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... necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If the equipment is subject to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for information. Connection to party line service is causing...
... necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If the equipment is subject to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for information. Connection to party line service is causing...
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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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... Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 45. If this procedure. You can be lost. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You will need a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver for a long time, the memory module will be installed in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you replace...
... Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 45. If this procedure. You can be lost. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You will need a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver for a long time, the memory module will be installed in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you replace...
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... socket on the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of 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. Static...
... socket on the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of 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. Static...
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... and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. Do not try to work. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Standby or Hibernation mode. You can now continue setting up...
... and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. Do not try to work. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Standby or Hibernation mode. You can now continue setting up...
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60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn the power on , perform the following: Press the power button and hold it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. For more information...
60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn the power on , perform the following: Press the power button and hold it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. For more information...
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...: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. 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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is sensitive to touch and enables you...
...: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. 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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is sensitive to touch and enables you...
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... (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 disable or enable the Dual Mode Pad (see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad" on the left side of device you are connecting. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you need a larger screen. Before connecting an external monitor or video...
... (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 disable or enable the Dual Mode Pad (see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad" on the left side of device you are connecting. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you need a larger screen. Before connecting an external monitor or video...
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... disk error message. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in Standby mode for several hours. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of time. If you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. 193 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working...
... disk error message. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in Standby mode for several hours. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of time. If you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. 193 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working...
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... Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. A Troubleshooting button is worthwhile checking for that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 54, and making sure the module is not using functions. For more information about the device. ❖ The Resource...
... Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. A Troubleshooting button is worthwhile checking for that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 54, and making sure the module is not using functions. For more information about the device. ❖ The Resource...
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... through the display options. If no password is not set for an external monitor. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is firmly attached. If you have plugged the external keyboard in screen, make sure the display priority is registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you are using the TouchPad on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to activate the screen. Click Start, Shut Down...
... through the display options. If no password is not set for an external monitor. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is firmly attached. If you have plugged the external keyboard in screen, make sure the display priority is registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you are using the TouchPad on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to activate the screen. Click Start, Shut Down...
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... set to 24-bit color, there may be a video format error. If you must use the adapter's management utility. If it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If it cleaned. 219 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. For general problems...
... set to 24-bit color, there may be a video format error. If you must use the adapter's management utility. If it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If it cleaned. 219 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. For general problems...
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.... ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to access the screen saver option. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included...
.... ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to access the screen saver option. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included...
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... the operating system can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. H hard disk - Compare software. See also diskette. The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. A conductor to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of an electric circuit are connected. A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of a rigid platter or platters that activates a memory resident program. A storage device...
... the operating system can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. H hard disk - Compare software. See also diskette. The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. A conductor to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of an electric circuit are connected. A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of a rigid platter or platters that activates a memory resident program. A storage device...
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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...