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... equipment until the problem is experienced with this change. In order to file a complaint with the best service it may be necessary for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to send any other electronic device, including Fax machines, to the fax software instructions installed on this , it...
... equipment until the problem is experienced with this change. In order to file a complaint with the best service it may be necessary for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to send any other electronic device, including Fax machines, to the fax software instructions installed on this , it...
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27 Contents Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 Activating the power-on password 54 Using the TouchPad 55 Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 58 Setting up a printer 62 Installing additional memory (optional 65 Removing a memory module 72 Connecting a mouse 75 Connecting a printer 75 Connecting a USB printer 75 Connecting a parallel printer 75 Using external display devices 76 Connecting an external monitor 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 76...
27 Contents Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 Activating the power-on password 54 Using the TouchPad 55 Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 58 Setting up a printer 62 Installing additional memory (optional 65 Removing a memory module 72 Connecting a mouse 75 Connecting a printer 75 Connecting a USB printer 75 Connecting a parallel printer 75 Using external display devices 76 Connecting an external monitor 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 76...
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... you need further assistance 228 Before you call 228 Contacting Toshiba 229 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 230 Toshiba's worldwide offices 230 Appendix A: Hot Keys 233 Volume Mute 233 Instant password security 233 Without a password 234 With a password 234 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged ...... 235 Power usage mode 236 Standby mode 237 Hibernation mode 238 Display modes 239 Display brightness 239 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 240 Keyboard hot keys 240 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors...
... you need further assistance 228 Before you call 228 Contacting Toshiba 229 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 230 Toshiba's worldwide offices 230 Appendix A: Hot Keys 233 Volume Mute 233 Instant password security 233 Without a password 234 With a password 234 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged ...... 235 Power usage mode 236 Standby mode 237 Hibernation mode 238 Display modes 239 Display brightness 239 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 240 Keyboard hot keys 240 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors...
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...'s instructions for the model of printer that is connected to set /clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in your computer. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to create a new table. If you to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. Setting up a printer later, close or cancel the Add Printer Wizard. If your computer. The New Table button...
...'s instructions for the model of printer that is connected to set /clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in your computer. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to create a new table. If you to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. Setting up a printer later, close or cancel the Add Printer Wizard. If your computer. The New Table button...
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... -screen instructions. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you are two memory slots. Your system may want to operate the computer with the computer, a beep will be a long beep followed by two short beeps. If you turn off the computer using more information). There are using the Start menu. You may have both slots occupied. If you install a memory module that is incompatible with a memory module in Standby or Hibernation mode...
... -screen instructions. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you are two memory slots. Your system may want to operate the computer with the computer, a beep will be a long beep followed by two short beeps. If you turn off the computer using more information). There are using the Start menu. You may have both slots occupied. If you install a memory module that is incompatible with a memory module in Standby or Hibernation mode...
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... image on the internal display panel may need to click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window, click Advanced, click the Adapter tab, click List all modes, and select 640 x 480. Connecting an optional external diskette drive You can attach an optional external USB diskette drive to use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display output with your computer Sample external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive's cable to one of the computer's USB ports.
... image on the internal display panel may need to click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window, click Advanced, click the Adapter tab, click List all modes, and select 640 x 480. Connecting an optional external diskette drive You can attach an optional external USB diskette drive to use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display output with your computer Sample external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive's cable to one of the computer's USB ports.
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... documentation. the number and symbol keys are using. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run specific functions on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 85 Character keys Typing with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the...
... documentation. the number and symbol keys are using. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run specific functions on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 85 Character keys Typing with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the...
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... Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that is running and you will need to log on . If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will start up and you press Play/ Pause CD /DVD mode If an audio CD is in the drive, the media player starts and the DVD begins to play . Digital audio mode The media player starts...
... Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that is running and you will need to log on . If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will start up and you press Play/ Pause CD /DVD mode If an audio CD is in the drive, the media player starts and the DVD begins to play . Digital audio mode The media player starts...
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... "Hot swapping" on ) possible. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Failure to the computer itself. Even if your computer, or to do anything before you insert it locks into the slot until it . a set up and use the files included in damage to components, such as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that makes hot swapping (switching cards...
... "Hot swapping" on ) possible. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Failure to the computer itself. Even if your computer, or to do anything before you insert it locks into the slot until it . a set up and use the files included in damage to components, such as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that makes hot swapping (switching cards...
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... a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may have to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the system in the Startup menu. To do this, use the procedure. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers...
... a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may have to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the system in the Startup menu. To do this, use the procedure. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers...
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... that takes its power from the battery? Check the power options using the hard disk more? Is your computer. For more keyboard error messages. If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is not remapping the keyboard. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maximizing battery power, see "Charging the batteries" on page 119. Have you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it . All...
... that takes its power from the battery? Check the power options using the hard disk more? Is your computer. For more keyboard error messages. If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is not remapping the keyboard. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maximizing battery power, see "Charging the batteries" on page 119. Have you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it . All...
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F12 Fn + off . This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 86. To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. F11 Fn + off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off. 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad.
