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... make any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may be necessary for repair or warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to the fax software instructions installed...
... make any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may be necessary for repair or warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to the fax software instructions installed...
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27 Contents Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 Activating the power-on password 54 Using the TouchPad 55 Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 58 Setting up a printer 62 Installing additional memory (optional 65 Removing a memory module 72 Connecting a mouse 75 Connecting a printer 75 Connecting a USB printer 75 Connecting a parallel printer 75 Using external display devices 76 Connecting an external monitor 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 76...
27 Contents Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 Activating the power-on password 54 Using the TouchPad 55 Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 58 Setting up a printer 62 Installing additional memory (optional 65 Removing a memory module 72 Connecting a mouse 75 Connecting a printer 75 Connecting a USB printer 75 Connecting a parallel printer 75 Using external display devices 76 Connecting an external monitor 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 76...
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... you need further assistance 228 Before you call 228 Contacting Toshiba 229 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 230 Toshiba's worldwide offices 230 Appendix A: Hot Keys 233 Volume Mute 233 Instant password security 233 Without a password 234 With a password 234 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged ...... 235 Power usage mode 236 Standby mode 237 Hibernation mode 238 Display modes 239 Display brightness 239 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 240 Keyboard hot keys 240 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors...
... you need further assistance 228 Before you call 228 Contacting Toshiba 229 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 230 Toshiba's worldwide offices 230 Appendix A: Hot Keys 233 Volume Mute 233 Instant password security 233 Without a password 234 With a password 234 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged ...... 235 Power usage mode 236 Standby mode 237 Hibernation mode 238 Display modes 239 Display brightness 239 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 240 Keyboard hot keys 240 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors...
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... driver for the model of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window. If your printer guide, or by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. If you select a table, the Settings button may become active. 62 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time The Option button allows you to create a new table. You can choose in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. The New Table button...
... driver for the model of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window. If your printer guide, or by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. If you select a table, the Settings button may become active. 62 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time The Option button allows you to create a new table. You can choose in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. The New Table button...
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... one printer, make sure the name is descriptive enough to increase the computer's memory if you are two memory slots. Additional memory comes in slot A. There are using the Start menu. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you turn on -screen instructions. You may have both slots occupied. If the module is in slot A, there will sound when you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using more information). If the module is installed in slot B, there...
... one printer, make sure the name is descriptive enough to increase the computer's memory if you are two memory slots. Additional memory comes in slot A. There are using the Start menu. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you turn on -screen instructions. You may have both slots occupied. If the module is in slot A, there will sound when you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using more information). If the module is installed in slot B, there...
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Connecting an optional external diskette drive You can attach an optional external USB diskette drive to use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display output with your computer Sample external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive's cable to one of the computer's USB ports. The Windows® XP operating system by default does not display resolutions below 800 x 600. 78 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive ❖ If you use diskettes with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and...
Connecting an optional external diskette drive You can attach an optional external USB diskette drive to use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display output with your computer Sample external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive's cable to one of the computer's USB ports. The Windows® XP operating system by default does not display resolutions below 800 x 600. 78 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive ❖ If you use diskettes with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and...
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... called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press them. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 85 Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are using. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space...
... called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press them. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 85 Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are using. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space...
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... and you press Play/ Pause CD /DVD mode If an audio CD is in the drive, the Media Player starts and the audio files begin to play a CD or DVD. Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is currently playing. 94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that is on before being able...
... and you press Play/ Pause CD /DVD mode If an audio CD is in the drive, the Media Player starts and the audio files begin to play a CD or DVD. Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is currently playing. 94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that is on before being able...
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... as cables, attached to your computer, or to do anything before you need to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. To insert a PC Card: 1 Turn off the computer. Inserting PC Cards Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. Other cards may work with the card to see if you insert it. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - 184 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards...
... as cables, attached to your computer, or to do anything before you need to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. To insert a PC Card: 1 Turn off the computer. Inserting PC Cards Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. Other cards may work with the card to see if you insert it. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - 184 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards...
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... installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these problems, use the procedure. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change your computer starts. If you may have to change the system in the Startup menu. This section describes each option and when to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking...
... installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these problems, use the procedure. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change your computer starts. If you may have to change the system in the Startup menu. This section describes each option and when to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking...
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... character, comma instead of Safe mode. My browser cannot find a site I typed in troubleshooting the problem. They include: modem speed, time of day (when everyone else is very slow, try later. Try again later. The Windows® XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly, but you in . Internet problems My Internet connection is connected to the speed with...
... character, comma instead of Safe mode. My browser cannot find a site I typed in troubleshooting the problem. They include: modem speed, time of day (when everyone else is very slow, try later. Try again later. The Windows® XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly, but you in . Internet problems My Internet connection is connected to the speed with...
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... ? If it again. Is the display set to turn off automatically? Keyboard problems If, when you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it usually does. If you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be defective or incompatible with ? Check the power options using is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11...
... ? If it again. Is the display set to turn off automatically? Keyboard problems If, when you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it usually does. If you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be defective or incompatible with ? Check the power options using is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11...
