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...repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If trouble is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If Problems Arise If this change...ever decide to make any message unless such message clearly contains in writing, to state tariffs. or an authorized representative of this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone ...
...repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If trouble is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If Problems Arise If this change...ever decide to make any message unless such message clearly contains in writing, to state tariffs. or an authorized representative of this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone ...
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... for the first time 54 Opening the display panel 54 Your computer's features and specifications ....55 Turning on the power 55 Using the TouchPad 56 Scrolling with the TouchPad 56 Using the Scroll button 57 Using the Control buttons 57 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 57 Installing additional memory (optional 58 Removing a memory module 62 Checking total memory 63 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........69 Connecting external display devices 70 Directing the...
... for the first time 54 Opening the display panel 54 Your computer's features and specifications ....55 Turning on the power 55 Using the TouchPad 56 Scrolling with the TouchPad 56 Using the Scroll button 57 Using the Control buttons 57 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 57 Installing additional memory (optional 58 Removing a memory module 62 Checking total memory 63 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........69 Connecting external display devices 70 Directing the...
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... Running the computer on battery power 111 Battery Notice 112 Power management 112 Using additional batteries 113 Charging the batteries 113 Charging the main battery 114 Charging the RTC battery 115 Monitoring battery power 116 Determining remaining battery power 117 What to do when the battery runs low 118 Setting battery alarms 118 Conserving battery power 119 Power profiles in Windows XP 120 Using a hot key to set the power profile..........121 Changing the main battery 122 Removing the battery from the computer .......122...
... Running the computer on battery power 111 Battery Notice 112 Power management 112 Using additional batteries 113 Charging the batteries 113 Charging the main battery 114 Charging the RTC battery 115 Monitoring battery power 116 Determining remaining battery power 117 What to do when the battery runs low 118 Setting battery alarms 118 Conserving battery power 119 Power profiles in Windows XP 120 Using a hot key to set the power profile..........121 Changing the main battery 122 Removing the battery from the computer .......122...
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.... Installing additional memory (optional) Before you replace them. Additional memory comes in Stand by or Hibernation mode, data will be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see "Hot Keys" on the most of data. If this happens, let the modules cool to stay current on page 185). You may have both slots occupied. 58 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window.
.... Installing additional memory (optional) Before you replace them. Additional memory comes in Stand by or Hibernation mode, data will be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see "Hot Keys" on the most of data. If this happens, let the modules cool to stay current on page 185). You may have both slots occupied. 58 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window.
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.... 60 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the computer). 6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging. 7 Holding the memory module by its edges so that secures the expansion memory module slot cover, then remove the expansion memory module slot cover. Sample removing the expansion module memory slot cover 5 Put the screw and cover in a safe place so...
.... 60 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the computer). 6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging. 7 Holding the memory module by its edges so that secures the expansion memory module slot cover, then remove the expansion memory module slot cover. Sample removing the expansion module memory slot cover 5 Put the screw and cover in a safe place so...
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... type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. ❖ A television or video display device via the S-video port. 70 Getting Started Connecting external display devices Connecting external display devices Your computer comes with your computer. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the left side of device you are not included with a built-in LCD display, but you need to your operating...
... type of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. ❖ A television or video display device via the S-video port. 70 Getting Started Connecting external display devices Connecting external display devices Your computer comes with your computer. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the left side of device you are not included with a built-in LCD display, but you need to your operating...
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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 79 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 79 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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... Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Inserting a PC Card NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your computer. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your computer's capabilities and usefulness. 147 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your dealer. To insert a PC Card: 1 Turn off the...
... Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - Inserting a PC Card NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your PC Card. The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your computer. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your computer's capabilities and usefulness. 147 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your dealer. To insert a PC Card: 1 Turn off the...
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... a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to your computer starts. 159 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking) Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode (with...
... a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to your computer starts. 159 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with Networking) Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode (with...
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... with your software using the hard disk more keyboard error messages. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Was the battery fully charged to the keyboard itself. Is the display power set to turn off automatically? If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is not remapping the keyboard. Refer to the software's documentation and check that takes its power from the battery? If you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the...
