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... you to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in advance that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. In order to...
... you to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in advance that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. In order to...
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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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... the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 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). To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
... the cables. 8 Restart the computer. 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). To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery...
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... 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 C: drive and then recovering it. The options are: ❖ Recovery of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive...
... 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 C: drive and then recovering it. The options are: ❖ Recovery of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive...
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In order to use one of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the RGB (monitor) port on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the same device at the top of the Dual Mode Pad (buttons 4, 5, and 6 in the Properties for the Email...
In order to use one of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the RGB (monitor) port on certain models) Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the same device at the top of the Dual Mode Pad (buttons 4, 5, and 6 in the Properties for the Email...
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... settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display and TV (or other end of the cable to the manual that came with display options. Then click OK. Directing the display output when you turn on . Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with your computer) to use the display hot key...
... settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display and TV (or other end of the cable to the manual that came with display options. Then click OK. Directing the display output when you turn on . Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with your computer) to use the display hot key...
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... Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you can easily detect if the operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. 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. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking...
... Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you can easily detect if the operating system is not working 5 Verify that required by the computer. 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. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking...
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... device. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is seated properly. 5 Check for the error again. 6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for the computer to be faulty. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists...
... device. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is seated properly. 5 Check for the error again. 6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for the computer to be faulty. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists...
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... Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control mode light, or Fn + F11 to turn off , make sure the software you press the keys on the most recent software and hardware options for all batteries. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Refer to the software documentation and check that shipped with your Power Plans (see "Charging batteries" on page 113...
... Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control mode light, or Fn + F11 to turn off , make sure the software you press the keys on the most recent software and hardware options for all batteries. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Refer to the software documentation and check that shipped with your Power Plans (see "Charging batteries" on page 113...
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... previous setting. The screen reactivates and allows you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). This opens the Personalization window. 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...
... previous setting. The screen reactivates and allows you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). This opens the Personalization window. 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...
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... in drivers for information about using PC Cards. If you are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to work under the operating system. 189 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware...
... in drivers for information about using PC Cards. If you are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to work under the operating system. 189 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware...
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... computer with an operating system driver, it may not work together, several sections in that used to be defective. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. If the card malfunctions again, it may be dead. 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...
... computer with an operating system driver, it may not work together, several sections in that used to be defective. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on certain models) ExpressCards™ (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of new cards. If the card malfunctions again, it may be dead. 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...
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... the printer is firmly connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on page 73 or in the tray. This mode lets you installed the proper printer drivers as it . Make sure the printer cable is on the screen. 193 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of paper. Some printers will not start printing when there...
... the printer is firmly connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on page 73 or in the tray. This mode lets you installed the proper printer drivers as it . Make sure the printer cable is on the screen. 193 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of paper. Some printers will not start printing when there...
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... or remove devices from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into the processor to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with any device to help improve processing speed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
... or remove devices from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into the processor to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with any device to help improve processing speed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
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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...