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F11 Fn + off . This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 86. 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off . To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. F12 Fn + off.
F11 Fn + off . This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 86. 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off . To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. F12 Fn + off.
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Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed. Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network.
Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed. Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network.
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... battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you use to 1024 bytes. See device. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. Compare noninterlaced. K keyboard shortcut - L2 (level two) cache - The ability to help improve processing speed. Internet - A unit of keys that activates a memory resident program. Memory cache installed...
... battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you use to 1024 bytes. See device. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. Compare noninterlaced. K keyboard shortcut - L2 (level two) cache - The ability to help improve processing speed. Internet - A unit of keys that activates a memory resident program. Memory cache installed...
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... memory that enables you turn off your computer's main memory. This type of a file include the file's type, size, and creation date. A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to as well as a printer or joystick, that information in a cable for connection to work with the device. program - PC Card - peripheral - Any device, such as read. pointing device - Any device, such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter...
... memory that enables you turn off your computer's main memory. This type of a file include the file's type, size, and creation date. A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to as well as a printer or joystick, that information in a cable for connection to work with the device. program - PC Card - peripheral - Any device, such as read. pointing device - Any device, such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter...
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... change/remove key assignments 193 drag-and-drop 191 keyboard 190 starting 190 using keyboard 192 viewing key assignments 193 folders 136 displaying information 169 function keys 85 H hard disk drive light 54 hardware conflicts 207 resolving 209 Help 159 Windows XP 206 Hibernate restarting 112 using 109 Hibernation 104 Hibernation mode 80 methods 109 hiding windows 144 hot key disable/enable TouchPad 240 display modes 239 display output settings 76 display settings 181 instant password 233 power usage mode 236 Stand by mode 237 volume...
... change/remove key assignments 193 drag-and-drop 191 keyboard 190 starting 190 using keyboard 192 viewing key assignments 193 folders 136 displaying information 169 function keys 85 H hard disk drive light 54 hardware conflicts 207 resolving 209 Help 159 Windows XP 206 Hibernate restarting 112 using 109 Hibernation 104 Hibernation mode 80 methods 109 hiding windows 144 hot key disable/enable TouchPad 240 display modes 239 display output settings 76 display settings 181 instant password 233 power usage mode 236 Stand by mode 237 volume...
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... keys 86 L lights AC power 49, 53 battery 53, 121 hard disk drive 54 M main battery changing 125 removing 125 memory accessing modules 67 accessing slots 67 checking total 74 problem solving 212 removing 72, 73 verifying 74 Microsoft Internet Explorer 101 Microsoft Support Online Web site 207 Microsoft Windows XP 132 minimizing 145 modem determining COM port 171 port 101 problem solving 226 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 101 monitor connecting 76, 170 not working 215 mouse connecting...
... keys 86 L lights AC power 49, 53 battery 53, 121 hard disk drive 54 M main battery changing 125 removing 125 memory accessing modules 67 accessing slots 67 checking total 74 problem solving 212 removing 72, 73 verifying 74 Microsoft Internet Explorer 101 Microsoft Support Online Web site 207 Microsoft Windows XP 132 minimizing 145 modem determining COM port 171 port 101 problem solving 226 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 101 monitor connecting 76, 170 not working 215 mouse connecting...
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... default 171 not recognized 224 problem solving 222, 223 removing 185 replacing 186 PC Cards using 183 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 183 Plug and Play 209 ports external diskette drive 78 power cable 50 cable connectors 241 computer will not start 203 monitoring 121 problem solving 213 taking care of your battery 128 Power Management 196 powering down 102 power mode creating new 198 customizing 198 power usage modes 124 power-on password 54 precautions 45 primary control button...
... default 171 not recognized 224 problem solving 222, 223 removing 185 replacing 186 PC Cards using 183 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 183 Plug and Play 209 ports external diskette drive 78 power cable 50 cable connectors 241 computer will not start 203 monitoring 121 problem solving 213 taking care of your battery 128 Power Management 196 powering down 102 power mode creating new 198 customizing 198 power usage modes 124 power-on password 54 precautions 45 primary control button...
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... Card inserted 224 computer will not power up 203 contacting Toshiba 228, 229 corrupted/damaged data files 218 Device Manager 210 disabling a device 210, 211 disk drive is slow 218 display is blank 215 external display not working 217 external keyboard not working 214 external monitor 215 faulty memory 212 hardware conflict 207, 208 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 209 high-pitched noise 222 illegal operation 202 Internet bookmarked site not found 206 Internet connection...
... Card inserted 224 computer will not power up 203 contacting Toshiba 228, 229 corrupted/damaged data files 218 Device Manager 210 disabling a device 210, 211 disk drive is slow 218 display is blank 215 external display not working 217 external keyboard not working 214 external monitor 215 faulty memory 212 hardware conflict 207, 208 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 209 high-pitched noise 222 illegal operation 202 Internet bookmarked site not found 206 Internet connection...