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... a computer-friendly environment....... 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 44 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 47 Installing additional memory (optional 48 Connecting a mouse 52 Connecting a printer 52 Connecting a USB printer 52 Using external display devices 53 Connecting an external monitor 53 Directing...
... a computer-friendly environment....... 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 44 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 47 Installing additional memory (optional 48 Connecting a mouse 52 Connecting a printer 52 Connecting a USB printer 52 Using external display devices 53 Connecting an external monitor 53 Directing...
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... conflict 242 A plan of action 242 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 242 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 243 Memory module problems 245 Power and the batteries 246 Keyboard problems 247 Display problems 248 Disk drive problems 250 DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/...263 Modem problems 264 Develop good computing habits 264 If you need further assistance 265 Before you call 266 Contacting Toshiba 266 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 267 Toshiba's worldwide offices 268 Appendix A: Hot Keys 271 Volume Mute 271 Instant password security 272 Without a password 272 ...
... conflict 242 A plan of action 242 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 242 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 243 Memory module problems 245 Power and the batteries 246 Keyboard problems 247 Display problems 248 Disk drive problems 250 DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/...263 Modem problems 264 Develop good computing habits 264 If you need further assistance 265 Before you call 266 Contacting Toshiba 266 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 267 Toshiba's worldwide offices 268 Appendix A: Hot Keys 271 Volume Mute 271 Instant password security 272 Without a password 272 ...
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... information equipment. The SmartMedia card slot supports 8 MB (3.3V), 16 MB (3.3V), 32 MB (3.3V), 64 MB (3.3V) and 128 MB (3.3V) SmartMedia Random Access Memory (RAM) cards. The PC Card eject buttons release PC Cards from the corresponding slots. The SD card slot holds a highly secure, stamp-size flash... memory card with a variety of the CPU, make sure you don't block the cooling vents. The RGB (monitor) port allows you to connect USB peripherals to ...
... information equipment. The SmartMedia card slot supports 8 MB (3.3V), 16 MB (3.3V), 32 MB (3.3V), 64 MB (3.3V) and 128 MB (3.3V) SmartMedia Random Access Memory (RAM) cards. The PC Card eject buttons release PC Cards from the corresponding slots. The SD card slot holds a highly secure, stamp-size flash... memory card with a variety of the CPU, make sure you don't block the cooling vents. The RGB (monitor) port allows you to connect USB peripherals to ...
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... disc player, or makes the disc player pause if it is currently playing. Underside *Optional Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover Subwoofer speaker Modem cover Expansion memory slot cover Battery cover Battery release latch Hard disk drive cover The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless...
... disc player, or makes the disc player pause if it is currently playing. Underside *Optional Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover Subwoofer speaker Modem cover Expansion memory slot cover Battery cover Battery release latch Hard disk drive cover The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless...
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See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 48 for detailed information. The expansion memory slot cover protects the slots where you insert additional memory. Finding Your Way Around Underside 39 The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive.
See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 48 for detailed information. The expansion memory slot cover protects the slots where you insert additional memory. Finding Your Way Around Underside 39 The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive.
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...must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. Getting Started Setting up your computer 47 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to-date with information about new products and upgrades, and also extends your computer. You can ...register your computer with Toshiba by doubleclicking the icon on your desktop or by mailing the registration card that may also want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 48) ❖ Connect a mouse (see ...
...must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. Getting Started Setting up your computer 47 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to-date with information about new products and upgrades, and also extends your computer. You can ...register your computer with Toshiba by doubleclicking the icon on your desktop or by mailing the registration card that may also want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 48) ❖ Connect a mouse (see ...
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... 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to step 3. 1 If the computer is on , click Start, Turn Off Computer. There are two memory slots. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. If the computer is on...operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. You may have both slots occupied. Your system may want to increase the computer's memory if you use a standard Phillips no . 1 screwdriver to run most of data. 48 Getting Started Setting up your computer ❖ Install a ...
... 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to step 3. 1 If the computer is on , click Start, Turn Off Computer. There are two memory slots. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. If the computer is on...operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. You may have both slots occupied. Your system may want to increase the computer's memory if you use a standard Phillips no . 1 screwdriver to run most of data. 48 Getting Started Setting up your computer ❖ Install a ...
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Expansion memory slot cover Base of the computer 6 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that you can retrieve them later. Getting Started Setting up your computer 49 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover to the memory slot. Removing the memory slot cover screws 7 Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover.
Expansion memory slot cover Base of the computer 6 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that you can retrieve them later. Getting Started Setting up your computer 49 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover to the memory slot. Removing the memory slot cover screws 7 Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover.
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...the connectors may have built up your computer CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. To avoid damaging the memory module, be level when secured in place. Do not force the module into place. The memory module should be careful not to discharge any static electricity you insert into the ... by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket. 10 Gently press down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to touch its gold connector bar (...
