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Tecra® 8100 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ www.pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ InTouchsm Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see Chapter 10 on page 206 in this guide.
Tecra® 8100 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ www.pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ InTouchsm Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see Chapter 10 on page 206 in this guide.
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... that to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must accept any interference received, including interference that may be determined by Toshiba could void the user's authority to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, it may cause ... a particular installation. However, there is subject to radio communications. These limits are designed to operate the equipment. ii Model: Tecra 8100 Series FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help. NOTE...
... that to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must accept any interference received, including interference that may be determined by Toshiba could void the user's authority to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, it may cause ... a particular installation. However, there is subject to radio communications. These limits are designed to operate the equipment. ii Model: Tecra 8100 Series FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help. NOTE...
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... determined that this product is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation. *Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. and/or Toshiba Corporation. MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, DirectX, and DirectShow are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. CompuServe is a...other brand and product names are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. SoundBlaster Pro is a trademark of S3 Corporation. viii Trademarks Tecra, AccuPoint II, Fn-esse, Noteworthy, and SelectBay are registered trademarks, and InTouch is a trademark of Mediamatics, Inc. DVDExpress is a service...
... determined that this product is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation. *Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. and/or Toshiba Corporation. MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, DirectX, and DirectShow are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. CompuServe is a...other brand and product names are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. SoundBlaster Pro is a trademark of S3 Corporation. viii Trademarks Tecra, AccuPoint II, Fn-esse, Noteworthy, and SelectBay are registered trademarks, and InTouch is a trademark of Mediamatics, Inc. DVDExpress is a service...
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... passwords - Windows NT 182 Setting a hard disk drive password 182 Creating a password backup diskette 187 Deleting the hard disk drive password 188 Chapter 9: Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer 195 Industry standard architecture 195 Wired for Management 195 xiv Hardware Setup 146 Hardware Setup in Windows 98 Second Edition........ 146 Hardware Setup in...
... passwords - Windows NT 182 Setting a hard disk drive password 182 Creating a password backup diskette 187 Deleting the hard disk drive password 188 Chapter 9: Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer 195 Industry standard architecture 195 Wired for Management 195 xiv Hardware Setup 146 Hardware Setup in Windows 98 Second Edition........ 146 Hardware Setup in...
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The Tecra 8100 notebook's modular design also lets you add, change, or update components at any time, making this guide, the Windows NT Workstation 4.0 operating system is designed ..., either Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition, or Microsoft Windows NT® Workstation 4.0, and how they work with your specific needs. Your new Toshiba Tecra® 8100 notebook computer is referred to choose among so many options-display, memory, hard disk drive capacity, processor speed, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, and operating...
The Tecra 8100 notebook's modular design also lets you add, change, or update components at any time, making this guide, the Windows NT Workstation 4.0 operating system is designed ..., either Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition, or Microsoft Windows NT® Workstation 4.0, and how they work with your specific needs. Your new Toshiba Tecra® 8100 notebook computer is referred to choose among so many options-display, memory, hard disk drive capacity, processor speed, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, and operating...
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Guides, such as this one, are not meant to be read from cover to skip around. Don't hesitate to cover. 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 use them.
Guides, such as this one, are not meant to be read from cover to skip around. Don't hesitate to cover. 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 use them.
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It serves as a reference when you along your way. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your network administrator. Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a "grand tour" of your Tecra 8100 computer with your unit to locate specific parts of the computer and its components. 1 Finding where everything's located The next few pages take you received everything Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped with illustrations to guide you need to make sure you on a guided tour of the computer. Making sure you have everything .
It serves as a reference when you along your way. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your network administrator. Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a "grand tour" of your Tecra 8100 computer with your unit to locate specific parts of the computer and its components. 1 Finding where everything's located The next few pages take you received everything Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped with illustrations to guide you need to make sure you on a guided tour of the computer. Making sure you have everything .
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... in their slots. The PC Card lock retaining screw prevents the PC Card lock from the computer. The memory module lets you to your Tecra computer. For more information, see "Adding memory" on page 41. For further information about using the battery, see "Swapping SelectBay modules" on... lock SelectBay module Memory module PC Card lock PC Card lock retaining screw The battery module enables you add more memory to use the Tecra when a standard electrical outlet is not available. The SelectBay lock ejects the SelectBay module from accidentally releasing the PC Card lock. The...
... in their slots. The PC Card lock retaining screw prevents the PC Card lock from the computer. The memory module lets you to your Tecra computer. For more information, see "Adding memory" on page 41. For further information about using the battery, see "Swapping SelectBay modules" on... lock SelectBay module Memory module PC Card lock PC Card lock retaining screw The battery module enables you add more memory to use the Tecra when a standard electrical outlet is not available. The SelectBay lock ejects the SelectBay module from accidentally releasing the PC Card lock. The...
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... from: ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. 13 otherwise, they may overheat. This section provides guidelines for setting up your Tecra computer. Selecting a place to be used in prime operating condition, protect your work Your computer is large enough for working comfortably, describes how to connect...
... from: ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. 13 otherwise, they may overheat. This section provides guidelines for setting up your Tecra computer. Selecting a place to be used in prime operating condition, protect your work Your computer is large enough for working comfortably, describes how to connect...
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..., and withstand the rigors of two or three minutes every half hour is designed to vary your working day. A break of portability. Other precautions Your Tecra computer is more effective than a long break after several hours. ❖ Avoid performing repetitive activities for at least 30 seconds.
..., and withstand the rigors of two or three minutes every half hour is designed to vary your working day. A break of portability. Other precautions Your Tecra computer is more effective than a long break after several hours. ❖ Avoid performing repetitive activities for at least 30 seconds.
