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... let them to make any changes necessary to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If trouble is necessary. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of 1991 makes it can. If Problems Arise If this change. Disconnection If you in a margin at (949) 859-4273. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within...
... let them to make any changes necessary to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If trouble is necessary. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of 1991 makes it can. If Problems Arise If this change. Disconnection If you in a margin at (949) 859-4273. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within...
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...Removing a memory module 64 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Recovery Utilities 66 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 67 Hard disk drive recovery using the recovery partition 68 Hard disk drive recovery using the Recovery media 71 Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Connecting a mouse 76 Connecting a printer 76 Connecting the modem 78 Connecting other external devices 79 Using the TouchPad 80 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 81 Using the Toshiba Assist button 82 Customizing your computer's settings 83 Powering off the computer 83 Closing the display...
...Removing a memory module 64 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Recovery Utilities 66 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 67 Hard disk drive recovery using the recovery partition 68 Hard disk drive recovery using the Recovery media 71 Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Connecting a mouse 76 Connecting a printer 76 Connecting the modem 78 Connecting other external devices 79 Using the TouchPad 80 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 81 Using the Toshiba Assist button 82 Customizing your computer's settings 83 Powering off the computer 83 Closing the display...
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... Phillips No. 0 screwdriver for a long time, the memory module will become hot. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this happens, let the module cool to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can be installed in good condition. otherwise, skip to locate the memory slot cover.
... Phillips No. 0 screwdriver for a long time, the memory module will become hot. The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this happens, let the module cool to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can be installed in good condition. otherwise, skip to locate the memory slot cover.
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... memory module snap into position. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63 clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... memory module snap into position. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 63 clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 13 of "Installing a memory module" on page 59 To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view...
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 13 of "Installing a memory module" on page 59 To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view...
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Sample TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen Recovering the original factory image (recommended) Recovering a hard disk drive to its original factory setting. Be sure you that the HDD has been recovered. 3 Press any key on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost during the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. Getting Started Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Recovery Utilities 69 To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer...
Sample TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen Recovering the original factory image (recommended) Recovering a hard disk drive to its original factory setting. Be sure you that the HDD has been recovered. 3 Press any key on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost during the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. Getting Started Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Recovery Utilities 69 To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer...
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... DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set the volume too high when using the InterVideo WinDVD™ application. To install the WinDVD application, use the Toshiba Application Installer on the Windows desktop. On the fourth change regions four times. Note that last region. 100 Learning the Basics Playing DVDs ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Playing DVDs If you are using an optional external DVD-ROM or...
... DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set the volume too high when using the InterVideo WinDVD™ application. To install the WinDVD application, use the Toshiba Application Installer on the Windows desktop. On the fourth change regions four times. Note that last region. 100 Learning the Basics Playing DVDs ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Playing DVDs If you are using an optional external DVD-ROM or...
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... can use a mouse instead of the office. Connecting cables for each of the optional Slim Port Replicator The LAN port lets you are using your computer away from your desk. The replicator provides more information, see the accessories information package that enable you connect an external monitor. Optional Slim Port Replicator The optional Slim Port Replicator enhances your computer and have immediate access to an expansion device. For more USB ports...
... can use a mouse instead of the office. Connecting cables for each of the optional Slim Port Replicator The LAN port lets you are using your computer away from your desk. The replicator provides more information, see the accessories information package that enable you connect an external monitor. Optional Slim Port Replicator The optional Slim Port Replicator enhances your computer and have immediate access to an expansion device. For more USB ports...
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... opens the TOSHIBA Password Utility. Click Cancel if Sample TOSHIBA Password Utility tab options 3 Click Set. 4 Enter a password (then enter it again to verify). 5 Click Set. 6 Click OK if you to set a userlevel password in TOSHIBA Assist or in LAN TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility allows you want to save the password to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation ❖ LAN-Lets you enable or disable the Wake-on a diskette or media of your choice. 173 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Password Utility ❖ Keyboard-lets you enable...
... opens the TOSHIBA Password Utility. Click Cancel if Sample TOSHIBA Password Utility tab options 3 Click Set. 4 Enter a password (then enter it again to verify). 5 Click Set. 6 Click OK if you to set a userlevel password in TOSHIBA Assist or in LAN TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility allows you want to save the password to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation ❖ LAN-Lets you enable or disable the Wake-on a diskette or media of your choice. 173 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Password Utility ❖ Keyboard-lets you enable...
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... change the status of hard disk drive passwords-user and master. 181 Toshiba Utilities Hard disk drive passwords 2 Follow the instructions on how to set two types of TPM to Enabled. 5 Press Y to save the changes. 6 Press the End key and then press the Y key to accept the changes. To enable TPM: 1 Restart your system's BIOS. Hard disk drive passwords Your computer comes with a System Setup utility that lets you choose to set a hard disk drive master password, If you set up and use this utility...
... change the status of hard disk drive passwords-user and master. 181 Toshiba Utilities Hard disk drive passwords 2 Follow the instructions on how to set two types of TPM to Enabled. 5 Press Y to save the changes. 6 Press the End key and then press the Y key to accept the changes. To enable TPM: 1 Restart your system's BIOS. Hard disk drive passwords Your computer comes with a System Setup utility that lets you choose to set a hard disk drive master password, If you set up and use this utility...
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... if the operating system is not working Once you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you are running on page 117. If there is no diskette in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." on...
... if the operating system is not working Once you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you are running on page 117. If there is no diskette in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." on...
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... through the display options. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key 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 on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. If you are using the built...
... through the display options. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key 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 on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. If you are using the built...
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... be a video format error. 236 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. If it does, the utility may be set to High Color (16-bit). ❖ If it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external DVD-ROM or multi-function drive, make sure the drive's cable is properly connected to the computer. 1 Verify that the disc is in the drive tray...
