Toshiba A300 Password, Keyboard, LCD panel, garbled, monitor, No display, closing it, The Keyboard, the LCD screen, produce numbers, Some letter keys, Markings appear on

A300

Password

ProblemProcedure

Cannot enter password Refer to the Password section in Chapter 7, HWSetup and Passwords.

Keyboard

Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard and Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords.

Problem	Procedure
Some letter keys	Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not
produce numbers	selected. Press FN + F10 and try typing again.
Output to screen is	Make sure the software you are using is not
garbled	remapping the keyboard. Remapping involves
	reassigning the meaning of each key. See your
	software’s documentation.
	If you are still unable to use the keyboard,
	consult your dealer

LCD panel

Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer’s setup. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, for more information.

Problem	Procedure
No display	Press hot keys FN + F5 to change the display
	priority, to make sure it is not set for an external
	monitor.
Markings appear on	They might have come from contact with the
the LCD screen.	keyboard or touchpad. Try wiping the LCD gently
	with a clean dry cloth. If markings remain, use
	LCD cleaner. Be sure to let the LCD dry before
	closing it.

Problems above remain unresolved or other problems occur

Refer to your software’s documentation to determine if the software is causing the difficulty.

Contact your dealer if the problems continue.

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