...the connectors may have built up your computer CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. To avoid damaging the memory module, be level when secured in place. Do not force the module into place. The memory module should be careful not to discharge any static electricity you insert into the ... by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket. 10 Gently press down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to touch its gold connector bar (...
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...pops up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized the change. If you are adding extra memory after setting up your computer 51 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables ...you can now continue setting up . 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally out of the slot. 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 11 through 7 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 51. Getting Started Setting up the computer, verify that the computer ...
...pops up the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized the change. If you are adding extra memory after setting up your computer 51 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables ...you can now continue setting up . 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally out of the slot. 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 11 through 7 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 51. Getting Started Setting up the computer, verify that the computer ...
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... work stays in a safe place. 84 You will lose all unsaved work frequently. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your work , if, for details...
... work stays in a safe place. 84 You will lose all unsaved work frequently. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. See your software documentation for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your work , if, for details...
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and the digital audio file If a DVD is in the drive, begins to play . CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM drive power is in the drive, WinDVDTM starts and the DVD begins to play . CD/DVD player mode and you ...press the mode button DVD-ROM drive power turns off If a CD is in the drive, the TOSHIBA MEDIA TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER starts and the PLAYER starts and the digital audio file begins to digital audio file begins to play . play . If a DVD is...
and the digital audio file If a DVD is in the drive, begins to play . CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM drive power is in the drive, WinDVDTM starts and the DVD begins to play . CD/DVD player mode and you ...press the mode button DVD-ROM drive power turns off If a CD is in the drive, the TOSHIBA MEDIA TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER starts and the PLAYER starts and the digital audio file begins to digital audio file begins to play . play . If a DVD is...
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..., wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. This is turned off the computer ❖ Stand by, which saves the current operating state to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which restarts the computer Each option has its advantages. 108 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Powering...
..., wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. This is turned off the computer ❖ Stand by, which saves the current operating state to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which restarts the computer Each option has its advantages. 108 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Powering...
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...in which you need to reload the operating system, for example to activate changes to system settings. Use it when you left it from memory. Since Hibernation does not require power to the hard disk. But it . Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut... being retrieved from the hard disk instead of from the hard disk takes longer than the Turn Off or Shut down option. Restoring information from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ...
...in which you need to reload the operating system, for example to activate changes to system settings. Use it when you left it from memory. Since Hibernation does not require power to the hard disk. But it . Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut... being retrieved from the hard disk instead of from the hard disk takes longer than the Turn Off or Shut down option. Restoring information from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ...
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... and files you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system, or are using . Factors to consider when choosing Stand by: ❖ While in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you power down Stand by command The Stand by command puts the...
... and files you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system, or are using . Factors to consider when choosing Stand by: ❖ While in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you power down Stand by command The Stand by command puts the...
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... by command and the battery discharges fully, your work often. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Stand by from the drop-down . Be sure to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The computer saves the state of a domain, power off computer window 2 Click Stand By.... The on /off light blinks green to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. 120 Learning the Basics Using Stand by The Turn off light ( On ) blinks amber indicating...
... by command and the battery discharges fully, your work often. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Stand by from the drop-down . Be sure to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The computer saves the state of a domain, power off computer window 2 Click Stand By.... The on /off light blinks green to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. 120 Learning the Basics Using Stand by The Turn off light ( On ) blinks amber indicating...
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... damage to carry additional charged batteries with another metal object. Carefully remove the battery pack from the power socket. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for up to a month while the computer is continuously operated on AC power...
... damage to carry additional charged batteries with another metal object. Carefully remove the battery pack from the power socket. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for up to a month while the computer is continuously operated on AC power...
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...see if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. PC Card supporting software The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for memory storage, as types II and III: ❖ A Type II card is installed automatically. You can purchase additional PC Cards from the headphones ... larger card. Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. You can install one of these cards. Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports two types ...
...see if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. PC Card supporting software The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for memory storage, as types II and III: ❖ A Type II card is installed automatically. You can purchase additional PC Cards from the headphones ... larger card. Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. You can install one of these cards. Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports two types ...
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.... Inserting a SmartMedia card 1 Turn the card so that are operating. Using SmartMedia cards Your computer supports the use of SmartMedia cards which are super compact memory cards that the connector (metal area) faces up. 2 Push the card into the slot until it locks in a pocketbook or credit card holder. 191 Exploring...
.... Inserting a SmartMedia card 1 Turn the card so that are operating. Using SmartMedia cards Your computer supports the use of SmartMedia cards which are super compact memory cards that the connector (metal area) faces up. 2 Push the card into the slot until it locks in a pocketbook or credit card holder. 191 Exploring...
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... release it locks in progress and your data could expose the storage area to the SmartMedia card might still be used with a variety of SD memory/input/output cards. Do not remove a SmartMedia card while the data is being written or read. Using SD cards Your computer supports the use of...
... release it locks in progress and your data could expose the storage area to the SmartMedia card might still be used with a variety of SD memory/input/output cards. Do not remove a SmartMedia card while the data is being written or read. Using SD cards Your computer supports the use of...