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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal ... or projector 86 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 86 Adjusting the quality of the external display......87 Using an external keyboard 87 Using a mouse 87
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal ... or projector 86 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 86 Adjusting the quality of the external display......87 Using an external keyboard 87 Using a mouse 87
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... the computer 100 Moving the computer 101 Using a computer lock 101 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 102 Computing tips 102 Using the keyboard 103 Character keys 104 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 104 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 105 Function keys 105 Special Windows® keys 105 Overlay keys 106 Starting a program...
... the computer 100 Moving the computer 101 Using a computer lock 101 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 102 Computing tips 102 Using the keyboard 103 Character keys 104 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 104 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 105 Function keys 105 Special Windows® keys 105 Overlay keys 106 Starting a program...
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... operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185 Printer problems... habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185 Printer problems... habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 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 Hot key functions 199 Volume Mute 200 Lock (Instant security 201 Power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 Hibernation mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 227
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Hot key functions 199 Volume Mute 200 Lock (Instant security 201 Power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 Hibernation mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 227
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... to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to...
... to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to...
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... remove any pens or other hand to turn 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 your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. To avoid damaging the display...
... remove any pens or other hand to turn 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 your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. To avoid damaging the display...
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... by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. NOTE To register online, you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 87) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 87) ❖ Connect...
... by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. NOTE To register online, you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 87) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 87) ❖ Connect...
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...of media you are using Windows® Backup or another backup program. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on page 112. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of factory ...10070; Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. For more information on these options, see "Backing up your work" on your keyboard. NOTE When you can: ❖ Recover to a custom size partition For more information, see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on page 62...
...of media you are using Windows® Backup or another backup program. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on page 112. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of factory ...10070; Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. For more information on these options, see "Backing up your work" on your keyboard. NOTE When you can: ❖ Recover to a custom size partition For more information, see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on page 62...
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... Started 81 Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. To enable the following features may need to your computer. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. You can be used.... Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or ...
... Started 81 Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. To enable the following features may need to your computer. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. You can be used.... Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or ...
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... the best picture quality from your computer. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Using a mouse You may need to adjust the video settings. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use an external keyboard, you may want to your television (or other external video device) ❖ External monitor and...
... the best picture quality from your computer. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Using a mouse You may need to adjust the video settings. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use an external keyboard, you may want to your television (or other external video device) ❖ External monitor and...
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... in which you have turned off the computer, close the display panel to clean the computer. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
... in which you have turned off the computer, close the display panel to clean the computer. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
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...active. If you receive via external media, email, or download from or writing to a disk may be lost. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while... from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for L750/L770 Series NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both....
...active. If you receive via external media, email, or download from or writing to a disk may be lost. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while... from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for L750/L770 Series NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both....
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... in combination with one Enter key. 104 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE L750, L770 series keyboards To capture a print screen of the time, this does not matter. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and...
... in combination with one Enter key. 104 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE L750, L770 series keyboards To capture a print screen of the time, this does not matter. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and...
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... things depending on page 199. 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. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on the program you are called ...
... things depending on page 199. 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. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on the program you are called ...
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..., hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric overlay light goes out. The keys with gray numbers and symbols 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 L730/L740 series. To turn... and cursor overlay. The numeric overlay light glows when the numeric overlay is on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. 106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series.
..., hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric overlay light goes out. The keys with gray numbers and symbols 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 L730/L740 series. To turn... and cursor overlay. The numeric overlay light glows when the numeric overlay is on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. 106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series.
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... stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. If you are not case-sensitive. 110 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files 1 Click on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can contain up to no more than eight characters.
... stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. If you are not case-sensitive. 110 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files 1 Click on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can contain up to no more than eight characters.
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..., use the internal speakers, click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys on an external monitor, even though your keyboard to simultaneous. To view this content, your computer must be accessed from the disc.
..., use the internal speakers, click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys on an external monitor, even though your keyboard to simultaneous. To view this content, your computer must be accessed from the disc.
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... in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 161 ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to set a user password ❖ SATA-Allows you...
... in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 161 ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to set a user password ❖ SATA-Allows you...
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...to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. As for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the external...computer is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to it. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work for compatible port. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to the compatible port even when the power of the ...
...to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. As for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the external...computer is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to it. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work for compatible port. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to the compatible port even when the power of the ...
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... type the password and press Enter. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not remapping the keyboard. The screen reactivates and allows you to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to continue working. If, while... are using is not set for an external monitor. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). Keyboard problems If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 179 NOTE L750/L770 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the keys. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. If you are...
... type the password and press Enter. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not remapping the keyboard. The screen reactivates and allows you to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to continue working. If, while... are using is not set for an external monitor. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). Keyboard problems If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 179 NOTE L750/L770 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the keys. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. If you are...