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... Profiles 159 Quickly creating a new power mode 159 Customizing a power mode 159 Mouse utility 160 Hotkey utility 160 TOSHIBA HW Setup 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 162 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility 163 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 166 Disabling or enabling TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 167 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 168 Problems that are easy to fix...
... Profiles 159 Quickly creating a new power mode 159 Customizing a power mode 159 Mouse utility 160 Hotkey utility 160 TOSHIBA HW Setup 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 162 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility 163 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 166 Disabling or enabling TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 167 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 168 Problems that are easy to fix...
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... on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound system problems 189 PC Card problems 189 Printer problems 193 Modem problems 194 Wireless networking problems 195 DVD operating problems 198 Develop good computing habits 201...
... on your own .....176 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound system problems 189 PC Card problems 189 Printer problems 193 Modem problems 194 Wireless networking problems 195 DVD operating problems 198 Develop good computing habits 201...
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... does not, continue with the next step. 4 Close the remaining programs one by selecting the program name, then End Task. 169 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are connected to a domain server: 1 Click Start, Shut down. The computer shuts down list. 3 Click OK. If you are easy to continue ...window appears. 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down completely. If you are not connected to close the window and continue working . To power off your computer, do one by one of the message and consult the software manufacturer. If it happens again, record the details of the ...
... does not, continue with the next step. 4 Close the remaining programs one by selecting the program name, then End Task. 169 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are connected to a domain server: 1 Click Start, Shut down. The computer shuts down list. 3 Click OK. If you are easy to continue ...window appears. 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down completely. If you are not connected to close the window and continue working . To power off your computer, do one by one of the message and consult the software manufacturer. If it happens again, record the details of the ...
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...the error can be reproduced. 6 Save the file and refer to a live external power source. Make sure you turn on /off indicator. 170 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you attached the AC adapter and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. The Details button displays information that the...when you are using the AC adapter, check that the computer is on the power. If you contact the software manufacturer. If you turn on . Problems when you turn on by looking at the AC power light. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is connected to it when ...
...the error can be reproduced. 6 Save the file and refer to a live external power source. Make sure you turn on /off indicator. 170 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you attached the AC adapter and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. The Details button displays information that the...when you are using the AC adapter, check that the computer is on the power. If you contact the software manufacturer. If you turn on . Problems when you turn on by looking at the AC power light. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is connected to it when ...
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... you have a software or resource conflict. The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message. Data stored in Standby mode and have a hard disk problem, you press a key nothing happens. If your battery fully discharges, information that has not been saved will be lost . Your computer can type... disk or the optional external diskette drive. 171 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer The computer starts but it will not solve a resource conflict. When this happens turning the power on returns you are using Standby. Clearing the condition may not be ...
... you have a software or resource conflict. The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message. Data stored in Standby mode and have a hard disk problem, you press a key nothing happens. If your battery fully discharges, information that has not been saved will be lost . Your computer can type... disk or the optional external diskette drive. 171 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer The computer starts but it will not solve a resource conflict. When this happens turning the power on returns you are using Standby. Clearing the condition may not be ...
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.... ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in Standby mode for several hours. If pressing any key does not work routine, you can easily detect...the operating system is not working correctly. on page 116. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are running on battery power, it and press any key to continue. 172 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working If you are ...
.... ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in Standby mode for several hours. If pressing any key does not work routine, you can easily detect...the operating system is not working correctly. on page 116. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are running on battery power, it and press any key to continue. 172 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working If you are ...
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... off computer. 2 Click Turn Off. A Troubleshooting button is seated properly. They may cause errors that seem to another. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about Device Manager, refer to... the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which provides an array of tabs. It is worthwhile checking for that appear in "Installing...
... off computer. 2 Click Turn Off. A Troubleshooting button is seated properly. They may cause errors that seem to another. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about Device Manager, refer to... the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which provides an array of tabs. It is worthwhile checking for that appear in "Installing...
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... and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Make sure the AC adapter and power cord/cable are interrelated. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the error again. Power problems are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer. Here are some... typical problems and how to work correctly, but the battery will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. If the AC power light still does not come on...
... and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Make sure the AC adapter and power cord/cable are interrelated. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the error again. Power problems are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer. Here are some... typical problems and how to work correctly, but the battery will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. If the AC power light still does not come on...
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... make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maximizing battery power see "Charging batteries" on the most recent software and hardware options for your ...computer, and for other product information. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off computer, and Restart...
... make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maximizing battery power see "Charging batteries" on the most recent software and hardware options for your ...computer, and for other product information. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off computer, and Restart...
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...once). 183 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor ...priority is not set for the built-in screen. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If no ...
...once). 183 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor ...priority is not set for the built-in screen. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If no ...
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... the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as sector errors. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to access the disk or as an inability to be able to ... does not work in them. Make sure you turn on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn on your PC. Sometimes a disk problem may not be missing. Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you may cause one or more...
... the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as sector errors. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to access the disk or as an inability to be able to ... does not work in them. Make sure you turn on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn on your PC. Sometimes a disk problem may not be missing. Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you may cause one or more...
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...eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. The DVD-ROM drive eject mechanism requires power to the computer. Any dirt or foreign object can break off inside the computer and damage it ...with the laser beam. Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on the face of the DVD-ROM tray. This button is completely discharged), use... eject button. 188 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the tray. Make sure the tray is not accessing the drive ...
...eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. The DVD-ROM drive eject mechanism requires power to the computer. Any dirt or foreign object can break off inside the computer and damage it ...with the laser beam. Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on the face of the DVD-ROM tray. This button is completely discharged), use... eject button. 188 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the tray. Make sure the tray is not accessing the drive ...
