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... will be necessary for repair or 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 first page...
... will be necessary for repair or 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 first page...
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... for the first time 45 Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options 58 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the TouchPad 64 Scrolling with the TouchPad 65 Control buttons 65 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 65 Using the Dual Mode Pad 66 Using Dual Mode 66 Using external display devices 68 Directing the...
... for the first time 45 Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options 58 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the TouchPad 64 Scrolling with the TouchPad 65 Control buttons 65 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 65 Using the Dual Mode Pad 66 Using Dual Mode 66 Using external display devices 68 Directing the...
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... cooled. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slots on the base of the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Allow the module to cool to the lock button in minor bodily injury. Start (Sample Image...
... cooled. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slots on the base of the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Allow the module to cool to the lock button in minor bodily injury. Start (Sample Image...
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... them later. Grease or dust on the connector may have built up. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the...
... them later. Grease or dust on the connector may have built up. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot.
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot.
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... Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can : ❖ Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using your system. 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 your computer without your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. If you to create an additional partition later ❖ Erase the hard disk completely Using...
... Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can : ❖ Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using your system. 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 your computer without your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. If you to create an additional partition later ❖ Erase the hard disk completely Using...
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...drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key...
...drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key...
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... the Mouse Properties window. To configure a virtual button: 1 Perform steps 1-5 in your area. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to an available video port, as practicable and the connection complies with all local cable installation requirements that it is associated with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen. To do this, refer to use one of device you are applicable in "Enabling Dual Mode" on...
... the Mouse Properties window. To configure a virtual button: 1 Perform steps 1-5 in your area. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to an available video port, as practicable and the connection complies with all local cable installation requirements that it is associated with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen. To do this, refer to use one of device you are applicable in "Enabling Dual Mode" on...
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... Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Before turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Learning the Basics 85 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. See "Using and configuring Sleep mode...
... Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Before turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Learning the Basics 85 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. See "Using and configuring Sleep mode...
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... to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. 172 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to change the...
... to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. 172 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to change the...
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... to work. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not using functions. For more information about Device Manager, refer to another. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 48, and making...
... to work. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not using functions. For more information about Device Manager, refer to another. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 48, and making...
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... the keyboard. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Charging batteries" on the external keyboard. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Is the display power set to begin with the computer. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the keyboard itself. For more information). Try using the hard disk more keyboard error messages...
... the keyboard. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Charging batteries" on the external keyboard. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Is the display power set to begin with the computer. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the keyboard itself. For more information). Try using the hard disk more keyboard error messages...
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... you to continue 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn...
... you to continue 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn...
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...-polarized light to pass 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 using a pointing device such as a hard disk) into the processor to create a complete screen image. liquid crystal display (LCD) - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. Interlaced monitors take...
...-polarized light to pass 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 using a pointing device such as a hard disk) into the processor to create a complete screen image. liquid crystal display (LCD) - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. Interlaced monitors take...
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... 84 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 44, 106 charge not lasting 177 charging 42, 44 conserving power 110 disposal 118 low charge 108 monitoring power 44, 106 not charging 177 229 notification 109 power plan 206 power plan hot key card 112 real-time clock (RTC) 103 removing 113 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter Slot inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 47, 57 start 122 C CD creating 100 playing an audio 98 CD, using 95 character keys 86 charging the battery...
... 84 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 44, 106 charge not lasting 177 charging 42, 44 conserving power 110 disposal 118 low charge 108 monitoring power 44, 106 not charging 177 229 notification 109 power plan 206 power plan hot key card 112 real-time clock (RTC) 103 removing 113 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter Slot inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 47, 57 start 122 C CD creating 100 playing an audio 98 CD, using 95 character keys 86 charging the battery...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 181 running slow 181 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 182 cannot read a diskette 182 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 179 external monitor not working 180 screen is blank 179 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 118 double-click 65 DVD creating 100 DVD player general problems 189 DVD, using 95 E environment computer-friendly 37 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 181 running slow 181 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 182 cannot read a diskette 182 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 179 external monitor not working 180 screen is blank 179 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 118 double-click 65 DVD creating 100 DVD player general problems 189 DVD, using 95 E environment computer-friendly 37 error messages device driver...
