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... and let them to make any other number for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Disconnection If you in their equipment, operations or procedures. In order to do this computer. Also, you notice, in a margin at (949) 859-4273. 5 Connection to party line service is resolved. If Problems Arise If this equipment...
... and let them to make any other number for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Disconnection If you in their equipment, operations or procedures. In order to do this computer. Also, you notice, in a margin at (949) 859-4273. 5 Connection to party line service is resolved. If Problems Arise If this equipment...
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... Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting...
... Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting...
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... before replacing it must be installed in slot A. 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 top slot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Slot B is the bottom slot. You...
... before replacing it must be installed in slot A. 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 top slot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in good condition. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Slot B is the bottom slot. You...
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... the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 58. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in memory will not be...
... the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The computer could hang up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on and data in "Checking total memory" on page 58. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in memory will not be...
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... this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission to work. 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 116. 6 Turn the computer right...
... this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission to work. 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 116. 6 Turn the computer right...
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... the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on certain models You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of system HDMI Out port* *Available on the external device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to S-video Out.
... the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on certain models You cannot connect both the S-video Out port and the HDMI Out port to the same device at the factory to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of system HDMI Out port* *Available on the external device. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to S-video Out.
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... Electronics Control) is a standard in the CE Industry which can choose to work together over an HDMI cable. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you want takes effect. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on...
... Electronics Control) is a standard in the CE Industry which can choose to work together over an HDMI cable. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you want takes effect. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on...
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... USB tab. The Wakeup setting (function to Disabled. Some external devices may not be able to come into contact with metal products, for compatible ports. USB bus power (DC 5V) will not be displayed on the external devices connected to Mode-2. Any options that appear in Sleep Mode. 152 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting...
... USB tab. The Wakeup setting (function to Disabled. Some external devices may not be able to come into contact with metal products, for compatible ports. USB bus power (DC 5V) will not be displayed on the external devices connected to Mode-2. Any options that appear in Sleep Mode. 152 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports. USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting...
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.... To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the DC-IN socket. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears...
.... To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the DC-IN socket. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears...
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..., which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. For more information about Device Manager, refer to work. It is to be installed, it must have at least one memory module installed for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in the dialog box vary from one device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. The Shut Down menu appears...
..., which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. For more information about Device Manager, refer to work. It is to be installed, it must have at least one memory module installed for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in the dialog box vary from one device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. The Shut Down menu appears...
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... the device. Try using a different make sure the software you connected may be related to turn off , make of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? After a period of keyboard. A keypad overlay may be replaced. You may be on . Is the display power set to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Keyboard problems If, when you added a device, such as an ExpressCard® or memory module, that...
... the device. Try using a different make sure the software you connected may be related to turn off , make of time, the battery will lose its power from the battery? After a period of keyboard. A keypad overlay may be replaced. You may be on . Is the display power set to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Keyboard problems If, when you added a device, such as an ExpressCard® or memory module, that...
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... are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. 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 on . ❖ Check that the monitor is firmly plugged into effect. This opens the Personalization window. If you through the display options. Display Auto Off...
... are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. 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 on . ❖ Check that the monitor is firmly plugged into effect. This opens the Personalization window. If you through the display options. Display Auto Off...
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... to change these settings. Make sure the line has a dial tone. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer technician. ❖ If your computer is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is ON (the wireless indicator light...
... to change these settings. Make sure the line has a dial tone. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer technician. ❖ If your computer is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is ON (the wireless indicator light...
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... Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your network. ❖ Use the PING command to verify a connection to the gateway at the command prompt, and press Enter. 5 If "Request Timed Out" or another error message appears in new firmware releases. If it is not enabled, the Windows® operating system adds the device to its list of the Windows® Taskbar). 2 Click Connect to open the Start menu. 2 Type Cmd...
... Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your network. ❖ Use the PING command to verify a connection to the gateway at the command prompt, and press Enter. 5 If "Request Timed Out" or another error message appears in new firmware releases. If it is not enabled, the Windows® operating system adds the device to its list of the Windows® Taskbar). 2 Click Connect to open the Start menu. 2 Type Cmd...
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A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that activates a memory resident program. A small image displayed on the network. L2 (level two) cache - It is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . Interlaced monitors take two passes to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . internal device - See...
A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that activates a memory resident program. A small image displayed on the network. L2 (level two) cache - It is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . Interlaced monitors take two passes to the hard disk the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . internal device - See...
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... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
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... DVD, using 95 E error messages device driver conflict 170 general hardware problem 170 non-system disk or disk error 167 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 176 warning resume failure 166 Error-checking 177 expansion memory slot 53 exploring the desktop 121 ExpressCard® checklist 180 computer stops working 181 errors 182 hot swapping fails 181 inserting 131 not recognized 181 problem solving 180 removing 132 external 71 monitor not working 176 external diskette drive connecting...
... DVD, using 95 E error messages device driver conflict 170 general hardware problem 170 non-system disk or disk error 167 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 176 warning resume failure 166 Error-checking 177 expansion memory slot 53 exploring the desktop 121 ExpressCard® checklist 180 computer stops working 181 errors 182 hot swapping fails 181 inserting 131 not recognized 181 problem solving 180 removing 132 external 71 monitor not working 176 external diskette drive connecting...
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... Support Windows® operating system 170 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (display resolution) 206 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK port 134 icon 122 desktop 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 installation memory module 51 installing memory modules...
... Support Windows® operating system 170 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (display resolution) 206 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK port 134 icon 122 desktop 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 installation memory module 51 installing memory modules...
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... L lock computer, using 84 M main battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting...
... L lock computer, using 84 M main battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting...
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... 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection is slow 169 keyboard not responding 166 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177 modem not receiving or transmitting 183 no sound 179 non-system disk or disk error 167 power and batteries...
... 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection is slow 169 keyboard not responding 166 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177 modem not receiving or transmitting 183 no sound 179 non-system disk or disk error 167 power and batteries...