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... network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of 1991 makes it is experienced with this change. 5 Connection to party line service is resolved. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba...
... network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of 1991 makes it is experienced with this change. 5 Connection to party line service is resolved. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba...
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...53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 67 Installing drivers and applications 68 Using the TouchPad 68 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 69 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting a printer 73 Setting up...
...53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 67 Installing drivers and applications 68 Using the TouchPad 68 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 69 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting a printer 73 Setting up...
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Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in minor bodily injury. You will be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in the memory module slots on may also be installed, it . If only one or two memory modules. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Allow the module to...
Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in minor bodily injury. You will be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in the memory module slots on may also be installed, it . If only one or two memory modules. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Allow the module to...
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... Sleep or Hibernation mode. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on page 53 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module If you can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery...
... Sleep or Hibernation mode. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on page 53 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Removing a memory module If you can damage the computer and the memory module. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery...
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... module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to prevent programs or people from doing things on page 53), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery...
... module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to prevent programs or people from doing things on page 53), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery...
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... hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery...
... hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery...
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... enabled by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect an external display device to scroll as follows: ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or VCR/DVD player via the HDMI Out port* ❖ A standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player via the S-video Out port* The function of the TouchPad. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices...
... enabled by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect an external display device to scroll as follows: ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or VCR/DVD player via the HDMI Out port* ❖ A standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player via the S-video Out port* The function of the TouchPad. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices...
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... Started Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) Out port S-video Out port* RGB (Monitor Out) port (Sample Illustration) Back of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 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 S-video Out. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with display options. 5 Select the settings...
... Started Using external display devices ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) Out port S-video Out port* RGB (Monitor Out) port (Sample Illustration) Back of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 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 S-video Out. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with display options. 5 Select the settings...
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... selected using HDMI™-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI™-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is to work together over an HDMI cable. Toshiba computers with the appropriate device attached and turned on. Getting Started 71 Using external display devices Connecting to a 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 the computer. The quickest way to change the display output settings...
... selected using HDMI™-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI™-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is to work together over an HDMI cable. Toshiba computers with the appropriate device attached and turned on. Getting Started 71 Using external display devices Connecting to a 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 the computer. The quickest way to change the display output settings...
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... the setting to Enabled enables the use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that appear in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work with Mode-1 setting, change will generate heat if they come into contact with metal products, for compatible ports. When this function. change the setting to Disabled. Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- The Wakeup setting (function to allow USB ports to Mode-2. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work . USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Enabled in...
... the setting to Enabled enables the use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that appear in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work with Mode-1 setting, change will generate heat if they come into contact with metal products, for compatible ports. When this function. change the setting to Disabled. Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- The Wakeup setting (function to allow USB ports to Mode-2. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work . USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Enabled in...
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Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer may...
Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer may...
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... to work. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the device. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources...
... to work. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in the lower-right part of the Start menu. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the device. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources...
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... key, type the password and press Enter. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). You may have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of the Start menu. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. The screen reactivates and allows you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external keyboard. Display problems Here are using...
... key, type the password and press Enter. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). You may have plugged the external keyboard in the lower-right part of the Start menu. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. The screen reactivates and allows you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on the external keyboard. Display problems Here are using...
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... change these settings. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 185 You may have connected the printer while the computer is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may be busy or off the printer. Contact the software manufacturer for information on certain models) This section lists common modem problems...
... change these settings. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 185 You may have connected the printer while the computer is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may be busy or off the printer. Contact the software manufacturer for information on certain models) This section lists common modem problems...
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... work . ❖ When the "USB Sleep and Charge function" is turned on certain models) ❖ The setting of the following methods. ❖ Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected to use a USB port that support the "USB Sleep and Charge function." 194 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5 Use the new hardware or software for ports that does not have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available or disable the "USB Sleep and Charge function" in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup. If this function...
