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34 Contents Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Adding optional external devices 54 Adding memory (optional 54 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 60 Checking total memory 63 Recovering the Internal ... or projector.....84 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 85 Adjusting the quality of the external display......86 Using an external keyboard 86 Using a mouse 86 Connecting a printer 86 Setting up a printer 87 Turning off the computer 87 Options for turning off the computer 88 Using the...
34 Contents Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba 54 Adding optional external devices 54 Adding memory (optional 54 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 60 Checking total memory 63 Recovering the Internal ... or projector.....84 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 85 Adjusting the quality of the external display......86 Using an external keyboard 86 Using a mouse 86 Connecting a printer 86 Setting up a printer 87 Turning off the computer 87 Options for turning off the computer 88 Using the...
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... the computer 98 Moving the computer 99 Using a computer lock 99 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 100 Computing tips 100 Using the keyboard 101 Character keys 102 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 102 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 102 Function keys 102 Special Windows® keys 103 Overlay keys 103 Starting a program...
... the computer 98 Moving the computer 99 Using a computer lock 99 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 100 Computing tips 100 Using the keyboard 101 Character keys 102 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 102 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 102 Function keys 102 Special Windows® keys 103 Overlay keys 103 Starting a program...
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... Authentication Utility.....171 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 172 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service Station 176 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 176 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 178 Problems that are easy to fix 178 ... you 183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 184 Checking device properties 184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 187 Display problems 187 Disk or storage drive problems 189 Error-checking 189 Optical disc drive problems 190 Sound system problems...
... Authentication Utility.....171 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 172 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service Station 176 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 176 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 178 Problems that are easy to fix 178 ... you 183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 184 Checking device properties 184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 187 Display problems 187 Disk or storage drive problems 189 Error-checking 189 Optical disc drive problems 190 Sound system problems...
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...backup in the Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 205 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Hot key functions 209 Optical...Display brightness 216 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............217 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 218 Cursor control overlay 219 Numeric overlay 219 Keyboard hot key functions 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 221 Glossary 222 Index 237
...backup in the Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 205 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Hot key functions 209 Optical...Display brightness 216 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............217 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 218 Cursor control overlay 219 Numeric overlay 219 Keyboard hot key functions 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 221 Glossary 222 Index 237
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... computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. To use it. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer.
... computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. To use it. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer.
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.... Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim...
.... Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim...
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...software" on page 143) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 54) ❖ Connect a mouse... (see "Using a mouse" on page 86) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 86) ❖ ...
...software" on page 143) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 54) ❖ Connect a mouse... (see "Using a mouse" on page 86) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 86) ❖ ...
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... recommended 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 the utilities stored on your keyboard while powering on page 109. Be sure to save the files you have created to an external power...
... recommended 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 the utilities stored on your keyboard while powering on page 109. Be sure to save the files you have created to an external power...
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... affected. If you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any information on the C: drive. Be sure to save your work " on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all data will not...
... affected. If you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any information on the C: drive. Be sure to save your work " on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all data will not...
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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 page 75. To recover using the...
... 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 page 75. To recover using the...
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When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that your keyboard while powering on the drive and all information stored in those partitions. NOTE During the recovery process it is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (... computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is strongly recommended that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. For more information, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on page 109. To recover using the...
When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that your keyboard while powering on the drive and all information stored in those partitions. NOTE During the recovery process it is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (... computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is strongly recommended that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. For more information, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on page 109. To recover using the...
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...system from your recovery DVDs/media. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the keyboard to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs/media. It is complete, a message displays indicating that all data will be lost ... you create recovery DVDs/media. To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Creating recovery DVDs/media NOTE Your system may not have an optical disc drive. 72 Getting Started Recovering the Internal ...
...system from your recovery DVDs/media. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the keyboard to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs/media. It is complete, a message displays indicating that all data will be lost ... you create recovery DVDs/media. To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Creating recovery DVDs/media NOTE Your system may not have an optical disc drive. 72 Getting Started Recovering the Internal ...
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... the C: drive to recover the original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- 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...option, depending on which type of -box state and specify a custom size for the C: drive. Note: This option deletes all data on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. If you want to recover the C: partition only, leaving other partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on your...
... the C: drive to recover the original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- 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...option, depending on which type of -box state and specify a custom size for the C: drive. Note: This option deletes all data on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. If you want to recover the C: partition only, leaving other partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on your...
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... internal storage drive. (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 external media (see "Backing up your work" on page 109) and created recovery DVDs/media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the size of...
... internal storage drive. (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 external media (see "Backing up your work" on page 109) and created recovery DVDs/media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the size of...
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To reinstall 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 touch pad NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to see more information at once Touch pad Primary control button Secondary control...
To reinstall 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 touch pad NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to see more information at once Touch pad Primary control button Secondary control...
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...you can purchase one to your computer may want to adjust the video settings. See the video device documentation for use an external keyboard, you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. Using a mouse You may automatically recognize the printer... may come with your printer. If you need to use a USB-compatible mouse. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Read the documentation that ...
...you can purchase one to your computer may want to adjust the video settings. See the video device documentation for use an external keyboard, you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. Using a mouse You may automatically recognize the printer... may come with your printer. If you need to use a USB-compatible mouse. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Read the documentation that ...
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... to customize your power usage settings. If you place the computer in which you can choose. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case...
... to customize your power usage settings. If you place the computer in which you can choose. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case...
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... your files to external media on it is active. If you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard This precaution is especially important for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions... for files you have a separate backup copy. Turning off backing up your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. 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....
... your files to external media on it is active. If you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard This precaution is especially important for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions... for files you have a separate backup copy. Turning off backing up your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. 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....
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...key. Function keys The function keys (not to emulate a full-size keyboard. editing keys; Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys For more information, see your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ...combination with the Fn key) are using. cursor positioning keys; Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your program documentation. Most of the time, this does not matter. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; Ctrl, Fn, and Alt ...
...key. Function keys The function keys (not to emulate a full-size keyboard. editing keys; Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys For more information, see your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ...combination with the Fn key) are using. cursor positioning keys; Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your program documentation. Most of the time, this does not matter. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; Ctrl, Fn, and Alt ...
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Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For ...cursor overlay. 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 ... secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with icons execute specific functions on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For ...cursor overlay. 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 ... secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with icons execute specific functions on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay