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... of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to program this computer. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to send any message unless such message clearly contains in their equipment, operations or...
... of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to program this computer. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to send any message unless such message clearly contains in their equipment, operations or...
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... 47 Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 50 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 65 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display...
... 47 Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 50 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 57 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 64 Installing drivers and applications 65 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 65 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display...
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... Formatting an SD card 134 Using Sleep or Hibernate while using the SD card 134 Removing an SD card 134 Using the Ultra SlimBay 135 Removing a module from the Ultra SlimBay ...135 Inserting a module into the Ultra SlimBay.......137 Using an expansion device 137 Using an Optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator with your computer ..........137 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 138 TOSHIBA Assist 139 Connect 140 Secure 141 Protect & Fix 142 Optimize 143 TOSHIBA Application Installer 144 Setting passwords...
... Formatting an SD card 134 Using Sleep or Hibernate while using the SD card 134 Removing an SD card 134 Using the Ultra SlimBay 135 Removing a module from the Ultra SlimBay ...135 Inserting a module into the Ultra SlimBay.......137 Using an expansion device 137 Using an Optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator with your computer ..........137 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 138 TOSHIBA Assist 139 Connect 140 Secure 141 Protect & Fix 142 Optimize 143 TOSHIBA Application Installer 144 Setting passwords...
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... the memory module slot on the base of the Start menu. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If the computer is on may be hot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module A memory module can be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
... the memory module slot on the base of the Start menu. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may damage the computer, the module, or both. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on , begin at step 1; If the computer is on may be hot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module A memory module can be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
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The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Front of the slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 114. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can...
The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). Front of the slot. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 114. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can...
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... squarely with your computer For more information on creating Recovery media see "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on your computer without your permission. Getting Started 57 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 50), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." This is strongly recommended...
... squarely with your computer For more information on creating Recovery media see "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on your computer without your permission. Getting Started 57 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 50), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." This is strongly recommended...
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... recover your hard disk drive using the utilities stored on -screen prompts for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of recovering your system using the Recovery media" on page 64. Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 5 Insert the first blank CD or DVD into your writable optical drive when prompted. 6 Follow the on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. For more information on using the Recovery media you have the options...
... recover your hard disk drive using the utilities stored on -screen prompts for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of recovering your system using the Recovery media" on page 64. Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 5 Insert the first blank CD or DVD into your writable optical drive when prompted. 6 Follow the on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. For more information on using the Recovery media you have the options...
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... TouchPad™ is enabled by default. To double-click, press the primary button twice in the Mouse Properties dialog box. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. The function of device you are using. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you are connecting. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Scrolling with the TouchPad™ There are two active regions...
... TouchPad™ is enabled by default. To double-click, press the primary button twice in the Mouse Properties dialog box. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. The function of device you are using. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you are connecting. Getting Started 67 Using external display devices Scrolling with the TouchPad™ There are two active regions...
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... a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. 148 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Delete. 3 Follow the on a diskette or media of your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions...
... a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. 148 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Delete. 3 Follow the on a diskette or media of your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions...
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... not working correctly. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer may have to start from...
... not working correctly. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer model. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The computer may have to start from...
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... the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to work. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one memory module installed for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. Memory problems Incorrectly connected...
... the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to work. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one memory module installed for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in the lower-right part of the Start menu. Memory problems Incorrectly connected...
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... the keys on page 103. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Is the display power set to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for all batteries. Keyboard problems If, when you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that shipped with your software using is normal for your Power Plans (see your accessories information that takes its ability to the Lock button in...
... the keys on page 103. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. Is the display power set to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for all batteries. Keyboard problems If, when you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that shipped with your software using is normal for your Power Plans (see your accessories information that takes its ability to the Lock button in...
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... setting. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. Click Display settings to make sure the display priority is blank. You may have activated the instant password feature by clicking a blank area of flickering, try using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for an external monitor. To reduce the amount of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. Display...
... setting. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. Click Display settings to make sure the display priority is blank. You may have activated the instant password feature by clicking a blank area of flickering, try using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for an external monitor. To reduce the amount of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. Display...
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... the computer is connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. This mode lets you see on line). Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer. Make sure the cable from the way they print it. Make sure the printer cable is firmly connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on the screen. Make sure you could create and attempt...
... the computer is connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. This mode lets you see on line). Contact the software manufacturer for any problem with the printer. Make sure the cable from the way they print it. Make sure the printer cable is firmly connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on the screen. Make sure you could create and attempt...
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... speed. internal device - L L1 (level one) cache - Internet - A key or combination of keys that you use to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Memory cache installed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. liquid crystal display (LCD) - See also World Wide Web. The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that activates a memory resident program. K keyboard shortcut - load - 234 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature...
