a complaint with the FCC. or an authorized representative of connection. If Problems Arise If any changes necessary to be In order to the telephone network. The customer should complete the setup...
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... Toshiba ......... 48 Adding external devices 49 Connecting the AC adapter 50 Charging the battery 52 Using the computer for the first time 53 Opening the display panel 53 Turning on the power 53 Using the TouchPad 55 Primary and secondary control buttons........... 55 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Setting up other devices 57 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Using an external keyboard 61 Connecting a printer 61 Connecting a USB printer 62 Connecting a parallel printer 62 Setting up the printer 62 Connecting an external diskette drive 64 Using external display...
... Toshiba ......... 48 Adding external devices 49 Connecting the AC adapter 50 Charging the battery 52 Using the computer for the first time 53 Opening the display panel 53 Turning on the power 53 Using the TouchPad 55 Primary and secondary control buttons........... 55 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Setting up other devices 57 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Using an external keyboard 61 Connecting a printer 61 Connecting a USB printer 62 Connecting a parallel printer 62 Setting up the printer 62 Connecting an external diskette drive 64 Using external display...
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... Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television 161 Playing DVDs 162 Exploring audio features 163 Recording sounds 163 Using a microphone 164 Adjusting recording quality 165 Using external speakers or headphones......... 165 Using PC Cards 167 PC Card supporting software 167 Inserting PC Cards 168 Removing PC Cards 169 Hot swapping 170 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 171 Power Management 172 Chapter 8: WinDVD 174 Playing DVDs 174 Using the WinDVD slider bar (location) ......... 176 Using the WinDVD control panel 176
... Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television 161 Playing DVDs 162 Exploring audio features 163 Recording sounds 163 Using a microphone 164 Adjusting recording quality 165 Using external speakers or headphones......... 165 Using PC Cards 167 PC Card supporting software 167 Inserting PC Cards 168 Removing PC Cards 169 Hot swapping 170 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 171 Power Management 172 Chapter 8: WinDVD 174 Playing DVDs 174 Using the WinDVD slider bar (location) ......... 176 Using the WinDVD control panel 176
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... "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 57. 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 57. 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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... instructions indicated in your computer through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is connected to set up the printer If you plan to your computer with your computer. Connecting a parallel printer To make the connection, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. You install the printer driver either by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. Otherwise, you need a suitable cable...
... instructions indicated in your computer through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is connected to set up the printer If you plan to your computer with your computer. Connecting a parallel printer To make the connection, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. You install the printer driver either by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. Otherwise, you need a suitable cable...
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64 Getting Started Connecting an external diskette drive Sample Add Printer Wizard 5 Follow the instructions. Connecting an external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the printer name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference between other printers. An optional external USB diskette drive
64 Getting Started Connecting an external diskette drive Sample Add Printer Wizard 5 Follow the instructions. Connecting an external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the printer name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference between other printers. An optional external USB diskette drive
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... the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary (or right mouse) control button. 74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . Function keys The function keys (not to Appendix A. Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. Windows® special keys Application key Windows® logo key Windows...
... the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary (or right mouse) control button. 74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . Function keys The function keys (not to Appendix A. Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. Windows® special keys Application key Windows® logo key Windows...
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... Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in the Startup menu. 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 computer starts. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to fix the problem. To open...
... Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in the Startup menu. 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 computer starts. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to fix the problem. To open...
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...server may display different versions of period ("dot") or other mistakes will make it impossible for your computer, the online Help can 't find a site I typed in troubleshooting the problem. A single incorrect letter or missed character, comma instead of Safe mode. My... a problem using your browser to a network, the Startup menu may be slow) and popularity of the address carefully. If accessing a particular site is constantly changing. To access Windows® XP Help and Support: The Windows® XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly...
...server may display different versions of period ("dot") or other mistakes will make it impossible for your computer, the online Help can 't find a site I typed in troubleshooting the problem. A single incorrect letter or missed character, comma instead of Safe mode. My... a problem using your browser to a network, the Startup menu may be slow) and popularity of the address carefully. If accessing a particular site is constantly changing. To access Windows® XP Help and Support: The Windows® XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly...
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... display power set to turn off automatically? Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be on. Refer to the software's documentation and check that takes its power from the battery? You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maximizing battery power, see "Charging batteries" on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light...
... display power set to turn off automatically? Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be on. Refer to the software's documentation and check that takes its power from the battery? You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maximizing battery power, see "Charging batteries" on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light...
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... allows you are using the built-in screen. You may have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is registered, press Enter. For more information, refer to "Display modes" on the external monitor. ❖ Press...
... allows you are using the built-in screen. You may have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is registered, press Enter. For more information, refer to "Display modes" on the external monitor. ❖ Press...
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... DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive failed to authenticate (authorize playback of the audio card drivers. This is a DVD-Video 1.0 disc. Try to your supplier's Technical Support. The wrong audio driver may be installed in the system. Check installation of ) the DVD disc. Report the problem and any error code to play another disc. WinDVD does not support this is usually a rare, title-specific problem. There is a problem with the audio card or drivers. Please check sound card or drivers. The audio card...
... DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive failed to authenticate (authorize playback of the audio card drivers. This is a DVD-Video 1.0 disc. Try to your supplier's Technical Support. The wrong audio driver may be installed in the system. Check installation of ) the DVD disc. Report the problem and any error code to play another disc. WinDVD does not support this is usually a rare, title-specific problem. There is a problem with the audio card or drivers. Please check sound card or drivers. The audio card...
