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Contents Introduction 25 This guide 25 Safety icons 26 Other icons used 27 Other documentation 27 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 29 Making sure you have everything 29 Front with the display closed 30 Back 30 Right side 32 Left side 33 Front with the display open 34 Keyboard indicator panel 36 System indicator panel 37 CD/DVD control buttons 38 Underside 39 17
Contents Introduction 25 This guide 25 Safety icons 26 Other icons used 27 Other documentation 27 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 29 Making sure you have everything 29 Front with the display closed 30 Back 30 Right side 32 Left side 33 Front with the display open 34 Keyboard indicator panel 36 System indicator panel 37 CD/DVD control buttons 38 Underside 39 17
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.......... 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 45 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 47 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 48 Adding external devices 49 Connecting the AC adapter 50 Charging the battery 52 Using the computer for the first time...control buttons........... 55 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Setting up other devices 57 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Using an external keyboard 61 Connecting a printer 61 Connecting a USB printer 62 Connecting a parallel printer 62 Setting up the printer 62 Connecting an external...
.......... 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 45 Setting up your computer 47 Setting up your software 47 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 48 Adding external devices 49 Connecting the AC adapter 50 Charging the battery 52 Using the computer for the first time...control buttons........... 55 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 56 Setting up other devices 57 Installing additional memory (optional 57 Using an external keyboard 61 Connecting a printer 61 Connecting a USB printer 62 Connecting a parallel printer 62 Setting up the printer 62 Connecting an external...
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19 Contents Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 71 Computing tips 71 Using the keyboard 72 Character keys 73 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 74 Function keys 74 Windows® special keys 74 Overlay keys 75 Starting a program 76 Saving ...
19 Contents Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 71 Computing tips 71 Using the keyboard 72 Character keys 73 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 74 Function keys 74 Windows® special keys 74 Overlay keys 75 Starting a program 76 Saving ...
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... of action 192 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 193 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 194 Memory card problems 196 Power and the batteries 196 Keyboard problems 198 Display problems 198 Disk drive problems 200 DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive problems ... 203 Secondary IDE Channel DMA setting 205 Sound system problems...
... of action 192 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 193 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 194 Memory card problems 196 Power and the batteries 196 Keyboard problems 198 Display problems 198 Disk drive problems 200 DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive problems ... 203 Secondary IDE Channel DMA setting 205 Sound system problems...
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24 Contents Before you call 218 Contacting Toshiba 218 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 219 Toshiba's worldwide offices 220 Appendix A: Hot Keys 223 Volume Mute 223 Instant password security 224 Without a password 224 With a password 224 Power usage mode 225 Stand By mode 226 Hibernation mode 227 Display modes 228 Display brightness 228 Enabling a wireless device 229 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 229 Keyboard hot keys 229 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 230 USA and Canada 230 United Kingdom 230 Australia 230 Europe 230 Glossary 231 Index 246
24 Contents Before you call 218 Contacting Toshiba 218 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 219 Toshiba's worldwide offices 220 Appendix A: Hot Keys 223 Volume Mute 223 Instant password security 224 Without a password 224 With a password 224 Power usage mode 225 Stand By mode 226 Hibernation mode 227 Display modes 228 Display brightness 228 Enabling a wireless device 229 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 229 Keyboard hot keys 229 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 230 USA and Canada 230 United Kingdom 230 Australia 230 Europe 230 Glossary 231 Index 246
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... information, see "Connecting the modem" on the back of the computer provides very fast data transfer rates of up to a large, heavy object such as keyboards and pointing devices. USB peripherals have a single standard for peripherals such as your desk. Finding Your Way Around Back 31 The LAN port enables you...
... information, see "Connecting the modem" on the back of the computer provides very fast data transfer rates of up to a large, heavy object such as keyboards and pointing devices. USB peripherals have a single standard for peripherals such as your desk. Finding Your Way Around Back 31 The LAN port enables you...
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..." on page 167 for more information. Finding Your Way Around Left side 33 CAUTION: Never use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip. Left side Keyboard release Cooling vents PC Card slots PC Card eject buttons The cooling vents prevent the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from the corresponding slots. Instead...
..." on page 167 for more information. Finding Your Way Around Left side 33 CAUTION: Never use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip. Left side Keyboard release Cooling vents PC Card slots PC Card eject buttons The cooling vents prevent the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from the corresponding slots. Instead...
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The function keys, when used with the display open Speaker Display panel Keyboard indicator panel Power button Speaker Function keys TouchPad Primary control button Secondary control button Keyboard Palm rest System indicator panel CD/DVD control buttons The power button turns the computer on a mouse. The TouchPadTM enables you hear sounds, such as...
