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20 Contents Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Adding optional external devices 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 40 Removing a memory module 46 Checking total memory 48 Recovering the Internal ... or projector.....68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......70 Using an external keyboard 70 Using a mouse 70 Connecting a printer 70 Setting up a printer 71 Turning off the computer 72 Options for turning off the computer 72 Using the...
20 Contents Registering your computer with Toshiba 39 Adding optional external devices 39 Adding memory (optional 40 Installing a memory module 40 Removing a memory module 46 Checking total memory 48 Recovering the Internal ... or projector.....68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......70 Using an external keyboard 70 Using a mouse 70 Connecting a printer 70 Setting up a printer 71 Turning off the computer 72 Options for turning off the computer 72 Using the...
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... Moving the computer 83 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 86 Function keys 86 Special Windows® keys 87 Overlay keys 87 Starting...field 90 Saving your work 91 Printing your work 92 Backing up your work 93 Restoring your work 94 Toshiba's online resources 94 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 95 Toshiba's energy-saver design 95 Running the computer on battery power 95 Battery Notice 96 Power management 97 Using additional...
... Moving the computer 83 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 86 Function keys 86 Special Windows® keys 87 Overlay keys 87 Starting...field 90 Saving your work 91 Printing your work 92 Backing up your work 93 Restoring your work 94 Toshiba's online resources 94 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 95 Toshiba's energy-saver design 95 Running the computer on battery power 95 Battery Notice 96 Power management 97 Using additional...
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Contents 23 Using a user password 129 Deleting a user password 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 Mouse Utility 132 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 133 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 135 TOSHIBA Accessibility 136 TOSHIBA eco Utility 137 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 138 Problems that... 143 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 144 Checking device properties 144 Memory problems 145 Power and the batteries 145 Keyboard problems 147 Display problems 147 Disk or storage drive problems 149 Error-checking 149 Sound system problems 150 Printer problems 151...
Contents 23 Using a user password 129 Deleting a user password 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 Mouse Utility 132 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 133 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 135 TOSHIBA Accessibility 136 TOSHIBA eco Utility 137 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 138 Problems that... 143 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 144 Checking device properties 144 Memory problems 145 Power and the batteries 145 Keyboard problems 147 Display problems 147 Disk or storage drive problems 149 Error-checking 149 Sound system problems 150 Printer problems 151...
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... offices 160 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 162 Hot Key Cards 162 Using the Hot Key Cards 163 Application Cards 164 Using the Application Cards 164 Card Case 165 Hot key ... brightness 172 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............173 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 174 Cursor control overlay 175 Numeric overlay 175 Zoom (Display resolution 176 Keyboard hot key functions 177 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 178 Glossary 179 Index 193
... offices 160 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 162 Hot Key Cards 162 Using the Hot Key Cards 163 Application Cards 164 Using the Application Cards 164 Card Case 165 Hot key ... brightness 172 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............173 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 174 Cursor control overlay 175 Numeric overlay 175 Zoom (Display resolution 176 Keyboard hot key functions 177 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 178 Glossary 179 Index 193
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..., but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to your computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation...
..., but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to your computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation...
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... the display panel. Do not press or push on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly...
... the display panel. Do not press or push on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly...
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...memory (optional)" on page 40) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 70) ❖ Connect an external 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 a printer" on -screen instructions. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends...
...memory (optional)" on page 40) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 70) ❖ Connect an external 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 a printer" on -screen instructions. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends...
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... the 0 (zero) key on your work to external media using the utilities stored on page 62 for more information, see "Backing up your keyboard while powering on page 60. For more information, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on the computer. To recover using the second method, ...source via the AC adaptor. Any files that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using Windows® Backup or another backup program. To recover using the first method,...
... the 0 (zero) key on your work to external media using the utilities stored on page 62 for more information, see "Backing up your keyboard while powering on page 60. For more information, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on the computer. To recover using the second method, ...source via the AC adaptor. Any files that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using Windows® Backup or another backup program. To recover using the first method,...
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... without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all data will be lost during the recovery process. If you that all information stored on the keyboard to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Be sure to save your work...
... without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all data will be lost during the recovery process. If you that all information stored on the keyboard to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Be sure to save your work...
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... such media. Click Yes to step 4. 4 A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive or by either using the utilities stored on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make...
... such media. Click Yes to step 4. 4 A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive or by either using the utilities stored on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make...
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...the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your work " on page 93. Getting Started 55 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next to step 4. ...you have created such media. If not, skip to begin the recovery. For more information, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. You can resize and recover the C: drive using the second method, see "Backing up your...
...the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your work " on page 93. Getting Started 55 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next to step 4. ...you have created such media. If not, skip to begin the recovery. For more information, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. You can resize and recover the C: drive using the second method, see "Backing up your...
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... recovery process. Creating recovery DVDs/media NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive for creating recovery DVDs, please visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. If the recovery files on -screen arrow buttons in The size of Factory Default Software screen appears. When the process is strongly... Storage Drive 6 The Recovery of drive C: field to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you can restore your system from your work" on the keyboard to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs/media.
... recovery process. Creating recovery DVDs/media NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive for creating recovery DVDs, please visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. If the recovery files on -screen arrow buttons in The size of Factory Default Software screen appears. When the process is strongly... Storage Drive 6 The Recovery of drive C: field to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you can restore your system from your work" on the keyboard to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs/media.
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Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 7 Select one of the following options: &#..., stating that when the recovery is executed all other partitions you have created intact ❖ Recover to a custom size partition-If you are on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. The boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on your...
Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 7 Select one of the following options: &#..., stating that when the recovery is executed all other partitions you have created intact ❖ Recover to a custom size partition-If you are on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. The boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on your...
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... drive operating status (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen 4 Click Next. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to display its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list...
... drive operating status (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen 4 Click Next. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to display its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list...
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...drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process. Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move ... or information ❖ Zoom in certain applications. 64 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to see more information at once TouchPad™ Primary control button Secondary control button (Sample ...
...drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process. Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move ... or information ❖ Zoom in certain applications. 64 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to see more information at once TouchPad™ Primary control button Secondary control button (Sample ...
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...Plug and Play, check its documentation. You can purchase one to use . The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. Refer to your printer... documentation for further instructions. 70 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. To determine if the printer is then ready for additional ...
...Plug and Play, check its documentation. You can purchase one to use . The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. Refer to your printer... documentation for further instructions. 70 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. To determine if the printer is then ready for additional ...
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... customize your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. 82 Getting Started Customizing your computer's settings Starting again from Sleep mode To start it again by closing the display panel...
... customize your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. 82 Getting Started Customizing your computer's settings Starting again from Sleep mode To start it again by closing the display panel...
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Learning the Basics 85 Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it unless you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally...a separate backup copy. It is active. For more information, see "Data and system configuration backup in a safe place. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the data on a regular basis. However, .... ❖ Scan all new files for files you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration...
Learning the Basics 85 Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it unless you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally...a separate backup copy. It is active. For more information, see "Data and system configuration backup in a safe place. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the data on a regular basis. However, .... ❖ Scan all new files for files you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration...
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...keys. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one Enter key. However, some programs assign separate functions to emulate a full-size keyboard. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different ...this does not matter. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; For more information, see your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the full-sized keyboard. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your program documentation. cursor positioning keys; Most...
...keys. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one Enter key. However, some programs assign separate functions to emulate a full-size keyboard. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different ...this does not matter. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; For more information, see your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the full-sized keyboard. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your program documentation. cursor positioning keys; Most...
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... on the computer. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with gray numbers and ...symbols on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application...
... on the computer. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with gray numbers and ...symbols on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application...
