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... necessary for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If trouble is experienced with the best service it can. If Problems Arise If this change. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to make any message unless such message clearly contains in their equipment, operations or procedures. Telephone Company Procedures...
... necessary for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If trouble is experienced with the best service it can. If Problems Arise If this change. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to make any message unless such message clearly contains in their equipment, operations or procedures. Telephone Company Procedures...
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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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... came with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If the computer is under the keyboard and should only be upgraded by a Toshiba authorized service provider. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. One slot is on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu.
... came with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If the computer is under the keyboard and should only be upgraded by a Toshiba authorized service provider. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. One slot is on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu.
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... computer. 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on either side of the memory module will click to work. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the memory module connector until...
... computer. 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. 60 Getting Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on either side of the memory module will click to work. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on the memory module connector until...
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... Standby configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-7 in "Installing a memory module" on page 56 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. The following : Press the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on and data in Standby mode. If you turn...
... Standby configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-7 in "Installing a memory module" on page 56 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. The following : Press the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on and data in Standby mode. If you turn...
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... 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. 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 the...
... 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. 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 the...
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..., or Turn Off (see "Setting user passwords" on , these actions will occur: ❖ If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD panel will beep to your computer if you close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. If you need a larger screen. Using external display devices Your...
..., or Turn Off (see "Setting user passwords" on , these actions will occur: ❖ If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD panel will beep to your computer if you close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your operating system and devices. If you need a larger screen. Using external display devices Your...
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... numeric and cursor overlay. 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 icons execute specific functions on the computer. 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.
... numeric and cursor overlay. 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 icons execute specific functions on the computer. 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.
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... (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to share information. Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to 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...
... (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to share information. Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to 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...
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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 To access it from the TOSHIBA Assist screen by clicking Optimize on the left side, and then double-clicking TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. Then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon. TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management...
... 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 To access it from the TOSHIBA Assist screen by clicking Optimize on the left side, and then double-clicking TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. Then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon. TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management...
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... as installing a new program or adding a device. If pressing any key does not work routine, you can easily detect if the operating system is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." For more information see "Charging the main battery" on page 175. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen...
... as installing a new program or adding a device. If pressing any key does not work routine, you can easily detect if the operating system is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." For more information see "Charging the main battery" on page 175. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen...
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... 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. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. To do this does not correct the problem...
... 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. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. To do this does not correct the problem...
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... 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. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you must use the adapter's management utility. For general problems playing a DVD title, try again. If the documentation that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check...
... 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. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you must use the adapter's management utility. For general problems playing a DVD title, try again. If the documentation that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check...
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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 page 236. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT-The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to access the screen saver option. 226 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. Click Options on page 239. For more detailed information on setting up and using...
...; 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 access the screen saver option. 226 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. Click Options on page 239. For more detailed information on setting up and using...
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.... A group of computers or other line of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping - See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - See also byte. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in combination with any device to 1024 bytes. The ability to create a complete screen image. internal device - Internet - K keyboard shortcut - 258 Glossary high-density diskette - Compare...
.... A group of computers or other line of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping - See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - See also byte. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in combination with any device to 1024 bytes. The ability to create a complete screen image. internal device - Internet - K keyboard shortcut - 258 Glossary high-density diskette - Compare...
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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