Toshiba Tecra M5-S4332 User Guide

Toshiba Tecra M5-S4332 Manual

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    Tecra® M5 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre 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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    hands after handling. Model: Tecra® M5 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA
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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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    . Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by
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    representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is
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    telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment telecommunications network protective, conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified , as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the
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    TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba , TOSHIBA believes
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    ❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as
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    subject to licensing. Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et with and/or damage this device. EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary
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    countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. NOTE The above Caution information applies to products
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    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. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment
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    what type of wireless device is in your computer. Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BMB-43/44 and AR5BMB5 Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapters This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the
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    13 802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/
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    14 Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure. 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria
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    feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation. Approved Countries/Regions for use
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    16 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN
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    use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved Regions for use Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Hong Kong Taiwan Mexico Brunei New
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    portable computers. Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth
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    /Regions for use (Bluetooth® wireless technology) Bluetooth® Card from Toshiba equipment is approved to the radio standard by the result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or
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    In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used
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    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. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment
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    drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required.
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    laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required. Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this
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    INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT
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    25 Trademarks Tecra and Accupoint and SelectBay are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow
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    Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 36 Other documentation 37 Service options 37 Chapter 1: Getting Started 38 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 42 Adding optional external devices 42 Connecting to a power source 43
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    the Recovery media 62 Installing drivers and applications 63 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 63 Using the TouchPad 64 Scrolling with the TouchPad 64 Control buttons 65 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 65 Using external display devices 65 Directing the display output when you turn on
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    Creating a CD/DVD 96 Removing a disc with the computer on 96 Removing a disc with the computer off 97 Caring for CD or DVD discs 97 Toshiba's online resources 97
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    Toshiba's energy-saver design 98 Running the computer on battery power 99 Battery Notice 99 Power management 100 Using additional batteries 101 Charging batteries 101 Charging the main battery 101 Charging the RTC battery 102 Monitoring main battery power 103 Determining remaining battery
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    card 130 Installing SD card drivers 131 Inserting an SD card 131 Formatting an SD card 132 Using Sleep or Hibernate while using the SD card 132 Removing an SD card your computer .....136 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 137 TOSHIBA Assist 138 Connect 139 Secure 140 Protect & Fix 141 Optimize
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    Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 151 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility 153 Booting from a bootable SD card 154 Mouse Utility 154 Toshiba Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 CD/DVD
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    Manager ...........183 Memory problems 184 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 Optical drive problems 190 Sound system problems 191 PC Card problems 192 Printer problems 194 Modem problems 194 Wireless networking problems 195 DVD
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    208 Using the Hot Key Cards 209 Application Cards 210 Using the Application Cards 210 Card Case 211 Hot Key functions 212 Volume Mute 212 Password security 213 Power plan 214 Sleep mode 215 Hibernation mode 216 Display modes 217 Display brightness 218 Disabling or enabling wireless
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    restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its notebook 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. 34
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    , or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use
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    Introduction Safety icons 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,
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    version of the user's guide (this document) ❖ 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 service programs to complement its
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    Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and
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    yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in service center. Computer base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual
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    40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk/disc or flash media may damage the disk/disc or flash media, the drive, or both. ❖ Keep the computer and
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    a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before 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
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    external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up display devices" on page 65) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 67) ❖ Connect an optional external disk drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 69) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards
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    's battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability
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    the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power and the battery lights on the indicator panel glow 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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    the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications
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    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 display panel 1 Slide the display latch to the
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    small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications to all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many
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    modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. NOTE
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    slots on the base of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot. The surrounding area may also be hot. Allow the module to cool to room temperature before replacing it. Avoid touching the
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    the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 109. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample
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    any static electricity you may have built up. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an
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    of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. 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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    of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 111. 16 Turn the computer
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    your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another, you must remove the top module first before
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    The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 49), and then
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    Drive Recovery Utilities NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Windows® needs your permission create an additional partition later ❖ Erase the hard disk completely ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with your computer Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs
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    drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The Toshiba Global Support Centre in the United States to the item's Name-recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. 4
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    the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen
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    Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next Recover to out-of-box-state, then click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process.
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    To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, then click Next. 2 The screen 3 Select the desired method, then click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost. Be sure you have saved
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    . 3 Click Next to begin the restoration. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on your to external media first. To resize and recover your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. 2
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    optical drive and power on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on page 58, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba
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    . 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall
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    Performs the same function as the left button on a mouse. When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, from right to left. NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your
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    Getting Started 65 Using external display devices Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click,
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    Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the setting you want takes effect. Briefly pause each time you press the F5 key to allow time for the display to change. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order (the last two options are available if an external monitor is connected
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    the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 800 x 600 your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.
