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Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Selecting a place to work 29 Setting up a work environment 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Computer user comfort recommendations .......30 Good Working Posture 30 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 31 Typing style 32 Taking breaks and varying tasks 32 Mobile computing tips 33 Transporting the notebook 33 18
Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Selecting a place to work 29 Setting up a work environment 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Computer user comfort recommendations .......30 Good Working Posture 30 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 31 Typing style 32 Taking breaks and varying tasks 32 Mobile computing tips 33 Transporting the notebook 33 18
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...Cleaning the computer 70 Moving the computer 70 Using a computer lock 70 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 72 Computing tips 72 Using the keyboard 73 Function keys 74 Special Windows® keys 75 Touch screen 75 Touch screen navigation 75 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting... media 81 Recording optical media 81 Removing a disc with the computer on 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86
...Cleaning the computer 70 Moving the computer 70 Using a computer lock 70 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 72 Computing tips 72 Using the keyboard 73 Function keys 74 Special Windows® keys 75 Touch screen 75 Touch screen navigation 75 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting... media 81 Recording optical media 81 Removing a disc with the computer on 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86
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...116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer...can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical disc drive problems 139 Sound system problems 140...
...116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer...can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical disc drive problems 139 Sound system problems 140...
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... in the Windows® operating system 145 If you need further assistance 149 Contacting Toshiba 150 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 150 Toshiba's worldwide offices 150 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 152 Functions 152 Help file 153 Display brightness 153 Output (Display switch ...154 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 155 Media buttons 155 Volume Mute 156 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............156 Keyboard Function ...
... in the Windows® operating system 145 If you need further assistance 149 Contacting Toshiba 150 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 150 Toshiba's worldwide offices 150 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 152 Functions 152 Help file 153 Display brightness 153 Output (Display switch ...154 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 155 Media buttons 155 Volume Mute 156 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............156 Keyboard Function ...
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... points behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The space under your desk should be tilted so that the image on the notebook. The keyboard should be flat so that you can be close enough to your wrists on the screen is above your elbow height you . ❖ The... keyboard and pointing device should be free of your back and provide comfortable back support. ❖ Adjust the chair arm rests: they should be about the ...
... points behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The space under your desk should be tilted so that the image on the notebook. The keyboard should be flat so that you can be close enough to your wrists on the screen is above your elbow height you . ❖ The... keyboard and pointing device should be free of your back and provide comfortable back support. ❖ Adjust the chair arm rests: they should be about the ...
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Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. We recommend ...away. Glare on the notebook display may be more comfortable to dock the notebook and use an external keyboard, mouse and monitor. ❖ The keyboard and mouse (or trackball) should be close to your torso. ❖ Adjust the font size of ... and balanced over your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to reach, the arm should be supported in the forearm area by the desk surface or the chair arm supports.
Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. We recommend ...away. Glare on the notebook display may be more comfortable to dock the notebook and use an external keyboard, mouse and monitor. ❖ The keyboard and mouse (or trackball) should be close to your torso. ❖ Adjust the font size of ... and balanced over your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to reach, the arm should be supported in the forearm area by the desk surface or the chair arm supports.
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... you might consider customized prescription computer glasses. A monitor that is available with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for long periods of pointing device that you use on a regular basis to use bifocals you may need to occasionally stand while using... or trackball) with a comfortable hand posture. Make sure you are not stuck in front of your body. ❖ The top of the keyboard or on an elevated surface. Alternatively, you don't have to be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing device (e.g., touch pad, Accupoint®...
... you might consider customized prescription computer glasses. A monitor that is available with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for long periods of pointing device that you use on a regular basis to use bifocals you may need to occasionally stand while using... or trackball) with a comfortable hand posture. Make sure you are not stuck in front of your body. ❖ The top of the keyboard or on an elevated surface. Alternatively, you don't have to be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing device (e.g., touch pad, Accupoint®...
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... feet flat on the ground? ❏ Is there adequate space under your desk for your legs? ❏ Are the keyboard and mouse at elbow level? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the mouse? ❏ Do you clean your mouse or trackball regularly...
