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... network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you to state tariffs. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If Problems...
... network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you to state tariffs. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If Problems...
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...Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 47 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 54 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 55 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 56 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 62 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 64 Control buttons 64 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 64 Using the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using Dual Mode 65 Using external display...
...Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 47 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 54 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 55 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 56 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 62 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 64 Control buttons 64 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 64 Using the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using Dual Mode 65 Using external display...
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... remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on the computer. The options are: ❖ Recovery of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk 58 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using...
... disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on the computer. The options are: ❖ Recovery of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk 58 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using...
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... the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to close the Mouse Properties window. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a function. To do this , refer to the RGB (monitor) port on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for the Email, ConfigFree, and Print functions. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the documentation for Synaptics LuxPad window) are unassigned by default. In order to your operating...
... the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to close the Mouse Properties window. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a function. To do this , refer to the RGB (monitor) port on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for the Email, ConfigFree, and Print functions. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the documentation for Synaptics LuxPad window) are unassigned by default. In order to your operating...
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... Some modes are only available with display options. Choose the settings you turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with the appropriate device attached and turned on the side of your computer, and then connect the other external video device) simultaneously This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor...
... Some modes are only available with display options. Choose the settings you turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with the appropriate device attached and turned on the side of your computer, and then connect the other external video device) simultaneously This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor...
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... fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is correct, and the plug fits correctly in the DC-IN socket. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your work routine, you experience any of the AC adaptor must match exactly. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Unless a hardware device...
... fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is correct, and the plug fits correctly in the DC-IN socket. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your work routine, you experience any of the AC adaptor must match exactly. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Unless a hardware device...
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... be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the device. This tab does not appear if the device is causing a problem. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using...
... be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the device. This tab does not appear if the device is causing a problem. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using...
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... will need to stay current on . The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on the most recent software and hardware options for all batteries. Have you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on . Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start...
... will need to stay current on . The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on the most recent software and hardware options for all batteries. Have you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on . Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start...
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... can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Click Windows Color and Appearance to its previous setting. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). This opens the Personalization window. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
... can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Click Windows Color and Appearance to its previous setting. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). This opens the Personalization window. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
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... cause problems when using the card under the operating system. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. If the card malfunctions again, it may be dead. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Adjust the volume control...
... cause problems when using the card under the operating system. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. If the card malfunctions again, it may be dead. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Adjust the volume control...
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...: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click the appropriate ExpressCard. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may not work . ExpressCards™ that machine. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ExpressCard™ problems (Available on...
...: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click the appropriate ExpressCard. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may not work . ExpressCards™ that machine. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ExpressCard™ problems (Available on...
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... "Setting up a printer" on . If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may have connected the printer while the computer is firmly attached to print a short test file using Notepad. Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer. 192 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of paper left in the tray. Disable Sleep mode, turn...
... "Setting up a printer" on . If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may have connected the printer while the computer is firmly attached to print a short test file using Notepad. Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer. 192 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of paper left in the tray. Disable Sleep mode, turn...
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... main memory. A small image displayed on the network. Compare non-interlaced. A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. load - hot swapping - internal device - L2 (level two) cache - 231 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature in which only every other services. See device. K keyboard shortcut - Memory cache built into memory for processing. A group of computers or other on the screen that uses a liquid...
... main memory. A small image displayed on the network. Compare non-interlaced. A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. load - hot swapping - internal device - L2 (level two) cache - 231 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature in which only every other services. See device. K keyboard shortcut - Memory cache built into memory for processing. A group of computers or other on the screen that uses a liquid...
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... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 182 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 182 notification 111 power plan 214 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 button power 48, 58 start 124 C CD creating 102 playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 46 checking device...
... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 182 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 182 notification 111 power plan 214 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 button power 48, 58 start 124 C CD creating 102 playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 46 checking device...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 186 running slow 186 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 187 cannot read a diskette 187 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 184 external monitor not working 185 screen is blank 184 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 120 double-click 66 DVD creating 102 DVD player general problems 197 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 186 running slow 186 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 187 cannot read a diskette 187 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 184 external monitor not working 185 screen is blank 184 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 120 double-click 66 DVD creating 102 DVD player general problems 197 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
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...; operating system 179 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 218 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 keyboard overlays 222 password security 213 power plan 214 Sleep mode 215 volume mute 212 zooming 222 Hot Key Cards 207 hot key power plan 114 http 130 I i.LINK port 139 icon 123 desktop 123 Internet Explorer® 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 37 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules 49 mouse 72 instant passwords, using...
...; operating system 179 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 218 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 keyboard overlays 222 password security 213 power plan 214 Sleep mode 215 volume mute 212 zooming 222 Hot Key Cards 207 hot key power plan 114 http 130 I i.LINK port 139 icon 123 desktop 123 Internet Explorer® 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 37 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules 49 mouse 72 instant passwords, using...
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... keys 90 special Windows® keys 89 troubleshooting 183 using 88 keyboard, external 71 keyboard, full-size 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 181 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 132 modem connecting to telephone line 126 determining COM port 125 problem solving 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 184 mouse installing 72 serial 72 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless...
... keys 90 special Windows® keys 89 troubleshooting 183 using 88 keyboard, external 71 keyboard, full-size 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 181 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 132 modem connecting to telephone line 126 determining COM port 125 problem solving 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 184 mouse installing 72 serial 72 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless...
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... files 187 Device Manager 180 disk drive is slow 186 display is blank 184 external display not working 185 external monitor 184 faulty memory 181 hardware conflict 179 high-pitched noise 189 Internet bookmarked site not found 178 Internet connection is slow 178 keyboard not responding 175 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 186 modem not receiving or transmitting 193, 194 no sound 188 non-system disk or disk error 176 PC Card 189, 191...
... files 187 Device Manager 180 disk drive is slow 186 display is blank 184 external display not working 185 external monitor 184 faulty memory 181 hardware conflict 179 high-pitched noise 189 Internet bookmarked site not found 178 Internet connection is slow 178 keyboard not responding 175 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 186 modem not receiving or transmitting 193, 194 no sound 188 non-system disk or disk error 176 PC Card 189, 191...
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... TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 153 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 187 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 95 V video projector adjusting display 71 W warranty limited warranty 38 Web 130 Web Cam 133 Web sites 204 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 129 Windows Media...
... TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 153 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 187 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 95 V video projector adjusting display 71 W warranty limited warranty 38 Web 130 Web Cam 133 Web sites 204 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 129 Windows Media...