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Contents Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer Chapter 1: To Begin 1 Making sure you have everything 1 Selecting a place to work 1 Keeping the computer comfortable 2 Keeping yourself comfortable 3 Finding where everything's located 6 Front with the display panel closed 6 Left side 7 Back 8 Right side 10 Underside 11 Keyboard and display features 11 Front with the display panel open 12 Indicator panels 13 Attaching other components 15 Preparing the battery 15 Turning on the computer 15 The operating system 17 ix
Contents Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer Chapter 1: To Begin 1 Making sure you have everything 1 Selecting a place to work 1 Keeping the computer comfortable 2 Keeping yourself comfortable 3 Finding where everything's located 6 Front with the display panel closed 6 Left side 7 Back 8 Right side 10 Underside 11 Keyboard and display features 11 Front with the display panel open 12 Indicator panels 13 Attaching other components 15 Preparing the battery 15 Turning on the computer 15 The operating system 17 ix
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... 33 Removing the memory module 36 Swapping SelectBay modules 37 Removing a module from the SelectBay 37 Inserting a module into the SelectBay 39 Using the secondary battery in the SelectBay 40 Using PC Card slots 42 Inserting PC Cards 42 Removing a PC Card 44 Setting up your PC Card for your computer...
... 33 Removing the memory module 36 Swapping SelectBay modules 37 Removing a module from the SelectBay 37 Inserting a module into the SelectBay 39 Using the secondary battery in the SelectBay 40 Using PC Card slots 42 Inserting PC Cards 42 Removing a PC Card 44 Setting up your PC Card for your computer...
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xi Determining your COM port 47 Using the computer's telephony features 48 Using the Internet 48 Using bulletin board services 49 Discovering Toshiba's online resources 49 Recording sounds with a microphone 50 Using an external microphone 50 Using an external audio input device 51 Using external... 78 Getting the sharpest picture 78 Choosing a language 79 Using the search feature 80 Chapter 5: Power Management 85 Running the computer on battery power 85 Charging the batteries 86 Monitoring battery power 87 Using Hibernation mode (Windows 95 and Windows 98 88 What to do when the...
xi Determining your COM port 47 Using the computer's telephony features 48 Using the Internet 48 Using bulletin board services 49 Discovering Toshiba's online resources 49 Recording sounds with a microphone 50 Using an external microphone 50 Using an external audio input device 51 Using external... 78 Getting the sharpest picture 78 Choosing a language 79 Using the search feature 80 Chapter 5: Power Management 85 Running the computer on battery power 85 Charging the batteries 86 Monitoring battery power 87 Using Hibernation mode (Windows 95 and Windows 98 88 What to do when the...
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xii Starting where you left off 90 Changing batteries 91 Taking care of your battery 93 Safety precautions 94 Maximizing battery life 94 Disposing of used batteries safely 94 Conserving power 95 The easy way-choosing a power usage mode in Windows 95 and Windows 98 96 Additional options for power 97 Chapter... 6: Hot Keys and Function Keys 99 Hot keys for Windows 95, Windows NT 99 Instant password security 99 Battery save mode 100 Resume Mode 100 Sound 100 Power-on display 100 Hot keys for the keyboard 101 Hot keys for Windows 98 101 Power...
xii Starting where you left off 90 Changing batteries 91 Taking care of your battery 93 Safety precautions 94 Maximizing battery life 94 Disposing of used batteries safely 94 Conserving power 95 The easy way-choosing a power usage mode in Windows 95 and Windows 98 96 Additional options for power 97 Chapter... 6: Hot Keys and Function Keys 99 Hot keys for Windows 95, Windows NT 99 Instant password security 99 Battery save mode 100 Resume Mode 100 Sound 100 Power-on display 100 Hot keys for the keyboard 101 Hot keys for Windows 98 101 Power...
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... of action 115 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own 115 Fixing device-related problems 117 Memory card problems 118 Power and the batteries 119 Keyboard problems 120 AccuPoint problems 121 Display problems 122 Disk drive problems 123 Modem problems 126 Problems with the CD-ROM...Windows 95/Windows 98..... 134 DVD-ROM error messages 141 Developing good computing habits 142 If you need further assistance 143 Contacting Toshiba 143 Toshiba's worldwide offices 145 Part II: Technical Reference Chapter 8: System Setup 153 Using TSETUP 153 Using Hardware Setup 154 Using Hardware ...
... of action 115 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own 115 Fixing device-related problems 117 Memory card problems 118 Power and the batteries 119 Keyboard problems 120 AccuPoint problems 121 Display problems 122 Disk drive problems 123 Modem problems 126 Problems with the CD-ROM...Windows 95/Windows 98..... 134 DVD-ROM error messages 141 Developing good computing habits 142 If you need further assistance 143 Contacting Toshiba 143 Toshiba's worldwide offices 145 Part II: Technical Reference Chapter 8: System Setup 153 Using TSETUP 153 Using Hardware Setup 154 Using Hardware ...
