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... 1991 makes it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number 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. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre...
... 1991 makes it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number 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. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre...
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... 51 Opening the display panel 51 Your computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Using the TouchPad 61 Scrolling with the TouchPad 62 Control buttons 62 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 62 Using the Dual Mode Pad 64 Scrolling with the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using the Control buttons 65 Using Tap Zones 65 Using the Virtual Buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad .........67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on...
... 51 Opening the display panel 51 Your computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Using the TouchPad 61 Scrolling with the TouchPad 62 Control buttons 62 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 62 Using the Dual Mode Pad 64 Scrolling with the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using the Control buttons 65 Using Tap Zones 65 Using the Virtual Buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad .........67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on...
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... time, the memory module will become hot. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this happens, let the module cool to room temperature before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If this procedure. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. See "Setting up your software" on...
... time, the memory module will become hot. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this happens, let the module cool to room temperature before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If this procedure. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. See "Setting up your software" on...
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... socket on the computer. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the underside of computer Sample unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of the computer. Static...
... socket on the computer. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the underside of computer Sample unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of the computer. Static...
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... computer and open the memory module slot cover. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in "Installing a memory module" on page 61. Do not try to work. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps...
... computer and open the memory module slot cover. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in "Installing a memory module" on page 61. Do not try to work. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps...
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60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The following : Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds, then turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the...
60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The following : Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds, then turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the...
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...the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the stroke of a finger. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, ... clips. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to move it to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 61 8 Restart...
...the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the stroke of a finger. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, ... clips. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to move it to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 61 8 Restart...
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... by configuring the Display Properties settings. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can also connect an external display device to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your operating system and devices. Connecting an external monitor...
... by configuring the Display Properties settings. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can also connect an external display device to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your operating system and devices. Connecting an external monitor...
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... disk or disk error message. If there is a diskette in the drive, remove it is no diskette in Standby mode for several hours. For more information see "Charging batteries" on page 192. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the Startup menu to restart the computer. 193 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Make...
... disk or disk error message. If there is a diskette in the drive, remove it is no diskette in Standby mode for several hours. For more information see "Charging batteries" on page 192. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the Startup menu to restart the computer. 193 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Make...
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... module is not using functions. A Troubleshooting button is worthwhile checking for that device appears. It is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot... The operating system shuts down and turns off computer. 2 Click Turn Off. They may cause errors that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 59. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one device to the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver...
... module is not using functions. A Troubleshooting button is worthwhile checking for that device appears. It is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot... The operating system shuts down and turns off computer. 2 Click Turn Off. They may cause errors that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 59. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one device to the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver...
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... the device. You may have plugged the external keyboard in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. 204 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. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external keyboard. If...
... the device. You may have plugged the external keyboard in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. 204 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. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external keyboard. If...
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..., the utility may be a video format error. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check the Color Palette. If it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or...
..., the utility may be a video format error. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check the Color Palette. If it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or...
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... on the Connectivity Doctor screen to connect with your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. on page 259. For more information, see "Profile Settings" on page 255. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to access the screen saver option. For...
... on the Connectivity Doctor screen to connect with your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. on page 259. For more information, see "Profile Settings" on page 255. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to access the screen saver option. For...
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... is connected to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all components of programs and data. high-density diskette - hot swapping - See also bus. Compare software. Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are removable. Formatting creates a structure on the keyboard. A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can write information to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or...
... is connected to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all components of programs and data. high-density diskette - hot swapping - See also bus. Compare software. Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are removable. Formatting creates a structure on the keyboard. A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can write information to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or...
