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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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... and including "Setting up your computer 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 on page 45. Using your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be...
... and including "Setting up your computer 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 on page 45. Using your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be...
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... manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and 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 usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn...
... manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and 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 usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you turn...
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...Toshiba to send you may want to run most of data. After starting your product. Your computer comes with enough memory to : ❖ Add more memory (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...
...Toshiba to send you may want to run most of data. After starting your product. Your computer comes with enough memory to : ❖ Add more memory (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...
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... or using 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 system offers a choice of -box state deletes all partitions on page 106. To recover using the second method...
... or using 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 system offers a choice of -box state deletes all partitions on page 106. To recover using the second method...
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... Software screen 7 Click Next. When the process is strongly recommended that your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work " on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery.
... Software screen 7 Click Next. When the process is strongly recommended that your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work " on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery.
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... media. 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: 1 Make sure the computer is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. You can resize and...
... media. 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: 1 Make sure the computer is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. You can resize and...
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... the recovery process. To recover using recovery DVDs/media, if you that the C: drive has been recovered. 10 Press any information on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your work to an external power source via the AC adaptor. If not, skip...that all information stored on the C: drive. To recover using the second method, see "Backing up your work " on the computer. 3 If your keyboard while powering on page 106). 9 Click Next to step 4. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. When the process is turned ...
... the recovery process. To recover using recovery DVDs/media, if you that the C: drive has been recovered. 10 Press any information on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your work to an external power source via the AC adaptor. If not, skip...that all information stored on the C: drive. To recover using the second method, see "Backing up your work " on the computer. 3 If your keyboard while powering on page 106). 9 Click Next to step 4. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. When the process is turned ...
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... your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs/media. If the recovery files on the keyboard to begin the recovery.
... your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs/media. If the recovery files on the keyboard to begin the recovery.
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...10070; Recover to recover the original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- 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 ...to a custom size partition-If you want to recover the C: partition only, leaving other partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on the keyboard to your computer. 3 Turn on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. Note: This option deletes all data on your computer....
...10070; Recover to recover the original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- 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 ...to a custom size partition-If you want to recover the C: partition only, leaving other partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on the keyboard to your computer. 3 Turn on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. Note: This option deletes all data on your computer....
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... drive will be lost. Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work to external media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you can check its status in the lower portion of the screen. 74 Getting Started Checking the...
... drive will be lost. Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work to external media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you can check its status in the lower portion of the screen. 74 Getting Started Checking the...
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Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move... originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process. You can... The TouchPad and associated control buttons 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 ❖...
Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move... originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process. You can... The TouchPad and associated control buttons 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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... USB-compatible mouse. If a USB cable was not included with your computer. You can use . 82 Getting Started Using an external keyboard 3 Release the Fn key. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may need a... suitable USB cable which may not function correctly. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. To make the connection, you do not install the software as...
... USB-compatible mouse. If a USB cable was not included with your computer. You can use . 82 Getting Started Using an external keyboard 3 Release the Fn key. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may need a... suitable USB cable which may not function correctly. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. To make the connection, you do not install the software as...
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... mode To start it again by closing the display panel, you were using. Caring for details. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
... mode To start it again by closing the display panel, you were using. Caring for details. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
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... positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk...
... positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk...
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...simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the L650 Series keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with one Enter key. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on a ...uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. Most of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; Using the Fn key, you to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the specially...
...simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the L650 Series keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with one Enter key. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on a ...uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. Most of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; Using the Fn key, you to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the specially...
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...+ F9 turns the TouchPad™ ON/OFF. 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 the... 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Opens the Start menu ❖ ...
...+ F9 turns the TouchPad™ ON/OFF. 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 the... 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Opens the Start menu ❖ ...
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...or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on the system indicator panel goes out. 100 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. The keys with gray numbers and symbols on their right front are the numeric ...overlay keys. The numeric overlay light 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.
...or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on the system indicator panel goes out. 100 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. The keys with gray numbers and symbols on their right front are the numeric ...overlay keys. The numeric overlay light 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.