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... clearly contains in writing, to allow you disconnect the equipment until the problem is necessary. For earlier products, the REN is to provide you with the best service it is causing harm to make changes in advance that you to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of 0.3). If trouble is a REN of service...
... clearly contains in writing, to allow you disconnect the equipment until the problem is necessary. For earlier products, the REN is to provide you with the best service it is causing harm to make changes in advance that you to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that temporary discontinuance of 0.3). If trouble is a REN of service...
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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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... Started Adding memory For more information on may damage the computer, the module, or both. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. otherwise, skip to step 3. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The other memory module slot is under the keyboard and should only be upgraded by a Toshiba authorized service...
... Started Adding memory For more information on may damage the computer, the module, or both. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. otherwise, skip to step 3. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The other memory module slot is under the keyboard and should only be upgraded by a Toshiba authorized service...
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... work. The memory module should be level when secured in place. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on the computer. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed...
... work. The memory module should be level when secured in place. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on the computer. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed...
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... Key To Continue If the computer hangs up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. The following : Press the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If you need to shut down for at least ten seconds, then turn it correctly as described in Standby mode. Do not try to remove a memory module...
... Key To Continue If the computer hangs up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. The following : Press the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If you need to shut down for at least ten seconds, then turn it correctly as described in Standby mode. Do not try to remove a memory module...
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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. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step of "Adding memory" starting on page 55. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click...
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. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step of "Adding memory" starting on page 55. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click...
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..., Hibernate, or Turn Off (see "Setting user passwords" on the left side of the computer. If you close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your operating system and devices. Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Closing the display panel When you are connecting. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor or projector...
..., Hibernate, or Turn Off (see "Setting user passwords" on the left side of the computer. If you close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to your operating system and devices. Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Closing the display panel When you are connecting. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor or projector...
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... mouse button Overlay keys The keys with icons execute specific functions on the front of the keyboard. Sample function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see "Fn-esse®" on page 161, or "Hot Keys" on a desktop computer's keyboard. Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens...
... mouse button Overlay keys The keys with icons execute specific functions on the front of the keyboard. Sample function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see "Fn-esse®" on page 161, or "Hot Keys" on a desktop computer's keyboard. Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens...
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... World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to share information. They all 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 a particular network address and send and receive information.
... World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to share information. They all 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 a particular network address and send and receive information.
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... TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. or Popup... Then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. 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. 165 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ To change the key...
... TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. or Popup... Then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. 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. 165 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ To change the key...
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... you change the system in the Startup menu to restart the computer. Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." If pressing any of time. 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...
... you change the system in the Startup menu to restart the computer. Make sure there is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." If pressing any of time. 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...
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... 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for an external monitor. The screen reactivates and allows you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. HINT: Holding...
... 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for an external monitor. The screen reactivates and allows you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. HINT: Holding...
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..., there will be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that vendor's support group for further advice. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you may be able to get 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...
..., there will be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that vendor's support group for further advice. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you may be able to get 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...
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... ConfigFree icon. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. 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 page 236. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to devices. For more...
... ConfigFree icon. Starting ConfigFree To start and setup ConfigFree. 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 page 236. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with your system) to devices. For more...
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... two) cache - See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. internal device - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. kilobyte (KB) - It is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. K keyboard shortcut - 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 pixels is slower...
... two) cache - See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. internal device - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. kilobyte (KB) - It is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. K keyboard shortcut - 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 pixels is slower...
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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