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...-esse 161 audio .wav files 140 audio features 140 B backing up files 86 battery changing 120 charge indicator light 49, 113 charge not lasting 202 charging 47, 50 conserving power 117 disposal 126 low charge 116 monitoring power 49, 113 not charging 201 power usage hot key 119 power usage mode 237 real-time clock (RTC) 110 removing 121 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 52 start 130 C CD creating 104 playing an audio 103 CD/DVD button functionality 100 283
...-esse 161 audio .wav files 140 audio features 140 B backing up files 86 battery changing 120 charge indicator light 49, 113 charge not lasting 202 charging 47, 50 conserving power 117 disposal 126 low charge 116 monitoring power 49, 113 not charging 201 power usage hot key 119 power usage mode 237 real-time clock (RTC) 110 removing 121 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 52 start 130 C CD creating 104 playing an audio 103 CD/DVD button functionality 100 283
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 206 running slow 207 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 208 cannot read a diskette 208 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 205 external monitor not working 206 screen is blank 204 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 70 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 126 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 197 double-click 62, 65 DVD player general problems 219 DVD-ROM drive problems 209 troubleshooting 209 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 206 running slow 207 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 208 cannot read a diskette 208 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 205 external monitor not working 206 screen is blank 204 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 70 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 126 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 197 double-click 62, 65 DVD player general problems 219 DVD-ROM drive problems 209 troubleshooting 209 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems...
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285 Index computer-friendly 40 error messages device driver conflict 196 general hardware problem 196 non-system disk or disk error 193, 208 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 205 program has performed an illegal operation 190 warning resume failure 192 Error-checking 207 Ethernet LAN port 135 expansion memory slot 56 exploring the desktop 128 external monitor not working 206 mouse 70 external diskette drive connecting 73 external display, adjusting 70 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 207...
285 Index computer-friendly 40 error messages device driver conflict 196 general hardware problem 196 non-system disk or disk error 193, 208 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 205 program has performed an illegal operation 190 warning resume failure 192 Error-checking 207 Ethernet LAN port 135 expansion memory slot 56 exploring the desktop 128 external monitor not working 206 mouse 70 external diskette drive connecting 73 external display, adjusting 70 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 207...
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... or removing existing 163 keyboard character keys 87 function keys 88 hot keys 242 not working 192 overlay keys 89 troubleshooting 203 Windows special keys 89 keyboard, external 70 keyboard, full-size 87 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 70 M main battery removing 121 memory adding 53 problem solving 200 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module inserting 57 installation 54 removing 60 microphone 141 modem determining COM port 132 problem solving 215 resetting port to default settings 132 upgrading 132 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 204 mouse installing 70 serial 70 N network accessing 134
... or removing existing 163 keyboard character keys 87 function keys 88 hot keys 242 not working 192 overlay keys 89 troubleshooting 203 Windows special keys 89 keyboard, external 70 keyboard, full-size 87 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 70 M main battery removing 121 memory adding 53 problem solving 200 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module inserting 57 installation 54 removing 60 microphone 141 modem determining COM port 132 problem solving 215 resetting port to default settings 132 upgrading 132 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 204 mouse installing 70 serial 70 N network accessing 134
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...-Up Networking Wizard 134 networking wireless 134 O opening the display panel 51 other documentation 38 overlay keys 89 P password deleting a supervisor 159 disabling a user 157 supervisor set up 157 types 155 passwords instant, using 156 PC Card checklist 211 CIS (Card Information Structure) 211 computer stops working 212 configuring 145 errors 213 hot swapping fails 213 inserting 143, 145 modem default 132 not recognized 213 problem solving 210, 212 removing 144, 146 setting up...
...-Up Networking Wizard 134 networking wireless 134 O opening the display panel 51 other documentation 38 overlay keys 89 P password deleting a supervisor 159 disabling a user 157 supervisor set up 157 types 155 passwords instant, using 156 PC Card checklist 211 CIS (Card Information Structure) 211 computer stops working 212 configuring 145 errors 213 hot swapping fails 213 inserting 143, 145 modem default 132 not recognized 213 problem solving 210, 212 removing 144, 146 setting up...
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... Device Manager 198 disabling a device 199 disk drive is slow 207 display is blank 204 external display not working 206 external monitor 204 faulty memory 200 hardware conflict 196, 197 high-pitched noise 210 illegal operation 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 195 Internet connection is slow 195 keyboard not responding 192 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 206 modem not receiving or transmitting 215 no sound 210 non-system disk or disk error 193, 208 PC Card...
... Device Manager 198 disabling a device 199 disk drive is slow 207 display is blank 204 external display not working 206 external monitor 204 faulty memory 200 hardware conflict 196, 197 high-pitched noise 210 illegal operation 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 195 Internet connection is slow 195 keyboard not responding 192 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 206 modem not receiving or transmitting 215 no sound 210 non-system disk or disk error 193, 208 PC Card...