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    NB300 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Customer Support Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes
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    read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically. If you fail LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE
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    Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio
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    . Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba
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    of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
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    radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The
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    to discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners
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    RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations.
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    FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device Authorization
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    found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless WAN is safe for use by of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
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    energy from all the antennas connected to the Wireless WAN adapter, the Bluetooth® module, and the Wireless LAN cards conforms to the FCC limit of Regulatory Information The TOSHIBA Wireless WAN Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described in
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    signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to
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    13 Approved Countries/Regions for the Atheros® Wireless Wi-Fi® Link AR5B95 Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Albania Austria Bangladesh Bosnia
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    14 Ukraine USA Yemen United Kingdom Venezuela Zimbabwe Uruguay Vietnam Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no
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    . If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. 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
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    found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth wireless technology
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    with Bluetooth wireless technology on board airplanes, or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be
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    Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR
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    Inc. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is other countries. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks part of Toshiba's commitment to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-
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    Contents Introduction 26 This guide 28 Safety icons 29 Other icons used 29 Your computer's features and specifications ....30 Other documentation 30 Service options 30 Chapter 1: Getting Started 31 Getting comfortable with your computer 31 Keeping yourself comfortable 32 Precautions 32
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    your computer with Toshiba 41 Adding optional external devices 41 Adding memory (optional 41 Installing a memory module 42 Removing a memory module 47 Checking total memory 49 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 49 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 51 Recovering
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    a program from the Start menu...........87 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer ...87 Starting a program from the Run dialog box ....88 Saving your work 89 Printing your work 90 Backing up your work 91 Restoring your work 92 Toshiba's online resources 92 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 93
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    115 Using the Web Camera 116 Using the Memory card reader 117 Inserting memory media 117 Removing memory media 118 Chapter 5: Utilities 119 TOSHIBA Assist 120 Connect 121 Secure 122 Protect & Fix 123 Optimize 124 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 125 TOSHIBA Application Installer 125
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    141 Power supply mode settings 141 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 142 TOSHIBA Accessibility 143 TOSHIBA Service Station 144 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 145 Problems that are easy to fix 145 Problems when you turn on the computer............147 The Windows® operating system is not working ..149
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    154 Keyboard problems 155 Display problems 156 Disk or storage drive problems 157 Error-checking 158 Sound system problems 159 Printer problems 160 Wireless networking problems 160 Develop good computing habits 162 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system
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    with the ENERGY STAR® logo on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy.
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    which restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its computer component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers' commitment from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality.
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    various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks in Windows® XP. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through
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    Safety icons 29 Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
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    : ❖ An electronic version of the user's guide (this document). ❖ Quick Start Guide. ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional
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    provides tips for using your computer effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is shipped with your computer, contains important safety information. Please read the safety
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    Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Do
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    rest and skin" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped disk/disc or flash media may damage the disk/disc or flash media, the drive, or both. ❖ Keep the computer and disks for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs
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    injury. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. , but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before
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    plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible
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    AC power light on the system indicator panel glows green. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
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    Getting Started Charging the main battery 37 The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main
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    38 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the
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    Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 39 Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using highprecision technology. Any small bright dots that
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    displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance
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    Warranty. NOTE To register online, you must be connected to the Internet. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 40. After starting your computer for the first time you
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    (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 40. Installing a memory module A memory module can be installed in the memory module slot on the base of the computer. You will need a small Phillips
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    battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 103. 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 secures the
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    . Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems. 9 If replacing an existing memory module, remove this memory module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on page 47. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its
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    of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 13-14. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place.
