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... telephone number of each transmitted page or on this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the...
... telephone number of each transmitted page or on this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the...
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... time 48 Opening the display panel 48 Your computer's features and specifications ....49 Turning on the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Using the TouchPad 59 Scrolling with the TouchPad 60 Control buttons 60 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 60 Using external display devices 60 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 62 Adjusting the quality of the external display......63 Using an external keyboard 63 Using a mouse 63 Connecting a printer 63 Setting up a printer...
... time 48 Opening the display panel 48 Your computer's features and specifications ....49 Turning on the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Using the TouchPad 59 Scrolling with the TouchPad 60 Control buttons 60 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 60 Using external display devices 60 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 62 Adjusting the quality of the external display......63 Using an external keyboard 63 Using a mouse 63 Connecting a printer 63 Setting up a printer...
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... can be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. Slot B is in slot A. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You will...
... can be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. Slot B is in slot A. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You will...
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... "Installing a memory module" on page 58. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and...
... "Installing a memory module" on page 58. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . Removing a memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. You can verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and...
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... remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module...
... remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module...
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... mouse button. To change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger along the right edge of the TouchPad. The function of the TouchPad. Check your program's documentation to the right mouse button ("right-clicking"). It usually corresponds to determine whether it uses the right mouse button. Control buttons When a step instructs you can be disabled or changed in rapid succession. 60 Getting Started Using external display devices Scrolling...
... mouse button. To change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger along the right edge of the TouchPad. The function of the TouchPad. Check your program's documentation to the right mouse button ("right-clicking"). It usually corresponds to determine whether it uses the right mouse button. Control buttons When a step instructs you can be disabled or changed in rapid succession. 60 Getting Started Using external display devices Scrolling...
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... you need a larger screen. Toshiba notebooks with display options. 4 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. 5 Click OK. Connecting to a TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with HDMI-CEC include a Toshiba utility dedicated to take advantage of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to work...
... you need a larger screen. Toshiba notebooks with display options. 4 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. 5 Click OK. Connecting to a TV using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with HDMI-CEC include a Toshiba utility dedicated to take advantage of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to work...
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... not connected to come into contact with USB ports. For normal use of the computer is Disabled. However, some external devices cannot be depleted even when the power of this function. To change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. Do not allow USB ports to the computer, the battery of the computer will be in an operational state. If external devices are two modes, Mode-1 and Mode-2 in Enabled. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup...
... not connected to come into contact with USB ports. For normal use of the computer is Disabled. However, some external devices cannot be depleted even when the power of this function. To change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. Do not allow USB ports to the computer, the battery of the computer will be in an operational state. If external devices are two modes, Mode-1 and Mode-2 in Enabled. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup...
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... ( ). Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to Disabled. Any options that function. When this function in either mode. When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is in Sleep Mode. 142 Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility If the function does not work with the zoom in/out hot keys (see "Zoom (Display resolution)" on page 199). Some external devices may select all USB ports, including compatible ports, even when the computer is Enabled in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB...
... ( ). Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to Disabled. Any options that function. When this function in either mode. When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is in Sleep Mode. 142 Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility If the function does not work with the zoom in/out hot keys (see "Zoom (Display resolution)" on page 199). Some external devices may select all USB ports, including compatible ports, even when the computer is Enabled in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB...
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... with Networking Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. 158 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly...
... with Networking Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. 158 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly...
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... Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® online Help. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is seated properly. 5 Check for the error again. 6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu...
... Device Manager, refer to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® online Help. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is seated properly. 5 Check for the error again. 6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu...
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... Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 165 Display problems Here are using the built-in screen. If 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 is turned on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. To do this...
... Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 165 Display problems Here are using the built-in screen. If 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 is turned on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. To do this...
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... their solutions: The slot appears to work no longer work together, several sections in that machine. Check the ExpressCard® status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the appropriate ExpressCard, which contains information about using ExpressCards. ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using the card under the operating system. Contact the manufacturer...
... their solutions: The slot appears to work no longer work together, several sections in that machine. Check the ExpressCard® status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the appropriate ExpressCard, which contains information about using ExpressCards. ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using the card under the operating system. Contact the manufacturer...
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... while external devices are still functioning. 6 For each additional hardware or software item, repeat these steps, starting at step 1 if any of your critical data has changed, or starting at step 2 if no critical data has changed. This will clean up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for a while, noting any new problems. Make sure...
... while external devices are still functioning. 6 For each additional hardware or software item, repeat these steps, starting at step 1 if any of your critical data has changed, or starting at step 2 if no critical data has changed. This will clean up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for a while, noting any new problems. Make sure...
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... Web. Memory cache installed on the screen that saves to the hard disk the current state of data. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that represents a function, file, or program. A 3.5-inch diskette that you use to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. hot swapping - I icon - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in combination with any device to perform...
