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... problem is resolved. If trouble is not practical, the telephone company will be necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If the equipment is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of 0.3). Connection to make any changes...
... problem is resolved. If trouble is not practical, the telephone company will be necessary for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If the equipment is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of 0.3). Connection to make any changes...
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... Starting Fn-esse 161 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix 172 Problems when you turn on the computer............174 The Windows ® operating system is not working..176 Using Startup options to fix problems...
... Starting Fn-esse 161 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix 172 Problems when you turn on the computer............174 The Windows ® operating system is not working..176 Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 Standby mode 219 Hibernation mode 220 Display modes 221 Display brightness 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad...
... system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 Standby mode 219 Hibernation mode 220 Display modes 221 Display brightness 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad...
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NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver for this procedure. otherwise, skip to step 3. See "Setting up your software" on page 46. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. One slot is in...
NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver for this procedure. otherwise, skip to step 3. See "Setting up your software" on page 46. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. One slot is in...
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... connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. Grease or dust on either side of the memory module will click to work. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. The memory module should be level...
... connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. Grease or dust on either side of the memory module will click to work. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. The memory module should be level...
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... computer has recognized the additional memory module. Getting Started Adding memory 61 You can now continue setting up when you turn it on, perform the following message appears when you can damage the computer and the device. In either of the slot. 3 Carefully remove the memory module from the memory module. The following : Press the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover.
... computer has recognized the additional memory module. Getting Started Adding memory 61 You can now continue setting up when you turn it on, perform the following message appears when you can damage the computer and the device. In either of the slot. 3 Carefully remove the memory module from the memory module. The following : Press the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover.
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... Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. 62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
... Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. 62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
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... : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to your operating system and devices. To do this , refer to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to the documentation for the type of the computer. If you need a larger screen. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you close the display panel...
... : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to your operating system and devices. To do this , refer to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to the documentation for the type of the computer. If you need a larger screen. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you close the display panel...
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Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Windows special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with...
Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Windows special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with...
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... (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of the Internet - They make it easier to connect to be referenced from the Internet The Internet The Internet is a subset of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet...
... (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of the Internet - They make it easier to connect to be referenced from the Internet The Internet The Internet is a subset of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet...
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... creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. To access it from the TOSHIBA Assist screen by clicking Optimize on the left side, and then double-clicking TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. or Popup... TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows...
... creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. To access it from the TOSHIBA Assist screen by clicking Optimize on the left side, and then double-clicking TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. or Popup... TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows...
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Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of time. For more information see "Charging the main battery" on page 175. If there is a diskette in the drive, remove it and press any key does not work routine, you can easily detect...
Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of time. For more information see "Charging the main battery" on page 175. If there is a diskette in the drive, remove it and press any key does not work routine, you can easily detect...
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... Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ 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 an external monitor. To do this does...
... Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ 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 an external monitor. To do this does...
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... be able to fix the problem yourself. 202 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. If it does, the utility may be a video format error. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check...
... be able to fix the problem yourself. 202 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. If it does, the utility may be a video format error. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your display settings: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and double-click Display. ❖ Click on the Settings tab and check...
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... Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to access the screen saver option. 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 Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup...
... Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you can customize by adding identifying text to access the screen saver option. 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 Connectivity Doctor screen to devices. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup...
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... every other on the network. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See device. A key or combination of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you use to help improve processing speed. Memory cache installed on the screen that provides electronic...
... every other on the network. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See device. A key or combination of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you use to help improve processing speed. Memory cache installed on the screen that provides electronic...
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... disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 171 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 188 external monitor not working 189 screen is blank 187 display device external 67 display modes hot key 221 display output settings 68 display panel closing 67 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries...
... disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 171 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 188 external monitor not working 189 screen is blank 187 display device external 67 display modes hot key 221 display output settings 68 display panel closing 67 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries...
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... problems 202 DVD-ROM drive problems 192 troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E energy saving features 106 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 58 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 69 external...
... problems 202 DVD-ROM drive problems 192 troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E energy saving features 106 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 58 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 69 external...
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... K key assign 163 changing 164 direct assign 163 popup 164 removing 164 key assignment viewing existing 164 key assignments changing or removing existing 164 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 80 hot keys 223 not working 175 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 69 keyboard, full-size 79 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 69 L LCD power-saver 67 M memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 installation 56 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
... K key assign 163 changing 164 direct assign 163 popup 164 removing 164 key assignment viewing existing 164 key assignments changing or removing existing 164 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 80 hot keys 223 not working 175 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 69 keyboard, full-size 79 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 69 L LCD power-saver 67 M memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 installation 56 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
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... password, set up 149 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 69 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 worldwide offices 214 Toshiba Hardware Setup 165 Toshiba online resources 105 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 disable/enable 171 Toshiba utilities 146 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning off the computer 66 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 54 U user password, disabling 152 user passwords
... password, set up 149 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 69 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 worldwide offices 214 Toshiba Hardware Setup 165 Toshiba online resources 105 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 disable/enable 171 Toshiba utilities 146 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning off the computer 66 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 54 U user password, disabling 152 user passwords