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...Connection to party line service is necessary. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If trouble... make any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at (949) 859-4273. If Problems Arise If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network,...
...Connection to party line service is necessary. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number If trouble... make any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at (949) 859-4273. If Problems Arise If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network,...
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... Memory Card Format 156 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 157 Mouse utility 158 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 159 Fn-esse 161 Starting Fn-esse 161 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix 172 Problems when you turn...
... Memory Card Format 156 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 157 Mouse utility 158 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 159 Fn-esse 161 Starting Fn-esse 161 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix 172 Problems when you turn...
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... need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 Standby mode 219 Hibernation mode 220 Display modes 221 Display brightness 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 222 Zooming applications in/out 222 Keyboard hot keys...
... need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password 217 With a password 217 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 218 Power usage mode 219 Standby mode 219 Hibernation mode 220 Display modes 221 Display brightness 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 222 Zooming applications in/out 222 Keyboard hot keys...
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You will be accessed by removing and replacing the memory module in that slot. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The other memory module slot is accessible on , begin at step 1; To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that came with the computer's power on memory options, check the accessories information that is on the bottom...
You will be accessed by removing and replacing the memory module in that slot. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The other memory module slot is accessible on , begin at step 1; To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that came with the computer's power on memory options, check the accessories information that is on the bottom...
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... Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17 Restart the computer. Sample pressing down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... Started Adding memory Do not force the memory module into place The clips on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect any cables. 17 Restart the computer. Sample pressing down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into position. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-7 in memory will not be lost. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Installing a memory module" on page 56 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on...
... the power button and hold it down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-7 in memory will not be lost. You can verify that the computer has recognized it on and data in "Installing a memory module" on page 56 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on...
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... Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. 62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
... Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. 62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
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..., Standby, Hibernate, or Turn Off (see "Setting user passwords" on the left side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to keep dust and dirt out of device you are connecting. To do this , refer to your computer for your operating system and devices. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on page 150). Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Closing the display panel When you are...
..., Standby, Hibernate, or Turn Off (see "Setting user passwords" on the left side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to keep dust and dirt out of device you are connecting. To do this , refer to your computer for your operating system and devices. To do this : 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on page 150). Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Closing the display panel When you are...
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...+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Windows special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on a desktop computer's keyboard. Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols...
...+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Windows special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on a desktop computer's keyboard. Used in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols...
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... make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information. a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet...
... make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information. a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet...
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... Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. 165 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ To change the key assignment, click Direct... You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. They are: ❖ General-Allows you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive...
... Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. 165 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ To change the key assignment, click Direct... You can also access it , open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. They are: ❖ General-Allows you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. and continue as if you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive...
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... Standby mode for several hours. 176 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. For more information see "Charging the main battery" on page 175. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of time. on page 108. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive...
... Standby mode for several hours. 176 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. For more information see "Charging the main battery" on page 175. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of time. on page 108. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive...
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...; Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. The screen reactivates and allows you have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Press any key. If no password is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Holding...
...; Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. The screen reactivates and allows you have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Press any key. If no password is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Holding...
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...; If it does, the utility may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that vendor's support group for further advice. If you must use the adapter's management utility. It should be set to High Color, change the settings to fix the problem yourself. If it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety...
...; If it does, the utility may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that vendor's support group for further advice. If you must use the adapter's management utility. It should be set to High Color, change the settings to fix the problem yourself. If it is the case, contact that the Display properties are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety...
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... used to access the screen saver option. 226 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to devices. For more detailed information on setting up and using ConfigFree, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on the taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings...
... used to access the screen saver option. 226 Using ConfigFree™ with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to devices. For more detailed information on setting up and using ConfigFree, see "ConfigFree SUMMIT" on the taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings...
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... network) - 258 Glossary high-density diskette - K keyboard shortcut - hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that activates a memory resident program. The ability to perform a task instead of keys that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using...
... network) - 258 Glossary high-density diskette - K keyboard shortcut - hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that activates a memory resident program. The ability to perform a task instead of keys that enables any device to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using...
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... disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 171 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 188 external monitor not working 189 screen is blank 187 display device external 67 display modes hot key 221 display output settings 68 display panel closing 67 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries...
... disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 171 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read a diskette 191 connecting 72 external, connecting 72 display does not look normal/flickers 188 external monitor not working 189 screen is blank 187 display device external 67 display modes hot key 221 display output settings 68 display panel closing 67 display, external adjusting 69 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries...
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... problems 202 DVD-ROM drive problems 192 troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E energy saving features 106 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 58 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 69 external...
... problems 202 DVD-ROM drive problems 192 troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E energy saving features 106 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 191 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 188 program has performed an illegal operation 173 warning resume failure 175 Error-checking 190 Ethernet LAN port 129 expansion memory slot 58 exploring the desktop 123 external monitor not working 189 mouse 69 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 69 external...
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... K key assign 163 changing 164 direct assign 163 popup 164 removing 164 key assignment viewing existing 164 key assignments changing or removing existing 164 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 80 hot keys 223 not working 175 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 69 keyboard, full-size 79 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 69 L LCD power-saver 67 M memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 installation 56 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
... K key assign 163 changing 164 direct assign 163 popup 164 removing 164 key assignment viewing existing 164 key assignments changing or removing existing 164 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 80 hot keys 223 not working 175 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 69 keyboard, full-size 79 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 69 L LCD power-saver 67 M memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 58 memory module inserting 59 installation 56 removing 62 microphone 137 external, connecting...
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... password, set up 149 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 69 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 worldwide offices 214 Toshiba Hardware Setup 165 Toshiba online resources 105 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 disable/enable 171 Toshiba utilities 146 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning off the computer 66 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 54 U user password, disabling 152 user passwords
... password, set up 149 system tray 126 T taskbar 126 telephone line connecting to modem 144 television adjusting display 69 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 worldwide offices 214 Toshiba Hardware Setup 165 Toshiba online resources 105 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 disable/enable 171 Toshiba utilities 146 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning off the computer 66 turning on the computer 55 turning on the power 54 U user password, disabling 152 user passwords