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... software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is necessary. If trouble is resolved. Disconnection If you should ever decide to allow you disconnect the equipment until the problem is experienced with the best service it may not be necessary for any person to use a computer or other number for which charges...
... software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is necessary. If trouble is resolved. Disconnection If you should ever decide to allow you disconnect the equipment until the problem is experienced with the best service it may not be necessary for any person to use a computer or other number for which charges...
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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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... corner of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 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 Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the...
... corner of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 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 Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the...
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... 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. 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. 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...
... 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. 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. 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...
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... 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 , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. The options are: ❖ Recovery of your keyboard while powering on the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default...
... 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 , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. The options are: ❖ Recovery of your keyboard while powering on the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default...
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... Mode Pad (buttons 4, 5, and 6 in the Properties for your computer if you need a larger screen. You can also connect an external display device to an available video port, as follows: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port* *(Available on the bottom of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to the documentation for Synaptics LuxPad window) are connecting. Using external display devices...
... Mode Pad (buttons 4, 5, and 6 in the Properties for your computer if you need a larger screen. You can also connect an external display device to an available video port, as follows: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port* *(Available on the bottom of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to the documentation for Synaptics LuxPad window) are connecting. Using external display devices...
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... has a wired or wireless connection. Starting ConfigFree To start and set up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices: ❖ Wired and wireless network devices ❖ Access points The Connectivity Doctor displays the following information: ❖ Status of the PC Network Connections ❖ Status of the following steps: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then ConfigFree...
... has a wired or wireless connection. Starting ConfigFree To start and set up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices: ❖ Wired and wireless network devices ❖ Access points The Connectivity Doctor displays the following information: ❖ Status of the PC Network Connections ❖ Status of the following steps: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then ConfigFree...
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... about any network devices. ConfigFree profiles are useful for example, high or medium) ❖ Enable UAC (User Account Control) setting 172 Toshiba Utilities ConfigFree™ ❖ Status of Bluetooth® antennas ❖ TCP/IP settings-includes DHCP, IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server settings ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet connections ❖ Bluetooth® Security Level (for easily switching network settings and devices.You can switch network settings simply...
... about any network devices. ConfigFree profiles are useful for example, high or medium) ❖ Enable UAC (User Account Control) setting 172 Toshiba Utilities ConfigFree™ ❖ Status of Bluetooth® antennas ❖ TCP/IP settings-includes DHCP, IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server settings ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet connections ❖ Bluetooth® Security Level (for easily switching network settings and devices.You can switch network settings simply...
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... with Networking Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when 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 fix the problem. For example: ❖ The operating...
... with Networking Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when 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 fix the problem. For example: ❖ The operating...
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...the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. It is causing a problem. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. 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 "Installing a memory...
...the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. It is causing a problem. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. 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 "Installing a memory...
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... off the numlock light. The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to stay current on page 112). For more keyboard error messages. Have you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on page 105. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Charging batteries" on maintaining battery power, see your...
... off the numlock light. The keyboard you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to stay current on page 112). For more keyboard error messages. Have you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on page 105. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Charging batteries" on maintaining battery power, see your...
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...; Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the screen. The screen does not look right. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display settings to activate the screen. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 185 Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Press any key to...
...; Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the screen. The screen does not look right. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display settings to activate the screen. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 185 Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Press any key to...
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... file. Contact the software manufacturer for information on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will print. The modem is firmly connected to check this. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to change these settings. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for more information regarding your work exactly as it . If...
... file. Contact the software manufacturer for information on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will print. The modem is firmly connected to check this. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to change these settings. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for more information regarding your work exactly as it . If...
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... the change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. liquid crystal display (LCD) - load - A small image displayed on the screen that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. internal device - A group of computers or other 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 type of the display, creating light...
... the change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. liquid crystal display (LCD) - load - A small image displayed on the screen that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. internal device - A group of computers or other 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 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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... password, set up 147 T Taskbar 123 telephone line connecting to modem 125 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 205 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 102 Toshiba utilities 139 traveling tips 120 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 184 keyboard 184 keypad overlay 184 optical drive 189 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 149 user password, setting 148 using a file extension 94 V video projector adjusting display...
... password, set up 147 T Taskbar 123 telephone line connecting to modem 125 television adjusting display 71 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 205 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 102 Toshiba utilities 139 traveling tips 120 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 184 keyboard 184 keypad overlay 184 optical drive 189 turning on the computer 48 turning on the power 48 U user password, disabling 149 user password, setting 148 using a file extension 94 V video projector adjusting display...