The function keys, when used with the display open Speaker Display panel Keyboard indicator panel Power button Speaker Function keys TouchPad Primary control button Secondary control button Keyboard Palm rest System indicator panel CD/DVD control buttons The power button turns the computer on a mouse. The TouchPadTM enables you hear sounds, such as...
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...The lights on page 228. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on the keyboard indicator panel provide information about system functions. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of these lights, see "Keyboard indicator panel" on page 38. The front panel provides a palm rest...provides clear, sharp images. For more information on your viewing options, see "Display modes" on the system indicator panel provide information about keyboard functions. The lights on page 72. For a description of these controls, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on page 36. Finding ...
...The lights on page 228. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on the keyboard indicator panel provide information about system functions. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of these lights, see "Keyboard indicator panel" on page 38. The front panel provides a palm rest...provides clear, sharp images. For more information on your viewing options, see "Display modes" on the system indicator panel provide information about keyboard functions. The lights on page 72. For a description of these controls, see "CD/DVD control buttons" on page 36. Finding ...
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... on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on page 75. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Keyboard indicator panel Numeric mode light Cursor control mode light Caps lock light The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on the top...
... on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on page 75. 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Keyboard indicator panel Numeric mode light Cursor control mode light Caps lock light The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on the top...
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... distance as the screen. If necessary, 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 43 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of your forearms parallel to type comfortably with...
... distance as the screen. If necessary, 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 43 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of your forearms parallel to type comfortably with...
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... display panel or external monitor so that could shine directly in your eyes. ❖ If possible, use a cushion to improve circulation. WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in a relaxed, neutral position while typing. ❖ Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to provide extra back support. Keep them in discomfort...
... display panel or external monitor so that could shine directly in your eyes. ❖ If possible, use a cushion to improve circulation. WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in a relaxed, neutral position while typing. ❖ Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to provide extra back support. Keep them in discomfort...
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.... You'll need a special program to check for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off overnight to let the keyboard dry out before you remove a PC Card that gets into the computer's keyboard. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in -use it is active. 46...
.... You'll need a special program to check for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off overnight to let the keyboard dry out before you remove a PC Card that gets into the computer's keyboard. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in -use it is active. 46...
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... devices NOTE: Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 167) See "Setting up your computer, you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 57) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 61) ❖ Connect an...
... devices NOTE: Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 167) See "Setting up your computer, you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 57) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 61) ❖ Connect an...
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... is currently in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard. Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time 3 Turn on page 105. The hard disk drive light flashes...
... is currently in use . For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard. Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time 3 Turn on page 105. The hard disk drive light flashes...
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... Started Using the computer for the first time 55 Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of the page, slide your finger across the TouchPad from left...
... Started Using the computer for the first time 55 Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of the page, slide your finger across the TouchPad from left...
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... you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. Connecting a printer NOTE: Read the documentation that the keyboard is an IEEE 1284 cable. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a local printer. CAUTION: Your printer documentation may damage the printer,... the computer, or both. CAUTION: Never connect the printer cable while the computer's power is ECP- To connect a keyboard, attach its cable to one of the computer's USB ports. NOTE: You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not ...
... you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. Connecting a printer NOTE: Read the documentation that the keyboard is an IEEE 1284 cable. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a local printer. CAUTION: Your printer documentation may damage the printer,... the computer, or both. CAUTION: Never connect the printer cable while the computer's power is ECP- To connect a keyboard, attach its cable to one of the computer's USB ports. NOTE: You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not ...
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Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 102. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer, ...and explains how to fit an antitheft lock. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer"...
Caring for your computer This section gives tips on page 102. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on cleaning and moving your computer, ...and explains how to fit an antitheft lock. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer"...
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... keys Windows® keys Alt (Alternate) key Character keys Fn key Ctrl (Control) key Parts of the keyboard Label the backup copies clearly and store them in "Powering down the computer" on page 92). If you don't let it unless you have a separate ... copy. ❖ Use Disk Defragmenter to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its turn off procedure. 72 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to use the Turn Off command (unless you may be lost. CAUTION: The operating system records information, such as your...
... keys Windows® keys Alt (Alternate) key Character keys Fn key Ctrl (Control) key Parts of the keyboard Label the backup copies clearly and store them in "Powering down the computer" on page 92). If you don't let it unless you have a separate ... copy. ❖ Use Disk Defragmenter to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its turn off procedure. 72 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to use the Turn Off command (unless you may be lost. CAUTION: The operating system records information, such as your...
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...as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the full-sized keyboard. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Using the Fn key you to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys ...on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard. ❖ Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to upper case - the number...
...as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the full-sized keyboard. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Using the Fn key you to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys ...on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard. ❖ Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to upper case - the number...