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... necessary. 5 Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer.
... necessary. 5 Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer.
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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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... the instructions indicated in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to create a new table. The Delete button deletes the selected table. Setting up a printer later, close or cancel the Add Printer Wizard. If you select a table, the Settings button may become active. Disabling or enabling TOSHIBA Touch and Launch You can also disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch via the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch icon on the system tray. You install the printer driver...
... the instructions indicated in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to create a new table. The Delete button deletes the selected table. Setting up a printer later, close or cancel the Add Printer Wizard. If you select a table, the Settings button may become active. Disabling or enabling TOSHIBA Touch and Launch You can also disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch via the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch icon on the system tray. You install the printer driver...
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... computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using more information). Additional memory comes in slot B, there will be installed in slot B only. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 65 5 Follow the on the computer. If you tell the difference. There are using the Start menu. If the module is in various capacities (visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com for more than one printer, make sure...
... computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using more information). Additional memory comes in slot B, there will be installed in slot B only. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 65 5 Follow the on the computer. If you tell the difference. There are using the Start menu. If the module is in various capacities (visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com for more than one printer, make sure...
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.... ❖ Allows you to boot your computer. 78 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive ❖ If you use diskettes with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the Display area (resolution) set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600, the image on the internal display panel may need to click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window, click Advanced, click the Adapter tab, click List all modes, and select 640 x 480...
.... ❖ Allows you to boot your computer. 78 Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive ❖ If you use diskettes with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the Display area (resolution) set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600, the image on the internal display panel may need to click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window, click Advanced, click the Adapter tab, click List all modes, and select 640 x 480...
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The caps lock light on the computer. the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons run programmed functions when...
The caps lock light on the computer. the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons run programmed functions when...
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... remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is in the drive, the media player starts and the DVD begins to play . Digital audio mode The media player starts and the digital audio files begin to play . If a DVD movie is currently playing. CD/DVD and Digital audio modes The following chart describes CD/DVD mode and Digital audio mode. 94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button...
... remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is in the drive, the media player starts and the DVD begins to play . Digital audio mode The media player starts and the digital audio files begin to play . If a DVD movie is currently playing. CD/DVD and Digital audio modes The following chart describes CD/DVD mode and Digital audio mode. 94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button...
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... you should use . To insert a PC Card: 1 Turn off the computer. You may also hot swap a PC Card (see "Hot swapping" on ) possible. Failure to set of Card and Socket Services, you insert it. 184 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Check the documentation that came with the PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place. a set up and use the...
... you should use . To insert a PC Card: 1 Turn off the computer. You may also hot swap a PC Card (see "Hot swapping" on ) possible. Failure to set of Card and Socket Services, you insert it. 184 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Check the documentation that came with the PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place. a set up and use the...
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... the startup procedure to start properly, you change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your computer starts. To...
... the startup procedure to start properly, you change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your computer starts. To...
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... keyboard. Check the power options using is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light. Was the battery fully charged to turn off , make sure the software you added a device, such as it usually does. Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to power the computer for as long as a PC Card or memory module...
... keyboard. Check the power options using is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light. Was the battery fully charged to turn off , make sure the software you added a device, such as it usually does. Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to power the computer for as long as a PC Card or memory module...
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240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. F12 Fn + off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off . 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. F11 Fn + off.
240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. F12 Fn + off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off . 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. F11 Fn + off.
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...) 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 the Connectivity Doctor. For more information on the exclamation point. For wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. Upon clicking...
...) 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 the Connectivity Doctor. For more information on the exclamation point. For wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. Upon clicking...
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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. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network.
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. 246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network.
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... which only every other line of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. internal device - Internet - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. LAN (local area network) - 261 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any...
... which only every other line of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. internal device - Internet - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. LAN (local area network) - 261 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any...
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..., hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. port - processor - This type of memory is lost when you to the computer or the network. 264 Glossary password - properties - Any device, such as read. Short for your computer. A set of characters entered by a device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself to work with the device. A unique string of instructions that enables you turn off your computer's main memory. program - Volatile memory that information in a cable...
..., hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. port - processor - This type of memory is lost when you to the computer or the network. 264 Glossary password - properties - Any device, such as read. Short for your computer. A set of characters entered by a device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself to work with the device. A unique string of instructions that enables you turn off your computer's main memory. program - Volatile memory that information in a cable...
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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...