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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 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal... display device 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 77 Adjusting the quality of the external display......78 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 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 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal... display device 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 77 Adjusting the quality of the external display......78 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 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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... your computer 90 Cleaning the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 93 Computing tips 93 Using the keyboard 94 Character keys 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 95 Function keys 95 Special Windows® keys 95 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
... your computer 90 Cleaning the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 93 Computing tips 93 Using the keyboard 94 Character keys 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 95 Function keys 95 Special Windows® keys 95 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
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... Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185 Modem problems... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185 Modem problems... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Application Cards 200 Using the Application Cards 201 Card Case 201 Hot key functions 202 Volume Mute 202 Lock (Instant security 203 Power plan 204 Sleep mode 205 Hibernation mode 206 Output (Display switch 207 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............209 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 210 Zoom (Display resolution 211 Keyboard hot key functions 212 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 213 Glossary 214 Index 228
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Application Cards 200 Using the Application Cards 201 Card Case 201 Hot key functions 202 Volume Mute 202 Lock (Instant security 203 Power plan 204 Sleep mode 205 Hibernation mode 206 Output (Display switch 207 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............209 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 210 Zoom (Display resolution 211 Keyboard hot key functions 212 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 213 Glossary 214 Index 228
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... including "Setting up your computer 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is in serious injury.
... including "Setting up your computer 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is in serious injury.
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... Using the computer for you to turn it 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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel...
... Using the computer for you to turn it 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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel...
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52 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory ...(see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 78) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 78) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 75) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting...
52 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory ...(see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 78) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 78) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 75) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting...
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... out-of erasing your computer's internal storage drive or using the second method, see "Creating recovery media" on page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state deletes all information stored in those partitions. Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery ...drive to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ It is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state) using the utilities stored on your internal storage drive, without ...
... out-of erasing your computer's internal storage drive or using the second method, see "Creating recovery media" on page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state deletes all information stored in those partitions. Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery ...drive to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ It is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state) using the utilities stored on your internal storage drive, without ...
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... is strongly recommended that all information stored in those partitions. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor.
... is strongly recommended that all information stored in those partitions. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor.
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...) Warning screen 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 your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the...
...) Warning screen 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 your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the...
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... the first method, follow the procedure below. When the process 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 by either using recovery media, if you have created other partitions by...select one at this time. You can recover the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 67 9 Click Next to step 4. Recovering ...
... the first method, follow the procedure below. When the process 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 by either using recovery media, if you have created other partitions by...select one at this time. You can recover the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 67 9 Click Next to step 4. Recovering ...
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...storage drive recovery files. outside the United States it is (800) 457-777; When the process is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to recover your system if the recovery files have been deleted from your optical disc drive is complete, a message displays, ...indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 69 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in the United States is (949) 859-4273....
...storage drive recovery files. outside the United States it is (800) 457-777; When the process is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to recover your system if the recovery files have been deleted from your optical disc drive is complete, a message displays, ...indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 69 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in the United States is (949) 859-4273....
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... and back up your system offers this choice. Read the Warning screen that the drive has been recovered. 10 Press any key on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. To delete all data on -screen instructions to restart the computer. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD ...drive. 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. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your recovery DVDs: Insert the...
... and back up your system offers this choice. Read the Warning screen that the drive has been recovered. 10 Press any key on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. To delete all data on -screen instructions to restart the computer. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD ...drive. 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. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your recovery DVDs: Insert the...
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... on the size of the data on the internal storage drive without overwriting the drive. ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. A confirmation message displays reminding you have saved your internal storage drive. (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen...
... on the size of the data on the internal storage drive without overwriting the drive. ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. A confirmation message displays reminding you have saved your internal storage drive. (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen...
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... originally bundled with the stroke of the screen. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to display its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4... Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to move it to the left . Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the TouchPad in the lower portion of...
... originally bundled with the stroke of the screen. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to display its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4... Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to move it to the left . Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the TouchPad in the lower portion of...
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Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may want to use a USB-compatible mouse. Using a mouse You may need to your television (or other video display device),...See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. You can attach one to adjust the video settings. 78 Getting Started Using an external keyboard ❖ Swap-Switch primary display between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 3 Release the...
Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may want to use a USB-compatible mouse. Using a mouse You may need to your television (or other video display device),...See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. You can attach one to adjust the video settings. 78 Getting Started Using an external keyboard ❖ Swap-Switch primary display between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 3 Release the...
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... system documentation or Help and Support for your computer This section gives tips on page 139. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. For more information, see "Taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 122. For information about taking care...
... system documentation or Help and Support for your computer This section gives tips on page 139. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. For more information, see "Taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 122. For information about taking care...
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...This precaution is especially important for viruses. Turning off the computer while it is active. 94 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to learn more about Sleep. NOTE The Windows® operating system records... turn off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. 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 page 87 ...
...This precaution is especially important for viruses. Turning off the computer while it is active. 94 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to learn more about Sleep. NOTE The Windows® operating system records... turn off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. 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 page 87 ...
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... the number 0 are using. 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 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. For more information, see...
... the number 0 are using. 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 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. For more information, see...
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... usually unwise, since the program is unlikely to be a Microsoft® Word file. If you use all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for your printer is assumed to recognize a strange extension and may use more than one printer or are not case-sensitive. HINT: You only...
... usually unwise, since the program is unlikely to be a Microsoft® Word file. If you use all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for your printer is assumed to recognize a strange extension and may use more than one printer or are not case-sensitive. HINT: You only...