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... fax software instructions installed on this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it may be a 900 number or any other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any person to the telephone network...
... fax software instructions installed on this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it may be a 900 number or any other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any person to the telephone network...
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...Opening the display panel 48 Your computer's features and specifications ....49 Turning on the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 66 Using Dual Mode 66 Using the TouchPad 69 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 70 Using external display...
...Opening the display panel 48 Your computer's features and specifications ....49 Turning on the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 66 Using Dual Mode 66 Using the TouchPad 69 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 70 Using external display...
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... result in the memory module slots on may be hot. Slot B is the top slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must...
... result in the memory module slots on may be hot. Slot B is the top slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must...
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... computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that secure(s) the memory module slot cover. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw(s) that 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 computer.
... computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw(s) and the cover in a safe place so that secure(s) the memory module slot cover. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw(s) that 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 computer.
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... Sleep or Hibernation mode. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screw(s). 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up the computer. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on page 119. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables...
... Sleep or Hibernation mode. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screw(s). 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up the computer. You can damage the computer and the memory module. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it on page 119. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables...
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... battery. Checking total memory When you add 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 119. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. The System window appears. 2 The total memory...
... battery. Checking total memory When you add 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 119. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. The System window appears. 2 The total memory...
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... 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 your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen Getting Started 61 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery options The following are the available hard disk drive recovery options: ❖ Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition ❖ Recovering the original factory...
... 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 your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen Getting Started 61 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery options The following are the available hard disk drive recovery options: ❖ Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition ❖ Recovering the original factory...
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... the external device. For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on the side of device you desire and click Apply. 5 Click OK. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by default. To change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to...
... the external device. For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on the side of device you desire and click Apply. 5 Click OK. 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is enabled by default. To change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to...
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... an HDMI cable (not included with display options. Then click OK. Refer to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. NOTE Some modes are available if an external monitor is to the manual that came with the appropriate device attached and turned on. This hot key cycles through the settings in display and TV (or other end of the cable to change the display output settings is connected): ❖...
... an HDMI cable (not included with display options. Then click OK. Refer to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. NOTE Some modes are available if an external monitor is to the manual that came with the appropriate device attached and turned on. This hot key cycles through the settings in display and TV (or other end of the cable to change the display output settings is connected): ❖...
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... your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer. The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices: ❖ Wired and wireless network devices ❖ Access points The Connectivity Doctor displays the following steps: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon in the Notification Area. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if...
... your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer. The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices: ❖ Wired and wireless network devices ❖ Access points The Connectivity Doctor displays the following steps: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon in the Notification Area. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if...
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..., subnet mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server settings ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet connections ❖ Bluetooth® Security Level (for example, high or medium) ❖ Enable UAC (User Account Control) setting The following settings can set the power status of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up profiles to the network. Similarly, users who access networks in the office and at home can switch network settings simply by selecting...
..., subnet mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server settings ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet connections ❖ Bluetooth® Security Level (for example, high or medium) ❖ Enable UAC (User Account Control) setting The following settings can set the power status of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up profiles to the network. Similarly, users who access networks in the office and at home can switch network settings simply by selecting...
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... installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. If you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you change your work routine, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. Unless a hardware device...
... installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. If you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you change your work routine, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. Unless a hardware device...
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... have at least one device to the Lock button in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The tabs that seem to work. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in case the new version is not caused by the device. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. It is seated properly...
... have at least one device to the Lock button in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The tabs that seem to work. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in case the new version is not caused by the device. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. It is seated properly...
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... 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 the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on. Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to make sure the display priority is not set for...
... 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 the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on. Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to make sure the display priority is not set for...
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... at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Connect a telephone handset to the line to someone else. It should be set up to change these settings. Try making a test transmission to check this. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Make sure the line has a dial tone. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you see Windows® Help and Support or...
... at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Connect a telephone handset to the line to someone else. It should be set up to change these settings. Try making a test transmission to check this. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Make sure the line has a dial tone. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you see Windows® Help and Support or...
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... to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers...
... to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers...
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... battery changing 117 charge indicator light 47, 110 charge not lasting 181 charging 45, 47 conserving power 114 disposal 122 low charge 112 monitoring power 47, 110 not charging 180 232 notifications 113 power plan 208 power plan hot key 116 real-time clock (RTC) 107 removing 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 136 removing memory media 137 button power 50, 60 start 126 C CD playing an audio 102 CD, using 98 character keys 90 charging the battery 47 checking device...
... battery changing 117 charge indicator light 47, 110 charge not lasting 181 charging 45, 47 conserving power 114 disposal 122 low charge 112 monitoring power 47, 110 not charging 180 232 notifications 113 power plan 208 power plan hot key 116 real-time clock (RTC) 107 removing 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 136 removing memory media 137 button power 50, 60 start 126 C CD playing an audio 102 CD, using 98 character keys 90 charging the battery 47 checking device...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 184 running slow 185 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 185 cannot read a diskette 185 connecting 74 external, connecting 74 display does not look normal/flickers 183 external monitor not working 183 screen is blank 182 display device external 70 display output settings 71 display, external adjusting 72 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 122 double-click 69 Dual Mode Pad using 66 DVD player general problems 193 DVD, using 98 E error messages device driver conflict 177 general hardware problem...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 184 running slow 185 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 185 cannot read a diskette 185 connecting 74 external, connecting 74 display does not look normal/flickers 183 external monitor not working 183 screen is blank 182 display device external 70 display output settings 71 display, external adjusting 72 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 122 double-click 69 Dual Mode Pad using 66 DVD player general problems 193 DVD, using 98 E error messages device driver conflict 177 general hardware problem...
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... using 133 Help and Support Windows® operating system 177 Hibernation mode 76 configuring 80 starting again from 82 hot key display brightness 212 Hibernation mode 210 keyboard overlays 216 Lock (Instant security) 207 Output (Display switch) 211 power plan 208 Sleep mode 209 volume mute 206 zooming 216 Hot Key Cards 202 Hot key functions 206 hot key power plan 116 http 130 I i.LINK port 137 icon 125 desktop 125 moving to desktop 125 recycle bin 125 safety 37 installation memory module...
... using 133 Help and Support Windows® operating system 177 Hibernation mode 76 configuring 80 starting again from 82 hot key display brightness 212 Hibernation mode 210 keyboard overlays 216 Lock (Instant security) 207 Output (Display switch) 211 power plan 208 Sleep mode 209 volume mute 206 zooming 216 Hot Key Cards 202 Hot key functions 206 hot key power plan 116 http 130 I i.LINK port 137 icon 125 desktop 125 moving to desktop 125 recycle bin 125 safety 37 installation memory module...
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... monitor 70 connecting 70 not working 182 mouse installing 72 N network accessing 128 Connect to the Internet Wizard 128 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 126 O Opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 101 optical discs handling 102 inserting 101 removing 104, 105 optical drive problems 186 troubleshooting 186 using 98 optical media recording 104 other documentation 38 overlay keys 92 P password deleting a supervisor 147 disabling a user 148 setting a user 147 supervisor set up 146 types 145 passwords instant, using 145 setting 145 port...
... monitor 70 connecting 70 not working 182 mouse installing 72 N network accessing 128 Connect to the Internet Wizard 128 networking wireless 127 Notification Area 126 O Opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 101 optical discs handling 102 inserting 101 removing 104, 105 optical drive problems 186 troubleshooting 186 using 98 optical media recording 104 other documentation 38 overlay keys 92 P password deleting a supervisor 147 disabling a user 148 setting a user 147 supervisor set up 146 types 145 passwords instant, using 145 setting 145 port...