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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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... comfortable 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 centered in temperature or humidity and sources of you. ❖ The...10070; Work with relaxed shoulders. ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try not to rest your wrists on the notebook. The keyboard should be close enough to your desk should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should...
... comfortable 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 centered in temperature or humidity and sources of you. ❖ The...10070; Work with relaxed shoulders. ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try not to rest your wrists on the notebook. The keyboard should be close enough to your desk should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should...
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... 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. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that of text 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 make viewing comfortable. ❖ Rest your eyes periodically by the desk surface...
... 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. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that of text 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 make viewing comfortable. ❖ Rest your eyes periodically by the desk surface...
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...posture for long periods of the monitor should be on an elevated surface. To do this properly, the notebook needs to be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. Make sure you follow the Good Working Posture points mentioned above while working in the neck...with your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for your body. ❖ The top of time. Some people find it comfortable to occasionally stand while using the notebook. Avoid awkward...
...posture for long periods of the monitor should be on an elevated surface. To do this properly, the notebook needs to be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. Make sure you follow the Good Working Posture points mentioned above while working in the neck...with your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for your body. ❖ The top of time. Some people find it comfortable to occasionally stand while using the notebook. Avoid awkward...
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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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... scratching or damaging the surface. Be careful if you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer carefully to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory.
... scratching or damaging the surface. Be careful if you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer carefully to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory.
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... the point where it . This 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, place one hand on and begin using high-precision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the...
... the point where it . This 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, place one hand on and begin using high-precision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the...
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...the Enter key. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that you created are not restored during this process. 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 ... the USB Flash option, depending on which type of media you are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your keyboard. 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive With recovery media, you can: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method...
...the Enter key. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that you created are not restored during this process. 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 ... the USB Flash option, depending on which type of media you are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your keyboard. 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive With recovery media, you can: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method...
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... the table below for specific instructions on performing each operation. 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...
... the table below for specific instructions on performing each operation. 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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... computer lock cable. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to a heavy object such as your desk. Using a...avoid scratching or damaging the surface. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Getting Started 79 Caring for your computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning ...
... computer lock cable. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to a heavy object such as your desk. Using a...avoid scratching or damaging the surface. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Getting Started 79 Caring for your computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning ...
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...backing up your files to external media on it unless you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the data on a...normally, details such as your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you have a separate backup copy. 82 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it takes time. However, if your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Label the backup copies ...
...backing up your files to external media on it unless you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the data on a...normally, details such as your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you have a separate backup copy. 82 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it takes time. However, if your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Label the backup copies ...
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...see "Hot key functions" on the computer. 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... Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are not interchangeable. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. Learning the Basics 83 Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the ...
...see "Hot key functions" on the computer. 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... Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are not interchangeable. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. Learning the Basics 83 Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the ...
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.../pause button allows you to decrease the volume of the sound coming from the computer. Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you to return to the preceding track on . 2 Make sure the drive's in-use a pencil to the following track on . Inserting an optical disc...
.../pause button allows you to decrease the volume of the sound coming from the computer. Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you to return to the preceding track on . 2 Make sure the drive's in-use a pencil to the following track on . Inserting an optical 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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... bus power (DC 5V) to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on the display you are USB ports that have the ( ) symbol icon. Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type Sleep Utility. This... function can only be used for SATA ❖ USB-Allows you to toggle the display. If data does not appear on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys...
... bus power (DC 5V) to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on the display you are USB ports that have the ( ) symbol icon. Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type Sleep Utility. This... function can only be used for SATA ❖ USB-Allows you to toggle the display. If data does not appear on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys...
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... by supplying USB bus power (DC 5V). USB bus power (DC 5V) is turned OFF. However, some external devices cannot be disabled. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 131 are connected to the compatible ports. As such, we recommend 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 external device connected to the compatible port, USB bus power (DC 5V) supply may be...
... by supplying USB bus power (DC 5V). USB bus power (DC 5V) is turned OFF. However, some external devices cannot be disabled. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 131 are connected to the compatible ports. As such, we recommend 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 external device connected to the compatible port, USB bus power (DC 5V) supply may be...
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... does not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to its previous setting. The keyboard you through the display options. Press any key to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. If this , press F4. Refer to the documentation that came with the computer.... If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. 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 the computer is ...
... does not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to its previous setting. The keyboard you through the display options. Press any key to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. If this , press F4. Refer to the documentation that came with the computer.... If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. 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 the computer is ...
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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 allows you to zoom in. This hot key allows you to zoom out. This hot key mutes the sound coming from the computer.
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 allows you to zoom in. This hot key allows you to zoom out. This hot key mutes the sound coming from the computer.