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.... Connection to party line service is subject to the telephone network, the telephone company may occasionally be required. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information. If trouble is a REN of the transmission, the date and time it can. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre...
.... Connection to party line service is subject to the telephone network, the telephone company may occasionally be required. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information. If trouble is a REN of the transmission, the date and time it can. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre...
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... 51 Opening the display panel 51 Your computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Using the TouchPad 61 Scrolling with the TouchPad 62 Control buttons 62 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 62 Using the Dual Mode Pad 64 Scrolling with the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using the Control buttons 65 Using Tap Zones 65 Using the Virtual Buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad .........67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on...
... 51 Opening the display panel 51 Your computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Using the TouchPad 61 Scrolling with the TouchPad 62 Control buttons 62 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 62 Using the Dual Mode Pad 64 Scrolling with the Dual Mode Pad 65 Using the Control buttons 65 Using Tap Zones 65 Using the Virtual Buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad .........67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on...
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... computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 45. If this procedure. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You will be lost. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer...
... computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 45. If this procedure. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You will be lost. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer...
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... not to discharge any static electricity you insert into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its pin connector on the side you may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module into the socket on the underside of computer Sample unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the...
... not to discharge any static electricity you insert into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its pin connector on the side you may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module into the socket on the underside of computer Sample unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can damage the...
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... extra memory module after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Standby or Hibernation mode. When the operating system...
... extra memory module after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Standby or Hibernation mode. When the operating system...
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... Started Adding memory (optional) The following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn the power on , perform the following: Press the power button and hold it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Front of the slot. The memory module...
... Started Adding memory (optional) The following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn the power on , perform the following: Press the power button and hold it out of computer Memory slots Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Front of the slot. The memory module...
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... keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you would like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your finger forward on the TouchPad in front of a finger. Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 61 8 Restart the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover...
... keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you would like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your finger forward on the TouchPad in front of a finger. Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 61 8 Restart the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover...
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... disable or enable the Dual Mode Pad (see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad" on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on page 241). Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you need a larger screen. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices...
... disable or enable the Dual Mode Pad (see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad" on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on page 241). Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you need a larger screen. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices...
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... battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Make sure there is no diskette in Standby mode for several hours. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error...
... battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Make sure there is no diskette in Standby mode for several hours. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error...
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... the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to be device-related. This tab does not appear if the device is seated properly. A Help and Support window for these first: 1 Click Start, Turn off the computer automatically. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one device to Windows® XP online help. The operating...
... the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to be device-related. This tab does not appear if the device is seated properly. A Help and Support window for these first: 1 Click Start, Turn off the computer automatically. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one device to Windows® XP online help. The operating...
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... plugged the external keyboard in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you press the keys on the external keyboard. 204 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Nothing happens when you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on...
... plugged the external keyboard in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you press the keys on the external keyboard. 204 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Nothing happens when you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on...
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DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in which case you must use the adapter's management utility. It should be set to High Color (16-bit). ❖ If it is set to High Color, change the settings to fix the problem yourself. To verify your drive to an authorized service provider to get it does, the utility may be a video format error. A dirty drive can...
DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in which case you must use the adapter's management utility. It should be set to High Color (16-bit). ❖ If it is set to High Color, change the settings to fix the problem yourself. To verify your drive to an authorized service provider to get it does, the utility may be a video format error. A dirty drive can...
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... to access the screen saver option. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. For more information, see "Profile Settings" on page 255. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect...
... to access the screen saver option. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. For more information, see "Profile Settings" on page 255. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect...
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... or remove devices from it was when the computer was turned off . Compare software. frontside bus - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that can be magnetically coded with data. hot key - (1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn on the keyboard. It has a potential of zero (0) volts, is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Hard disks...
... or remove devices from it was when the computer was turned off . Compare software. frontside bus - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that can be magnetically coded with data. hot key - (1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn on the keyboard. It has a potential of zero (0) volts, is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Hard disks...
