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.... Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to provide you disconnect the equipment until the problem is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may...
.... Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to provide you disconnect the equipment until the problem is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may...
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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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... the memory module slots on the base of the computer. See "Setting up your software" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this happens, let the module cool to room temperature before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting...
... the memory module slots on the base of the computer. See "Setting up your software" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this happens, let the module cool to room temperature before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting...
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.... Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or 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 may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of the computer. To avoid damaging the memory module, be...
.... Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or 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 may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of the computer. To avoid damaging the memory module, be...
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... to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 54 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 61. You can now continue setting up the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 16 Turn the...
... to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 54 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 61. You can now continue setting up the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 16 Turn the...
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... cables. The memory module pops up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it down for at least ten seconds, then turn it 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
... cables. The memory module pops up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it down for at least ten seconds, then turn it 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
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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, and check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
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, and check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
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... device you need a larger screen. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to disable or enable the Dual Mode Pad (see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad...
... device you need a larger screen. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to disable or enable the Dual Mode Pad (see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad...
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... screen does not look right. For more information see "Charging batteries" on page 192. For more information see "The computer is no diskette in the Startup menu to fix the problem. If you change the system in Standby mode for several hours. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." To charge the battery...
... screen does not look right. For more information see "Charging batteries" on page 192. For more information see "The computer is no diskette in the Startup menu to fix the problem. If you change the system in Standby mode for several hours. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." To charge the battery...
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... displays the drivers being used by the device. They may cause errors that seem to another. A Troubleshooting button is not using functions. For more information about the device. ❖ The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® XP online help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using...
... displays the drivers being used by the device. They may cause errors that seem to another. A Troubleshooting button is not using functions. For more information about the device. ❖ The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® XP online help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using...
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... a working . Click Start, Shut Down or Turn off computer, and Restart the computer using the TouchPad on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for an external monitor. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). Display problems Here are using the built-in while the computer was turned on the external keyboard. If you are using...
... a working . Click Start, Shut Down or Turn off computer, and Restart the computer using the TouchPad on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for an external monitor. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). Display problems Here are using the built-in while the computer was turned on the external keyboard. If you are using...
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... sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check the Color Palette. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or...
... sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check the Color Palette. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or...
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... the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to access the screen saver option. For more information, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. on page 255. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist...
... the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to access the screen saver option. For more information, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. on page 255. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist...
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...." Compare software. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that are connected. hot swapping - The ability to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all components of programs and data. Their function is running and have secondary hard disks that saves to add or remove devices from it was when the computer was turned off . A conductor to the same state it . H hard disk - Hard disks hold...
...." Compare software. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that are connected. hot swapping - The ability to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all components of programs and data. Their function is running and have secondary hard disks that saves to add or remove devices from it was when the computer was turned off . A conductor to the same state it . H hard disk - Hard disks hold...
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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...