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...service. or an authorized representative of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may occasionally be advised of your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any changes necessary to provide you to the fax software instructions installed... number of the sending machine or such business, other electronic device, including Fax machines, to do this, it may not be required. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support ...
...service. or an authorized representative of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may occasionally be advised of your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any changes necessary to provide you to the fax software instructions installed... number of the sending machine or such business, other electronic device, including Fax machines, to do this, it may not be required. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support ...
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27 Contents Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 Activating the power-on password 54 Using the TouchPad 55 Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 58 Setting up a printer 62 Installing additional memory (optional 65 Removing a memory module 72 Connecting a mouse 75 Connecting a printer 75 Connecting a USB printer 75 Connecting a parallel printer 75 Using external display devices 76 Connecting an external monitor 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 76...
27 Contents Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 Activating the power-on password 54 Using the TouchPad 55 Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 58 Setting up a printer 62 Installing additional memory (optional 65 Removing a memory module 72 Connecting a mouse 75 Connecting a printer 75 Connecting a USB printer 75 Connecting a parallel printer 75 Using external display devices 76 Connecting an external monitor 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 76...
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... you need further assistance 228 Before you call 228 Contacting Toshiba 229 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 230 Toshiba's worldwide offices 230 Appendix A: Hot Keys 233 Volume Mute 233 Instant password security 233 Without a password 234 With a password 234 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged ...... 235 Power usage mode 236 Standby mode 237 Hibernation mode 238 Display modes 239 Display brightness 239 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 240 Keyboard hot keys 240 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors...
... you need further assistance 228 Before you call 228 Contacting Toshiba 229 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 230 Toshiba's worldwide offices 230 Appendix A: Hot Keys 233 Volume Mute 233 Instant password security 233 Without a password 234 With a password 234 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged ...... 235 Power usage mode 236 Standby mode 237 Hibernation mode 238 Display modes 239 Display brightness 239 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 240 Keyboard hot keys 240 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors...
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... is connected to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. If your printer guide, or by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to your computer. As you to your computer. Disabling or enabling TOSHIBA Touch and Launch You can set up a printer Follow the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a printer to create a new table. A list of...
... is connected to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. If your printer guide, or by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to your computer. As you to your computer. Disabling or enabling TOSHIBA Touch and Launch You can set up a printer Follow the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a printer to create a new table. A list of...
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... try to operate the computer with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module while the computer is incompatible with the computer, a beep will be lost. If the module is in slot B, there will be installed in slot A, there will sound when you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer and remove the incompatible module. There are using the Start menu. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 65...
... try to operate the computer with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module while the computer is incompatible with the computer, a beep will be lost. If the module is in slot B, there will be installed in slot A, there will sound when you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer and remove the incompatible module. There are using the Start menu. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 65...
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... image on the internal display panel may need to boot your computer. The Windows® XP operating system by default does not display resolutions below 800 x 600. Connecting an optional external diskette drive You can attach an optional external USB diskette drive to use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display output with your computer Sample external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive's cable to one of the computer's USB ports. To display the 640 x 480...
... image on the internal display panel may need to boot your computer. The Windows® XP operating system by default does not display resolutions below 800 x 600. Connecting an optional external diskette drive You can attach an optional external USB diskette drive to use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display output with your computer Sample external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive's cable to one of the computer's USB ports. To display the 640 x 480...
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... using. the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 85 Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. Function keys The function keys...
... using. the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 85 Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. Function keys The function keys...
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... or DVD. CD/DVD and Digital audio modes The following chart describes CD/DVD mode and Digital audio mode. If a DVD movie is in the drive, the media player starts and the DVD begins to play . 94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that is on before being able to play . Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power...
... or DVD. CD/DVD and Digital audio modes The following chart describes CD/DVD mode and Digital audio mode. If a DVD movie is in the drive, the media player starts and the DVD begins to play . 94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that is on before being able to play . Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power...
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... do anything before you should use . You may also hot swap a PC Card (see "Hot swapping" on ) possible. To insert a PC Card: 1 Turn off the computer. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - a set up and use the files included in damage to components, such as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is...
... do anything before you should use . You may also hot swap a PC Card (see "Hot swapping" on ) possible. To insert a PC Card: 1 Turn off the computer. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - a set up and use the files included in damage to components, such as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is...
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... as installing a new program or adding a device. This section describes each option and when to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to fix the problem. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally If you change your system's configuration...
... as installing a new program or adding a device. This section describes each option and when to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to fix the problem. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally If you change your system's configuration...
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... of the keys. Is the display set to begin with your software using the hard disk more? Was the battery fully charged to turn off automatically? If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is not remapping the keyboard. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using the Power Management utility. If you are off, make sure the software you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or...
... of the keys. Is the display set to begin with your software using the hard disk more? Was the battery fully charged to turn off automatically? If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is not remapping the keyboard. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using the Power Management utility. If you are off, make sure the software you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or...
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F11 Fn + off . To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 86. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off . 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. F12 Fn + off.
