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... media drive(s) and associated software, among the most advanced data storage technologies available. If you fail to do so, this product will expose you purchased may lose data or suffer other reproductive harm. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY. Model: Satellite Pro® L300 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software...
... media drive(s) and associated software, among the most advanced data storage technologies available. If you fail to do so, this product will expose you purchased may lose data or suffer other reproductive harm. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY. Model: Satellite Pro® L300 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software...
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... with the best service it is resolved. Also, you will be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this equipment, for information. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center within the ... it can. If Problems Arise If this computer. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of this , it is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company ...
... with the best service it is resolved. Also, you will be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this equipment, for information. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center within the ... it can. If Problems Arise If this computer. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of this , it is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company ...
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...52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 60 Creating Recovery DVDs 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 66 Installing drivers and applications 67 Using the TouchPad 67 Scrolling with the TouchPad 68 Control buttons 68 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 68 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......70 Using an external keyboard 70 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up...
...52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 60 Creating Recovery DVDs 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 66 Installing drivers and applications 67 Using the TouchPad 67 Scrolling with the TouchPad 68 Control buttons 68 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 68 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......70 Using an external keyboard 70 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up...
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... mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the top slot. NOTE For this procedure. If only one or two memory modules. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in good condition. You will be lost. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install...
... mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is the top slot. NOTE For this procedure. If only one or two memory modules. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in good condition. You will be lost. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install...
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... connector on the memory module or on page 57. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by performing steps...
... connector on the memory module or on page 57. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by performing steps...
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... at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart...
... at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it correctly as described in "Checking total memory" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart...
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... recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. otherwise, click Cancel. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page...
... recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 117. 6 Turn the computer right side up squarely with the socket latches. otherwise, click Cancel. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page...
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... Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖...
... Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖...
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... external display device and activate a screen with the appropriate device attached and turned on. NOTE Some modes are only available with display options. 5 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can choose to use the display hot key...
... external display device and activate a screen with the appropriate device attached and turned on. NOTE Some modes are only available with display options. 5 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can choose to use the display hot key...
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... Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 2 Click Registered. 3 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click OK. 5 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Not Registered. 3 Follow the on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
... Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 2 Click Registered. 3 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click OK. 5 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Not Registered. 3 Follow the on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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... is not working 5 Verify that is correct, and the plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. 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 the Startup menu.
... is not working 5 Verify that is correct, and the plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. 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 the Startup menu.
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... lower-right part of the Start menu. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on page 57. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 52, and making sure the module is causing a problem. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to work. The Shut...
... lower-right part of the Start menu. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in "Installing a memory module" on page 57. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 52, and making sure the module is causing a problem. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one device to work. The Shut...
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... problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to the Lock button in screen, make sure the display priority is firmly attached. Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to its previous setting. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. If no password is registered, press any key to the computer is not set for an external monitor...
... problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to the Lock button in screen, make sure the display priority is firmly attached. Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to its previous setting. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. If no password is registered, press any key to the computer is not set for an external monitor...
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... you could create and attempt to change these settings. This mode lets you see your original file. The modem is firmly connected to the telephone line is on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will print. The other system may be in the communications program. Many programs display information on the screen. Make sure the cable from the...
... you could create and attempt to change these settings. This mode lets you see your original file. The modem is firmly connected to the telephone line is on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will print. The other system may be in the communications program. Many programs display information on the screen. Make sure the cable from the...
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... with any other on the screen that saves to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. hot swapping - See also Sleep, Suspend. internal device - L2 (level two) cache - A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of many Toshiba computers that represents a function, file, or program. K keyboard shortcut - A feature of data. LAN (local area network) - 214 Glossary Hibernation...
... with any other on the screen that saves to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. hot swapping - See also Sleep, Suspend. internal device - L2 (level two) cache - A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of many Toshiba computers that represents a function, file, or program. K keyboard shortcut - A feature of data. LAN (local area network) - 214 Glossary Hibernation...
