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Contents 31 Using an external keyboard 82 Using a mouse 82 Connecting a printer 82 Setting up a printer 83 Turning off the computer 84 Options for turning off the computer 84 Using the ... the computer 94 Moving the computer 95 Using a computer lock 95 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 96 Computing tips 96 Using the keyboard 97 Character keys 98 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 98 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 99 Function keys 99 Special Windows® keys 99 Overlay keys 100 Starting a program...
Contents 31 Using an external keyboard 82 Using a mouse 82 Connecting a printer 82 Setting up a printer 83 Turning off the computer 84 Options for turning off the computer 84 Using the ... the computer 94 Moving the computer 95 Using a computer lock 95 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 96 Computing tips 96 Using the keyboard 97 Character keys 98 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 98 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 99 Function keys 99 Special Windows® keys 99 Overlay keys 100 Starting a program...
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... operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 177 Printer problems... habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
... operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 177 Printer problems... habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
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Contents 35 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 190 Hot Key Cards 190 Using the Hot Key Cards 191 Application Cards 192 Using the Application Cards 193 Card Case 193 Hot key functions 194 Volume Mute 194 Lock (Instant security 195 Power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 Hibernation mode 198 Output (Display switch 199 Display brightness 200 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............201 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 202 Zoom (Display resolution 203 Keyboard hot key functions 204 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 205 Glossary 206 Index 221
Contents 35 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 190 Hot Key Cards 190 Using the Hot Key Cards 191 Application Cards 192 Using the Application Cards 193 Card Case 193 Hot key functions 194 Volume Mute 194 Lock (Instant security 195 Power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 Hibernation mode 198 Output (Display switch 199 Display brightness 200 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............201 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 202 Zoom (Display resolution 203 Keyboard hot key functions 204 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 205 Glossary 206 Index 221
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... surface. See "Connecting to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up...
... surface. See "Connecting to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up...
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... to increase the brightness of the screen while 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 battery power. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer...
... to increase the brightness of the screen while 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 battery power. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer...
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...see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see ..."Connecting a printer" on page 49. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba ...
...see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see ..."Connecting a printer" on page 49. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba ...
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... 106. NOTE During the recovery process it is strongly recommended that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on your work " on page 71. Be sure to save your computer's internal storage drive or using the first method, follow the procedure...
... 106. NOTE During the recovery process it is strongly recommended that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on your work " on page 71. Be sure to save your computer's internal storage drive or using the first method, follow the procedure...
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... save your work to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work " on page 106.
... save your work to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work " on page 106.
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... 71. 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 your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state, and...
... 71. 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 your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state, and...
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... during the recovery process. If you that all information stored on them will remain intact and any key on the computer. 3 If your keyboard while powering on the keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will...
... during the recovery process. If you that all information stored on them will remain intact and any key on the computer. 3 If your keyboard while powering on the keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will...
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Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the keyboard to restart the computer. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you can restore your system to begin the recovery. If the recovery files ...
Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the keyboard to restart the computer. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you can restore your system to begin the recovery. If the recovery files ...
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... depending on which type of media you are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on the keyboard to restart the computer. Note: This option deletes all data on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. If you want to recover the ...key on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. When the initial screen displays, press F12. 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 ...
... depending on which type of media you are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on the keyboard to restart the computer. Note: This option deletes all data on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. If you want to recover the ...key on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. When the initial screen displays, press F12. 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 ...
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... your work to external media (see "Backing up your work" on page 106) and created recovery DVDs/media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. 74 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen 4 Click...
... your work to external media (see "Backing up your work" on page 106) and created recovery DVDs/media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. 74 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen 4 Click...
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...Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process. You can use the TouchPad™ (the small, touch-sensitive area in front of the TouchPad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications. Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard... were originally bundled with your computer. Getting Started 75 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 ❖ ...
...Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process. You can use the TouchPad™ (the small, touch-sensitive area in front of the TouchPad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications. Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard... were originally bundled with your computer. Getting Started 75 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 ❖ ...
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... you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use . To determine if the printer is then ready for additional configuration steps. You can attach one...connecting the printer to your computer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer through the USB ports. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. ...
... you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use . To determine if the printer is then ready for additional configuration steps. You can attach one...connecting the printer to your computer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer through the USB ports. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. ...
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... can customize your computer to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. See "Utilities" on page 122. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Closing the display panel After you were using. There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Customizing...
... can customize your computer to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. See "Utilities" on page 122. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Closing the display panel After you were using. There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Customizing...
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... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for files you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its...breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it is active. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a...
... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for files you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its...breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it is active. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a...
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... space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. editing keys; cursor positioning keys; 98 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE L650 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the time, this does not matter. To capture only the... active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the full-sized keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the numeric pad of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the ...
... space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. editing keys; cursor positioning keys; 98 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE L650 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the time, this does not matter. To capture only the... active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the full-sized keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the numeric pad of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the ...
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...specific functions on page 194. Special Windows® keys Windows® key 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...function as the secondary mouse button For more information, see your program documentation. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Learning the Basics 99 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are ...
...specific functions on page 194. Special Windows® keys Windows® key 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...function as the secondary mouse button For more information, see your program documentation. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Learning the Basics 99 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are ...
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... This section applies to the L640 series. The numeric overlay light on the system indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. The keys with...
... This section applies to the L640 series. The numeric overlay light on the system indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. The keys with...