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14 Contents Chapter 2: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the...
14 Contents Chapter 2: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC adapter 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the...
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... keys 71 Function keys 71 Windows® special keys 72 Overlay keys 72 Emulating a full-size keyboard 74 Starting a program 74 Saving your work 74 Printing your work 75 Using diskettes 76 Inserting and removing diskettes 76 Caring for diskettes 77 Backing up your files 78 Copying to a diskette 78 Playing a CD...
... keys 71 Function keys 71 Windows® special keys 72 Overlay keys 72 Emulating a full-size keyboard 74 Starting a program 74 Saving your work 74 Printing your work 75 Using diskettes 76 Inserting and removing diskettes 76 Caring for diskettes 77 Backing up your files 78 Copying to a diskette 78 Playing a CD...
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... Goes Wrong 199 Problems that are easy to fix 199 Problems when you turn on the computer........... 201 The Windows® operating system is not working . 202 Using Startup options to fix problems 203 Internet problems 204 The Windows® XP operating system can help you 204 Resolving a hardware conflict 205...
... Goes Wrong 199 Problems that are easy to fix 199 Problems when you turn on the computer........... 201 The Windows® operating system is not working . 202 Using Startup options to fix problems 203 Internet problems 204 The Windows® XP operating system can help you 204 Resolving a hardware conflict 205...
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... computer is large enough for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you need to use your notebook computer. Creating a computer-friendly environment ...Place the computer on a flat surface that is portable and designed to be used in prime operating condition, protect your work area from: ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight 39 To keep your computer in a variety of circumstances and locations. Leave enough space around the computer...
... computer is large enough for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you need to use your notebook computer. Creating a computer-friendly environment ...Place the computer on a flat surface that is portable and designed to be used in prime operating condition, protect your work area from: ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight 39 To keep your computer in a variety of circumstances and locations. Leave enough space around the computer...
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...it off, unplug it from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it back on, contact a Toshiba authorized service provider. This section provides hints on again. For more time using their computers. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries ...injuries. ❖ Place the computer on ergonomics, repetitive-strain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome. 40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work comfortably throughout the day. If the computer does not operate correctly after you spill liquid into the computer, turn it on avoiding strain...
...it off, unplug it from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it back on, contact a Toshiba authorized service provider. This section provides hints on again. For more time using their computers. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries ...injuries. ❖ Place the computer on ergonomics, repetitive-strain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome. 40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work comfortably throughout the day. If the computer does not operate correctly after you spill liquid into the computer, turn it on avoiding strain...
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... distributed evenly. You should be able to type comfortably with your body relaxed and your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 41 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the computer Whichever type you use a paper holder, set it at or ... Approximately 90-degree angles Footrest Correct posture and positioning of the display should be slightly higher than your thighs. Getting Started Selecting a place to work strain. If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be no higher than a conventional chair.
... distributed evenly. You should be able to type comfortably with your body relaxed and your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 41 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the computer Whichever type you use a paper holder, set it at or ... Approximately 90-degree angles Footrest Correct posture and positioning of the display should be slightly higher than your thighs. Getting Started Selecting a place to work strain. If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be no higher than a conventional chair.
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...the display panel or external monitor so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you work. Arms and wrists ❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your eyes. ❖ If possible, use a cushion to improve circulation. WARNING:... Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in your computer work area. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen....
...the display panel or external monitor so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you work. Arms and wrists ❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your eyes. ❖ If possible, use a cushion to improve circulation. WARNING:... Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in your computer work area. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen....
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... to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with other tasks. ❖ Focusing your eyes on your working day. Excessive pressure or impact can become very warm. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant...
... to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with other tasks. ❖ Focusing your eyes on your working day. Excessive pressure or impact can become very warm. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant...
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...'ll need a special program to help you receive via diskette, email, or download from a supplier may contain a computer virus. 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Some PC Cards can result in errors or instability in -use light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it again. ❖...
...'ll need a special program to help you receive via diskette, email, or download from a supplier may contain a computer virus. 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Some PC Cards can result in errors or instability in -use light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it again. ❖...
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... period, use the Windows® Turn Off command. Alternatively, use Hibernation mode to save the system settings to the hard disk. ❖ If you have work in -use light on the system indicator panel is on. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Display limitations The quality of the display is...
... period, use the Windows® Turn Off command. Alternatively, use Hibernation mode to save the system settings to the hard disk. ❖ If you have work in -use light on the system indicator panel is on. Getting Started Turning off the computer 65 Display limitations The quality of the display is...
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... in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. You will lose all unsaved work frequently. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. Your computer can be configured to warn you can ... chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. This feature saves your file to the disk. Computing tips ❖ Save your work , if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your software documentation for details. 69 See "Setting battery alarms" on...
