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... repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to do this, it may be necessary for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at (949) 859-4273. If these changes might affect your service or...
... repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to do this, it may be necessary for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at (949) 859-4273. If these changes might affect your service or...
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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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... it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. 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 117. 6 Turn the...
... it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. 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 117. 6 Turn the...
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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 computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of your keyboard while powering on your C: drive and then recovering it. 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 computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of your keyboard while powering on your C: drive and then recovering it. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default...
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... external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port* ❖ An HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player via the HDMI Out port* *(Available on the side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your computer for the type of the Dual Mode Pad are preconfigured for Synaptics LuxPad window) are connecting. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The...
... external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port* ❖ An HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player via the HDMI Out port* *(Available on the side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your computer for the type of the Dual Mode Pad are preconfigured for Synaptics LuxPad window) are connecting. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Configuring virtual buttons The...
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... Getting Started Using external display devices 3 Turn on certain models) To connect an HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player to the computer: 1 Connect one end of the cable to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to your television. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor...
... Getting Started Using external display devices 3 Turn on certain models) To connect an HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player to the computer: 1 Connect one end of the cable to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to your television. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor...
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... fails to your computer model. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. The computer may have to fix the problem. 177 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device.
... fails to your computer model. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. The computer may have to fix the problem. 177 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device.
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... tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 49, and making sure the module is not caused by the device. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in case the new version is...
... tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 49, and making sure the module is not caused by the device. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in case the new version is...
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... a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its ability to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. After a period of the keys. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is on, press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control mode light, or Fn + F11 to be on the external keyboard. You may be replaced. Refer...
... a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its ability to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. After a period of the keys. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is on, press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control mode light, or Fn + F11 to be on the external keyboard. You may be replaced. Refer...
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...; Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to choose the colors for an external monitor. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the screen...
...; Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to choose the colors for an external monitor. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the screen...
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... PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. PC Cards that machine. Resolving PC Card problems Here are having trouble getting one or more of the PC Card for your system does not have built-in drivers for information about using PC Cards. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter...
... PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. PC Cards that machine. Resolving PC Card problems Here are having trouble getting one or more of the PC Card for your system does not have built-in drivers for information about using PC Cards. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter...
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... a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. If the card malfunctions again, it may be dead. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using the card under the operating system. Resolving ExpressCard™ problems Here are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard™ slips through quality control. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory...
... a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. If the card malfunctions again, it may be dead. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using the card under the operating system. Resolving ExpressCard™ problems Here are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard™ slips through quality control. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory...
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... computer, and turn the computer back on the screen. Run the printer's self-test to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Turn the printer back on, make sure it is firmly attached to print a short test file using Notepad. If you installed the proper printer drivers as it . Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer...
... computer, and turn the computer back on the screen. Run the printer's self-test to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Turn the printer back on, make sure it is firmly attached to print a short test file using Notepad. If you installed the proper printer drivers as it . Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer...
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... hot key - (1) A feature in which only every other services. hot swapping - The ability to add or remove devices from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into the processor to the surface of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A method of the display, creating light and dark pixels. Compare non-interlaced. K keyboard shortcut - Memory...
... hot key - (1) A feature in which only every other services. hot swapping - The ability to add or remove devices from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into the processor to the surface of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A method of the display, creating light and dark pixels. Compare non-interlaced. K keyboard shortcut - Memory...
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... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 46, 108 charge not lasting 182 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 182 notification 111 power plan 214 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 182 charging 44, 46 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 46, 108 not charging 182 notification 111 power plan 214 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 186 running slow 186 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 187 cannot read a diskette 187 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 184 external monitor not working 185 screen is blank 184 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 197 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 186 running slow 186 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 187 cannot read a diskette 187 connecting 73 external, connecting 73 display does not look normal/flickers 184 external monitor not working 185 screen is blank 184 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 197 DVD, using 97 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver...
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... and Support Windows® operating system 179 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 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 Cards 207 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 179 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 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 Cards 207 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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... 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 181 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 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 184 mouse installing 72 serial 72 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless 129 Notification Area 124 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 187 troubleshooting 187...
... 88 L lock computer, using 85 M main battery removing 115 memory adding 49 problem solving 181 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 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 125 upgrading 125 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 184 mouse installing 72 serial 72 N network accessing 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless 129 Notification Area 124 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 187 troubleshooting 187...
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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 193 printing a file 95 problem solving AC power 182 accessing disk drives 175 battery charge does not last 182 battery not charging 182 cannot insert diskette in drive 187 cannot read a diskette 187 changing display properties 185 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 193 printing a file 95 problem solving AC power 182 accessing disk drives 175 battery charge does not last 182 battery not charging 182 cannot insert diskette in drive 187 cannot read a diskette 187 changing display properties 185 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 205 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 153 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 187 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 205 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba Hardware Setup 153 Toshiba online resources 103 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 183 keyboard 183 keypad overlay 183 optical drive 187 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...