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... until the problem is resolved. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Also, you will be advised of your right to make any other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in...
... until the problem is resolved. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Also, you will be advised of your right to make any other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in...
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... Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 55 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 63 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the TouchPad 64 Scrolling with the TouchPad 65 Control buttons 65 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 65 Using external display devices 65 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 66 Adjusting the quality of the external display......67 Using an external keyboard 67 Using a mouse 67 Connecting a printer 68 Setting...
... Removing a memory module 53 Checking total memory 55 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 63 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the TouchPad 64 Scrolling with the TouchPad 65 Control buttons 65 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 65 Using external display devices 65 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 66 Adjusting the quality of the external display......67 Using an external keyboard 67 Using a mouse 67 Connecting a printer 68 Setting...
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... you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to follow these directions could result in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. Failure to the lock button in minor bodily injury. You can install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be hot. NOTE For this model Slot...
... you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to follow these directions could result in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. Failure to the lock button in minor bodily injury. You can install one memory module is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be hot. NOTE For this model Slot...
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... cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 111. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
... cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 111. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional...
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... Adding memory (optional) Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model Slot A is to be installed in slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If you can now continue setting...
... Adding memory (optional) Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model Slot A is to be installed in slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If you can now continue setting...
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... the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 113. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Memory slots...
... the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 113. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. Memory slots...
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... hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on the computer. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery...
... hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on the computer. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery...
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... default. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Control buttons When a step instructs you to scroll as follows: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port Scrolling with any wheel device on page 205. For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on a mouse or trackball. Getting Started 65 Using external display devices NOTE Because the TouchPad is enabled by either double-tapping the TouchPad...
... default. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. Control buttons When a step instructs you to scroll as follows: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port Scrolling with any wheel device on page 205. For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on a mouse or trackball. Getting Started 65 Using external display devices NOTE Because the TouchPad is enabled by either double-tapping the TouchPad...
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..., Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Delete. 3 Follow the on a diskette or media of your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 2 Click Set. 3 Enter your...
..., Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Delete. 3 Follow the on a diskette or media of your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 2 Click Set. 3 Enter your...
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... Startup menu to start properly, you are familiar with Networking To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. The labels on the bottom of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your system's configuration or verify the startup...
... Startup menu to start properly, you are familiar with Networking To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. The labels on the bottom of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your system's configuration or verify the startup...
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... to work. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® online Help. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on...
... to work. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. For more information about Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® online Help. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on...
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... you to continue 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 . Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to activate the screen. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly...
... you to continue 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 . Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to activate the screen. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly...
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... not work under the operating system. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of the ExpressCard for your PC Card. 176 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Never swap modules when the computer is secure. This is known as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. For more of devices, such as "warm swapping" and is not supported. If you are securely connected...
... not work under the operating system. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of the ExpressCard for your PC Card. 176 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Never swap modules when the computer is secure. This is known as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. For more of devices, such as "warm swapping" and is not supported. If you are securely connected...
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...toshiba.com. If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may be in the communications program. See "Determining the COM port" on how to print a short test file using Notepad. Try making a test transmission to check this. If you could create and attempt to change these settings...Make sure the cable from the way they print it will print. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Make sure the line has a dial tone. The modem is firmly connected to the same COM port...
...toshiba.com. If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may be in the communications program. See "Determining the COM port" on how to print a short test file using Notepad. Try making a test transmission to check this. If you could create and attempt to change these settings...Make sure the cable from the way they print it will print. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Make sure the line has a dial tone. The modem is firmly connected to the same COM port...
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... panels. Compare non-interlaced. Internet - Memory cache installed on the network. A type of display that represents a function, file, or program. I icon - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with any other on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that polarizes the light passing through it. A key...
... panels. Compare non-interlaced. Internet - Memory cache installed on the network. A type of display that represents a function, file, or program. I icon - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in combination with any other on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that polarizes the light passing through it. A key...
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... Card Using 195 Application Cards 194 audio files 128 audio features 128 B backing up files 84 battery changing 111 charge indicator light 45, 105 charge not lasting 168 charging 43, 45 conserving power 108 disposal 116 low charge 107 monitoring power 45, 105 not charging 167 notification 108 power plan 199 power plan hot key 110 real-time clock (RTC) 102 removing 111 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 48, 57 start 120 C CD creating...
