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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 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal... display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse 80 Connecting a printer 80 Setting up a printer 81 Turning off the computer 81 Options for turning off the computer 82 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 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal... display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse 80 Connecting a printer 80 Setting up a printer 81 Turning off the computer 81 Options for turning off the computer 82 Using the...
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... your computer 91 Cleaning the computer 91 Moving the computer 92 Using a computer lock 92 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 93 Computing tips 93 Using the keyboard 95 Character keys 95 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 95 Function keys 96 Special Windows® keys 96 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the... media 106 Recording optical media 107 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........108 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
... your computer 91 Cleaning the computer 91 Moving the computer 92 Using a computer lock 92 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 93 Computing tips 93 Using the keyboard 95 Character keys 95 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 95 Function keys 96 Special Windows® keys 96 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the... media 106 Recording optical media 107 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........108 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
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... operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 Printer problems 181 Modem problems 182... habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
... operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 Printer problems 181 Modem problems 182... habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 193 Hot Key Cards 193 Using the Hot Key Cards 194 Application Cards 195 Using the Application Cards 196 Card Case 196 Hot key functions 197 Volume Mute 197 Lock (Instant security 198 Power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 Hibernation mode 201 Output (Display switch 202 Display brightness 203 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............204 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 205 Zoom (Display resolution 206 Keyboard hot key functions 207 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 208 Glossary 209 Index 223
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 193 Hot Key Cards 193 Using the Hot Key Cards 194 Application Cards 195 Using the Application Cards 196 Card Case 196 Hot key functions 197 Volume Mute 197 Lock (Instant security 198 Power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 Hibernation mode 201 Output (Display switch 202 Display brightness 203 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............204 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 205 Zoom (Display resolution 206 Keyboard hot key functions 207 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 208 Glossary 209 Index 223
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... cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Using your computer.
... cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Using your computer.
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... Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the applications, power management settings, and features used. To avoid damaging the display panel, do...
... Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the applications, power management settings, and features used. To avoid damaging the display panel, do...
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...want to your product. Failure to set up your computer for the first time, do not turn on page 80) Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Setting up your software. See "Setting up your software When you may vary according to : ❖ Add more memory (see "...Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 80) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 80) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 77) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "...
...want to your product. Failure to set up your computer for the first time, do not turn on page 80) Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Setting up your software. See "Setting up your software When you may vary according to : ❖ Add more memory (see "...Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 80) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 80) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 77) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "...
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...power source via the AC adaptor. To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using the utilities stored on your computer be connected to an external power source via ...the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your work to step 4. For more information on creating recovery DVDs/media, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media"...
...power source via the AC adaptor. To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using the utilities stored on your computer be connected to an external power source via ...the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your work to step 4. For more information on creating recovery DVDs/media, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media"...
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... Recover to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 8 Click Next to external media before executing the recovery. When...
... Recover to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 8 Click Next to external media before executing the recovery. When...
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... this time. Click Yes 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 the computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on page 70. To resize and recover the C: drive...
... this time. Click Yes 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 the computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on page 70. To resize and recover the C: drive...
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... method, follow the procedure below. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions by using the utilities stored on the keyboard to save your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. To recover using the... 67 9 Click Next to step 4. Be sure to restart the computer. When the process is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the C: drive.
... method, follow the procedure below. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions by using the utilities stored on the keyboard to save your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. To recover using the... 67 9 Click Next to step 4. Be sure to restart the computer. When the process is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the C: drive.
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... storage drive or if you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on ... the recovery process. If your optical disc drive is (949) 859-4273. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in the United States is (800) 457-7777 outside the United States it is not a writable... drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to recover your system if the recovery files have replaced your system. NOTE The ...
... storage drive or if you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on ... the recovery process. If your optical disc drive is (949) 859-4273. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in the United States is (800) 457-7777 outside the United States it is not a writable... drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to recover your system if the recovery files have replaced your system. NOTE The ...
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... internal storage drive for security purposes. To delete all data and partitions from the hard disk-This option deletes all sectors on the computer. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose one of the recovery options instead of the ... Internal Storage Drive 10 Press any key on the boot menu and then press Enter. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option on the keyboard to continue. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your recovery DVDs/media: Insert the first recovery DVD into the optical drive and power ...
... internal storage drive for security purposes. To delete all data and partitions from the hard disk-This option deletes all sectors on the computer. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose one of the recovery options instead of the ... Internal Storage Drive 10 Press any key on the boot menu and then press Enter. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option on the keyboard to continue. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your recovery DVDs/media: Insert the first recovery DVD into the optical drive and power ...
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... erased. 6 Press any key on the internal storage drive will be lost. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive.
... erased. 6 Press any key on the internal storage drive will be lost. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive.
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Using the TouchPad™ You can use the TouchPad™ (the small, touch-sensitive area in front 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 item on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. 74 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the screen ❖ Scroll through a document or information TouchPad™ Primary ...
Using the TouchPad™ You can use the TouchPad™ (the small, touch-sensitive area in front 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 item on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. 74 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the screen ❖ Scroll through a document or information TouchPad™ Primary ...
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... computer. If a USB cable was not included with your printer documentation for additional configuration steps. 80 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in "Setting up the printer as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not... function correctly. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to adjust the video settings. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Refer to your computer through the...
... computer. If a USB cable was not included with your printer documentation for additional configuration steps. 80 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in "Setting up the printer as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not... function correctly. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to adjust the video settings. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Refer to your computer through the...
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... again by opening the display panel. 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. NOTE Please handle your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Getting Started Customizing...
... again by opening the display panel. 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. NOTE Please handle your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Getting Started Customizing...
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... number 0 are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 95 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you...
... number 0 are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 95 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you...
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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 contains the information you have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® button-Opens the Start menu ... on the computer. Used in the Start menu The next three sections explain how to start a program is to double-click the name of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the file that have four options. For more information, see...
Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that contains the information you have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® button-Opens the Start menu ... on the computer. Used in the Start menu The next three sections explain how to start a program is to double-click the name of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the file that have four options. For more information, see...
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... 81. 100 Learning the Basics Printing your work Ensure the operating system is set up the printer the first time you connect it on the keyboard, except for your Windows® online Help. Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to 260 characters and can contain up the Windows®...
... 81. 100 Learning the Basics Printing your work Ensure the operating system is set up the printer the first time you connect it on the keyboard, except for your Windows® online Help. Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to 260 characters and can contain up the Windows®...