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... unless such message clearly contains in writing, to allow you in their equipment, operations or procedures. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for information. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of the sending machine or such business, other number for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax...
... unless such message clearly contains in writing, to allow you in their equipment, operations or procedures. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for information. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of the sending machine or such business, other number for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax...
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... the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an...
... the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an...
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... can be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If only one or two memory modules. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is in good condition. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If the...
... can be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If only one or two memory modules. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is in good condition. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If the...
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When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not try to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the computer. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Checking total memory" on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer...
When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not try to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the computer. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Checking total memory" on page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer...
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... cables. 8 Restart the computer. If you can check that says, "Windows® needs your permission. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission to work. 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...
... cables. 8 Restart the computer. If you can check that says, "Windows® needs your permission. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission to work. 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...
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... connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to your computer if you desire and click Apply. 5 Click OK. The system display default is set at the same time. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of system HDMI Out port* *Available on the external device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen...
... connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to your computer if you desire and click Apply. 5 Click OK. The system display default is set at the same time. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of system HDMI Out port* *Available on the external device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen...
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... Control) is to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer. NOTE Some modes are only available with HDMI-CEC include a Toshiba utility dedicated to take advantage of its capabilities which allows devices to use the display hot key...
... Control) is to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer. NOTE Some modes are only available with HDMI-CEC include a Toshiba utility dedicated to take advantage of its capabilities which allows devices to use the display hot key...
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... Charge function"-compatible icon ( ). To change it to come into contact with Mode-1 setting, change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. Some external devices may not be displayed on the external devices connected to all USB ports, including compatible ports, even when the computer is Disabled. Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- When this function in Sleep Mode. If you want to use , set the setting to use of the options that appear in Enabled. Any options that function. The Wakeup setting (function...
... Charge function"-compatible icon ( ). To change it to come into contact with Mode-1 setting, change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. Some external devices may not be displayed on the external devices connected to all USB ports, including compatible ports, even when the computer is Disabled. Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- When this function in Sleep Mode. If you want to use , set the setting to use of the options that appear in Enabled. Any options that function. The Wakeup setting (function...
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... able to fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that is rated for less current (amperage) than that required by the computer. The labels on the bottom of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the...
... able to fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that is rated for less current (amperage) than that required by the computer. The labels on the bottom of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the...
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... Device Manager, refer to work. NOTE For this model Slot A is the top slot. The tabs that seem to be installed in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. 172 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver...
... Device Manager, refer to work. NOTE For this model Slot A is the top slot. The tabs that seem to be installed in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. 172 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver...
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... off, make of the keys. Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on. Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to stay current on . Keyboard problems If, when you connected may be related to the keyboard itself. You may be on the most recent software and hardware options for...
... off, make of the keys. Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on. Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to stay current on . Keyboard problems If, when you connected may be related to the keyboard itself. You may be on the most recent software and hardware options for...
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... opens the Personalization window. The screen reactivates and allows you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the screen. Press any key. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If 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...
... opens the Personalization window. The screen reactivates and allows you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the screen. Press any key. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If 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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... and the modem manual for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The modem is ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 183 Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be lit). ❖ Verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is on, set up properly but...
... and the modem manual for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The modem is ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 183 Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be lit). ❖ Verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is on, set up properly but...
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... Ethernet port. Special considerations for recent firmware upgrades. To use the access point. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the wireless part of the Start menu, click cmd.exe. 4 Enter PING 192.168.1.1 at the command prompt, and press Enter. 5 If "Request Timed Out" or another error message appears in response, then the problem is enabled on the wireless access point. When you install a wireless access point device, the Windows® operating...
... Ethernet port. Special considerations for recent firmware upgrades. To use the access point. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the wireless part of the Start menu, click cmd.exe. 4 Enter PING 192.168.1.1 at the command prompt, and press Enter. 5 If "Request Timed Out" or another error message appears in response, then the problem is enabled on the wireless access point. When you install a wireless access point device, the Windows® operating...
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... line of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to the hard disk the current state of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See device. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also Sleep, Suspend. See...
... line of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to the hard disk the current state of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See device. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also Sleep, Suspend. See...
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... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
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.../trouble accessing a disk 177 running slow 177 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 178 cannot read a diskette 178 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 175 external monitor not working 176 screen is blank 175 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 119 double-click 67 DVD player general problems 186 DVD, using 95 E error messages device driver conflict 170 general hardware problem 170 non-system disk...
.../trouble accessing a disk 177 running slow 177 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 178 cannot read a diskette 178 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 175 external monitor not working 176 screen is blank 175 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 119 double-click 67 DVD player general problems 186 DVD, using 95 E error messages device driver conflict 170 general hardware problem 170 non-system disk...
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... mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (display resolution) 206 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK port 134 icon 122 desktop 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 installation memory module 51 installing memory modules 50 mouse 71 instant passwords, using 142 Internet...
... mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (display resolution) 206 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK port 134 icon 122 desktop 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 installation memory module 51 installing memory modules 50 mouse 71 instant passwords, using 142 Internet...
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... battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 95 optical media creating...
... battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 95 optical media creating...
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... not power up 165 contacting Toshiba 192, 193 corrupted/damaged data files 178 Device Manager 171 disk drive is slow 177 display is blank 175 ExpressCard® 180 checklist 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection...
... not power up 165 contacting Toshiba 192, 193 corrupted/damaged data files 178 Device Manager 171 disk drive is slow 177 display is blank 175 ExpressCard® 180 checklist 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection...
