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... is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may be a 900 number or any changes necessary to make any other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may occasionally be advised of this computer. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at...
... is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of service may be a 900 number or any changes necessary to make any other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may occasionally be advised of this computer. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at...
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... 53 Opening the display panel 53 Your computer's features and specifications ....54 Turning on the power 55 Using the TouchPad 55 Control buttons 56 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Removing a memory module 61 Using an external keyboard 62 Connecting a mouse 62 Connecting a printer 62 Setting up a printer 64 Using external display devices 67 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 67 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Turning off the computer 69 Closing the display panel 70...
... 53 Opening the display panel 53 Your computer's features and specifications ....54 Turning on the power 55 Using the TouchPad 55 Control buttons 56 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Removing a memory module 61 Using an external keyboard 62 Connecting a mouse 62 Connecting a printer 62 Setting up a printer 64 Using external display devices 67 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 67 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Turning off the computer 69 Closing the display panel 70...
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... Exploring video features 132 Changing the display properties setting 133 Display settings hot key 133 Exploring audio features 134 Recording sounds 134 Using a microphone 134 Adjusting recording settings 135 Using external speakers or headphones..........136 Using the i.LINK® port 137 Using PC Cards 137 PC Card supporting software 138 Inserting PC Cards 138 Removing PC Cards 139 Hot swapping 140 Using the Media Card Reader 141 Inserting a Card in the Media Card Reader......141 Removing a Card from the Media Card Reader 142 Chapter 5: If Something Goes Wrong 143 Problems...
... Exploring video features 132 Changing the display properties setting 133 Display settings hot key 133 Exploring audio features 134 Recording sounds 134 Using a microphone 134 Adjusting recording settings 135 Using external speakers or headphones..........136 Using the i.LINK® port 137 Using PC Cards 137 PC Card supporting software 138 Inserting PC Cards 138 Removing PC Cards 139 Hot swapping 140 Using the Media Card Reader 141 Inserting a Card in the Media Card Reader......141 Removing a Card from the Media Card Reader 142 Chapter 5: If Something Goes Wrong 143 Problems...
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... 168 If you need further assistance 169 Before you call 169 Contacting Toshiba 170 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 171 Toshiba's worldwide offices 171 Appendix A: Hot Keys 173 Instant password security 173 Without a password 173 With a password 173 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 174 Sound 175 Power usage mode 175 Stand by mode 176 Hibernation mode 177 Display modes 178 Enabling a wireless device 179 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 179 Keyboard hot keys 179
... 168 If you need further assistance 169 Before you call 169 Contacting Toshiba 170 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 171 Toshiba's worldwide offices 171 Appendix A: Hot Keys 173 Instant password security 173 Without a password 173 With a password 173 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 174 Sound 175 Power usage mode 175 Stand by mode 176 Hibernation mode 177 Display modes 178 Enabling a wireless device 179 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 179 Keyboard hot keys 179
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... and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You may want to enable or disable the TouchPad (see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Hot Keys" on page 173). Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 57 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys. The TouchPAD ON...
... and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You may want to enable or disable the TouchPad (see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Hot Keys" on page 173). Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 57 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys. The TouchPAD ON...
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Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 59 Expansion memory module slot cover Sample base of a Satellite A70/A75 series computer 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that you can retrieve them later. Sample removing the expansion module memory slot cover 5 Put the screw and cover in a safe place so that secures the expansion memory module slot cover, then remove the expansion memory module slot cover.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 59 Expansion memory module slot cover Sample base of a Satellite A70/A75 series computer 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that you can retrieve them later. Sample removing the expansion module memory slot cover 5 Put the screw and cover in a safe place so that secures the expansion memory module slot cover, then remove the expansion memory module slot cover.
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... Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in step 8. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 61 9 Replace the expansion memory module slot cover. 10 Replace the screw and tighten it out of the slot. Sample removing the memory module 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally to view the recognized memory. 13 If the computer does not recognize the memory module, shut down the computer, remove the expansion memory module slot cover, and make sure the memory module...
... Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in step 8. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 61 9 Replace the expansion memory module slot cover. 10 Replace the screw and tighten it out of the slot. Sample removing the memory module 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally to view the recognized memory. 13 If the computer does not recognize the memory module, shut down the computer, remove the expansion memory module slot cover, and make sure the memory module...
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... Getting Started Setting up a printer Setting up a printer If you started your computer. Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating system Add Printer Wizard. Sample Printers and Faxes window...
... Getting Started Setting up a printer Setting up a printer If you started your computer. Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating system Add Printer Wizard. Sample Printers and Faxes window...
