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.../or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA...
.../or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA...
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... Creating a computer-friendly environment........46 Keeping yourself comfortable 47 Precautions 50 Setting up your computer 52 Setting up your software 52 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........53 Adding external devices 54 Connecting the AC adapter 55 Charging the main battery 57 Using the computer for the first time 58 Opening the display panel 58 Turning on the power 59 Using the TouchPad 60 Control buttons 61 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 61 Installing additional memory (optional 62 Removing a memory module...
... Creating a computer-friendly environment........46 Keeping yourself comfortable 47 Precautions 50 Setting up your computer 52 Setting up your software 52 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........53 Adding external devices 54 Connecting the AC adapter 55 Charging the main battery 57 Using the computer for the first time 58 Opening the display panel 58 Turning on the power 59 Using the TouchPad 60 Control buttons 61 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 61 Installing additional memory (optional 62 Removing a memory module...
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... video features 160 Changing the display properties setting 160 Display settings hot key 161 Exploring audio features 161 Recording sounds 161 Using a microphone 162 Adjusting recording settings 163 Using external speakers or headphones..........163 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse.........164 Using PC Cards 164 PC Card supporting software 164 Inserting PC Cards 165 Removing PC Cards 166 Hot swapping 166 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 168 Problems when you turn on the computer............171 The Windows® operating system is not working ..172 Using Startup options...
... video features 160 Changing the display properties setting 160 Display settings hot key 161 Exploring audio features 161 Recording sounds 161 Using a microphone 162 Adjusting recording settings 163 Using external speakers or headphones..........163 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse.........164 Using PC Cards 164 PC Card supporting software 164 Inserting PC Cards 165 Removing PC Cards 166 Hot swapping 166 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 168 Problems when you turn on the computer............171 The Windows® operating system is not working ..172 Using Startup options...
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... you need further assistance 193 Before you call 193 Contacting Toshiba 194 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 195 Appendix A: Hot Keys 199 Instant password security 199 Without a password 199 With a password 199 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 200 Sound 201 Power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 Hibernation mode 203 Display modes 204 Display modes 204 Enabling a wireless device 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 205 Keyboard hot keys 205 Appendix B: Power Cable...
... you need further assistance 193 Before you call 193 Contacting Toshiba 194 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 195 Appendix A: Hot Keys 199 Instant password security 199 Without a password 199 With a password 199 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 200 Sound 201 Power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 Hibernation mode 203 Display modes 204 Display modes 204 Enabling a wireless device 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 205 Keyboard hot keys 205 Appendix B: Power Cable...
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.... The parallel port lets you connect an external monitor. The USB standard allows hot swapping of up to 480 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. For more information, see "Connecting the modem to a Local Area Ether Ether Network (LAN) using a standard Ethernet® network cable. USB peripherals have a single standard for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The LAN port (RJ-45 jack) provides access to...
.... The parallel port lets you connect an external monitor. The USB standard allows hot swapping of up to 480 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. For more information, see "Connecting the modem to a Local Area Ether Ether Network (LAN) using a standard Ethernet® network cable. USB peripherals have a single standard for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The LAN port (RJ-45 jack) provides access to...
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... by or Hibernation mode, data will become hot. 62 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 9 Close the Control Panel window. There are two memory slots. NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can be sure to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you use the computer for other product information, be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see "Hot Keys" on the most...
... by or Hibernation mode, data will become hot. 62 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 9 Close the Control Panel window. There are two memory slots. NOTE The Fn + F9 shortcut can be sure to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing additional memory (optional) Before you use the computer for other product information, be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see "Hot Keys" on the most...
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... later. To avoid damaging the memory module, be level when secured in a safe place so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket. 8 Gently put the memory module connector down at an angle and press down until the clips snap into position. 64 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Removing the memory slot cover 5 Put the screws and the...
... later. To avoid damaging the memory module, be level when secured in a safe place so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket. 8 Gently put the memory module connector down at an angle and press down until the clips snap into position. 64 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Removing the memory slot cover 5 Put the screws and the...
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... 10 through 6 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 62. Removing the memory module 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the computer's built-in pointing device. Connecting a mouse You may want to pull it out of the USB ports. 66 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 12 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 62. 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up.
... 10 through 6 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 62. Removing the memory module 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the computer's built-in pointing device. Connecting a mouse You may want to pull it out of the USB ports. 66 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 12 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 62. 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up.
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...: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. If this is not the case, then you plan to set up a printer," below. 68 Getting Started Setting up a printer 1 Plug the USB connector into one of the USB ports on , it may damage the printer, the computer, or both. 1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer's parallel port. Using the...
...: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. If this is not the case, then you plan to set up a printer," below. 68 Getting Started Setting up a printer 1 Plug the USB connector into one of the USB ports on , it may damage the printer, the computer, or both. 1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer's parallel port. Using the...
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... over an area of the keyboard. For more information, see your program documentation. the number and symbol keys are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to be confused with icons run programmed functions when you press the Caps Lock key. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press them...
... over an area of the keyboard. For more information, see your program documentation. the number and symbol keys are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to be confused with icons run programmed functions when you press the Caps Lock key. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press them...
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... supports Type II PC Cards. You can connect an external USB-compatible keyboard and a USB-compatible mouse to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. Other cards may work with the PC Card to be much more information about connecting a mouse, see "Connecting a mouse" on ) possible. The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your computer's capabilities and usefulness. Most PC Cards conform to the RGB (monitor) port. Check the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards...
... supports Type II PC Cards. You can connect an external USB-compatible keyboard and a USB-compatible mouse to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. Other cards may work with the PC Card to be much more information about connecting a mouse, see "Connecting a mouse" on ) possible. The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your computer's capabilities and usefulness. Most PC Cards conform to the RGB (monitor) port. Check the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards...
