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... information. If trouble is experienced with the FCC if you to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Disconnection If you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to allow you believe it may be required. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of 1991 makes it unlawful for...
... information. If trouble is experienced with the FCC if you to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Disconnection If you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to allow you believe it may be required. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of 1991 makes it unlawful for...
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... for the first time 45 Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options 58 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the TouchPad 64 Scrolling with the TouchPad 65 Control buttons 65 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 65 Using the Dual Mode Pad 66 Using Dual Mode 66 Using external display devices 68 Directing the...
... for the first time 45 Opening the display panel 45 Your computer's features and specifications ....46 Turning on the power 46 Adding memory (optional 47 Installing a memory module 48 Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options 58 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the TouchPad 64 Scrolling with the TouchPad 65 Control buttons 65 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 65 Using the Dual Mode Pad 66 Using Dual Mode 66 Using external display devices 68 Directing the...
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48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the lower-right corner of the computer. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips...
48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the lower-right corner of the computer. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips...
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... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover...
... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Memory slots Front of the slot. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 115. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Memory slots Front of the slot. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... strongly recommended that you can : ❖ Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using your system. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on your computer without your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. Using the HDD Recovery, you can check that says, "Windows® needs your permission to perform the action...
... strongly recommended that you can : ❖ Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using your system. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on your computer without your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities. Using the HDD Recovery, you can check that says, "Windows® needs your permission to perform the action...
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... the computer. Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is...
... the computer. Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is...
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... "Enabling Dual Mode" on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to your computer if you desire and click Apply. To configure a virtual button: 1 Perform steps 1-5 in your area. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices unassigned by the cable installer at the building premises as close the Mouse Properties window. In order to use one of these buttons, you wish to configure. 3 Select the desired options...
... "Enabling Dual Mode" on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to your computer if you desire and click Apply. To configure a virtual button: 1 Perform steps 1-5 in your area. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices unassigned by the cable installer at the building premises as close the Mouse Properties window. In order to use one of these buttons, you wish to configure. 3 Select the desired options...
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... a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Learning the Basics 85 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. If you receive via diskette, email, or download from or writing to learn more about Sleep. This precaution is active. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys...
... a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Learning the Basics 85 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. If you receive via diskette, email, or download from or writing to learn more about Sleep. This precaution is active. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys...
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... change your work routine, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
... change your work routine, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
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... memory module installed for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. For more information about Device Manager, refer to be faulty. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to another. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module...
... memory module installed for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. For more information about Device Manager, refer to be faulty. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to another. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module...
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... a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its ability to any of keyboard. You may be replaced. This is normal for other product information. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Charging batteries" on page 111 for more keyboard error messages. You have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start...
... a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its ability to any of keyboard. You may be replaced. This is normal for other product information. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Charging batteries" on page 111 for more keyboard error messages. You have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start...
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... gone into a working . If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 179 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. You can change the display settings by pressing...
... gone into a working . If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 179 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. You can change the display settings by pressing...
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... using a pointing device such as a mouse. A type of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a hard disk) into the processor to perform a task instead of the display, creating light and dark pixels. interlaced - The decentralized, world-wide network of display that uses...
... using a pointing device such as a mouse. A type of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a hard disk) into the processor to perform a task instead of the display, creating light and dark pixels. interlaced - The decentralized, world-wide network of display that uses...
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... 84 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 44, 106 charge not lasting 177 charging 42, 44 conserving power 110 disposal 118 low charge 108 monitoring power 44, 106 not charging 177 229 notification 109 power plan 206 power plan hot key card 112 real-time clock (RTC) 103 removing 113 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter Slot inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 47, 57 start 122 C CD creating 100 playing an audio 98 CD, using 95 character keys 86 charging the battery...
... 84 battery changing 113 charge indicator light 44, 106 charge not lasting 177 charging 42, 44 conserving power 110 disposal 118 low charge 108 monitoring power 44, 106 not charging 177 229 notification 109 power plan 206 power plan hot key card 112 real-time clock (RTC) 103 removing 113 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter Slot inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 47, 57 start 122 C CD creating 100 playing an audio 98 CD, using 95 character keys 86 charging the battery...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 181 running slow 181 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 182 cannot read a diskette 182 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 179 external monitor not working 180 screen is blank 179 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 118 double-click 65 DVD creating 100 DVD player general problems 189 DVD, using 95 E environment computer-friendly 37 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 181 running slow 181 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 182 cannot read a diskette 182 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 179 external monitor not working 180 screen is blank 179 display device external 68 display output settings 69 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 118 double-click 65 DVD creating 100 DVD player general problems 189 DVD, using 95 E environment computer-friendly 37 error messages device driver...
