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... complies with the above conditions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to the following: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure for this device is...
... complies with the above conditions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to the following: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure for this device is...
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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 ... 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 battery alarm...
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 ... 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 battery alarm...
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...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 mode 101 Resume Mode (Windows 98 101 Sound (Windows 98 101 Fn-esse 101 Starting Fn-esse...
...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 mode 101 Resume Mode (Windows 98 101 Sound (Windows 98 101 Fn-esse 101 Starting Fn-esse...
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... 114 A plan 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 ...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 ...
... 114 A plan 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 ...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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...175 Protecting against forgetfulness 176 Using the power-on password 178 Instant password 179 Disabling a user-level password 180 Using a hard disk drive password 180 Using an Eject Password 184 Chapter 10: Managing Your Tecra 8000 Series Computer . 187 Industry standard architecture... 187 Wired for Management 188 Desktop Management Interface 188 Advanced Configuration and Power Interface 188 Operating system compatibility 189 System management 189 LANDesk Client...
...175 Protecting against forgetfulness 176 Using the power-on password 178 Instant password 179 Disabling a user-level password 180 Using a hard disk drive password 180 Using an Eject Password 184 Chapter 10: Managing Your Tecra 8000 Series Computer . 187 Industry standard architecture... 187 Wired for Management 188 Desktop Management Interface 188 Advanced Configuration and Power Interface 188 Operating system compatibility 189 System management 189 LANDesk Client...
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... ever owned. xvii The Tecra 8000 Series notebook's modular design also lets you add, change, or update additional components at any time, making this machine one of the most flexible tools you have been given the opportunity to the world of powerful, portable multimedia computing. Your new Toshiba Tecra® 8000 Series notebook computer is designed...
... ever owned. xvii The Tecra 8000 Series notebook's modular design also lets you add, change, or update additional components at any time, making this machine one of the most flexible tools you have been given the opportunity to the world of powerful, portable multimedia computing. Your new Toshiba Tecra® 8000 Series notebook computer is designed...
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... heaters. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn off the computer, unplug it on a flat surface that is free from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Operate the computer...
... heaters. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn off the computer, unplug it on a flat surface that is free from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Operate the computer...
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... devices and a video camera. The SelectBay® allows you don't block the fan's vent. Left side Hard Disk Drive cover CPU fan USB port Power button Power button cover Security lock slot The CPU fan provides extra cooling when necessary to Know Your Computer It is on page 37. Part I: Getting to...
... devices and a video camera. The SelectBay® allows you don't block the fan's vent. Left side Hard Disk Drive cover CPU fan USB port Power button Power button cover Security lock slot The CPU fan provides extra cooling when necessary to Know Your Computer It is on page 37. Part I: Getting to...
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... cable to the security lock slot lets you connect your computer to an external video device such as your computer to reveal the power button. The monitor port allows you connect an external monaural microphone or other audio input device. Connecting a microphone or other serial ...of the computer to a large, heavy object such as a standard television display. 8 To Begin Finding where everything's located On The power button cover protects the power button. The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you to Know Your Computer The hard disk drive (HDD) cover protects the computer's removable ...
... cable to the security lock slot lets you connect your computer to an external video device such as your computer to reveal the power button. The monitor port allows you connect an external monaural microphone or other audio input device. Connecting a microphone or other serial ...of the computer to a large, heavy object such as a standard television display. 8 To Begin Finding where everything's located On The power button cover protects the power button. The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you to Know Your Computer The hard disk drive (HDD) cover protects the computer's removable ...
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... available. For further information about using the battery, see "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...
... available. For further information about using the battery, see "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...
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...buttons work with the AccuPoint. The SelectBay allows you turn off the computer using Toshiba's Resume Mode, Windows 95 or Windows NT Suspend, or Windows 98 Standby command. For further information, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 37. Indicator panels Two sets of indicator lights, the system ... I: Getting to use one of several status lights that provide information about various system functions. See "System indicator panel" on . On The power light glows green when the computer is located on a mouse. The smaller (secondary) button acts as the left button on the front of...
...buttons work with the AccuPoint. The SelectBay allows you turn off the computer using Toshiba's Resume Mode, Windows 95 or Windows NT Suspend, or Windows 98 Standby command. For further information, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 37. Indicator panels Two sets of indicator lights, the system ... I: Getting to use one of several status lights that provide information about various system functions. See "System indicator panel" on . On The power light glows green when the computer is located on a mouse. The smaller (secondary) button acts as the left button on the front of...
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...back of the computer. Similarly, you should plug 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 . The AC adapter connects to Know Your Computer To turn on the computer: ...Your Computer in for two and a half hours with the computer's power turned off for you to turn it on and begin using the AC adapter and power cable. Preparing the battery Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you turn it on. To charge the battery completely,...
...back of the computer. Similarly, you should plug 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 . The AC adapter connects to Know Your Computer To turn on the computer: ...Your Computer in for two and a half hours with the computer's power turned off for you to turn it on and begin using the AC adapter and power cable. Preparing the battery Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you turn it on. To charge the battery completely,...
