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... as possible. 5 Connection to party line service is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will be advised of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first...
... as possible. 5 Connection to party line service is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will be advised of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first...
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... 47 Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 50 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 55 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 63 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 64 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using external display...
... 47 Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 50 Removing a memory module 54 Checking total memory 55 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 63 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 64 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using external display...
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... using the SD card 132 Removing an SD card 133 Using the Ultra SlimBay 133 Removing a module from the Ultra SlimBay ...134 Inserting a module into the Ultra SlimBay.......135 Using an expansion device 135 Using an Optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator with your computer 136 Chapter 5: Utilities 137 TOSHIBA Assist 138 Connect 139 Secure 140 Protect & Fix 141 Optimize 142 TOSHIBA Application Installer 143 Setting passwords 144 Using an instant password 144 Using a supervisor password 144 Using a user password...
... using the SD card 132 Removing an SD card 133 Using the Ultra SlimBay 133 Removing a module from the Ultra SlimBay ...134 Inserting a module into the Ultra SlimBay.......135 Using an expansion device 135 Using an Optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator with your computer 136 Chapter 5: Utilities 137 TOSHIBA Assist 138 Connect 139 Secure 140 Protect & Fix 141 Optimize 142 TOSHIBA Application Installer 143 Setting passwords 144 Using an instant password 144 Using a supervisor password 144 Using a user password...
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... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module A memory module can be installed in the memory module slot on page 111. otherwise, skip to follow these directions could result in good condition. If the computer is in minor bodily injury. Allow the module to cool to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may also be hot. The Turn off...
... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module A memory module can be installed in the memory module slot on page 111. otherwise, skip to follow these directions could result in good condition. If the computer is in minor bodily injury. Allow the module to cool to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may also be hot. The Turn off...
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... memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to locate the memory module slot cover. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) 5 Close the display panel...
... memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to locate the memory module slot cover. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) 5 Close the display panel...
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... least ten seconds, then turn it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module If you turn the power on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra memory after setting up slightly. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in Standby or Hibernation mode.
... least ten seconds, then turn it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module If you turn the power on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra memory after setting up slightly. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in Standby or Hibernation mode.
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... a charged battery" on page 112. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 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. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module...
... a charged battery" on page 112. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 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. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module...
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.... 56 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 50), and then check that you create recovery CDs/DVDs before using a writable drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default. ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you may have created intact, for example, a D: drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to recover your hard disk drive or reinstall...
.... 56 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 50), and then check that you create recovery CDs/DVDs before using a writable drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default. ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you may have created intact, for example, a D: drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to recover your hard disk drive or reinstall...
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... a mouse or trackball. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your finger up or down along the bottom edge of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. The primary button usually corresponds to the left -hand) button. To scroll vertically, run your program's documentation to determine whether it uses the right mouse button. To change the enable/ disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices Scrolling...
... a mouse or trackball. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your finger up or down along the bottom edge of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. The primary button usually corresponds to the left -hand) button. To scroll vertically, run your program's documentation to determine whether it uses the right mouse button. To change the enable/ disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. 66 Getting Started Using external display devices Scrolling...
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... want to save the password to a text file on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. NOTE This will remove the user password only. The Toshiba Password Utility window appears. 147 (Sample Image) Toshiba Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your choice, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file. 8 Click OK to remove the user password. Utilities Setting passwords 3 Click the User Password icon. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the...
... want to save the password to a text file on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. NOTE This will remove the user password only. The Toshiba Password Utility window appears. 147 (Sample Image) Toshiba Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your choice, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file. 8 Click OK to remove the user password. Utilities Setting passwords 3 Click the User Password icon. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the...
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... support bulletin by the computer. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start from an AC adaptor that required by name). 4 Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet, preferably in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If the computer starts normally, there may have to change the system in a different room. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating...
... support bulletin by the computer. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start from an AC adaptor that required by name). 4 Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet, preferably in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If the computer starts normally, there may have to change the system in a different room. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating...
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... return the display priority to activate the screen. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is not set for an external monitor. Try using is blank. Nothing happens when you press the keys on , press Fn + F10 to turn off , make sure the software you are using a different make sure the display priority is on the external keyboard. Using the computer's TouchPad, click Start, then either Shut Down or Turn off the...
... return the display priority to activate the screen. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is not set for an external monitor. Try using is blank. Nothing happens when you press the keys on , press Fn + F10 to turn off , make sure the software you are using a different make sure the display priority is on the external keyboard. Using the computer's TouchPad, click Start, then either Shut Down or Turn off the...
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.... Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on (the Wi-Fi® light will not receive or transmit properly. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer technician. ❖ If your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web...
.... Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on (the Wi-Fi® light will not receive or transmit properly. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer technician. ❖ If your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web...
