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... it is resolved. If trouble is subject to send any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If Problems Arise If this change. In order to do this equipment, for information. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 0.3). Connection to party line service is experienced with the best service it may be necessary...
... it is resolved. If trouble is subject to send any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If Problems Arise If this change. In order to do this equipment, for information. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 0.3). Connection to party line service is experienced with the best service it may be necessary...
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... Turning on the power 54 Adding memory (optional 55 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 61 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 63 Control buttons 64 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 64 Turning off the computer 65 Closing the display panel 66 Using external display devices 66 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 67 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Using an external keyboard 68 Using a mouse 69 Connecting a local printer 69 Connecting a USB printer 69 Connecting a parallel printer 70 Setting up...
... Turning on the power 54 Adding memory (optional 55 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 61 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 63 Control buttons 64 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 64 Turning off the computer 65 Closing the display panel 66 Using external display devices 66 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 67 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Using an external keyboard 68 Using a mouse 69 Connecting a local printer 69 Connecting a USB printer 69 Connecting a parallel printer 70 Setting up...
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... computer using the Start menu. Slot A and Slot B. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 If the computer is on page 116. 5 Close the display panel and turn off (or Shut Down - 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the system) The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover...
... computer using the Start menu. Slot A and Slot B. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 If the computer is on page 116. 5 Close the display panel and turn off (or Shut Down - 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the system) The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover...
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60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Gently press down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into place. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main...
60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Gently press down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into place. You can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. When the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main...
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... , perform the following message appears when you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Standby or Hibernation mode. The memory module pops up when you turn it on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover.
... , perform the following message appears when you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Standby or Hibernation mode. The memory module pops up when you turn it on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover.
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... memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 13 of "Installing a memory module" on page 55. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Sample removing...
... memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 13 of "Installing a memory module" on page 55. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Sample removing...
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For more information, see "Setting user passwords" on page 96. Doing so may damage the media in use . Closing the display panel When you can also connect an external display device to a domain server instead. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. Never turn off the computer while any drive is still on. ❖ If you have the audible warning set , the computer will beep...
For more information, see "Setting user passwords" on page 96. Doing so may damage the media in use . Closing the display panel When you can also connect an external display device to a domain server instead. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. Never turn off the computer while any drive is still on. ❖ If you have the audible warning set , the computer will beep...
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... F1. Prohibits unauthorized users from starting or restarting the computer. ❖ A supervisor password - 154 Toshiba Utilities Setting user passwords Setting user passwords Setting a password leaves your computer secure so that nobody can access your system with a single keystroke. Prevents unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as Toshiba Hardware Setup. Using an instant password An instant password secures your files. This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. An instant password has no effect on...
... F1. Prohibits unauthorized users from starting or restarting the computer. ❖ A supervisor password - 154 Toshiba Utilities Setting user passwords Setting user passwords Setting a password leaves your computer secure so that nobody can access your system with a single keystroke. Prevents unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as Toshiba Hardware Setup. Using an instant password An instant password secures your files. This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. An instant password has no effect on...
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Hotkey utility The Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option. 3 Click OK. To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Assist, click the Mouse icon. To activate: 1 From the TOSHIBA Assist screen, click Optimize, and then click the Hotkey Utility option. You can also click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. 160 Toshiba Utilities Mouse utility Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you use the Hotkey combination...
Hotkey utility The Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option. 3 Click OK. To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Assist, click the Mouse icon. To activate: 1 From the TOSHIBA Assist screen, click Optimize, and then click the Hotkey Utility option. You can also click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. 160 Toshiba Utilities Mouse utility Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you use the Hotkey combination...
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... computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. If there is a diskette in Standby mode for several hours. For more information see "Changing the main battery" on page 171. 172 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working If you are...
... computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. If there is a diskette in Standby mode for several hours. For more information see "Changing the main battery" on page 171. 172 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working If you are...
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... 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 registered, press any key to its previous setting. Press any key. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If no password...
... 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 registered, press any key to its previous setting. Press any key. You may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If no password...
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..., there may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 4 Ensure that the Display properties are using an external DVD-ROM or multi-function drive, make sure the drive's cable is properly connected to 16-bit color and click OK. 5 Clean the disc and try again. To verify your drive to an authorized service provider to fix the problem yourself. 1 If using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other...
