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.... or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on this , it unlawful for information. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of...
.... or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on this , it unlawful for information. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of...
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... a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 67 Installing drivers and applications 68 Using the TouchPad 68 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 69 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 70 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 72 Connecting...
... a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 67 Installing drivers and applications 68 Using the TouchPad 68 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 69 Using external display devices 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 70 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 72 Connecting...
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.... If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in slot A. If only one or two memory modules. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data...
.... If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in slot A. If only one or two memory modules. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data...
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... memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover...
... memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 55 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can damage the memory module. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover...
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..., the Sleep configuration will be saved. You can damage the computer and the memory module. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you need to work. Removing a memory module If you turn it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables...
..., the Sleep configuration will be saved. You can damage the computer and the memory module. If you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you need to work. Removing a memory module If you turn it correctly as described in memory will not be lost. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables...
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... the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your permission. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to work. otherwise, click Cancel. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the...
... the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your permission. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to work. otherwise, click Cancel. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the...
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... Mouse Properties dialog box. Check your computer if you are two active regions on page 209. To change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. The function of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to a live electrical outlet. Getting Started Using external display devices 69 Scrolling with the TouchPad...
... Mouse Properties dialog box. Check your computer if you are two active regions on page 209. To change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. The function of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to a live electrical outlet. Getting Started Using external display devices 69 Scrolling with the TouchPad...
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... Electronics Control) is selected using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the TV when the HDMI output is a standard in the CE Industry which can allow you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE Some modes are only available with display options...
... Electronics Control) is selected using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the TV when the HDMI output is a standard in the CE Industry which can allow you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE Some modes are only available with display options...
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... ports even when the power of this function. To change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. For normal use . ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers. Changing the setting to Enabled enables the use of the computer is turned OFF. ❖ USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the USB bus power...
... ports even when the power of this function. To change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click on the USB tab. For normal use . ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers. Changing the setting to Enabled enables the use of the computer is turned OFF. ❖ USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the USB bus power...
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..."USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to use this happens, change will not work. Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- If you want to a USB port that you restart your system. If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. Any options that does not have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ); Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- When this function in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be displayed on the external devices connected to Disabled...
..."USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to use this happens, change will not work. Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- If you want to a USB port that you restart your system. If all USB ports have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available. Any options that does not have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ); Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- When this function in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be displayed on the external devices connected to Disabled...
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... installing a new program or adding a device. If you change your computer model. The voltage level must be able to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Using Startup options to fix problems...
... installing a new program or adding a device. If you change your computer model. The voltage level must be able to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to start from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... about Device Manager, refer to Windows® online Help. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 53, and making sure the module is not using functions. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 58. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one memory module installed for the error again...
... about Device Manager, refer to Windows® online Help. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 53, and making sure the module is not using functions. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that appear in "Installing a memory module" on page 58. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the dialog box vary from one memory module installed for the error again...
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... a new battery pack, see your software using the hard disk more? If you are using a different make sure the software you frequently repeat shallow charge and discharge, the battery meter may be replaced. This is on page 112). The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Keyboard problems If, when you connected may be defective or incompatible with the computer. Have you added a device, such as it again. Is the display power set...
... a new battery pack, see your software using the hard disk more? If you are using a different make sure the software you frequently repeat shallow charge and discharge, the battery meter may be replaced. This is on page 112). The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Keyboard problems If, when you connected may be defective or incompatible with the computer. Have you added a device, such as it again. Is the display power set...
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... the display options. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will restart and recognize the device. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you have gone into a working . Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and...
... the display options. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will restart and recognize the device. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key. If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. If you have gone into a working . Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and...
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... on the screen. It should be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Modem problems (Available on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. Make sure the cable from the way they print it will not receive or transmit properly. The modem is firmly connected to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com...
... on the screen. It should be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Modem problems (Available on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. Make sure the cable from the way they print it will not receive or transmit properly. The modem is firmly connected to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com...
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... devices are connected to Disabled. ❖ Make sure that you have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available or disable the "USB Sleep and Charge function" in Sleep mode or Hibernation mode. If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 193 3 Install one or more of the following methods. ❖ Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected. ❖ Connect external devices after turning OFF the computer. Cannot use a USB port that support the "USB Sleep and Charge function." A connected eSATA device...
... devices are connected to Disabled. ❖ Make sure that you have a non-Sleep and Charge USB port available or disable the "USB Sleep and Charge function" in Sleep mode or Hibernation mode. If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 193 3 Install one or more of the following methods. ❖ Change the Enabled mode setting. ❖ Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected. ❖ Connect external devices after turning OFF the computer. Cannot use a USB port that support the "USB Sleep and Charge function." A connected eSATA device...
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... area and connected by a communications link that activates a memory resident program. Memory cache built into the processor to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any other services. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. A group of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . See device. K keyboard shortcut...
... area and connected by a communications link that activates a memory resident program. Memory cache built into the processor to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any other services. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. A group of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . See device. K keyboard shortcut...
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... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 49, 108 charge not lasting 175 charging 47, 49 conserving power 111 disposal 118 low charge 110 monitoring power 49, 108 not charging 174 notifications 110 power plan 203 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 52 start 123 C CD, using 97 character keys 89 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 172 click 69 communications network connection 125 set...
... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 49, 108 charge not lasting 175 charging 47, 49 conserving power 111 disposal 118 low charge 110 monitoring power 49, 108 not charging 174 notifications 110 power plan 203 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 135 button power 52 start 123 C CD, using 97 character keys 89 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 172 click 69 communications network connection 125 set...
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... connecting to a power source 47 connection set up 125 control buttons 69 Ctrl keys 90 D desktop creating new icon 122 major features 122 desktop exploration 121 desktop icons 122 Device Manager 172 checking properties 172 devices keyboard 72 mouse 72 Disk Defragmenter 179 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 179 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 178 running slow 179 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 connecting 74 external, connecting 74 display...
... connecting to a power source 47 connection set up 125 control buttons 69 Ctrl keys 90 D desktop creating new icon 122 major features 122 desktop exploration 121 desktop icons 122 Device Manager 172 checking properties 172 devices keyboard 72 mouse 72 Disk Defragmenter 179 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 179 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 178 running slow 179 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 connecting 74 external, connecting 74 display...
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... monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 176 mouse installing 72 mouse utility 149 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O Opening the display panel 50 optical disc positioning 100 optical discs handling 100 inserting 99 removing 102, 103 optical drive problems 180 troubleshooting 180 using 97 optical media recording 102 other documentation 40 overlay keys 91 P password deleting a supervisor 145 disabling a user 146 setting a user 145 supervisor set up 144 types 143 passwords instant, using 143 setting 143 port...
... monitor 69 connecting 69 not working 176 mouse installing 72 mouse utility 149 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O Opening the display panel 50 optical disc positioning 100 optical discs handling 100 inserting 99 removing 102, 103 optical drive problems 180 troubleshooting 180 using 97 optical media recording 102 other documentation 40 overlay keys 91 P password deleting a supervisor 145 disabling a user 146 setting a user 145 supervisor set up 144 types 143 passwords instant, using 143 setting 143 port...