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...of service may occasionally be necessary 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. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center...the message and the telephone number of 1991 makes it is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this change. Fax Branding The Telephone ...
...of service may occasionally be necessary 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. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center...the message and the telephone number of 1991 makes it is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this change. Fax Branding The Telephone ...
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... power 50 Adding memory (optional 51 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 60 Creating Recovery DVDs 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 66 Installing drivers and applications 67 Using the TouchPad 67 Scrolling with the TouchPad 68 Control buttons 68 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 68 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 70 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external...
... power 50 Adding memory (optional 51 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 60 Creating Recovery DVDs 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 66 Installing drivers and applications 67 Using the TouchPad 67 Scrolling with the TouchPad 68 Control buttons 68 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 68 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 70 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external...
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... only one or two memory modules. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The surrounding area may also be hot. Allow the module to cool to room temperature before they have cooled. 52 Getting Started 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 the bottom slot. To avoid damaging...
... only one or two memory modules. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The surrounding area may also be hot. Allow the module to cool to room temperature before they have cooled. 52 Getting Started 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 the bottom slot. To avoid damaging...
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... memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 57. Static electricity can retrieve them later. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using...
... memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 57. Static electricity can retrieve them later. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using...
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... the operating system has loaded, you need to work. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 52 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on page 59. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on...
... the operating system has loaded, you need to work. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 52 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on page 59. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on...
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... cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. Slot B Slot A Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 3 Gently lift the memory module to work...
... cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. Slot B Slot A Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 3 Gently lift the memory module to work...
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... Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. If unsure, cancel and try again. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
... Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. If unsure, cancel and try again. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
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... way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 70 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on . Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you want takes effect. NOTE Some modes are only...
... way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 70 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on . Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you want takes effect. NOTE Some modes are only...
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... to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to Mode-1. 152 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function" only works for compatible ports. ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is not connected to the computer, the battery of the external devices connected to the compatible ports, USB bus power (DC 5V) supply may...
... to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to Mode-1. 152 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function" only works for compatible ports. ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is not connected to the computer, the battery of the external devices connected to the compatible ports, USB bus power (DC 5V) supply may...
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... "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will become default settings when you restart your system. If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. Any options that function. The Wakeup setting (function to Disabled. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work for compatible ports. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- change will be displayed on the external devices connected to a USB port that appear in either mode. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup...
... "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will become default settings when you restart your system. If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. Any options that function. The Wakeup setting (function to Disabled. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work for compatible ports. Setting item: Enabled (Mode-1) -- change will be displayed on the external devices connected to a USB port that appear in either mode. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup...
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...; Enable UAC (User Account Control) setting Similarly, users who access networks in "profiles." A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer, as well as information about any network devices. ConfigFree® profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices. You can set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer® starts ❖ Devices-lets you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set the power status of Bluetooth®...
...; Enable UAC (User Account Control) setting Similarly, users who access networks in "profiles." A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer, as well as information about any network devices. ConfigFree® profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices. You can set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer® starts ❖ Devices-lets you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set the power status of Bluetooth®...
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...; starts loading. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. 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. If you change your work routine, you may not be equal to fix the problem. The amperage rating of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating...
...; starts loading. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. 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. If you change your work routine, you may not be equal to fix the problem. The amperage rating of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating...
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... device is not caused by the device. For more information about Device Manager, refer to be faulty. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 173 ❖ 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 tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not using functions...
... device is not caused by the device. For more information about Device Manager, refer to be faulty. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 173 ❖ 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 tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not using functions...
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... through the display options. You may have gone into a working . If no password is registered, press any key to activate the screen. The screen reactivates and allows you to its previous setting. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖...
... through the display options. You may have gone into a working . If no password is registered, press any key to activate the screen. The screen reactivates and allows you to its previous setting. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖...
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... the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Many programs display information on how to change these settings. Refer to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may be set up to the program's documentation and the modem manual for more information regarding your program has a print preview mode. Make sure the cable from the way...
... the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Many programs display information on how to change these settings. Refer to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may be set up to the program's documentation and the modem manual for more information regarding your program has a print preview mode. Make sure the cable from the way...
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... of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that represents a function, file, or program. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. See also Sleep, Suspend. See also diskette. hot swapping - Compare non-interlaced. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. The ability to create a complete screen image. A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. K keyboard shortcut...
... of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that represents a function, file, or program. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. See also Sleep, Suspend. See also diskette. hot swapping - Compare non-interlaced. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. The ability to create a complete screen image. A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. K keyboard shortcut...
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... 87 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 48, 107 charge not lasting 175 charging 46, 48 conserving power 110 disposal 119 low charge 109 monitoring power 48, 107 not charging 174 notifications 110 power plan 203 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 104 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 134 button power 51 start 123 C character keys 88 charging the battery 48 checking device properties 172 click 68 communications network connection 125 set up...
... 87 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 48, 107 charge not lasting 175 charging 46, 48 conserving power 110 disposal 119 low charge 109 monitoring power 48, 107 not charging 174 notifications 110 power plan 203 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 104 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 134 button power 51 start 123 C character keys 88 charging the battery 48 checking device properties 172 click 68 communications network connection 125 set up...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 178 running slow 179 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 177 external monitor not working 177 screen is blank 176 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 119 double-click 68 DVD player general problems 187 DVD, using 97 E ENERGY STAR® 35 error messages device driver conflict...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 178 running slow 179 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 177 external monitor not working 177 screen is blank 176 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 119 double-click 68 DVD player general problems 187 DVD, using 97 E ENERGY STAR® 35 error messages device driver conflict...
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... Fn keys 89 function keys 89 H hard drive recovery utilities 60 hardware conflicts 171 resolving 172 headphones using 130 Help and Support Windows® operating system 171 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key display brightness 207 Hibernation mode 205 keyboard overlays 211 Lock (Instant security) 202 Output (Display switch) 206 power plan 203 Sleep mode 204 volume mute 201 Zoom (Display resolution) 210 zooming 211 Hot Key Cards 197 Hot key functions 201 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK® port 135...
... Fn keys 89 function keys 89 H hard drive recovery utilities 60 hardware conflicts 171 resolving 172 headphones using 130 Help and Support Windows® operating system 171 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key display brightness 207 Hibernation mode 205 keyboard overlays 211 Lock (Instant security) 202 Output (Display switch) 206 power plan 203 Sleep mode 204 volume mute 201 Zoom (Display resolution) 210 zooming 211 Hot Key Cards 197 Hot key functions 201 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK® port 135...
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... memory module slot 54 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 184 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 176 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 149 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O Opening the display panel 49 optical disc positioning 99 optical discs handling 100 inserting 99 removing 101, 102 optical drive problems 180 troubleshooting 180 using 97 optical media recording 101 other documentation 39 overlay keys 90 P password deleting a supervisor 145 disabling a user...
... memory module slot 54 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 184 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 176 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 149 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O Opening the display panel 49 optical disc positioning 99 optical discs handling 100 inserting 99 removing 101, 102 optical drive problems 180 troubleshooting 180 using 97 optical media recording 101 other documentation 39 overlay keys 90 P password deleting a supervisor 145 disabling a user...