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... for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you to make changes in writing, to the telephone network, the telephone company will give you notice, in their equipment, operations or procedures. In order to...
... for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you to make changes in writing, to the telephone network, the telephone company will give you notice, in their equipment, operations or procedures. In order to...
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... Starting Fn-esse 161 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix 172 Problems when you turn on the computer............174 The Windows ® operating system is not working..176 Using Startup options to fix problems...
... Starting Fn-esse 161 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix 172 Problems when you turn on the computer............174 The Windows ® operating system is not working..176 Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 Standby mode 219 Hibernation mode 220 Display modes 221 Display brightness 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad...
... system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 Standby mode 219 Hibernation mode 220 Display modes 221 Display brightness 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad...
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... remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 56 Getting Started Adding memory For more information on memory options, check the accessories information that came with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or both. One slot is under the keyboard and should only be accessed by removing and replacing the memory module in that is in good condition. You will be upgraded by a Toshiba authorized service...
... remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 56 Getting Started Adding memory For more information on memory options, check the accessories information that came with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or both. One slot is under the keyboard and should only be accessed by removing and replacing the memory module in that is in good condition. You will be upgraded by a Toshiba authorized service...
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... the memory module will click to work. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. Grease or dust on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17 Restart the computer. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module...
... the memory module will click to work. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. Grease or dust on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17 Restart the computer. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module...
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... following: Press the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not try to shut down for at least ten seconds, then turn it correctly as described in Standby mode. You can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer...
... following: Press the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not try to shut down for at least ten seconds, then turn it correctly as described in Standby mode. You can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer...
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62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. 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 of "Adding memory" starting on page 55. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that...
62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. 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 of "Adding memory" starting on page 55. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that...
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... RGB (monitor) port on . ❖ If you need a larger screen. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer if you have an action feature set , the computer will perform either: Nothing, Standby, Hibernate, or Turn Off (see "Setting user passwords" on page 150). Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to a live electrical outlet. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but...
... RGB (monitor) port on . ❖ If you need a larger screen. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer if you have an action feature set , the computer will perform either: Nothing, Standby, Hibernate, or Turn Off (see "Setting user passwords" on page 150). Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to a live electrical outlet. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but...
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... Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with icons execute specific functions on the front of the keyboard. This overlay lets you would using the 10-key keypad on page 216. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. 80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys...
... Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with icons execute specific functions on the front of the keyboard. This overlay lets you would using the 10-key keypad on page 216. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. 80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys...
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... of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from anywhere in...
... of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from anywhere in...
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... double-clicking TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. They are: ❖ General-Allows you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. or Popup... and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available...
... double-clicking TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. They are: ❖ General-Allows you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. or Popup... and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available...
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... a long time to start. ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. If you experience any of time. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." Make sure there is a diskette in the Startup menu to fix the problem. If pressing any key to continue. 176...
... a long time to start. ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. If you experience any of time. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." Make sure there is a diskette in the Startup menu to fix the problem. If pressing any key to continue. 176...
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... make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. You may have gone into a working . If you 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...
... make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. You may have gone into a working . If you 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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... a video format error. For general problems playing a DVD title, try again. If it does, the utility may be set to get it is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that vendor's support group for further advice. 202 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance...
... a video format error. For general problems playing a DVD title, try again. If it does, the utility may be set to get it is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that vendor's support group for further advice. 202 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance...
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... main screen, and how to devices. 226 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you switch between network configurations. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. For more detailed information on the taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to connect with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets...
... main screen, and how to devices. 226 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you switch between network configurations. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. For more detailed information on the taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to connect with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets...
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... screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. Internet - K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you use to help improve processing speed. Memory cache installed on the network. LAN (local area network) - I icon - internal device - hot swapping - Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any device to add or remove devices from...
... screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. Internet - K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you use to help improve processing speed. Memory cache installed on the network. LAN (local area network) - I icon - internal device - hot swapping - Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any device to add or remove devices from...
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... disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 171 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 188 external monitor not working 189 screen is blank 187 display device external 67 display modes hot key 221 display output settings 68 display panel closing 67 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries...
... disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 171 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 188 external monitor not working 189 screen is blank 187 display device external 67 display modes hot key 221 display output settings 68 display panel closing 67 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries...
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... problems 202 DVD-ROM drive problems 192 troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E energy saving features 106 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 58 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 69 external...
... problems 202 DVD-ROM drive problems 192 troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E energy saving features 106 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 58 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 69 external...
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... K key assign 163 changing 164 direct assign 163 popup 164 removing 164 key assignment viewing existing 164 key assignments changing or removing existing 164 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 80 hot keys 223 not working 175 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 69 keyboard, full-size 79 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 69 L LCD power-saver 67 M memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 installation 56 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
... K key assign 163 changing 164 direct assign 163 popup 164 removing 164 key assignment viewing existing 164 key assignments changing or removing existing 164 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 80 hot keys 223 not working 175 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 69 keyboard, full-size 79 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 69 L LCD power-saver 67 M memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 installation 56 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
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... password, set up 149 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 69 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 worldwide offices 214 Toshiba Hardware Setup 165 Toshiba online resources 105 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 disable/enable 171 Toshiba utilities 146 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning off the computer 66 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 54 U user password, disabling 152 user passwords
... password, set up 149 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 69 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 worldwide offices 214 Toshiba Hardware Setup 165 Toshiba online resources 105 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 disable/enable 171 Toshiba utilities 146 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning off the computer 66 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 54 U user password, disabling 152 user passwords