Toshiba L350 Manual

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TOSHIBA Accessibility
TOSHIBA Accessibility
The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to 
create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without 
pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required. Using 
Accessibility lets you make the 
Fn key a  sticky key , meaning you 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...

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ConfigFree®
ConfigFree®
All references to Bluetooth® in this section are applicable only if 
Bluetooth® is available on your system.
ConfigFree
® is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control 
communication devices and networ k connections. ConfigFree also 
lets you identify communication  problems and create profiles for 
easy switching between locations and communication networks.
For more information on using ConfigFree, see the ConfigFree 
online Help.
The ConfigFree utilities...

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ConfigFree®
If your computer is not connected to a 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. Using 
Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by 
simply moving the mouse pointer.
The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network 
devices:
❖ Wired and wireless network devices
❖...

144Utilities
ConfigFree®
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 switch network settings 
simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings.
If you visit a client company occasionally, for example, you can set 
up a profile to match that environment and connect to the network. 
Similarly, users who access networks  in the office and at home can 
set up...

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ConfigFree®
3Click  Open Settings .
The ConfigFree Profile Settings window appears.
(Sample Image) ConfigFree Profile Settings window
4 Click  Add to start the Create Profile Wizard.  

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Chapter 6
If Something Goes Wrong
Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are 
relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require 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 end of this chapter. 
Problems that are easy...

147If Something Goes Wrong
Problems when you turn on the computer
2Click the  Applications  tab.
If a program has stopped responding, the words “not 
responding” appear beside its name in the list.
3 Select the program you want to close, then click  End Task.
Closing the failed program should allow you to continue 
working. If it does not, continue with the next step.
4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the 
program name, then  End Task.
To power off your computer:
1 Click  Start, and...

148If Something Goes Wrong
Problems when you turn on the computer
If you are using an AC adaptor, verify that the computer is receiving 
power from the external power source by looking at the AC power 
light. If the indicator is glowing, th e computer is connected to a live 
external power source.
The computer starts but when you press a key nothing 
happens. 
Verify that the active program accep ts text input. Try clicking your 
mouse on an area where you can type text and try typing again.
Your...

149If Something Goes Wrong
Problems when you turn on the computer
If you are running on battery power, it is recommended that you do 
not leave the computer in Sleep mode for long periods of time.
To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall 
outlet for several hours. For more information see  “Charging 
batteries” on page 95 . 
The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. 
Make sure there is no diskette in the optional external diskette 
drive. If there is a...

150If Something Goes Wrong
The Windows® operating system is not working
5Verify that the AC adaptor is th e correct unit for your computer 
model. The computer may not be able to start from an AC 
adaptor that is rated for less  current (amperage) than the 
computer requires, even if the  rated voltage is correct, and the 
plug fits correctly in the DC-IN socket. The labels on the 
bottom of the computer and  the AC adaptor show the 
specifications for voltage (V) and current (A) for each 
device. The...