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... transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your right to make changes in advance that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is experienced with the best service it is to provide you to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it can. If trouble is resolved. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support...
... transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your right to make changes in advance that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is experienced with the best service it is to provide you to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it can. If trouble is resolved. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support...
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... first time 56 Opening the display panel 56 Your computer's features and specifications ....57 Turning on the power 57 Using the TouchPad 58 Scrolling with the TouchPad 59 Using the Scroll button 59 Using the Control buttons 59 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 60 Installing additional memory (optional 61 Removing a memory module 65 Using an external keyboard 67 Using a mouse 67 Connecting a local printer 67 Setting up your printer 68 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........72 Connecting external display devices 73 Connecting the display device 73 Directing the...
... first time 56 Opening the display panel 56 Your computer's features and specifications ....57 Turning on the power 57 Using the TouchPad 58 Scrolling with the TouchPad 59 Using the Scroll button 59 Using the Control buttons 59 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 60 Installing additional memory (optional 61 Removing a memory module 65 Using an external keyboard 67 Using a mouse 67 Connecting a local printer 67 Setting up your printer 68 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........72 Connecting external display devices 73 Connecting the display device 73 Directing the...
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... Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 117 Charging the batteries 117 Charging the main battery 118 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring battery power 120 Determining remaining battery power 120 What to do when the battery runs low 122 Setting battery alarms 122 Conserving battery power 123 Power profiles in Windows XP 124 Using a hot key to set the power profile..........124 Changing the main battery 125 Removing the battery from the computer .......126...
... Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 117 Charging the batteries 117 Charging the main battery 118 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring battery power 120 Determining remaining battery power 120 What to do when the battery runs low 122 Setting battery alarms 122 Conserving battery power 123 Power profiles in Windows XP 124 Using a hot key to set the power profile..........124 Changing the main battery 125 Removing the battery from the computer .......126...
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... install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you replace them. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in various capacities (to disable or enable the TouchPad (see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on the most of data. NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can be lost. You may have both slots occupied. Additional memory comes in Stand by or Hibernation mode...
... install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you replace them. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in various capacities (to disable or enable the TouchPad (see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on the most of data. NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can be lost. You may have both slots occupied. Additional memory comes in Stand by or Hibernation mode...
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... faces the slot, fit the memory module into the socket. Sample removing the memory module slot cover 7 Place the memory module slot cover in a safe place so that you can damage the memory module. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 63 5 Remove the battery (see "Changing the main battery" on the side you insert into the computer). 8 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 9 Holding the memory module by its gold connector bar (on page 125). 6 Using a standard...
... faces the slot, fit the memory module into the socket. Sample removing the memory module slot cover 7 Place the memory module slot cover in a safe place so that you can damage the memory module. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 63 5 Remove the battery (see "Changing the main battery" on the side you insert into the computer). 8 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 9 Holding the memory module by its gold connector bar (on page 125). 6 Using a standard...
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... Started Installing additional memory (optional) Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and fasten the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. 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 10 of "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 61. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance...
... Started Installing additional memory (optional) Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and fasten the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. 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 10 of "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 61. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance...
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.../DVD player via the S-video Out port. ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) Out port. If you are connecting. HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet (approximately 6 meters). Selecting video cables To connect a device to the S-video port, you will need to purchase an S-video cable. Getting Started Connecting external display devices 73 Connecting external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect the following types of device you are connecting...
.../DVD player via the S-video Out port. ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) Out port. If you are connecting. HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet (approximately 6 meters). Selecting video cables To connect a device to the S-video port, you will need to purchase an S-video cable. Getting Started Connecting external display devices 73 Connecting external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect the following types of device you are connecting...
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... external display device, you need a larger screen or to display anything on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the Display Properties settings. This hot key cycles through the settings in display and TV (or other external video device) simultaneously ❖ TV (or other external video device) only 76 Getting Started Connecting external display devices Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer screen. See the immediately following order...
... external display device, you need a larger screen or to display anything on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the Display Properties settings. This hot key cycles through the settings in display and TV (or other external video device) simultaneously ❖ TV (or other external video device) only 76 Getting Started Connecting external display devices Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer screen. See the immediately following order...
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... following options: 0-9 Press a number on your computer to watch a specific channel. This allows you are using for the external device you to use your keyboard to view the television guide. See the documentation for more information. 1 Connect the external device to the computer using the composite cable plug on . F2 Press the F2 key to the TV tuner: S- keys i Press the i key to scroll through inputs to access the Setup menu...
... following options: 0-9 Press a number on your computer to watch a specific channel. This allows you are using for the external device you to use your keyboard to view the television guide. See the documentation for more information. 1 Connect the external device to the computer using the composite cable plug on . F2 Press the F2 key to the TV tuner: S- keys i Press the i key to scroll through inputs to access the Setup menu...
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... Del to fix the problem. Data stored in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours. For more information, see "Power and the batteries" on page 251. If pressing any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to restart the computer. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
... Del to fix the problem. Data stored in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours. For more information, see "Power and the batteries" on page 251. If pressing any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to restart the computer. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
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..., your computer is connected to the speed with the forward slash (/). If accessing a particular site is constantly changing. Try again later. 246 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working See your browser to locate the site. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your access can surf the Internet. My browser cannot find a site I typed in troubleshooting the problem. My browser...
