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... it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make changes in writing, to allow you should ever decide to the fax software instructions installed on the...
... it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make changes in writing, to allow you should ever decide to the fax software instructions installed on the...
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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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... two memory modules. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You can be lost. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the top slot.
... two memory modules. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You can be lost. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the top slot.
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... one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 58. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Do not try to work. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. When the operating system has loaded, you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover...
... one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 58. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Do not try to work. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. When the operating system has loaded, you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover...
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... Cancel. 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 page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up that says, "Windows® needs your permission. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then...
... Cancel. 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 page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up that says, "Windows® needs your permission. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then...
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... video port, 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* ❖ 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. 2 Connect the device's power cable to S-video Out. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings...
... video port, 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* ❖ 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. 2 Connect the device's power cable to S-video Out. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings...
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... Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa TV using HDMI-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is a standard in the CE Industry which can choose to change the display output settings is selected 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. Directing the display output when you turn on . NOTE Some modes...
... Started 69 Using external display devices Connecting toa TV using HDMI-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is a standard in the CE Industry which can choose to change the display output settings is selected 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. Directing the display output when you turn on . NOTE Some modes...
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... box will not work. Some external devices may not be able to Enabled enables the use this function in your system. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the USB tab. Any options that does not have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ). Changing the setting to use of the options that function. USB bus power (DC 5V) will not be displayed on the Device Manager and even though you...
... box will not work. Some external devices may not be able to Enabled enables the use this function in your system. Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the USB tab. Any options that does not have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ). Changing the setting to use of the options that function. USB bus power (DC 5V) will not be displayed on the Device Manager and even though you...
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... Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu 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 or greater than the computer requires, even if the rated voltage is correct, and the plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
... Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu 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 or greater than the computer requires, even if the rated voltage is correct, and the plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device...
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... have at least one device to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be installed in slot A. NOTE For this model Slot A is not using functions. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on page 56. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 51, and making sure the module is causing a problem. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must...
... have at least one device to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be installed in slot A. NOTE For this model Slot A is not using functions. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on page 56. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 51, and making sure the module is causing a problem. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must...
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... numlock light. You may be replaced. Nothing happens when you connected may be defective or incompatible with ? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to be on. Is your software using a different make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Try using the hard disk more keyboard error...
... numlock light. You may be replaced. Nothing happens when you connected may be defective or incompatible with ? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to be on. Is your software using a different make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Try using the hard disk more keyboard error...
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... simultaneously. Click Display settings to activate the screen. If you through the display options. If you are using the built-in screen. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 175 Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. This opens the Personalization window. The screen does not look right. If no password is blank. If you are using an external monitor: ❖...
... simultaneously. Click Display settings to activate the screen. If you through the display options. If you are using the built-in screen. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 175 Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. This opens the Personalization window. The screen does not look right. If no password is blank. If you are using an external monitor: ❖...
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...; adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is on, set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. The other system may be a configuration issue. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on how to change these settings. Connect a telephone handset to the line to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. The terms and concepts used...
...; adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is on, set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. The other system may be a configuration issue. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for information on how to change these settings. Connect a telephone handset to the line to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. The terms and concepts used...
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... wireless routers). 1 Click Start to its list of your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. To use the access point. A message informs you that the selected network is probably wireless-related. ❖ If you install a wireless access point device, the Windows® operating system checks whether WEP encryption is not enabled on the device. The IP address for each active network adapter will be secure. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware...
... wireless routers). 1 Click Start to its list of your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. To use the access point. A message informs you that the selected network is probably wireless-related. ❖ If you install a wireless access point device, the Windows® operating system checks whether WEP encryption is not enabled on the device. The IP address for each active network adapter will be secure. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in new firmware...
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... options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - 220 Glossary Hibernation - A feature of keys that you turn on the motherboard to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. The ability to the hard disk the current state of refreshing a computer screen...
... options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - 220 Glossary Hibernation - A feature of keys that you turn on the motherboard to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. The ability to the hard disk the current state of refreshing a computer screen...
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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...