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2 Contents Introduction 19 Setting up your computer and getting started 20 Adding memory (optional 24 Your computer's TFT display 30 Inserting a PC Card 30 Removing a PC Card 31 Learning the basics 31 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 32 Using the TouchPad 32 Using the optical drive 33 Moving the computer 36 Mobile computing 36 Taking care of your battery 40 If something goes wrong 43 If you need further assistance 46 Power cord/cable connectors 47 Features and specifications 47 Index 48
2 Contents Introduction 19 Setting up your computer and getting started 20 Adding memory (optional 24 Your computer's TFT display 30 Inserting a PC Card 30 Removing a PC Card 31 Learning the basics 31 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 32 Using the TouchPad 32 Using the optical drive 33 Moving the computer 36 Mobile computing 36 Taking care of your battery 40 If something goes wrong 43 If you need further assistance 46 Power cord/cable connectors 47 Features and specifications 47 Index 48
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..., NETWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF. Model: Tecra® M5 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you have purchased is not designed for any other reproductive harm. "Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections to...
..., NETWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF. Model: Tecra® M5 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you have purchased is not designed for any other reproductive harm. "Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections to...
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... be used with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation. You may result in temporary interruption of operation of the Access Point in order to the radio standard by any radar system in the following table. Do not use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapter This...
... be used with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation. You may result in temporary interruption of operation of the Access Point in order to the radio standard by any radar system in the following table. Do not use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapter This...
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... table. When you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one another. Do not use Bluetooth cards from your network connection. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and...
... table. When you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one another. Do not use Bluetooth cards from your network connection. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and...
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..., the memory module may be hot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. The operating system turns off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the Start menu. Allow the module to cool to the computer, including the AC adaptor. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small...
..., the memory module may be hot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. The operating system turns off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the Start menu. Allow the module to cool to the computer, including the AC adaptor. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small...
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... removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the computer. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing 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. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 26 Adding memory (optional) 4 Remove the main battery...
... removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the computer. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing 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. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 26 Adding memory (optional) 4 Remove the main battery...
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.... If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on page 29. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. Adding memory (optional) 27 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector.
.... If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on page 29. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the matching key in the socket. Adding memory (optional) 27 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector.
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... on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 40. 16 Turn the computer right side up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample...
... on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 40. 16 Turn the computer right side up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample...
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... and open the memory module slot cover. If one of the slot. The memory module pops up slightly. The following screen appears when you must have at which time Windows® should boot back up normally. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, then press Enter. Removing a memory module If you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is in memory will not be saved. If your hard drive...
... and open the memory module slot cover. If one of the slot. The memory module pops up slightly. The following screen appears when you must have at which time Windows® should boot back up normally. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, then press Enter. Removing a memory module If you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is in memory will not be saved. If your hard drive...
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...'s PC Card slot. Inserting a PC Card Before you need to see "Inserting a charged battery" on your computer. ExpressCard slot PC Card slot (Sample Illustration) Inserting a PC Card 3 When the card is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly but gently to work. 30 Your computer's TFT display 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it . Any small bright dots...
...'s PC Card slot. Inserting a PC Card Before you need to see "Inserting a charged battery" on your computer. ExpressCard slot PC Card slot (Sample Illustration) Inserting a PC Card 3 When the card is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly but gently to work. 30 Your computer's TFT display 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it . Any small bright dots...
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... all new files for viruses. ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a message will lose all work stays in the Notification Area and then selecting the PC Card device. If you will tell you save feature that no applications or system services are working, you do not let the Windows® operating...
... all new files for viruses. ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a message will lose all work stays in the Notification Area and then selecting the PC Card device. If you will tell you save feature that no applications or system services are working, you do not let the Windows® operating...
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... right mouse button ("right-clicking"). For optimum DVD performance, it into place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that last region. TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical drive is , the drive will be disabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box. The function of the TouchPad. Using the optical drive 33...
... right mouse button ("right-clicking"). For optimum DVD performance, it into place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that last region. TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical drive is , the drive will be disabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box. The function of the TouchPad. Using the optical drive 33...
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...) Optical drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is in -use indicator light is glowing. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to press the manual eject button. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). 4 Grasp the tray and pull it . Never use a pencil to release the disc tray when the power is off . 2 Make sure the drive's in-use . Continuous exposure to listen, turn off the...
...) Optical drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is in -use indicator light is glowing. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to press the manual eject button. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). 4 Grasp the tray and pull it . Never use a pencil to release the disc tray when the power is off . 2 Make sure the drive's in-use . Continuous exposure to listen, turn off the...
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... is fully open, remove the disc, and place it in its display panel or by computer users: ❖ EasyGuard Protect and Fix-to fortify vital information and vulnerable components against loss, theft or viral attack. ❖ EasyGuard Connect-to help users establish a reliable wired or wireless connection effortlessly and quickly. ❖ EasyGuard Optimize-to enable users to customize system settings to press the manual eject button. Pencil...
... is fully open, remove the disc, and place it in its display panel or by computer users: ❖ EasyGuard Protect and Fix-to fortify vital information and vulnerable components against loss, theft or viral attack. ❖ EasyGuard Connect-to help users establish a reliable wired or wireless connection effortlessly and quickly. ❖ EasyGuard Optimize-to enable users to customize system settings to press the manual eject button. Pencil...
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... turned off , even when AC power is normal for procedures. Published battery life numbers are achieved on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at the time of publication. However, for up to fully discharge the battery periodically. Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge...
... turned off , even when AC power is normal for procedures. Published battery life numbers are achieved on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at the time of publication. However, for up to fully discharge the battery periodically. Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge...
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... AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off the cursor control mode light, or Fn + F11 to turn on returns you to activate the screen. Refer to the software documentation and check that the computer is on , press Fn + F10 to turn off , make sure the software you are using an AC adaptor...
... AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off the cursor control mode light, or Fn + F11 to turn on returns you to activate the screen. Refer to the software documentation and check that the computer is on , press Fn + F10 to turn off , make sure the software you are using an AC adaptor...
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... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into the slot. PC Card problems PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is not set for the built-in the electronic user's guide for information about how to increase the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. If you are securely connected. Small bright dots...
... are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into the slot. PC Card problems PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is not set for the built-in the electronic user's guide for information about how to increase the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. If you are securely connected. Small bright dots...
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... PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click the appropriate PC Card. See "Fixing a problem with a PC Card slot is not required to make sure each card is available, try the card in the electronic user's guide for their assistance. If you need further assistance If you contact Toshiba Since some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears...
... PC Card status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Device Manager. 2 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 3 Double-click the appropriate PC Card. See "Fixing a problem with a PC Card slot is not required to make sure each card is available, try the card in the electronic user's guide for their assistance. If you need further assistance If you contact Toshiba Since some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears...
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.../cable 23 printer 23 control buttons TouchPad 33 D DC-IN 23 display problems screen is blank 47 Dual Mode Pad using 33 E eject button optical drive 36 F files backing up 32 saving 31 I inserting CD/DVD 36 PC Cards 30 installing main battery 40, 42 memory module 24 K keyboard unexpected characters 47 keyboard problems not working 46 L lights AC power 21 M main battery changing 40 installing 40, 42 removing 41 memory module installing 24 inserting into socket 27 removing 29 memory module slot 25 removing cover 26 monitor problems monitor...
.../cable 23 printer 23 control buttons TouchPad 33 D DC-IN 23 display problems screen is blank 47 Dual Mode Pad using 33 E eject button optical drive 36 F files backing up 32 saving 31 I inserting CD/DVD 36 PC Cards 30 installing main battery 40, 42 memory module 24 K keyboard unexpected characters 47 keyboard problems not working 46 L lights AC power 21 M main battery changing 40 installing 40, 42 removing 41 memory module installing 24 inserting into socket 27 removing 29 memory module slot 25 removing cover 26 monitor problems monitor...
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... battery 40 O optical drive eject button 36 inserting a disc 36 removing disc 37 using 35 P PC Card inserting 30 removing 31 PC Card problems 48 computer stops working 48 slot appears dead 48 power cable connectors 50 cord/cable 23 power problems computer will not start 46 precautions 20 primary button TouchPad 33 printer connecting 23 problem solving computer hangs when PC Card inserted 48 computer will not start 46 contacting Toshiba 49 display is blank 47 external monitor...
... battery 40 O optical drive eject button 36 inserting a disc 36 removing disc 37 using 35 P PC Card inserting 30 removing 31 PC Card problems 48 computer stops working 48 slot appears dead 48 power cable connectors 50 cord/cable 23 power problems computer will not start 46 precautions 20 primary button TouchPad 33 printer connecting 23 problem solving computer hangs when PC Card inserted 48 computer will not start 46 contacting Toshiba 49 display is blank 47 external monitor...