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.... 2 Model: Satellite P25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES...
.... 2 Model: Satellite P25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES...
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... 46 Precautions 49 Setting up your computer 51 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........53 Adding external devices 53 Connecting the AC adapter 54 Charging the main battery 56 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 57 Turning on the power 57 Using the TouchPad 58 Control buttons 59 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 59 Installing additional memory (optional 60 Removing a memory module 64 Connecting a mouse 65 Connecting a printer 65 Setting up a printer 66...
... 46 Precautions 49 Setting up your computer 51 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........53 Adding external devices 53 Connecting the AC adapter 54 Charging the main battery 56 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 57 Turning on the power 57 Using the TouchPad 58 Control buttons 59 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 59 Installing additional memory (optional 60 Removing a memory module 64 Connecting a mouse 65 Connecting a printer 65 Setting up a printer 66...
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... on the Internet 158 Exploring video features 159 Changing the display properties setting 159 Display settings hot key 160 Exploring audio features 160 Recording sounds 160 Using a microphone 161 Adjusting recording settings 162 Using external speakers or headphones..........162 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse.........163 Using the Modular Bay 163 Removing a module from the Modular Bay.....163 Inserting a module into the Modular Bay ........165 Using PC Cards 165 PC Card supporting software 165 Inserting PC Cards 166 Removing PC Cards 167 Hot swapping 168...
... on the Internet 158 Exploring video features 159 Changing the display properties setting 159 Display settings hot key 160 Exploring audio features 160 Recording sounds 160 Using a microphone 161 Adjusting recording settings 162 Using external speakers or headphones..........162 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse.........163 Using the Modular Bay 163 Removing a module from the Modular Bay.....163 Inserting a module into the Modular Bay ........165 Using PC Cards 165 PC Card supporting software 165 Inserting PC Cards 166 Removing PC Cards 167 Hot swapping 168...
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... you need further assistance 193 Before you call 194 Contacting Toshiba 194 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 195 Appendix A: Hot Keys 199 Instant password security 199 Without a password 199 With a password 199 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 200 Sound 201 Power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 Hibernation mode 203 Display modes 204 Display modes 204 Enabling a wireless device 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 205 Keyboard hot keys 206 Appendix B: Power Cable...
... you need further assistance 193 Before you call 194 Contacting Toshiba 194 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 195 Appendix A: Hot Keys 199 Instant password security 199 Without a password 199 With a password 199 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 200 Sound 201 Power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 Hibernation mode 203 Display modes 204 Display modes 204 Enabling a wireless device 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 205 Keyboard hot keys 206 Appendix B: Power Cable...
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... cabling and connectors. The LAN port (RJ-45 jack) provides access to perform at maximum speed. USB peripherals have a single standard for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. The USB standard allows hot swapping of the CPU, do not block the cooling vents. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that it can continue to a Local Area Ether Ether Network (LAN) using a standard Ethernet® network cable...
... cabling and connectors. The LAN port (RJ-45 jack) provides access to perform at maximum speed. USB peripherals have a single standard for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. The USB standard allows hot swapping of the CPU, do not block the cooling vents. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that it can continue to a Local Area Ether Ether Network (LAN) using a standard Ethernet® network cable...
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... install or remove a memory module while the computer is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Fn + F9 shortcut can be lost. 60 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys. The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is in Stand by or Hibernation mode, data will be used...
... install or remove a memory module while the computer is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Fn + F9 shortcut can be lost. 60 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys. The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is in Stand by or Hibernation mode, data will be used...
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... and press down until the clips snap into position. Do not force the module into place. Inserting the memory module Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the expansion memory slot cover. Grease or dust on the computer. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 63 To avoid damaging the memory module, be level when secured in place.
... and press down until the clips snap into position. Do not force the module into place. Inserting the memory module Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the expansion memory slot cover. Grease or dust on the computer. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 63 To avoid damaging the memory module, be level when secured in place.
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... memory module diagonally to view the recognized memory. 14 If the computer does not recognize the memory, shut down the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 12 in step 8. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance...
... memory module diagonally to view the recognized memory. 14 If the computer does not recognize the memory, shut down the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 12 in step 8. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance...
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... the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. The caps lock light on the program you are using. Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - For more information, see your program documentation. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . the number and symbol keys are not affected. Windows...
... the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. The caps lock light on the program you are using. Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - For more information, see your program documentation. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . the number and symbol keys are not affected. Windows...
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... to share information. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to work together to maintain an Internet connection. Special programs called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). They all work with an Internet Service Provider ❖ Getting started ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from anywhere in the world. 156 Exploring Your Options An overview of using a specific Internet protocol called Web browsers...
... to share information. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to work together to maintain an Internet connection. Special programs called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). They all work with an Internet Service Provider ❖ Getting started ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from anywhere in the world. 156 Exploring Your Options An overview of using a specific Internet protocol called Web browsers...
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... components with your notebook as cables, attached to the RGB (monitor) port. 163 Exploring Your Options Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard and a mouse, you can work with you when you travel. You can also hot swap a module in damage to one of the three USB ports. You can connect an external monitor to your computer. Stop the module by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware You can be...
... components with your notebook as cables, attached to the RGB (monitor) port. 163 Exploring Your Options Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard and a mouse, you can work with you when you travel. You can also hot swap a module in damage to one of the three USB ports. You can connect an external monitor to your computer. Stop the module by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware You can be...
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.... a set up and use the files included in the operating system. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your computer's capabilities and usefulness. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Check the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is on) possible. Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your dealer. Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of Card and Socket Services...