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... Support Windows® 174 Hibernation mode 73 configuring 77 starting again from 79 hot key display brightness 210 display modes 209 Hibernation mode 208 keyboard overlays 213 password security 204 power plan 206 Sleep mode 207 volume mute 203 zooming 213 hot key power plan 112 Index 231 http 128 I i.LINK port 135 icon 121 desktop 121 Internet Explorer 121 moving to desktop 121 recycle bin 121 safety 35 Windows Media Player 121 installation memory module 48 installing memory modules 47 mouse...
... Support Windows® 174 Hibernation mode 73 configuring 77 starting again from 79 hot key display brightness 210 display modes 209 Hibernation mode 208 keyboard overlays 213 password security 204 power plan 206 Sleep mode 207 volume mute 203 zooming 213 hot key power plan 112 Index 231 http 128 I i.LINK port 135 icon 121 desktop 121 Internet Explorer 121 moving to desktop 121 recycle bin 121 safety 35 Windows Media Player 121 installation memory module 48 installing memory modules 47 mouse...
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..., external 70 keyboard, full-size 86 L lock computer, using 83 M main battery removing 113 memory adding 47 problem solving 176 removing expansion slot cover 50 memory module inserting 51 installation 48 removing 55 microphone 130 modem connecting to telephone line 124 determining COM port 123 resetting port to default settings 123 upgrading 123 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 179 mouse installing 70 serial 70 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 125 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 122 O opening the display panel 45 optical drive troubleshooting...
..., external 70 keyboard, full-size 86 L lock computer, using 83 M main battery removing 113 memory adding 47 problem solving 176 removing expansion slot cover 50 memory module inserting 51 installation 48 removing 55 microphone 130 modem connecting to telephone line 124 determining COM port 123 resetting port to default settings 123 upgrading 123 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 179 mouse installing 70 serial 70 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 125 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 122 O opening the display panel 45 optical drive troubleshooting...
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... Device Manager 175 disk drive is slow 181 display is blank 179 external display not working 180 external monitor 179 faulty memory 176 hardware conflict 174 high-pitched noise 184 Internet bookmarked site not found 173 Internet connection is slow 173 keyboard not responding 170 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 181 no sound 183 non-system disk or disk error 171 PC Card 184 checklist 184 error occurs 185 hot swapping fails 185 not recognized 185 slot...
... Device Manager 175 disk drive is slow 181 display is blank 179 external display not working 180 external monitor 179 faulty memory 176 hardware conflict 174 high-pitched noise 184 Internet bookmarked site not found 173 Internet connection is slow 173 keyboard not responding 170 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 181 no sound 183 non-system disk or disk error 171 PC Card 184 checklist 184 error occurs 185 hot swapping fails 185 not recognized 185 slot...
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... 119 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 189 external keyboard 178 keyboard 178 keypad overlay 178 optical drive 182 turning on the computer 46 turning on the power 46 U user password, disabling 146 user password, setting 145 using a file extension 93 V video projector adjusting display 69 W warranty limited warranty 36 Web 128 Web sites 196 Wi-Fi wireless networking 127 Windows problem solving 172 Windows Explorer 90 Windows Media Player 98 Windows Media Player icon 121 Windows operating system desktop 120 Windows Start menu 89 Windows...
... 119 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 189 external keyboard 178 keyboard 178 keypad overlay 178 optical drive 182 turning on the computer 46 turning on the power 46 U user password, disabling 146 user password, setting 145 using a file extension 93 V video projector adjusting display 69 W warranty limited warranty 36 Web 128 Web sites 196 Wi-Fi wireless networking 127 Windows problem solving 172 Windows Explorer 90 Windows Media Player 98 Windows Media Player icon 121 Windows operating system desktop 120 Windows Start menu 89 Windows...