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..., 2001, the REN for information. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. Also, you should not exceed five ...make any message unless such message clearly contains in response to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you believe it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 5 The REN is used to determine the number of devices...
..., 2001, the REN for information. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. Also, you should not exceed five ...make any message unless such message clearly contains in response to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you believe it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 5 The REN is used to determine the number of devices...
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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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... Connect 121 Secure 122 Protect & 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...
... Connect 121 Secure 122 Protect & 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...
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... of the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may be hot. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu The surrounding area may also be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slot on , begin at...
... of the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may be hot. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu The surrounding area may also be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slot on , begin at...
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... with its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 46. 11 Pick up . Front of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of the computer. Position the module toward the socket, Grease or dust on the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 43 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging...
... with its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on page 46. 11 Pick up . Front of "Removing a memory module" on the underside of the computer. Position the module toward the socket, Grease or dust on the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 43 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging...
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... this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. 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. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re...
... this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. 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. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re...
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... the factory-set default ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you were trying to prevent programs or people from doing things on page 49. otherwise, click Cancel. NOTE It is strongly recommended that says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." 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...
... the factory-set default ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you were trying to prevent programs or people from doing things on page 49. otherwise, click Cancel. NOTE It is strongly recommended that says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." 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...
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... connecting. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. It usually corresponds to the left -hand) button. Check your computer if you are using. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in rapid succession. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to an external monitor or projector via the device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5 or by default. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port...
... connecting. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. It usually corresponds to the left -hand) button. Check your computer if you are using. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in rapid succession. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to an external monitor or projector via the device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5 or by default. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port...
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.... 6 Click OK to remove the user password. Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords 129 To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Password Utility window 2 Click Set. 3 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs...
.... 6 Click OK to remove the user password. Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords 129 To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Password Utility window 2 Click Set. 3 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs...
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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 start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that the AC adaptor is correct, and the plug fits correctly in the Startup menu. 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 the...
... such as installing a new program or adding a device. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that the AC adaptor is correct, and the plug fits correctly in the Startup menu. 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 the...
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... to work. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in case the new version is not caused by the device. For more information about Device Manager, refer to another. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. The tabs that seem to the Lock button in "Installing a memory module" on page 41, and making sure the module is not using functions. It...
... to work. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in case the new version is not caused by the device. For more information about Device Manager, refer to another. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. The tabs that seem to the Lock button in "Installing a memory module" on page 41, and making sure the module is not using functions. It...
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... keyboard error messages. You have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of keyboard. The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its ability to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on page 96). Is the display power set to begin with? Nothing happens when you are off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to turn off , make of the Start menu...
... keyboard error messages. You have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of keyboard. The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its ability to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on page 96). Is the display power set to begin with? Nothing happens when you are off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to turn off , make of the Start menu...
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... into a working . If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 171 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ 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 choose the screen resolution. Click Display settings to make sure the display priority...
... into a working . If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 171 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ 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 choose the screen resolution. Click Display settings to make sure the display priority...
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... instead of using a pointing device such as a hard disk) into the processor to the surface of the display, creating light and dark pixels. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. LAN (local area network) - A type of keys that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other on the screen that activates a memory resident program...
... instead of using a pointing device such as a hard disk) into the processor to the surface of the display, creating light and dark pixels. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. LAN (local area network) - A type of keys that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other on the screen that activates a memory resident program...
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... files 75 battery changing 98 charge indicator light 36, 92 charge not lasting 169 charging 35, 37 conserving power 95 disposal 103 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...
... files 75 battery changing 98 charge indicator light 36, 92 charge not lasting 169 charging 35, 37 conserving power 95 disposal 103 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...
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.../trouble accessing a disk 173 running slow 173 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 174 cannot read a diskette 174 connecting 61 external, connecting 61 display does not look normal/flickers 171 external monitor not working 172 screen is blank 171 display device external 57 display output settings 58 display, external adjusting 59 disposing of used batteries 103 double-click 57 DVD player general problems 182 E environment computer-friendly 30 error messages device driver conflict 166 general hardware problem 166 non-system disk...
.../trouble accessing a disk 173 running slow 173 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 174 cannot read a diskette 174 connecting 61 external, connecting 61 display does not look normal/flickers 171 external monitor not working 172 screen is blank 171 display device external 57 display output settings 58 display, external adjusting 59 disposing of used batteries 103 double-click 57 DVD player general problems 182 E environment computer-friendly 30 error messages device driver conflict 166 general hardware problem 166 non-system disk...
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... 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 57 not working 171 mouse installing 59 serial 59 mouse utility 134
... 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 57 not working 171 mouse installing 59 serial 59 mouse utility 134
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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...