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... THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. Model: Tecra® M4 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you fail to cause birth defects or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed...
... THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. Model: Tecra® M4 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you fail to cause birth defects or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed...
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... disconnect your right to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. Disconnection If you to file a complaint with this change. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to the telephone network, the telephone company may...
... disconnect your right to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. Disconnection If you to file a complaint with this change. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to the telephone network, the telephone company may...
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...and specifications ....53 Turning on the power 54 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 55 Using the TouchPad 55 Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device.56 Installing a memory module 57 Removing a memory module 61 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 64 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition 65 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 68 Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility 71 Installing drivers and applications 72 Connecting an external USB keyboard 73 Connecting an external USB mouse 73 Connecting a printer 74 Setting up...
...and specifications ....53 Turning on the power 54 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 55 Using the TouchPad 55 Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device.56 Installing a memory module 57 Removing a memory module 61 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 64 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition 65 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 68 Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility 71 Installing drivers and applications 72 Connecting an external USB keyboard 73 Connecting an external USB mouse 73 Connecting a printer 74 Setting up...
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... you insert into the computer). 8 Remove the new memory module from its gold connector bar (on either side of the module will click to touch its antistatic packaging. 9 Insert the memory module in a safe place so that it is seated properly. 60 Getting Started Installing a memory module Sample removing the memory slot cover screws 7 Place the screw and the cover in the slot and gently press it down into...
... you insert into the computer). 8 Remove the new memory module from its gold connector bar (on either side of the module will click to touch its antistatic packaging. 9 Insert the memory module in a safe place so that it is seated properly. 60 Getting Started Installing a memory module Sample removing the memory slot cover screws 7 Place the screw and the cover in the slot and gently press it down into...
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Getting Started Installing a memory module 61 Sample inserting the memory module Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the memory slot cover. 11 Replace the screw and tighten it. 12 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-7 in "Installing a memory module" on page 57 to shut down the computer and expose the memory module(s). Grease or dust on the computer. Removing a memory module If you removed.
Getting Started Installing a memory module 61 Sample inserting the memory module Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the memory slot cover. 11 Replace the screw and tighten it. 12 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-7 in "Installing a memory module" on page 57 to shut down the computer and expose the memory module(s). Grease or dust on the computer. Removing a memory module If you removed.
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... Recovery media see "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on page 64. Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Your computer has been configured with your computer. Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 4 Replace the memory slot cover and the screw. 5 Restart the computer. NOTE It is strongly recommended that you create recovery CDs/ DVDs before using a writable drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default. ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you may have at least one memory module installed for example, a D: drive. ❖ Recover...
... Recovery media see "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on page 64. Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Your computer has been configured with your computer. Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 4 Replace the memory slot cover and the screw. 5 Restart the computer. NOTE It is strongly recommended that you create recovery CDs/ DVDs before using a writable drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default. ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you may have at least one memory module installed for example, a D: drive. ❖ Recover...
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... C: drive and leaving other partitions (for completing the copy process. Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have created with the preceding steps see "Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media" on the computer. For more information on 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 computer's CD/DVD writable drive when prompted. 6 Follow the on , the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays.
... C: drive and leaving other partitions (for completing the copy process. Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have created with the preceding steps see "Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media" on the computer. For more information on 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 computer's CD/DVD writable drive when prompted. 6 Follow the on , the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays.
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... configured. ❖ How much you use the display panel instead of an external monitor. ❖ How much you use the hard disk and other drives. ❖ Whether you use the computer before the battery completely runs out of time you can continue where you do not manage to recharge the battery. Toshiba's power-saving options greatly increase the length of power, the computer automatically enters standby mode and turns itself off . Toshiba...
... configured. ❖ How much you use the display panel instead of an external monitor. ❖ How much you use the hard disk and other drives. ❖ Whether you use the computer before the battery completely runs out of time you can continue where you do not manage to recharge the battery. Toshiba's power-saving options greatly increase the length of power, the computer automatically enters standby mode and turns itself off . Toshiba...