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... in new firmware releases. Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in the System Tray (far-right portion of available wireless networks, but does not create a wireless connection using the device, since the connection would not be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 199 ❖ Enter IPCONFIG /ALL and press Enter. ❖ The IP address for each active network adapter...
... in new firmware releases. Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in the System Tray (far-right portion of available wireless networks, but does not create a wireless connection using the device, since the connection would not be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 199 ❖ Enter IPCONFIG /ALL and press Enter. ❖ The IP address for each active network adapter...
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... configuration will be a recent backup of your computer system is clicked, a description of the Restore Point will appear. Other Restore Points may have been created automatically by the Windows® operating system. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into the computer's optical drive. 2 A menu of options will appear in the My Documents folder to the right. Select Open writable CD folder using Windows...
... configuration will be a recent backup of your computer system is clicked, a description of the Restore Point will appear. Other Restore Points may have been created automatically by the Windows® operating system. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into the computer's optical drive. 2 A menu of options will appear in the My Documents folder to the right. Select Open writable CD folder using Windows...
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... display that enables any other on the network. internal device - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. A type of the display, creating light and dark pixels. The ability to add or remove devices from a storage device (such as a hard disk...
... display that enables any other on the network. internal device - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. A type of the display, creating light and dark pixels. The ability to add or remove devices from a storage device (such as a hard disk...
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... adding memory 49 adjusting recording quality 128 Alt keys 85 audio files 127 audio features 127 B backing up files 83 battery alarms 108 changing 110 charge indicator light 46, 105 charge not lasting 187 charging 44, 46 conserving power 108 disposal 115 low charge 107 monitoring power 46, 105 not charging 186 power profile 213 power profile hot key 110 real-time clock (RTC) 102 removing 111 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 49, 57 start 119 C CD creating...
... adding memory 49 adjusting recording quality 128 Alt keys 85 audio files 127 audio features 127 B backing up files 83 battery alarms 108 changing 110 charge indicator light 46, 105 charge not lasting 187 charging 44, 46 conserving power 108 disposal 115 low charge 107 monitoring power 46, 105 not charging 186 power profile 213 power profile hot key 110 real-time clock (RTC) 102 removing 111 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 49, 57 start 119 C CD creating...
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... a power source 44 connection set up 123 control buttons 66 Ctrl keys 85 D desktop creating new icon 118 major features 118 desktop exploration 117 desktop icons 118 Device Manager 184 checking properties 185 disabling a device 184 devices keyboard 68 mouse 68 Disk Defragmenter 191 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 190 running slow 191 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 192 connecting 70 external, connecting 70 display...
... a power source 44 connection set up 123 control buttons 66 Ctrl keys 85 D desktop creating new icon 118 major features 118 desktop exploration 117 desktop icons 118 Device Manager 184 checking properties 185 disabling a device 184 devices keyboard 68 mouse 68 Disk Defragmenter 191 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 190 running slow 191 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 192 connecting 70 external, connecting 70 display...
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... 84 function keys 85 hot keys 217 not working 178 overlay keys 86 troubleshooting 188 using 84 Windows® special keys 85 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, full-size 84 L lock computer, using 80 M main battery removing 111 memory adding 49 problem solving 185 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 50 removing 55 microphone 127 modem connecting to telephone line 121 determining COM port 120 problem solving 197 resetting port to default settings 120 upgrading 120 monitor 66 connecting 66 not working 189 mouse installing 68 mouse utility 156 N network accessing...
... 84 function keys 85 hot keys 217 not working 178 overlay keys 86 troubleshooting 188 using 84 Windows® special keys 85 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, full-size 84 L lock computer, using 80 M main battery removing 111 memory adding 49 problem solving 185 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 50 removing 55 microphone 127 modem connecting to telephone line 121 determining COM port 120 problem solving 197 resetting port to default settings 120 upgrading 120 monitor 66 connecting 66 not working 189 mouse installing 68 mouse utility 156 N network accessing...
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... Device Manager 184 disabling a device 184 disk drive is slow 191 display is blank 188 external display not working 190 external monitor 189 faulty memory 185 hardware conflict 182, 183 high-pitched noise 193 illegal operation 177 Internet bookmarked site not found 182 Internet connection is slow 181 keyboard not responding 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 190 modem not receiving or transmitting 197 no sound 193 non-system disk or disk error 179, 192 PC Card...
... Device Manager 184 disabling a device 184 disk drive is slow 191 display is blank 188 external display not working 190 external monitor 189 faulty memory 185 hardware conflict 182, 183 high-pitched noise 193 illegal operation 177 Internet bookmarked site not found 182 Internet connection is slow 181 keyboard not responding 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 190 modem not receiving or transmitting 197 no sound 193 non-system disk or disk error 179, 192 PC Card...