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... clearly contains in their equipment, operations or procedures. In order to do this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. If Problems Arise If this , it can. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba...
... clearly contains in their equipment, operations or procedures. In order to do this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. If Problems Arise If this , it can. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba...
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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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..., and memory capacity can be upgraded by a Toshiba authorized service provider. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that slot. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. Installing a memory module with your software. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. One slot is on may damage the computer, the module, or both. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on memory options, check...
..., and memory capacity can be upgraded by a Toshiba authorized service provider. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that slot. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. Installing a memory module with your software. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. One slot is on may damage the computer, the module, or both. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on memory options, check...
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... the battery, see "Changing batteries" on either side of the memory module will click to work. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17... one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. The memory module should be level when secured in place. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery.
... the battery, see "Changing batteries" on either side of the memory module will click to work. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17... one memory module installed for the computer to secure the memory module. The memory module should be level when secured in place. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery.
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... and open the memory module slot cover. In either of the slot. 3 Carefully remove the memory module from the memory module. The memory module pops partially out of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. Getting Started Adding memory 61 You can now continue setting up when you turn it on, perform the following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To...
... and open the memory module slot cover. In either of the slot. 3 Carefully remove the memory module from the memory module. The memory module pops partially out of the above cases, the Standby configuration will be saved. Getting Started Adding memory 61 You can now continue setting up when you turn it on, perform the following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To...
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... remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. 62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn...
... remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. 62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn...
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... device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to the RGB (monitor) port on page 150). To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Closing the display panel When you are connecting. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you need a larger screen...
... device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to the RGB (monitor) port on page 150). To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Closing the display panel When you are connecting. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for your computer if you need a larger screen...
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... Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you would using the 10-key keypad on page 216. 80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on...
... Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you would using the 10-key keypad on page 216. 80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on...
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... of interlinked documents (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 its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from anywhere in...
... of interlinked documents (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 its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from anywhere in...
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.... To access it from the TOSHIBA Assist screen by clicking Optimize on the left side, and then double-clicking TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. They are: ❖ General-Allows you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. Then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon. and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings
.... To access it from the TOSHIBA Assist screen by clicking Optimize on the left side, and then double-clicking TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. They are: ❖ General-Allows you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. Then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon. and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings
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... screen does not look right. If you change the system in the Startup menu to continue. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating...
... screen does not look right. If you change the system in the Startup menu to continue. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for long periods of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating...
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... 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 continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you have registered a password, press any key, type...
... 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 continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you have registered a password, press any key, type...
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... 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 the Color Palette. It should be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that vendor's support group for further advice. If you may be set to High Color, change the settings to fix the problem...
... 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 the Color Palette. It should be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that vendor's support group for further advice. If you may be set to High Color, change the settings to fix the problem...
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... network configurations. For more detailed information on the Connectivity Doctor screen to access the screen saver option. Click Options on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. For more information, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on the taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility...
... network configurations. For more detailed information on the Connectivity Doctor screen to access the screen saver option. Click Options on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. For more information, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on the taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility...
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... than main memory. A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the TouchPad. See device. hot swapping - I icon - internal device - Internet - See also World Wide Web. A unit of keys that enables any device to help improve processing speed. L2 (level two) cache - interlaced - See also byte. The decentralized, world-wide network of computers...
... than main memory. A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the TouchPad. See device. hot swapping - I icon - internal device - Internet - See also World Wide Web. A unit of keys that enables any device to help improve processing speed. L2 (level two) cache - interlaced - See also byte. The decentralized, world-wide network of computers...
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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