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...-esse 161 audio .wav files 140 audio features 140 B backing up files 86 battery changing 120 charge indicator light 49, 113 charge not lasting 202 charging 47, 50 conserving power 117 disposal 126 low charge 116 monitoring power 49, 113 not charging 201 power usage hot key 119 power usage mode 237 real-time clock (RTC) 110 removing 121 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 52 start 130 C CD creating 104 playing an audio 103 CD/DVD button functionality 100 283
...-esse 161 audio .wav files 140 audio features 140 B backing up files 86 battery changing 120 charge indicator light 49, 113 charge not lasting 202 charging 47, 50 conserving power 117 disposal 126 low charge 116 monitoring power 49, 113 not charging 201 power usage hot key 119 power usage mode 237 real-time clock (RTC) 110 removing 121 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 52 start 130 C CD creating 104 playing an audio 103 CD/DVD button functionality 100 283
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 206 running slow 207 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 208 cannot read a diskette 208 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 205 external monitor not working 206 screen is blank 204 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 70 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 126 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 197 double-click 62, 65 DVD player general problems 219 DVD-ROM drive problems 209 troubleshooting 209 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 206 running slow 207 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 208 cannot read a diskette 208 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 205 external monitor not working 206 screen is blank 204 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 70 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 126 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 197 double-click 62, 65 DVD player general problems 219 DVD-ROM drive problems 209 troubleshooting 209 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems...
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285 Index computer-friendly 40 error messages device driver conflict 196 general hardware problem 196 non-system disk or disk error 193, 208 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 205 program has performed an illegal operation 190 warning resume failure 192 Error-checking 207 Ethernet LAN port 135 expansion memory slot 56 exploring the desktop 128 external monitor not working 206 mouse 70 external diskette drive connecting 73 external display, adjusting 70 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 207...
285 Index computer-friendly 40 error messages device driver conflict 196 general hardware problem 196 non-system disk or disk error 193, 208 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 205 program has performed an illegal operation 190 warning resume failure 192 Error-checking 207 Ethernet LAN port 135 expansion memory slot 56 exploring the desktop 128 external monitor not working 206 mouse 70 external diskette drive connecting 73 external display, adjusting 70 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 207...
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... or removing existing 163 keyboard character keys 87 function keys 88 hot keys 242 not working 192 overlay keys 89 troubleshooting 203 Windows special keys 89 keyboard, external 70 keyboard, full-size 87 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 70 M main battery removing 121 memory adding 53 problem solving 200 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module inserting 57 installation 54 removing 60 microphone 141 modem determining COM port 132 problem solving 215 resetting port to default settings 132 upgrading 132 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 204 mouse installing 70 serial 70 N network accessing 134
... or removing existing 163 keyboard character keys 87 function keys 88 hot keys 242 not working 192 overlay keys 89 troubleshooting 203 Windows special keys 89 keyboard, external 70 keyboard, full-size 87 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 70 M main battery removing 121 memory adding 53 problem solving 200 removing expansion slot cover 56 memory module inserting 57 installation 54 removing 60 microphone 141 modem determining COM port 132 problem solving 215 resetting port to default settings 132 upgrading 132 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 204 mouse installing 70 serial 70 N network accessing 134
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...-Up Networking Wizard 134 networking wireless 134 O opening the display panel 51 other documentation 38 overlay keys 89 P password deleting a supervisor 159 disabling a user 157 supervisor set up 157 types 155 passwords instant, using 156 PC Card checklist 211 CIS (Card Information Structure) 211 computer stops working 212 configuring 145 errors 213 hot swapping fails 213 inserting 143, 145 modem default 132 not recognized 213 problem solving 210, 212 removing 144, 146 setting up...
...-Up Networking Wizard 134 networking wireless 134 O opening the display panel 51 other documentation 38 overlay keys 89 P password deleting a supervisor 159 disabling a user 157 supervisor set up 157 types 155 passwords instant, using 156 PC Card checklist 211 CIS (Card Information Structure) 211 computer stops working 212 configuring 145 errors 213 hot swapping fails 213 inserting 143, 145 modem default 132 not recognized 213 problem solving 210, 212 removing 144, 146 setting up...
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... Device Manager 198 disabling a device 199 disk drive is slow 207 display is blank 204 external display not working 206 external monitor 204 faulty memory 200 hardware conflict 196, 197 high-pitched noise 210 illegal operation 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 195 Internet connection is slow 195 keyboard not responding 192 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 206 modem not receiving or transmitting 215 no sound 210 non-system disk or disk error 193, 208 PC Card...
... Device Manager 198 disabling a device 199 disk drive is slow 207 display is blank 204 external display not working 206 external monitor 204 faulty memory 200 hardware conflict 196, 197 high-pitched noise 210 illegal operation 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 195 Internet connection is slow 195 keyboard not responding 192 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 206 modem not receiving or transmitting 215 no sound 210 non-system disk or disk error 193, 208 PC Card...