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... Multi Media Cards (MMCs) are not supported by this product. The SD indicator light on SD Memory Card Format. Click on Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click on the left side of the SD card drivers, one or more dialog boxes may appear indicating that the card is facing the correct way. If the operating system does not recognize an inserted SD card, remove it locks in...
... Multi Media Cards (MMCs) are not supported by this product. The SD indicator light on SD Memory Card Format. Click on Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click on the left side of the SD card drivers, one or more dialog boxes may appear indicating that the card is facing the correct way. If the operating system does not recognize an inserted SD card, remove it locks in...
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...178. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the built-in LCD display and external video displays. Allows you to view the current BIOS version or to change settings back to default. ❖ Device Config-Shows the Device configuration options. ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the following: ❖ General - 188 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, which is part of TOSHIBA Assist, is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access this utility through the...
...178. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the built-in LCD display and external video displays. Allows you to view the current BIOS version or to change settings back to default. ❖ Device Config-Shows the Device configuration options. ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the following: ❖ General - 188 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, which is part of TOSHIBA Assist, is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access this utility through the...
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... way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For more information see "The computer is not working correctly. If pressing any key does not work routine, you experience any key to continue. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are running on battery power, it is...
... way such as installing a new program or adding a device. For more information see "The computer is not working correctly. If pressing any key does not work routine, you experience any key to continue. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in the optional external diskette drive. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are running on battery power, it is...
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... to make sure the display priority is registered, press any key. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ 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 continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable...
... to make sure the display priority is registered, press any key. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ 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 continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable...
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... drive to an authorized service provider to get it does, the utility may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in which case you must use the adapter's management utility. It should be a video format error. If it cleaned. If it is set to High Color, change the settings to 16-bit color and click OK. 4 Clean the disc and try again. 247 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems...
... drive to an authorized service provider to get it does, the utility may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in which case you must use the adapter's management utility. It should be a video format error. If it cleaned. If it is set to High Color, change the settings to 16-bit color and click OK. 4 Clean the disc and try again. 247 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems...
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...; (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Connectivity Doctor screen to start ConfigFree, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you switch between network configurations. Click Options on the taskbar. Starting ConfigFree To start and set up and using ConfigFree see "ConfigFree...
...; (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Connectivity Doctor screen to start ConfigFree, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you switch between network configurations. Click Options on the taskbar. Starting ConfigFree To start and set up and using ConfigFree see "ConfigFree...
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.... L2 (level two) cache - LAN (local area network) - internal device - 304 Glossary high-density diskette - I icon - A 3.5-inch diskette that represents a function, file, or program. See also diskette. A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image.
.... L2 (level two) cache - LAN (local area network) - internal device - 304 Glossary high-density diskette - I icon - A 3.5-inch diskette that represents a function, file, or program. See also diskette. A small image displayed on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image.
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... not accessing disk drives 220 setting up 46, 58 warning resume failure message 220 computing tips 87 configuring hard drive passwords 210 password 207 CONNECT 180 connecting external monitor 78 external USB keyboard 73 external USB mouse 73 printer 74 USB-compatible mouse 73 Contents CDs 105 DVDs 105 control buttons 56 critical applications 3 cursor control overlay 93 customizing taskbar 141 D desktop browsing style 143 changing styles 143 personalizing 141 Device Manager 226 checking properties 227 disabling a device 227 digital audio...
... not accessing disk drives 220 setting up 46, 58 warning resume failure message 220 computing tips 87 configuring hard drive passwords 210 password 207 CONNECT 180 connecting external monitor 78 external USB keyboard 73 external USB mouse 73 printer 74 USB-compatible mouse 73 Contents CDs 105 DVDs 105 control buttons 56 critical applications 3 cursor control overlay 93 customizing taskbar 141 D desktop browsing style 143 changing styles 143 personalizing 141 Device Manager 226 checking properties 227 disabling a device 227 digital audio...
