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..., other number for them know of this computer. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your equipment, the telephone company will be advised of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on...
..., other number for them know of this computer. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your equipment, the telephone company will be advised of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on...
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... for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Your computer's features and specifications.... 53 Turning on the power 53 Using the TouchPad 54 Scrolling with the TouchPad 55 Using the Control buttons 55 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Removing a memory module 61 Checking total memory 62 Using an external keyboard 63 Using a mouse 63 Connecting a local printer 64 Setting up your printer 65 Connecting an optional external diskette drive....... 68 Using external display devices 69 Connecting the display device 69 Directing the...
... for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Your computer's features and specifications.... 53 Turning on the power 53 Using the TouchPad 54 Scrolling with the TouchPad 55 Using the Control buttons 55 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Removing a memory module 61 Checking total memory 62 Using an external keyboard 63 Using a mouse 63 Connecting a local printer 64 Setting up your printer 65 Connecting an optional external diskette drive....... 68 Using external display devices 69 Connecting the display device 69 Directing the...
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... Running the computer on battery power 108 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging the batteries 111 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 114 What to do when the battery runs low 115 Setting battery alarms 116 Conserving battery power 116 Power profiles in Windows® XP 117 Using a hot key to set the power profile......... 118 Changing the main battery 119 Removing the battery from the computer...
... Running the computer on battery power 108 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging the batteries 111 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 114 What to do when the battery runs low 115 Setting battery alarms 116 Conserving battery power 116 Power profiles in Windows® XP 117 Using a hot key to set the power profile......... 118 Changing the main battery 119 Removing the battery from the computer...
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... Card supporting software 144 Inserting a PC Card 145 Removing a PC Card 146 Setting up a PC Card for your computer ........ 146 Hot swapping 147 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 148 Fn-esse 149 Starting Fn-esse 149 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 151 Viewing existing key assignments 152 Changing or removing existing key assignments 153 TOSHIBA Console 153 Customizing your computer 154 Network 154 Security 154 TOSHIBA Power Saver 154 Mouse utility 157 Hotkey utility 157 TOSHIBA HW Setup...
... Card supporting software 144 Inserting a PC Card 145 Removing a PC Card 146 Setting up a PC Card for your computer ........ 146 Hot swapping 147 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 148 Fn-esse 149 Starting Fn-esse 149 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 151 Viewing existing key assignments 152 Changing or removing existing key assignments 153 TOSHIBA Console 153 Customizing your computer 154 Network 154 Security 154 TOSHIBA Power Saver 154 Mouse utility 157 Hotkey utility 157 TOSHIBA HW Setup...
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... Start menu. The Turn off the computer. 58 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install a memory module that is in slot A, thee will be a long beep followed by two short beeps. In this procedure. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this case, turn off the computer and remove the incompatible module. A memory module must be installed in slot B, there will sound when you install or remove a memory module...
... Start menu. The Turn off the computer. 58 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install a memory module that is in slot A, thee will be a long beep followed by two short beeps. In this procedure. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use the computer for this case, turn off the computer and remove the incompatible module. A memory module must be installed in slot B, there will sound when you install or remove a memory module...
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Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover 5 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 119. 6 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover. Sample removing the memory module slot cover Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 59 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory module slot ...
Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover 5 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 119. 6 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover. Sample removing the memory module slot cover Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 59 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory module slot ...
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Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 61 Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on page 57 to shut down the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 11 Replace the memory module slot cover. 12 Retighten the screws. 13 Turn the computer over and reconnect...
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 61 Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on page 57 to shut down the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 11 Replace the memory module slot cover. 12 Retighten the screws. 13 Turn the computer over and reconnect...
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... computer's USB ports. Connecting the display device If you are connecting an SVGA monitor, skip to "Connecting an external monitor or projector" on choosing a video cable, then refer to "Connecting to one of device you are connecting a television or other display device, configure your computer for your operating system and devices. Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect two different types of external display devices to the S-video port" below...
... computer's USB ports. Connecting the display device If you are connecting an SVGA monitor, skip to "Connecting an external monitor or projector" on choosing a video cable, then refer to "Connecting to one of device you are connecting a television or other display device, configure your computer for your operating system and devices. Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect two different types of external display devices to the S-video port" below...
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... keys; and a numeric keypad. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. cursor positioning keys; Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 79 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows keys...
... keys; and a numeric keypad. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. cursor positioning keys; Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 79 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows keys...
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... shuts down your computer and replace the main battery with a charged one. ❖ Connect your computer to warn you of a low battery charge condition, so you are working-since operating time decreases at low temperatures To change the default alarm settings: 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select the Alarm settings in the Setup Alarm section.
... shuts down your computer and replace the main battery with a charged one. ❖ Connect your computer to warn you of a low battery charge condition, so you are working-since operating time decreases at low temperatures To change the default alarm settings: 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select the Alarm settings in the Setup Alarm section.
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... that work with HTTP. You can connect to be referenced from anywhere in setting up for a new ISP account, or assists you in the world. The World Wide Web offers information as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to maintain an Internet connection. An ISP is a subset of the Internet - 136 Exploring Your Options...
... that work with HTTP. You can connect to be referenced from anywhere in setting up for a new ISP account, or assists you in the world. The World Wide Web offers information as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to maintain an Internet connection. An ISP is a subset of the Internet - 136 Exploring Your Options...
