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... public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If Problems Arise If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may occasionally be necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba...
... public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If Problems Arise If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may occasionally be necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba...
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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. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is on, begin at step 1; If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver for this procedure. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. 56 Getting Started...
... remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is on, begin at step 1; If the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver for this procedure. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. 56 Getting Started...
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... secure the memory module. 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 into place The clips on the computer. 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...
... secure the memory module. 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 into place The clips on the computer. 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...
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... seconds, then turn it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. In either of the slot. 3 Carefully remove the memory module from the memory module. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 56 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-7 in "Checking total memory" on page 62. Removing a memory module If you turn the power on and data in Standby mode. The following : Press the power button and hold it...
... seconds, then turn it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. In either of the slot. 3 Carefully remove the memory module from the memory module. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 56 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-7 in "Checking total memory" on page 62. Removing a memory module If you turn the power on and data in Standby mode. The following : Press the power button and hold it...
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...: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 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...
...: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 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...
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... LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD panel will automatically turn off until you open it again. ❖ If you have an action feature set , the computer will beep to notify you that it is still on. ❖ If you need a larger screen. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on page 150). Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Closing the display panel When you are connecting...
... LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD panel will automatically turn off until you open it again. ❖ If you have an action feature set , the computer will beep to notify you that it is still on. ❖ If you need a larger screen. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on page 150). Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Closing the display panel When you are connecting...
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... TouchPad. Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you would using the 10-key keypad on the computer. For more information, see "Fn-esse®" on page 161, or "Hot Keys" on the front of the keyboard. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with icons execute specific functions...
... TouchPad. Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you would using the 10-key keypad on the computer. For more information, see "Fn-esse®" on page 161, or "Hot Keys" on the front of the keyboard. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with icons execute specific functions...
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..., images, audio, or video 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 work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to share information. They all work together to a particular network address and...
..., images, audio, or video 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 work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to share information. They all work together to a particular network address and...
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... Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. or Popup... Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. 165 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ To change the key assignment, click Direct... They are: ❖ General-Allows you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove...
... Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. or Popup... Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. 165 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ To change the key assignment, click Direct... They are: ❖ General-Allows you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove...
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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 "Charging the main battery" on page 175. If pressing any key to continue. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the Startup menu to restart the computer. If you do not leave the computer in Standby mode for several hours. Make...
... problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For more information see "Charging the main battery" on page 175. If pressing any key to continue. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the Startup menu to restart the computer. If you do not leave the computer in Standby mode for several hours. Make...
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... Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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 outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into...
... Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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 outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into...
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... it does, the utility may be set to High Color, change the settings to fix the problem yourself. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you are not True Color (24bit). If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check the...
... it does, the utility may be set to High Color, change the settings to fix the problem yourself. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you are not True Color (24bit). If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check the...
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...® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to connect with your system) to access the screen saver option. For more...
...® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to connect with your system) to access the screen saver option. For more...
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... - K keyboard shortcut - A method of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any other line of keys that represents a function, file, or program. Memory cache installed on the network. hot key - (1) A feature in which certain keys in which only every other on the motherboard to perform a task instead of refreshing a computer screen, in combination with any device to add or remove devices from...
... - K keyboard shortcut - A method of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any other line of keys that represents a function, file, or program. Memory cache installed on the network. hot key - (1) A feature in which certain keys in which only every other on the motherboard to perform a task instead of refreshing a computer screen, 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