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Contents Introduction 23 This guide 23 Safety icons 24 Other icons used 25 Other documentation 25 Service options 26 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 27 Making sure you have everything 27 Front with the display closed 28 Back 28 Right side 30 Left side 31 Front with the display open 32 Keyboard indicator panel 34 System indicator panel 35 CD/DVD control buttons 36 Underside 38 13
Contents Introduction 23 This guide 23 Safety icons 24 Other icons used 25 Other documentation 25 Service options 26 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 27 Making sure you have everything 27 Front with the display closed 28 Back 28 Right side 30 Left side 31 Front with the display open 32 Keyboard indicator panel 34 System indicator panel 35 CD/DVD control buttons 36 Underside 38 13
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...environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the computer for the first time...or enabling the TouchPad 54 Using the wireless mouse 55 Setting up other devices 57 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Using an external keyboard 61 Connecting a printer 61 Setting up a printer 62 Connecting a USB printer 64 Connecting a parallel printer 64 Using external display ...
...environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the computer for the first time...or enabling the TouchPad 54 Using the wireless mouse 55 Setting up other devices 57 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Using an external keyboard 61 Connecting a printer 61 Setting up a printer 62 Connecting a USB printer 64 Connecting a parallel printer 64 Using external display ...
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...the computer 68 Moving the computer 68 Using a computer lock 69 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 71 Computing tips 71 Using the keyboard 72 Character keys 73 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 73 Function keys 73 Windows® special keys 74 Overlay keys 74 Emulating a... full-size keyboard 76 Using the wireless keyboard 76 Removing the keyboard and turning it on ........ 76 Installing the keyboard to the computer........... 78 Turning off the keyboard 78 Charging the keyboard 78 Changing the battery on keyboard 78 Starting a program 79 Saving your work 80...
...the computer 68 Moving the computer 68 Using a computer lock 69 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 71 Computing tips 71 Using the keyboard 72 Character keys 73 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 73 Function keys 73 Windows® special keys 74 Overlay keys 74 Emulating a... full-size keyboard 76 Using the wireless keyboard 76 Removing the keyboard and turning it on ........ 76 Installing the keyboard to the computer........... 78 Turning off the keyboard 78 Charging the keyboard 78 Changing the battery on keyboard 78 Starting a program 79 Saving your work 80...
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... of action 209 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 210 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 211 Memory card problems 213 Power and the batteries 213 Keyboard problems 215 Display problems 215 Disk drive problems 217 DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems 219 Secondary IDE Channel DMA setting 222... Card problems 229 Printer problems 232 Modem problems 233 Develop good computing habits 233 If you need further assistance 235 Before you call 235 Contacting Toshiba 235 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 237 Toshiba's worldwide offices 238
... of action 209 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 210 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 211 Memory card problems 213 Power and the batteries 213 Keyboard problems 215 Display problems 215 Disk drive problems 217 DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems 219 Secondary IDE Channel DMA setting 222... Card problems 229 Printer problems 232 Modem problems 233 Develop good computing habits 233 If you need further assistance 235 Before you call 235 Contacting Toshiba 235 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 237 Toshiba's worldwide offices 238
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22 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys 241 Volume Mute 241 Instant password security 242 Without a password 242 With a password 242 Power usage mode 243 Stand By mode 244 Hibernation mode 244 Display modes 245 Display brightness 245 Enabling a wireless device 246 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 246 Keyboard hot keys 246 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 247 USA and Canada 247 United Kingdom 247 Australia 247 Europe 247 Glossary 249 Index 265
22 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys 241 Volume Mute 241 Instant password security 242 Without a password 242 With a password 242 Power usage mode 243 Stand By mode 244 Hibernation mode 244 Display modes 245 Display brightness 245 Enabling a wireless device 246 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 246 Keyboard hot keys 246 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 247 USA and Canada 247 United Kingdom 247 Australia 247 Europe 247 Glossary 249 Index 265
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... slot enables you to attach an optional Port Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your computer to secure it to a large, heavy object such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. Finding Your Way Around Back 29 The LAN port enables you to connect a parallel printer or other parallel device, including ECP...
... slot enables you to attach an optional Port Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your computer to secure it to a large, heavy object such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. Finding Your Way Around Back 29 The LAN port enables you to connect a parallel printer or other parallel device, including ECP...
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...CD-ROMs and play audio CDs. The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports enables you connect stereo headphones or other devices to remove the wireless keyboard. 30 Finding Your Way Around Right side Right side Microphone in jack lets you adjust the loudness of the system speakers. The 3.5 mm microphone... in jack Volume control dial USB port Keyboard release Headphone jack DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Manual eject button Eject button The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you to connect...
...CD-ROMs and play audio CDs. The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports enables you connect stereo headphones or other devices to remove the wireless keyboard. 30 Finding Your Way Around Right side Right side Microphone in jack lets you adjust the loudness of the system speakers. The 3.5 mm microphone... in jack Volume control dial USB port Keyboard release Headphone jack DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Manual eject button Eject button The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you to connect...
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... slots support up to two Type II PC Cards, or one on page 171 for more information. Left side Keyboard release Diskette drive Cooling vents PC Card Slots PC Card eject buttons The keyboard release (one Type III PC Card. Instead, use a pencil to press the manual eject button. The diskette drive... Way Around Left side 31 The manual eject button enables you to open the drive tray when the computer is used to remove the wireless keyboard.
