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... best service it can. If Problems Arise If this change. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre ...makes it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to the telephone network, the telephone company will be required. If the equipment is causing harm to make any changes... If trouble is subject to send any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to state tariffs. Connection to party line service is experienced...
... best service it can. If Problems Arise If this change. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre ...makes it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to the telephone network, the telephone company will be required. If the equipment is causing harm to make any changes... If trouble is subject to send any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to state tariffs. Connection to party line service is experienced...
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... Turning on the power 54 Adding memory (optional 55 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 61 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 63 Control buttons 64 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 64 Turning off the computer 65 Closing the display panel 66 Using external display devices 66 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 67 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Using an external keyboard 68 Using a mouse 69 Connecting a local printer 69 Connecting a USB printer 69 Connecting a parallel printer 70 Setting up...
... Turning on the power 54 Adding memory (optional 55 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 61 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 63 Control buttons 64 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 64 Turning off the computer 65 Closing the display panel 66 Using external display devices 66 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 67 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Using an external keyboard 68 Using a mouse 69 Connecting a local printer 69 Connecting a USB printer 69 Connecting a parallel printer 70 Setting up...
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... to locate the memory module slot cover. depending on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , begin at step 1; The computer has two memory module slots - 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with...
... to locate the memory module slot cover. depending on , click Start, Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , begin at step 1; The computer has two memory module slots - 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with...
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... the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13...
... the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13...
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... it correctly as described in Standby or Hibernation mode. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Checking total memory" on page 62. In either of the slot. The following : Press the power button and hold it on . Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 61 If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer...
... it correctly as described in Standby or Hibernation mode. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Checking total memory" on page 62. In either of the slot. The following : Press the power button and hold it on . Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 61 If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer...
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... Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 13 of "Installing a memory module" on page 55. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Turn...
... Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 13 of "Installing a memory module" on page 55. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Turn...
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.... For more information, see "Setting user passwords" on page 154). Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in use . Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your operating system and devices. Never turn off until you open it again. ❖ If you have the audible warning set , the LCD panel will automatically turn off the computer while any drive is in use and result in loss...
.... For more information, see "Setting user passwords" on page 154). Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in use . Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your operating system and devices. Never turn off until you open it again. ❖ If you have the audible warning set , the LCD panel will automatically turn off the computer while any drive is in use and result in loss...
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... work on your computer: ❖ An instant password - Prevents unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as Toshiba Hardware Setup. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on an optional USB mouse or trackball. Secures your desk for a few minutes and do not want to turn off the computer. To use an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. Prohibits unauthorized users from starting or restarting the computer. ❖ A supervisor password - A single user password supports...
... work on your computer: ❖ An instant password - Prevents unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as Toshiba Hardware Setup. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on an optional USB mouse or trackball. Secures your desk for a few minutes and do not want to turn off the computer. To use an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. Prohibits unauthorized users from starting or restarting the computer. ❖ A supervisor password - A single user password supports...
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..., Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. The Hotkey window appears. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option. 3 Click OK. 160 Toshiba Utilities Mouse utility Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings. Hotkey utility The Hotkey utility allows you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Assist, click the Mouse icon. To activate: 1 From the TOSHIBA Assist screen, click...
..., Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. The Hotkey window appears. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option. 3 Click OK. 160 Toshiba Utilities Mouse utility Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings. Hotkey utility The Hotkey utility allows you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Assist, click the Mouse icon. To activate: 1 From the TOSHIBA Assist screen, click...
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... problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. If you change the system in the Startup menu to start. ❖ The operating...
... problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. If you change the system in the Startup menu to start. ❖ The operating...
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... display priority is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If you are using the built-in screen. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you have gone into a working...
... display priority is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If you are using the built-in screen. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you have gone into a working...
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... DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. To verify your drive to an authorized service provider to 24-bit color, there may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 4 Ensure that the Display properties are using an external DVD-ROM or multi-function drive, make sure the drive's cable is properly connected to the computer. 2 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 3 Ensure that the disc...
... DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. To verify your drive to an authorized service provider to 24-bit color, there may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 4 Ensure that the Display properties are using an external DVD-ROM or multi-function drive, make sure the drive's cable is properly connected to the computer. 2 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 3 Ensure that the disc...
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... the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to access the screen saver option. on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. For more information, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on page 232. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your...
... the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to access the screen saver option. on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. For more information, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on page 232. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your...
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.... The ability to create a complete screen image. A small image displayed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. internal device - Internet - kilobyte (KB) - Memory cache built into the processor to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the TouchPad. Memory cache installed on the network. A group of data. hot key - (1) A feature in which certain keys in which only every other services. See device. K keyboard shortcut - See...
.... The ability to create a complete screen image. A small image displayed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. internal device - Internet - kilobyte (KB) - Memory cache built into the processor to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the TouchPad. Memory cache installed on the network. A group of data. hot key - (1) A feature in which certain keys in which only every other services. See device. K keyboard shortcut - See...