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...System indicator panel Latch Volume Reset button CD-ROM ejection button SelectBay with CD-ROM installed Moving the battery release panel to the left and pulling the battery module forward when the battery lock is made up of the panel lights. To open the display, see "Keyboard and display features..." on page 11. The volume control dial lets you to remove the main battery module from the computer. See "System indicator panel" on page 13 for a description of each of several status lights that provide information about ...
...System indicator panel Latch Volume Reset button CD-ROM ejection button SelectBay with CD-ROM installed Moving the battery release panel to the left and pulling the battery module forward when the battery lock is made up of the panel lights. To open the display, see "Keyboard and display features..." on page 11. The volume control dial lets you to remove the main battery module from the computer. See "System indicator panel" on page 13 for a description of each of several status lights that provide information about ...
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... "Power Management" on the front of the computer with an internal modem.) Underside Battery module SelectBay module Secondary SelectBay lock HDD lock Memory module PC Card lock The battery module enables the Tecra 8000 Series to be careful when opening and closing it to lift the computer. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel...
... "Power Management" on the front of the computer with an internal modem.) Underside Battery module SelectBay module Secondary SelectBay lock HDD lock Memory module PC Card lock The battery module enables the Tecra 8000 Series to be careful when opening and closing it to lift the computer. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel...
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... indicator panel" on page 37. It blinks orange when you to use one of the panel lights. For further information, see "Monitoring battery power" on the front of several status lights that provide information about various system functions. On The power light glows green when the computer...SelectBay modules" on page 13 for a description of each of six possible SelectBay modules. The SelectBay allows you turn off the computer using Toshiba's Resume Mode, Windows 95 or Windows NT Suspend, or Windows 98 Standby command. To Begin Keyboard and display features 13 The AccuPoint buttons...
... indicator panel" on page 37. It blinks orange when you to use one of the panel lights. For further information, see "Monitoring battery power" on the front of several status lights that provide information about various system functions. On The power light glows green when the computer...SelectBay modules" on page 13 for a description of each of six possible SelectBay modules. The SelectBay allows you turn off the computer using Toshiba's Resume Mode, Windows 95 or Windows NT Suspend, or Windows 98 Standby command. To Begin Keyboard and display features 13 The AccuPoint buttons...
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... on the top of the key. 14 To Begin Keyboard and display features The SelectBay battery light indicates the state of a secondary battery in use . The light glows orange when the battery is charging and green when the battery is on, pressing an overlay key produces the white number printed on the right front...
... on the top of the key. 14 To Begin Keyboard and display features The SelectBay battery light indicates the state of a secondary battery in use . The light glows orange when the battery is charging and green when the battery is on, pressing an overlay key produces the white number printed on the right front...
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.... 2 If there is empty. TECHNICAL NOTE: Once the battery is charged for more information about each device, see "Using Your Computer in and turned off or three and a quarter hours with AC power, you should attach your external components and devices to your Tecra 8000 Series computer before you turn it is a diskette...
.... 2 If there is empty. TECHNICAL NOTE: Once the battery is charged for more information about each device, see "Using Your Computer in and turned off or three and a quarter hours with AC power, you should attach your external components and devices to your Tecra 8000 Series computer before you turn it is a diskette...
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Hardware Features Swapping SelectBay modules 37 Swapping SelectBay modules Any one of the modules: 1 Turn off the power. See the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Part I: Getting to remove one of six modules can be used in the SelectBay: ❖ A CD-ROM drive that came ...accessories box ❖ An external diskette drive is packed separately in the computer box in a case designed for external use ❖ An optional secondary battery ❖ An optional secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from the SelectBay Do the following to Know Your Computer Removing a module from this...
Hardware Features Swapping SelectBay modules 37 Swapping SelectBay modules Any one of the modules: 1 Turn off the power. See the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Part I: Getting to remove one of six modules can be used in the SelectBay: ❖ A CD-ROM drive that came ...accessories box ❖ An external diskette drive is packed separately in the computer box in a case designed for external use ❖ An optional secondary battery ❖ An optional secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from the SelectBay Do the following to Know Your Computer Removing a module from this...
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...external diskette drive, you must remove it from its cover into the SelectBay. 1 Snap the module into the cover, if necessary. To install the battery, you must make sure it from the case. 2 Carefully pull the diskette drive by the front edges to completely remove it , see "Inserting... the SelectBay, you must remove it 's in a case and is unlocked. Inserting the external diskette drive The external diskette drive ships in its battery case. To remove the external diskette drive from the holder. Part I: Getting to use. HINT: If the SelectBay eject lock does not lock correctly...
...external diskette drive, you must remove it from its cover into the SelectBay. 1 Snap the module into the cover, if necessary. To install the battery, you must make sure it from the case. 2 Carefully pull the diskette drive by the front edges to completely remove it , see "Inserting... the SelectBay, you must remove it 's in a case and is unlocked. Inserting the external diskette drive The external diskette drive ships in its battery case. To remove the external diskette drive from the holder. Part I: Getting to use. HINT: If the SelectBay eject lock does not lock correctly...