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...change/remove key assignments 177 drag-and-drop 174 keyboard 173 starting 173 using 151 expansion memory slot 59 external monitor not working with display settings/ current settings not working 234 external monitor connecting 78 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 235 FCC Notice "Declaration of Con- 312 Index disposing of used batteries 137 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 225 double-click 56 downloading 156 DVD player general problems 247 DVD-ROM drive opening 101 problems 237 troubleshooting 237 using 99 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive removing 105 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems...
...change/remove key assignments 177 drag-and-drop 174 keyboard 173 starting 173 using 151 expansion memory slot 59 external monitor not working with display settings/ current settings not working 234 external monitor connecting 78 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 235 FCC Notice "Declaration of Con- 312 Index disposing of used batteries 137 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 225 double-click 56 downloading 156 DVD player general problems 247 DVD-ROM drive opening 101 problems 237 troubleshooting 237 using 99 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive removing 105 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems...
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... not found 223 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 154, 156 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 225 K keyboard character keys 89 connecting USB-compatible 73 curser control overlay 93 Fn-esse 173 function keys 90 not working 220 overlays 91 troubleshooting 231 Windows special keys 91 L LCD panel closing 83 screen saver 131 lights AC power 51 battery 51 M Master password 210 memory problem solving 228 removing expansion slot cover 59 memory module removing 62 microphone using 158 modem determining COM port 148 problem solving 243
... not found 223 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 154, 156 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 225 K keyboard character keys 89 connecting USB-compatible 73 curser control overlay 93 Fn-esse 173 function keys 90 not working 220 overlays 91 troubleshooting 231 Windows special keys 91 L LCD panel closing 83 screen saver 131 lights AC power 51 battery 51 M Master password 210 memory problem solving 228 removing expansion slot cover 59 memory module removing 62 microphone using 158 modem determining COM port 148 problem solving 243
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... Index resetting port to default settings 148 upgrading 148 modes Hibernation 109 Stand By 109 module Bluetooth 152 Wi-Fi 152 monitor adjusting display 81 connecting 78 not working 232 mouse connecting USB-compatible 73 moving the computer 85 N network accessing 150 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 150 O OPTIMIZE 181 optional additional equipment carrying case 139 Noteworthy computer lock cable 85 overlay cursor control 93 P password creating 208 disabling 209 hard disk drive 207 instant 209, 210 power-on 207 types 207 user...
... Index resetting port to default settings 148 upgrading 148 modes Hibernation 109 Stand By 109 module Bluetooth 152 Wi-Fi 152 monitor adjusting display 81 connecting 78 not working 232 mouse connecting USB-compatible 73 moving the computer 85 N network accessing 150 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 150 O OPTIMIZE 181 optional additional equipment carrying case 139 Noteworthy computer lock cable 85 overlay cursor control 93 P password creating 208 disabling 209 hard disk drive 207 instant 209, 210 power-on 207 types 207 user...
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... Device Manager 226 disabling a device 227 disk drive is slow 235 display is blank 232 external display not working 234 external monitor 232 faulty memory 228 hardware conflict 224, 225 high-pitched noise 238 illegal operation 218 Internet bookmarked site not found 223 Internet connection is slow 223 keyboard not responding 220 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 234 modem not receiving or transmitting 243 no sound 238 non-system disk or disk error 221, 236 PC Card...
... Device Manager 226 disabling a device 227 disk drive is slow 235 display is blank 232 external display not working 234 external monitor 232 faulty memory 228 hardware conflict 224, 225 high-pitched noise 238 illegal operation 218 Internet bookmarked site not found 223 Internet connection is slow 223 keyboard not responding 220 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 234 modem not receiving or transmitting 243 no sound 238 non-system disk or disk error 221, 236 PC Card...