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If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will be necessary for them know of this equipment, for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your equipment...
If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will be necessary for them know of this equipment, for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your equipment...
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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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... hot keys. 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 run most of today's popular applications. You may want to increase the If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The Mouse Properties window appears. 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memory module...
... hot keys. 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 run most of today's popular applications. You may want to increase the If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The Mouse Properties window appears. 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memory module...
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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. 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.
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... computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. 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 is seated properly, as described in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in...
... computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. 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 is seated properly, as described in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in...
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... driver either by following the instructions indicated in your computer with the Add Printer Wizard: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Select Printers and Faxes. If you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is not the case, then you plan to your computer. The Add Printer Wizard starts. Using the Add Printer Wizard To set...
... driver either by following the instructions indicated in your computer with the Add Printer Wizard: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Select Printers and Faxes. If you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is not the case, then you plan to your computer. The Add Printer Wizard starts. Using the Add Printer Wizard To set...
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... settings in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this , refer to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. Getting Started Using external display devices...
... settings in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this , refer to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. Getting Started Using external display devices...
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... the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not affected. the number and symbol keys are 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 number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not affected. the number and symbol keys are 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.
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... combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are using. 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). Ctrl, Fn and...
... combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are using. 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). Ctrl, Fn and...
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... of Card and Socket Services, you need to the computer itself. Inserting PC Cards NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. 138 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - a set of programs that acts as cables, attached to the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is safe to remove the PC Card. 2 Align the card connectors with the card to...
... of Card and Socket Services, you need to the computer itself. Inserting PC Cards NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. 138 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - a set of programs that acts as cables, attached to the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is safe to remove the PC Card. 2 Align the card connectors with the card to...
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... operating system responds to your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Press any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to restart the computer. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change your work routine, you experience any key...
... operating system responds to your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Press any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to restart the computer. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change your work routine, you experience any key...
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... 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 a normal result of the way the screen produces colors. You can change the number of the desktop with the secondary button. 2 Click...
... 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 a normal result of the way the screen produces colors. You can change the number of the desktop with the secondary button. 2 Click...
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... 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. F11 Fn + off . F12 Fn + off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and 179 Hot Keys Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. To use the TouchPad...
... 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. F11 Fn + off . F12 Fn + off . Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and 179 Hot Keys Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. To use the TouchPad...
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... main screen, and how to start the desired ConfigFree utilities. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an "X." Starting ConfigFree To start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on setting up and using ConfigFree...
... main screen, and how to start the desired ConfigFree utilities. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an "X." Starting ConfigFree To start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on setting up and using ConfigFree...
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... these networking environments. Similarly, users who access networks in a profile: ❖ Internet settings - includes LAN settings (proxy server settings) and the address of the map. 3 Configured devices are useful for example, you save network settings in "profiles." Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard, where you enable or disable settings of Bluetooth antennas. ❖ TCP/IP settings - Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you can set the power status of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set...
... these networking environments. Similarly, users who access networks in a profile: ❖ Internet settings - includes LAN settings (proxy server settings) and the address of the map. 3 Configured devices are useful for example, you save network settings in "profiles." Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard, where you enable or disable settings of Bluetooth antennas. ❖ TCP/IP settings - Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you can set the power status of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set...
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... secondary hard disks that can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. Compare software. The physical components of an electric circuit are used for voltages in combination with the Fn key can be magnetically coded with data. A 3.5-inch diskette that represents a function, file, or program. A small image displayed on the screen that holds 1.44 MB of many Toshiba notebook computers that activates a memory resident...
... secondary hard disks that can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. Compare software. The physical components of an electric circuit are used for voltages in combination with the Fn key can be magnetically coded with data. A 3.5-inch diskette that represents a function, file, or program. A small image displayed on the screen that holds 1.44 MB of many Toshiba notebook computers that activates a memory resident...
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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...