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... much more difficult to set of Card and Socket Services, you should use . Type II cards-You can install one of these cards. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - You can install one of these cards.s TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Your Satellite® A55 Series computer comes with...
... much more difficult to set of Card and Socket Services, you should use . Type II cards-You can install one of these cards. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - You can install one of these cards.s TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Your Satellite® A55 Series computer comes with...
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... how sensitive the TouchPad will open, define visual affects and control when to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. The Touch Pad settings button allows you can set/clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in the Table section of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window using the drop-down list boxes. The New Table button allows you select a table, the Settings button may become active. The Option button allows you to create a new table. As...
... how sensitive the TouchPad will open, define visual affects and control when to disable/enable the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch feature. The Touch Pad settings button allows you can set/clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in the Table section of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window using the drop-down list boxes. The New Table button allows you select a table, the Settings button may become active. The Option button allows you to create a new table. As...
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... in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to restart the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours. If you change the system in the computer's memory has been lost. 173...
... in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to restart the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours. If you change the system in the computer's memory has been lost. 173...
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... again to activate the screen. If no password is firmly plugged into effect. If you to continue working. A window with your computer. 183 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. You have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. If...
... again to activate the screen. If no password is firmly plugged into effect. If you to continue working. A window with your computer. 183 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. You have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. If...
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Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off . Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on page 54. To use the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on and off. 204 Hot Keys Display brightness Display brightness Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness.
Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off . Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on page 54. To use the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on and off. 204 Hot Keys Display brightness Display brightness Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness.
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... connecting to a power source 48 connection set up 133 conserving battery power 116 control buttons 55 critical applications 2 Ctrl keys 80 D desktop creating new icon 126 major features 126 desktop exploration 125 desktop icons 126 Device Manager 178 checking properties 179 disabling a device 179 devices keyboard 63 mouse 63 dial-up connection 133 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 133 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 169 Disk Defragmenter 186 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 187 missing files/trouble accessing a disk...
... connecting to a power source 48 connection set up 133 conserving battery power 116 control buttons 55 critical applications 2 Ctrl keys 80 D desktop creating new icon 126 major features 126 desktop exploration 125 desktop icons 126 Device Manager 178 checking properties 179 disabling a device 179 devices keyboard 63 mouse 63 dial-up connection 133 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 133 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 169 Disk Defragmenter 186 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 187 missing files/trouble accessing a disk...
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... DVD-ROM/multi-function drive can't access disc 188 drive tray will not open 188 problems 188 troubleshooting 180 E ergonomics 42 error messages device driver conflict 176 general hardware problem 176 non-system disk or disk error 173, 187 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 184 program has performed an illegal operation 171 warning resume failure 173 Error-checking 186 Ethernet LAN port 133 expansion memory slot 59 exploring the desktop 125 external mouse 63 external diskette drive connecting 68 external display, adjusting 72 external monitor...
... DVD-ROM/multi-function drive can't access disc 188 drive tray will not open 188 problems 188 troubleshooting 180 E ergonomics 42 error messages device driver conflict 176 general hardware problem 176 non-system disk or disk error 173, 187 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 184 program has performed an illegal operation 171 warning resume failure 173 Error-checking 186 Ethernet LAN port 133 expansion memory slot 59 exploring the desktop 125 external mouse 63 external diskette drive connecting 68 external display, adjusting 72 external monitor...
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... By mode 201 volume mute 199 hot key power usage mode 118 hot key utility 157 hot keys 199 hot swapping 144 PC Cards 147 precautions 147 I i.LINK 141 connecting video devices 141 FCC 3 icon 126 definition 38 desktop 126 hint 38 internet explorer 127 moving to desktop 126 recycle bin 127 safety 37 technical note 37 Industry Canada requirement 4 installing main battery 119 memory modules 57 mouse 63 instant passwords, using 161 Internal/External mode 185 Internet...
... By mode 201 volume mute 199 hot key power usage mode 118 hot key utility 157 hot keys 199 hot swapping 144 PC Cards 147 precautions 147 I i.LINK 141 connecting video devices 141 FCC 3 icon 126 definition 38 desktop 126 hint 38 internet explorer 127 moving to desktop 126 recycle bin 127 safety 37 technical note 37 Industry Canada requirement 4 installing main battery 119 memory modules 57 mouse 63 instant passwords, using 161 Internal/External mode 185 Internet...
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... COM port 130 problem solving 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 130 upgrading 130 module Wi-Fi Mini PC 135 monitor 69 connecting 69, 71 not working 183 mouse installing 63 serial 63 N network 154 accessing 132 dial-up connection 133 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 132 networking wireless 132 O opening the display panel 52 other documentation 38 overlay keys 81 P password deleting a supervisor 164 disabling a user 162 supervisor set up 163 passwords instant, using 161 setting user 160 PC Card Card and Socket Services...
... COM port 130 problem solving 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 130 upgrading 130 module Wi-Fi Mini PC 135 monitor 69 connecting 69, 71 not working 183 mouse installing 63 serial 63 N network 154 accessing 132 dial-up connection 133 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 132 networking wireless 132 O opening the display panel 52 other documentation 38 overlay keys 81 P password deleting a supervisor 164 disabling a user 162 supervisor set up 163 passwords instant, using 161 setting user 160 PC Card Card and Socket Services...