... speed. internal device - L L1 (level one) cache - Internet - A key or combination of keys that you use to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Memory cache installed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. liquid crystal display (LCD) - See also World Wide Web. The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that activates a memory resident program. K keyboard shortcut - load - 234 Glossary hot key - (1) A feature...
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... charging 44, 46 conserving power 109 disposal 117 low charge 107 monitoring power 46, 105 240 not charging 186 notification 108 power plan 216 power plan hot key 111 real-time clock (RTC) 102 removing 112 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 49, 58 start 121 C CD creating 98 playing an audio 96 CD, using 93 character keys 85 charging the battery 46 checking device properties 184 click 67 communications network connection 124 set up 122 compact disc...
... charging 44, 46 conserving power 109 disposal 117 low charge 107 monitoring power 46, 105 240 not charging 186 notification 108 power plan 216 power plan hot key 111 real-time clock (RTC) 102 removing 112 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 49, 58 start 121 C CD creating 98 playing an audio 96 CD, using 93 character keys 85 charging the battery 46 checking device properties 184 click 67 communications network connection 124 set up 122 compact disc...
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... connecting to a power source 44 connection set up 125 control buttons 67 Ctrl keys 86 D desktop creating new icon 120 major features 120 desktop exploration 119 desktop icons 120 Device Manager 184 checking properties 184 devices keyboard 69 mouse 69 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 190 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 71 external, connecting 71 display...
... connecting to a power source 44 connection set up 125 control buttons 67 Ctrl keys 86 D desktop creating new icon 120 major features 120 desktop exploration 119 desktop icons 120 Device Manager 184 checking properties 184 devices keyboard 69 mouse 69 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 190 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 71 external, connecting 71 display...
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... Support Windows® operating system 183 Hibernation mode 72 configuring 76 starting again from 78 hot key display brightness 220 display modes 219 Hibernation mode 218 keyboard overlays 224 password security 215 power plan 216 Sleep mode 217 volume mute 214 zooming 224 Hot Key Cards 209 Hot key functions 213 hot key power plan 111 http 127 I icon 120 desktop 120 Internet Explorer 120 moving to desktop 120 recycle bin 120 safety 37 Windows Media® Player 120 installation memory module 50 installing memory modules 49 mouse...
... Support Windows® operating system 183 Hibernation mode 72 configuring 76 starting again from 78 hot key display brightness 220 display modes 219 Hibernation mode 218 keyboard overlays 224 password security 215 power plan 216 Sleep mode 217 volume mute 214 zooming 224 Hot Key Cards 209 Hot key functions 213 hot key power plan 111 http 127 I icon 120 desktop 120 Internet Explorer 120 moving to desktop 120 recycle bin 120 safety 37 Windows Media® Player 120 installation memory module 50 installing memory modules 49 mouse...
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... resetting port to default settings 122 upgrading 122 monitor 67 connecting 67 not working 188 mouse installing 69 serial 69 mouse utility 155 N network accessing 124 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 124 networking wireless 126 Notification Area 121 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 191 troubleshooting 191 other documentation 38 overlay keys 87 P password deleting a supervisor 147 disabling a user 148 setting a user 147 supervisor set up 146 types 145 passwords instant, using 145 setting 145 PC Card checklist 193 computer stops working 194 configuring 132 errors 194 hot swapping...
... resetting port to default settings 122 upgrading 122 monitor 67 connecting 67 not working 188 mouse installing 69 serial 69 mouse utility 155 N network accessing 124 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 124 networking wireless 126 Notification Area 121 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 191 troubleshooting 191 other documentation 38 overlay keys 87 P password deleting a supervisor 147 disabling a user 148 setting a user 147 supervisor set up 146 types 145 passwords instant, using 145 setting 145 PC Card checklist 193 computer stops working 194 configuring 132 errors 194 hot swapping...
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... power button 49, 58 power plan hot key 111 power plans 109 power source 44 connecting 45 powering down using Hibernation 76 using Shut Down 74 using Sleep 78 precautions 40 primary button 66, 67 printer connecting 69 problem solving 195 printing a file 92 problem solving AC power 186 accessing disk drives 179 battery charge does not last 186 battery not charging 186 cannot insert diskette in drive 191 cannot read a diskette 191 changing display properties 189 checking device...
... power button 49, 58 power plan hot key 111 power plans 109 power source 44 connecting 45 powering down using Hibernation 76 using Shut Down 74 using Sleep 78 precautions 40 primary button 66, 67 printer connecting 69 problem solving 195 printing a file 92 problem solving AC power 186 accessing disk drives 179 battery charge does not last 186 battery not charging 186 cannot insert diskette in drive 191 cannot read a diskette 191 changing display properties 189 checking device...