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... audio .wav files 137 audio features 134 Auto-Run 136 B backing up files 77 battery changing 116 charge indicator light 109 charge not lasting 181 charging 51 conserving power 113 disposal 121 low charge 112 monitoring power 109 not charging 180 power usage hot key 115 power usage mode 215 real-time clock (RTC) 106 removing 116 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 54 start 125 C CD creating 136 playing an audio 134 playing using Auto-Run 136 CD/DVD button functionality...
... audio .wav files 137 audio features 134 Auto-Run 136 B backing up files 77 battery changing 116 charge indicator light 109 charge not lasting 181 charging 51 conserving power 113 disposal 121 low charge 112 monitoring power 109 not charging 180 power usage hot key 115 power usage mode 215 real-time clock (RTC) 106 removing 116 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 54 start 125 C CD creating 136 playing an audio 134 playing using Auto-Run 136 CD/DVD button functionality...
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... disk or disk error message 172 not accessing disk drives 171 running on battery power 104 setting up 45, 56 turning off 65 warning resume failure message 171 computing tips 76 connecting to a power source 48 connection set up 128 control buttons 64 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 79 D desktop creating new icon 124 major features 124 desktop exploration 123 desktop icons 124 Device Manager 177 checking properties 178 disabling a device 178 devices keyboard 68 mouse 69 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch...
... disk or disk error message 172 not accessing disk drives 171 running on battery power 104 setting up 45, 56 turning off 65 warning resume failure message 171 computing tips 76 connecting to a power source 48 connection set up 128 control buttons 64 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 79 D desktop creating new icon 124 major features 124 desktop exploration 123 desktop icons 124 Device Manager 177 checking properties 178 disabling a device 178 devices keyboard 68 mouse 69 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch...
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... Index problems 188 troubleshooting 188 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 188 E environment computer-friendly 41 error messages device driver conflict 175 general hardware problem 175 non-system disk or disk error 172, 187 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 184 program has performed an illegal operation 169 warning resume failure 171 Error-checking 186 Ethernet LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 57 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 185 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 68 external...
... Index problems 188 troubleshooting 188 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 188 E environment computer-friendly 41 error messages device driver conflict 175 general hardware problem 175 non-system disk or disk error 172, 187 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 184 program has performed an illegal operation 169 warning resume failure 171 Error-checking 186 Ethernet LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 57 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 185 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 68 external...
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... changing 151 direct assign 150 popup 151 removing 151 key assignment viewing existing 151 key assignments changing or removing existing 151 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 79 hot keys 219 not working 171 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 182 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, full-size 78 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 68 L LCD power-saver 66 M main battery removing 116 memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 179 removing expansion slot cover 57 memory module inserting 59 installation 55 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
... changing 151 direct assign 150 popup 151 removing 151 key assignment viewing existing 151 key assignments changing or removing existing 151 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 79 hot keys 219 not working 171 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 182 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, full-size 78 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 68 L LCD power-saver 66 M main battery removing 116 memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 179 removing expansion slot cover 57 memory module inserting 59 installation 55 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
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... COM port 127 problem solving 194 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 66 connecting 67 not working 183 mouse installing 69 serial 69 N network accessing 128 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 128 networking wireless 128 O opening the display panel 52 other documentation 39 overlay keys 80 P password deleting a supervisor 157 disabling a user 155 supervisor set up 156 passwords instant, using 154 setting user 154 PC Card checklist 190 CIS (Card Information Structure) 190 computer stops working 191 configuring 141 errors 192 hot swapping 94 hot...
... COM port 127 problem solving 194 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 66 connecting 67 not working 183 mouse installing 69 serial 69 N network accessing 128 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 128 networking wireless 128 O opening the display panel 52 other documentation 39 overlay keys 80 P password deleting a supervisor 157 disabling a user 155 supervisor set up 156 passwords instant, using 154 setting user 154 PC Card checklist 190 CIS (Card Information Structure) 190 computer stops working 191 configuring 141 errors 192 hot swapping 94 hot...
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... 103 Startup menu problem solving 173 stored data protection 2 supervisor password, deleting 157 supervisor password, set up 156 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 68 Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 registering computer 47 worldwide offices 210 Toshiba Hardware Setup 161 Toshiba online resources 103 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 163 disable/enable 167 Toshiba utilities 147 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 DVD-ROM drive 188 external keyboard 182 keyboard...
... 103 Startup menu problem solving 173 stored data protection 2 supervisor password, deleting 157 supervisor password, set up 156 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 68 Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 registering computer 47 worldwide offices 210 Toshiba Hardware Setup 161 Toshiba online resources 103 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 163 disable/enable 167 Toshiba utilities 147 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 DVD-ROM drive 188 external keyboard 182 keyboard...