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... of service may be necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If trouble is experienced with the FCC if you will give you disconnect the equipment until the problem is subject to use a computer or other number for information. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the...
... of service may be necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If trouble is experienced with the FCC if you will give you disconnect the equipment until the problem is subject to use a computer or other number for information. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the...
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...Opening the display panel 48 Your computer's features and specifications ....49 Turning on the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 66 Using Dual Mode 66 Using the TouchPad 69 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 70 Using external display...
...Opening the display panel 48 Your computer's features and specifications ....49 Turning on the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 66 Using Dual Mode 66 Using the TouchPad 69 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 70 Using external display...
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... remove a memory module while the computer is to room temperature before they have cooled. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. Failure to follow these directions could result in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot...
... remove a memory module while the computer is to room temperature before they have cooled. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. Failure to follow these directions could result in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot...
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.... NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw(s) that 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 underside of "Removing a memory module" on the...
.... NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by performing steps 2-3 of the computer. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw(s) that 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 underside of "Removing a memory module" on the...
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... the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 51 to work. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Removing a memory module If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw(s). 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and...
... the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 51 to work. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Removing a memory module If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw(s). 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and...
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... module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B Slot A Front of the slot...
... module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B Slot A Front of the slot...
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... your hard disk 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 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 on your C: drive and then recovering it. Getting Started 61 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery options The following are the available hard disk drive recovery options: ❖ Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the...
... your hard disk 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 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 on your C: drive and then recovering it. Getting Started 61 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery options The following are the available hard disk drive recovery options: ❖ Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the...
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... the S-video (TV-out) port* ❖ An HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player via the HDMI Out port* *(Available on the external device. For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on the side of device you need a larger screen. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on page 214. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by default. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad.
... the S-video (TV-out) port* ❖ An HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player via the HDMI Out port* *(Available on the external device. For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on the side of device you need a larger screen. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on page 214. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by default. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad.
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... modes are available if an external monitor is to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Briefly pause each time you press the F5 key to allow time for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with the appropriate device attached and turned on. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order (the last two options...
... modes are available if an external monitor is to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Briefly pause each time you press the F5 key to allow time for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with the appropriate device attached and turned on. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order (the last two options...
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... Notification Area is not connected to start ConfigFree®, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. Starting ConfigFree® To start and set up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the Notification Area. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you analyze your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click...
... Notification Area is not connected to start ConfigFree®, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. Starting ConfigFree® To start and set up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the Notification Area. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you analyze your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click...
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..., subnet mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server settings ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet connections ❖ Bluetooth® Security Level (for example, high or medium) ❖ Enable UAC (User Account Control) setting The following settings can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings. ConfigFree® profiles are useful for example, you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up profiles...
..., subnet mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server settings ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet connections ❖ Bluetooth® Security Level (for example, high or medium) ❖ Enable UAC (User Account Control) setting The following settings can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings. ConfigFree® profiles are useful for example, you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up profiles...
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... options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you experience any of the AC adaptor must match exactly. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may not be equal to start properly, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating...
... options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you experience any of the AC adaptor must match exactly. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may not be equal to start properly, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating...
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... to work. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. This tab also provides options for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in case the new version is not caused by the device. It is worthwhile checking for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu...
... to work. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. This tab also provides options for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in case the new version is not caused by the device. It is worthwhile checking for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu...
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... the Lock button in while the computer was turned on. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. If no password is blank. If you are using the built-in screen. Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external keyboard. The...
... the Lock button in while the computer was turned on. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. If no password is blank. If you are using the built-in screen. Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external keyboard. The...
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....toshiba.com. Many programs display information on the screen. The printer will not print what you cannot resolve the problem, contact the printer's manufacturer. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. The modem is firmly connected to the program's documentation and the modem manual...
....toshiba.com. Many programs display information on the screen. The printer will not print what you cannot resolve the problem, contact the printer's manufacturer. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. The modem is firmly connected to the program's documentation and the modem manual...
