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... Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for information. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your modem from its...
... Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for information. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your modem from its...
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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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...; 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. 46 Getting Started Adding external devices Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up...
...; 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. 46 Getting Started Adding external devices Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up...
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... you replace it. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. See "Setting up your software" on page 44. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slots on may...
... you replace it. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. See "Setting up your software" on page 44. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slots on may...
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... 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 the computer. Grease or dust on the connector...
... 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 the computer. Grease or dust on the connector...
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... battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 61. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you need to work. 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 shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module...
... battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 61. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you need to work. 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 shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module...
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... the main battery, see "Changing the main battery" on certain models) The Dual Mode Pad, the small square cutout located in the direction you can check that the module is sensitive to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and...
... the main battery, see "Changing the main battery" on certain models) The Dual Mode Pad, the small square cutout located in the direction you can check that the module is sensitive to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and...
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... TouchPad ON/OFF tab appears. 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is enabled by default. 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 or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. To change the Dual Mode Pad setting: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. Getting Started Using external display devices 65 Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad The Dual Mode Pad...
... TouchPad ON/OFF tab appears. 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is enabled by default. 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 or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. To change the Dual Mode Pad setting: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. Getting Started Using external display devices 65 Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad The Dual Mode Pad...
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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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... not want to save the password to exit. 153 TOSHIBA Password Utility (Sample Illustration) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 3 Click Set. 4 Enter a password, then enter it . This is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as the password service diskette. 7 Click OK to a text file on a diskette or media of the inability to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you...
... not want to save the password to exit. 153 TOSHIBA Password Utility (Sample Illustration) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 3 Click Set. 4 Enter a password, then enter it . This is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as the password service diskette. 7 Click OK to a text file on a diskette or media of the inability to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you...
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... in Standby mode for several hours. For more information see "The computer is no diskette in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Make sure there 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.
... in Standby mode for several hours. For more information see "The computer is no diskette in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Make sure there 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.
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... was turned on the external keyboard. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to its previous setting. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will restart and recognize the device. Click Start, Shut Down or Turn off computer, and Restart the computer using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is turned on the internal keyboard. Display...
... was turned on the external keyboard. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to its previous setting. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will restart and recognize the device. Click Start, Shut Down or Turn off computer, and Restart the computer using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is turned on the internal keyboard. Display...
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... case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If it cleaned. 206 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 and Themes, and...
... case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If it cleaned. 206 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 and Themes, and...
User Guide
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... to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to devices. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Connectivity Doctor screen to open the TOSHIBA Assist...
... to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to devices. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Connectivity Doctor screen to open the TOSHIBA Assist...
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See also bus. Their function is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. A storage device composed of programs and data. Hibernation - See also Standby, Suspend. hardware - Compare software. hot key - (1) A feature in a computer is determined by the operating system and/or individual programs. G ground - The primary (or only) hard disk in which all open files and programs, when...
See also bus. Their function is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. A storage device composed of programs and data. Hibernation - See also Standby, Suspend. hardware - Compare software. hot key - (1) A feature in a computer is determined by the operating system and/or individual programs. G ground - The primary (or only) hard disk in which all open files and programs, when...
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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 189 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 189 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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... 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 41 Drive-in-use light 72 DVD player general problems 206 DVD-ROM drive problems 196 troubleshooting 196 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 196 DVI video port...
... 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 41 Drive-in-use light 72 DVD player general problems 206 DVD-ROM drive problems 196 troubleshooting 196 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 196 DVI video port...
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... 90 restoring 92 saving 88 fingerprint enrollment 163 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 XP 182 Hibernation mode 73 configuring 76 starting again from 77 hot key display brightness 227 display modes 226 Hibernation mode 225 instant password security 221 keyboard 227 keyboard overlays 228 password security 221 power usage 223 power usage mode 223 Standby mode 224 volume mute 220 hot key power...
... 90 restoring 92 saving 88 fingerprint enrollment 163 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 XP 182 Hibernation mode 73 configuring 76 starting again from 77 hot key display brightness 227 display modes 226 Hibernation mode 225 instant password security 221 keyboard 227 keyboard overlays 228 password security 221 power usage 223 power usage mode 223 Standby mode 224 volume mute 220 hot key power...
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... K keyboard character keys 83 function keys 84 hot keys 228 not 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 problem solving 187 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module 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...
... K keyboard character keys 83 function keys 84 hot keys 228 not 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 problem solving 187 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module 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...
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... O opening the display panel 51 other documentation 37 P password deleting a supervisor 150 disabling a user 152 supervisor set up 150 types 149 passwords instant, using 149 setting 149 PC Card checklist 198 CIS (Card Information Structure) 198 computer stops working 199 configuring 138 errors 200 hot swapping fails 200 inserting 137 not recognized 200 problem solving 197, 199 removing 138, 140 setting up 138 Plug and Play 184 port COM 125 Ethernet LAN...
... O opening the display panel 51 other documentation 37 P password deleting a supervisor 150 disabling a user 152 supervisor set up 150 types 149 passwords instant, using 149 setting 149 PC Card checklist 198 CIS (Card Information Structure) 198 computer stops working 199 configuring 138 errors 200 hot swapping fails 200 inserting 137 not recognized 200 problem solving 197, 199 removing 138, 140 setting up 138 Plug and Play 184 port COM 125 Ethernet LAN...