... work . ❖ When the "USB Sleep and Charge function" is turned on certain models) ❖ The setting of the following methods. ❖ Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected to use a USB port that support the "USB Sleep and Charge function." 194 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5 Use the new hardware or software for ports that does not have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available or disable the "USB Sleep and Charge function" in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup. If this function...
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... your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the network. See device. When you use to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. high-density diskette - interlaced - internal device - A 3.5-inch diskette that activates a memory resident program. I icon - A small image displayed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image...
... your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the network. See device. When you use to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. high-density diskette - interlaced - internal device - A 3.5-inch diskette that activates a memory resident program. I icon - A small image displayed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image...
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... charge indicator light 49, 109 charge not lasting 176 charging 47, 49 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 111 monitoring power 49, 109 not charging 175 228 notifications 111 power plan 204 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 106 removing 115 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 52, 62 start 124 C CD, using 97 character keys 89 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 173 click 69 communications network connection...
... charge indicator light 49, 109 charge not lasting 176 charging 47, 49 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 111 monitoring power 49, 109 not charging 175 228 notifications 111 power plan 204 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 106 removing 115 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 52, 62 start 124 C CD, using 97 character keys 89 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 173 click 69 communications network connection...
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... DVD, using 97 E error messages device driver conflict 172 general hardware problem 172 non-system disk or disk error 169 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 178 warning resume failure 168 Error-checking 179 exploring the desktop 122 ExpressCard® checklist 182 computer stops working 183 errors 184 hot swapping fails 183 inserting 133 not recognized 184 problem solving 182, 183 removing 133 external monitor not working 178 mouse 73 external diskette drive connecting 74 external display, adjusting...
... DVD, using 97 E error messages device driver conflict 172 general hardware problem 172 non-system disk or disk error 169 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 178 warning resume failure 168 Error-checking 179 exploring the desktop 122 ExpressCard® checklist 182 computer stops working 183 errors 184 hot swapping fails 183 inserting 133 not recognized 184 problem solving 182, 183 removing 133 external monitor not working 178 mouse 73 external diskette drive connecting 74 external display, adjusting...
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... memory module slot 55 microphone 130 modem connecting to telephone line 126 problem solving 185 monitor 69 connecting 70 not working 177 mouse installing 73 mouse utility 150 N network accessing 126 Connect to the Internet 126 networking wireless 125 Notification Area 124 O Opening the display panel 50 optical disc positioning 100 optical discs handling 100 inserting 99 removing 102 optical drive problems 180 troubleshooting 180 using 97 optical media recording 101 other documentation 40 overlay keys 91 P password deleting a supervisor 146 disabling a user 147 setting a user...
... memory module slot 55 microphone 130 modem connecting to telephone line 126 problem solving 185 monitor 69 connecting 70 not working 177 mouse installing 73 mouse utility 150 N network accessing 126 Connect to the Internet 126 networking wireless 125 Notification Area 124 O Opening the display panel 50 optical disc positioning 100 optical discs handling 100 inserting 99 removing 102 optical drive problems 180 troubleshooting 180 using 97 optical media recording 101 other documentation 40 overlay keys 91 P password deleting a supervisor 146 disabling a user 147 setting a user...
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... 182 error occurs 184 hot swapping fails 183 not recognized 184 slot appears dead 183 external display not working 178 external monitor 177 faulty memory 174 hardware conflict 172 high-pitched noise 182 Internet bookmarked site not found 171 Internet connection is slow 171 keyboard not responding 168 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 179 modem not receiving or transmitting 185 no sound 182 non-system disk or disk error 169 power and batteries...
... 182 error occurs 184 hot swapping fails 183 not recognized 184 slot appears dead 183 external display not working 178 external monitor 177 faulty memory 174 hardware conflict 172 high-pitched noise 182 Internet bookmarked site not found 171 Internet connection is slow 171 keyboard not responding 168 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 179 modem not receiving or transmitting 185 no sound 182 non-system disk or disk error 169 power and batteries...