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... display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......69 Using an external keyboard 70 Using a mouse 70 Connecting a printer 70 Setting up a printer 71 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........72 Turning off the computer 72 Options for...
... display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......69 Using an external keyboard 70 Using a mouse 70 Connecting a printer 70 Setting up a printer 71 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........72 Turning off the computer 72 Options for...
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28 Contents Using a computer lock 83 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 84 Computing tips 84 Using the keyboard 85 Character keys 86 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 86 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 87 Function keys 87 Special Windows® keys 87 Overlay keys 88 Using the overlay to type numeric data ... Creating a CD/DVD 100 Removing a disc with the computer on...........100 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........101 Caring for CD or DVD discs 101 Toshiba's online resources 101
28 Contents Using a computer lock 83 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 84 Computing tips 84 Using the keyboard 85 Character keys 86 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 86 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 87 Function keys 87 Special Windows® keys 87 Overlay keys 88 Using the overlay to type numeric data ... Creating a CD/DVD 100 Removing a disc with the computer on...........100 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........101 Caring for CD or DVD discs 101 Toshiba's online resources 101
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... help you 174 Resolving a hardware conflict 174 A plan of action 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 Optical drive problems 182 Sound system problems 183 PC Card problems 184 Printer problems 186 Wireless...
... help you 174 Resolving a hardware conflict 174 A plan of action 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 179 Disk drive problems 181 Optical drive problems 182 Sound system problems 183 PC Card problems 184 Printer problems 186 Wireless...
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...backup in the Windows® operating system 191 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 196 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 197 Toshiba's worldwide offices 197 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 199 Hot Key Cards 199 Using the Hot Key Cards 200 Application Cards 201 Using the ... 210 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............211 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Dual Mode Pad 212 Zooming applications in/out 213 Keyboard hot key functions 213 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 214 Glossary 215 Index 229
...backup in the Windows® operating system 191 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 196 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 197 Toshiba's worldwide offices 197 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 199 Hot Key Cards 199 Using the Hot Key Cards 200 Application Cards 201 Using the ... 210 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............211 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Dual Mode Pad 212 Zooming applications in/out 213 Keyboard hot key functions 213 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 214 Glossary 215 Index 229
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... the first time, do not turn on page 42. To use external power or to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your software setup choices.
... the first time, do not turn on page 42. To use external power or to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be associated with your software setup choices.
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...see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 47) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 70) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 70) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 68) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting..." on page 72) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com at that time, you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your product. Failure to complete Product Registration...
...see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 47) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 70) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 70) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 68) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting..." on page 72) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com at that time, you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your product. Failure to complete Product Registration...
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Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to ...
Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to ...
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When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive ... and then recovering it. Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering on the computer.
When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive ... and then recovering it. Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering on the computer.
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Be sure to save your information will be lost during the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. 60 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Recovering the original factory image (recommended recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to ... Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next.
Be sure to save your information will be lost during the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. 60 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Recovering the original factory image (recommended recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to ... Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next.
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... on the size of the data on the hard disk without overwriting the HDD. ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the keyboard to delete all data, then overwrites the entire HDD for security purposes. When the process is completed, a message displays informing you that all of... your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you that the HDD has been deleted...
... on the size of the data on the hard disk without overwriting the HDD. ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the keyboard to delete all data, then overwrites the entire HDD for security purposes. When the process is completed, a message displays informing you that all of... your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you that the HDD has been deleted...
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... reformats all information on the C: drive will be affected and will be deleted during the recovery process. To resize and recover your keyboard to external media first. Be sure to save your work to restart the computer. If you that the HDD has been recovered...., a message displays that all partitions on the recovered drive will be lost during the recovery process) and your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the C: ...
... reformats all information on the C: drive will be affected and will be deleted during the recovery process. To resize and recover your keyboard to external media first. Be sure to save your work to restart the computer. If you that the HDD has been recovered...., a message displays that all partitions on the recovered drive will be lost during the recovery process) and your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the C: ...
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...the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs (refer to "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on page 57): 1 Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your keyboard to restart the computer. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your optical drive and power on the.... 4 Click Next to begin the restoration. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities NOTE The size of the C: drive will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options" on page 58, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image...
...the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs (refer to "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on page 57): 1 Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your keyboard to restart the computer. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your optical drive and power on the.... 4 Click Next to begin the restoration. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities NOTE The size of the C: drive will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options" on page 58, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image...
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... finger across the TouchPad from left to right. ❖ To move the cursor with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the... of the screen. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, square cutout located in the lower portion of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of a finger. 64...
... finger across the TouchPad from left to right. ❖ To move the cursor with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the... of the screen. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, square cutout located in the lower portion of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of a finger. 64...
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... printer is then ready for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your computer. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. If a USB cable was not included with your printer, you to install the ... a mouse instead of the computer's built-in TouchPad. the printer is USBcompatible, check its documentation. 70 Getting Started Using an external keyboard TECHNICAL NOTE: To use one from a computer or electronics store. If you prefer to match the resolution of 800 x 600 or ...
... printer is then ready for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your computer. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. If a USB cable was not included with your printer, you to install the ... a mouse instead of the computer's built-in TouchPad. the printer is USBcompatible, check its documentation. 70 Getting Started Using an external keyboard TECHNICAL NOTE: To use one from a computer or electronics store. If you prefer to match the resolution of 800 x 600 or ...
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...Sleep mode To start it again by opening the display panel. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Caring for details. Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk... activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 136. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 109. Never use harsh ...
...Sleep mode To start it again by opening the display panel. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Caring for details. Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk... activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 136. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 109. Never use harsh ...
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...; Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to learn more about Sleep. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all new files for files you do not let...Sleep mode" on page 79 to conserve disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. Home PgUp End (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Turning off the computer while it is active. This precaution is especially important for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating system ...
...; Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to learn more about Sleep. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all new files for files you do not let...Sleep mode" on page 79 to conserve disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. Home PgUp End (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Turning off the computer while it is active. This precaution is especially important for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating system ...
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... simulate the Enter key on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. cursor positioning keys; However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad... Enter keys on the right side of the time, this does not matter. Your computer's keyboard has only one Enter and one of the specially marked keys allows you can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl...
... simulate the Enter key on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. cursor positioning keys; However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad... Enter keys on the right side of the time, this does not matter. Your computer's keyboard has only one Enter and one of the specially marked keys allows you can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl...
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... as the secondary mouse button Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are the 12 keys ... using. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see your program documentation. For more information, see "Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards" on page 199. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on the program you are called ...
... as the secondary mouse button Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are the 12 keys ... using. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see your program documentation. For more information, see "Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards" on page 199. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on the program you are called ...
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... on their right front are the cursor control overlay keys. To turn the cursor control overlay on . The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control ...data The keys with the numbers on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. The numeric mode light on a desktop computer's keyboard. Using the overlay for cursor control The keys with gray numbers and symbols on their left front are the numeric overlay keys. To disable the...
... on their right front are the cursor control overlay keys. To turn the cursor control overlay on . The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control ...data The keys with the numbers on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. The numeric mode light on a desktop computer's keyboard. Using the overlay for cursor control The keys with gray numbers and symbols on their left front are the numeric overlay keys. To disable the...
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... and can contain up to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can include spaces. 92 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files 1 In your...
... and can contain up to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can include spaces. 92 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files 1 In your...