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... Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 31 Keeping yourself comfortable 32 Precautions 35 Setting up your computer 37 Setting up your software 37 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 39 Adding external devices 39 Connecting the AC adapter 40 Charging the main battery 41 Using the computer for the first time 42 Opening the... your computer 56 Cleaning the computer 56 Moving the computer 56 Using a computer lock 57 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 59 Computing tips 59 Using the keyboard 60 Character keys 61 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 61 Function keys 61
... Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 31 Keeping yourself comfortable 32 Precautions 35 Setting up your computer 37 Setting up your software 37 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 39 Adding external devices 39 Connecting the AC adapter 40 Charging the main battery 41 Using the computer for the first time 42 Opening the... your computer 56 Cleaning the computer 56 Moving the computer 56 Using a computer lock 57 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 59 Computing tips 59 Using the keyboard 60 Character keys 61 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 61 Function keys 61
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... hot key 145 Exploring audio features 146 Recording sounds 146 Using a microphone 146 Adjusting recording settings 147 Using external speakers or headphones......... 148 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse ........ 148 Changing the display properties setting 149 Using PC Cards 150 PC Card supporting software 150 Inserting PC Cards 150 Removing PC Cards...
... hot key 145 Exploring audio features 146 Recording sounds 146 Using a microphone 146 Adjusting recording settings 147 Using external speakers or headphones......... 148 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse ........ 148 Changing the display properties setting 149 Using PC Cards 150 PC Card supporting software 150 Inserting PC Cards 150 Removing PC Cards...
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... of action 172 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 174 Memory card problems 176 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 178 Disk drive problems 180 DVD-ROM drive problems 182 Sound system problems 191 PC Card problems 191 Printer problems 194... Modem problems 195 Develop good computing habits 196 If you need further assistance 197 Before you call 197 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 200
... of action 172 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 174 Memory card problems 176 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 178 Disk drive problems 180 DVD-ROM drive problems 182 Sound system problems 191 PC Card problems 191 Printer problems 194... Modem problems 195 Develop good computing habits 196 If you need further assistance 197 Before you call 197 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 200
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16 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys 203 Instant password security 203 Without a password 203 With a password 203 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 204 Sound 205 Display modes 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 206 Keyboard hot keys 206 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 207 Glossary 209 Index 225
16 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys 203 Instant password security 203 Without a password 203 With a password 203 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 204 Sound 205 Display modes 205 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 206 Keyboard hot keys 206 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 207 Glossary 209 Index 225
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... vent prevents the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of peripherals.
... vent prevents the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of peripherals.
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...panel is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that glow when certain functions are being performed by the system. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 28. If you hold the power button down for four seconds, it will reset the computer. For more information, see "System indicator ...panel" on page 60. On The power button turns the computer on and off. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of lights that provides clear, sharp images. 26 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display...
...panel is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that glow when certain functions are being performed by the system. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 28. If you hold the power button down for four seconds, it will reset the computer. For more information, see "System indicator ...panel" on page 60. On The power button turns the computer on and off. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of lights that provides clear, sharp images. 26 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display...
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... when you press the Caps Lock key. The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on, pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. For more information, see "Using the cursor control overlay" on . When this light is being accessed. The disc/disk activity...
... when you press the Caps Lock key. The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on, pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. For more information, see "Using the cursor control overlay" on . When this light is being accessed. The disc/disk activity...
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... than a conventional chair. If 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 33 ❖ If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Seating...
... than a conventional chair. If 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 33 ❖ If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Seating...
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... your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you work area. Arms and wrists ❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in your computer work . If the discomfort persists, consult a physician. Lighting Proper lighting can improve the visibility of your spine. Lower-back...
... your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you work area. Arms and wrists ❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in your computer work . If the discomfort persists, consult a physician. Lighting Proper lighting can improve the visibility of your spine. Lower-back...
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If you do spill a liquid that gets into the computer's keyboard. Information on disks is being used for viruses. Ask your dealer to check for viruses. If two cards are installed, both . ❖ Keep the computer ... virus. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files. ❖ Scan all new files for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. Overheating...
If you do spill a liquid that gets into the computer's keyboard. Information on disks is being used for viruses. Ask your dealer to check for viruses. If two cards are installed, both . ❖ Keep the computer ... virus. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files. ❖ Scan all new files for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. Overheating...
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... use it. A window will display the message: "How will pause for a moment while checking for more information. The computer will this computer connect to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Getting Started Setting up your computer 37 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. These...
... use it. A window will display the message: "How will pause for a moment while checking for more information. The computer will this computer connect to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Getting Started Setting up your computer 37 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adapter. These...
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... display panel, don't force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Turning on the power 1 Check that any drives on the top of the keyboard. 42 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time, don't turn on the computer for the first...
... display panel, don't force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Turning on the power 1 Check that any drives on the top of the keyboard. 42 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time, don't turn on the computer for the first...
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... that the hard disk drive is currently in use . Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you 'd like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your...
... that the hard disk drive is currently in use . Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you 'd like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your...
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... located). Cleaning the computer To keep your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on page 88. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to fit an ...antitheft lock. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel ...
... located). Cleaning the computer To keep your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for your computer This section gives tips on page 88. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to fit an ...antitheft lock. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel ...
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Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. Using the keyboard ∗ - Consult your Windows® XP operating system documentation for more information on these and other removable storage media)** on it unless you don't let ... positions may lose all the data on a regular basis. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may be lost. 60 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to diskettes **(or other utilities. ❖ Always use the proper procedure to conserve disk space and help your desktop setup...
Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. Using the keyboard ∗ - Consult your Windows® XP operating system documentation for more information on these and other removable storage media)** on it unless you don't let ... positions may lose all the data on a regular basis. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may be lost. 60 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to diskettes **(or other utilities. ❖ Always use the proper procedure to conserve disk space and help your desktop setup...
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the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. The caps lock light on the ... icons run programmed functions when you press them. For more information, see your program documentation. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 61 Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are using. Function keys ... are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.
the number and symbol keys are called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. The caps lock light on the ... icons run programmed functions when you press them. For more information, see your program documentation. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 61 Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are using. Function keys ... are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.
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...® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key ... function as you would using the ten-key keypad on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. Keyboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on a desktop computer's keyboard. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary TouchPad control button (or secondary...
...® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key ... function as you would using the ten-key keypad on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. Keyboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on a desktop computer's keyboard. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as the secondary TouchPad control button (or secondary...
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... overlay, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift. To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. To use the numeric overlay keys. To do so: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type ...again. The numeric mode light on , hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on . To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric...
... overlay, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift. To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. To use the numeric overlay keys. To do so: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type ...again. The numeric mode light on , hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on . To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric...
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... the program on . If your battery fully discharges, your programs' documentation to warn you are using the Standby command. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Check your information will be configured to see "Power management" on page 89. 64 Learning the Basics Starting a program To turn...
... the program on . If your battery fully discharges, your programs' documentation to warn you are using the Standby command. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Check your information will be configured to see "Power management" on page 89. 64 Learning the Basics Starting a program To turn...
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... diskette drive connect to the RGB (monitor) port. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, an external mouse and an external diskette drive, you can work with your computer at the office 2 Open the folder you want to use the ...
... diskette drive connect to the RGB (monitor) port. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, an external mouse and an external diskette drive, you can work with your computer at the office 2 Open the folder you want to use the ...