F12 Fn + off . This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 86. To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. F11 Fn + off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off. 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad.
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... click Options. For wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. For example, if the connection to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is detected, an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen at the relevant location. If a problem, or potential problem, is turned off, an exclamation point appears next to the network. 245 Using ConfigFreeTM...
... click Options. For wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. For example, if the connection to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is detected, an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen at the relevant location. If a problem, or potential problem, is turned off, an exclamation point appears next to the network. 245 Using ConfigFreeTM...
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Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes.
Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes.
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... instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that you use to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. internal device - See device. K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. hot swapping - The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also byte. Compare noninterlaced. A key or combination of keys that provides...
... instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that you use to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. internal device - See device. K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. hot swapping - The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also byte. Compare noninterlaced. A key or combination of keys that provides...
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... on the screen. See also operating system, application, utility. By volatile, we mean that can be written to work with the device. Short for your computer. Volatile memory that information in a cable for connection to work with peripheral devices. This type of characters entered by a device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself to a network or a peripheral device. Any device, such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. Plug...
... on the screen. See also operating system, application, utility. By volatile, we mean that can be written to work with the device. Short for your computer. Volatile memory that information in a cable for connection to work with peripheral devices. This type of characters entered by a device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself to a network or a peripheral device. Any device, such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. Plug...
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... change/remove key assignments 193 drag-and-drop 191 keyboard 190 starting 190 using keyboard 192 viewing key assignments 193 folders 136 displaying information 169 function keys 85 H hard disk drive light 54 hardware conflicts 207 resolving 209 Help 159 Windows XP 206 Hibernate restarting 112 using 109 Hibernation 104 Hibernation mode 80 methods 109 hiding windows 144 hot key disable/enable TouchPad 240 display modes 239 display output settings 76 display settings 181 instant password 233 power usage mode 236 Stand by mode 237 volume...
... change/remove key assignments 193 drag-and-drop 191 keyboard 190 starting 190 using keyboard 192 viewing key assignments 193 folders 136 displaying information 169 function keys 85 H hard disk drive light 54 hardware conflicts 207 resolving 209 Help 159 Windows XP 206 Hibernate restarting 112 using 109 Hibernation 104 Hibernation mode 80 methods 109 hiding windows 144 hot key disable/enable TouchPad 240 display modes 239 display output settings 76 display settings 181 instant password 233 power usage mode 236 Stand by mode 237 volume...
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... keys 86 L lights AC power 49, 53 battery 53, 121 hard disk drive 54 M main battery changing 125 removing 125 memory accessing modules 67 accessing slots 67 checking total 74 problem solving 212 removing 72, 73 verifying 74 Microsoft Internet Explorer 101 Microsoft Support Online Web site 207 Microsoft Windows XP 132 minimizing 145 modem determining COM port 171 port 101 problem solving 226 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 101 monitor connecting 76, 170 not working 215 mouse connecting...
... keys 86 L lights AC power 49, 53 battery 53, 121 hard disk drive 54 M main battery changing 125 removing 125 memory accessing modules 67 accessing slots 67 checking total 74 problem solving 212 removing 72, 73 verifying 74 Microsoft Internet Explorer 101 Microsoft Support Online Web site 207 Microsoft Windows XP 132 minimizing 145 modem determining COM port 171 port 101 problem solving 226 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 101 monitor connecting 76, 170 not working 215 mouse connecting...
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... default 171 not recognized 224 problem solving 222, 223 removing 185 replacing 186 PC Cards using 183 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 183 Plug and Play 209 ports external diskette drive 78 power cable 50 cable connectors 241 computer will not start 203 monitoring 121 problem solving 213 taking care of your battery 128 Power Management 196 powering down 102 power mode creating new 198 customizing 198 power usage modes 124 power-on password 54 precautions 45 primary control button...
... default 171 not recognized 224 problem solving 222, 223 removing 185 replacing 186 PC Cards using 183 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 183 Plug and Play 209 ports external diskette drive 78 power cable 50 cable connectors 241 computer will not start 203 monitoring 121 problem solving 213 taking care of your battery 128 Power Management 196 powering down 102 power mode creating new 198 customizing 198 power usage modes 124 power-on password 54 precautions 45 primary control button...
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... Card inserted 224 computer will not power up 203 contacting Toshiba 228, 229 corrupted/damaged data files 218 Device Manager 210 disabling a device 210, 211 disk drive is slow 218 display is blank 215 external display not working 217 external keyboard not working 214 external monitor 215 faulty memory 212 hardware conflict 207, 208 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 209 high-pitched noise 222 illegal operation 202 Internet bookmarked site not found 206 Internet connection...
... Card inserted 224 computer will not power up 203 contacting Toshiba 228, 229 corrupted/damaged data files 218 Device Manager 210 disabling a device 210, 211 disk drive is slow 218 display is blank 215 external display not working 217 external keyboard not working 214 external monitor 215 faulty memory 212 hardware conflict 207, 208 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 209 high-pitched noise 222 illegal operation 202 Internet bookmarked site not found 206 Internet connection...