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Slide the power button cover on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. Turning on the left side of the computer toward the front of the computer, revealing the power button. Opening the power button cover 4 Press and hold the power button in-about one second-until the operating system has loaded ...completely. CAUTION: When you turn off the power again until the power light turns on the computer for the first time, do not turn on (green). Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer 16 To Begin ...
Slide the power button cover on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. Turning on the left side of the computer toward the front of the computer, revealing the power button. Opening the power button cover 4 Press and hold the power button in-about one second-until the operating system has loaded ...completely. CAUTION: When you turn off the power again until the power light turns on the computer for the first time, do not turn on (green). Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer 16 To Begin ...
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... new products and upgrades. See the registration card and warranty information for a while. HINT: After you turn off your product registration card lets Toshiba keep in mind when you 're not using it may give you the option to register online. There are, however, several things to keep...To register online, double-click the icon provided and follow the instructions.(Online registration is not available in your computer when you turn off the power. ❖ In Windows 95, use either the Shut Down or the Suspend command to turn off the computer 17 The operating system Your ...
... new products and upgrades. See the registration card and warranty information for a while. HINT: After you turn off your product registration card lets Toshiba keep in mind when you 're not using it may give you the option to register online. There are, however, several things to keep...To register online, double-click the icon provided and follow the instructions.(Online registration is not available in your computer when you turn off the power. ❖ In Windows 95, use either the Shut Down or the Suspend command to turn off the computer 17 The operating system Your ...
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... drive. ❖ If you plan to leave the computer off for more than eight hours, use the Shut Down command. ❖ Don't turn off the power if the hard disk drive light or the SelectBay drive light on the system indicator panel is on . In Windows NT, you can use System...
... drive. ❖ If you plan to leave the computer off for more than eight hours, use the Shut Down command. ❖ Don't turn off the power if the hard disk drive light or the SelectBay drive light on the system indicator panel is on . In Windows NT, you can use System...
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... TV tuner card. 21 However, it as your machine. This chapter describes how to use it 's so powerful you travel. Using external display devices Your Tecra 8000 Series computer comes with a built-in the Office Your Tecra 8000 Series computer was designed to be easy to connect devices that can use when you can increase...
... TV tuner card. 21 However, it as your machine. This chapter describes how to use it 's so powerful you travel. Using external display devices Your Tecra 8000 Series computer comes with a built-in the Office Your Tecra 8000 Series computer was designed to be easy to connect devices that can use when you can increase...
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... video device with MPEG2 option). ❖ An external SVGA monitor via the composite video out port or the S-video out port (only with the computer's power on may choose to Know Your Computer This is located on choosing a video cable, then refer to "Connecting to Dual Controller. Before connecting your television...
... video device with MPEG2 option). ❖ An external SVGA monitor via the composite video out port or the S-video out port (only with the computer's power on may choose to Know Your Computer This is located on choosing a video cable, then refer to "Connecting to Dual Controller. Before connecting your television...
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Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer CAUTION: Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or both. 2 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may have connected. 3 Turn the computer upside down the computer, then click Yes. The memory module cover 4 Remove the three screws that hold the cover plate in place. 5 Lift off the computer. 34 Hardware Features Adding memory 2 Select Shut down . Windows NT Workstation 4.0 shuts down and automatically turns off the cover. Inserting the module 1 Unplug the computer.
Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer CAUTION: Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or both. 2 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may have connected. 3 Turn the computer upside down the computer, then click Yes. The memory module cover 4 Remove the three screws that hold the cover plate in place. 5 Lift off the computer. 34 Hardware Features Adding memory 2 Select Shut down . Windows NT Workstation 4.0 shuts down and automatically turns off the cover. Inserting the module 1 Unplug the computer.
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CAUTION: Installing or removing a module while the computer power is packed separately in the computer box in a case designed for external use ❖ An optional secondary battery ❖ An optional secondary hard disk drive (.... 2 Turn the computer upside down and locate the SelectBay cover. 3 Slide the SelectBay cover lock toward the back of the modules: 1 Turn off the power. See the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Hardware Features Swapping SelectBay modules 37 Swapping SelectBay modules Any one of six modules can be used in the SelectBay: ❖ A CD...
CAUTION: Installing or removing a module while the computer power is packed separately in the computer box in a case designed for external use ❖ An optional secondary battery ❖ An optional secondary hard disk drive (.... 2 Turn the computer upside down and locate the SelectBay cover. 3 Slide the SelectBay cover lock toward the back of the modules: 1 Turn off the power. See the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Hardware Features Swapping SelectBay modules 37 Swapping SelectBay modules Any one of six modules can be used in the SelectBay: ❖ A CD...
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... the battery into the adapter" on page 41. 2 Slide the module all the way into the cover, if necessary. Please power off the machine and lock the Selectable Bay lock key, then power on page 39. To install the external diskette drive, you must remove it 's in a case and is unlocked. Before...
... the battery into the adapter" on page 41. 2 Slide the module all the way into the cover, if necessary. Please power off the machine and lock the Selectable Bay lock key, then power on page 39. To install the external diskette drive, you must remove it 's in a case and is unlocked. Before...