... Card Using 195 Application Cards 194 audio files 128 audio features 128 B backing up files 84 battery changing 111 charge indicator light 45, 105 charge not lasting 168 charging 43, 45 conserving power 108 disposal 116 low charge 107 monitoring power 45, 105 not charging 167 notification 108 power plan 199 power plan hot key 110 real-time clock (RTC) 102 removing 111 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 48, 57 start 120 C CD creating...
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... files/trouble accessing a disk 171 running slow 172 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 172 cannot read a diskette 172 connecting 69 external, connecting 69 display does not look normal/flickers 170 external monitor not working 170 screen is blank 169 display device external 65 display output settings 66 display, external adjusting 67 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 116 double-click 65 DVD creating 98 DVD player general problems 182 DVD, using 93 E environment computer-friendly 38 error messages device driver...
... files/trouble accessing a disk 171 running slow 172 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 172 cannot read a diskette 172 connecting 69 external, connecting 69 display does not look normal/flickers 170 external monitor not working 170 screen is blank 169 display device external 65 display output settings 66 display, external adjusting 67 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 116 double-click 65 DVD creating 98 DVD player general problems 182 DVD, using 93 E environment computer-friendly 38 error messages device driver...
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... 179 resetting port to default settings 121 upgrading 121 monitor 65 connecting 66 not working 169 mouse installing 67 serial 67 mouse utility 147 N network accessing 123 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 123 networking wireless 125 Notification Area 120 O opening the display panel 46 optical drive problems 173 troubleshooting 173 other documentation 37 overlay keys 87 P password deleting a supervisor 144 disabling a user 145 setting a user 144 supervisor set up 143 types 142 passwords instant, using 142 setting 142 PC Card checklist 174 computer stops working 175 configuring 131 errors 176 hot...
... 179 resetting port to default settings 121 upgrading 121 monitor 65 connecting 66 not working 169 mouse installing 67 serial 67 mouse utility 147 N network accessing 123 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 123 networking wireless 125 Notification Area 120 O opening the display panel 46 optical drive problems 173 troubleshooting 173 other documentation 37 overlay keys 87 P password deleting a supervisor 144 disabling a user 145 setting a user 144 supervisor set up 143 types 142 passwords instant, using 142 setting 142 PC Card checklist 174 computer stops working 175 configuring 131 errors 176 hot...
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... files 172 Device Manager 165 disk drive is slow 172 display is blank 169 ExpessCard hot swapping fails 177 ExpressCard 176 checklist 176 error occurs 178 not recognized 178 slot appears dead 177 external display not working 170 external monitor 169 faulty memory 166 hardware conflict 164 high-pitched noise 174 Internet bookmarked site not found 163 Internet connection is slow 163 keyboard not responding 160 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 171...
... files 172 Device Manager 165 disk drive is slow 172 display is blank 169 ExpessCard hot swapping fails 177 ExpressCard 176 checklist 176 error occurs 178 not recognized 178 slot appears dead 177 external display not working 170 external monitor 169 faulty memory 166 hardware conflict 164 high-pitched noise 174 Internet bookmarked site not found 163 Internet connection is slow 163 keyboard not responding 160 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 171...
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... Sleep 80 Startup menu problem solving 162 supervisor password, deleting 144 supervisor password, set up 143 T Taskbar 120 telephone line connecting to modem 122 television adjusting display 67 Toshiba registering computer 42 worldwide offices 190 TOSHIBA Assist 137 Toshiba Hardware Setup 148 Toshiba online resources 100 traveling tips 117 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 182 external keyboard 168 keyboard 168 keypad overlay 168 optical drive 173 turning on the computer 47 turning on the power 47 U user password, disabling...
... Sleep 80 Startup menu problem solving 162 supervisor password, deleting 144 supervisor password, set up 143 T Taskbar 120 telephone line connecting to modem 122 television adjusting display 67 Toshiba registering computer 42 worldwide offices 190 TOSHIBA Assist 137 Toshiba Hardware Setup 148 Toshiba online resources 100 traveling tips 117 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 182 external keyboard 168 keyboard 168 keypad overlay 168 optical drive 173 turning on the computer 47 turning on the power 47 U user password, disabling...