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... permanently disconnect your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment, for information. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your modem from its...
... permanently disconnect your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment, for information. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your modem from its...
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... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 71 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 73 Using the TouchPad 73 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 76 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse...
... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 71 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 73 Using the TouchPad 73 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 76 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse...
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... Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software. You may be hot. You will be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on may also be hot...
... Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software. You may be hot. You will be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on may also be hot...
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... remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Grease or dust on the connector may have built up. Back of the computer. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using...
... remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Grease or dust on the connector may have built up. Back of the computer. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using...
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... the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18...
... the operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up . Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18...
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... memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... Started Using the TouchPad™ Adjusting TouchPad™ settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the TouchPad, so that it is enabled by default. Also, accidental light touches or taps on the TouchPad may select an item or text on the screen, and potentially the item or text may be replaced by computer model. NOTE TouchPad setting options vary by the next character you type. ❖ Temporarily disable the TouchPad...
... Started Using the TouchPad™ Adjusting TouchPad™ settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the TouchPad, so that it is enabled by default. Also, accidental light touches or taps on the TouchPad may select an item or text on the screen, and potentially the item or text may be replaced by computer model. NOTE TouchPad setting options vary by the next character you type. ❖ Temporarily disable the TouchPad...
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... way to change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can choose to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on...
... way to change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can choose to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on...
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... on-screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
... on-screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
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... makes it easy to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your computer. ConfigFree® NOTE All references to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is used to control communication devices and network connections. 158 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you wish. NOTE For more detailed information on setting...
... makes it easy to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your computer. ConfigFree® NOTE All references to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is used to control communication devices and network connections. 158 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you wish. NOTE For more detailed information on setting...
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... these problems, use the AC adapter that required by the computer. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Do the following: 1 Check the OUTPUT specifications on the AC adapter (for each device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you can easily detect if the operating system is on , this indicates a power...
... these problems, use the AC adapter that required by the computer. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Do the following: 1 Check the OUTPUT specifications on the AC adapter (for each device. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you can easily detect if the operating system is on , this indicates a power...
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... turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a 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 the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. The screen does not look correct. Click Display and then Change display settings to one that is supported...
... turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a 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 the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to its previous setting. The screen does not look correct. Click Display and then Change display settings to one that is supported...
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.... Disable Sleep mode, turn off line. If you see on the screen. Check the communications parameters (baud rate, parity, data length and stop bits) specified in your program has a print preview mode. Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not print what you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad...
.... Disable Sleep mode, turn off line. If you see on the screen. Check the communications parameters (baud rate, parity, data length and stop bits) specified in your program has a print preview mode. Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not print what you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad...
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... Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your computer under the System and Security heading. Most of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from optical discs. For more help ensure safe...
... Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your computer under the System and Security heading. Most of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from optical discs. For more help ensure safe...
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... the screen that activates a memory resident program. interlaced - internal device - See also World Wide Web. A key or combination of keys that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. K keyboard shortcut - L2 (level two) cache - high-density diskette - The ability to create a complete screen image. A small image displayed on the network. Internet - Memory...
... the screen that activates a memory resident program. interlaced - internal device - See also World Wide Web. A key or combination of keys that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. K keyboard shortcut - L2 (level two) cache - high-density diskette - The ability to create a complete screen image. A small image displayed on the network. Internet - Memory...
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... changing 120 charge indicator light 48, 114 charge not lasting 171 charging 48, 112 conserving power 117 disposal 125 installing 120, 122 low charge 116 maintaining 124 monitoring power 48, 114 not charging 171 notifications 116 power plan 195 power plan hot key 119 real-time clock (RTC) 111, 113 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 123 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 129 buttons eject, optical drive 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 126 changing main battery...
... changing 120 charge indicator light 48, 114 charge not lasting 171 charging 48, 112 conserving power 117 disposal 125 installing 120, 122 low charge 116 maintaining 124 monitoring power 48, 114 not charging 171 notifications 116 power plan 195 power plan hot key 119 real-time clock (RTC) 111, 113 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 123 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 129 buttons eject, optical drive 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 126 changing main battery...
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... files/trouble accessing a drive 174 running slow 175 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 175 cannot read a diskette 176 display does not look normal/flickers 173 external monitor not working 174 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 78 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 172 display, external adjusting 79 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 125 DVD using 103 DVD player general problems 180 E EasyGuard® 110 eject button optical drive 104 eject, optical drive 104...
... files/trouble accessing a drive 174 running slow 175 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 175 cannot read a diskette 176 display does not look normal/flickers 173 external monitor not working 174 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 78 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 172 display, external adjusting 79 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 125 DVD using 103 DVD player general problems 180 E EasyGuard® 110 eject button optical drive 104 eject, optical drive 104...
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... keys 95 function keys 95 H HDMI™ Out Port 77 headphones using 136 Help and Support Windows® operating system 168 Hibernation mode 82 configuring 86 hot key 197 starting again from 88 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 201 disabling or enabling wireless devices 200 display brightness 199 Hibernation mode 197 keyboard overlays 203 Lock (Instant security) 194 Output (Display switch) 198 power plan 195 Sleep mode 196 volume mute 193 Zoom (Display resolution) 202 zooming in 203 zooming out 203 Hot Key Cards 189 Hot key functions 193 hot key power...
... keys 95 function keys 95 H HDMI™ Out Port 77 headphones using 136 Help and Support Windows® operating system 168 Hibernation mode 82 configuring 86 hot key 197 starting again from 88 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 201 disabling or enabling wireless devices 200 display brightness 199 Hibernation mode 197 keyboard overlays 203 Lock (Instant security) 194 Output (Display switch) 198 power plan 195 Sleep mode 196 volume mute 193 Zoom (Display resolution) 202 zooming in 203 zooming out 203 Hot Key Cards 189 Hot key functions 193 hot key power...
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... files 175 Device Manager 169 disk drive is slow 175 display is blank 172 external display not working 174 external monitor 173 faulty memory 170 high-pitched noise 177 Internet bookmarked site not found 168 Internet connection is slow 168 keyboard not responding 164 keyboard produces unexpected characters 172 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 174 modem not receiving or transmitting 178 no sound 177 non-system disk or disk error 165 power and batteries 170...
... files 175 Device Manager 169 disk drive is slow 175 display is blank 172 external display not working 174 external monitor 173 faulty memory 170 high-pitched noise 177 Internet bookmarked site not found 168 Internet connection is slow 168 keyboard not responding 164 keyboard produces unexpected characters 172 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 174 modem not receiving or transmitting 178 no sound 177 non-system disk or disk error 165 power and batteries 170...
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... to modem 131 television adjusting display 79 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 187 TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba EasyGuard® 110 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 108 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA Service Station 158 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 156 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 76 disabling 76 enabling 76 using 73 traveling tips 126 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 180 external keyboard 172
... to modem 131 television adjusting display 79 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 187 TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Toshiba EasyGuard® 110 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 108 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA Service Station 158 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 156 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 76 disabling 76 enabling 76 using 73 traveling tips 126 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 180 external keyboard 172