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... its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any person to use a computer or other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently...
... its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any person to use a computer or other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently...
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...Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 67 Using Dual Mode 67 Using external display...
...Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using the Dual Mode Pad 67 Using Dual Mode 67 Using external display...
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... Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. The operating system turns off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock button in slot A. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 115. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot...
... Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. The operating system turns off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock button in slot A. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 115. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot...
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... battery. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. 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). The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn...
... battery. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. 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). The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn...
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... partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk The options are: ❖ Recovery of your C: drive and then recovering it. 60 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery...
... partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk The options are: ❖ Recovery of your C: drive and then recovering it. 60 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery...
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... by default. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to these buttons, you need a larger screen. The virtual buttons on page 68. 2 Select the virtual button you wish. You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the documentation for your computer for Synaptics LuxPad window) are connecting. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in the Properties for the type of the Dual Mode Pad...
... by default. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to these buttons, you need a larger screen. The virtual buttons on page 68. 2 Select the virtual button you wish. You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the documentation for your computer for Synaptics LuxPad window) are connecting. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in the Properties for the type of the Dual Mode Pad...
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... activate a screen with display options. Directing the display output when you turn on the side of your computer, and then connect the other external video device) simultaneously 70 Getting Started Using external display devices 3 Turn on . Refer to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you desire and click Apply. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order...
... activate a screen with display options. Directing the display output when you turn on the side of your computer, and then connect the other external video device) simultaneously 70 Getting Started Using external display devices 3 Turn on . Refer to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you desire and click Apply. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order...
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... familiar with Networking Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that required by the computer. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to your computer model. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. 178 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that...
... familiar with Networking Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that required by the computer. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to your computer model. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. 178 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that...
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... driver in slot A. If only one device to another. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be installed in case the new version is not caused by the device. This tab also provides options for the error again. It is not using functions. 182 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using...
... driver in slot A. If only one device to another. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be installed in case the new version is not caused by the device. This tab also provides options for the error again. It is not using functions. 182 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using...
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... connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power, see "Power Plans" on . For more keyboard error messages. The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on page 113). If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using...
... connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power, see "Power Plans" on . For more keyboard error messages. The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on page 113). If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using...
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If no password is blank. If you are using the built-in screen. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting. This opens the Personalization window. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the...
If no password is blank. If you are using the built-in screen. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting. This opens the Personalization window. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the built-in screen, make sure the...
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... with an operating system driver, it may be dead. PC Cards that machine. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Adjust the volume control. This is fed to work no longer work. It occurs in that used to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. If you are some common problems and their...
... with an operating system driver, it may be dead. PC Cards that machine. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Adjust the volume control. This is fed to work no longer work. It occurs in that used to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. If you are some common problems and their...
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... ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of these devices to work under the operating system. If the card malfunctions again, it may not work together, several sections in that used to be defective. Check the ExpressCard status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click the appropriate ExpressCard. If another computer with an operating system driver, it...
... ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of these devices to work under the operating system. If the card malfunctions again, it may not work together, several sections in that used to be defective. Check the ExpressCard status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click the appropriate ExpressCard. If another computer with an operating system driver, it...
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... main memory. 233 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature in which only every other services. A small image displayed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. internal device - Internet - It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See device. Memory cache built into memory for processing. A type of display 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...
... main memory. 233 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature in which only every other services. A small image displayed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. internal device - Internet - It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See device. Memory cache built into memory for processing. A type of display 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...
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... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 183 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 183 notification 111 power plan 215 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 button power 48, 58 start 124 C CD creating 102 playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 46 checking device...
... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 183 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 183 notification 111 power plan 215 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 button power 48, 58 start 124 C CD creating 102 playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 46 checking device...
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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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... and Support Windows® operating system 180 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 219 display modes 218 Hibernation mode 217 keyboard overlays 223 password security 214 power plan 215 Sleep mode 216 volume mute 213 zooming 223 Hot Key Cards 208 hot key power plan 114 http 130 I i.LINK port 139 icon 123 desktop 123 Internet Explorer® 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 37 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules 49 mouse...
... and Support Windows® operating system 180 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 219 display modes 218 Hibernation mode 217 keyboard overlays 223 password security 214 power plan 215 Sleep mode 216 volume mute 213 zooming 223 Hot Key Cards 208 hot key power plan 114 http 130 I i.LINK port 139 icon 123 desktop 123 Internet Explorer® 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 37 installation memory module 49 installing memory modules 49 mouse...
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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...
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... password, set up 148 T Taskbar 124 telephone line connecting to modem 126 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 external keyboard 184 keyboard 184 keypad overlay 184 optical drive 188 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 95 V video projector adjusting display...
... password, set up 148 T Taskbar 124 telephone line connecting to modem 126 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 external keyboard 184 keyboard 184 keypad overlay 184 optical drive 188 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 95 V video projector adjusting display...