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... and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. 2 Model: Satellite 2455 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you have purchased is not designed for any "critical applications." IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT...
... and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. 2 Model: Satellite 2455 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you have purchased is not designed for any "critical applications." IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT...
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... correct the problem and informed of connection. When you are ever needed on the first page of this disconnection. or an authorized representative of the sending machine or such business, other electronic device to send any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. Instructions for your fax software before sending a message. This certification means that it unlawful to use a computer...
... correct the problem and informed of connection. When you are ever needed on the first page of this disconnection. or an authorized representative of the sending machine or such business, other electronic device to send any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. Instructions for your fax software before sending a message. This certification means that it unlawful to use a computer...
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... Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 50 Adding external devices 51 Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive 52 Connecting to a power source 52 Charging the main battery 55 Using the computer for the first time 56 Opening the display panel 56 Turning on the power 56 Activating the power-on password 57 Using the TouchPad 58 Installing additional memory (optional 60 Removing a memory module 66 Connecting an optional Slim SelectBay module ..... 69 Hot swapping an optional Slim SelectBay module 69 Installing and locking an optional...
... Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 50 Adding external devices 51 Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive 52 Connecting to a power source 52 Charging the main battery 55 Using the computer for the first time 56 Opening the display panel 56 Turning on the power 56 Activating the power-on password 57 Using the TouchPad 58 Installing additional memory (optional 60 Removing a memory module 66 Connecting an optional Slim SelectBay module ..... 69 Hot swapping an optional Slim SelectBay module 69 Installing and locking an optional...
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...Fn key, activate several different system functions. The power button turns the computer on page 83. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on and off. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Screen Power button Speaker Function keys Keyboard TouchPad Primary control button CD/DVD control buttons CD/DVD control buttons System indicator panel Internet button TOSHIBA Console button TV button Keyboard indicator lights Speaker Palm rest Secondary control button Volume control dial The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp...
...Fn key, activate several different system functions. The power button turns the computer on page 83. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on and off. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Screen Power button Speaker Function keys Keyboard TouchPad Primary control button CD/DVD control buttons CD/DVD control buttons System indicator panel Internet button TOSHIBA Console button TV button Keyboard indicator lights Speaker Palm rest Secondary control button Volume control dial The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp...
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... become hot. Do not try to room temperature before you use the computer for various memory configurations. See "Toshiba voice contact" on page 256. There are two memory slots. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is recommended that you replace them. When additional memory is added, or original memory replaced, it is in slot A. CAUTION: If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu.
... become hot. Do not try to room temperature before you use the computer for various memory configurations. See "Toshiba voice contact" on page 256. There are two memory slots. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is recommended that you replace them. When additional memory is added, or original memory replaced, it is in slot A. CAUTION: If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu.
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... the computer and the module. 1. Power to damage the display or circuit board. CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive power is turned on. 2. CAUTION: When removing the computer's power and TOSHIBA Console button panel to install additional memory, be careful not to the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive has been turned on . The computer is on . See "Turn Off or Shut down using Standby mode. 3. The computer was...
... the computer and the module. 1. Power to damage the display or circuit board. CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive power is turned on. 2. CAUTION: When removing the computer's power and TOSHIBA Console button panel to install additional memory, be careful not to the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive has been turned on . The computer is on . See "Turn Off or Shut down using Standby mode. 3. The computer was...
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... install a module with another while the computer is seated properly, as described in which you can connect optional modules with a variety of functions: ❖ An optional DVD-ROM or multi-function drive ❖ An optional hard disk drive Hot swapping an optional Slim SelectBay module One of the great things about optional Slim SelectBay modules is that you can replace one module with an optional hard disk drive, you must first add the optional hard disk drive to remove. Getting Started Connecting an optional...
... install a module with another while the computer is seated properly, as described in which you can connect optional modules with a variety of functions: ❖ An optional DVD-ROM or multi-function drive ❖ An optional hard disk drive Hot swapping an optional Slim SelectBay module One of the great things about optional Slim SelectBay modules is that you can replace one module with an optional hard disk drive, you must first add the optional hard disk drive to remove. Getting Started Connecting an optional...
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... install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to set up a printer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). If you plan to your computer. Sample Printers and Faxes window 3 Click Add Printer. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating...
... install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to set up a printer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). If you plan to your computer. Sample Printers and Faxes window 3 Click Add Printer. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating...
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... not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . End 1 2 PgDn 3 + Ins 0 Del / Alt (Alternate) key Fn key Ctrl (Control) key Character keys Parts of the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing...
... not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . End 1 2 PgDn 3 + Ins 0 Del / Alt (Alternate) key Fn key Ctrl (Control) key Character keys Parts of the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing...
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... 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. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the computer. For more information, see your program documentation. Windows® special keys Application key Windows® logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard...
... 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. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the computer. For more information, see your program documentation. Windows® special keys Application key Windows® logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard...
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... to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode, or to warn you have Hibernate mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of your work and turn off . The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. If you when the battery is running low. Setting battery alarms Your computer can set an alarm: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If...
... to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode, or to warn you have Hibernate mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of your work and turn off . The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. If you when the battery is running low. Setting battery alarms Your computer can set an alarm: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If...
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... shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open Accessibility: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Select Toshiba Utilities, then select Accessibility. To open programs, documents, The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears. 3 Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box. 195 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Using Accessibility enables you to make the Fn key a sticky key, meaning you can press it once, release it and then press a function key to the desired option. 5 Click Apply...
... shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open Accessibility: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Select Toshiba Utilities, then select Accessibility. To open programs, documents, The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears. 3 Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box. 195 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Using Accessibility enables you to make the Fn key a sticky key, meaning you can press it once, release it and then press a function key to the desired option. 5 Click Apply...
