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..., DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF. 2 Model: Satellite P25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may lose data or suffer other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES...
..., DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF. 2 Model: Satellite P25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may lose data or suffer other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES...
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... 46 Precautions 49 Setting up your computer 51 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........53 Adding external devices 53 Connecting the AC adapter 54 Charging the main battery 56 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 57 Turning on the power 57 Using the TouchPad 58 Control buttons 59 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 59 Installing additional memory (optional 60 Removing a memory module 64 Connecting a mouse 65 Connecting a printer 65 Setting up a printer 66...
... 46 Precautions 49 Setting up your computer 51 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........53 Adding external devices 53 Connecting the AC adapter 54 Charging the main battery 56 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 57 Turning on the power 57 Using the TouchPad 58 Control buttons 59 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 59 Installing additional memory (optional 60 Removing a memory module 64 Connecting a mouse 65 Connecting a printer 65 Setting up a printer 66...
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... on the Internet 158 Exploring video features 159 Changing the display properties setting 159 Display settings hot key 160 Exploring audio features 160 Recording sounds 160 Using a microphone 161 Adjusting recording settings 162 Using external speakers or headphones..........162 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse.........163 Using the Modular Bay 163 Removing a module from the Modular Bay.....163 Inserting a module into the Modular Bay ........165 Using PC Cards 165 PC Card supporting software 165 Inserting PC Cards 166 Removing PC Cards 167 Hot swapping 168...
... on the Internet 158 Exploring video features 159 Changing the display properties setting 159 Display settings hot key 160 Exploring audio features 160 Recording sounds 160 Using a microphone 161 Adjusting recording settings 162 Using external speakers or headphones..........162 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse.........163 Using the Modular Bay 163 Removing a module from the Modular Bay.....163 Inserting a module into the Modular Bay ........165 Using PC Cards 165 PC Card supporting software 165 Inserting PC Cards 166 Removing PC Cards 167 Hot swapping 168...
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... you need further assistance 193 Before you call 194 Contacting Toshiba 194 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 195 Appendix A: Hot Keys 199 Instant password security 199 Without a password 199 With a password 199 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 200 Sound 201 Power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 Hibernation mode 203 Display modes 204 Display modes 204 Enabling a wireless device 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 205 Keyboard hot keys 206 Appendix B: Power Cable...
... you need further assistance 193 Before you call 194 Contacting Toshiba 194 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 195 Appendix A: Hot Keys 199 Instant password security 199 Without a password 199 With a password 199 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 200 Sound 201 Power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 Hibernation mode 203 Display modes 204 Display modes 204 Enabling a wireless device 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 205 Keyboard hot keys 206 Appendix B: Power Cable...
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... connect an external monitor. The USB standard allows hot swapping of the CPU, do not block the cooling vents. To prevent possible overheating of peripherals. The LAN port (RJ-45 jack) provides access to perform at maximum speed. The cooling vent prevents the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps for cabling...
... connect an external monitor. The USB standard allows hot swapping of the CPU, do not block the cooling vents. To prevent possible overheating of peripherals. The LAN port (RJ-45 jack) provides access to perform at maximum speed. The cooling vent prevents the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps for cabling...
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... mode, data will be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see "Hot Keys" on page 199). If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The Mouse Properties window appears. 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. 60 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys...
... mode, data will be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see "Hot Keys" on page 199). If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The Mouse Properties window appears. 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. 60 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys...
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... space with a Wi-Fi Mini PCI module. 7 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging. 8 Holding the memory module by its gold connector bar (on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the expansion memory slot cover. Do not force the module into place. The memory module should be careful not to touch its edges so that the gold...
... space with a Wi-Fi Mini PCI module. 7 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging. 8 Holding the memory module by its gold connector bar (on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the expansion memory slot cover. Do not force the module into place. The memory module should be careful not to touch its edges so that the gold...
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... memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. 64 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 11 Replace the screws and tighten them. 12 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 13 Turn on page 60. 2 Gently push the memory locks...
... memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on the computer. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. 64 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 11 Replace the screws and tighten them. 12 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 13 Turn on page 60. 2 Gently push the memory locks...
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Windows® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you are using. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . For more information, see your program documentation. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the computer. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - Used in combination...
Windows® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you are using. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . For more information, see your program documentation. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the computer. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - Used in combination...
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156 Exploring Your Options An overview of computers around the world connected by communications lines. The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and millions of using a specific Internet protocol called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with an Internet Service Provider ❖ Getting started ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from anywhere in the world. The...
156 Exploring Your Options An overview of computers around the world connected by communications lines. The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and millions of using a specific Internet protocol called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with an Internet Service Provider ❖ Getting started ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from anywhere in the world. The...
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... the Safely Remove Hardware You can connect an external monitor to the computer itself. 1 Turn off the computer. Removing a module from this list that did not come with your notebook as cables, attached to your computer, or to the RGB (monitor) port. You can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to one of the three USB ports. You can connect an external USB-compatible keyboard and a USB-compatible mouse...
... the Safely Remove Hardware You can connect an external monitor to the computer itself. 1 Turn off the computer. Removing a module from this list that did not come with your notebook as cables, attached to your computer, or to the RGB (monitor) port. You can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to one of the three USB ports. You can connect an external USB-compatible keyboard and a USB-compatible mouse...
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... stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of Card and Socket Services, you should use . Other cards may work with your PC Card comes with the PC Card to see if it conforms to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your dealer. a set up and use the files included in the operating system. Check the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the...
... stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of Card and Socket Services, you should use . Other cards may work with your PC Card comes with the PC Card to see if it conforms to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your dealer. a set up and use the files included in the operating system. Check the documentation that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the...
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... this, use the options in the Startup menu. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may have to start . ❖ The operating system responds...
... this, use the options in the Startup menu. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you may have to start . ❖ The operating system responds...
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... registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard. If it . Press any key to any of the keys. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank...
... registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard. If it . Press any key to any of the keys. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank...
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... Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. See also diskette. hot swapping - A small image displayed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. Their function is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. ground - hardware - Compare software. It has a potential of an electric circuit are connected. Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are removable. high...
... Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as drive C. See also diskette. hot swapping - A small image displayed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. Their function is usually fixed, but some computers have the operating system automatically recognize the change. ground - hardware - Compare software. It has a potential of an electric circuit are connected. Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are removable. high...
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... windows 127 hot key display modes 204 display settings 160 power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 wireless mode 205 hot keys display modes 204 instant password 199 keyboard functions 206 sound 201 hot swapping 165 precautions 168 Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) 156 I icon 116 desktop 117 moving to desktop 117 naming 124 safety 32 indicator panel keyboard 42 infrared port 39 inserting CDs and DVDs 85 PC Cards 166 installing main battery 109 interference statement 13 Internal/External mode 184 Internet...
... windows 127 hot key display modes 204 display settings 160 power usage mode 201 Stand by mode 202 wireless mode 205 hot keys display modes 204 instant password 199 keyboard functions 206 sound 201 hot swapping 165 precautions 168 Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) 156 I icon 116 desktop 117 moving to desktop 117 naming 124 safety 32 indicator panel keyboard 42 infrared port 39 inserting CDs and DVDs 85 PC Cards 166 installing main battery 109 interference statement 13 Internal/External mode 184 Internet...
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... control mode 42 disk activity 42 DVD-ROM/multifunction drive 42 hard disk drive 42, 58 numeric mode 43 on/off 41 lock slot 39 M main battery changing 109 removing 109 memory problem solving 179 removing 64 removing expansion slot cover 62 memory cards SD 38 memory module inserting 63 removing 64 microphone jack 39 Microsoft Internet Explorer 90 Microsoft Windows XP 115 minimizing 127 modem determining COM port 152 port 38, 90 problem solving 192 resetting port to default settings 152 upgrading 152 modem, using 90 modular bay 163 monitor connecting...
... control mode 42 disk activity 42 DVD-ROM/multifunction drive 42 hard disk drive 42, 58 numeric mode 43 on/off 41 lock slot 39 M main battery changing 109 removing 109 memory problem solving 179 removing 64 removing expansion slot cover 62 memory cards SD 38 memory module inserting 63 removing 64 microphone jack 39 Microsoft Internet Explorer 90 Microsoft Windows XP 115 minimizing 127 modem determining COM port 152 port 38, 90 problem solving 192 resetting port to default settings 152 upgrading 152 modem, using 90 modular bay 163 monitor connecting...
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... battery not charging 180 can't access disc 186 changing display properties 183 checking device properties 178 compact discs not running correctly 186 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 189 computer will not power up 172 contacting Toshiba 194 corrupted/damaged data files 185 Device Manager 177 disabling a device 178 disk drive is slow 185 display is blank 182 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive drive tray doesn't eject 186 external display not working 184 external keyboard not working 182 external monitor...
... battery not charging 180 can't access disc 186 changing display properties 183 checking device properties 178 compact discs not running correctly 186 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 189 computer will not power up 172 contacting Toshiba 194 corrupted/damaged data files 185 Device Manager 177 disabling a device 178 disk drive is slow 185 display is blank 182 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive drive tray doesn't eject 186 external display not working 184 external keyboard not working 182 external monitor...
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... 185 screen does not look right/flickers 183 system resources 176 Touchpad not responding 172 trouble prevention 192 URL address not found 174 using Startup options 173 warning resume failure 172 Windows XP not working 173 programs closing 130 not running correctly 185 starting 78 Web browsers 156 properties 134 R recharging main battery 103 RTC battery 104 recording adjusting quality 162 sounds 160 Recovery media...
... 185 screen does not look right/flickers 183 system resources 176 Touchpad not responding 172 trouble prevention 192 URL address not found 174 using Startup options 173 warning resume failure 172 Windows XP not working 173 programs closing 130 not running correctly 185 starting 78 Web browsers 156 properties 134 R recharging main battery 103 RTC battery 104 recording adjusting quality 162 sounds 160 Recovery media...
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... mode hot key 202 Standby 91, 93 low battery 107 mode 41 restarting 99 using 98 Start button 117 starting a program 78 starting up the computer from Standby 99 Startup menu problem solving 173 support for Windows 117 S-video 37 system indicator panel 41 System Restore 139 System Tools 139 system tray 118 T taskbar 117, 127 customizing 145 telephone line connecting the modem 90 text file 122 toolbars displaying in a window 150 Toshiba...
... mode hot key 202 Standby 91, 93 low battery 107 mode 41 restarting 99 using 98 Start button 117 starting a program 78 starting up the computer from Standby 99 Startup menu problem solving 173 support for Windows 117 S-video 37 system indicator panel 41 System Restore 139 System Tools 139 system tray 118 T taskbar 117, 127 customizing 145 telephone line connecting the modem 90 text file 122 toolbars displaying in a window 150 Toshiba...