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    . Setting up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to set it up for the first time. You only need
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    diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery.
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    your computer in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory) or to add an external device that does not connect using a USB is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning
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    . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and
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    72 Getting Started Turning off the computer Using the Shut Down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your work or the current state of the computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your computer.
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    Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 5 Select the options you want from Shut down if you want the computer to shut down when you close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Shut down if you
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    ) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Hibernate. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files, turns off the display, and then turns off. Configuring Hibernation mode options You can place the computer into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the
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    settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for the options you you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you want
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    into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set. Starting again from Hibernation the status of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks amber
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    the computer into Sleep mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode,
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    Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 6 Select Sleep for the options you want you want the computer to go into Sleep mode when you close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Sleep if you want
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    Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more information, see "Power Plans" on page 107. There are additional custom settings you can choose. See "Toshiba To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened
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    your computer Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located 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
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    . Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work
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    82 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails,
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    Learning the Basics 83 Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. Home PgUp End (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing
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    84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the
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    Learning the Basics 85 Using the keyboard Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. Home PgUp
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    You may need to scroll up or down to see the complete list. 2 Click the program group, in this example, Accessories. The Accessories menu is displayed. 3 Click the program, in this example, WordPad. WordPad opens. To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program
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    Learning the Basics 87 Starting a program Starting a program from Windows® Explorer If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu, you can start it from Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of your computer's contents as a hierarchy or "tree." You can easily see the
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    the Start menu's Start Search field to start WordPad: 1 Click Start to display the Start menu. The Start Search field appears at the bottom of the in the Start Search field. As you type, all matching files and programs are displayed in the Start menu. 3 Click WordPad under Programs at the top left of
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    , this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces.
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    printer(s). 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
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    your files to different types of media such as CDs, DVDs, diskettes, or to a network, if available. To back up several files at one time, use the Microsoft® Windows® discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform.
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    optical drive is located on the right side of the computer. Your optical drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is in use. Eject button-Press to release the disc
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    Learning the Basics 93 Using the optical drive Inserting a compact disc To insert a compact disc into the drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. The drive will not open if the computer's power is off. 2 Make sure the drive's in-use indicator light is off. 3 Press the drive's eject button.
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    on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are ready to
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    If you insert a CD/DVD into the optical drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the CD/ DVD manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Click the optical drive icon. The disc drive will run the CD/DVD
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    on your optical drive may not play back or operate properly on other computers or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities. Copy
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    slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products
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    Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process.
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    which may or may not be available on a particular Toshiba notebook depending on the model selected. See easyguard.toshiba.com for detailed information. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from an
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    battery may fail to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the battery, and may cause the battery (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is attached. The RTC battery power and battery modes.
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    time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings
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    power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. 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
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    because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-time clock. The
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    . 1 Highlight the power icon in the Notification Area. A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power as a percentage. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new
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    for your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off. Hibernation mode keeps track of where you were, so that
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    window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Battery to display the battery options. 5 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of
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    the computer is configured. By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Microsoft® has combined these options into preset Power Plans. Using one of these power plans lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system
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    computer. The Balanced plan is a compromise between battery time and performance. Using a hot key to set the Power Plan You may use a hot key to set the Power Plan. To set the Power Plan: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the Power Plan hot key card. (Sample Image) Power Plan hot key
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    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 74. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and
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    110 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration)
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    is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible
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    and disconnect the power cord/ cable from the power socket. Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer. ❖ Do not try to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging could damage it. ❖ Avoid touching
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    is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective 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
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    possibly result in serious injury. Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of nonconforming battery packs could generate smoke or cause fire or rupture
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    or call 1-800-822-8837. Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, U.S.A. only: Perchlorate Material - special manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba
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    , find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your
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    for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element's icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. Various icons are initially displayed on your system desktop including: Recycle Bin-Holds files you have deleted. You may be able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle
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    Windows® Help and Support ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer NOTE Whenever a procedure in this User's Guide instructs you to click Start Area The Notification Area displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background and displays notifications. To learn
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    . The Windows® operating system communicates with the modem and displays identifying information reported by the modem. If the Windows® operating system cannot communicate with the modem, it displays an error message. Consult the troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows® operating system
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    specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your network administrator. ❖ Send a fax directly from your computer For more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem, you need
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    computer system failure. Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports. Accessing
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    Maintenance, and then System. 2 Click Device Manager under Tasks on the left side of the window. 3 Double-click Network Adapter. 4 Double-click the appropriate network adapter. 5 Select the Driver tab. 6 Click Disable. 7 Click Yes. 8 Click OK. Your LAN port is now disabled. To enable the Ethernet
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    , see "Wireless networking problems" on page 195. An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet
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    . Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet
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    Internet 125 Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP's home page on the Internet probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a
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    126 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features There are several ways to upload or download data. It can be as simple as attaching a file or document to an email, or you can use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of data.
