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... service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of Toshiba. 5 company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change. Instructions for your fax software...
... service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of Toshiba. 5 company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change. Instructions for your fax software...
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... Adjusting the quality of the external display..... 55 Display limitations 56 Connecting an external diskette drive 57 Using an external keyboard 57 Connecting to a power source 58 Charging the battery 60 Using the computer for the first time 61 Opening the display panel 61 Turning on the power 61 Activating the power-on password 63 Important information on your computer's built-in LCD sensor ... 64 Using the TouchPad 65 Primary and secondary control buttons........... 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Setting...
... Adjusting the quality of the external display..... 55 Display limitations 56 Connecting an external diskette drive 57 Using an external keyboard 57 Connecting to a power source 58 Charging the battery 60 Using the computer for the first time 61 Opening the display panel 61 Turning on the power 61 Activating the power-on password 63 Important information on your computer's built-in LCD sensor ... 64 Using the TouchPad 65 Primary and secondary control buttons........... 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Setting...
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... 180 Using external speakers or headphones......... 181 Using PC Cards 182 PC Card supporting software 182 Inserting PC Cards 183 Removing PC Cards 184 Hot swapping 184 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 186 TOSHIBA Accessibility 186 Fn-esse 187 Starting Fn-esse 188 Assigning a key to a program or document ... 189 Viewing existing key assignments 191 Changing or removing existing key assignments 191 Hotkey utility 191 TOSHIBA Console 192 Customize Your Computer 193 Security 194 Power Management 194 TOSHIBA Button Controls 197 Toshiba Hardware Setup...
... 180 Using external speakers or headphones......... 181 Using PC Cards 182 PC Card supporting software 182 Inserting PC Cards 183 Removing PC Cards 184 Hot swapping 184 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 186 TOSHIBA Accessibility 186 Fn-esse 187 Starting Fn-esse 188 Assigning a key to a program or document ... 189 Viewing existing key assignments 191 Changing or removing existing key assignments 191 Hotkey utility 191 TOSHIBA Console 192 Customize Your Computer 193 Security 194 Power Management 194 TOSHIBA Button Controls 197 Toshiba Hardware Setup...
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Connecting other audio-output devices, such as external speakers. The display latch keeps the display panel closed System indicator panel Volume control dial Display latch CD/DVD control buttons Microphone in jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other devices automatically disables the internal speakers. For a description, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on the system indicator panel provide information about various system functions. The 3.5 mm headphone out lets you connect an external monaural microphone. The CD/DVD control buttons allow you adjust the loudness of...
Connecting other audio-output devices, such as external speakers. The display latch keeps the display panel closed System indicator panel Volume control dial Display latch CD/DVD control buttons Microphone in jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other devices automatically disables the internal speakers. For a description, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on the system indicator panel provide information about various system functions. The 3.5 mm headphone out lets you connect an external monaural microphone. The CD/DVD control buttons allow you adjust the loudness of...
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... "Hot Keys" on a mouse. For a description of a finger. For more information, see "Using the TouchPad" on page 35. The lights on . The 3.5 mm microphone in jack lets you to perform this function. The volume control dial lets you connect stereo headphones or other devices automatically disables the internal speakers. The primary control button, located below the TouchPad, acts like the primary button on page 244. The CD/DVD control buttons allow you connect an external...
... "Hot Keys" on a mouse. For a description of a finger. For more information, see "Using the TouchPad" on page 35. The lights on . The 3.5 mm microphone in jack lets you to perform this function. The volume control dial lets you connect stereo headphones or other devices automatically disables the internal speakers. The primary control button, located below the TouchPad, acts like the primary button on page 244. The CD/DVD control buttons allow you connect an external...
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... keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 57) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 54) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 53) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 182) Installing additional memory (optional) CAUTION: Before you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. CAUTION: If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. There are two memory slots...
... keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 57) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 54) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 53) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 182) Installing additional memory (optional) CAUTION: Before you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. CAUTION: If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. There are two memory slots...
