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... makes it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If Problems Arise If this computer. Also, you will notify you in writing, to allow you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment causes harm to the telephone network...
... makes it unlawful for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If Problems Arise If this computer. Also, you will notify you in writing, to allow you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment causes harm to the telephone network...
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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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... lost. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 57 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Hot Keys" on page 173). The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is in Stand by or Hibernation mode, data will be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see...
... lost. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 57 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Hot Keys" on page 173). The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is in Stand by or Hibernation mode, data will be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see...
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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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... pull it . 11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 12 Turn on page 57. 2 Gently push the memory module locks outward until the memory module pops up. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click 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...
... pull it . 11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 12 Turn on page 57. 2 Gently push the memory module locks outward until the memory module pops up. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click 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...
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... 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. Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer later, click Cancel. The Add Printer Wizard starts. Sample Printers and Faxes window...
... 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. Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer later, click Cancel. The Add Printer Wizard starts. Sample Printers and Faxes window...
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... left side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to the documentation for the type of device you are connecting. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you need a larger screen. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in the following order:
... left side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to the documentation for the type of device you are connecting. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you need a larger screen. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in the following order:
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... not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case - 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 caps lock light on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an...
... not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case - 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 caps lock light on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an...
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.... 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). 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. Windows® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions...
.... 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). 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. Windows® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions...
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... Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on ) possible. 138 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Before you insert a PC Card, refer to remove the PC Card. 2 Align the card connectors with the card to see if you insert it locks into the slot until it . After the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears, it is safe to the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards...
... Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on ) possible. 138 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Before you insert a PC Card, refer to remove the PC Card. 2 Align the card connectors with the card to see if you insert it locks into the slot until it . After the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears, it is safe to the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards...
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... open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your work routine, you experience any key. Press any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you can easily detect if the operating system is not working The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows...
... open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your work routine, you experience any key. Press any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you can easily detect if the operating system is not working The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows...
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... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check 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 firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the screen. The screen...
... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check 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 firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the screen. The screen...
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...enabling the TouchPad" on and F12 Fn + off . 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 . F11 Fn + off. 179 Hot Keys Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices...
...enabling the TouchPad" on and F12 Fn + off . 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 . F11 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 setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. 182 Getting Started Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to start the desired ConfigFree utilities. Starting ConfigFree To start a search for wireless devices...
...; Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. 182 Getting Started Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to start the desired ConfigFree utilities. Starting ConfigFree To start a search for wireless devices...
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... following settings can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings. lets 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 the map. 3 Configured devices are useful for example, you save network settings in a profile: ❖ Internet settings - Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility...
... following settings can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings. lets 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 the map. 3 Configured devices are useful for example, you save network settings in a profile: ❖ Internet settings - Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility...
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... also byte. hot key - (1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . The ability to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of programs and data. 203 Glossary function keys - Their function is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. H hard disk - A storage device composed of many Toshiba notebook computers that are used for voltages in...
... also byte. hot key - (1) A feature in which all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . The ability to as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of programs and data. 203 Glossary function keys - Their function is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. H hard disk - A storage device composed of many Toshiba notebook computers that are used for voltages in...
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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...