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    to be much more difficult to set up and use. Your notebook computer comes with a PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards that you can install: ❖ Type I cards ❖ Type II cards The PC Card slot supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on.
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    to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later. If the card can be removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware. 2 Locate the PC Card eject button. 3 Press the PC Card eject button once to pop it out slightly, and
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    you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online Help. Using an ExpressCard™ (Available
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    unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later. If the card can be removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware ) Removing an ExpressCard Using an SD™ card Your computer supports the use of an SD card. The card can be used with a variety of digital
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    dialog boxes may appear indicating that the driver is not digitally signed. The message may appear as "Digital Signature not found (About Secure Digital Emulation from Toshiba)." Click Yes to continue. Inserting an SD card To insert an SD card: 1 Turn the SD card so that the contacts (metal areas
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    Computer's Features Using an SD™ card Formatting an SD card To format an SD card, use the Toshiba SD Memory Card Format utility. Click on Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click on SD Memory Card Format. NOTE MultiMediaCards™ (MMC™s) are not supported by this product. Stopping or
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    and pull it straight out. 133 (Sample Illustration) removing an SD card The device name disappears only after you have physically removed the card from your computer. Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows message "copying..." disappears, writing to
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    this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately. See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay® Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to do so may result in damage
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    i.LINK® port on the left side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate). This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time
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    in and out of the office. When you return to your desk, you can then connect to your network, print reports from your computer, or use a mouse instead of your computer's pointing device. Connecting computer, see the Advanced Port Replicator III Plus User's Guide or visit pcsupport.toshiba.com.
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    ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA Security Assist ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive
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    do one of the following: ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop. ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect
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    Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree™ Connectivity Doctor ❖ Bluetooth® Settings ❖ Bluetooth Local COM Settings 139 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab
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    140 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA Security Assist (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab
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    Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 141 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Protect & Fix tab
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    142 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab
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    and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) Toshiba Application Installer screen 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. To
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    additional protection for your files. When you set a password, 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 open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily. NOTE
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    or others 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
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    . 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor Password tab of the TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 4 Click Delete. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the password, then click OK. A message displays confirming that the password has been deleted. 6 Click OK to exit
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    . 6 Click OK to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Delete. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the user password.
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    Assist icon in the Secure tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Security Assist main window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Security Assist window From the main your machine. ❖ BIOS User Password: Set up a power-on password in the system BIOS. ❖ HDD User Password: Set up a BIOS password and use the
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    Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Security Assist 149 ❖ Log on Settings-Select this category to or Hibernation ❖ Setting for closing the lid: Set up what you want your system to do when the display panel is closed or reopened. ❖ TPM Settings-Select this category to set up the Trusted Platform Module (
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    Tool Utility This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then PC Diagnostic Tool, or
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    hard disk drive (HDD) protection, and set the motion detector's sensitivity level for AC power and battery power operation. To use the TOSHIBA HDD Protection utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then HDD Protection, or click the HDD Protection icon in the Protect & Fix tab
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    . The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears. (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
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    data on the drive may be lost. 3 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, and then Utilities. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen 4 Select the drive where the SD card is located. 5 Select Read from a floppy disk. 6 Click Start. NOTE
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    see "TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility" on page 153 for instructions). 2 Verify that no floppy disk is installed in the optional external floppy disk drive. 3 Insert a bootable SD card into the SD card slot. 4 Power on the computer. 5 During the boot process, press the F12 key. The system displays the
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    icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Toshiba Hardware Setup screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Hardware Setup screen - General tab options The Toshiba Hardware Setup screen has the following tabs: ❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back
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    . Always Low-Sets the CPU speed to low when using either the battery or the AC adaptor ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button, then quickly
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    boxes and clicking Apply, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to select which applications will work with the zoom in/out hot keys (see "Changing screen resolution
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    . These buttons are located above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Support: 1 Click the TOSHIBA Button Support icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Button Support window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Button Support screen 2 Under Button Name, select the button whose
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    access the utility: 1 Double-click the icon in the Notification Area, or click the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears. 2 Click Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly for listening to
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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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    To install TPM: 1 Launch the TOSHIBA Application Installer from the desktop and install TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Installation Guide 2 Follow the directions on your screen you will need to enable the TPM feature through your system's BIOS. To enable TPM: 1 Power on your system while holding
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    does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or error-free. Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of
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    of your software. If your system supports power-on security, a Power-on button is also displayed above each enrolled fingerprint. This button ❖ Reader busy-wait for the reader to complete its operation. ❖ Problem with operation-the reader could not read your fingerprint. Swipe your finger
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    164 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility The Fast User Switching feature of the Windows® operating system is also supported. If go to Settings - Power-on Security. (This wizard is displayed only if your system supports power-on security.) 2 Check the option Replace the power-on
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    the Allow power-on security single sign-on check box. (Logon support must be enabled for this option to be accessible.) Fingerprint Management Fingerprints are stored in memory during enrollment. After a fingerprint is enrolled, it is displayed with a power-on button above it. The button appears
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    166 Toshiba security is implemented, control whether they are stored in the fingerprint device memory. After you enroll your fingerprints, they are associated with your user name of your fingerprint storage. Help ❖ Get help information-Displays this help. The help files in other languages (
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    Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 167 Elevate Administrative Privileges for User ❖ the required information only once, during Web page or dialog registration. When the window is displayed again, all the data is entered automatically when you scan your fingerprint on the reader.
