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... or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 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 page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. Memory slots Front of the slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
... or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 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 page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. Memory slots Front of the slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
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... (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons at the top of the Dual Mode Pad are unassigned by default. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with a built-in the Properties for Synaptics LuxPad window) are...
... (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The virtual buttons at the top of the Dual Mode Pad are unassigned by default. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with a built-in the Properties for Synaptics LuxPad window) are...
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... correct unit for each device. 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. 178 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently...
... correct unit for each device. 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. 178 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently...
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... device to the Lock button in case the new version is worthwhile checking for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one memory module installed for the error again. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules...
... device to the Lock button in case the new version is worthwhile checking for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one memory module installed for the error again. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules...
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.... Click Display settings to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the built-in screen. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. To do this does not correct the problem, press...
.... Click Display settings to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the built-in screen. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. To do this does not correct the problem, press...
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... devices dispersed over the electrodes permits only non-polarized light to pass to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A filter over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any other on the network. L2 (level two) cache - When an electric current passes through it. interlaced - Internet - A type of the display, creating light...
... devices dispersed over the electrodes permits only non-polarized light to pass to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A filter over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any other on the network. L2 (level two) cache - When an electric current passes through it. interlaced - Internet - A type of the display, creating light...
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... conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 109 monitoring power 46, 107 not charging 183 notification 110 238 power plan 214 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 104 removing 114 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 137 button power 48, 58 start 123 C CD creating 101 playing an audio 99 CD, using 96 character keys 87 charging the battery 46 checking device properties 181 click 66 communications network connection 126 set up...
... conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 109 monitoring power 46, 107 not charging 183 notification 110 238 power plan 214 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 104 removing 114 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 137 button power 48, 58 start 123 C CD creating 101 playing an audio 99 CD, using 96 character keys 87 charging the battery 46 checking device properties 181 click 66 communications network connection 126 set up...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 187 running slow 188 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 188 cannot read a diskette 188 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 185 external monitor not working 186 screen is blank 185 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 119 double-click 66 DVD creating 101 DVD player general problems 197 DVD, using 96 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 187 running slow 188 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 188 cannot read a diskette 188 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 185 external monitor not working 186 screen is blank 185 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 119 double-click 66 DVD creating 101 DVD player general problems 197 DVD, using 96 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
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... Support Windows® operating system 180 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key display brightness 218 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 keyboard overlays 222 password security 213 power plan 214 Sleep mode 215 volume mute 212 zooming 222 hot key power plan 113 http 129 I i.LINK port 138 icon 122 desktop 122 Internet Explorer® 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 Windows Media® Player 122 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules...
... Support Windows® operating system 180 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key display brightness 218 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 keyboard overlays 222 password security 213 power plan 214 Sleep mode 215 volume mute 212 zooming 222 hot key power plan 113 http 129 I i.LINK port 138 icon 122 desktop 122 Internet Explorer® 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 Windows Media® Player 122 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules...
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... L lock computer, using 83 M main battery removing 114 memory adding 49 problem solving 182 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 131 modem connecting to telephone line 125 determining COM port 124 problem solving 193 resetting port to default settings 124 upgrading 124 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 185 mouse installing 71 serial 71 mouse utility 153 N network accessing 126 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 126 networking wireless 128 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 189 troubleshooting 189...
... L lock computer, using 83 M main battery removing 114 memory adding 49 problem solving 182 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 131 modem connecting to telephone line 125 determining COM port 124 problem solving 193 resetting port to default settings 124 upgrading 124 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 185 mouse installing 71 serial 71 mouse utility 153 N network accessing 126 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 126 networking wireless 128 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 189 troubleshooting 189...
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... Device Manager 181 disk drive is slow 188 display is blank 185 external display not working 186 external monitor 185 faulty memory 182 hardware conflict 180 high-pitched noise 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 179 Internet connection is slow 179 keyboard not responding 176 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 187 modem not receiving or transmitting 193 no sound 190 non-system disk or disk error 177 PC Card 190 checklist 191 error occurs 192 hot...
... Device Manager 181 disk drive is slow 188 display is blank 185 external display not working 186 external monitor 185 faulty memory 182 hardware conflict 180 high-pitched noise 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 179 Internet connection is slow 179 keyboard not responding 176 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 187 modem not receiving or transmitting 193 no sound 190 non-system disk or disk error 177 PC Card 190 checklist 191 error occurs 192 hot...
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... memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Slot A Slot B Front of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed...
... memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Slot A Slot B Front of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed...
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... these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. The voltage level must be able to fix the problem. 178 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system...
... these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. The voltage level must be able to fix the problem. 178 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system...
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... must be hardware or even software related. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be installed, it must have at least one device to another. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. This tab also provides options for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in...
... must be hardware or even software related. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be installed, it must have at least one device to another. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. This tab also provides options for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in...
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... a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Adjust the volume control. PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is too loud. PC Cards that machine. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of these devices to be defective. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of the PC Card for your system does not have built-in drivers for information about using PC Cards...
... a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Adjust the volume control. PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is too loud. PC Cards that machine. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of these devices to be defective. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of the PC Card for your system does not have built-in drivers for information about using PC Cards...
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... models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of these devices to work together, several sections in drivers for information about your ExpressCard configuration and status. The operating system displays your ExpressCard and the card did not come with an ExpressCards slot is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are having trouble getting one or more of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory...
... models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of these devices to work together, several sections in drivers for information about your ExpressCard configuration and status. The operating system displays your ExpressCard and the card did not come with an ExpressCards slot is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are having trouble getting one or more of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory...
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... memory. LAN (local area network) - A group of display that polarizes the light passing through it. liquid crystal display (LCD) - A filter over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as a hard disk...
... memory. LAN (local area network) - A group of display that polarizes the light passing through it. liquid crystal display (LCD) - A filter over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as a hard disk...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 187 running slow 187 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 188 cannot read a diskette 188 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 185 external monitor not working 186 screen is blank 185 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 120 double-click 66 DVD creating 102 DVD player general problems 198 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 187 running slow 187 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 188 cannot read a diskette 188 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 185 external monitor not working 186 screen is blank 185 display device external 69 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 120 double-click 66 DVD creating 102 DVD player general problems 198 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
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... L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 182 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 132 modem connecting to telephone line 126 determining COM port 125 problem solving 194, 195 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 185 mouse installing 72 serial 72 mouse utility 153 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless 129 Notification Area 124 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 188 troubleshooting...
... L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 182 removing expansion slot cover 51 memory module inserting 52 installation 49 removing 56 microphone 132 modem connecting to telephone line 126 determining COM port 125 problem solving 194, 195 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 185 mouse installing 72 serial 72 mouse utility 153 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless 129 Notification Area 124 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 188 troubleshooting...
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... 48 power button 48, 58 power plan hot key 114 power plans 112 power source 44 connecting 45 powering down using Hibernation 79 using Shut Down 77 using Sleep 81 precautions 40 primary button 66 printer connecting 72 problem solving 194 printing a file 95 problem solving AC power 183 accessing disk drives 176 battery charge does not last 183 battery not charging 183 cannot insert diskette in drive 188 cannot read a diskette 188 changing display properties 186 checking device...
... 48 power button 48, 58 power plan hot key 114 power plans 112 power source 44 connecting 45 powering down using Hibernation 79 using Shut Down 77 using Sleep 81 precautions 40 primary button 66 printer connecting 72 problem solving 194 printing a file 95 problem solving AC power 183 accessing disk drives 176 battery charge does not last 183 battery not charging 183 cannot insert diskette in drive 188 cannot read a diskette 188 changing display properties 186 checking device...