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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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... your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU...
... your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU...
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... an extremely large number 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. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point...
... an extremely large number 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. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point...
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... Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. 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 87) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 87...
... Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. 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 87) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 87...
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...opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on your computer. Any files that when the recovery is selected. To recover your internal storage ...applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on your keyboard. Getting Started 77 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive With recovery media, you can: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method) ...
...opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on your computer. Any files that when the recovery is selected. To recover your internal storage ...applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on your keyboard. Getting Started 77 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive With recovery media, you can: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method) ...
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... the following features, click on the screen when you slide your finger across the touch pad or move a mouse connected to your computer. Some of Toshiba Assist. To enable the following features may need to the table below for a close-up view ❖ Zoom out to see more information at once... used. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. Using the touch pad Getting Started 81 Using the touch pad NOTE Some 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...
... the following features, click on the screen when you slide your finger across the touch pad or move a mouse connected to your computer. Some of Toshiba Assist. To enable the following features may need to the table below for a close-up view ❖ Zoom out to see more information at once... used. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. Using the touch pad Getting Started 81 Using the touch pad NOTE Some 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...
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... window 3 Release the Fn key. Using a mouse You may need to adjust the video settings. You can attach one to use an external keyboard, you may want to your television (or other external video device) ❖ External monitor and TV ❖ Built-in display and external monitor... (extended mode) ❖ Built-in touch pad. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. See the video device documentation...
... window 3 Release the Fn key. Using a mouse You may need to adjust the video settings. You can attach one to use an external keyboard, you may want to your television (or other external video device) ❖ External monitor and TV ❖ Built-in display and external monitor... (extended mode) ❖ Built-in touch pad. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. See the video device documentation...
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... panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or...
... panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or...
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..., details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L730/L740 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. If you receive via external media, email, or download from ... and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for L750/L770 Series Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost.
..., details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L730/L740 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. If you receive via external media, email, or download from ... and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for L750/L770 Series Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost.
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...Fn key simultaneously in combination with a standard full-size keyboard, it includes fewer keys. Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the enhanced keyboard. Using the Fn key, you to emulate a full-size keyboard. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; and ... to the L730/L740 series. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. 104 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE L750, L770 series keyboards To capture a print screen of the time...
...Fn key simultaneously in combination with a standard full-size keyboard, it includes fewer keys. Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the enhanced keyboard. Using the Fn key, you to emulate a full-size keyboard. A standard full-size keyboard includes two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; and ... to the L730/L740 series. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. 104 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE L750, L770 series keyboards To capture a print screen of the time...
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...function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on the computer. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 105 (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on page 199. For more...execute programmed functions when pressed. 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...
...function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on the computer. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 105 (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on page 199. For more...execute programmed functions when pressed. 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...
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...and F11 simultaneously. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad 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. The ... numbers on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. The numeric overlay light goes out. 106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series. To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 ...
...and F11 simultaneously. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad 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. The ... numbers on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. The numeric overlay light goes out. 106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series. To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 ...
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... file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. 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 260 characters and can include spaces.
... file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. 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 260 characters and can include spaces.
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... to change the destination of the touch pad or a mouse is automatically sent with the video signal. This is used in High Definition on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. NOTE Use of the audio signal, use the Sound properties in the Control Panel. (Sample Image...
... to change the destination of the touch pad or a mouse is automatically sent with the video signal. This is used in High Definition on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. NOTE Use of the audio signal, use the Sound properties in the Control Panel. (Sample Image...
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...❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or 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 to adjust settings for the internal ...storage drive interface ❖ USB-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in Sleep mode, press Fn + F5. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 161...
...❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or 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 to adjust settings for the internal ...storage drive interface ❖ USB-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in Sleep mode, press Fn + F5. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 161...
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Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to the compatible ports. As for the specifications of the external devices, ... connected 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 come into contact with the power ON/OFF of the computer may be in your bag. Do not allow USB ports to it. It...
Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to the compatible ports. As for the specifications of the external devices, ... connected 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 come into contact with the power ON/OFF of the computer may be in your bag. Do not allow USB ports to it. It...
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...and press Enter. You may be related to continue working. If you to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. To do this does not correct the problem, press If the numlock light or ...blank. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. Keyboard problems If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 179 NOTE L750/L770 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the keys. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If...
...and press Enter. You may be related to continue working. If you to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. To do this does not correct the problem, press If the numlock light or ...blank. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. Keyboard problems If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 179 NOTE L750/L770 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the keys. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If...