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    slot Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 15 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 16 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a
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    while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will not be saved. The following message appears when you turn on the
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    module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. Memory slot Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see
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    NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you change a memory module, you can check that the USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you to recover
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    via the AC adaptor. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored. Any files that you created are not restored during this process. Be sure to separately save the files you have created to external media using Windows
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    original factory image (returning the computer to its out-of-box state) using the utilities stored on your computer's internal storage drive or using recovery DVDs/media, if you have created such media. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. To recover using the second method
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    Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 4 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 5 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select
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    the size for the C: partition. You can resize and recover the C: drive using the utilities stored on your computer's internal storage drive or using recovery DVDs/media, if you have created such media. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. To recover using the second method
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    is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 4 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen
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    The size of drive C: field to set the partition size. 7 Click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on page 91). 8 Click Next to begin the
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    You can recover the C: drive without affecting other partitions by either using the utilities stored on your computer's internal storage drive or by using recovery DVDs/media, if you have created such media. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. To recover using the second
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    the Internal Storage Drive 57 4 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 5 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select Recover
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    recovery DVDs, please visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. It is strongly recommended that you create recovery DVDs/media. If the recovery your recovery DVDs/media. NOTE When you create recovery DVDs/media, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally
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    Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 59 To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Recovery, and then Recovery Disc Creator. The TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash
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    a USB flash drive of the required minimum capacity (as specified in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility) to your computer. All information stored on your DVDs or from your recovery DVDs/media. For instructions on creating recovery DVDs/media, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on page 58.
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    the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored. you have created to external media using Windows Backup or another backup program. For more while the computer is powered off. ❖ If your recovery files are on a USB flash drive, connect the
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    partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the process is complete, a message displays : 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs/media. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your internal
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    , select the DVD or USB Flash option on the boot menu, depending on which type of media you are using, and then press Enter. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose one of the following options on the Erase the hard
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    your work" on page 91) and created recovery DVDs/media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on page 58) before proceeding Disk Management. 5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba
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    65 NOTE Some of the TouchPad™ operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications. You can use the TouchPad™ (the small, touch and associated control buttons Refer to the table below for specific instructions on performing each operation. NOTE The pointer is the icon
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    right-click. 2 Press and release the secondary control button. This feature varies by program. Check your program documentation for specific instructions on right-clicking. (Sample Illustration) Click the secondary (right-hand) control button Scroll vertically Slide your finger along the right
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    Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ To: Scroll horizontally Do the following: Slide your finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad in the direction you want to scroll. Repeat to scroll a longer distance. Example: 67 (Sample Illustration) Horizontal scrolling active area Scroll continuously
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    click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. For help with these problems, try one or more of the following: ❖ Try adjusting your typing the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit www.support.toshiba.com, and enter the phrase "Mouse
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    Getting Started Using external display devices 69 Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect an external display device via the RGB (monitor) port. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or
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    monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only (Sample Image) Display options window 3 Release the Fn key. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also external keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse
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    instructed instructions If your printer supports Plug and instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support
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    Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer. Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could . If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. It is a good
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    Turn Off command if you are not connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have work in progress and are not connected to a network, use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings so that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you
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    mode" on page 77. Standby mode The Standby command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Standby saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in
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    off computer. The Turn off computer dialog box appears. (Sample Image) Turn off computer Windows® dialog box 2 Click Turn Off. The computer shuts down completely. Turning off the you first need to activate it using Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and
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    the computer to turn off when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 134. Once the computer is configured, you can turn it off by either pressing the power button or closing the display
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    computer, and then select Hibernate. (Sample Image) Turn off computer Windows® dialog box The computer saves the state of all open programs and to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon.
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    Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 134. Once the computer is configured, you off computer, and then select Stand By. (Sample Image) Turn off computer Windows® dialog box The computer saves the status of all open programs and files
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    to go into Standby mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 134. Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing
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    are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more information, see "Power Profiles" on page 101. There are
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    . The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure
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    some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the internal storage drive. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to
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    Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via external storage media, email, or download a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. NOTE The Windows®
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    84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not
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    on the computer. For example, Fn + F9 turns the TouchPad™ ON/OFF. For more information, see "Hot Keys" on page 173. Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in
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    you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows® Explorer. If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options click the icon for the program on your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box
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    this method, you should know the file name and location of the program's executable file (this file ends with .exe). This example opens WordPad using Windows® Explorer. NOTE If you pause with your mouse on All Programs, it will open it up. You may need to scroll up or down to
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    , double-click wordpad. The operating system opens WordPad. To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program's window. Starting a program from the Run dialog box This example uses the Run command to start WordPad: 1 Click Start, and then Run. The Run dialog box
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    for it by clicking Start, then Search, and then following the on-screen instructions. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work on see if it has an automatic save feature. Saving files 1 In your Windows®-based application, click File, and then Save. If you are working with
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    the new file a different name. File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more
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    Learning the Basics Backing up your work 91 To print a file: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now. 2 In your Windows® application, click File, and then Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the range
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    sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with
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    in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer
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    Toshiba computer. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory while running the computer on AC power. For more information about Windows® power plans, see "Power Profiles" on page 101.
