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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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...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 ...work 85 Restoring your work 86 Using the optical disc drive 86 Optical disc drive components 87 Media control buttons 88 Inserting an 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...
...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 ...work 85 Restoring your work 86 Using the optical disc drive 86 Optical disc drive components 87 Media control buttons 88 Inserting an 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...
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... is clear. The forearms can be supported by the seat. Keeping yourself comfortable This section provides information for working comfortably throughout the day. The keyboard should be flat so that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in front of...arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be centered in temperature or humidity and sources of your wrists are straight when typing. Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as ...
... is clear. The forearms can be supported by the seat. Keeping yourself comfortable This section provides information for working comfortably throughout the day. The keyboard should be flat so that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in front of...arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be centered in temperature or humidity and sources of your wrists are straight when typing. Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as ...
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...it may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches. ❖ Certain notebook displays have to reach, the arm should be next to the keyboard to work ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that of a TV device. We recommend that are farther away. If you adjust the brightness... 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 eyes. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds...
...it may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches. ❖ Certain notebook displays have to reach, the arm should be next to the keyboard to work ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that of a TV device. We recommend that are farther away. If you adjust the brightness... 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 eyes. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds...
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.... ❖ If you use bifocals you are not stuck in just one hand posture. Getting Started 35 Selecting a place to work ❖ Alternative keyboards, such as the split curved keyboard, may improve shoulder 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 an elevated surface. Make sure you use on a regular basis to avoid working . You will be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. Avoid awkward hand postures or high gripping ...
.... ❖ If you use bifocals you are not stuck in just one hand posture. Getting Started 35 Selecting a place to work ❖ Alternative keyboards, such as the split curved keyboard, may improve shoulder 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 an elevated surface. Make sure you use on a regular basis to avoid working . You will be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. Avoid awkward hand postures or high gripping ...
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... 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? ❏ Is the top of your chair comfortable - Getting Started 37 Selecting a place to work For more specific recommendations on the safety ...
... 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? ❏ Is the top of your chair comfortable - Getting Started 37 Selecting a place to work For more specific recommendations on the safety ...
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...Backup or another backup program. For more information on these options, see "Backing up your computer. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped...custom size partition For more information, see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on page 53. NOTE When you restore your keyboard. Any files that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Do one of the following : ❖ If your recovery ...flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on your work" on page 85.
...Backup or another backup program. For more information on these options, see "Backing up your computer. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped...custom size partition For more information, see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on page 53. NOTE When you restore your keyboard. Any files that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Do one of the following : ❖ If your recovery ...flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on your work" on page 85.
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...using after starting in Sleep mode, Hibernation mode or shutdown state (powered off). However, the "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not work with certain external devices even if they For more information, see "Directing the display output when you turn on the computer" on page 77... it remembers the last configuration. It also displays the remaining battery capacity. 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 your selection. You can supply USB bus power ...
...using after starting in Sleep mode, Hibernation mode or shutdown state (powered off). However, the "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not work with certain external devices even if they For more information, see "Directing the display output when you turn on the computer" on page 77... it remembers the last configuration. It also displays the remaining battery capacity. 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 your selection. You can supply USB bus power ...
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... does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. As for compatible port. The "USB Wakeup function" will be depleted even when...AC adaptor is not connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will now work for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the..." to charge external devices will be charged solely by supplying USB bus power (DC 5V). Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 131 are connected to the compatible ports. NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge...
... does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. As for compatible port. The "USB Wakeup function" will be depleted even when...AC adaptor is not connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will now work for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the..." to charge external devices will be charged solely by supplying USB bus power (DC 5V). Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 131 are connected to the compatible ports. NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge...
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... ❖ Press F4 to make sure the display priority is blank. If you through the display options. You may need to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using the built-in screen, make sure the ...If this , press F4. If you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. 144 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to ...
... ❖ Press F4 to make sure the display priority is blank. If you through the display options. You may need to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are using the built-in screen, make sure the ...If this , press F4. If you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. 144 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to ...
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...memory. click-To press and release the pointing device's primary button without moving the pointing device. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. A character occupies one byte of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing, memory, input/...system are mounted on the computer. 173 Glossary C cache-A section of very fast memory in which computers, programs, or devices can work together harmoniously, using the same commands, formats, or language as a paragraph break in a word-processing program. Accessing data from cache ...
...memory. click-To press and release the pointing device's primary button without moving the pointing device. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. A character occupies one byte of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing, memory, input/...system are mounted on the computer. 173 Glossary C cache-A section of very fast memory in which computers, programs, or devices can work together harmoniously, using the same commands, formats, or language as a paragraph break in a word-processing program. Accessing data from cache ...
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...can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to ...Memory cache installed on the screen that you use to perform a task instead of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . hot ... Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. It...
...can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to ...Memory cache installed on the screen that you use to perform a task instead of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . hot ... Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. It...
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... 152 hard disk drive is slow 146 Help and Support, Windows® operating system 140 high-pitched noise 148 installing hardware/software 155 keyboard 144 keyboard will not respond 136 memory problems 142 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 146 on-screen eject button 148 optical disc drive 147 power...cannot use 156 USB Wakeup function does not work 157 user password, deleting 125 user password, setting 125 using a microphone 112 computer lock 79 DVDs 86 Memory card reader 114 optical disc drive 86 touch pad 72 Web Camera 113 using the keyboard 82 Utilities 116 V video projector adjusting ...
