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Connection to party line service is causing harm to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to do this equipment, for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number Also, you with this , it...
Connection to party line service is causing harm to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to do this equipment, for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number Also, you with this , it...
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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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... before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 45. If you use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will become hot. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If this procedure. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. See "Setting up your software" on...
... before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 45. If you use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will become hot. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If this procedure. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. See "Setting up your software" on...
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.... To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful 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 computer. Static electricity can retrieve them later. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of the computer...
.... To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful 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 computer. Static electricity can retrieve them later. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Front of the computer...
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... setting up the next time you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it on . Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 16 Turn...
... setting up the next time you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it on . Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in memory will not be lost. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 59 16 Turn...
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... "Changing the main battery" on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. Front of the slot. 60 Getting 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 it on, perform the following: Press the power button...
... "Changing the main battery" on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module. The memory module pops up . 7 Reconnect the cables. Front of the slot. 60 Getting 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 it on, perform the following: Press the power button...
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... TouchPad™ 61 8 Restart the computer. 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. 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed...
... TouchPad™ 61 8 Restart the computer. 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. 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed...
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... if you are connecting. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the documentation for your computer for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the left side of device you need a larger screen. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn...
... if you are connecting. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the documentation for your computer for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the left side of device you need a larger screen. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn...
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... in the Startup menu to fix the problem. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." For more information see "Charging batteries" on page 111. Make sure there is no diskette in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If pressing any key does not work routine, you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. 193 If...
... in the Startup menu to fix the problem. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." For more information see "Charging batteries" on page 111. Make sure there is no diskette in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If pressing any key does not work routine, you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. 193 If...
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... device appears. A Troubleshooting button is seated properly. The operating system shuts down and turns off computer. 2 Click Turn Off. 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...
... device appears. A Troubleshooting button is seated properly. The operating system shuts down and turns off computer. 2 Click Turn Off. 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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... problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will restart and recognize the device. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to activate the screen. If you are using...
... problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will restart and recognize the device. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to activate the screen. If you are using...
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... be a video format error. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you must use the adapter's management utility. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you are not True Color (24bit). If it is not set to get it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If the...
... be a video format error. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you must use the adapter's management utility. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you are not True Color (24bit). If it is not set to get it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If the...
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... to access the screen saver option. on the Connectivity Doctor screen to start ConfigFree, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. For more detailed information on the taskbar. ❖ Press 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 open the TOSHIBA...
... to access the screen saver option. on the Connectivity Doctor screen to start ConfigFree, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. For more detailed information on the taskbar. ❖ Press 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 open the TOSHIBA...
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... is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Also called "system bus." See also bus. Their function is referred to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all components of programs and data. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident...
... is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Also called "system bus." See also bus. Their function is referred to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all components of programs and data. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident...
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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...