... Web. Memory cache installed on the screen that saves to the hard disk the current state of data. A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that represents a function, file, or program. A 3.5-inch diskette that you use to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. hot swapping - I icon - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in combination with any device to perform...
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... 78 battery changing 104 charge indicator light 47, 98 charge not lasting 164 charging 45, 47 conserving power 101 disposal 109 low charge 100 monitoring power 47, 98 not charging 163 216 notification 100 power plan 192 power plan hot key 103 real-time clock (RTC) 95 removing 104 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 124 removing memory media 124 button power 50 start 113 C CD playing an audio 90 CD, using 86 character keys 79 charging the battery 47 checking device...
... 78 battery changing 104 charge indicator light 47, 98 charge not lasting 164 charging 45, 47 conserving power 101 disposal 109 low charge 100 monitoring power 47, 98 not charging 163 216 notification 100 power plan 192 power plan hot key 103 real-time clock (RTC) 95 removing 104 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 124 removing memory media 124 button power 50 start 113 C CD playing an audio 90 CD, using 86 character keys 79 charging the battery 47 checking device...
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... general problems 176 DVD, using 86 E error messages device driver conflict 160 general hardware problem 160 non-system disk or disk error 157 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 166 warning resume failure 156 Error-checking 167 exploring the desktop 111 ExpressCard® checklist 170 computer stops working 171 errors 171 hot swapping fails 171 inserting 122 not recognized 171 problem solving 170 external monitor not working 166 mouse 63 external diskette drive connecting 65 external display, adjusting...
... general problems 176 DVD, using 86 E error messages device driver conflict 160 general hardware problem 160 non-system disk or disk error 157 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 166 warning resume failure 156 Error-checking 167 exploring the desktop 111 ExpressCard® checklist 170 computer stops working 171 errors 171 hot swapping fails 171 inserting 122 not recognized 171 problem solving 170 external monitor not working 166 mouse 63 external diskette drive connecting 65 external display, adjusting...
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... using 120 Help and Support Windows® operating system 160 Hibernation mode 66 configuring 70 starting again from 72 hot key display brightness 196 Hibernation mode 194 keyboard overlays 200 Lock (Instant security) 191 Output (Display switch) 195 power plan 192 Sleep mode 193 volume mute 190 zooming 200 Hot Key Cards 186 Hot key functions 190 hot key power plan 103 http 117 I i.LINK port 125 icon 112 desktop 112 moving to desktop 112 recycle bin 112 safety 37 installation memory module...
... using 120 Help and Support Windows® operating system 160 Hibernation mode 66 configuring 70 starting again from 72 hot key display brightness 196 Hibernation mode 194 keyboard overlays 200 Lock (Instant security) 191 Output (Display switch) 195 power plan 192 Sleep mode 193 volume mute 190 zooming 200 Hot Key Cards 186 Hot key functions 190 hot key power plan 103 http 117 I i.LINK port 125 icon 112 desktop 112 moving to desktop 112 recycle bin 112 safety 37 installation memory module...
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... memory module slot 53 microphone 120 modem connecting to telephone line 115 problem solving 172, 173 monitor 60 connecting 61 not working 165 mouse installing 63 mouse utility 138 N network accessing 115 Connect to the Internet Wizard 115 networking wireless 114 Notification Area 113 O Opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 89 optical discs handling 89 inserting 88 removing 92 optical drive problems 168 troubleshooting 168 using 86 optical media recording 91 other documentation 38 P password deleting a supervisor 134 disabling a user 135 setting a user...
... memory module slot 53 microphone 120 modem connecting to telephone line 115 problem solving 172, 173 monitor 60 connecting 61 not working 165 mouse installing 63 mouse utility 138 N network accessing 115 Connect to the Internet Wizard 115 networking wireless 114 Notification Area 113 O Opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 89 optical discs handling 89 inserting 88 removing 92 optical drive problems 168 troubleshooting 168 using 86 optical media recording 91 other documentation 38 P password deleting a supervisor 134 disabling a user 135 setting a user...
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... error occurs 171 hot swapping fails 171 not recognized 171 slot appears dead 170 external display not working 166 external monitor 165 faulty memory 162 hardware conflict 160 high-pitched noise 169 Internet bookmarked site not found 159 Internet connection is slow 159 keyboard not responding 156 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 167 modem not receiving or transmitting 172, 173 no sound 169 non-system disk or disk error 157 power and batteries...
... error occurs 171 hot swapping fails 171 not recognized 171 slot appears dead 170 external display not working 166 external monitor 165 faulty memory 162 hardware conflict 160 high-pitched noise 169 Internet bookmarked site not found 159 Internet connection is slow 159 keyboard not responding 156 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 167 modem not receiving or transmitting 172, 173 no sound 169 non-system disk or disk error 157 power and batteries...