... 152 hard disk drive is slow 146 Help and Support, Windows® operating system 140 high-pitched noise 148 installing hardware/software 155 keyboard 144 keyboard will not respond 136 memory problems 142 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 146 on-screen eject button 148 optical disc drive 147 power...cannot use 156 USB Wakeup function does not work 157 user password, deleting 125 user password, setting 125 using a microphone 112 computer lock 79 DVDs 86 Memory card reader 114 optical disc drive 86 touch pad 72 Web Camera 113 using the keyboard 82 Utilities 116 V video projector adjusting ...
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... form of strong impact as the material could become hot when in temperature or humidity and sources of mobile phones can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Rapid changes in use of temperature change such as this condition does not indicate a malfunction. Pressure or impact damage Do not apply... can become hot. Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your work space design, posture and lighting that is used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the computer for a long time, for Safety and...
... form of strong impact as the material could become hot when in temperature or humidity and sources of mobile phones can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Rapid changes in use of temperature change such as this condition does not indicate a malfunction. Pressure or impact damage Do not apply... can become hot. Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your work space design, posture and lighting that is used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the computer for a long time, for Safety and...
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Failure to completely shut down the computer in memory could allow the operating system to turn off the power without exiting from your keyboard commands. Data in this way could be lost . Press the power button and hold it down the computer. Sleep Mode If you ...that reactivate the computer automatically, such as USB devices, memory media or other systems, possibly causing serious injury. When you have to interrupt your work, you left off , wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on the power again, you can be damaged. Do not install...
Failure to completely shut down the computer in memory could allow the operating system to turn off the power without exiting from your keyboard commands. Data in this way could be lost . Press the power button and hold it down the computer. Sleep Mode If you ...that reactivate the computer automatically, such as USB devices, memory media or other systems, possibly causing serious injury. When you have to interrupt your work, you left off , wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on the power again, you can be damaged. Do not install...
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...use of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits: Restores the previous working environment more power while the computer is off. Please note that this feature must be restored... Mode in the Power Options (to the settings in one of time. Please note that keyboard keys can lengthen the overall operating time by the System Sleep Mode feature. Please note that...Wakeup on , you can continue where you left when you can only be enabled within the TOSHIBA System Settings. If the computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is active, the application ...
...use of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits: Restores the previous working environment more power while the computer is off. Please note that this feature must be restored... Mode in the Power Options (to the settings in one of time. Please note that keyboard keys can lengthen the overall operating time by the System Sleep Mode feature. Please note that...Wakeup on , you can continue where you left when you can only be enabled within the TOSHIBA System Settings. If the computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is active, the application ...
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...is required for renewal. Resume play properly. AACS key renewal is subject to conditions specified by the software provider, TOSHIBA Corporation. Doing so may not work depending on these items refer to the specifications of this product is ineffective. Blu-ray™ drives and their ... only be used with content or contact the content manufacturers directly. Playback of Blu-ray Disc™. While playing a BD-J title, keyboard shortcut is required for 5 years after the purchase of three marketing regions. The interactive function on Blu-ray™ discs may cause ...
...is required for renewal. Resume play properly. AACS key renewal is subject to conditions specified by the software provider, TOSHIBA Corporation. Doing so may not work depending on these items refer to the specifications of this product is ineffective. Blu-ray™ drives and their ... only be used with content or contact the content manufacturers directly. Playback of Blu-ray Disc™. While playing a BD-J title, keyboard shortcut is required for 5 years after the purchase of three marketing regions. The interactive function on Blu-ray™ discs may cause ...
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...to a USB port, clicking the mouse button or pressing the keyboard will wakeup the computer. For example, if a mouse or USB keyboard is connected to the Turning off the power section, for more details. TOSHIBA Password utility The TOSHIBA Password utility provides two levels of main memory are automatically saved ... external devices connected to the USB ports. Double click the Speakers icon and then click the TOSHIBA Audio Enhancement tab. User's Manual 5-5 Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can use this feature to allow you to turn off the power to the computer ...
...to a USB port, clicking the mouse button or pressing the keyboard will wakeup the computer. For example, if a mouse or USB keyboard is connected to the Turning off the power section, for more details. TOSHIBA Password utility The TOSHIBA Password utility provides two levels of main memory are automatically saved ... external devices connected to the USB ports. Double click the Speakers icon and then click the TOSHIBA Audio Enhancement tab. User's Manual 5-5 Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can use this feature to allow you to turn off the power to the computer ...
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...range of remaining battery life by moving the slider bar. If all USB ports have the Sleep and Charge function, attach the mouse or keyboard to charge. Try each mode, using this function. This function may not be supported for your bag. Lower limit of remaining battery ...Function under battery mode. Disabled Enables the Sleep and Charge function only when the AC adaptor is enabled. The USB Wakeup function will now work for either the internal display or an external monitor. Auto Mode (Default) is suitable for your computer's display settings for compatible ports....
...range of remaining battery life by moving the slider bar. If all USB ports have the Sleep and Charge function, attach the mouse or keyboard to charge. Try each mode, using this function. This function may not be supported for your bag. Lower limit of remaining battery ...Function under battery mode. Disabled Enables the Sleep and Charge function only when the AC adaptor is enabled. The USB Wakeup function will now work for either the internal display or an external monitor. Auto Mode (Default) is suitable for your computer's display settings for compatible ports....
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... function key by itself to use special functions. USB Legacy USB Support Use this option will only work with the internal keyboard and only when the computer is turned off, the system will boot up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled, and the computer is supported with some models. Hold FN first...
... function key by itself to use special functions. USB Legacy USB Support Use this option will only work with the internal keyboard and only when the computer is turned off, the system will boot up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled, and the computer is supported with some models. Hold FN first...