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... : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the left side of device you want takes effect. Directing the display output when you turn on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. This hot key cycles through the settings in LCD display, but you need a larger screen. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable...
... : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the left side of device you want takes effect. Directing the display output when you turn on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. This hot key cycles through the settings in LCD display, but you need a larger screen. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable...
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Using the keyboard Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 75 Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. the number and symbol keys are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case - The caps lock light on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just...
Using the keyboard Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 75 Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. the number and symbol keys are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case - The caps lock light on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just...
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... specific functions on the program you press them. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons run programmed functions when you are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. Used in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary TouchPad control button (or secondary mouse button). Windows® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys...
... specific functions on the program you press them. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons run programmed functions when you are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. Used in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary TouchPad control button (or secondary mouse button). Windows® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys...
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... Options Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - a set of Card and Socket Services, you need to your PC Card comes with its own version of programs that acts as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that comes with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into place. Inserting PC Cards NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning...
... Options Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - a set of Card and Socket Services, you need to your PC Card comes with its own version of programs that acts as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that comes with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into place. Inserting PC Cards NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning...
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... installing a new program or adding a device. Press any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start...
... installing a new program or adding a device. Press any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start...
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... that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is not set for the built-in screen flickers. To reduce the amount of the way the screen produces colors. If you to make sure the display priority is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press...
... that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is not set for the built-in screen flickers. To reduce the amount of the way the screen produces colors. If you to make sure the display priority is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press...
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... "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on and This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on page 56. The wireless mode is: Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . F12 Fn + off. 179 Hot Keys Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices...
... "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on and This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on page 56. The wireless mode is: Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . F12 Fn + off. 179 Hot Keys Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices...
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...® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar. ❖ Press the Toshiba Console button (if applicable to your system) to start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer is displayed with an...
...® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar. ❖ Press the Toshiba Console button (if applicable to your system) to start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer is displayed with an...
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... mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server settings. If you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts. ❖ Devices - Similarly, users who access networks in the office and at the center of a home page that environment and connect to handle these networking environments. Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard, where...
... mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server settings. If you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts. ❖ Devices - Similarly, users who access networks in the office and at the center of a home page that environment and connect to handle these networking environments. Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard, where...
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... many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of data equal to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot key - (1) A feature in a computer is running and have secondary hard disks that activates a memory resident program. A unit of keys that are connected. By default, the hard disk is...
... many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of data equal to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot key - (1) A feature in a computer is running and have secondary hard disks that activates a memory resident program. A unit of keys that are connected. By default, the hard disk is...
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... J jack RJ-11 126 K keyboard character keys 75 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 76 cursor control overlay 78 function keys 76 hot keys 179 not working 146, 156 numeric keypad overlay 77 overlay keys 77 unexpected characters 156 Windows special keys 76 keyboard, external 62 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 62 L LCD power-saver 70 lights AC power 51 battery 51, 110 hard disk drive 55 M main battery changing 114 removing 114 Media Card Reader 141 inserting a card 141 removing a card 142 memory problem solving 154 removing 61
... J jack RJ-11 126 K keyboard character keys 75 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 76 cursor control overlay 78 function keys 76 hot keys 179 not working 146, 156 numeric keypad overlay 77 overlay keys 77 unexpected characters 156 Windows special keys 76 keyboard, external 62 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 62 L LCD power-saver 70 lights AC power 51 battery 51, 110 hard disk drive 55 M main battery changing 114 removing 114 Media Card Reader 141 inserting a card 141 removing a card 142 memory problem solving 154 removing 61
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214 removing expansion slot cover 59 memory module inserting 60 removing 61 Memory Stick 141 Memory Stick Pro Media Card Reader 141 modem determining COM port 124 problem solving 167 resetting port to default settings 124 upgrading 124 module Wi-Fi Mini PC 128 monitor 67 connecting 67 not working 157 mouse connecting 62 moving the computer 71 MultiMediaCard Media Card Reader 141 N network accessing 127 dial-up connection 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless 127 P password instant 173 PC Card Card and Socket Services 138 checklist...
214 removing expansion slot cover 59 memory module inserting 60 removing 61 Memory Stick 141 Memory Stick Pro Media Card Reader 141 modem determining COM port 124 problem solving 167 resetting port to default settings 124 upgrading 124 module Wi-Fi Mini PC 128 monitor 67 connecting 67 not working 157 mouse connecting 62 moving the computer 71 MultiMediaCard Media Card Reader 141 N network accessing 127 dial-up connection 127 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 127 networking wireless 127 P password instant 173 PC Card Card and Socket Services 138 checklist...