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..., please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If trouble is to provide you to maintain uninterrupted service. Telephone Company Procedures The goal of 0.3). If these changes might affect your service or the operation of each transmitted page or on the label. If Problems Arise If this change. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the...
..., please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If trouble is to provide you to maintain uninterrupted service. Telephone Company Procedures The goal of 0.3). If these changes might affect your service or the operation of each transmitted page or on the label. If Problems Arise If this change. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the...
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... Opening the display panel 51 Your computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Using the Dual Mode Pad 61 Scrolling with the Dual Mode Pad 62 Using the Control buttons 63 Using Tap Zones 63 Using the Virtual Buttons 63 Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad .........65 Using external display devices 65 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 66 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Using an external keyboard 68 Using a mouse...
... Opening the display panel 51 Your computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Using the Dual Mode Pad 61 Scrolling with the Dual Mode Pad 62 Using the Control buttons 63 Using Tap Zones 63 Using the Virtual Buttons 63 Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad .........65 Using external display devices 65 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 66 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Using an external keyboard 68 Using a mouse...
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... 139 Removing an ExpressCard 140 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 140 Inserting memory media 141 Removing memory media 141 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 143 TOSHIBA Assist 144 Connect 145 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor or user password 150 TOSHIBA Password Utility 152 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility 155 Mouse Utility 156 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 157 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 159 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer...
... 139 Removing an ExpressCard 140 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 140 Inserting memory media 141 Removing memory media 141 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 143 TOSHIBA Assist 144 Connect 145 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor or user password 150 TOSHIBA Password Utility 152 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility 155 Mouse Utility 156 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 157 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 159 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer...
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...; Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 53). ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 68). ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 68). ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 65). ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 69). ❖ Connect an external CD/DVD drive (see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 92). ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 44...
...; Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 53). ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 68). ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 68). ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 65). ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 69). ❖ Connect an external CD/DVD drive (see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 92). ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 44...
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... mode, data will be installed in good condition. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for a long time, the memory module will need a standard Phillips screwdriver for this happens, let the module cool to room temperature before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can install...
... mode, data will be installed in good condition. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for a long time, the memory module will need a standard Phillips screwdriver for this happens, let the module cool to room temperature before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can install...
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... damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of...
... damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of...
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.... You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 54 to work.
.... You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 54 to work.
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... Dual Mode Pad 61 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you would like to move your finger on certain models) The Dual Mode Pad, the small square cutout located...
... Dual Mode Pad 61 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you would like to move your finger on certain models) The Dual Mode Pad, the small square cutout located...
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... Hardware. 3 Click Mouse Properties. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. To change the Dual Mode Pad setting: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can also connect an external display device to disable or enable the Dual Mode Pad (see "Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad" on page 227). Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can be used to the available video ports: ❖ An external monitor...
... Hardware. 3 Click Mouse Properties. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. To change the Dual Mode Pad setting: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can also connect an external display device to disable or enable the Dual Mode Pad (see "Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad" on page 227). Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can be used to the available video ports: ❖ An external monitor...
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...+F9 turns off the Dual Mode Pad. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on page 220. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility" on page 155, or "Hot Keys" on the computer. Windows special keys Windows key Application key (Sample Illustration) Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with...
...+F9 turns off the Dual Mode Pad. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on page 220. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility" on page 155, or "Hot Keys" on the computer. Windows special keys Windows key Application key (Sample Illustration) Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with...
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... screen does not look right. If you experience any key to restart the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or...
... screen does not look right. If you experience any key to restart the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or...
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... to the computer is registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you to activate the screen. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key. The screen reactivates and allows you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is firmly plugged into effect. 191...
... to the computer is registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you to activate the screen. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key. The screen reactivates and allows you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is firmly plugged into effect. 191...
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...; Click on the Settings tab and check the Color Palette. 206 If Something Goes Wrong 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. 3 Ensure that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other...
...; Click on the Settings tab and check the Color Palette. 206 If Something Goes Wrong 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. 3 Ensure that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other...
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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 ConfigFree. 231 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. Starting ConfigFree To start and set up and using ConfigFree, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you switch between network configurations. Click Options...
...; Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on setting up ConfigFree. 231 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. Starting ConfigFree To start and set up and using ConfigFree, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you switch between network configurations. Click Options...
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... many Toshiba notebook computers that can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. A 3.5-inch diskette that activates a memory resident program. Also called "system bus." Their function is referred to add or remove devices from it was when the computer was turned off . H hard disk - Hibernation - function keys - By default, the hard disk is determined by the operating system and/or individual programs. G ground - hardware - Compare software. 262 Glossary format - (verb...
