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... on the hard disk or other damage. 2 Model: Satellite ® 1955 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. "Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any "critical applications." YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS...
... on the hard disk or other damage. 2 Model: Satellite ® 1955 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. "Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any "critical applications." YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS...
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... local telecommunications company. Before installing this change. Instructions for your telephone line, as possible. In the event repairs are notified, you will be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 5 company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to the user's satisfaction. When you are ever needed on your modem, they...
... local telecommunications company. Before installing this change. Instructions for your telephone line, as possible. In the event repairs are notified, you will be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 5 company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to the user's satisfaction. When you are ever needed on your modem, they...
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... Toshiba ......... 48 Adding external devices 49 Connecting the AC adapter 50 Charging the battery 52 Using the computer for the first time 53 Opening the display panel 53 Turning on the power 53 Using the TouchPad 55 Primary and secondary control buttons........... 55 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Setting up other devices 57 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Using an external keyboard 61 Connecting a printer 61 Connecting a USB printer 62 Connecting a parallel printer 62 Setting up the printer 62 Connecting an external diskette drive 64 Using external display...
... Toshiba ......... 48 Adding external devices 49 Connecting the AC adapter 50 Charging the battery 52 Using the computer for the first time 53 Opening the display panel 53 Turning on the power 53 Using the TouchPad 55 Primary and secondary control buttons........... 55 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Setting up other devices 57 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Using an external keyboard 61 Connecting a printer 61 Connecting a USB printer 62 Connecting a parallel printer 62 Setting up the printer 62 Connecting an external diskette drive 64 Using external display...
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... Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television 161 Playing DVDs 162 Exploring audio features 163 Recording sounds 163 Using a microphone 164 Adjusting recording quality 165 Using external speakers or headphones......... 165 Using PC Cards 167 PC Card supporting software 167 Inserting PC Cards 168 Removing PC Cards 169 Hot swapping 170 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 171 Power Management 172 Chapter 8: WinDVD 174 Playing DVDs 174 Using the WinDVD slider bar (location) ......... 176 Using the WinDVD control panel 176
... Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television 161 Playing DVDs 162 Exploring audio features 163 Recording sounds 163 Using a microphone 164 Adjusting recording quality 165 Using external speakers or headphones......... 165 Using PC Cards 167 PC Card supporting software 167 Inserting PC Cards 168 Removing PC Cards 169 Hot swapping 170 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 171 Power Management 172 Chapter 8: WinDVD 174 Playing DVDs 174 Using the WinDVD slider bar (location) ......... 176 Using the WinDVD control panel 176
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... "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 57. 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up other devices 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery. 14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 15 To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then click Control Panel. ❖ Click the Performance and Maintenance icon...
... "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 57. 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up other devices 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery. 14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 15 To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then click Control Panel. ❖ Click the Performance and Maintenance icon...
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... printer driver either by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the model of printer that is connected to set up the printer If you need a suitable USB cable, which may come with your computer. Setting up a printer later, click Cancel. To connect a printer: 1 Connect the USB cable to the USB port. 2 Connect the printer's power cable to your printer. Connecting a parallel printer To make the connection...
... printer driver either by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the model of printer that is connected to set up the printer If you need a suitable USB cable, which may come with your computer. Setting up a printer later, click Cancel. To connect a printer: 1 Connect the USB cable to the USB port. 2 Connect the printer's power cable to your printer. Connecting a parallel printer To make the connection...
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Connecting an external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. An optional external USB diskette drive HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the printer name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference between other printers. 64 Getting Started Connecting an external diskette drive Sample Add Printer Wizard 5 Follow the instructions.
Connecting an external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. An optional external USB diskette drive HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the printer name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference between other printers. 64 Getting Started Connecting an external diskette drive Sample Add Printer Wizard 5 Follow the instructions.
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... A. Used in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary (or right mouse) control button. For more information, see your program documentation. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the computer. Windows® special keys Application key Windows® logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard...
... A. Used in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary (or right mouse) control button. For more information, see your program documentation. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the computer. Windows® special keys Application key Windows® logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard...
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... change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. 190 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ❖ The screen does not look right. If you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode (with Networking) ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your computer starts. To open...
... change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. 190 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ❖ The screen does not look right. If you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode (with Networking) ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your computer starts. To open...
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... Support: 191 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is constantly changing. Make sure you in . The World Wide Web is not working ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu) For additional information, refer to a network, the Startup menu may be slow) and popularity of period ("dot") or other mistakes will make it impossible for temporary repair. Try again later. Internet problems My Internet connection...
... Support: 191 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is constantly changing. Make sure you in . The World Wide Web is not working ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu) For additional information, refer to a network, the Startup menu may be slow) and popularity of period ("dot") or other mistakes will make it impossible for temporary repair. Try again later. Internet problems My Internet connection...
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... "Charging batteries" on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light, or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off , make sure the software you are using the hard disk more? Is your computer. Was the battery fully charged to activate the screen. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. If you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have a second keyboard, try it works...
... "Charging batteries" on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light, or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off , make sure the software you are using the hard disk more? Is your computer. Was the battery fully charged to activate the screen. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. If you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have a second keyboard, try it works...
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... seconds between each F5 selection. The Settings tab allows you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a working . If you are using the built-in screen. If you to make sure the display priority is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on page 228. The Appearance...
... seconds between each F5 selection. The Settings tab allows you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a working . If you are using the built-in screen. If you to make sure the display priority is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on page 228. The Appearance...
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... error code to play another disc. WinDVD does not support this is a DVD-Video 1.0 disc. The audio card was found, but there is unclassified. This error is a problem with the copy protection system within the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive. Playback cannot continue. Contact your supplier's Technical Support. The DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive failed to authenticate (authorize playback of the DVD specification. Please check sound card or drivers. This is a problem with the audio card...