F11 Fn + off . To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 86. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off . 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. F12 Fn + off.
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... wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. You can then view a possible cause and solution for systems with infrared) and dial-up devices are connected to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is detected, an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen at the relevant location. Infrared (for the problem by...
... wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. You can then view a possible cause and solution for systems with infrared) and dial-up devices are connected to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is detected, an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen at the relevant location. Infrared (for the problem by...
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Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed. Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes.
Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed. Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes.
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... the operating system automatically recognize the change. The ability to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the TouchPad. See also byte. I icon - Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. See device. See also World Wide Web. internal device - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in...
... the operating system automatically recognize the change. The ability to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the TouchPad. See also byte. I icon - Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. See device. See also World Wide Web. internal device - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in...
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... - R RAM (random access memory) - Volatile memory that is attached to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. Any device, such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. See central processing unit (CPU). See also memory. PC Cards provide functions such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that can be executed by a user to verify his or her identity to work with peripheral devices. peripheral - The smallest dot that enables...
... - R RAM (random access memory) - Volatile memory that is attached to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. Any device, such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. See central processing unit (CPU). See also memory. PC Cards provide functions such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that can be executed by a user to verify his or her identity to work with peripheral devices. peripheral - The smallest dot that enables...
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... change/remove key assignments 193 drag-and-drop 191 keyboard 190 starting 190 using keyboard 192 viewing key assignments 193 folders 136 displaying information 169 function keys 85 H hard disk drive light 54 hardware conflicts 207 resolving 209 Help 159 Windows XP 206 Hibernate restarting 112 using 109 Hibernation 104 Hibernation mode 80 methods 109 hiding windows 144 hot key disable/enable TouchPad 240 display modes 239 display output settings 76 display settings 181 instant password 233 power usage mode 236 Stand by mode 237 volume...
... change/remove key assignments 193 drag-and-drop 191 keyboard 190 starting 190 using keyboard 192 viewing key assignments 193 folders 136 displaying information 169 function keys 85 H hard disk drive light 54 hardware conflicts 207 resolving 209 Help 159 Windows XP 206 Hibernate restarting 112 using 109 Hibernation 104 Hibernation mode 80 methods 109 hiding windows 144 hot key disable/enable TouchPad 240 display modes 239 display output settings 76 display settings 181 instant password 233 power usage mode 236 Stand by mode 237 volume...
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... keys 86 L lights AC power 49, 53 battery 53, 121 hard disk drive 54 M main battery changing 125 removing 125 memory accessing modules 67 accessing slots 67 checking total 74 problem solving 212 removing 72, 73 verifying 74 Microsoft Internet Explorer 101 Microsoft Support Online Web site 207 Microsoft Windows XP 132 minimizing 145 modem determining COM port 171 port 101 problem solving 226 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 101 monitor connecting 76, 170 not working 215 mouse connecting...
... keys 86 L lights AC power 49, 53 battery 53, 121 hard disk drive 54 M main battery changing 125 removing 125 memory accessing modules 67 accessing slots 67 checking total 74 problem solving 212 removing 72, 73 verifying 74 Microsoft Internet Explorer 101 Microsoft Support Online Web site 207 Microsoft Windows XP 132 minimizing 145 modem determining COM port 171 port 101 problem solving 226 resetting port to default settings 171 upgrading 171 modem, using 101 monitor connecting 76, 170 not working 215 mouse connecting...
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... default 171 not recognized 224 problem solving 222, 223 removing 185 replacing 186 PC Cards using 183 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 183 Plug and Play 209 ports external diskette drive 78 power cable 50 cable connectors 241 computer will not start 203 monitoring 121 problem solving 213 taking care of your battery 128 Power Management 196 powering down 102 power mode creating new 198 customizing 198 power usage modes 124 power-on password 54 precautions 45 primary control button...
... default 171 not recognized 224 problem solving 222, 223 removing 185 replacing 186 PC Cards using 183 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 183 Plug and Play 209 ports external diskette drive 78 power cable 50 cable connectors 241 computer will not start 203 monitoring 121 problem solving 213 taking care of your battery 128 Power Management 196 powering down 102 power mode creating new 198 customizing 198 power usage modes 124 power-on password 54 precautions 45 primary control button...
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... Card inserted 224 computer will not power up 203 contacting Toshiba 228, 229 corrupted/damaged data files 218 Device Manager 210 disabling a device 210, 211 disk drive is slow 218 display is blank 215 external display not working 217 external keyboard not working 214 external monitor 215 faulty memory 212 hardware conflict 207, 208 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 209 high-pitched noise 222 illegal operation 202 Internet bookmarked site not found 206 Internet connection...
... Card inserted 224 computer will not power up 203 contacting Toshiba 228, 229 corrupted/damaged data files 218 Device Manager 210 disabling a device 210, 211 disk drive is slow 218 display is blank 215 external display not working 217 external keyboard not working 214 external monitor 215 faulty memory 212 hardware conflict 207, 208 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 209 high-pitched noise 222 illegal operation 202 Internet bookmarked site not found 206 Internet connection...