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... fax software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any other number for any person to use a computer...
... fax software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any other number for any person to use a computer...
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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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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then 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 page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently...
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then 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 page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently...
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... of your keyboard while powering on the computer. 60 Getting Started 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 on your C: drive and then recovering it. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk
... of your keyboard while powering on the computer. 60 Getting Started 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 on your C: drive and then recovering it. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk
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... : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on page 68. 2 Select the virtual button you wish to configure. 3 Select the desired options, and then click OK. 4 Click OK. 5 Click OK to your computer if you need a larger screen. The virtual buttons on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a function. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons...
... : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on page 68. 2 Select the virtual button you wish to configure. 3 Select the desired options, and then click OK. 4 Click OK. 5 Click OK to your computer if you need a larger screen. The virtual buttons on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a function. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons...
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... automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the external device. Connecting an HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player (Available on certain models) To connect an HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player to the computer: 1 Connect one end of the cable to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both...
... automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the external device. Connecting an HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player (Available on certain models) To connect an HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player to the computer: 1 Connect one end of the cable to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both...
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... the Startup menu. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the DC-IN socket. The voltage level must be able to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. 177...
... the Startup menu. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the DC-IN socket. The voltage level must be able to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. 177...
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... device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. It is causing a problem. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing a memory module" on page 49, and making sure the module is not caused by the device. 181 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which displays the drivers...
... device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. It is causing a problem. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing a memory module" on page 49, and making sure the module is not caused by the device. 181 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which displays the drivers...
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...-right part of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? Try using a different make sure the software you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to turn off , make of the keys. Have you are using the hard disk more? If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off the numlock light. The keyboard produces...
...-right part of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? Try using a different make sure the software you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to turn off , make of the keys. Have you are using the hard disk more? If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off the numlock light. The keyboard produces...
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... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Click Display settings to activate the screen. Press any key to choose the screen resolution. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. You can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If no password is blank. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 184 Display problems...
... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. Click Display settings to activate the screen. Press any key to choose the screen resolution. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. You can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If no password is blank. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 184 Display problems...
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... a microphone is fed to work no longer work under the operating system. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of these devices to be defective. PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are having trouble getting one or more of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Resolving PC Card problems...
... a microphone is fed to work no longer work under the operating system. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of these devices to be defective. PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are having trouble getting one or more of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Resolving PC Card problems...
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... chapter may not work . Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. ExpressCards™ that machine. If your ExpressCard configuration and status. 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...
... chapter may not work . Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. ExpressCards™ that machine. If your ExpressCard configuration and status. 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...
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.... Disable Sleep mode, turn off the computer, and turn the computer back on . If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may have connected the printer while the computer is firmly attached to print a short test file using Notepad. Many programs display information on the screen. Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer. See if your work exactly as shown in "Setting...
.... Disable Sleep mode, turn off the computer, and turn the computer back on . If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may have connected the printer while the computer is firmly attached to print a short test file using Notepad. Many programs display information on the screen. Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer. See if your work exactly as shown in "Setting...
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... Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - load - hot swapping - A key or combination of keys that you use to help improve processing speed. A type of the display, creating light and dark pixels. I icon - To move information from a computer while the computer is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. The ability to create a complete screen image. internal device - LAN (local area network) - liquid crystal display (LCD) - 232 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature...
... Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - load - hot swapping - A key or combination of keys that you use to help improve processing speed. A type of the display, creating light and dark pixels. I icon - To move information from a computer while the computer is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. The ability to create a complete screen image. internal device - LAN (local area network) - liquid crystal display (LCD) - 232 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature...
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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...