.... a set up and use the files included in the operating system. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your computer's capabilities and usefulness. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Check the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is on) possible. Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your dealer. Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of Card and Socket Services...
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... change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. 173 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking) Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to your computer starts. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode...
... change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. 173 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking) Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to your computer starts. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode...
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... the cable connecting the external monitor to activate the screen. Display Auto Off may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). You have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is not set for an external monitor. If no password is...
... the cable connecting the external monitor to activate the screen. Display Auto Off may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). You have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is not set for an external monitor. If no password is...
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... secondary hard disks that can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. A 3.5-inch diskette that represents a function, file, or program. Compare software. I icon - The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the screen that holds 1.44 MB of a computer system. See also byte. The physical components of data. high-density diskette - hardware - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that activates a memory resident...
... secondary hard disks that can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. A 3.5-inch diskette that represents a function, file, or program. Compare software. I icon - The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the screen that holds 1.44 MB of a computer system. See also byte. The physical components of data. high-density diskette - hardware - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that activates a memory resident...
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... windows 127 hot key display modes 204 display settings 160 power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 wireless mode 205 hot keys display modes 204 instant password 199 keyboard functions 206 sound 201 hot swapping 165 precautions 168 Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) 156 I icon 116 desktop 117 moving to desktop 117 naming 124 safety 32 indicator panel keyboard 42 infrared port 39 inserting CDs and DVDs 85 PC Cards 166 installing main battery 109 interference statement 13 Internal/External mode 184 Internet...
... windows 127 hot key display modes 204 display settings 160 power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 wireless mode 205 hot keys display modes 204 instant password 199 keyboard functions 206 sound 201 hot swapping 165 precautions 168 Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) 156 I icon 116 desktop 117 moving to desktop 117 naming 124 safety 32 indicator panel keyboard 42 infrared port 39 inserting CDs and DVDs 85 PC Cards 166 installing main battery 109 interference statement 13 Internal/External mode 184 Internet...
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... control mode 42 disk activity 42 DVD-ROM/multifunction drive 42 hard disk drive 42, 58 numeric mode 43 on/off 41 lock slot 39 M main battery changing 109 removing 109 memory problem solving 179 removing 64 removing expansion slot cover 62 memory cards SD 38 memory module inserting 63 removing 64 microphone jack 39 Microsoft Internet Explorer 90 Microsoft Windows XP 115 minimizing 127 modem determining COM port 152 port 38, 90 problem solving 192 resetting port to default settings 152 upgrading 152 modem, using 90 modular bay 163 monitor connecting...
... control mode 42 disk activity 42 DVD-ROM/multifunction drive 42 hard disk drive 42, 58 numeric mode 43 on/off 41 lock slot 39 M main battery changing 109 removing 109 memory problem solving 179 removing 64 removing expansion slot cover 62 memory cards SD 38 memory module inserting 63 removing 64 microphone jack 39 Microsoft Internet Explorer 90 Microsoft Windows XP 115 minimizing 127 modem determining COM port 152 port 38, 90 problem solving 192 resetting port to default settings 152 upgrading 152 modem, using 90 modular bay 163 monitor connecting...
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... battery not charging 180 can't access disc 186 changing display properties 183 checking device properties 178 compact discs not running correctly 186 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 189 computer will not power up 172 contacting Toshiba 194 corrupted/damaged data files 185 Device Manager 177 disabling a device 178 disk drive is slow 185 display is blank 182 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive drive tray doesn't eject 186 external display not working 184 external keyboard not working 182 external monitor...
... battery not charging 180 can't access disc 186 changing display properties 183 checking device properties 178 compact discs not running correctly 186 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 189 computer will not power up 172 contacting Toshiba 194 corrupted/damaged data files 185 Device Manager 177 disabling a device 178 disk drive is slow 185 display is blank 182 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive drive tray doesn't eject 186 external display not working 184 external keyboard not working 182 external monitor...
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... 185 screen does not look right/flickers 183 system resources 176 Touchpad not responding 172 trouble prevention 192 URL address not found 174 using Startup options 173 warning resume failure 172 Windows XP not working 173 programs closing 130 not running correctly 185 starting 78 Web browsers 156 properties 134 R recharging main battery 103 RTC battery 104 recording adjusting quality 162 sounds 160 Recovery media...
... 185 screen does not look right/flickers 183 system resources 176 Touchpad not responding 172 trouble prevention 192 URL address not found 174 using Startup options 173 warning resume failure 172 Windows XP not working 173 programs closing 130 not running correctly 185 starting 78 Web browsers 156 properties 134 R recharging main battery 103 RTC battery 104 recording adjusting quality 162 sounds 160 Recovery media...
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... mode hot key 202 Standby 91, 93 low battery 107 mode 41 restarting 99 using 98 Start button 117 starting a program 78 starting up the computer from Standby 99 Startup menu problem solving 173 support for Windows 117 S-video 37 system indicator panel 41 System Restore 139 System Tools 139 system tray 118 T taskbar 117, 127 customizing 145 telephone line connecting the modem 90 text file 122 toolbars displaying in a window 150 Toshiba...
... mode hot key 202 Standby 91, 93 low battery 107 mode 41 restarting 99 using 98 Start button 117 starting a program 78 starting up the computer from Standby 99 Startup menu problem solving 173 support for Windows 117 S-video 37 system indicator panel 41 System Restore 139 System Tools 139 system tray 118 T taskbar 117, 127 customizing 145 telephone line connecting the modem 90 text file 122 toolbars displaying in a window 150 Toshiba...