... many Toshiba notebook computers that can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. A 3.5-inch diskette that activates a memory resident program. Also called "system bus." Their function is referred to add or remove devices from it was when the computer was turned off . H hard disk - Hibernation - function keys - By default, the hard disk is determined by the operating system and/or individual programs. G ground - hardware - Compare software. 262 Glossary format - (verb...
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... memory 53 adding external devices 46 adding memory 53 adjusting recording quality 134 Alt keys 83 audio .wav files 133 audio features 133 Auto-Run 97 B backing up files 82 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 106 charge not lasting 189 charging 50 conserving power 111 disposal 118 low charge 109 monitoring power 106 not charging 188 power schemes hot key 113 power usage mode 223 real-time clock (RTC) 103 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media slot 140 button power...
... memory 53 adding external devices 46 adding memory 53 adjusting recording quality 134 Alt keys 83 audio .wav files 133 audio features 133 Auto-Run 97 B backing up files 82 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 106 charge not lasting 189 charging 50 conserving power 111 disposal 118 low charge 109 monitoring power 106 not charging 188 power schemes hot key 113 power usage mode 223 real-time clock (RTC) 103 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media slot 140 button power...
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... diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 195 cannot read a diskette 195 connecting 71 external, connecting 71 display does not look normal/flickers 192 external monitor not working 193 screen is blank 191 display device external 65 display output settings 66 display, external adjusting 68 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 118 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 184 double-click 63 drive in-use indicator light 93 Drive light 42 Drive-in-use light 72 DVD player general problems 206 Optical Drive problems 196 troubleshooting 196 DVI video port...
... diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 195 cannot read a diskette 195 connecting 71 external, connecting 71 display does not look normal/flickers 192 external monitor not working 193 screen is blank 191 display device external 65 display output settings 66 display, external adjusting 68 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 118 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 184 double-click 63 drive in-use indicator light 93 Drive light 42 Drive-in-use light 72 DVD player general problems 206 Optical Drive problems 196 troubleshooting 196 DVI video port...
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... working 193 mouse 68 external devices 46 external diskette drive connecting 71 external display, adjusting 68 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 194 FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" 3 FCC requirements 4 file extensions 90 file, backing up 82 files backing up 91 printing 90 restoring 92 saving 88 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 163 Fn keys 83 function keys 84 H hard disk light 72 hardware conflicts 183 resolving 185 headphones using 135 Help and Support Windows...
... working 193 mouse 68 external devices 46 external diskette drive connecting 71 external display, adjusting 68 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 194 FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" 3 FCC requirements 4 file extensions 90 file, backing up 82 files backing up 91 printing 90 restoring 92 saving 88 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 163 Fn keys 83 function keys 84 H hard disk light 72 hardware conflicts 183 resolving 185 headphones using 135 Help and Support Windows...
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... working 179 troubleshooting 190 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 68 L light drive in-use indicator 93 M main battery removing 114 Main battery light 49 memory adding 53 expansion slots 54 problem solving 187 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module inserting 57 installation 54 removing 60 microphone 133 modem determining COM port 125 problem solving 202 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 modem default 125 monitor 65 connecting 66 not working 191 mouse installing 68 serial 68 N network 127 accessing 127 networking wireless 127 O opening the display panel...
... working 179 troubleshooting 190 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 68 L light drive in-use indicator 93 M main battery removing 114 Main battery light 49 memory adding 53 expansion slots 54 problem solving 187 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module inserting 57 installation 54 removing 60 microphone 133 modem determining COM port 125 problem solving 202 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 modem default 125 monitor 65 connecting 66 not working 191 mouse installing 68 serial 68 N network 127 accessing 127 networking wireless 127 O opening the display panel...
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... power schemes hot key 113 power source 47 power usage modes 112 powering down using Standby 76, 77 precautions 40 primary button 63 printer local, connecting 69 problem solving 201 printing a file 90 problem solving AC power 188 accessing disk drives 179 battery charge does not last 189 battery not charging 188 cannot insert diskette in drive 195 cannot read a diskette 195 changing display properties 192 checking device properties 186 computer hangs when PC Card...
... power schemes hot key 113 power source 47 power usage modes 112 powering down using Standby 76, 77 precautions 40 primary button 63 printer local, connecting 69 problem solving 201 printing a file 90 problem solving AC power 188 accessing disk drives 179 battery charge does not last 189 battery not charging 188 cannot insert diskette in drive 195 cannot read a diskette 195 changing display properties 192 checking device properties 186 computer hangs when PC Card...