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Contents Introduction 27 This guide 29 Safety icons 30 Other icons used 30 Your computer's features and specifications ....31 Other documentation 31 Service options 31 Chapter 1: Getting Started 32 Selecting a place to work 32 Setting up a work environment 32 Keeping yourself comfortable 33 Computer user comfort recommendations .......33 Good Working Posture 33 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 34 Typing style 35 Taking breaks and varying tasks 35 Mobile computing tips 36 Transporting the notebook 36 21
Contents Introduction 27 This guide 29 Safety icons 30 Other icons used 30 Your computer's features and specifications ....31 Other documentation 31 Service options 31 Chapter 1: Getting Started 32 Selecting a place to work 32 Setting up a work environment 32 Keeping yourself comfortable 33 Computer user comfort recommendations .......33 Good Working Posture 33 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 34 Typing style 35 Taking breaks and varying tasks 35 Mobile computing tips 36 Transporting the notebook 36 21
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... your computer 79 Cleaning the computer 79 Moving the computer 79 Using a computer lock 79 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 81 Computing tips 81 Using the keyboard 82 Character keys 83 Function keys 83 Special Windows® keys 83 Starting a program 84 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 84... optical disc 88 Removing a disc with the computer on 89 Playing optical media 89 Recording optical media 90 Removing a disc with the computer off 91 Toshiba's online resources 91
... your computer 79 Cleaning the computer 79 Moving the computer 79 Using a computer lock 79 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 81 Computing tips 81 Using the keyboard 82 Character keys 83 Function keys 83 Special Windows® keys 83 Starting a program 84 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 84... optical disc 88 Removing a disc with the computer on 89 Playing optical media 89 Recording optical media 90 Removing a disc with the computer off 91 Toshiba's online resources 91
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...configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 153 If you need further assistance 157 Contacting Toshiba 158 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 158 Toshiba's worldwide offices 158 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 160 Hot Key Cards 160 Using the Hot Key Cards 161 Hot key functions 161... Volume Mute 162 Lock (Instant security 162 Display brightness 162 Output (Display switch 163 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 164 Keyboard ...
...configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 153 If you need further assistance 157 Contacting Toshiba 158 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 158 Toshiba's worldwide offices 158 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 160 Hot Key Cards 160 Using the Hot Key Cards 161 Hot key functions 161... Volume Mute 162 Lock (Instant security 162 Display brightness 162 Output (Display switch 163 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 164 Keyboard ...
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... your desk should be free of clutter so that your legs and feet are not restricted, and you can be supported by the seat. The keyboard should be flat so that your feet cannot reach the floor, use frequently. ❖ Adjust the chair back rest: it should match the curve... in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as the keyboard and comfortably support your arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be centered in front of you. ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be close enough to your notebook and other ...
... your desk should be free of clutter so that your legs and feet are not restricted, and you can be supported by the seat. The keyboard should be flat so that your feet cannot reach the floor, use frequently. ❖ Adjust the chair back rest: it should match the curve... in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as the keyboard and comfortably support your arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be centered in front of you. ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be close enough to your notebook and other ...
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...text on objects that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your eyes. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Glare on the notebook display may be more comfortable to dock the...hours, it may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches. ❖ Certain notebook displays have to reach, the arm should be next to the keyboard to make viewing comfortable. ❖ Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on your torso. ❖ Adjust the font size of a TV device. If...
...text on objects that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your eyes. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Glare on the notebook display may be more comfortable to dock the...hours, it may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches. ❖ Certain notebook displays have to reach, the arm should be next to the keyboard to make viewing comfortable. ❖ Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on your torso. ❖ Adjust the font size of a TV device. If...
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..., or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for long periods of the monitor should be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. Typing style ❖ Learn to touch type so that you don't have...and arm comfort. ❖ Select a mouse that is comfortable for you to use. ❖ Don't rest your wrists on the edge of the keyboard or on the work so that you use on an elevated surface. Avoid awkward hand postures or high gripping force. ❖ It is helpful to...
..., or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for long periods of the monitor should be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. Typing style ❖ Learn to touch type so that you don't have...and arm comfort. ❖ Select a mouse that is comfortable for you to use. ❖ Don't rest your wrists on the edge of the keyboard or on the work so that you use on an elevated surface. Avoid awkward hand postures or high gripping force. ❖ It is helpful to...
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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 hold the mouse or trackball with...
... 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 hold the mouse or trackball with...
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... the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to a power source" on page 40. Failure to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are not limited to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious...
... the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to a power source" on page 40. Failure to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are not limited to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious...
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... where it . When the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology...
... where it . When the computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology...
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NOTE When you restore your keyboard. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of media you are using Windows® Backup or another backup program. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12... see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. 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...
NOTE When you restore your keyboard. The Boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of media you are using Windows® Backup or another backup program. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12... see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. 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...
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... pad and associated control buttons ❖ Refer to your computer. 72 Getting Started Using the touch pad 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...
... pad and associated control buttons ❖ Refer to your computer. 72 Getting Started Using the touch pad 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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To keep your computer carefully to a heavy object such as your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. For more information on page ... easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
To keep your computer carefully to a heavy object such as your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. For more information on page ... easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
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...backing up your files to a disk may be lost. However, if 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 it unless you do...shut down normally, details such as your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or ...
...backing up your files to a disk may be lost. However, if 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 it unless you do...shut down normally, details such as your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or ...
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...® key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Learning the Basics 83 Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the computer. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page...programmed functions when pressed. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that : ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the...
...® key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Learning the Basics 83 Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the computer. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page...programmed functions when pressed. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that : ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the...
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... Basics Using the optical disc drive Never use indicator light is turned on the disc. Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is on the disc. If the disc is free of...
... Basics Using the optical disc drive Never use indicator light is turned on the disc. Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is on the disc. If the disc is free of...
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... HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the ON/OFF light ( ), and the power button light near the upper-right corner of the keyboard.
... HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the ON/OFF light ( ), and the power button light near the upper-right corner of the keyboard.
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... the built-in Sleep mode, Hibernation mode or shutdown state (powered off). 130 Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set...
... the built-in Sleep mode, Hibernation mode or shutdown state (powered off). 130 Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set...
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... the devices with the USB specification. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible port even when the power of the computer is turned off. However, some external devices cannot be disabled. It is recommended ...the computer's battery will be depleted even when the power of the computer will be charged solely by supplying USB bus power (DC 5V). Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 131 are connected to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be...
... the devices with the USB specification. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible port even when the power of the computer is turned off. However, some external devices cannot be disabled. It is recommended ...the computer's battery will be depleted even when the power of the computer will be charged solely by supplying USB bus power (DC 5V). Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 131 are connected to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be...
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...and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to make of keyboard. If you through the display options. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems ...and their solutions: The screen is not set for the builtin screen. 144 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for an ...
...and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to make of keyboard. If you through the display options. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems ...and their solutions: The screen is not set for the builtin screen. 144 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for an ...
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This hot key mutes the sound coming from the computer. This hot key allows you to zoom in. This hot key allows you to zoom out. Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions This hot key decreases the speaker volume. 165 This hot key increases the speaker volume.
This hot key mutes the sound coming from the computer. This hot key allows you to zoom in. This hot key allows you to zoom out. Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions This hot key decreases the speaker volume. 165 This hot key increases the speaker volume.