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... display devices 64 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 64 Adjusting the quality of the external display......66 Using an external keyboard 66 Using a mouse 66 Connecting a printer 67 Setting up a printer 68 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........69 Turning off the computer 70 Options for...
... display devices 64 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 64 Adjusting the quality of the external display......66 Using an external keyboard 66 Using a mouse 66 Connecting a printer 67 Setting up a printer 68 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........69 Turning off the computer 70 Options for...
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28 Contents Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 81 Computing tips 81 Using the keyboard 83 Character keys 83 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 84 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 84 Function keys 85 Windows special keys 85 Overlay keys 85 Using the overlay to type numeric data 86 ... 101 Creating a CD 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........102 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........103 Caring for CD or DVD Discs 103 Toshiba's online resources 104
28 Contents Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 81 Computing tips 81 Using the keyboard 83 Character keys 83 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 84 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 84 Function keys 85 Windows special keys 85 Overlay keys 85 Using the overlay to type numeric data 86 ... 101 Creating a CD 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........102 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........103 Caring for CD or DVD Discs 103 Toshiba's online resources 104
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...assign a key 157 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key 157 Viewing existing key assignments 159 Changing or removing existing key assignments 159 TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility 160 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........160 TOSHIBA Power Management 162 Preset Power ...Profiles 163 Quickly creating a new power profile 163 Customizing a power profile 164 Mouse Utility 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 167 TOSHIBA Button Controls 169 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 170 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 171 Fingerprint Enrollment 171 Fingerprint...
...assign a key 157 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key 157 Viewing existing key assignments 159 Changing or removing existing key assignments 159 TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility 160 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........160 TOSHIBA Power Management 162 Preset Power ...Profiles 163 Quickly creating a new power profile 163 Customizing a power profile 164 Mouse Utility 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 167 TOSHIBA Button Controls 169 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 170 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 171 Fingerprint Enrollment 171 Fingerprint...
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... hardware conflicts on your own .....191 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........192 Memory problems 194 Power and the batteries 195 Keyboard problems 197 Display problems 198 Disk drive problems 200 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 203 Sound system problems ...216 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 217 If you need further assistance 223 Before you contact Toshiba 223 Contacting Toshiba 224 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 225 Toshiba's worldwide offices 225 Appendix A: Hot Keys 227 Volume Mute 227 Password security 228 Without a password 228...
... hardware conflicts on your own .....191 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........192 Memory problems 194 Power and the batteries 195 Keyboard problems 197 Display problems 198 Disk drive problems 200 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 203 Sound system problems ...216 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 217 If you need further assistance 223 Before you contact Toshiba 223 Contacting Toshiba 224 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 225 Toshiba's worldwide offices 225 Appendix A: Hot Keys 227 Volume Mute 227 Password security 228 Without a password 228...
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... 232 Display modes 233 Display brightness 233 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 234 Zooming applications in/out 234 Keyboard hot keys 235 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 236 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 237 Getting Started 238 Starting ConfigFree 238 ConfigFree Utilities 240 Connectivity Doctor 240 Search for Wireless...
... 232 Display modes 233 Display brightness 233 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 234 Zooming applications in/out 234 Keyboard hot keys 235 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 236 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 237 Getting Started 238 Starting ConfigFree 238 ConfigFree Utilities 240 Connectivity Doctor 240 Search for Wireless...
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... 47. The fan draws in by creating a vacuum. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. If the fan is not blocked. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on surfaces with objects that needs to be drawn in air by...
... 47. The fan draws in by creating a vacuum. To prevent possible overheating of the computer. If the fan is not blocked. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on surfaces with objects that needs to be drawn in air by...
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...; Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 53) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 66) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 66) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 64) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer... Bridge Media Adapter Slot" on page 44. 46 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 144)
...; Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 53) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 66) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 66) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 64) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer... Bridge Media Adapter Slot" on page 44. 46 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 144)
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... and lined up squarely with the stroke of a finger. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you can check that the module is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen...
... and lined up squarely with the stroke of a finger. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you can check that the module is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen...
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... mouse to its original position. Using a mouse If you prefer to use one to your computer. 66 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may... upper-right side of the screen. The computer's USB ports support any USBcompatible keyboard. The external display device must set the resolution of the external display device. NOTE After logging on your Toshiba sales representative for additional configuration steps. If this occurs, push the Esc or ...