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... the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that holds 1.44 MB of computers that enables any other services. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that you use to interact with any device to perform a task instead of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . A 3.5-inch diskette that activates a memory resident...
... the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that holds 1.44 MB of computers that enables any other services. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that you use to interact with any device to perform a task instead of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . A 3.5-inch diskette that activates a memory resident...
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... battery changing 117 charge indicator light 47, 110 charge not lasting 181 charging 45, 47 conserving power 114 disposal 122 low charge 112 monitoring power 47, 110 not charging 180 232 notifications 113 power plan 208 power plan hot key 116 real-time clock (RTC) 107 removing 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 136 removing memory media 137 button power 50, 60 start 126 C CD playing an audio 102 CD, using 98 character keys 90 charging the battery 47 checking device...
... battery changing 117 charge indicator light 47, 110 charge not lasting 181 charging 45, 47 conserving power 114 disposal 122 low charge 112 monitoring power 47, 110 not charging 180 232 notifications 113 power plan 208 power plan hot key 116 real-time clock (RTC) 107 removing 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 136 removing memory media 137 button power 50, 60 start 126 C CD playing an audio 102 CD, using 98 character keys 90 charging the battery 47 checking device...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 184 running slow 185 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 185 cannot read a diskette 185 connecting 74 external, connecting 74 display does not look normal/flickers 183 external monitor not working 183 screen is blank 182 display device external 70 display output settings 71 display, external adjusting 72 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 122 double-click 69 Dual Mode Pad using 66 DVD player general problems 193 DVD, using 98 E error messages device driver conflict 177 general hardware problem...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 184 running slow 185 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 185 cannot read a diskette 185 connecting 74 external, connecting 74 display does not look normal/flickers 183 external monitor not working 183 screen is blank 182 display device external 70 display output settings 71 display, external adjusting 72 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 122 double-click 69 Dual Mode Pad using 66 DVD player general problems 193 DVD, using 98 E error messages device driver conflict 177 general hardware problem...
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... using 133 Help and Support Windows® operating system 177 Hibernation mode 76 configuring 80 starting again from 82 hot key display brightness 212 Hibernation mode 210 keyboard overlays 216 Lock (Instant security) 207 Output (Display switch) 211 power plan 208 Sleep mode 209 volume mute 206 zooming 216 Hot Key Cards 202 Hot key functions 206 hot key power plan 116 http 130 I i.LINK port 137 icon 125 desktop 125 moving to desktop 125 recycle bin 125 safety 37 installation memory module...
... using 133 Help and Support Windows® operating system 177 Hibernation mode 76 configuring 80 starting again from 82 hot key display brightness 212 Hibernation mode 210 keyboard overlays 216 Lock (Instant security) 207 Output (Display switch) 211 power plan 208 Sleep mode 209 volume mute 206 zooming 216 Hot Key Cards 202 Hot key functions 206 hot key power plan 116 http 130 I i.LINK port 137 icon 125 desktop 125 moving to desktop 125 recycle bin 125 safety 37 installation memory module...
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... monitor 70 connecting 70 not working 182 mouse installing 72 N network accessing 128 Connect to the Internet Wizard 128 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 126 O Opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 101 optical discs handling 102 inserting 101 removing 104, 105 optical drive problems 186 troubleshooting 186 using 98 optical media recording 104 other documentation 38 overlay keys 92 P password deleting a supervisor 147 disabling a user 148 setting a user 147 supervisor set up 146 types 145 passwords instant, using 145 setting 145 port...
... monitor 70 connecting 70 not working 182 mouse installing 72 N network accessing 128 Connect to the Internet Wizard 128 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 126 O Opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 101 optical discs handling 102 inserting 101 removing 104, 105 optical drive problems 186 troubleshooting 186 using 98 optical media recording 104 other documentation 38 overlay keys 92 P password deleting a supervisor 147 disabling a user 148 setting a user 147 supervisor set up 146 types 145 passwords instant, using 145 setting 145 port...