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    completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. Using additional batteries If you travel and need to use your computer for many hours without an AC power source
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    . Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer's configuration settings. When fully charged, it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered
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    Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 97 To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is
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    light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Standby command). Power button System indicator lights AC power light ON/OFF light Battery light Internal storage drive light Memory card reader light Wireless indicator light Numeric overlay
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    's remaining capacity and perform its calculations. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then TOSHIBA Power Saver. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box
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    is configured. By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset Power Profiles. Using one of these profiles lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance
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    options. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then TOSHIBA Power Saver. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 2 Select your own custom profile. By changing the options that appear in the Power
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    to set the Power Profile. To set the Power Profile: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the Power Profile pop-up window. (Sample Image) Power Profile pop-up window 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the desired Power Profile. The Power Profile options are: Full Power
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    battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 77. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close
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    104 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and
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    Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 105 If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery 3 Slide the battery release lock to the
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    gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be
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    Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 107 Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack will allow better accuracy of the battery meter. To fully discharge your battery pack: ❖ Periodically, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the
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    an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. In addition, Toshiba's recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events
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    cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to
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    The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® operating system. You can use its features to start programs, find documents most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system.
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    double-clicking the icon. You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element's icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. You may see various icons displayed on your system desktop, for example: Recycle Bin-Holds files you have deleted. You may
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    use it. Start button You use the Start button to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Access Microsoft® Windows® operating system update ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find files ❖ Access Windows® Help and Support ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer Taskbar Each time you
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    appropriate System tray icon. Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, or use an online service, you need: ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet ❖ A way to connect to the ISP (for example Wi-Fi
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    114 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 160. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one
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    closer to the internal microphone. 5 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. NOTE You can only record 60 seconds at a time. 6 into the headphone jack. The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini connector.
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    Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Web Camera Application Help. Using the Memory card reader The Memory card reader supports the use of Secure camcorders, etc. To use a micro or mini SD card, an SD adapter is required. NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media. To
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    Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader 117 Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (
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    reader 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows® message "copying..." disappears, writing to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed
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    is available on your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver 119
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    Setup ❖ USB Sleep and Charge Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access TOSHIBA Assist, do one of the following
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    Utilities TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect & Fix ❖ Optimize Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree® Connectivity Doctor ❖ Start Bluetooth® ❖ Bluetooth® Settings 121 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window -
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    122 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab
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    Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 123 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Protect & Fix tab
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    are: ❖ Hotkey assignment using Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup (Hardware Settings) ❖ USB Sleep and Charge Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab
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    . For detailed information on using the utility to create recovery DVDs/media, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on page 58. TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To
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    you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. TOSHIBA supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password-Secures your key or touch the pointing device and the Windows® Logon screen will appear. Select your user name and enter your password, if any.