..., there may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 4 Ensure that the Display properties are using an external DVD-ROM or multi-function drive, make sure the drive's cable is properly connected to 16-bit color and click OK. 5 Clean the disc and try again. To verify your drive to an authorized service provider to fix the problem yourself. 1 If using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other...
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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 the taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to access the screen saver option. on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. For...
...; Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to access the screen saver option. on the Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. For...
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... keys that enables any other on the network. See also byte. LAN (local area network) - A 3.5-inch diskette that you use to help improve processing speed. I icon - A small image displayed on the motherboard to perform a task instead of data. internal device - A key or combination of keys that holds 1.44 MB of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of data equal to create a complete screen...
... keys that enables any other on the network. See also byte. LAN (local area network) - A 3.5-inch diskette that you use to help improve processing speed. I icon - A small image displayed on the motherboard to perform a task instead of data. internal device - A key or combination of keys that holds 1.44 MB of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of data equal to create a complete screen...
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... audio .wav files 137 audio features 134 Auto-Run 136 B backing up files 77 battery changing 116 charge indicator light 109 charge not lasting 181 charging 51 conserving power 113 disposal 121 low charge 112 monitoring power 109 not charging 180 power usage hot key 115 power usage mode 215 real-time clock (RTC) 106 removing 116 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 54 start 125 C CD creating 136 playing an audio 134 playing using Auto-Run 136 CD/DVD button functionality...
... audio .wav files 137 audio features 134 Auto-Run 136 B backing up files 77 battery changing 116 charge indicator light 109 charge not lasting 181 charging 51 conserving power 113 disposal 121 low charge 112 monitoring power 109 not charging 180 power usage hot key 115 power usage mode 215 real-time clock (RTC) 106 removing 116 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 54 start 125 C CD creating 136 playing an audio 134 playing using Auto-Run 136 CD/DVD button functionality...
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... disk or disk error message 172 not accessing disk drives 171 running on battery power 104 setting up 45, 56 turning off 65 warning resume failure message 171 computing tips 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...
... disk or disk error message 172 not accessing disk drives 171 running on battery power 104 setting up 45, 56 turning off 65 warning resume failure message 171 computing tips 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...
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... Index problems 188 troubleshooting 188 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 188 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 LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 57 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 185 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 68 external...
... Index problems 188 troubleshooting 188 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 188 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 LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 57 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 185 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 68 external...
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... changing 151 direct assign 150 popup 151 removing 151 key assignment viewing existing 151 key assignments changing or removing existing 151 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 79 hot keys 219 not working 171 overlay keys 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...
... changing 151 direct assign 150 popup 151 removing 151 key assignment viewing existing 151 key assignments changing or removing existing 151 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 79 hot keys 219 not working 171 overlay keys 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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... COM port 127 problem solving 194 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 66 connecting 67 not working 183 mouse installing 69 serial 69 N network accessing 128 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 128 networking wireless 128 O opening the display panel 52 other documentation 39 overlay keys 80 P password deleting a supervisor 157 disabling a user 155 supervisor set up 156 passwords instant, using 154 setting user 154 PC Card checklist 190 CIS (Card Information Structure) 190 computer stops working 191 configuring 141 errors 192 hot swapping 94 hot...
... COM port 127 problem solving 194 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 66 connecting 67 not working 183 mouse installing 69 serial 69 N network accessing 128 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 128 networking wireless 128 O opening the display panel 52 other documentation 39 overlay keys 80 P password deleting a supervisor 157 disabling a user 155 supervisor set up 156 passwords instant, using 154 setting user 154 PC Card checklist 190 CIS (Card Information Structure) 190 computer stops working 191 configuring 141 errors 192 hot swapping 94 hot...
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... 103 Startup menu problem solving 173 stored data protection 2 supervisor password, deleting 157 supervisor password, set up 156 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 68 Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 registering computer 47 worldwide offices 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...
... 103 Startup menu problem solving 173 stored data protection 2 supervisor password, deleting 157 supervisor password, set up 156 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 68 Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 registering computer 47 worldwide offices 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...