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... use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your service or the operation of the telephone company is necessary. 5 Connection to party line service is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba...
... use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your service or the operation of the telephone company is necessary. 5 Connection to party line service is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba...
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...Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 67 Using Dual Mode 67 Using external display...
...Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 67 Using Dual Mode 67 Using external display...
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... it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 49), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. 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...
... it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 49), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. 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...
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...'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. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. To recover 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 your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen...
...'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. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. To recover 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 your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen...
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... the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to these buttons, you must first configure that button so that it is associated with a built-in "Enabling Dual Mode" on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you are connecting. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can assign different functions to a live electrical outlet. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons at the...
... the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to these buttons, you must first configure that button so that it is associated with a built-in "Enabling Dual Mode" on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you are connecting. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can assign different functions to a live electrical outlet. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons at the...
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... to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. 4 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. NOTE Some modes are...
... to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. 4 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. NOTE Some modes are...
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... working correctly. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking The computer may not be equal to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to fix the problem. If you change your computer starts and before Windows...
... working correctly. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking The computer may not be equal to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to fix the problem. If you change your computer starts and before Windows...
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... information about Device Manager, refer 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 the lower-right part of the Start menu. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on...
... information about Device Manager, refer 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 the lower-right part of the Start menu. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on...
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... have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Refer to turn off , make of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? You may be replaced. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Was the battery fully charged to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. After a period of keyboard. Try using the hard disk...
... have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Refer to turn off , make of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? You may be replaced. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Was the battery fully charged to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. After a period of keyboard. Try using the hard disk...
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... can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 184 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 monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to continue working power...
... can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 184 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 monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to continue working power...
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... that used to work . Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. If...
... that used to work . Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. If...
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... problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Contact the manufacturer of these devices to work . If another computer with an operating system driver, it may not work under the operating system. Check the ExpressCard status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click the appropriate ExpressCard. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models...
... problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Contact the manufacturer of these devices to work . If another computer with an operating system driver, it may not work under the operating system. Check the ExpressCard status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click the appropriate ExpressCard. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models...
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... program has a print preview mode. Make sure the cable from the way they print it is online, and then turn off the computer, and turn the computer back on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will print. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as it will not receive or transmit properly. Disable Sleep mode, turn off the printer. Check...
... program has a print preview mode. Make sure the cable from the way they print it is online, and then turn off the computer, and turn the computer back on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will print. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as it will not receive or transmit properly. Disable Sleep mode, turn off the printer. Check...
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... have the operating system automatically recognize the change. liquid crystal display (LCD) - A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. LAN (local area network) - internal device - To move information from a computer while the computer is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. hot swapping - The ability to add or remove devices from a storage device (such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that provides...
... have the operating system automatically recognize the change. liquid crystal display (LCD) - A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. LAN (local area network) - internal device - To move information from a computer while the computer is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. hot swapping - The ability to add or remove devices from a storage device (such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that provides...
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... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 182 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 182 notification 111 power plan 214 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 button power 48, 58 start 124 C CD creating 102 playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 46 checking device...
... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 182 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 182 notification 111 power plan 214 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 button power 48, 58 start 124 C CD creating 102 playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 46 checking device...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 186 running slow 186 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 187 cannot read a diskette 187 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 184 external monitor not working 185 screen is blank 184 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 120 double-click 66 DVD creating 102 DVD player general problems 197 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 186 running slow 186 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 187 cannot read a diskette 187 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 184 external monitor not working 185 screen is blank 184 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 120 double-click 66 DVD creating 102 DVD player general problems 197 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
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... and Support Windows® operating system 179 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 218 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 keyboard overlays 222 password security 213 power plan 214 Sleep mode 215 volume mute 212 zooming 222 Hot Key Cards 207 hot key power plan 114 http 130 I i.LINK port 139 icon 123 desktop 123 Internet Explorer® 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 37 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules 49 mouse...
... and Support Windows® operating system 179 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 218 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 keyboard overlays 222 password security 213 power plan 214 Sleep mode 215 volume mute 212 zooming 222 Hot Key Cards 207 hot key power plan 114 http 130 I i.LINK port 139 icon 123 desktop 123 Internet Explorer® 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 37 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules 49 mouse...
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... 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 181 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 132 modem connecting to telephone line 126 determining COM port 125 problem solving 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 184 mouse installing 72 serial 72 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless 129 Notification Area 124 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 187 troubleshooting 187...
... 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 181 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 132 modem connecting to telephone line 126 determining COM port 125 problem solving 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 184 mouse installing 72 serial 72 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless 129 Notification Area 124 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 187 troubleshooting 187...
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... 48 power button 48, 58 power plan hot key 114 power plans 112 power source 44 connecting 45 powering down using Hibernation 79 using Shut Down 77 using Sleep 81 precautions 40 primary button 66 printer connecting 72 problem solving 193 printing a file 95 problem solving AC power 182 accessing disk drives 175 battery charge does not last 182 battery not charging 182 cannot insert diskette in drive 187 cannot read a diskette 187 changing display properties 185 checking device...
... 48 power button 48, 58 power plan hot key 114 power plans 112 power source 44 connecting 45 powering down using Hibernation 79 using Shut Down 77 using Sleep 81 precautions 40 primary button 66 printer connecting 72 problem solving 193 printing a file 95 problem solving AC power 182 accessing disk drives 175 battery charge does not last 182 battery not charging 182 cannot insert diskette in drive 187 cannot read a diskette 187 changing display properties 185 checking device...
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... password, set up 148 T Taskbar 124 telephone line connecting to modem 126 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 205 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 153 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 187 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 95 V video projector adjusting display...
... password, set up 148 T Taskbar 124 telephone line connecting to modem 126 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 205 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 153 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 187 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 95 V video projector adjusting display...