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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Recovering the Internal... display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse 79 Connecting a printer 79 Setting up a printer 80 Turning off the computer 80 Options for turning off the computer 81 Using the...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Recovering the Internal... display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse 79 Connecting a printer 79 Setting up a printer 80 Turning off the computer 80 Options for turning off the computer 81 Using the...
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... the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 92 Computing tips 92 Using the keyboard 93 Character keys 94 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 94 Function keys 94 Special Windows® keys 95 Overlay keys 95 Starting a program...
... the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 92 Computing tips 92 Using the keyboard 93 Character keys 94 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 94 Function keys 94 Special Windows® keys 95 Overlay keys 95 Starting a program...
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... operating system can help you 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 167 Checking device properties 167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 168 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 170 Disk or storage drive problems 172 Error-checking 172 Optical drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175 Printer problems 175... habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 185
... operating system can help you 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 167 Checking device properties 167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 168 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 170 Disk or storage drive problems 172 Error-checking 172 Optical drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175 Printer problems 175... habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 185
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 187 Hot Key Cards 187 Using the Hot Key Cards 188 Application Cards 189 Using the Application Cards 190 Card Case 190 Hot key functions 191 Volume Mute 191 Lock (Instant security 192 Power plan 193 Sleep mode 194 Hibernation mode 195 Output (Display switch 196 Display brightness 197 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............198 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 199 Zoom (Display resolution 200 Keyboard hot key functions 201 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 202 Glossary 203 Index 217
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 187 Hot Key Cards 187 Using the Hot Key Cards 188 Application Cards 189 Using the Application Cards 190 Card Case 190 Hot key functions 191 Volume Mute 191 Lock (Instant security 192 Power plan 193 Sleep mode 194 Hibernation mode 195 Output (Display switch 196 Display brightness 197 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............198 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 199 Zoom (Display resolution 200 Keyboard hot key functions 201 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 202 Glossary 203 Index 217
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... page 51 before you must complete all setup steps up your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat...
... page 51 before you must complete all setup steps up your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat...
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... NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to...
... NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to...
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... an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 76) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on -screen ...instructions. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba...
... an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 76) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on -screen ...instructions. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba...
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...Drive NOTE ❖ During the internal storage drive recovery process it is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your internal storage drive, without restoring the information on the drive and all information stored in those partitions....power source via the AC adaptor. To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on page 68. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state deletes all partitions on the drive. To recover the original factory image using the utilities...
...Drive NOTE ❖ During the internal storage drive recovery process it is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your internal storage drive, without restoring the information on the drive and all information stored in those partitions....power source via the AC adaptor. To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on page 68. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state deletes all partitions on the drive. To recover the original factory image using the utilities...
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Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your computer be lost during the recovery process. When ...
Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your computer be lost during the recovery process. When ...
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... rewritten. If not, skip to step 4. 4 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on page 69. 64 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive The "Recover to a custom size partition" option restores your C: drive to its...
... rewritten. If not, skip to step 4. 4 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on page 69. 64 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive The "Recover to a custom size partition" option restores your C: drive to its...
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... have created other partitions by either using the utilities stored on your computer's internal storage drive or by using the utilities on your keyboard while powering on the keyboard to restart the computer. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next. When the process is turned off. 2 Press and hold...
... have created other partitions by either using the utilities stored on your computer's internal storage drive or by using the utilities on your keyboard while powering on the keyboard to restart the computer. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next. When the process is turned off. 2 Press and hold...
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...7 Click Next. Be sure to copy the internal storage drive recovery files. Creating recovery DVDs/media Depending on the keyboard to begin the recovery. When the process is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your work to external media before proceeding. 8 Click Next to restart... screen appears. outside the United States it is (800) 457-7777; A confirmation message displays reminding you have replaced your computer's internal storage drive. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in the United States is (949) 859-4273.
...7 Click Next. Be sure to copy the internal storage drive recovery files. Creating recovery DVDs/media Depending on the keyboard to begin the recovery. When the process is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your work to external media before proceeding. 8 Click Next to restart... screen appears. outside the United States it is (800) 457-7777; A confirmation message displays reminding you have replaced your computer's internal storage drive. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in the United States is (949) 859-4273.
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...the recovery options instead of erasing the drive. Read the Warning screen that the drive has been recovered. 10 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. To delete all data and partitions from the hard disk-This option deletes all of the following options on the.... Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the internal storage drive will delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs/media. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your system offers this...
...the recovery options instead of erasing the drive. Read the Warning screen that the drive has been recovered. 10 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. To delete all data and partitions from the hard disk-This option deletes all of the following options on the.... Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the internal storage drive will delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs/media. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your system offers this...
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... work to external media before proceeding. 5 Click Next to restart the computer. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. 72 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors...
... work to external media before proceeding. 5 Click Next to restart the computer. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. 72 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors...
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... Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ You can use the TouchPad™ (the small, touch-sensitive area in front of the keyboard) and the ... instructions on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. Getting Started 73 Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on performing each operation.
... Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ You can use the TouchPad™ (the small, touch-sensitive area in front of the keyboard) and the ... instructions on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. Getting Started 73 Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on performing each operation.
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...external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to your printer documentation for use an external keyboard, you can purchase one to your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If ... documentation may require you may not function correctly. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Getting Started 79 Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in "Setting up a printer" on page 80. Read the documentation that came with your...
...external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to your printer documentation for use an external keyboard, you can purchase one to your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If ... documentation may require you may not function correctly. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Getting Started 79 Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in "Setting up a printer" on page 80. Read the documentation that came with your...
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..., see "Power Plans" on page 138. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your operating system documentation or Help and Support for your computer This...
..., see "Power Plans" on page 138. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your operating system documentation or Help and Support for your computer This...
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...Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to external media on it takes time. If you have a separate backup copy. 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 receive ... from or writing to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard However, if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on a regular basis. This precaution is...
...Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to external media on it takes time. If you have a separate backup copy. 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 receive ... from or writing to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard However, if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on a regular basis. This precaution is...
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...be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the enhanced keyboard. Function keys The function keys (not to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; cursor positioning keys; Pressing the Fn key... letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are using. For more information, see your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the program you to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the numeric pad of the...
...be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the enhanced keyboard. Function keys The function keys (not to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; cursor positioning keys; Pressing the Fn key... letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are using. For more information, see your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the program you to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the numeric pad of the...
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Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with gray numbers and symbols on ... key-Has a similar function as you would using the 10-key keypad on page 191. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay For example, Fn+F9 turns the TouchPad™ ON/OFF. Learning the Basics 95 Using the...
Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with gray numbers and symbols on ... key-Has a similar function as you would using the 10-key keypad on page 191. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay For example, Fn+F9 turns the TouchPad™ ON/OFF. Learning the Basics 95 Using the...