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... display devices 70 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting a printer 73 Setting up a printer 74 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........74 Turning off the computer 75 Options for...
... display devices 70 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting a printer 73 Setting up a printer 74 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........74 Turning off the computer 75 Options for...
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Contents 31 Moving the computer 86 Using a computer lock 86 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 87 Computing tips 87 Using the keyboard 89 Character keys 89 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 89 Function keys 90 Special Windows® keys 90 Starting a program 90 Starting a... media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
Contents 31 Moving the computer 86 Using a computer lock 86 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 87 Computing tips 87 Using the keyboard 89 Character keys 89 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 89 Function keys 90 Special Windows® keys 90 Starting a program 90 Starting a... media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
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... help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems 182 Modem... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
... help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems 182 Modem... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
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Contents 35 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 194 Toshiba's worldwide offices 194 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 196 Hot Key Cards 196 Using the Hot Key Cards 197 Application Cards 198 Using the Application Cards 199 Card Case 199 Hot key ... mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 226
Contents 35 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 194 Toshiba's worldwide offices 194 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 196 Hot Key Cards 196 Using the Hot Key Cards 197 Application Cards 198 Using the Application Cards 199 Card Case 199 Hot key ... mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 226
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... the base of the computer. Using your computer on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer...
... the base of the computer. Using your computer on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer...
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...Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 73) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard... (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 72) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 70) ❖ Connect a local printer (...
...Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 73) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard... (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 72) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 70) ❖ Connect a local printer (...
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... point where it . 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...
... point where it . 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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... ❖ Checking the HDD operating status Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering 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...
... ❖ Checking the HDD operating status Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering 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...
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... recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to its out of -box-state, and then click Next. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on the hard disk drive and your... Next. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of the options, and then click Next.
... recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to its out of -box-state, and then click Next. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on the hard disk drive and your... Next. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of the options, and then click Next.
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...-This option deletes all data, then overwrites the entire HDD for security purposes. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete all... before proceeding. 4 Click Next to begin deleting the HDD. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.
...-This option deletes all data, then overwrites the entire HDD for security purposes. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete all... before proceeding. 4 Click Next to begin deleting the HDD. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.
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... C: partition of the C: drive. To resize and recover your selections. A confirmation message appears, reminding you make your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size... C: drive to its factory default setting reformats all information on your information will be lost during the recovery process) and your keyboard to external media first. Be sure to save your work to restart the computer. If you have created other partitions (for ...
... C: partition of the C: drive. To resize and recover your selections. A confirmation message appears, reminding you make your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size... C: drive to its factory default setting reformats all information on your information will be lost during the recovery process) and your keyboard to external media first. Be sure to save your work to restart the computer. If you have created other partitions (for ...
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...has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your optical drive and power on page 62): 1 Insert the first recovery DVD into your keyboard to restart the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using your Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 67 ...4 Click Next to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state...
...has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your optical drive and power on page 62): 1 Insert the first recovery DVD into your keyboard to restart the computer. To recover your hard disk drive using your Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 67 ...4 Click Next to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state...
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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...in the direction you would like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to...the stroke of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you to complete the installation process.
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...in the direction you would like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to...the stroke of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you to complete the installation process.
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The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may need to your television (or other external video device) only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor (extended desktop) ❖... Image) Display options window NOTE The right-most icon in the above illustration is for additional configuration steps. 72 Getting Started Using an external keyboard This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor...
The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may need to your television (or other external video device) only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor (extended desktop) ❖... Image) Display options window NOTE The right-most icon in the above illustration is for additional configuration steps. 72 Getting Started Using an external keyboard This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor...
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... liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your particular requirements. The computer returns to clean the computer. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to the screen(s) you have turned off light glows white.
... liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your particular requirements. The computer returns to clean the computer. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to the screen(s) you have turned off light glows white.
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For more information, see your program documentation. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 89 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are not interchangeable. Ctrl...
For more information, see your program documentation. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 89 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are not interchangeable. Ctrl...
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...to work on page 200. Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that contains the information you have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® button-Opens the ...10070; Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Starting a program The easiest way to double-click the name of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the file that have four options. For example...
...to work on page 200. Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that contains the information you have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® button-Opens the ...10070; Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Starting a program The easiest way to double-click the name of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the file that have four options. For example...
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... file extensions. HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you use all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up a printer" on showing or hiding file extensions, see your Windows® online Help. If you...
... file extensions. HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you use all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up a printer" on showing or hiding file extensions, see your Windows® online Help. If you...
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... the Basics Using the optical drive Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard let you to the following track on the disc. Play/Pause button* Media button* Mute button* Stop button* Previous track button* Next track button* *Available...
... the Basics Using the optical drive Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard let you to the following track on the disc. Play/Pause button* Media button* Mute button* Stop button* Previous track button* Next track button* *Available...
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... Fn + F5. Compatible ports are USB ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function (hereinafter called "compatible ports"). 150 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ Display-Allows you are using after starting in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If...their default values ❖ Illumination-Turns the panel LED lights on and off (available on certain models) ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to enable/disable the network port and wake-on page 71. ❖ General-Allows...
... Fn + F5. Compatible ports are USB ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function (hereinafter called "compatible ports"). 150 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ Display-Allows you are using after starting in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If...their default values ❖ Illumination-Turns the panel LED lights on and off (available on certain models) ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to enable/disable the network port and wake-on page 71. ❖ General-Allows...