... be a video format error. 236 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. If it does, the utility may be set to High Color (16-bit). ❖ If it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external DVD-ROM or multi-function drive, make sure the drive's cable is properly connected to the computer. 1 Verify that the disc is in the drive tray...
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...; ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to access the screen saver option. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Connectivity Doctor screen to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the...
...; ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to access the screen saver option. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Connectivity Doctor screen to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the...
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... line of keys that represents a function, file, or program. hot swapping - L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. A key or combination of keys that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or...
... line of keys that represents a function, file, or program. hot swapping - L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work is refreshed. A key or combination of keys that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or...
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...-key keyboard 90 A AC adapter 51 AC power connecting adapter 52 power light 57 accessories computer lock cable 86 docking solutions 134 audio .WAV digital wave files 156 features 155 playing 98 B battery changing 126 charge indicator light 53, 119 charge not lasting 219 charging 51 conserving power 123 disposal 131 indicator light 57 low charge 122 monitoring power 53, 119 not charging 218 power usage hot key 125 power usage mode 253 real-time clock (RTC) 116 removing 126 BIOS see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power...
...-key keyboard 90 A AC adapter 51 AC power connecting adapter 52 power light 57 accessories computer lock cable 86 docking solutions 134 audio .WAV digital wave files 156 features 155 playing 98 B battery changing 126 charge indicator light 53, 119 charge not lasting 219 charging 51 conserving power 123 disposal 131 indicator light 57 low charge 122 monitoring power 53, 119 not charging 218 power usage hot key 125 power usage mode 253 real-time clock (RTC) 116 removing 126 BIOS see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power...
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... not accessing disk drives 209 optimizing 166 running on battery power 114 setting up 47 warning resume failure message 209 computing tips 87 configuring hard drive passwords 181 connect 167 connecting printer 76, 138 USB-compatible keyboard 137 monitor 137 mouse 76, 138 control buttons 80 critical applications 3 customizing taskbar 145 D desktop browsing style 147 changing styles 147 personalizing 145 Device Manager 215 checking properties 216 disabling a device 216 digital audio .WAV files 156 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch...
... not accessing disk drives 209 optimizing 166 running on battery power 114 setting up 47 warning resume failure message 209 computing tips 87 configuring hard drive passwords 181 connect 167 connecting printer 76, 138 USB-compatible keyboard 137 monitor 137 mouse 76, 138 control buttons 80 critical applications 3 customizing taskbar 145 D desktop browsing style 147 changing styles 147 personalizing 145 Device Manager 215 checking properties 216 disabling a device 216 digital audio .WAV files 156 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch...
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... functions 160 Fn-esse 159 assigning keys 160 change/remove key assignments 163 drag-and-drop 160 keyboard 159 starting 159 using keyboard or pointing device 161 viewing key assignments 162 folders displaying information 150 H hard disk drive light 58 Master password 181 passwords 181 User password 181 hardware conflicts 213 resolving 215 HDD protection 168 headphones 155 Help and Support Windows XP 212 Hibernation command 103 enabling 107 Hibernation mode 103 methods 109, 111 hot key display brightness 255 display modes...
... functions 160 Fn-esse 159 assigning keys 160 change/remove key assignments 163 drag-and-drop 160 keyboard 159 starting 159 using keyboard or pointing device 161 viewing key assignments 162 folders displaying information 150 H hard disk drive light 58 Master password 181 passwords 181 User password 181 hardware conflicts 213 resolving 215 HDD protection 168 headphones 155 Help and Support Windows XP 212 Hibernation command 103 enabling 107 Hibernation mode 103 methods 109, 111 hot key display brightness 255 display modes...
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... external 137 Fn-esse 159 function keys 91 hot keys 256, 257 layout 89 not working 209 numeric overlay 92 troubleshooting 220 keyboard, full-size 90 L LCD panel closing 84 M main battery removing 126 Master password 181 memory installing additional 58 problem solving 217 removing expansion slot cover 60 memory cards Secure Digital 142 memory module inserting 62 microphone using 156 modem determining COM port 152 problem solving 232 resetting port to default settings 152 upgrading 152 modes Hibernation 103 Standby 103 monitor not working...
... external 137 Fn-esse 159 function keys 91 hot keys 256, 257 layout 89 not working 209 numeric overlay 92 troubleshooting 220 keyboard, full-size 90 L LCD panel closing 84 M main battery removing 126 Master password 181 memory installing additional 58 problem solving 217 removing expansion slot cover 60 memory cards Secure Digital 142 memory module inserting 62 microphone using 156 modem determining COM port 152 problem solving 232 resetting port to default settings 152 upgrading 152 modes Hibernation 103 Standby 103 monitor not working...
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... removing 141 slot 138 PC Card slot 139 playing audio 98 Plug and Play 214 port external DVD-ROM drive 98 ports expansion 135 LAN 134 RGB (monitor) 134 Universal Serial Bus 135 power computer will not start 208 connecting cable to AC Adapter 52 energy-saving features 114 Power Saver settings 170 problem solving 218 turning on the power 57 power button 67 power cable connectors 258 power off guidelines 84 power source connecting 52 power usage mode hot key 125 power usage modes 124 powering down...
... removing 141 slot 138 PC Card slot 139 playing audio 98 Plug and Play 214 port external DVD-ROM drive 98 ports expansion 135 LAN 134 RGB (monitor) 134 Universal Serial Bus 135 power computer will not start 208 connecting cable to AC Adapter 52 energy-saving features 114 Power Saver settings 170 problem solving 218 turning on the power 57 power button 67 power cable connectors 258 power off guidelines 84 power source connecting 52 power usage mode hot key 125 power usage modes 124 powering down...