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... Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Run the printer's self-test to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on page 71 or in your original file. The printer will print.... This mode lets you see your program has a print preview mode. Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Try printing another file. If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may...
... Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Run the printer's self-test to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on page 71 or in your original file. The printer will print.... This mode lets you see your program has a print preview mode. Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Try printing another file. If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem may...
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... 76 connecting to a power source 48 connection set up 128 control buttons 64 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 79 D desktop creating new icon 124 major features 124 desktop exploration 123 desktop icons 124 Device Manager 177 checking properties 178 disabling a device 178 devices keyboard 68 mouse 69 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch... closing 66 display, external adjusting 68 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 121 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 176 double-click 64 DVD player general problems 198 DVD-ROM drive
... 76 connecting to a power source 48 connection set up 128 control buttons 64 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 79 D desktop creating new icon 124 major features 124 desktop exploration 123 desktop icons 124 Device Manager 177 checking properties 178 disabling a device 178 devices keyboard 68 mouse 69 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch... closing 66 display, external adjusting 68 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 121 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 176 double-click 64 DVD player general problems 198 DVD-ROM drive
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... E environment computer-friendly 41 error messages device driver conflict 175 general hardware problem 175 non-system disk or disk error 172, 187 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 184 program has performed an illegal operation 169 warning resume failure 171 Error-checking 186 Ethernet ... from 101 hot key display brightness 217 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 instant password security 213 keyboard 219 keyboard overlays 219 password security 213 power usage mode 215 Standby mode 215 volume mute 212 hot key...
... E environment computer-friendly 41 error messages device driver conflict 175 general hardware problem 175 non-system disk or disk error 172, 187 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 184 program has performed an illegal operation 169 warning resume failure 171 Error-checking 186 Ethernet ... from 101 hot key display brightness 217 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 instant password security 213 keyboard 219 keyboard overlays 219 password security 213 power usage mode 215 Standby mode 215 volume mute 212 hot key...
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... 80 troubleshooting 182 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, full-size 78 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 68 L LCD power-saver 66 M main battery removing 116 memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 179 removing expansion slot cover 57 memory module inserting 59 installation 55 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
... 80 troubleshooting 182 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, full-size 78 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 68 L LCD power-saver 66 M main battery removing 116 memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 179 removing expansion slot cover 57 memory module inserting 59 installation 55 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
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... port COM 127 Ethernet LAN 129 RGB 66 power computer will not start 170 energy-saving features 104 problem solving 180 turning on 54 universal power supply 220 power button 54 power mode creating new 159 customizing 159 power source 48 power usage mode hot key 115 power usage modes 114 powering down using Standby 101 precautions 42 primary...
... port COM 127 Ethernet LAN 129 RGB 66 power computer will not start 170 energy-saving features 104 problem solving 180 turning on 54 universal power supply 220 power button 54 power mode creating new 159 customizing 159 power source 48 power usage mode hot key 115 power usage modes 114 powering down using Standby 101 precautions 42 primary...
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...problem solving AC power 180 accessing disk drives 171 battery charge does not last 181 battery not charging 180 cannot insert diskette in drive 187 cannot read a diskette 187 changing display properties 184 checking device properties 178 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 191 computer will not power up 170 contacting Toshiba... error 172, 187 PC Card 189 checklist 190 error occurs 192 hot swapping fails 192 not recognized 192 slot appears dead 191 power and batteries 180 printer 193 program not responding 168 program not working properly 187 screen does not look right/ flickers 184 Startup ...
...problem solving AC power 180 accessing disk drives 171 battery charge does not last 181 battery not charging 180 cannot insert diskette in drive 187 cannot read a diskette 187 changing display properties 184 checking device properties 178 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 191 computer will not power up 170 contacting Toshiba... error 172, 187 PC Card 189 checklist 190 error occurs 192 hot swapping fails 192 not recognized 192 slot appears dead 191 power and batteries 180 printer 193 program not responding 168 program not working properly 187 screen does not look right/ flickers 184 Startup ...
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... 210 Toshiba Hardware Setup 161 Toshiba online resources 103 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 163 disable/enable 167 Toshiba utilities 147 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 DVD-ROM drive 188 external keyboard 182 keyboard 182 keypad overlay 182 turning off the computer 65 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 54
... 210 Toshiba Hardware Setup 161 Toshiba online resources 103 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 163 disable/enable 167 Toshiba utilities 147 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 DVD-ROM drive 188 external keyboard 182 keyboard 182 keypad overlay 182 turning off the computer 65 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 54
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U user password, disabling 155 user passwords setting 154 using a file extension 86 utilities Toshiba Power Saver Utility 157 V video projector adjusting display 68 W warranty limited warranty 40 Web sites 209 Toshiba 210 Wi-Fi wireless networking 128 Windows Explorer 82 Windows Media Player 134 Windows Start menu 82 Windows XP Help and Support 174 problem solving 172 Windows XP Professional desktop 123 wireless interoperability 7 wireless networking 128 Wizards Dial-Up Networking Wizard 128 267 Index
U user password, disabling 155 user passwords setting 154 using a file extension 86 utilities Toshiba Power Saver Utility 157 V video projector adjusting display 68 W warranty limited warranty 40 Web sites 209 Toshiba 210 Wi-Fi wireless networking 128 Windows Explorer 82 Windows Media Player 134 Windows Start menu 82 Windows XP Help and Support 174 problem solving 172 Windows XP Professional desktop 123 wireless interoperability 7 wireless networking 128 Wizards Dial-Up Networking Wizard 128 267 Index
