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... fax software instructions installed on the first page of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you with this , it can. In order to do this equipment, for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in their equipment, operations or procedures. If trouble...
... fax software instructions installed on the first page of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you with this , it can. In order to do this equipment, for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in their equipment, operations or procedures. If trouble...
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...Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 67 Using Dual Mode 67 Using external display...
...Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 67 Using Dual Mode 67 Using external display...
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... "Installing a memory module" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Slot A Slot B Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
... "Installing a memory module" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Slot A Slot B Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
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... Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive...
... Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive...
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... LuxPad window) are unassigned by default. In order to use one of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your computer if you wish. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to a live electrical outlet. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a function. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons at the same time. To configure a virtual button: 1 Perform steps 1-5 in "Enabling Dual Mode...
... LuxPad window) are unassigned by default. In order to use one of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your computer if you wish. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to a live electrical outlet. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a function. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons at the same time. To configure a virtual button: 1 Perform steps 1-5 in "Enabling Dual Mode...
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... external display device and activate a screen with display options. NOTE Some modes are only available with the television for more information. Directing the display output when you turn 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 only ❖ Built-in display...
... external display device and activate a screen with display options. NOTE Some modes are only available with the television for more information. Directing the display output when you turn 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 only ❖ Built-in display...
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... the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage ("V") and current ("A") for less current (amperage) than that required by the computer. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from...
... the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage ("V") and current ("A") for less current (amperage) than that required by the computer. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from...
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... the memory module installed, the error is the bottom slot. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be installed in "Installing a memory module" on page 49, and making sure the module is not using functions. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is not caused by the device. 182 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware...
... the memory module installed, the error is the bottom slot. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be installed in "Installing a memory module" on page 49, and making sure the module is not using functions. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in slot A. NOTE For this model, Slot A is not caused by the device. 182 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware...
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... battery? A keypad overlay may be on page 106. You have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of the keys. Try using a different make sure the software you are using the hard disk more? The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Is the display power set to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for other product information. After a period of keyboard. If the problem...
... battery? A keypad overlay may be on page 106. You have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of the keys. Try using a different make sure the software you are using the hard disk more? The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Is the display power set to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for other product information. After a period of keyboard. If the problem...
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... area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. The screen does not look right. This opens the Personalization window. Display Auto Off may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to...
... area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. The screen does not look right. This opens the Personalization window. Display Auto Off may have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to...
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... that used to be defective. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may not work . Contact the manufacturer of new cards. If your PC Card and the card did not come with a PC Card slot is too loud. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict...
... that used to be defective. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may not work . Contact the manufacturer of new cards. If your PC Card and the card did not come with a PC Card slot is too loud. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict...
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... "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. Check the ExpressCard status: 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 the card malfunctions again, it may not work under the operating system. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager...
... "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. Check the ExpressCard status: 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 the card malfunctions again, it may not work under the operating system. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager...
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... a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer will not print what you see your work exactly as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 73 or in the instructions that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). This mode lets you see on the screen. Make sure the cable...
... a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer will not print what you see your work exactly as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 73 or in the instructions that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). This mode lets you see on the screen. Make sure the cable...
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..., and other services. See device. A key or combination of keys that you use to add or remove devices from a storage device (such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. liquid crystal display (LCD) - load - hot swapping - I icon - interlaced - Compare non-interlaced. Internet - L L1 (level one) cache - LAN (local area network) - A group of the display, creating light and dark pixels. A type of display that enables any other devices dispersed over...
..., and other services. See device. A key or combination of keys that you use to add or remove devices from a storage device (such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. liquid crystal display (LCD) - load - hot swapping - I icon - interlaced - Compare non-interlaced. Internet - L L1 (level one) cache - LAN (local area network) - A group of the display, creating light and dark pixels. A type of display that enables any other devices dispersed over...
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... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 183 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 183 notification 111 power plan 215 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 183 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 183 notification 111 power plan 215 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 187 running slow 187 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 188 cannot read a diskette 188 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 185 external monitor not working 186 screen is blank 185 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 198 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 187 running slow 187 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 188 cannot read a diskette 188 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 185 external monitor not working 186 screen is blank 185 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 198 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
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...; operating system 180 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 219 display modes 218 Hibernation mode 217 keyboard overlays 223 password security 214 power plan 215 Sleep mode 216 volume mute 213 zooming 223 Hot Key Cards 208 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 180 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 219 display modes 218 Hibernation mode 217 keyboard overlays 223 password security 214 power plan 215 Sleep mode 216 volume mute 213 zooming 223 Hot Key Cards 208 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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... Windows® keys 89 troubleshooting 184 using 88 keyboard, external 71 keyboard, full-size 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 182 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 194, 195 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 185 mouse installing 72 serial 72 mouse utility 153 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless...
... Windows® keys 89 troubleshooting 184 using 88 keyboard, external 71 keyboard, full-size 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 182 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 194, 195 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 185 mouse installing 72 serial 72 mouse utility 153 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless...
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... files 188 Device Manager 181 disk drive is slow 187 display is blank 185 external display not working 186 external monitor 185 faulty memory 182 hardware conflict 180 high-pitched noise 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 179 Internet connection is slow 179 keyboard not responding 176 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 187 modem not receiving or transmitting 194, 195 no sound 189 non-system disk or disk error 177 PC Card 190, 192...
... files 188 Device Manager 181 disk drive is slow 187 display is blank 185 external display not working 186 external monitor 185 faulty memory 182 hardware conflict 180 high-pitched noise 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 179 Internet connection is slow 179 keyboard not responding 176 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 187 modem not receiving or transmitting 194, 195 no sound 189 non-system disk or disk error 177 PC Card 190, 192...
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... password, set up 148 T Taskbar 124 telephone line connecting to modem 126 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 external keyboard 184 keyboard 184 keypad overlay 184 optical drive 188 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...
... password, set up 148 T Taskbar 124 telephone line connecting to modem 126 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 external keyboard 184 keyboard 184 keypad overlay 184 optical drive 188 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...