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    as a result of the inability to access your computer. To set a supervisor password: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor Password
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    system to complete the process. Deleting a supervisor password To delete a supervisor password: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor
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    supervisor or user password, TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you not remember it. TOSHIBA is not responsible for Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2
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    normal and does not indicate a problem. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then PC & Fix tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool window 2 Select the devices
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    HDD Protection Settings, or click the HDD Protection icon in the Protect & Fix tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window 2 Select ON to enable HDD protection, or select OFF to disable HDD protection. 3 Set
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    shortcuts and TOSHIBA's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any Windows®-based program With Fn-esse, you can assign an Fn key combination to: ❖ Open a Windows® operating system program ❖ Open a file in its associated program ❖ Display a customized
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    . (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card. 3 Select the formatting option: ❖ Quick Format ❖ Full Format 4 Click Start to begin formatting. The formatting progress is displayed in the horizontal bar in the window. 5 When formatting
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    Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then TOSHIBA Power Saver. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power
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    Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver 135 Preset Power Profiles The preset power profiles are: ❖ Full Power ❖ High Power ❖ Normal ❖ DVD Playback ❖ Presentation ❖ Long Life These profiles cannot be
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    Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Devices and Printers, click Mouse, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears. The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖ Buttons ❖ Pointers ❖ Pointer Options ❖ Hardware You
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    Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 137 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system. To access it: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then HWSetup, or click the TOSHIBA Hardware Settings
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    138 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Select the boot device by pressing the arrow keys, then pressing the Enter key. NOTE Since the system is a quick-booting system, you
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    enabled or disabled and shows the position of the USB port that supports the "USB Sleep and Charge function." It also displays the remaining USB Sleep and Charge Utility To start this utility, click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then USB Sleep and Charge. USB Sleep and Charge Your
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    140 Utilities USB Sleep and Charge Utility NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will be supplied to the compatible port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are
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    below a certain level. Use the slider at the bottom of the utility window (beneath the "Lower limit of remaining battery life" heading) to specify mode settings Your computer may provide two different charging modes, to support various types of USB devices. If your computer provides more than one
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    : ❖ Microsoft® Internet Explorer® ❖ Microsoft® Office ❖ Windows Media® Player ❖ Adobe® Acrobat® Reader® ❖ Icons on the desktop To access the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility, or click the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility icon in the
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    can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Accessibility window To use TOSHIBA Accessibility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then Accessibility, or click the Accessibility icon in the Optimize tab of
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    keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for your computer. The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to install the updates if you wish.
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    problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems Del simultaneously (once). The Windows® Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications
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    connected to a domain server: 1 Click Start, Turn Off. The Turn off computer window appears. 2 Select Turn Off from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. The button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl + C to copy the text to the clipboard.
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    the computer via software, or follow the steps if your program stops responding (see "Problems that are easy to fix" on page 145). The computer is not accessing the internal . Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. Data stored in the computer's internal storage drive may not be
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    Wrong Problems batteries" on page 95. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is no diskette in the optional be defective and will need to be replaced (see the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com). If the AC power light starts flashing, remove the
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    Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 149 If the trickle-charging does not prove effective, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com and see the Support Bulletin Step-Charging the computer's battery (click the Ask Iris® link and search for the support bulletin by name
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    change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. To open Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu) See your Windows
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    using your computer, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. To access the Windows® operating system Help and Support: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support, or press F1. The Help and Support window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field
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    If Something Goes Wrong Fixing a problem with Device Manager Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides device. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device's
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    one device to another. A Troubleshooting button is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot... A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that
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    the batteries TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Power and the (battery, optional secondary battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor or power cord/cable will neither
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    such as a memory module, that toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information. For more information on maintaining battery power, see "Charging batteries" on page 95. Keyboard problems driver.
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    the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key
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    drive problems Problems with the disk, storage drive or an optional external diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the drive or as sector errors. Sometimes a drive problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical problems are: You are having trouble
