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... two conditions: ❖ This device may cause undesired operation. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba could void the user's authority to radio communications. Operation is likely to result in interference to provide reasonable protection against ...that interference will not occur in a particular installation. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to radio and TV reception. ii Model: Tecra 8100 Series FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" This equipment has been tested ...
... two conditions: ❖ This device may cause undesired operation. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba could void the user's authority to radio communications. Operation is likely to result in interference to provide reasonable protection against ...that interference will not occur in a particular installation. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to radio and TV reception. ii Model: Tecra 8100 Series FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" This equipment has been tested ...
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... FCC registration number of the modem. ❖ The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. Installation When you will provide this information upon request. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada.... Connection to the telephone line by means of Service Your modem is subject to be used on standard-device telephone lines. iii Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Type of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C. Connection to party lines service is designed...
... FCC registration number of the modem. ❖ The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. Installation When you will provide this information upon request. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada.... Connection to the telephone line by means of Service Your modem is subject to be used on standard-device telephone lines. iii Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Type of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C. Connection to party lines service is designed...
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Contents Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 1 Making sure you have everything 1 Finding where everything's located 1 Front with the display panel closed 2 Left side 3 Back 4 Right side 6 Underside 7 Keyboard and display features 8 Front with the display panel open 8 Indicator panel lights 9 External diskette drive 11 Chapter 2: Getting Started 13 Selecting a place to work 13 Creating a computer-friendly environment 13 Keeping yourself comfortable 14 Other precautions 17 ix
Contents Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 1 Making sure you have everything 1 Finding where everything's located 1 Front with the display panel closed 2 Left side 3 Back 4 Right side 6 Underside 7 Keyboard and display features 8 Front with the display panel open 8 Indicator panel lights 9 External diskette drive 11 Chapter 2: Getting Started 13 Selecting a place to work 13 Creating a computer-friendly environment 13 Keeping yourself comfortable 14 Other precautions 17 ix
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xiii Part II: Technical Reference Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options 113 Setting up Windows to work with your printer 113 Setting up Windows 98 Second Edition to work ... modem to a telephone line 137 Sending a fax 137 Connecting directly to a remote computer 137 Connecting your computer to a network 137 Toshiba's online resources 138 Using MS-DOS programs 138 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 141 Fn-esse 141 Starting Fn-esse 142 Assigning a key to a program or document 143 Viewing existing key assignments 145...
xiii Part II: Technical Reference Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options 113 Setting up Windows to work with your printer 113 Setting up Windows 98 Second Edition to work ... modem to a telephone line 137 Sending a fax 137 Connecting directly to a remote computer 137 Connecting your computer to a network 137 Toshiba's online resources 138 Using MS-DOS programs 138 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 141 Fn-esse 141 Starting Fn-esse 142 Assigning a key to a program or document 143 Viewing existing key assignments 145...
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xvi Problems with the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive........ 226 Sound system problems 227 Optional devices 228 PC Card problems 228 Printer problems 232 DVD operating problems-Windows 98 Second Edition. 233 DVDExpress problems 236 Developing good computing habits 242 If you need further assistance 243 Contacting Toshiba 244 Toshiba's worldwide offices 247 Part III: Appendixes Appendix A: Hot Keys 255 Appendix B: Features and Specifications 261 Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors 273 Appendix D: System Resources 275 Appendix E: Video Modes 283 Glossary 287 Index 317
xvi Problems with the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive........ 226 Sound system problems 227 Optional devices 228 PC Card problems 228 Printer problems 232 DVD operating problems-Windows 98 Second Edition. 233 DVDExpress problems 236 Developing good computing habits 242 If you need further assistance 243 Contacting Toshiba 244 Toshiba's worldwide offices 247 Part III: Appendixes Appendix A: Hot Keys 255 Appendix B: Features and Specifications 261 Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors 273 Appendix D: System Resources 275 Appendix E: Video Modes 283 Glossary 287 Index 317
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Don't hesitate to use them. PART I GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMPUTER What's in Part I This part explains the computer components of your Tecra 8100 and how to skip around. Guides, such as this one, are not meant to be read from cover to cover.
Don't hesitate to use them. PART I GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMPUTER What's in Part I This part explains the computer components of your Tecra 8100 and how to skip around. Guides, such as this one, are not meant to be read from cover to cover.
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Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a "grand tour" of your Tecra 8100 computer with your unit to make sure you received everything. Making sure you have everything 's located The next few pages take you need to guide you along your network administrator. Finding where everything Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped with illustrations to locate specific parts of the computer and its components. 1 If any items are missing or damaged, notify your way. It serves as a reference when you on a guided tour of the computer.
Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a "grand tour" of your Tecra 8100 computer with your unit to make sure you received everything. Making sure you have everything 's located The next few pages take you need to guide you along your network administrator. Finding where everything Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped with illustrations to locate specific parts of the computer and its components. 1 If any items are missing or damaged, notify your way. It serves as a reference when you on a guided tour of the computer.
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... the computer when it . Pencil lead can break off . This button overrides the Suspend/Standby command in Windows, which enable you to Know Your Computer Part I: Getting to continue working from where you adjust the loudness of the panel lights.
