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Contents Introduction 33 This guide 33 Safety icons 34 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 35 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 37 Making sure you have everything 37 Front with the display closed 38 Back 39 Right side 40 Left side 41 Front with the display open 42 Keyboard indicator lights 44 System indicator panel 45 CD/DVD control buttons 46 Underside 47 24
Contents Introduction 33 This guide 33 Safety icons 34 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 35 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 37 Making sure you have everything 37 Front with the display closed 38 Back 39 Right side 40 Left side 41 Front with the display open 42 Keyboard indicator lights 44 System indicator panel 45 CD/DVD control buttons 46 Underside 47 24
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... Character keys 84 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 84 Function keys 84 Windows® special keys 85 Overlay keys 85 Emulating a full-size keyboard 87 TOSHIBA Console 87 Starting a program 87 Saving your work 88 Printing your work 89 Using diskettes 89 Inserting and removing diskettes 90 Caring for diskettes 90 ...
... Character keys 84 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 84 Function keys 84 Windows® special keys 85 Overlay keys 85 Emulating a full-size keyboard 87 TOSHIBA Console 87 Starting a program 87 Saving your work 88 Printing your work 89 Using diskettes 89 Inserting and removing diskettes 90 Caring for diskettes 90 ...
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30 Contents Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse ........ 183 Changing the display properties setting 184 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 185 Enabling different video refresh rates ... Removing a PC Card 189 Hot swapping a PC Card 190 Using SD cards 191 Inserting an SD card 191 Removing an SD card 192 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 193 TOSHIBA Accessibility 193 Fn-esse 195 Starting Fn-esse 195 Assigning a key to a program or document ... 196 Viewing existing key assignments 198 Changing or removing...
30 Contents Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse ........ 183 Changing the display properties setting 184 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 185 Enabling different video refresh rates ... Removing a PC Card 189 Hot swapping a PC Card 190 Using SD cards 191 Inserting an SD card 191 Removing an SD card 192 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 193 TOSHIBA Accessibility 193 Fn-esse 195 Starting Fn-esse 195 Assigning a key to a program or document ... 196 Viewing existing key assignments 198 Changing or removing...
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... conflicts on your own .... 213 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory module problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 219 Display problems 220 Disk drive problems 222 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 224 Sound system problems 225 PC Card...229 Modem problems 230 Develop good computing habits 230 If you need further assistance 231 Before you call 232 Contacting Toshiba 232 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 233 Toshiba's worldwide offices 234 Appendix A: Hot Keys 237 Volume Mute 237 Instant password security 237 Power usage mode 238...
... conflicts on your own .... 213 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 215 Memory module problems 217 Power and the batteries 218 Keyboard problems 219 Display problems 220 Disk drive problems 222 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 224 Sound system problems 225 PC Card...229 Modem problems 230 Develop good computing habits 230 If you need further assistance 231 Before you call 232 Contacting Toshiba 232 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 233 Toshiba's worldwide offices 234 Appendix A: Hot Keys 237 Volume Mute 237 Instant password security 237 Power usage mode 238...
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32 Contents Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 242 Keyboard hot keys 242 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 243 Glossary 244 Index 260
32 Contents Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 242 Keyboard hot keys 242 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 243 Glossary 244 Index 260
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... (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images. Front with the display open Screen Power button Speaker Function keys Keyboard TouchPad Primary control button CD/DVD control buttons CD/DVD control buttons System indicator panel Keyboard indicator lights Speaker Palm rest Secondary control button Volume control dial The computer's screen is currently enabled. The...
... (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images. Front with the display open Screen Power button Speaker Function keys Keyboard TouchPad Primary control button CD/DVD control buttons CD/DVD control buttons System indicator panel Keyboard indicator lights Speaker Palm rest Secondary control button Volume control dial The computer's screen is currently enabled. The...
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...DVD control buttons allow you to play CDs and DVDs with the computer turned on page 44. For a description of these controls, see "Keyboard indicator lights" on . The volume control dial lets you in maintaining proper posture while using the computer. The TouchPadTM enables you hear sounds,...237. The system indicator panel is turned off. For more information, see "Hot Keys" on a mouse. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on a mouse. The secondary control button, located below the TouchPad, acts like the secondary button on page 83. Finding Your Way Around Front ...
...DVD control buttons allow you to play CDs and DVDs with the computer turned on page 44. For a description of these controls, see "Keyboard indicator lights" on . The volume control dial lets you in maintaining proper posture while using the computer. The TouchPadTM enables you hear sounds,...237. The system indicator panel is turned off. For more information, see "Hot Keys" on a mouse. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on a mouse. The secondary control button, located below the TouchPad, acts like the secondary button on page 83. Finding Your Way Around Front ...
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... overlay is on . The caps lock light glows when the caps lock function is on . 44 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Keyboard indicator lights The cursor control mode light glows green when the cursor control overlay is on page 85.
... overlay is on . The caps lock light glows when the caps lock function is on . 44 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Keyboard indicator lights The cursor control mode light glows green when the cursor control overlay is on page 85.
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... the computer Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 51 twisting your elbow. Proper seating is at about the same height and distance as the screen. You should...
... the computer Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 51 twisting your elbow. Proper seating is at about the same height and distance as the screen. You should...
