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Contents Introduction 25 This guide 27 Safety icons 28 Other icons used 28 Your computer's features and specifications ....29 Other documentation 29 Service options 29 Chapter 1: Getting Started 30 Selecting a place to work 30 Setting up a work environment 30 Keeping yourself comfortable 31 Computer user comfort recommendations .......31 Good Working Posture 31 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 32 Typing style 33 Taking breaks and varying tasks 33 Mobile computing tips 34 Transporting the notebook 34 Seeking additional help 34 19
Contents Introduction 25 This guide 27 Safety icons 28 Other icons used 28 Your computer's features and specifications ....29 Other documentation 29 Service options 29 Chapter 1: Getting Started 30 Selecting a place to work 30 Setting up a work environment 30 Keeping yourself comfortable 31 Computer user comfort recommendations .......31 Good Working Posture 31 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 32 Typing style 33 Taking breaks and varying tasks 33 Mobile computing tips 34 Transporting the notebook 34 Seeking additional help 34 19
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...Cleaning the computer 71 Moving the computer 71 Using a computer lock 71 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 73 Computing tips 73 Using the keyboard 74 Function keys 75 Special Windows® keys 76 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting an app from the Start screen 77... the computer on 81 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 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 Charging the main...
...Cleaning the computer 71 Moving the computer 71 Using a computer lock 71 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 73 Computing tips 73 Using the keyboard 74 Function keys 75 Special Windows® keys 76 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting an app from the Start screen 77... the computer on 81 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 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 Charging the main...
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... supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128 Problems when you turn on the ... can help you 135 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 135 Checking device properties 135 Memory problems 136 Power and the batteries 137 Keyboard problems 138 Display problems 139 Disk or storage drive problems 141 Error-checking 141 Optical disc drive problems 143 Sound system problems 144 Printer...
... supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128 Problems when you turn on the ... can help you 135 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 135 Checking device properties 135 Memory problems 136 Power and the batteries 137 Keyboard problems 138 Display problems 139 Disk or storage drive problems 141 Error-checking 141 Optical disc drive problems 143 Sound system problems 144 Printer...
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... in the Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 154 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch ...158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media buttons 159 Volume Mute 160 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............160 Keyboard Function ...
... in the Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 154 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch ...158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media buttons 159 Volume Mute 160 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............160 Keyboard Function ...
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... behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The space under your desk should be free of clutter so that your forearm area. The keyboard should be flat so that your elbow level. Support your arms on the notebook. Keeping yourself comfortable This section provides information for setting up your... the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be tilted so that the image on the floor and the bottom of you. ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be close enough to your notebook and other than speakers that you use a foot rest. The forearms can get close to...
... behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The space under your desk should be free of clutter so that your forearm area. The keyboard should be flat so that your elbow level. Support your arms on the notebook. Keeping yourself comfortable This section provides information for setting up your... the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be tilted so that the image on the floor and the bottom of you. ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be close enough to your notebook and other than speakers that you use a foot rest. The forearms can get close to...
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... (or trackball) should be close to your eyes. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that of a TV device. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the light intensity... so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to avoid a reach.
... (or trackball) should be close to your eyes. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that of a TV device. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the light intensity... so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to avoid a reach.
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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 keyboard or on the edge of time. Avoid awkward hand postures or high gripping force. ❖ It is helpful to...is comfortable for you might consider customized prescription computer glasses. Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work ❖ Alternative keyboards, such as the split curved keyboard, may need to lower the monitor. A monitor that you follow the Good Working Posture points mentioned above while working...
...or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for long periods of the keyboard or on the edge of time. Avoid awkward hand postures or high gripping force. ❖ It is helpful to...is comfortable for you might consider customized prescription computer glasses. Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work ❖ Alternative keyboards, such as the split curved keyboard, may need to lower the monitor. A monitor that you follow the Good Working Posture points mentioned above while working...
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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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... socket, to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to a power source" on page...
... socket, to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to a power source" on page...
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...-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready 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, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in and turned off until the battery light...
...-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready 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, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in and turned off until the battery light...
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... the icon (usually an arrow) that moves on certain models. 64 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...
... the icon (usually an arrow) that moves on certain models. 64 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 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. 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. To keep...
... 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. 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. To keep...
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...regularly to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it takes time. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all new files for files you do not...operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. 74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it is reading from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to check and optimize disk space and improve ...
...regularly to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it takes time. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all new files for files you do not...operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. 74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it is reading from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to check and optimize disk space and improve ...
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... more information, see "Functions" on the computer. Function keys marked with a 10-key keypad). Learning the Basics 75 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE To capture a print screen of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the entire screen, press the Fn... on page 156. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard NOTE Depending on your model, your system may not have a 10-key keypad.
... more information, see "Functions" on the computer. Function keys marked with a 10-key keypad). Learning the Basics 75 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE To capture a print screen of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the entire screen, press the Fn... on page 156. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard NOTE Depending on your model, your system may not have a 10-key keypad.
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76 Learning the Basics Mouse properties Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that above, click your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the settings in the Search field, ...
76 Learning the Basics Mouse properties Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that above, click your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the settings in the Search field, ...
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... allows you to mute the sound. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you could lose data. The Volume increase button allows you to increase the volume of the disc.
... allows you to mute the sound. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you could lose data. The Volume increase button allows you to increase the volume of the disc.
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... computer needs this time to confuse the battery light ( ), the ON/OFF light ( ), and the power button light near the upper-right corner of the keyboard. When the ON/OFF light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Sleep...
... computer needs this time to confuse the battery light ( ), the ON/OFF light ( ), and the power button light near the upper-right corner of the keyboard. When the ON/OFF light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Sleep...
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... go to the Start screen by clicking the Start charm, see "Charms" on the Desktop tile from your favorite apps and Web sites to your keyboard or on the LCD screen to go to the Windows Help and Support. By clicking on page 101. These Charms perform various commands, including basics...
... go to the Start screen by clicking the Start charm, see "Charms" on the Desktop tile from your favorite apps and Web sites to your keyboard or on the LCD screen to go to the Windows Help and Support. By clicking on page 101. These Charms perform various commands, including basics...
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... and Charge ❖ 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 ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to set...
... and Charge ❖ 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 ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to set...
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... devices which are connected to the compatible ports. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come into contact with their own chargers. ❖ If an external...
... devices which are connected to the compatible ports. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come into contact with their own chargers. ❖ If an external...