... the computer when it . Pencil lead can break off . This button overrides the Suspend/Standby command in Windows, which enable you to Know Your Computer Part I: Getting to continue working from where you adjust the loudness of the panel lights.
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... its maximum speed. The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other devices to system alarms and audible warnings associated with your software. Part I , Type II, or Type III PC Cards. Finding Your Way Around Finding where everything's located 3 Left side PC Card ejection tabs PC Card slots Speaker...
... its maximum speed. The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other devices to system alarms and audible warnings associated with your software. Part I , Type II, or Type III PC Cards. Finding Your Way Around Finding where everything's located 3 Left side PC Card ejection tabs PC Card slots Speaker...
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... peripherals, which means that supports a data transfer rate of up to reveal the power button. For more information, see "External diskette drive" on page 11. Part I: Getting to expose the port. NOTE: The USB port is on page 22. To connect the external diskette drive, fold back the cover to Know...
... peripherals, which means that supports a data transfer rate of up to reveal the power button. For more information, see "External diskette drive" on page 11. Part I: Getting to expose the port. NOTE: The USB port is on page 22. To connect the external diskette drive, fold back the cover to Know...
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... 31. The monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. The parallel port lets you connect a serial mouse, serial printer, or other parallel device. Part I: Getting to the port. The serial port lets you connect a parallel printer or other serial device. For more information, see "Using external display devices" on...
... 31. The monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. The parallel port lets you connect a serial mouse, serial printer, or other parallel device. Part I: Getting to the port. The serial port lets you connect a parallel printer or other serial device. For more information, see "Using external display devices" on...
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... your computer to use one of several possible SelectBay modules. The composite video port lets you to an external video device such as your software. Part I: Getting to a large, heavy object such as a standard television set. For further information on SelectBay devices, see "Using the optional DVD-ROM drive" on page...
... your computer to use one of several possible SelectBay modules. The composite video port lets you to an external video device such as your software. Part I: Getting to a large, heavy object such as a standard television set. For further information on SelectBay devices, see "Using the optional DVD-ROM drive" on page...
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... prevents the PC Card lock from the computer. The memory module lets you to use the Tecra when a standard electrical outlet is not available. The PC Card lock keeps the PC Cards secure in their slots. Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer Underside Finding Your Way Around Finding where everything's located 7 Battery...
... prevents the PC Card lock from the computer. The memory module lets you to use the Tecra when a standard electrical outlet is not available. The PC Card lock keeps the PC Cards secure in their slots. Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer Underside Finding Your Way Around Finding where everything's located 7 Battery...
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... panel, be careful when opening and closing it to lift the computer. Front with the display panel open Screen System indicator panel AccuPoint II buttons Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer Keyboard indicator panel AccuPoint II pointing device Microphone Never force the panel beyond the point where it moves easily, and...
... panel, be careful when opening and closing it to lift the computer. Front with the display panel open Screen System indicator panel AccuPoint II buttons Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer Keyboard indicator panel AccuPoint II pointing device Microphone Never force the panel beyond the point where it moves easily, and...
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... up of several status lights that provides clear, sharp images. See "Keyboard indicator lights" on page 10 for a description of each of the panel lights. Part I: Getting to remove your system. Indicator panel lights Two sets of indicator lights, the system indicator panel and the keyboard indicator panel, display the current...
... up of several status lights that provides clear, sharp images. See "Keyboard indicator lights" on page 10 for a description of each of the panel lights. Part I: Getting to remove your system. Indicator panel lights Two sets of indicator lights, the system indicator panel and the keyboard indicator panel, display the current...
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... fully charged. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor as shown by the white arrow or command printed on the Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer 10 Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features On The on/off light glows green when the computer is...
... fully charged. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor as shown by the white arrow or command printed on the Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer 10 Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features On The on/off light glows green when the computer is...
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... top of the key. External diskette drive Your computer comes with an external diskette drive designed for cursor control" on the top of the key. Part I: Getting to type numeric data" on . To do this light is on page 66. You may remove the drive from its case and install it...
... top of the key. External diskette drive Your computer comes with an external diskette drive designed for cursor control" on the top of the key. Part I: Getting to type numeric data" on . To do this light is on page 66. You may remove the drive from its case and install it...
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... non-condensing humidity. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in discomfort and possible injury. Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer If your network administrator. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as large stereo speakers (other than speakers that...
... non-condensing humidity. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in discomfort and possible injury. Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer If your network administrator. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as large stereo speakers (other than speakers that...
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... find a backless chair more comfortable than eye level. ❖ If you choose, use an external monitor, the top of the computer Approximately 90° angles Part I: Getting to type without slouching. ❖ If you use the following when placing your chair for maximum computing comfort. Seating and posture When using your...
... find a backless chair more comfortable than eye level. ❖ If you choose, use an external monitor, the top of the computer Approximately 90° angles Part I: Getting to type without slouching. ❖ If you use the following when placing your chair for maximum computing comfort. Seating and posture When using your...
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... external monitor so that it supports the lower curve of your chair so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Part I: Getting to provide extra back support. You should be slightly higher than your knees, hips, and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you are...
... external monitor so that it supports the lower curve of your chair so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Part I: Getting to provide extra back support. You should be slightly higher than your knees, hips, and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you are...