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... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 48, 108 charge not lasting 168 charging 46, 48 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 48, 108 not charging 167 220 notifications 111 power plan 196 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 51, 61 start 124 C CD playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 48 checking device...
... battery changing 115 charge indicator light 48, 108 charge not lasting 168 charging 46, 48 conserving power 112 disposal 120 low charge 110 monitoring power 48, 108 not charging 167 220 notifications 111 power plan 196 power plan hot key 114 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 115 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 51, 61 start 124 C CD playing an audio 100 CD, using 97 character keys 88 charging the battery 48 checking device...
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... connecting to a power source 46 connection set up 126 control buttons 68 Ctrl keys 89 D desktop creating new icon 123 major features 123 desktop exploration 122 desktop icons 123 Device Manager 165 checking properties 165 devices keyboard 70 mouse 71 Disk Defragmenter 172 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 172 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 171 running slow 172 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 172 cannot read a diskette 172 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display...
... connecting to a power source 46 connection set up 126 control buttons 68 Ctrl keys 89 D desktop creating new icon 123 major features 123 desktop exploration 122 desktop icons 123 Device Manager 165 checking properties 165 devices keyboard 70 mouse 71 Disk Defragmenter 172 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 172 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 171 running slow 172 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 172 cannot read a diskette 172 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display...
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... Support Windows® operating system 164 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 keyboard overlays 204 Lock (Instant security) 195 Output (Display switch) 199 power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 volume mute 194 Zoom (Display resolution) 203 zooming 204 Hot Key Cards 190 Hot key functions 194 hot key power plan 114 http 128 I icon 123 desktop 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 38 installation memory module 52 installing memory modules 51 mouse...
... Support Windows® operating system 164 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 keyboard overlays 204 Lock (Instant security) 195 Output (Display switch) 199 power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 volume mute 194 Zoom (Display resolution) 203 zooming 204 Hot Key Cards 190 Hot key functions 194 hot key power plan 114 http 128 I icon 123 desktop 123 moving to desktop 123 recycle bin 123 safety 38 installation memory module 52 installing memory modules 51 mouse...
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... memory module slot 54 microphone 131 modem connecting to telephone line 126 problem solving 177 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 169 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 126 Connect to the Internet 126 networking wireless 125 Notification Area 124 O Opening the display panel 49 optical disc positioning 99 optical discs handling 99 inserting 98 removing 101 optical drive problems 173 troubleshooting 173 using 97 optical media recording 100 other documentation 39 overlay keys 90 P password deleting a supervisor 145 disabling a user 146 setting a user...
... memory module slot 54 microphone 131 modem connecting to telephone line 126 problem solving 177 monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 169 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 126 Connect to the Internet 126 networking wireless 125 Notification Area 124 O Opening the display panel 49 optical disc positioning 99 optical discs handling 99 inserting 98 removing 101 optical drive problems 173 troubleshooting 173 using 97 optical media recording 100 other documentation 39 overlay keys 90 P password deleting a supervisor 145 disabling a user 146 setting a user...
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... files 172 Device Manager 165 disk drive is slow 172 display is blank 169 ExpressCard® 174 checklist 175 error occurs 176 hot swapping fails 175 not recognized 176 slot appears dead 175 external display not working 170 external monitor 169 faulty memory 166 hardware conflict 164 high-pitched noise 174 Internet bookmarked site not found 163 Internet connection is slow 163 keyboard not responding 160 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 171...
... files 172 Device Manager 165 disk drive is slow 172 display is blank 169 ExpressCard® 174 checklist 175 error occurs 176 hot swapping fails 175 not recognized 176 slot appears dead 175 external display not working 170 external monitor 169 faulty memory 166 hardware conflict 164 high-pitched noise 174 Internet bookmarked site not found 163 Internet connection is slow 163 keyboard not responding 160 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 171...