..., your computer is connected to the speed with the forward slash (/). If accessing a particular site is constantly changing. Try again later. 246 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working See your browser to locate the site. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your access can surf the Internet. My browser cannot find a site I typed in troubleshooting the problem. My browser...
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... the display power set to turn off , make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? Keyboard problems If, when you are using the hard disk more keyboard error messages. A keypad overlay may be on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn...
... the display power set to turn off , make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more ? Keyboard problems If, when you are using the hard disk more keyboard error messages. A keypad overlay may be on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn...
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... adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to advance through the display options. The built-in screen. 254 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Enter. To change the display settings by clicking a blank area of flickering, try using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a working . The screen...
... adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to advance through the display options. The built-in screen. 254 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Enter. To change the display settings by clicking a blank area of flickering, try using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a working . The screen...
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To use the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on page 60. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . 275 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad.
To use the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on page 60. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . 275 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad.
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... taskbar is displayed with your system) to start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. on the taskbar. ❖ Press the Toshiba Console button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to open the Toshiba Console, and...
... taskbar is displayed with your system) to start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. on the taskbar. ❖ Press the Toshiba Console button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to open the Toshiba Console, and...
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... page that environment and connect to the device. The following settings can configure and connect to the network. 284 Using ConfigFree™ with the desired settings. lets you can be saved (or "captured") in "profiles." Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard, where you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up profiles to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts. ❖ Devices -
... page that environment and connect to the device. The following settings can configure and connect to the network. 284 Using ConfigFree™ with the desired settings. lets you can be saved (or "captured") in "profiles." Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard, where you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up profiles to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts. ❖ Devices -
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... to a network 105 Connecting external AV input devices 77 Connecting external display devices 73 connecting to a power source 52 connection set up 138 conserving battery power 123 Contents CDs 102 DVDs 102 control buttons 59 critical applications 2 Ctrl keys 86 D desktop creating new icon 133 exploring 132 icons 133 major features 133 Device Manager 249 checking properties 250 disabling a device 249, 250 devices keyboard 67 mouse 67 dial-up connection 105 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 105 Disk Defragmenter 257 disk drive corrupted...
... to a network 105 Connecting external AV input devices 77 Connecting external display devices 73 connecting to a power source 52 connection set up 138 conserving battery power 123 Contents CDs 102 DVDs 102 control buttons 59 critical applications 2 Ctrl keys 86 D desktop creating new icon 133 exploring 132 icons 133 major features 133 Device Manager 249 checking properties 250 disabling a device 249, 250 devices keyboard 67 mouse 67 dial-up connection 105 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 105 Disk Defragmenter 257 disk drive corrupted...
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... 254 external monitor not working 255 latch 56 screen is blank 253 display device connecting 73 display mode setting 74 display modes hot key 273 display output settings 76 display panel closing 81 opening 56 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 130 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 248 double-click 59 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive cannot access disc 258 drive tray will not open 258 inserting discs 100 problems 258 removing 102 troubleshooting 250 E environmental considerations 44 ergonomics 44 posture 44 error messages device driver conflict...
... 254 external monitor not working 255 latch 56 screen is blank 253 display device connecting 73 display mode setting 74 display modes hot key 273 display output settings 76 display panel closing 81 opening 56 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 130 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 248 double-click 59 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive cannot access disc 258 drive tray will not open 258 inserting discs 100 problems 258 removing 102 troubleshooting 250 E environmental considerations 44 ergonomics 44 posture 44 error messages device driver conflict...
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... removing expansion slot cover 63 memory module inserting 63 removing 66 Memory Stick inserting 154 removing 154 microphone 148 built-in 148 Microsoft Internet Explorer 104 Microsoft Support Online Web site 247 modem connecting to a telephone line 172 determining COM port 136 port 104 problem solving 263 resetting port to default settings 136 upgrading 136 using 104 module memory 63 Wi-Fi Mini PC 140 monitor connecting 73, 76 not working 254 mouse installing 67 serial 67 N network 230 accessing 137 connecting...
... removing expansion slot cover 63 memory module inserting 63 removing 66 Memory Stick inserting 154 removing 154 microphone 148 built-in 148 Microsoft Internet Explorer 104 Microsoft Support Online Web site 247 modem connecting to a telephone line 172 determining COM port 136 port 104 problem solving 263 resetting port to default settings 136 upgrading 136 using 104 module memory 63 Wi-Fi Mini PC 140 monitor connecting 73, 76 not working 254 mouse installing 67 serial 67 N network 230 accessing 137 connecting...
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... removing 155 seating 44 secondary button 60 security 230 selecting a place to work 42 SelectServ 41, 61, 104, 115 setting up communications 104 computer 62 setting up a connection 138 setting up your computer 49 shutting down more quickly 107 sound problem solving 259 sound recording 149 sounds recording 148 speakers using external 150 Stand By mode hot key 271 Standby low battery 122 Standby mode going into more quickly 112 starting...
... removing 155 seating 44 secondary button 60 security 230 selecting a place to work 42 SelectServ 41, 61, 104, 115 setting up communications 104 computer 62 setting up a connection 138 setting up your computer 49 shutting down more quickly 107 sound problem solving 259 sound recording 149 sounds recording 148 speakers using external 150 Stand By mode hot key 271 Standby low battery 122 Standby mode going into more quickly 112 starting...