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    158 If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems Error-checking Run Error-checking, which fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 7 Click Start. Error-checking tests and repairs the storage drive. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your
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    second diskette, the first diskette (not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk or storage drive problems" on page 157). Sound system problems No sound is coming from the computer's speakers. Adjust the volume control. Try
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    the computer and the printer. Run the printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 71 or in the instructions that came with the printer. You may have connected the printer while the
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    site, the ISP's (Internet Service Provider) service may be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is loaded. To access the problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi® part of your
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    Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in new firmware releases. The Windows the case, contact that vendor's support group for further advice. Develop good Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 82 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on
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    problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals 1 Click Start, and then Help and Support. 2 Under Pick a Task, click
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    time, you can re-establish your Windows® configuration using the saved restore point. To do this: 1 Click Start, and then Help and Support. 2 Under Pick a Task, data you create and store on its internal storage drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or
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    Windows Explorer, and click OK. 3 A Windows® Explorer window will open for the blank CD. This window will be referred to as "the CD window." 4 Open a second Windows® Explorer window sites (www.microsoft.com, for example) for detailed instructions. ❖ Newsgroup files and settings-for Outlook® Express
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    of files to as many CDs as is required to hold them. The Windows® operating system also includes a Backup utility, though it does not directly support writing to CDs. For more information, click Start, Help and Support, or start the Backup utility by clicking Start, All Programs, Accessories, System
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    installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows® operating system. Always restart the Windows® installation. This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data. 2 Create
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    new hardware or software for a while, noting any new problems. Make sure that your critical applications (email, business applications supports the USB Sleep and Charge function. Ports that support this feature are identified with the ( ) icon. ❖ USB Sleep and Charge may be disabled. Open the TOSHIBA
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    for ports that support the "USB Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support
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    along with its installation media ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Customer Support Center: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273
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    92800 Puteaux Cédex France Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 USA 800-457-7777 (within the US) 949-859-4273 (outside of the
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    172 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba's worldwide offices United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 D-4-1460 Neuss Germany For more information on additional
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    Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is
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    Fn + This hot key displays the power profile pop-up window and cycles through the power profiles. (Sample Image) Power profiles The properties of each power profile are set in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 134. Fn + This hot key places
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    175 Hot Keys Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. (Sample Image) Hibernation confirmation
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    external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only (Sample Image) Display options window To use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the resolution of the external display device. Not all functions are supported on all models. Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness.
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    wireless devices will display. (Sample Image) Optional wireless devices window Select ( ) to enable Bluetooth®*. The Bluetooth®* icon displays in the System tray. Double-click the Bluetooth®* icon to activate the Bluetooth®* wizard. (Sample Image) Bluetooth® icon in the System tray Use the
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    178 Hot Keys Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad™. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on page 65. Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the
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    Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia CSA
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    Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer NOTE All references to Bluetooth® in this appendix are applicable only if Bluetooth® is available on your Doctor utility is used to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your computer. For more information, see "Connectivity Doctor
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    ® To start ConfigFree®, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. Then do one of the following: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, and then ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Taskbar. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the Hot Key
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    ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities. SUMMIT Bluetooth® Wireless LAN Connectivity
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    Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 183 (Sample Image) ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree® Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor
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    184 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities NOTE To enable or disable wireless Privacy (WEP) key settings. (Sample Image) Viewing device information If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible
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    Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 185 A triangle containing an exclamation point also appears on the Connectivity Doctor screen, and an orange frame describes the relevant location. You can also view the possible cause and solution for the problem wireless LAN and Bluetooth® devices currently
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    186 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities NOTE Search for Wireless Devices can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher. For Wi-Fi® networks, the intensity of a signal is
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    Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities Creating a new wireless connection 187 NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows® XP SP3 or later. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the Hot Key Fn+F8. For more information see "Hot Keys"
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    188 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities (Sample Image) Wireless settings screen 3 . Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth® devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless Devices option. Moving the
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    Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 189 You can connect to devices shown on the Bluetooth® map: 1 Drag and drop the device you want to connect to the computer icon at the center of the map. 2 Configured devices are automatically connected.