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Getting Started Setting up your Tecra computer before you must charge it on , the battery will be longer. When the AC adapter is completely charged and ready to power the computer. ...
Getting Started Setting up your Tecra computer before you must charge it on , the battery will be longer. When the AC adapter is completely charged and ready to power the computer. ...
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... Getting Started When and how to turn off the computer When and how to turn off the computer It's a good idea to turn off your Tecra 8100 for additional Suspend/ Standby options.
... Getting Started When and how to turn off the computer When and how to turn off the computer It's a good idea to turn off your Tecra 8100 for additional Suspend/ Standby options.
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Using external display devices Your Tecra computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect three different types of external display devices to connect devices that can increase ... capabilities of two available video ports: ❖ A television via the monitor port. 31 Connecting Other External Devices This chapter describes how to one of your Tecra computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: In Windows 98 Second Edition, you don't need an Internet connection to watch cable or broadcast TV, but you must purchase a compatible...
Using external display devices Your Tecra computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect three different types of external display devices to connect devices that can increase ... capabilities of two available video ports: ❖ A television via the monitor port. 31 Connecting Other External Devices This chapter describes how to one of your Tecra computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: In Windows 98 Second Edition, you don't need an Internet connection to watch cable or broadcast TV, but you must purchase a compatible...
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...you can connect multiple external devices to one another, with one to your computer. In TSETUP, this key combination through the Windows Control Panel Toshiba Hardware Setup option icon. Part I: Getting to your external keyboard emulate the Fn key An external keyboard doesn't have set the Fn Key ...Fn-esse®, you to the computer's PS/2 port allows you 'll probably miss these features when using TSETUP, see "Fn-esse" on the Tecra computer's built-in pointing device, the AccuPoint II. If you have a USB mouse or keyboard, you purchase an optional Y-cable. To find out...
...you can connect multiple external devices to one another, with one to your computer. In TSETUP, this key combination through the Windows Control Panel Toshiba Hardware Setup option icon. Part I: Getting to your external keyboard emulate the Fn key An external keyboard doesn't have set the Fn Key ...Fn-esse®, you to the computer's PS/2 port allows you 'll probably miss these features when using TSETUP, see "Fn-esse" on the Tecra computer's built-in pointing device, the AccuPoint II. If you have a USB mouse or keyboard, you purchase an optional Y-cable. To find out...
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... Catalog online at www.toshiba.com. For more information, see the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 41 investment if you're using your computer away from your computer and have immediate access to all the devices. Connecting cables for the Tecra 8100: ❖ NetDock ❖ Expansion Station NOTE: The Expansion...
... Catalog online at www.toshiba.com. For more information, see the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 41 investment if you're using your computer away from your computer and have immediate access to all the devices. Connecting cables for the Tecra 8100: ❖ NetDock ❖ Expansion Station NOTE: The Expansion...
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However, if your current applications. Memory modules come in this occurs, contact Toshiba's support center at (800) 457-7777. If this computer to Know Your Computer When additional memory is added, or original memory replaced, it ...provide various memory configurations. In the event original memory is replaced with a 100 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB) SDRAM memory module. Since your Tecra 8100 computer was built to run your requirements change, you use only compatible 100 MHz memory. 42 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory Your computer is equipped with invalid...
However, if your current applications. Memory modules come in this occurs, contact Toshiba's support center at (800) 457-7777. If this computer to Know Your Computer When additional memory is added, or original memory replaced, it ...provide various memory configurations. In the event original memory is replaced with a 100 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB) SDRAM memory module. Since your Tecra 8100 computer was built to run your requirements change, you use only compatible 100 MHz memory. 42 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory Your computer is equipped with invalid...
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You can install up to two of these cards, one of these cards. CAUTION: Your Tecra 8100 computer came with the card to see if you need . Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services, ... your computer. Inserting a PC Card Before you insert it. Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing PC Cards 53 Inserting and removing PC Cards Your Tecra 8100 computer comes with two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I : Getting to Know Your Computer You can install...
You can install up to two of these cards, one of these cards. CAUTION: Your Tecra 8100 computer came with the card to see if you need . Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services, ... your computer. Inserting a PC Card Before you insert it. Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing PC Cards 53 Inserting and removing PC Cards Your Tecra 8100 computer comes with two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I : Getting to Know Your Computer You can install...
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... to begin the Windows NT logon process. for normal operation ❖ Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (VGA mode) - The Logon Information dialog box appears. 8 Enter your Tecra® 8100 User's Guide. 4 With the power button lock in which you to select one of the following operating system options: ❖ Windows NT Workstation - for troubleshooting...
... to begin the Windows NT logon process. for normal operation ❖ Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (VGA mode) - The Logon Information dialog box appears. 8 Enter your Tecra® 8100 User's Guide. 4 With the power button lock in which you to select one of the following operating system options: ❖ Windows NT Workstation - for troubleshooting...
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.... ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to Know Your Computer Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 63 Using the keyboard The Tecra keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows keys, providing all the functionality of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and...
.... ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to Know Your Computer Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 63 Using the keyboard The Tecra keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows keys, providing all the functionality of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and...
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..., Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the full-sized keyboard. For more information, see your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although the Tecra computer's keyboard layout is compatible with one Ctrl key. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in keyboard has only one Enter and one of the specially...
..., Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the full-sized keyboard. For more information, see your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although the Tecra computer's keyboard layout is compatible with one Ctrl key. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in keyboard has only one Enter and one of the specially...