... with your software using the hard disk more keyboard error messages. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Was the battery fully charged to the keyboard itself. Is the display power set to turn off automatically? If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is not remapping the keyboard. Refer to the software's documentation and check that takes its power from the battery? If you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that the...
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... a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. The Settings tab allows 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 the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. If you are using an external monitor...
... a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. The Settings tab allows 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 the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. If you are using an external monitor...
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... wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts. ❖ Devices - If you enable or disable settings of the map. 3 Configured devices are useful for example, you can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 2 Click your own computer at home can set the power status of a home page that environment and connect to the device. The following settings...
... wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set up a profile to match that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts. ❖ Devices - If you enable or disable settings of the map. 3 Configured devices are useful for example, you can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 2 Click your own computer at home can set the power status of a home page that environment and connect to the device. The following settings...
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... configuring 104 hot key display modes 191 display settings 143 power usage mode 188 Stand by mode 189 volume mute 185 wireless mode 192 hot key power usage mode 121 hot keys instant password 186 keyboard functions 193 hot swapping 147 precautions 149 I i.LINK 146 FCC 3 icon 130 desktop 130 internet explorer 131 moving to desktop 130 recycle bin 131 safety 37 Industry Canada requirement 4 inserting CDs and DVDs 93 PC Cards 147 installing main battery 122 mouse 63 Internal/External mode...
... configuring 104 hot key display modes 191 display settings 143 power usage mode 188 Stand by mode 189 volume mute 185 wireless mode 192 hot key power usage mode 121 hot keys instant password 186 keyboard functions 193 hot swapping 147 precautions 149 I i.LINK 146 FCC 3 icon 130 desktop 130 internet explorer 131 moving to desktop 130 recycle bin 131 safety 37 Industry Canada requirement 4 inserting CDs and DVDs 93 PC Cards 147 installing main battery 122 mouse 63 Internal/External mode...
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... 166 removing 62 removing expansion slot cover 60 memory module inserting 60 removing 63 Memory Stick inserting 150 removing 151 modem determining COM port 134 problem solving 179 resetting port to default settings 134 upgrading 134 module Wi-Fi Mini PC 138 monitor 70 connecting 70 not working 169 mouse connecting 63 installing 63 serial 63 moving the computer 75 N network accessing 136 dial-up connection 136 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 136 networking wireless 136 P password instant 186 PC Card Card and Socket Services...
... 166 removing 62 removing expansion slot cover 60 memory module inserting 60 removing 63 Memory Stick inserting 150 removing 151 modem determining COM port 134 problem solving 179 resetting port to default settings 134 upgrading 134 module Wi-Fi Mini PC 138 monitor 70 connecting 70 not working 169 mouse connecting 63 installing 63 serial 63 moving the computer 75 N network accessing 136 dial-up connection 136 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 136 networking wireless 136 P password instant 186 PC Card Card and Socket Services...
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... 65 setting up a connection 136 shut down 73 sound .wav files 144 problem solving 174 speakers external 146 Stand by mode hot key 189 Standby 100 low battery 118 using 108 Standby mode going into more quickly 109 starting again from 110 start button 131 starting a program 83 Run dialog box 85 Windows Explorer 84 Windows Start menu 83 starting up the computer from Standby 110 Startup menu problem solving 159 stored data protection 2 S-video external display...
... 65 setting up a connection 136 shut down 73 sound .wav files 144 problem solving 174 speakers external 146 Stand by mode hot key 189 Standby 100 low battery 118 using 108 Standby mode going into more quickly 109 starting again from 110 start button 131 starting a program 83 Run dialog box 85 Windows Explorer 84 Windows Start menu 83 starting up the computer from Standby 110 Startup menu problem solving 159 stored data protection 2 S-video external display...
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... hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite SATELLITE M30X, referred to as shown below. CAUTION: "Caution" indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in property damage if the safety instruction is not fully fastened, it could come loose, creating a danger of a short circuit, which could cause overheating, smoke or fire. If you replace the battery pack or RTC battery...
... hardware service maintenance for the Toshiba Personal Computer Satellite SATELLITE M30X, referred to as shown below. CAUTION: "Caution" indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in property damage if the safety instruction is not fully fastened, it could come loose, creating a danger of a short circuit, which could cause overheating, smoke or fire. If you replace the battery pack or RTC battery...