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... recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated 52 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Removing the memory module 3 Gently pull the module out. CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on page 46. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 10 through 12 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the...
... recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated 52 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Removing the memory module 3 Gently pull the module out. CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on page 46. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 10 through 12 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the...
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... the Add Printer Wizard: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer guide, or by older printers or printers shared on a network. The Control Panel appears. To set up a printer later, close or cancel the Add Printer Wizard. If your printer has not been detected automatically when connected to the computer, you plan...
... the Add Printer Wizard: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer guide, or by older printers or printers shared on a network. The Control Panel appears. To set up a printer later, close or cancel the Add Printer Wizard. If your printer has not been detected automatically when connected to the computer, you plan...
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the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you press them. For more information, see your program documentation. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the character keys is very much like typing on...
the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you press them. For more information, see your program documentation. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the character keys is very much like typing on...
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... Restore welcome screen The Windows® XP operating system guides you through restoring your system settings for future use some of storing your system to the selected date or time. It also guides you how to use . Windows® XP Help and Support The operating system has a Help facility. Lesson 14: If I am lost , what do I do? The operating system opens the Help and Support Center window...
... Restore welcome screen The Windows® XP operating system guides you through restoring your system settings for future use some of storing your system to the selected date or time. It also guides you how to use . Windows® XP Help and Support The operating system has a Help facility. Lesson 14: If I am lost , what do I do? The operating system opens the Help and Support Center window...
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... right. If you change your computer starts. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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 most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your...
... right. If you change your computer starts. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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 most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your...
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... temporary repair. My browser can't find the URL address I bookmarked. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is constantly changing. Many factors contribute to a network, the Startup menu may be down for further explanation. A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server may display different versions of Safe mode. My browser can't find a site I typed in troubleshooting the problem...
... temporary repair. My browser can't find the URL address I bookmarked. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is constantly changing. Many factors contribute to a network, the Startup menu may be down for further explanation. A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server may display different versions of Safe mode. My browser can't find a site I typed in troubleshooting the problem...
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...-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ external monitor only ❖ external video device only (composite port) To open the display options window, press Fn and F5 simultaneously. You may have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. The screen reactivates and allows you have gone into a working . The following display options are readily available on the external monitor. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to...
...-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ external monitor only ❖ external video device only (composite port) To open the display options window, press Fn and F5 simultaneously. You may have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. The screen reactivates and allows you have gone into a working . The following display options are readily available on the external monitor. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to...
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... set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that you use to interact with any other services. The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that represents a function, file, or program. A key or combination of pixels is refreshed. See also byte. Memory cache installed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. See also diskette. Compare noninterlaced. hot swapping - internal device...
... set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that you use to interact with any other services. The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that represents a function, file, or program. A key or combination of pixels is refreshed. See also byte. Memory cache installed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. See also diskette. Compare noninterlaced. hot swapping - internal device...
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.../modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. R RAM (random access memory) - Compare ROM. random access memory - Short for connection to work with peripheral devices. pointing device - processor - See also memory. A set of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See ROM. pixel - The smallest dot that , when followed by a computer. The general classes of instructions that can be executed by a device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself to a network or a peripheral device...
.../modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. R RAM (random access memory) - Compare ROM. random access memory - Short for connection to work with peripheral devices. pointing device - processor - See also memory. A set of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See ROM. pixel - The smallest dot that , when followed by a computer. The general classes of instructions that can be executed by a device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself to a network or a peripheral device...
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... 40 seating guidelines 40 work habits 42 error messages device driver conflict 220 general hardware problem 220 non-system disk or disk error 217, 231 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 228 program has performed an illegal operation 215 warning resume failure 217 Error-checking 229 Ethernet LAN adapter 98 exchanging files 169 expansion memory slot cover 36 external diskette drive 57 keyboard 57 external microphone connecting 179 external monitor connecting 169 not working 229 external speakers 181 F FAT...