... mouse to its original position. Using a mouse If you prefer to use one to your computer. 66 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may... upper-right side of the screen. The computer's USB ports support any USBcompatible keyboard. The external display device must set the resolution of the external display device. NOTE After logging on your Toshiba sales representative for additional configuration steps. If this occurs, push the Esc or ...
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To keep your computer 79 Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Getting Started Caring for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth...
To keep your computer 79 Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Getting Started Caring for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth...
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Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 83 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) ...and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of...
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 83 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) ...and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of...
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...these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. editing keys; However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to simulate the Enter ... regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the program you to emulate a full-size keyboard. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your program documentation. A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl...
...these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. editing keys; However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to simulate the Enter ... regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the program you to emulate a full-size keyboard. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your program documentation. A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl...
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... called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Windows special keys Windows key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the front... and symbols on the computer. For more information, see "Fn-esse®" on page 155, or "Hot Keys" on a desktop computer's keyboard. This overlay lets you would using the 10-key keypad on page 227. Sample function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the...
... called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Windows special keys Windows key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the front... and symbols on the computer. For more information, see "Fn-esse®" on page 155, or "Hot Keys" on a desktop computer's keyboard. This overlay lets you would using the 10-key keypad on page 227. Sample function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the...
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... return to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on . The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on . 86 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Sample numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers...
... return to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on . The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on . 86 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Sample numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers...
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...or Windows® Explorer. To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. To find the file, use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is on their left front are the... Basics Starting a program 87 To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the overlay for the program on : ❖ Hold down both Fn and Shift while you have four options. The ...
...or Windows® Explorer. To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. To find the file, use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is on their left front are the... Basics Starting a program 87 To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the overlay for the program on : ❖ Hold down both Fn and Shift while you have four options. The ...
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You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. 92 Learning the Basics Saving your file to 255 characters and can contain up to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. File names are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name. HINT: To make another copy of the file you want your work Sample Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you are not case-sensitive. File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names which can include spaces.
You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. 92 Learning the Basics Saving your file to 255 characters and can contain up to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. File names are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name. HINT: To make another copy of the file you want your work Sample Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you are not case-sensitive. File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names which can include spaces.
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... AC outlet. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. When the on/off light ( ), and the power button light (above the keyboard). HINT: Be careful not to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon...
... AC outlet. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. When the on/off light ( ), and the power button light (above the keyboard). HINT: Be careful not to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon...
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... program ❖ Open a file in its associated program ❖ Display a customized folder of the device. Fn-esse® Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from which to choose Fn-esse also has several keys, known as hot... desktop shortcuts, refer to the operating system documentation that came with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to quickly access your computer. 155 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 2 Select the devices that you are ready to begin the tests...
... program ❖ Open a file in its associated program ❖ Display a customized folder of the device. Fn-esse® Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from which to choose Fn-esse also has several keys, known as hot... desktop shortcuts, refer to the operating system documentation that came with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to quickly access your computer. 155 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 2 Select the devices that you are ready to begin the tests...
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... the Hotkey Assignment icon in the selected color. ❖ Unavailable keys are light gray. There are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse screen The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with white... and keys associated with a popup list are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document: ❖ Using drag-and-drop ❖ Using the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag-and-drop.
... the Hotkey Assignment icon in the selected color. ❖ Unavailable keys are light gray. There are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse screen The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with white... and keys associated with a popup list are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document: ❖ Using drag-and-drop ❖ Using the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag-and-drop.
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..., Command Line, and Working Directory fields automatically completed. 6 Click OK to close the Add/Edit Command dialog box with the key you just selected. 157 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Using drag-and-drop to assign a key To assign a key to open a program or document: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 ...Perform the following: ❖ Using the pointing device, move the cursor over the desired key in place. Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key To assign a key to the item. 5 Release the primary button. To open the program or document, press Fn plus...
..., Command Line, and Working Directory fields automatically completed. 6 Click OK to close the Add/Edit Command dialog box with the key you just selected. 157 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Using drag-and-drop to assign a key To assign a key to open a program or document: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 ...Perform the following: ❖ Using the pointing device, move the cursor over the desired key in place. Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key To assign a key to the item. 5 Release the primary button. To open the program or document, press Fn plus...