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The computer automatically detects the external display. If the external monitor appears to have the same problem as instructed. If an error is functioning properly. Procedure 1: External display check Procedure 2: Diagnostic check Procedure 3: Connector and replacement check Procedure 1 External display check Connect an external display to Procedure 3. Go to the computer's external monitor port, then boot the computer. Satellite M30X Series Maintenance Manual 2-13 2.4 Display Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures This section describes how to determine if the ...
The computer automatically detects the external display. If the external monitor appears to have the same problem as instructed. If an error is functioning properly. Procedure 1: External display check Procedure 2: Diagnostic check Procedure 3: Connector and replacement check Procedure 1 External display check Connect an external display to Procedure 3. Go to the computer's external monitor port, then boot the computer. Satellite M30X Series Maintenance Manual 2-13 2.4 Display Troubleshooting 2 Troubleshooting Procedures This section describes how to determine if the ...
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... automatically detects the external device. 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.6 External USB Devices Troubleshooting To determine if the computer's external USB devices are three in Chapter 4. 2-18 Satellite M30X Series Maintenance Manual Perform Check 1. If the alternative USB device works correctly, the original device may be damaged. Go to Procedure 2. Figure 2-6 outlines the process. If the USB device still does not work, go to have the same problem as instructed. Procedure 2 Replace system board If the error persists, the system...
... automatically detects the external device. 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.6 External USB Devices Troubleshooting To determine if the computer's external USB devices are three in Chapter 4. 2-18 Satellite M30X Series Maintenance Manual Perform Check 1. If the alternative USB device works correctly, the original device may be damaged. Go to Procedure 2. Figure 2-6 outlines the process. If the USB device still does not work, go to have the same problem as instructed. Procedure 2 Replace system board If the error persists, the system...
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transmission are not No faulty. Yes Perform diagnostic check (Procedure 2) IEEE 1394 port and No Was an IEEE 1394 problem detected? refer to Figure 2.1 Yes Perform connection and replacement check (Procedure 3) Replace system board END Figure 2-13 IEEE 1394 troubleshooting process 2-34 Satellite M30X Series Maintenance Manual Continue troubleshooting - 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.14 IEEE 1394 Troubleshooting START 2.14 IEEE 1394 Troubleshooting Perform IEEE 1394 device check (Procedure 1) Is IEEE 1394 transmission ok?
transmission are not No faulty. Yes Perform diagnostic check (Procedure 2) IEEE 1394 port and No Was an IEEE 1394 problem detected? refer to Figure 2.1 Yes Perform connection and replacement check (Procedure 3) Replace system board END Figure 2-13 IEEE 1394 troubleshooting process 2-34 Satellite M30X Series Maintenance Manual Continue troubleshooting - 2 Troubleshooting Procedures 2.14 IEEE 1394 Troubleshooting START 2.14 IEEE 1394 Troubleshooting Perform IEEE 1394 device check (Procedure 1) Is IEEE 1394 transmission ok?
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... CD/DVD-ROM drive. FAN ON/OFF TEST H. MOUSE (PAD) TEST M. LID SWITCH TEST O. SPEAKER AUDIO TEST G. MAIN BATTERY CHARGE TEST I. FDD TEST J. D1 STEPPING TEST 3-2 Satellite M30X Series Maintenance Manual RTC TEST E. And it also asks you if you like if you can setup test loop by "Arrow cursors" and "Space Bar" - CD-ROM TEST K. Tests and Diagnostics 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test Toshiba...
... CD/DVD-ROM drive. FAN ON/OFF TEST H. MOUSE (PAD) TEST M. LID SWITCH TEST O. SPEAKER AUDIO TEST G. MAIN BATTERY CHARGE TEST I. FDD TEST J. D1 STEPPING TEST 3-2 Satellite M30X Series Maintenance Manual RTC TEST E. And it also asks you if you like if you can setup test loop by "Arrow cursors" and "Space Bar" - CD-ROM TEST K. Tests and Diagnostics 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test 3.2 Executing the Diagnostic Test Toshiba...