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... five (5.0). Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for them know of this change. The digits represented by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. In order to do this product is used to determine the number of devices that may occasionally be connected to the telephone network, the telephone company may be...
... five (5.0). Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for them know of this change. The digits represented by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. In order to do this product is used to determine the number of devices that may occasionally be connected to the telephone network, the telephone company may be...
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...39 Turning on the power 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 41 Removing a memory module 46 Checking total memory 47 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 48 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 49 Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options 50 Installing drivers and applications 56 Using the TouchPad 56 Control buttons 57 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 57 Using external display devices 57 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 58 Adjusting the quality of the external display......59 Using an external keyboard 59 Using a mouse 59 Connecting a printer 59 Setting...
...39 Turning on the power 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 41 Removing a memory module 46 Checking total memory 47 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 48 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 49 Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options 50 Installing drivers and applications 56 Using the TouchPad 56 Control buttons 57 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 57 Using external display devices 57 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 58 Adjusting the quality of the external display......59 Using an external keyboard 59 Using a mouse 59 Connecting a printer 59 Setting...
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... Internet Service Providers 110 Connecting to the Internet 110 Surfing the Internet 111 Internet features 111 Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet 112 Exploring audio features 112 Recording sounds 112 Using external speakers or headphones..........113 Using tablet mode 113 Preparing to use the tablet 113 Using tablet mode 115 Using the Toshiba tablet pen 116 Returning the computer to its original configuration 116 Using PC Cards 117 Inserting a PC Card...
... Internet Service Providers 110 Connecting to the Internet 110 Surfing the Internet 111 Internet features 111 Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet 112 Exploring audio features 112 Recording sounds 112 Using external speakers or headphones..........113 Using tablet mode 113 Preparing to use the tablet 113 Using tablet mode 115 Using the Toshiba tablet pen 116 Returning the computer to its original configuration 116 Using PC Cards 117 Inserting a PC Card...
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... & Fix 123 Optimize 124 Toshiba Application Installer 125 Setting passwords 126 Using an instant password 126 Using a supervisor password 127 Using a user password 128 Deleting a user password 129 TOSHIBA Security Assist 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 132 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 133 Mouse Utility 134 Toshiba Hardware Setup 135 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 137 TOSHIBA Button Support 138 TOSHIBA Rotation Utility 139 Tablet PC Settings 140 Windows® Mobility Center 142 Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility 143 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 144 TOSHIBA Accessibility...
... & Fix 123 Optimize 124 Toshiba Application Installer 125 Setting passwords 126 Using an instant password 126 Using a supervisor password 127 Using a user password 128 Deleting a user password 129 TOSHIBA Security Assist 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 132 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 133 Mouse Utility 134 Toshiba Hardware Setup 135 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 137 TOSHIBA Button Support 138 TOSHIBA Rotation Utility 139 Tablet PC Settings 140 Windows® Mobility Center 142 Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility 143 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 144 TOSHIBA Accessibility...
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... install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on the base of the Start menu. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 41 Installing a memory module A memory module...
... install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on the base of the Start menu. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 41 Installing a memory module A memory module...
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... the socket, NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 43 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the...
... the socket, NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 43 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the...
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... on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 100. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Front of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 47 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
... on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 100. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Front of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 47 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
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... socket latches. Using the HDD Recovery, you can: ❖ Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using your system. 48 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 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" on page 41), and then check that you create recovery CDs/DVDs before using a writable drive ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you may...
... socket latches. Using the HDD Recovery, you can: ❖ Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using your system. 48 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 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" on page 41), and then check that you create recovery CDs/DVDs before using a writable drive ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you may...
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... in display, but you need a larger screen. The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the external device. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of device you are connecting. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by configuring the Display Properties settings. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable...
... in display, but you need a larger screen. The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the external device. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of device you are connecting. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by configuring the Display Properties settings. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable...
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... Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Delete. 3 Follow the on a diskette or media of your choice, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file. 6 Click OK to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and...
... Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Delete. 3 Follow the on a diskette or media of your choice, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file. 6 Click OK to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and...
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... such as installing a new program or adding a device. 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 properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the...
... such as installing a new program or adding a device. 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 properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the...
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... memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 46. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one memory module installed for the error again. The tabs that seem to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using...
... memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 46. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one memory module installed for the error again. The tabs that seem to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using...
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... charged to begin with your Power Plans (see "Charging batteries" on the most recent software and hardware options for your software using the hard disk more? Refer to this site often to stay current on page 90. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power, see "Power Plans" on , press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control mode light...
... charged to begin with your Power Plans (see "Charging batteries" on the most recent software and hardware options for your software using the hard disk more? Refer to this site often to stay current on page 90. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power, see "Power Plans" on , press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control mode light...
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... secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. 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 on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the screen...
... secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. 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 on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the screen...
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... memory for processing. Memory cache installed on the network. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - A type of keys that you use to create a complete screen image. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in combination with any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of display...
... memory for processing. Memory cache installed on the network. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - A type of keys that you use to create a complete screen image. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in combination with any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of display...
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... low charge 94 monitoring power 36, 92 not charging 169 notification 94 222 power plan 198 power plan hot key 97 real-time clock (RTC) 89 removing 98 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 40, 49 start 107 C character keys 77 charging the battery 37 checking device properties 167 click 57 communications network connection 108 set up 108 computer caring for 73 cleaning 73 moving 73 non-system disk or disk error message 163 not accessing disk drives...
... low charge 94 monitoring power 36, 92 not charging 169 notification 94 222 power plan 198 power plan hot key 97 real-time clock (RTC) 89 removing 98 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 40, 49 start 107 C character keys 77 charging the battery 37 checking device properties 167 click 57 communications network connection 108 set up 108 computer caring for 73 cleaning 73 moving 73 non-system disk or disk error message 163 not accessing disk drives...
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... running on battery power 88 setting up 33, 41 warning resume failure message 162 computer lock 73 computing tips 75 connecting to a power source 35 control buttons 57 Ctrl keys 78 D desktop creating new icon 106 major features 106 desktop exploration 105 desktop icons 106 Device Manager 167 checking properties 167 devices keyboard 59 mouse 59 Disk Defragmenter 173 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 174 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 173...
... running on battery power 88 setting up 33, 41 warning resume failure message 162 computer lock 73 computing tips 75 connecting to a power source 35 control buttons 57 Ctrl keys 78 D desktop creating new icon 106 major features 106 desktop exploration 105 desktop icons 106 Device Manager 167 checking properties 167 devices keyboard 59 mouse 59 Disk Defragmenter 173 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 174 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 173...
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... and downloading files 112 URL address not found 165 using 109 Internet Explorer® icon 106 Internet Service Providers 110 ISPs 110 K keyboard character keys 77 function keys 78 hot keys 206 not working 162 overlay keys 79 special Windows® keys 78 troubleshooting 170 using 76 keyboard, external 59 keyboard, full-size 77 L lock computer, using 73 M main battery removing 98 memory adding 40 problem solving 168 removing expansion slot cover 43 memory module inserting 43 installation 41 removing 47 microphone 112 monitor 57 connecting...
... and downloading files 112 URL address not found 165 using 109 Internet Explorer® icon 106 Internet Service Providers 110 ISPs 110 K keyboard character keys 77 function keys 78 hot keys 206 not working 162 overlay keys 79 special Windows® keys 78 troubleshooting 170 using 76 keyboard, external 59 keyboard, full-size 77 L lock computer, using 73 M main battery removing 98 memory adding 40 problem solving 168 removing expansion slot cover 43 memory module inserting 43 installation 41 removing 47 microphone 112 monitor 57 connecting...
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... O opening the display panel 38 optical drive troubleshooting 174 other documentation 29 overlay keys 79 P password deleting a supervisor 128 disabling a user 129 setting a user 128 supervisor set up 127 types 126 passwords instant, using 126 setting 126 PC Card checklist 176 computer stops working 177 configuring 118 errors 177 hot swapping fails 177 inserting 117 not recognized 177 problem solving 176 removing 118 setting up 118 port Ethernet LAN 108 RGB 57 power computer will not start 161 connecting cable...
... O opening the display panel 38 optical drive troubleshooting 174 other documentation 29 overlay keys 79 P password deleting a supervisor 128 disabling a user 129 setting a user 128 supervisor set up 127 types 126 passwords instant, using 126 setting 126 PC Card checklist 176 computer stops working 177 configuring 118 errors 177 hot swapping fails 177 inserting 117 not recognized 177 problem solving 176 removing 118 setting up 118 port Ethernet LAN 108 RGB 57 power computer will not start 161 connecting cable...
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... battery power 88 S safety computer 104 disposing of batteries 103 icons 28 precautions 31 saving files 82 screen blank 171 does not look normal/flickers 171 rotating 71 secondary button 57 set up communications 108 setting up adding memory 40 computer 33, 41 Sleep mode 63 hot key 199 starting again from 71 sound problem solving 175 sounds recording 112 speakers using external 113 start button 107 Start Search field 82 starting...
... battery power 88 S safety computer 104 disposing of batteries 103 icons 28 precautions 31 saving files 82 screen blank 171 does not look normal/flickers 171 rotating 71 secondary button 57 set up communications 108 setting up adding memory 40 computer 33, 41 Sleep mode 63 hot key 199 starting again from 71 sound problem solving 175 sounds recording 112 speakers using external 113 start button 107 Start Search field 82 starting...