... error code to play another disc. WinDVD does not support this is a DVD-Video 1.0 disc. The audio card was found, but there is unclassified. This error is a problem with the copy protection system within the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive. Playback cannot continue. Contact your supplier's Technical Support. The DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive failed to authenticate (authorize playback of the DVD specification. Please check sound card or drivers. This is a problem with the audio card...
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... disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off . The wireless mode is: ❖ Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna. 229 Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock...
... disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off . The wireless mode is: ❖ Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna. 229 Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock...
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internal device - Internet - A key or combination of keys that enables 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 computers or other on the network. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. A group of keys that represents a function, file, or program. 240 Glossary high-density diskette - See also...
internal device - Internet - A key or combination of keys that enables 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 computers or other on the network. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. A group of keys that represents a function, file, or program. 240 Glossary high-density diskette - See also...
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... guidelines 43 work habits 45 error messages device driver conflict 192 general hardware problem 192 non-system disk or disk error 189, 202 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 200 program has performed an illegal operation 187 warning resume failure 189 WinDVD 207 Error-checking 201 Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter 90 expansion memory slot 58 cover 39 external diskette drive 64 keyboard 61 external microphone connecting 164 external monitor connecting 154 not working 200 external speakers 166...
... guidelines 43 work habits 45 error messages device driver conflict 192 general hardware problem 192 non-system disk or disk error 189, 202 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 200 program has performed an illegal operation 187 warning resume failure 189 WinDVD 207 Error-checking 201 Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter 90 expansion memory slot 58 cover 39 external diskette drive 64 keyboard 61 external microphone connecting 164 external monitor connecting 154 not working 200 external speakers 166...
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... removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 microphone jack 32 Microsoft Internet Explorer 89 Microsoft Support Online Web site 192 Microsoft Windows XP 25, 115 minimizing 130 modem determining COM port 154 port 31, 90 problem solving 216 resetting port to default settings 154 upgrading 154 modem, using 90 monitor connecting 65, 154 not working 199 moving the computer 69 Multifunction drive 32, 80, 162 can't access disc 203 drive tray won't open 203 eject button...
... removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 microphone jack 32 Microsoft Internet Explorer 89 Microsoft Support Online Web site 192 Microsoft Windows XP 25, 115 minimizing 130 modem determining COM port 154 port 31, 90 problem solving 216 resetting port to default settings 154 upgrading 154 modem, using 90 monitor connecting 65, 154 not working 199 moving the computer 69 Multifunction drive 32, 80, 162 can't access disc 203 drive tray won't open 203 eject button...
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... files 202 Device Manager 194 disabling a device 194, 195 disk drive is slow 201 display is blank 198 DVD-ROM controls are gray 204 not functioning properly 207 video content poor 206 DVD-ROM performance is poor 204 DVD-ROM Root or Title menu does not open 204 DVD-ROM slow playback 205 external display not working 200 external keyboard not working 198 external monitor 199 faulty memory 196 hardware conflict 192, 193 high-pitched noise 211 illegal operation 187 Internet bookmarked...
... files 202 Device Manager 194 disabling a device 194, 195 disk drive is slow 201 display is blank 198 DVD-ROM controls are gray 204 not functioning properly 207 video content poor 206 DVD-ROM performance is poor 204 DVD-ROM Root or Title menu does not open 204 DVD-ROM slow playback 205 external display not working 200 external keyboard not working 198 external monitor 199 faulty memory 196 hardware conflict 192, 193 high-pitched noise 211 illegal operation 187 Internet bookmarked...
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... battery power 102 S safety disposing of batteries 113 icon 26 precautions 45 traveling 113 safety instruction CD-ROM 14 DVD-ROM 14 safety instructions Multifunction drive 14 saving your work 77 screen 35 blank 198 doesn't look normal/flickers 199 Screen Saver tab 137 SCSI (Small Computer Systems Interface) 170 Search Engine 159 secondary control button 56 security fitting a computer lock cable 69 lock slot 31 SelectServ 28 setting battery...
... battery power 102 S safety disposing of batteries 113 icon 26 precautions 45 traveling 113 safety instruction CD-ROM 14 DVD-ROM 14 safety instructions Multifunction drive 14 saving your work 77 screen 35 blank 198 doesn't look normal/flickers 199 Screen Saver tab 137 SCSI (Small Computer Systems Interface) 170 Search Engine 159 secondary control button 56 security fitting a computer lock cable 69 lock slot 31 SelectServ 28 setting battery...
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... Locator) 148, 159 USB ports 32 USB-compatible keyboard connecting 61 using modem 90 PC Cards 167 wireless mouse and control buttons 119 utilities Power Management 172 Toshiba Power Saver 95 V video features exploring 161 video projector adjusting display 66 connecting 65 video/audio out jack 31 volume control dial 32 volume, adjusting 166 W warranty SelectServ 28 wav files recording 163 Web address 122, 159 Web browsers 158 Web sites 218 Support Online 192 Web sites, Toshiba 219 Wi-Fi wireless networking 156 windows...
... Locator) 148, 159 USB ports 32 USB-compatible keyboard connecting 61 using modem 90 PC Cards 167 wireless mouse and control buttons 119 utilities Power Management 172 Toshiba Power Saver 95 V video features exploring 161 video projector adjusting display 66 connecting 65 video/audio out jack 31 volume control dial 32 volume, adjusting 166 W warranty SelectServ 28 wav files recording 163 Web address 122, 159 Web browsers 158 Web sites 218 Support Online 192 Web sites, Toshiba 219 Wi-Fi wireless networking 156 windows...