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... position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and rest. Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may not feel If the discomfort persists, consult a physician. Intersperse such activities with other tasks. ❖ Focusing your eyes on a distant object for long...
... position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and rest. Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may not feel If the discomfort persists, consult a physician. Intersperse such activities with other tasks. ❖ Focusing your eyes on a distant object for long...
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If you do spill a liquid that gets into the computer's keyboard. Overheating of a PC Card can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to help you buy from a supplier may damage the disk, the drive, ... can erase important files. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is being used for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is stored magnetically. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used . 54 Getting...
If you do spill a liquid that gets into the computer's keyboard. Overheating of a PC Card can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to help you buy from a supplier may damage the disk, the drive, ... can erase important files. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is being used for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is stored magnetically. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used . 54 Getting...
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...; Connect an external monitor (see "Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse" on page 183) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 55. Your computer restarts automatically. Adding external devices Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer 4 Click Finish to -date with Toshiba by double-clicking the icon on your...
...; Connect an external monitor (see "Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse" on page 183) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 55. Your computer restarts automatically. Adding external devices Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer 4 Click Finish to -date with Toshiba by double-clicking the icon on your...
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... sure there are no password is in use. 2 Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the power button located on your computer's drives. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. 3 Click Security. 4 Click User password. CD-ROMs, DVDROMs, diskettes) in the future. When you can set up your computer so that a ...password is required to help you first turn on the top of the keyboard. 62 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the computer while any drive is required. Never turn off the...
... sure there are no password is in use. 2 Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the power button located on your computer's drives. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. 3 Click Security. 4 Click User password. CD-ROMs, DVDROMs, diskettes) in the future. When you can set up your computer so that a ...password is required to help you first turn on the top of the keyboard. 62 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the computer while any drive is required. Never turn off the...
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...right side of a finger. Using the TouchPadTM The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in the direction you will be prompted to a Toshiba authorized service center for the first time 63 5 Follow the on your computer to try again. When the feature is correct, the power-on ...process. After the third incorrect password submission, the system automatically shuts down. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is incorrect, you 'd like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor with the stroke of the page, slide your password, ...
...right side of a finger. Using the TouchPadTM The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in the direction you will be prompted to a Toshiba authorized service center for the first time 63 5 Follow the on your computer to try again. When the feature is correct, the power-on ...process. After the third incorrect password submission, the system automatically shuts down. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is incorrect, you 'd like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor with the stroke of the page, slide your password, ...
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... You will need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver and a small flat-head screwdriver to the computer. 3 Open the display panel and remove the panel above the keyboard that is in good condition. 1 If the computer is on page 103. 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to install a memory module.
... You will need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver and a small flat-head screwdriver to the computer. 3 Open the display panel and remove the panel above the keyboard that is in good condition. 1 If the computer is on page 103. 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to install a memory module.
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Grasp the end of the panel and lift up until the panel comes free. 4 Remove the three screws that hold the keyboard in the center of the area exposed when the panel is positioned before you remove it. Store the brace with the screws for safekeeping. 68 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) panel and the surrounding housing. Removing the left keyboard screw The two-inch-long, propeller-shaped brace sits in place, and remove the keyboard retaining brace. Observe how the propeller-shaped keyboard retaining brace is removed.
Grasp the end of the panel and lift up until the panel comes free. 4 Remove the three screws that hold the keyboard in the center of the area exposed when the panel is positioned before you remove it. Store the brace with the screws for safekeeping. 68 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) panel and the surrounding housing. Removing the left keyboard screw The two-inch-long, propeller-shaped brace sits in place, and remove the keyboard retaining brace. Observe how the propeller-shaped keyboard retaining brace is removed.
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Lifting the keyboard Removing the keyboard exposes the two memory slots, which are covered by a plastic sheet. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 69 Removing the right keyboard screw 5 Lift the keyboard and gently place it face down on the palm rest of the computer.
Lifting the keyboard Removing the keyboard exposes the two memory slots, which are covered by a plastic sheet. Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 69 Removing the right keyboard screw 5 Lift the keyboard and gently place it face down on the palm rest of the computer.
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... you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will snap down the computer, remove the keyboard and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 8, above the keyboard by doing the following: ❖ Fit the tabs at the bottom of the panel into corresponding slots at... the top of the keyboard. ❖ Fit the tabs at the top of the panel into place. 13 Reconnect any cables you removed. 14 Turn on page 74. 15 If ...
... you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will snap down the computer, remove the keyboard and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 8, above the keyboard by doing the following: ❖ Fit the tabs at the bottom of the panel into corresponding slots at... the top of the keyboard. ❖ Fit the tabs at the top of the panel into place. 13 Reconnect any cables you removed. 14 Turn on page 74. 15 If ...
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... General tab view automatically appears and shows the recognized memory. 5 If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the keyboard and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in pointing device. Connecting a USB printer To achieve the connection, you can connect a USB...
... General tab view automatically appears and shows the recognized memory. 5 If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the keyboard and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in pointing device. Connecting a USB printer To achieve the connection, you can connect a USB...
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... 121. Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer or visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. Ask your computer's battery, see "Powering down the...
... 121. Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer or visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. Ask your computer's battery, see "Powering down the...