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... is not working correctly. The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you are familiar with Networking) 172 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The Windows® operating system is not working Once you change your computer starts. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or...
... is not working correctly. The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you are familiar with Networking) 172 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The Windows® operating system is not working Once you change your computer starts. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or...
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... set for an external monitor. If you have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. The screen reactivates and allows you are using is not remapping the keyboard. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the program does not assign different meanings to any key to activate the screen. If it . Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned...
... set for an external monitor. If you have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. The screen reactivates and allows you are using is not remapping the keyboard. If you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the program does not assign different meanings to any key to activate the screen. If it . Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned...
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... hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 78. 205 Hot Keys Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. F12 Fn + off . The wireless mode is: Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad...
... hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 78. 205 Hot Keys Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. F12 Fn + off . The wireless mode is: Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad...
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211 Using ConfigFree™ with infrared) devices that are also displayed. Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network. Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes.
211 Using ConfigFree™ with infrared) devices that are also displayed. Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are connected to refresh the screen. However, you can also use the Refresh button to the network. Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes.
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... windows 129 hot key display modes 204 display settings 161 power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 wireless mode 205 hot keys display modes 204 instant password 199 keyboard functions 205 sound 201 hot swapping 164 precautions 166 Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) 157 I icon 118 desktop 119 moving to desktop 119 naming 126 safety 33 indicator panel keyboard 43 infrared port 39 inserting CDs and DVDs 87 PC Cards 165 installing main battery 111 interference statement 13 Internal/External mode 183 Internet...
... windows 129 hot key display modes 204 display settings 161 power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 wireless mode 205 hot keys display modes 204 instant password 199 keyboard functions 205 sound 201 hot swapping 164 precautions 166 Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) 157 I icon 118 desktop 119 moving to desktop 119 naming 126 safety 33 indicator panel keyboard 43 infrared port 39 inserting CDs and DVDs 87 PC Cards 165 installing main battery 111 interference statement 13 Internal/External mode 183 Internet...
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... control mode 44 disk activity 43 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive 43 hard disk drive 43, 59 numeric mode 44 on/off 42 lock slot 39 M main battery changing 111 removing 111 memory problem solving 178 removing 66 removing expansion slot cover 63 memory cards SD 39 memory module inserting 64 removing 66 microphone jack 40 Microsoft Internet Explorer 92 Microsoft Windows XP 117 minimizing 129 modem determining COM port 153 port 38, 92 problem solving 191 resetting port to default settings 153 upgrading 153 modem, using 92 monitor connecting 152, 164 not working...
... control mode 44 disk activity 43 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive 43 hard disk drive 43, 59 numeric mode 44 on/off 42 lock slot 39 M main battery changing 111 removing 111 memory problem solving 178 removing 66 removing expansion slot cover 63 memory cards SD 39 memory module inserting 64 removing 66 microphone jack 40 Microsoft Internet Explorer 92 Microsoft Windows XP 117 minimizing 129 modem determining COM port 153 port 38, 92 problem solving 191 resetting port to default settings 153 upgrading 153 modem, using 92 monitor connecting 152, 164 not working...
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... charging 179 can't access disc 185 changing display properties 182 checking device properties 177 compact discs not running correctly 185 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 188 computer will not power up 171 contacting Toshiba 193, 194 corrupted/damaged data files 184 Device Manager 176 disabling a device 177 disk drive is slow 184 display is blank 181 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive drive tray doesn't eject 185 external display not working 183 external keyboard not working 181 external monitor...
... charging 179 can't access disc 185 changing display properties 182 checking device properties 177 compact discs not running correctly 185 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 188 computer will not power up 171 contacting Toshiba 193, 194 corrupted/damaged data files 184 Device Manager 176 disabling a device 177 disk drive is slow 184 display is blank 181 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive drive tray doesn't eject 185 external display not working 183 external keyboard not working 181 external monitor...
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... 184 screen does not look right/flickers 182 system resources 175 Touchpad not responding 171 trouble prevention 191 URL address not found 173 using Startup options 172 warning resume failure 171 Windows XP not working 172 programs closing 132 not running correctly 184 starting 80 Web browsers 157 properties 136 R recharging main battery 105 RTC battery 106 recording adjusting quality 163 sounds 161 Recovery media...
... 184 screen does not look right/flickers 182 system resources 175 Touchpad not responding 171 trouble prevention 191 URL address not found 173 using Startup options 172 warning resume failure 171 Windows XP not working 172 programs closing 132 not running correctly 184 starting 80 Web browsers 157 properties 136 R recharging main battery 105 RTC battery 106 recording adjusting quality 163 sounds 161 Recovery media...
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... mode hot key 202 Standby 93, 96 low battery 109 mode 42 restarting 102 using 100 Start button 119 starting a program 80 starting up the computer from Standby 102 Startup menu problem solving 172 support for Windows 119 S-video 38 system indicator panel 42 System Restore 140 System Tools 140 system tray 120 T taskbar 119, 129 customizing 146 telephone line connecting the modem 92 text file 124 toolbars displaying in a window 151 Toshiba...
... mode hot key 202 Standby 93, 96 low battery 109 mode 42 restarting 102 using 100 Start button 119 starting a program 80 starting up the computer from Standby 102 Startup menu problem solving 172 support for Windows 119 S-video 38 system indicator panel 42 System Restore 140 System Tools 140 system tray 120 T taskbar 119, 129 customizing 146 telephone line connecting the modem 92 text file 124 toolbars displaying in a window 151 Toshiba...