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... time to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the computer's memory has been lost. For more information, see "Power and the batteries" on for several hours. The Windows® operating system is one, remove it and press any key does not work routine, you experience any of these problems, use the options in the diskette drive. Data...
... time to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the computer's memory has been lost. For more information, see "Power and the batteries" on for several hours. The Windows® operating system is one, remove it and press any key does not work routine, you experience any of these problems, use the options in the diskette drive. Data...
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...: If your computer is constantly changing. If accessing a particular site is surfing, your Windows® documentation for temporary repair. They include: modem speed, time of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is not working For additional information, refer to a network, the Startup menu may be slow) and popularity of the address carefully. 228 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is very slow...
...: If your computer is constantly changing. If accessing a particular site is surfing, your Windows® documentation for temporary repair. They include: modem speed, time of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is not working For additional information, refer to a network, the Startup menu may be slow) and popularity of the address carefully. 228 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is very slow...
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... DVD-ROM or multi-function drive. Contact your supplier's Technical Support. The DVD-ROM or multifunction drive failed to play another disc. This is unclassified. Check that this version of the DVD specification. 246 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional Resolution information The audio settings are incorrect. Please check sound card or drivers. Check installation of ) the DVD disc. There may be a problem with the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive...
... DVD-ROM or multi-function drive. Contact your supplier's Technical Support. The DVD-ROM or multifunction drive failed to play another disc. This is unclassified. Check that this version of the DVD specification. 246 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional Resolution information The audio settings are incorrect. Please check sound card or drivers. Check installation of ) the DVD disc. There may be a problem with the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive...
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... represents a function, file, or program. hot swapping - Interlaced monitors take two passes to perform a task instead of using a pointing device. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of data equal to help improve processing speed. A unit of keys that you use to create a complete screen image. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to 1024 bytes. A small image displayed on the network. See device. The decentralized...
... represents a function, file, or program. hot swapping - Interlaced monitors take two passes to perform a task instead of using a pointing device. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of data equal to help improve processing speed. A unit of keys that you use to create a complete screen image. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to 1024 bytes. A small image displayed on the network. See device. The decentralized...
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... changing 128 charge not lasting 235 charging 122 conserving power 126 disposal 133 installing 128 light 40, 125 monitoring power 125 not charging 235 power usage mode 263 release latch 42 remaining power 125 removing 128 RTC (real-time clock) 121, 124 setting alarms 127 buttons CD player 97 CD/DVD controls 38, 41 DVD-ROM drive eject 92 Internet 38 mode 41 next track 41 PC Card eject 36 play/pause 41 power...
... changing 128 charge not lasting 235 charging 122 conserving power 126 disposal 133 installing 128 light 40, 125 monitoring power 125 not charging 235 power usage mode 263 release latch 42 remaining power 125 removing 128 RTC (real-time clock) 121, 124 setting alarms 127 buttons CD player 97 CD/DVD controls 38, 41 DVD-ROM drive eject 92 Internet 38 mode 41 next track 41 PC Card eject 36 play/pause 41 power...
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... keys 197 change/remove key assignments 199 drag-and-drop 197 keyboard 196 starting 196 using keyboard or pointing device 198 viewing key assignments 199 folders 138 displaying information 171 front panel 38 function keys 37, 84 H hard disk drive inserting in Slim SelectBay module 72 hardware conflicts 229 resolving 231 headphone jack 34 Help 160 Windows XP 228 Hibernation command 103 enabling 109 Hibernation mode 103 methods 110, 111, 265 hiding windows 147 hot key disabling/enabling TouchPad...
... keys 197 change/remove key assignments 199 drag-and-drop 197 keyboard 196 starting 196 using keyboard or pointing device 198 viewing key assignments 199 folders 138 displaying information 171 front panel 38 function keys 37, 84 H hard disk drive inserting in Slim SelectBay module 72 hardware conflicts 229 resolving 231 headphone jack 34 Help 160 Windows XP 228 Hibernation command 103 enabling 109 Hibernation mode 103 methods 110, 111, 265 hiding windows 147 hot key disabling/enabling TouchPad...
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... removing 190 replacing 69 slots 36 using 189 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 189 play/pause button 41 Plug and Play 231 ports external diskette drive 52 i.LINK 34 infrared 36 modem 35 monitor 34 Network 33 parallel 34 S-video 33 USB 33, 36 power cable 54 cable connectors 268 computer will not start 225 light 40 monitoring 125 on/off button 37 problem solving 234 taking care of your battery 131 Power Management...
... removing 190 replacing 69 slots 36 using 189 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 189 play/pause button 41 Plug and Play 231 ports external diskette drive 52 i.LINK 34 infrared 36 modem 35 monitor 34 Network 33 parallel 34 S-video 33 USB 33, 36 power cable 54 cable connectors 268 computer will not start 225 light 40 monitoring 125 on/off button 37 problem solving 234 taking care of your battery 131 Power Management...
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292 Index DVD-ROM controls are gray 242 not functioning properly 244 video content poor 244 DVD-ROM performance is poor 242 DVD-ROM Root or Title menu does not open 243 DVD-ROM slow playback 243 external display not working 238 external keyboard not working 236 external monitor 237 faulty memory 234 hardware conflict 229, 230 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 231 high-pitched noise 248 illegal operation 224 Internet bookmarked site not found 228 Internet connection is...
292 Index DVD-ROM controls are gray 242 not functioning properly 244 video content poor 244 DVD-ROM performance is poor 242 DVD-ROM Root or Title menu does not open 243 DVD-ROM slow playback 243 external display not working 238 external keyboard not working 236 external monitor 237 faulty memory 234 hardware conflict 229, 230 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 231 high-pitched noise 248 illegal operation 224 Internet bookmarked site not found 228 Internet connection is...