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... Support Windows® 174 Hibernation mode 73 configuring 77 starting again from 79 hot key display brightness 210 display modes 209 Hibernation mode 208 keyboard overlays 213 password security 204 power plan 206 Sleep mode 207 volume mute 203 zooming 213 hot key power plan 112 Index 231 http 128 I i.LINK port 135 icon 121 desktop 121 Internet Explorer 121 moving to desktop 121 recycle bin 121 safety 35 Windows Media Player 121 installation memory module 48 installing memory modules 47 mouse...
... Support Windows® 174 Hibernation mode 73 configuring 77 starting again from 79 hot key display brightness 210 display modes 209 Hibernation mode 208 keyboard overlays 213 password security 204 power plan 206 Sleep mode 207 volume mute 203 zooming 213 hot key power plan 112 Index 231 http 128 I i.LINK port 135 icon 121 desktop 121 Internet Explorer 121 moving to desktop 121 recycle bin 121 safety 35 Windows Media Player 121 installation memory module 48 installing memory modules 47 mouse...
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..., external 70 keyboard, full-size 86 L lock computer, using 83 M main battery removing 113 memory adding 47 problem solving 176 removing expansion slot cover 50 memory module inserting 51 installation 48 removing 55 microphone 130 modem connecting to telephone line 124 determining COM port 123 resetting port to default settings 123 upgrading 123 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 179 mouse installing 70 serial 70 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 125 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 122 O opening the display panel 45 optical drive troubleshooting...
..., external 70 keyboard, full-size 86 L lock computer, using 83 M main battery removing 113 memory adding 47 problem solving 176 removing expansion slot cover 50 memory module inserting 51 installation 48 removing 55 microphone 130 modem connecting to telephone line 124 determining COM port 123 resetting port to default settings 123 upgrading 123 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 179 mouse installing 70 serial 70 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 125 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 122 O opening the display panel 45 optical drive troubleshooting...
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... Device Manager 175 disk drive is slow 181 display is blank 179 external display not working 180 external monitor 179 faulty memory 176 hardware conflict 174 high-pitched noise 184 Internet bookmarked site not found 173 Internet connection is slow 173 keyboard not responding 170 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 181 no sound 183 non-system disk or disk error 171 PC Card 184 checklist 184 error occurs 185 hot swapping fails 185 not recognized 185 slot...
... Device Manager 175 disk drive is slow 181 display is blank 179 external display not working 180 external monitor 179 faulty memory 176 hardware conflict 174 high-pitched noise 184 Internet bookmarked site not found 173 Internet connection is slow 173 keyboard not responding 170 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 181 no sound 183 non-system disk or disk error 171 PC Card 184 checklist 184 error occurs 185 hot swapping fails 185 not recognized 185 slot...
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... 119 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 189 external keyboard 178 keyboard 178 keypad overlay 178 optical drive 182 turning on the computer 46 turning on the power 46 U user password, disabling 146 user password, setting 145 using a file extension 93 V video projector adjusting display 69 W warranty limited warranty 36 Web 128 Web sites 196 Wi-Fi wireless networking 127 Windows problem solving 172 Windows Explorer 90 Windows Media Player 98 Windows Media Player icon 121 Windows operating system desktop 120 Windows Start menu 89 Windows...
... 119 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 189 external keyboard 178 keyboard 178 keypad overlay 178 optical drive 182 turning on the computer 46 turning on the power 46 U user password, disabling 146 user password, setting 145 using a file extension 93 V video projector adjusting display 69 W warranty limited warranty 36 Web 128 Web sites 196 Wi-Fi wireless networking 127 Windows problem solving 172 Windows Explorer 90 Windows Media Player 98 Windows Media Player icon 121 Windows operating system desktop 120 Windows Start menu 89 Windows...