... in the computer's temporary memory until you are working. You will lose all unsaved work frequently. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the hard disk at preset intervals. Your computer can be configured to warn you can ... chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. This feature saves your file to the disk. Computing tips ❖ Save your work , if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your software documentation for details. 69 See "Setting battery alarms" on...
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The cursor control mode light on page 127. Saving your work Before you return to work to work on. 74 Learning the Basics Emulating a full-size keyboard To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. ..., it has fewer keys. Starting a program The easiest way to click the name of computing. This is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on your work . NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you turn off the computer, save your...
The cursor control mode light on page 127. Saving your work Before you return to work to work on. 74 Learning the Basics Emulating a full-size keyboard To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. ..., it has fewer keys. Starting a program The easiest way to click the name of computing. This is running low, see "Setting battery alarms" on your work . NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you turn off the computer, save your...
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Learning the Basics Printing your work Verify that saves documents at regular intervals, such as described in "Turning off the computer" on page 65. To save feature. For information on how .... HINT: To make another copy of your printer is set up the printer the first time you are currently working with the additional printer(s). The program displays a Print dialog box. Check your work 75 Many programs offer a feature that the operating system is not on page 118. Printing your programs' documentation to...
Learning the Basics Printing your work Verify that saves documents at regular intervals, such as described in "Turning off the computer" on page 65. To save feature. For information on how .... HINT: To make another copy of your printer is set up the printer the first time you are currently working with the additional printer(s). The program displays a Print dialog box. Check your work 75 Many programs offer a feature that the operating system is not on page 118. Printing your programs' documentation to...
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...-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Manual eject button Eject button Use the eject button to work properly. CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off inside the computer and damage it. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive...
...-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Manual eject button Eject button Use the eject button to work properly. CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off inside the computer and damage it. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive...
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... on your computer using WinDVDTM. CDs are often used to full power mode. Playing a DVD This manual has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVD, Toshiba highly recommends that your system's power management utility is set to install software or store files that require a lot of any CD or DVD. Learning...
... on your computer using WinDVDTM. CDs are often used to full power mode. Playing a DVD This manual has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVD, Toshiba highly recommends that your system's power management utility is set to install software or store files that require a lot of any CD or DVD. Learning...
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... computer down completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it from memory. When you start up again, the computer returns to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained...
... computer down completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left it from memory. When you start up again, the computer returns to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained...
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Be sure to continue working, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. Use the Turn Off command when you were using. When you change your mind and decide ... Computer The Turn Off or Shut down command shuts the computer down : TECHNICAL NOTES: Before using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your work often. ❖ Restarting from Standby mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn Off or Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up to...
Be sure to continue working, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. Use the Turn Off command when you were using. When you change your mind and decide ... Computer The Turn Off or Shut down command shuts the computer down : TECHNICAL NOTES: Before using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your work often. ❖ Restarting from Standby mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn Off or Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up to...
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...restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Sample Turn off . A fully charged main battery will be lost. NOTE: If you left off computer dialog box Factors to consider... when choosing Standby: ❖ While in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Turn Off Computer or Hibernation. ❖ When starting up to save your information will last up again, the computer returns to the mode...
...restarting from where you left it, including all open programs and files you were using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Sample Turn off . A fully charged main battery will be lost. NOTE: If you left off computer dialog box Factors to consider... when choosing Standby: ❖ While in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Turn Off Computer or Hibernation. ❖ When starting up to save your information will last up again, the computer returns to the mode...
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..., give help with future upgrades. These sites provide information about the Power Saver utility, see "Contacting Toshiba" on page 172. 100 Learning the Basics Toshiba's online resources 6 Close the Control Panel. Starting again from Standby mode, press the power button until the on/off ...light changes to save your information will be lost. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to date with technical questions, and keep you were using the Standby command and the battery ...
..., give help with future upgrades. These sites provide information about the Power Saver utility, see "Contacting Toshiba" on page 172. 100 Learning the Basics Toshiba's online resources 6 Close the Control Panel. Starting again from Standby mode, press the power button until the on/off ...light changes to save your information will be lost. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to date with technical questions, and keep you were using the Standby command and the battery ...
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This is fully discharged. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is a nickel metal hydride (... period (more than on AC power rather than a month) the battery may not indicate a low-battery condition. You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. In addition, the computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. Using additional batteries If you spend a lot of the battery, and the battery...
This is fully discharged. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is a nickel metal hydride (... period (more than on AC power rather than a month) the battery may not indicate a low-battery condition. You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. In addition, the computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. Using additional batteries If you spend a lot of the battery, and the battery...
