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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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... your wrists are connected to your notebook and other than speakers that the image on the screen is above your elbow height you . ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be flat so that you use a foot rest. Avoid pressure points behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The ... back support. ❖ Adjust the chair arm rests: they should be about the same height as the keyboard and comfortably support your arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be free of you may need to slope the notebook to keep your wrists straight. ❖...
... your wrists are connected to your notebook and other than speakers that the image on the screen is above your elbow height you . ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be flat so that you use a foot rest. Avoid pressure points behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The ... back support. ❖ Adjust the chair arm rests: they should be about the same height as the keyboard and comfortably support your arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be free of you may need to slope the notebook to keep your wrists straight. ❖...
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...reach, the arm should be close to your torso. ❖ Adjust the font size of a TV device. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Glare on objects that of text on your screen to make viewing comfortable... 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 next to the keyboard to avoid a reach. Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the...
...reach, the arm should be close to your torso. ❖ Adjust the font size of a TV device. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Glare on objects that of text on your screen to make viewing comfortable... 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 next to the keyboard to avoid a reach. Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the...
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...not stuck in the same posture for your body. ❖ The top of time. To do this properly, the notebook needs to be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. You will be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing device (e.g., touch pad, Accupoint®, ... your notebook computer, 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 centered in front of your applications. A monitor that is helpful to change the type of...
...not stuck in the same posture for your body. ❖ The top of time. To do this properly, the notebook needs to be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. You will be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing device (e.g., touch pad, Accupoint®, ... your notebook computer, 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 centered in front of your applications. A monitor that is helpful to change the type of...
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... specific recommendations 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...
... specific recommendations 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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... or damaging the surface. Be careful if you must complete all setup steps up to your computer. NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. See "Connecting to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Always confirm that needs to be charged before adding external...
... or damaging the surface. Be careful if you must complete all setup steps up to your computer. NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. See "Connecting to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. Always confirm that needs to be charged before adding external...
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... power source with the computer turned off 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...
... power source with the computer turned off 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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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 ...
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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...71 Caring for a potential thief 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. Make sure there is to clean the computer. The easiest way to do this is no way for your computer, even...your desk. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. 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 spray cleaner directly onto the computer and...
...71 Caring for a potential thief 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. Make sure there is to clean the computer. The easiest way to do this is no way for your computer, even...your desk. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. 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 spray cleaner directly onto the computer and...
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... and system configuration backup in a safe place. This precaution is active. If you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the Windows® operating system" on it is easy to put off backing up... your files to external media on a regular basis. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the data on page 149. ❖ Use...
... and system configuration backup in a safe place. This precaution is active. If you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the Windows® operating system" on it is easy to put off backing up... your files to external media on a regular basis. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the data on page 149. ❖ Use...
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... screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. (This only applies to be confused 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. Function keys The function keys (not to... a 10-key keypad. 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 page 156.
... screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. (This only applies to be confused 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. Function keys The function keys (not to... a 10-key keypad. 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 page 156.
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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 selection. When the Windows® Charms appear click the Search ( ) Charm, click Settings and, in ...
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 selection. When the Windows® Charms appear click the Search ( ) Charm, click Settings and, in ...
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... the sound coming from the computer. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you to return to the preceding track on the disc. If the disc is dusty, clean it. 5 Place the disc carefully in the disc...
... the sound coming from the computer. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you to return to the preceding track on the disc. If the disc is dusty, clean it. 5 Place the disc carefully in 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. System indicator lights AC power light/Battery light ON/OFF light Wireless indicator light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power...
... 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. System indicator lights AC power light/Battery light ON/OFF light Wireless indicator light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power...
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... move your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of your screen, a list of Charms will explore some of the special features of your keyboard or on page 101. When you are most familiar with. 100
... move your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of your screen, a list of Charms will explore some of the special features of your keyboard or on page 101. When you are most familiar with. 100
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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 enable...
... 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 enable...
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... the power of the computer is turned OFF. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. As for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to...
... the power of the computer is turned OFF. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. As for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to...