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    190 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities Or, you can right-click the file and select Send to Bluetooth Devices. (Sample Image) Selecting Send to Bluetooth® Devices option 2 Choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send. NOTE During a file transfer, connecting and
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    Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 191 A profile contains the currently settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set the power status of Bluetooth® antennas ❖ TCP/IP settings-includes DHCP, IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, DNS
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    ® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 11 Under Execute this program after switching, click the Browse button and select the program, file, or Web site URL that is to start after switching to this profile. For example, to have Internet Explorer® start in the Windows® operating system
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    Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 193 After you set up one or connections: ❖ Wireless LAN via Access Point ❖ Wireless LAN via Ad Hoc ❖ LAN (same subnet) ❖ Bluetooth® PAN/LAP ❖ Cross cable (Ethernet or Gbit Ethernet) To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT, click the SUMMIT icon
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    194 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities When a user joins the SUMMIT, their icon appears on the SUMMIT table. (Sample Image) Users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on
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    your Toshiba Computer Participating users must be connected by LAN, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth® (PAN). Firewall software may prevent ConfigFree SUMMIT from working tray. 2 Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. NOTE SUMMIT can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher. 3
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    Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Connect. Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad Hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection is broken and
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    Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree® Utilities 197 To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: 1 Click the icon in the System tray. 2 Use the pointing device to select the Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Settings. The
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    and use the Summit feature. To use this feature: 1 Display the ConfigFree® menu. 2 Select the ConfigFree Link option from the Direct Link Toshiba Device submenu. This action switches the computer's wireless network setting to Ad Hoc mode, and launches the SUMMIT feature. (Sample Image) Using the
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    Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch 199 Using the Automatic connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile. When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification window appears. You can then click this window to connect using the
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    200 Using ConfigFree® with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature 5 Repeat the previous step the computer connects to an SSID in a profile, a display notification window appears. You can then click Switch on the window to switch profiles. You can also set the option for having the
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    your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications
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    ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory eSATA external Serial Advanced Technology Attachment FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI-CEC High
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    203 Glossary RAM RGB RFI ROM RTC SCSI SD SDRAM SRAM SSD SVGA TFT USB URL WAN www random access memory Red, Blue, Green light (monitor) radio frequency interference read-only memory real-time clock small computer system interface Secure Digital synchronous dynamic random access memory static random
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    second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs to check unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one
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    . See also CD-ROM. CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) - A form of highcapacity storage that uses laser optics instead without moving the pointing device. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the pointing vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require
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    fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box - An on-screen window
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    disk download Windows® operating system, this refers to the left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver . DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory supports
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    computer's operating system. Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it. frontside bus - The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. function
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    hard disk in a computer is usually fixed, but some computers have secondary hard disks that also HDMI. Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping - The ability to
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    computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key disk) into memory for processing. local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk
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    and hold data permanently, such as ROM. A computer's main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM. microprocessor - See central processing unit (CPU). MIDI Compare interlaced. non-system disk - A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer. Compare system disk. O online -
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    works. Examples of operating systems are the Windows® XP, Windows Vista® Home Basic and Windows® 7 operating systems. optical drive - A of computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral - Any device
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    CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer memory is used for your computer's main memory. See also memory. Compare ROM. random access memory - See RAM. read-only memory - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk
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    is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S Secure Digital (SD) - A small, portable, non-volatile memory card used to store and transfer data between digital products, providing encryption
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    USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 also download. USB - See universal serial bus (USB). USB Flash drive - A small, portable flash memory card that a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system
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    charging 154 power profile hot key 102 real-time clock (RTC) 94, 96 remaining power 99 removing 103 safety precautions 106 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 39 start 112 C Call2Recycle™ battery 108 changing main battery 102 character keys 84 charging the battery 37 checking device
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    152 devices keyboard 70 mouse 70 Disk Defragmenter 158 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 158 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 157 running slow E ENERGY STAR® 26 error messages non-system disk or disk error 148, 159 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with
  • Toshiba NB305-N440BL | User Guide - Page 218
    Windows® keys 85 troubleshooting 155 unexpected characters 155 using 83 keyboard, external 70 keyboard, full-size 84 L light AC power 35 lock computer, using 81 M main battery changing 102 installing 102, 104 removing 103 safety precautions 106 memory adding 41 problem solving 153 removing memory
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    156 faulty memory 153 high-pitched noise 159 illegal operation 146 Internet bookmarked site not found 151 Internet connection is slow 151 keyboard not responding 147 keyboard produces unexpected characters 155 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 157 no sound 159 non-system disk or disk error 148
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    problem solving 150 supervisor password, deleting 128 supervisor password, set up 127 System tray 113 T Taskbar 112 television adjusting display 70 Toshiba registering computer 41 worldwide offices 171 TOSHIBA Accessibility 143 Toshiba accessories memory 41 TOSHIBA Application Installer 125 TOSHIBA
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    PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 130 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 125 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 133 TOSHIBA Service Station 144 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 142 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 68 disabling 68 enabling 68 using 65 traveling tips 108 troubleshooting external keyboard 155 keyboard 155
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If you need assistance:
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Toshiba’s Support Web site
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Toshiba Customer Support Center
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For more information, see
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page 145
in this guide.
NB300 Series
User’s Guide