... slots support up to two Type II PC Cards, or one on page 171 for more information. Left side Keyboard release Diskette drive Cooling vents PC Card Slots PC Card eject buttons The keyboard release (one Type III PC Card. Instead, use a pencil to press the manual eject button. The diskette drive... Way Around Left side 31 The manual eject button enables you to open the drive tray when the computer is used to remove the wireless keyboard.
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...is used with the display open Display panel Power button Speaker Wireless keyboard on/off switch Keyboard indicator panel Speaker Function keys TouchPad Primary control button Secondary control button CD/DVD control buttons Keyboard Palm rest System indicator panel The power button turns the computer on...Finding Your Way Around Front with the Fn key, activate several different system functions. The function keys, when used for the wireless keyboard when it is removed from DVD-ROMs and audio CDs. Front with your software, and music from the computer. For more information,...
...is used with the display open Display panel Power button Speaker Wireless keyboard on/off switch Keyboard indicator panel Speaker Function keys TouchPad Primary control button Secondary control button CD/DVD control buttons Keyboard Palm rest System indicator panel The power button turns the computer on...Finding Your Way Around Front with the Fn key, activate several different system functions. The function keys, when used for the wireless keyboard when it is removed from DVD-ROMs and audio CDs. Front with your software, and music from the computer. For more information,...
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...on page 245. For a description of a finger. For details, see "Display modes" on page 35. For a description of a fullsize keyboard. The lights on page 36. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of these lights, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on the system indicator panel provide information about... keyboard functions. For more information, see "Using the TouchPad™" on page 72. The computer's screen is turned off. You can ...
...on page 245. For a description of a finger. For details, see "Display modes" on page 35. For a description of a fullsize keyboard. The lights on page 36. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of these lights, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on the system indicator panel provide information about... keyboard functions. For more information, see "Using the TouchPad™" on page 72. The computer's screen is turned off. You can ...
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... arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on . 34 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Keyboard indicator panel Cursor control mode light Numeric mode light Caps lock light The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on...
... arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on . 34 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Keyboard indicator panel Cursor control mode light Numeric mode light Caps lock light The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on...
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... be no higher than a conventional chair. You should be able to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 41 ❖ If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your weight distributed...
... be no higher than a conventional chair. You should be able to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 41 ❖ If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your weight distributed...
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WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in a relaxed, neutral position while typing. ❖ Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to provide extra back support. Do not slump forward ...
WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in a relaxed, neutral position while typing. ❖ Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to provide extra back support. Do not slump forward ...
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... work ❖ Some PC Cards can become hot even if only one is being used for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately, disconnect the AC power adapter, and remove the battery. If two cards are installed, both . ❖ Keep the ... a disk can damage the disk, the drive, or both can become hot with prolonged use it is reading from objects that gets into the computer's keyboard. If you receive via diskette, email, or download from a supplier may contain a computer virus. Placing a magnet too close to help you buy from...
... work ❖ Some PC Cards can become hot even if only one is being used for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately, disconnect the AC power adapter, and remove the battery. If two cards are installed, both . ❖ Keep the ... a disk can damage the disk, the drive, or both can become hot with prolonged use it is reading from objects that gets into the computer's keyboard. If you receive via diskette, email, or download from a supplier may contain a computer virus. Placing a magnet too close to help you buy from...
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... computer 47 Adding external devices NOTE: Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 171) Before starting to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 57) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 61) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see...
... computer 47 Adding external devices NOTE: Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 171) Before starting to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 57) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 61) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see...
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... panel, don't force it beyond the point where it is ready (on line). 3 Turn on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard.
... panel, don't force it beyond the point where it is ready (on line). 3 Turn on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard.
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... move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your finger toward yourself. ❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the keyboard, is positioned, you want to click or choose an item, use the TouchPad to move it to touch and enables you can click it into...
... move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your finger toward yourself. ❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the keyboard, is positioned, you want to click or choose an item, use the TouchPad to move it to touch and enables you can click it into...
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To insert the batteries, turn the mouse over and remove the battery cover. These features can move the mouse and keyboard several feet from your system. Battery cover Wireless mouse battery location Insert the batteries and replace the battery cover. Getting ...Started Using the computer for the first time 55 Using the wireless mouse The wireless mouse, combined with the wireless keyboard, gives you more comfortable when using your computer. Scroll wheel Secondary control button Primary control button Wireless mouse Installing batteries in the wireless...
To insert the batteries, turn the mouse over and remove the battery cover. These features can move the mouse and keyboard several feet from your system. Battery cover Wireless mouse battery location Insert the batteries and replace the battery cover. Getting ...Started Using the computer for the first time 55 Using the wireless mouse The wireless mouse, combined with the wireless keyboard, gives you more comfortable when using your computer. Scroll wheel Secondary control button Primary control button Wireless mouse Installing batteries in the wireless...
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... printer to your computer. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both. Connecting a printer NOTE: Read the documentation that the keyboard is on. CAUTION: Never connect the printer cable while the computer's power is USBcompatible. Getting Started Using an external... keyboard 61 Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer provided that came with your printer, you may purchase one from an...
... printer to your computer. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both. Connecting a printer NOTE: Read the documentation that the keyboard is on. CAUTION: Never connect the printer cable while the computer's power is USBcompatible. Getting Started Using an external... keyboard 61 Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer provided that came with your printer, you may purchase one from an...
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..." on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on page 107. 68 Getting Started Caring for your computer Caring for appropriate ...chemical products to fit an antitheft lock. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Cleaning the computer To keep your computer, even across the room, make sure all external peripheral ...
..." on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on page 107. 68 Getting Started Caring for your computer Caring for appropriate ...chemical products to fit an antitheft lock. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Cleaning the computer To keep your computer, even across the room, make sure all external peripheral ...