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Part I: Getting to the drive cover. Using the secondary battery in the SelectBay The optional secondary battery is out of its case, it into the SelectBay. Placing the battery into the adapter You must assemble the secondary battery and the adapter before placing the battery into the cover and installing it can be attached to Know Your Computer 40 Hardware Features Swapping SelectBay modules Eject buttons Releasing the drive module Once the external diskette drive is shipped with an adapter that fits into the SelectBay.
Part I: Getting to the drive cover. Using the secondary battery in the SelectBay The optional secondary battery is out of its case, it into the SelectBay. Placing the battery into the adapter You must assemble the secondary battery and the adapter before placing the battery into the cover and installing it can be attached to Know Your Computer 40 Hardware Features Swapping SelectBay modules Eject buttons Releasing the drive module Once the external diskette drive is shipped with an adapter that fits into the SelectBay.
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... up on the adapter. 2 Push down to Know Your Computer Hardware Features Swapping SelectBay modules 41 Battery Battery release lever Adapter Snapping the battery into the adapter To place the battery into the adapter: 1 Align the contacts on the battery with the contacts on the front of the battery until it pops out of the adapter.
... up on the adapter. 2 Push down to Know Your Computer Hardware Features Swapping SelectBay modules 41 Battery Battery release lever Adapter Snapping the battery into the adapter To place the battery into the adapter: 1 Align the contacts on the battery with the contacts on the front of the battery until it pops out of the adapter.
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To remove the HDD module: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and any external cables connected to carry your Tecra 8000 Series notebook computer. Using Drives This section explains how to use the various drives that are available with your data without the computer. Hard disk drive The removable hard disk drive (HDD) module allows you to the computer. 3 Remove the main battery and optional secondary battery. 55
To remove the HDD module: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and any external cables connected to carry your Tecra 8000 Series notebook computer. Using Drives This section explains how to use the various drives that are available with your data without the computer. Hard disk drive The removable hard disk drive (HDD) module allows you to the computer. 3 Remove the main battery and optional secondary battery. 55
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...desktop while it in its protective cover. 4 Push the drawer in full screen on your TV. Contact an electronics store or visit Toshiba's Web site at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com for 5.1 channel surround sound. The system does not support a fiber optic cable. HINT: The computer must be on for... disc and cannot turn on your computer while others enjoy the movie, you prefer to continue working on the computer (for example, if the battery is very much like operating a home CD player. The DVD Player also supports Dolby* Digital Surround Sound audio formats for vendor information. DVD ...
...desktop while it in its protective cover. 4 Push the drawer in full screen on your TV. Contact an electronics store or visit Toshiba's Web site at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com for 5.1 channel surround sound. The system does not support a fiber optic cable. HINT: The computer must be on for... disc and cannot turn on your computer while others enjoy the movie, you prefer to continue working on the computer (for example, if the battery is very much like operating a home CD player. The DVD Player also supports Dolby* Digital Surround Sound audio formats for vendor information. DVD ...
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Chapter Running the computer on battery power 85 Using Hibernation mode (Windows 95 and Windows 98 88 What to do when the battery alarm sounds 89 Starting where you left off 90 Changing batteries 91 Taking care of your battery 93 Conserving power 95 Additional options for power 97
Chapter Running the computer on battery power 85 Using Hibernation mode (Windows 95 and Windows 98 88 What to do when the battery alarm sounds 89 Starting where you left off 90 Changing batteries 91 Taking care of your battery 93 Conserving power 95 Additional options for power 97
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... active, so your computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack that enhance its maximum energy efficiency. Running the computer on battery power. You can recharge it is the main battery. The computer enters a low-power, stand-by Toshiba or your network administrator. This ...been set by state when it many hours without an AC power 85 We recommend you are away from an AC outlet. Power Management Toshiba is a partner in the process. It has a number of using your computer will operate at its energy efficiency. If you travel ...
... active, so your computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack that enhance its maximum energy efficiency. Running the computer on battery power. You can recharge it is the main battery. The computer enters a low-power, stand-by Toshiba or your network administrator. This ...been set by state when it many hours without an AC power 85 We recommend you are away from an AC outlet. Power Management Toshiba is a partner in the process. It has a number of using your computer will operate at its energy efficiency. If you travel ...
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... Standby command, or Toshiba's Resume Mode. These are nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. It takes approximately two and a half hours to store information about the system when you . Part I: Getting to the main battery, the computer has two other batteries: the backup battery and the real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The main battery light glows orange while...
... Standby command, or Toshiba's Resume Mode. These are nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. It takes approximately two and a half hours to store information about the system when you . Part I: Getting to the main battery, the computer has two other batteries: the backup battery and the real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The main battery light glows orange while...
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... on the taskbar. Monitoring battery power The computer's main battery light gives you have left, see how much battery power you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Green indicates a full charge. ❖ Orange indicates the battery is charging. ❖ Flashing orange indicates that the system is suspended (using Toshiba's Resume Mode or the...
... on the taskbar. Monitoring battery power The computer's main battery light gives you have left, see how much battery power you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Green indicates a full charge. ❖ Orange indicates the battery is charging. ❖ Flashing orange indicates that the system is suspended (using Toshiba's Resume Mode or the...