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To use the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off . 229 Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . The wireless mode is: ❖ Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric...
To use the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off . 229 Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . The wireless mode is: ❖ Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric...
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... 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 help improve processing speed. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. internal device - K keyboard shortcut - See device. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. A key or combination of computers or other on the screen that you use to...
... 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 help improve processing speed. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. internal device - K keyboard shortcut - See device. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. A key or combination of computers or other on the screen that you use to...
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... panel 35 function keys 34, 74 H hard disk drive cover 40 light 37, 54 hardware conflicts 192 resolving 193 headphones connecting 166 jack 32 Help 143 Windows XP 191 Hibernation 93 factors to consider 93 low battery 107 restarting 93 Hibernation mode 67, 97 configuring 98 starting again from 98 hiding windows 129 hot key display modes 228 display output settings 66 keyboard 229 keyboard overlays 229 power usage mode 225 Standby mode 226 volume mute 223 wireless mode 229 hot keys 223 hot...
... panel 35 function keys 34, 74 H hard disk drive cover 40 light 37, 54 hardware conflicts 192 resolving 193 headphones connecting 166 jack 32 Help 143 Windows XP 191 Hibernation 93 factors to consider 93 low battery 107 restarting 93 Hibernation mode 67, 97 configuring 98 starting again from 98 hiding windows 129 hot key display modes 228 display output settings 66 keyboard 229 keyboard overlays 229 power usage mode 225 Standby mode 226 volume mute 223 wireless mode 229 hot keys 223 hot...
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... removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 microphone jack 32 Microsoft Internet Explorer 89 Microsoft Support Online Web site 192 Microsoft Windows XP 25, 115 minimizing 130 modem determining COM port 154 port 31, 90 problem solving 216 resetting port to default settings 154 upgrading 154 modem, using 90 monitor connecting 65, 154 not working 199 moving the computer 69 Multifunction drive 32, 80, 162 can't access disc 203 drive tray won't open 203 eject button...
... removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 microphone jack 32 Microsoft Internet Explorer 89 Microsoft Support Online Web site 192 Microsoft Windows XP 25, 115 minimizing 130 modem determining COM port 154 port 31, 90 problem solving 216 resetting port to default settings 154 upgrading 154 modem, using 90 monitor connecting 65, 154 not working 199 moving the computer 69 Multifunction drive 32, 80, 162 can't access disc 203 drive tray won't open 203 eject button...
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... will not power up 188 contacting Toshiba 218 corrupted/damaged data files 202 Device Manager 194 disabling a device 194, 195 disk drive is slow 201 display is blank 198 DVD-ROM controls are gray 204 not functioning properly 207 video content poor 206 DVD-ROM performance is poor 204 DVD-ROM Root or Title menu does not open 204 DVD-ROM slow playback 205 external display not working 200 external keyboard not working 198 external monitor 199 faulty memory 196 hardware conflict...
... will not power up 188 contacting Toshiba 218 corrupted/damaged data files 202 Device Manager 194 disabling a device 194, 195 disk drive is slow 201 display is blank 198 DVD-ROM controls are gray 204 not functioning properly 207 video content poor 206 DVD-ROM performance is poor 204 DVD-ROM Root or Title menu does not open 204 DVD-ROM slow playback 205 external display not working 200 external keyboard not working 198 external monitor 199 faulty memory 196 hardware conflict...
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... battery power 102 S safety disposing of batteries 113 icon 26 precautions 45 traveling 113 safety instruction CD-ROM 14 DVD-ROM 14 safety instructions Multifunction drive 14 saving your work 77 screen 35 blank 198 doesn't look normal/flickers 199 Screen Saver tab 137 SCSI (Small Computer Systems Interface) 170 Search Engine 159 secondary control button 56 security fitting a computer lock cable 69 lock slot 31 SelectServ 28 setting battery...
... battery power 102 S safety disposing of batteries 113 icon 26 precautions 45 traveling 113 safety instruction CD-ROM 14 DVD-ROM 14 safety instructions Multifunction drive 14 saving your work 77 screen 35 blank 198 doesn't look normal/flickers 199 Screen Saver tab 137 SCSI (Small Computer Systems Interface) 170 Search Engine 159 secondary control button 56 security fitting a computer lock cable 69 lock slot 31 SelectServ 28 setting battery...
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... Locator) 148, 159 USB ports 32 USB-compatible keyboard connecting 61 using modem 90 PC Cards 167 wireless mouse and control buttons 119 utilities Power Management 172 Toshiba Power Saver 95 V video features exploring 161 video projector adjusting display 66 connecting 65 video/audio out jack 31 volume control dial 32 volume, adjusting 166 W warranty SelectServ 28 wav files recording 163 Web address 122, 159 Web browsers 158 Web sites 218 Support Online 192 Web sites, Toshiba 219 Wi-Fi wireless networking 156 windows...
... Locator) 148, 159 USB ports 32 USB-compatible keyboard connecting 61 using modem 90 PC Cards 167 wireless mouse and control buttons 119 utilities Power Management 172 Toshiba Power Saver 95 V video features exploring 161 video projector adjusting display 66 connecting 65 video/audio out jack 31 volume control dial 32 volume, adjusting 166 W warranty SelectServ 28 wav files recording 163 Web address 122, 159 Web browsers 158 Web sites 218 Support Online 192 Web sites, Toshiba 219 Wi-Fi wireless networking 156 windows...