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... equipment until the problem is resolved. If trouble is experienced with the FCC if you with the best service it can. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may not be advised of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the...
... equipment until the problem is resolved. If trouble is experienced with the FCC if you with the best service it can. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may not be advised of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the...
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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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... install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in the Table section of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window. As you to create a new table. The Delete button deletes the selected table. If your printer has not been detected automatically when connected to the computer, you plan to set /clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch...
... install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in the Table section of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window. As you to create a new table. The Delete button deletes the selected table. If your printer has not been detected automatically when connected to the computer, you plan to set /clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch...
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..., turn off the computer and remove the incompatible module. There are using the Start menu. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 65 5 Follow the on the computer. A memory module must be installed in slot A, there will be lost. If the module is in various capacities (visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com for more than one printer, make sure the name is incompatible with a memory module in Standby or Hibernation mode...
..., turn off the computer and remove the incompatible module. There are using the Start menu. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 65 5 Follow the on the computer. A memory module must be installed in slot A, there will be lost. If the module is in various capacities (visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com for more than one printer, make sure the name is incompatible with a memory module in Standby or Hibernation mode...
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... internal display panel may need to one of the computer's USB ports. 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 click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window, click Advanced, click the Adapter tab, click List all modes, and select 640 x 480. The Windows® XP operating...
... internal display panel may need to one of the computer's USB ports. 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 click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window, click Advanced, click the Adapter tab, click List all modes, and select 640 x 480. The Windows® XP operating...
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... program you are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. Function keys F1 through F12 are using. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . The caps lock light on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. the number and symbol keys are the 12 keys at the top...
... program you are called function keys because they run specific functions on the computer. Function keys F1 through F12 are using. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . The caps lock light on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. the number and symbol keys are the 12 keys at the top...
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... Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that 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. Operating system is running and you will need to log on . Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is in the drive, the Media Player starts...
... Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The stop/eject button stops a disc that 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. Operating system is running and you will need to log on . Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVDROM or multi-function drive power is in the drive, the Media Player starts...
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... acts as cables, attached to your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to do so may also hot swap a PC Card (see if you need to set of Card and Socket Services, you should use . Before you insert it. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Inserting PC Cards Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. a set up and use the...
... acts as cables, attached to your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to do so may also hot swap a PC Card (see if you need to set of Card and Socket Services, you should use . Before you insert it. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Inserting PC Cards Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. a set up and use the...
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... settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally To do this, use the procedure. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may have to change the system 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...
... settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally To do this, use the procedure. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may have to change the system 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...
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... of the keys. If you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be defective or incompatible with ? Let the battery discharge completely, then try it works, the first keyboard may be on. Check the power options using is on page 119. Was the battery fully charged to turn off , make sure the software you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or...
... of the keys. If you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be defective or incompatible with ? Let the battery discharge completely, then try it works, the first keyboard may be on. Check the power options using is on page 119. Was the battery fully charged to turn 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 . F12 Fn + off . To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. 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. 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad.
F11 Fn + off . F12 Fn + off . To use the TouchPad, see "Overlay keys" on page 56. 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. 240 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad.
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... with infrared) and dial-up devices are connected to the wireless communication switch. ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor displays the connection configuration and the status of the problem and a solution appears. For wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. Upon clicking the exclamation point, a description of all wired and wireless LAN devices that are not tested by clicking...
... with infrared) and dial-up devices are connected to the wireless communication switch. ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor displays the connection configuration and the status of the problem and a solution appears. For wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. Upon clicking the exclamation point, a description of all wired and wireless LAN devices that are not tested by clicking...
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246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes. 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. Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed.
246 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes. 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. Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are also displayed.
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... than main memory. Memory cache installed on the network. kilobyte (KB) - See also byte. Memory cache built into the processor to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you use to help improve processing speed. hot swapping - A key or combination of keys that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system...
... than main memory. Memory cache installed on the network. kilobyte (KB) - See also byte. Memory cache built into the processor to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you use to help improve processing speed. hot swapping - A key or combination of keys that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system...
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.... 264 Glossary password - pixel - program - See also operating system, application, utility. This type of memory is lost when you plug in RAM is used for "picture element." See also memory. random access memory - See RAM. A unique string of instructions that can be produced on the screen. Any device, such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. The attributes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application...
.... 264 Glossary password - pixel - program - See also operating system, application, utility. This type of memory is lost when you plug in RAM is used for "picture element." See also memory. random access memory - See RAM. A unique string of instructions that can be produced on the screen. Any device, such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. The attributes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application...
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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...