... feet flat on the ground? ❏ Is there adequate space under your desk for your legs? ❏ Are the keyboard and mouse at elbow level? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the mouse? ❏ Do you clean your mouse or trackball regularly...
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... components to your computer. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. An overload on page 41 before you must complete all setup steps up to , a mouse, keyboard, and printer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket...
... components to your computer. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. An overload on page 41 before you must complete all setup steps up to , a mouse, keyboard, and printer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket...
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... Charging the main battery Charging the main battery NOTE The computer battery may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to...
... Charging the main battery Charging the main battery NOTE The computer battery may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to...
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... Started 57 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Turn on your computer while pressing the F12 key on page 78. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back-up your work" on your keyboard. NOTE During the recovery process your computer must be copied into the backup folder. You can recover the factory default...
... Started 57 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Turn on your computer while pressing the F12 key on page 78. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back-up your work" on your keyboard. NOTE During the recovery process your computer must be copied into the backup folder. You can recover the factory default...
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... the icon (usually an arrow) that moves on certain models. Using the touch pad Getting Started 63 Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or activate an...
... the icon (usually an arrow) that moves on certain models. Using the touch pad Getting Started 63 Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or activate an...
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... drive and optical disc drive indicator lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through the loop. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase... may want to secure your computer to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
... drive and optical disc drive indicator lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through the loop. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase... may want to secure your computer to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
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... records information, such as new icon positions may be lost. If you have a separate backup copy. Using the keyboard NOTE Your computer may be equipped with a 10-key keyboard, depending on page 145. ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may damage the disk..., the drive, or both. This precaution is especially important for viruses. It is active. Learning the Basics 73 Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it takes time. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the Windows® operating system" on your...
... records information, such as new icon positions may be lost. If you have a separate backup copy. Using the keyboard NOTE Your computer may be equipped with a 10-key keyboard, depending on page 145. ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may damage the disk..., the drive, or both. This precaution is especially important for viruses. It is active. Learning the Basics 73 Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it takes time. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the Windows® operating system" on your...
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For more information, see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the computer. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute ...programmed functions when pressed. 74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) 10-key keyboard (Available on certain models) NOTE To capture a print screen of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. (This...
For more information, see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the computer. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute ...programmed functions when pressed. 74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) 10-key keyboard (Available on certain models) NOTE To capture a print screen of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. (This...
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... -screen buttons. Learning the Basics 75 Touch screen 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 the glass, discontinue use of glass so avoid contact with displayed apps and programs... can also change the screen's orientation. Touch & hold-Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger to type using the keyboard.
... -screen buttons. Learning the Basics 75 Touch screen 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 the glass, discontinue use of glass so avoid contact with displayed apps and programs... can also change the screen's orientation. Touch & hold-Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger to type using the keyboard.
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... that it is dusty, clean it. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you to go to enable/disable volume mute.
... that it is dusty, clean it. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you to go to enable/disable volume mute.
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... In this chapter, you can do in from the right edge, a list of Windows® charms will explore some of the special features of your keyboard or on the LCD screen to go to the Windows® Help and Support. Exploring the Start screen The Start screen is the launching pad...
... In this chapter, you can do in from the right edge, a list of Windows® charms will explore some of the special features of your keyboard or on the LCD screen to go to the Windows® Help and Support. Exploring the Start screen The Start screen is the launching pad...
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Utilities System Settings 121 ❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ SATA-Allows you to set conditions for SATA ❖ USB-Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation and internal USB 3.0 controller
Utilities System Settings 121 ❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ SATA-Allows you to set conditions for SATA ❖ USB-Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation and internal USB 3.0 controller
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...your software using the internal storage drive more keyboard error messages. Is the display power set for an external monitor. Was the battery fully charged to turn off automatically? After a period of time, the battery will need to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. To capture only the active window ... a different make sure the display priority is not set to begin with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will lose its ability to update your keyboard driver. Have you connected may need to its power from the battery? Refer to this , press F4...
...your software using the internal storage drive more keyboard error messages. Is the display power set for an external monitor. Was the battery fully charged to turn off automatically? After a period of time, the battery will need to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. To capture only the active window ... a different make sure the display priority is not set to begin with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will lose its ability to update your keyboard driver. Have you connected may need to its power from the battery? Refer to this , press F4...