... 40 seating guidelines 40 work habits 42 error messages device driver conflict 220 general hardware problem 220 non-system disk or disk error 217, 231 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 228 program has performed an illegal operation 215 warning resume failure 217 Error-checking 229 Ethernet LAN adapter 98 exchanging files 169 expansion memory slot cover 36 external diskette drive 57 keyboard 57 external microphone connecting 179 external monitor connecting 169 not working 229 external speakers 181 F FAT...
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... 32 lock slot 30 M main battery changing 126 recharging 121 removing 126 memory adding 46 problem solving 224 removing 51 memory module inserting 49 microphone in jack 27, 32 Microsoft Internet Explorer 97 Microsoft Support Online Web site 220 Microsoft Windows XP 22, 131 minimizing 146 modem cover 36 determining COM port 170 port 28, 97 problem solving 236, 237 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 97 modes Hibernation 100 Standby 101 monitor connecting...
... 32 lock slot 30 M main battery changing 126 recharging 121 removing 126 memory adding 46 problem solving 224 removing 51 memory module inserting 49 microphone in jack 27, 32 Microsoft Internet Explorer 97 Microsoft Support Online Web site 220 Microsoft Windows XP 22, 131 minimizing 146 modem cover 36 determining COM port 170 port 28, 97 problem solving 236, 237 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 97 modes Hibernation 100 Standby 101 monitor connecting...
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... removing 184 replacing 184 slots 30 using 182 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 182 play/pause button 35 playing CDs and DVDs 86 ports COM 170 external diskette drive 57 LAN 28 modem 28 parallel 28 RGB (monitor) 28 USB 28 power cable 59 cable connectors 252 computer will not start 216 light 34 monitoring 122 on/off button 31 problem solving 225 Power Management 194 running on batteries 196 power off guidelines 72 power usage mode...
... removing 184 replacing 184 slots 30 using 182 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 182 play/pause button 35 playing CDs and DVDs 86 ports COM 170 external diskette drive 57 LAN 28 modem 28 parallel 28 RGB (monitor) 28 USB 28 power cable 59 cable connectors 252 computer will not start 216 light 34 monitoring 122 on/off button 31 problem solving 225 Power Management 194 running on batteries 196 power off guidelines 72 power usage mode...
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... working 229 external keyboard not working 226 external monitor 227 faulty memory 224 hardware conflict 220, 221 high-pitched noise 232 illegal operation 215 Internet bookmarked site not found 219 Internet connection is slow 219 keyboard not responding 216 keyboard produces unexpected characters 226 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 229 modem not receiving or transmitting 236, 237 multi-function drive tray doesn't eject 231 no sound 232 non-system disk or disk error...
... working 229 external keyboard not working 226 external monitor 227 faulty memory 224 hardware conflict 220, 221 high-pitched noise 232 illegal operation 215 Internet bookmarked site not found 219 Internet connection is slow 219 keyboard not responding 216 keyboard produces unexpected characters 226 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 229 modem not receiving or transmitting 236, 237 multi-function drive tray doesn't eject 231 no sound 232 non-system disk or disk error...
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... battery 125 mode 34, 101 Standby command 101 Standby mode hot key 248 Start button 133 starting a program 81 Startup menu problem solving 218 sticky key 187 stop button 35 support for Windows 134 System 157 system indicator panel 32, 34 System Restore 157 System Setup 217 system tools 229 Disk Defragmenter 230 Error-checking 229 System tray 134 T taskbar 134, 146 customizing 163 telephone line connecting the modem 97 television adjusting display 55 connecting...
... battery 125 mode 34, 101 Standby command 101 Standby mode hot key 248 Start button 133 starting a program 81 Startup menu problem solving 218 sticky key 187 stop button 35 support for Windows 134 System 157 system indicator panel 32, 34 System Restore 157 System Setup 217 system tools 229 Disk Defragmenter 230 Error-checking 229 System tray 134 T taskbar 134, 146 customizing 163 telephone line connecting the modem 97 television adjusting display 55 connecting...