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    168 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Registering a new Web page or dialog You are logged on to the computer and want to register a new Web page. To create a new registration: 1 Display a Web page you want to register. 2 Fill in the data you want to replay the next time you
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    Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 169 ❖ If the page has multiple registered forms, but there is no active form, all existing registered forms for the page are displayed. You then select the one to be replayed. Replaying a registered dialog You are logged on to the computer and
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    in the non-volatile memory. If the computer changes ownership, Toshiba recommends the following procedure screen is displayed. 4 If other fingerprint data is still displayed on the list the reader or cause reader failure, finger recognition problems, or lower finger recognition success rate. ❖ Do
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    Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 171 Observe the following before you swipe your finger on the reader, whether for fingerprint enrollment/registration or recognition. ❖ Wash and
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    . ❖ A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or recognition is accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that utility is used to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer.
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    Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then ConfigFree. ❖ Double- network, the ConfigFree icon in the Notification Area is displayed with an "X." ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems
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    174 Toshiba Utilities ConfigFree™ ❖ Status of Wireless Connection switch (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in "profiles." ConfigFree profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices.You can
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    Toshiba Utilities ConfigFree™ To create a profile: 1 Click the icon in the Notification Area. 2 Move the pointer to Profile. 3 Click Open Settings. The ConfigFree Profile Settings window
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    help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of the software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many 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
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    you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds. If you are using the
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    power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press Ctrl, Alt battery has discharged. If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed, a program or driver may have prevented Windows® from shutting down. Data stored in the computer's memory
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    .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). 4 Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet, preferably in a different room. If the computer starts normally, there may be a problem
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    right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the
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    after Description. See your Windows® documentation for further explanation. NOTE If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can
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    Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For
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    resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device double-click the device. The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which provides
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    not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is causing a problem. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one
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    Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (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 power the computer
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    Plans" on page 107). Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long
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    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 several times will advance you through
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    problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display operated on battery power, the screen will dim and
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    usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to be missing. Make sure you are
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    software. Consult your network administrator. Some programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a causing the problem. Run Errorchecking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 189). Optical drive problems You cannot
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    battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual of disc you are using. The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVD slide out." on page 191. Sound system problems No sound is coming from the computer's speakers
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    (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter
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    supported card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected. If the card is attached to an external device, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card's documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting
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    problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 68 or in the instructions resolve the problem, contact the printer's manufacturer. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Many programs display information on
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    to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking
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    is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages-these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. ❖ Verify that the network connection is configured to obtain its Internet Protocol (IP) address
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    Request Timed Out" or another error message appears in response, then the problem is probably Wi-Fi®-related. ❖ If you have enabled any security Windows® operating system adds the device to its list of available wireless networks, but does not create a wireless connection using the device, since the
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    can also cause audio problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned " on page 183 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 6 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information
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    on this feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 81 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. hard drive. ❖ Connect your computer to the office network and copy files to your network partition. Some people use a combination of these methods,
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    follow every time you experience a 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 that come with the programs and
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    have been created automatically by applications when they were installed. 4 Select the Restore Point you want to use, and then click Next. The utility displays the timestamp and description of the selected Restore Point. 5 Verify that the Restore Point you selected is the correct one. If it is not
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    on its hard drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or can not back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Support, and search for "back up."
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    complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows . 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
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    before you contact 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 group for their
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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 Global Support Centre: 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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    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 Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp
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    a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. There are two types of TOSHIBA Cards: Hot Key Cards and Application Cards. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to modify the following system functions: ❖ Mute ❖ Password security ❖ Power Plan ❖ Sleep ❖ Hibernation
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    : 1 Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen. (Sample Image) Hot Key Card display 2 Double-click the Card for the system function to be modified. The selected Card is displayed full-size with its available options below it. All other
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    refer to "TOSHIBA Button Support" on page 158. Using the Application Cards To launch an application using the Application Cards: 1 Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards display at the top of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Card display "stacked" Card 2 Click
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    211 Hot Keys Application Cards Card Case The Card Case feature allows you to choose which cards appear in the Application Card display (see "Using the Application Cards" on page 210). To use the Card Case: 1 Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards appear at the top of
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    option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume will come from the speakers or headphones. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Volume Mute options
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    213 Hot Keys Hot Key functions Password security This TOSHIBA Card or hot key locks the computer. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + (Sample Image) Security options ❖ To enable security, select . ❖ To cancel, select . The Fn + F1 hot key function
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    Key functions Power plan or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each power plan, and the power plans that are displayed by this function, are set in the Power Options window. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key
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    215 Hot Keys Hot Key functions This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Sleep mode. For more information about Sleep mode, please see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 76. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Sleep options
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    or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 74. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the
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    Hot Key functions Display modes or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the poweron display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display panel and TV simultaneously
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    Hot Key functions Display brightness This TOSHIBA Card decreases or increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. Selecting this Card or pressing either hot key displays the following options: (Sample
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    Disabling or enabling wireless devices or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless enabled-Enables the Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi® modules. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Wireless communication options ❖ To
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    or enabling the TouchPad or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on page 65. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Disable or
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    221 Hot Keys Hot Key functions Changing screen resolution or Fn + [Space bar] This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Screen resolution options Cycle through the screen resolutions, then
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    222 Hot Keys Hot Key functions Keyboard hot key functions 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 scroll lock feature on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-
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    Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS
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    The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port
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    area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 (parallel port) LSI large-scale integration MB megabyte MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface PC personal computer PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association
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    memory static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (BIOS) - See BIOS.
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    of signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the operating system when you start
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    A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility - The extent A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to
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    A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box - An on-screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user. direct current (DC) - The type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in
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    In communications, to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network. (2) To send font data from the computer to a printer. See See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) -
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    bus - The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. function keys - The keys of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your
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    such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See other on the network. liquid crystal display (LCD) - A type of display that uses a
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    local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system's logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives. M memory
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    her identity to the computer or the network. PC Card - A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral - Any device, such
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    . ROM (read-only memory) - Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. Non-volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads
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    to enter commands. T TFT display - See active-matrix display. U universal serial bus (USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up upload - To send a file to another computer through a modem or network. See also download. USB - See universal serial bus (USB). utility
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    , and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www) - The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the
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    real-time clock (RTC) 100 removing 109 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 48, 57 start 118 C CD creating 96 playing an audio 94 CD, using 91 character keys 83 charging the battery 45 checking device properties 183 click 65 communications network connection 121 set up 119 compact disc
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    190 missing files/trouble accessing a disk batteries 114 double-click 65 DVD creating 96 DVD player general problems 198 DVD, using 91 E environment computer-friendly 38 error messages device driver conflict 182 general hardware problem 182 non-system disk or disk error 179 problem with display
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    options 133 hardware conflicts 182 resolving 183 headphones using 127 Help and Support Windows® operating system 182 Hibernation mode 70 configuring 74 starting again from 76 hot key display brightness 218 display modes 217 Hibernation mode 216 keyboard overlays 222 password security 213 power
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    working 187 mouse installing 67 serial 67 mouse utility 154 N network accessing 121 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 121 networking wireless 123 Notification Area 118 O opening the display panel 46 optical drive problems 190 troubleshooting 190 other documentation 37 overlay keys 85 P password deleting
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    183 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 193 computer will not power up 177 contacting Toshiba 204, 205 corrupted/damaged data files 190 Device Manager 183 disk drive is slow 189 display is blank 187 external display not working 188 external monitor 187 faulty memory 184 hardware conflict 182 high
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    television adjusting display 67 Toshiba registering computer 42 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Assist 138 Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 63 Toshiba Hardware Setup 155 Toshiba online resources 97 Toshiba utilities 137 traveling tips 115 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 external keyboard
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    244 Index V video projector adjusting display 67 W warranty limited warranty 37 Web 124 Web sites 205 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 123 Windows Media® Player 94 Windows Media® Player icon 117 Windows® Explorer 87 Windows® operating system Help and Support 182 problem solving 180 Windows® operating
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