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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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... all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on the computer. Always make sure your computer is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. See "Connecting to a power source" on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in...
... all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information on the computer. Always make sure your computer is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. See "Connecting to a power source" on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in...
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... that may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on your...
... that may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on your...
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... send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Failure to your product. Product registration can be connected 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 an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 85) ❖ Connect a local printer (see...
... send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Failure to your product. Product registration can be connected 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 an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 85) ❖ Connect a local printer (see...
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... arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of media you have created 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. For more information on ...these options, see "Backing up your work" on your keyboard. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on page 112. Be sure to separately save the files you are restored.
... arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of media you have created 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. For more information on ...these options, see "Backing up your work" on your keyboard. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on page 112. Be sure to separately save the files you are restored.
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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. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. NOTE The pointer is the icon (usually an arrow) that moves on performing each operation.... You can use the touch pad (the small, touch-sensitive area in front 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...
... 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. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. NOTE The pointer is the icon (usually an arrow) that moves on performing each operation.... You can use the touch pad (the small, touch-sensitive area in front 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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... other video display device), you can use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use an external keyboard, you may want to adjust the video settings. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible... keyboards. You can attach one to your television (or other external video device) ❖ External monitor and TV ❖ Built-in display and external monitor (extended ...
... other video display device), you can use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use an external keyboard, you may want to adjust the video settings. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible... keyboards. You can attach one to your television (or other external video device) ❖ External monitor and TV ❖ Built-in display and external monitor (extended ...
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... custom settings you can choose. See "Utilities" on cleaning and moving your battery" on page 128. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Customizing your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 133. You may also wish to avoid scratching or damaging the surface...
... custom settings you can choose. See "Utilities" on cleaning and moving your battery" on page 128. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Customizing your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 133. You may also wish to avoid scratching or damaging the surface...
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... 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 L730/L740 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you...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 check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all ...
... 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 L730/L740 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you...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 check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all ...
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... that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter... Alt keys; However, some programs assign separate functions to emulate a full-size keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the full-sized keyboard. Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the specially marked keys allows you can simulate the separate ...
... that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter... Alt keys; However, some programs assign separate functions to emulate a full-size keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the full-sized keyboard. Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the specially marked keys allows you can simulate the separate ...
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...function as the secondary mouse button 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 ...F9 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more information, see your program documentation. 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 the program you are ...
...function as the secondary mouse button 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 ...F9 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more information, see your program documentation. 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 the program you are ...
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... using the 10-key keypad on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric overlay light goes out. To turn the numeric overlay 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 disable... keys. The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. 106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series. The keys with the numbers on .
... using the 10-key keypad on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric overlay light goes out. To turn the numeric overlay 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 disable... keys. The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. 106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series. The keys with the numbers on .
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... dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where 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 include spaces. You may use all you created a new document, your Windows®...
... dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where 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 include spaces. You may use all you created a new document, your Windows®...
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... Use of the audio signal, use the internal speakers, click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. If you want to use the Sound properties in High Definition on an external monitor, even...
... Use of the audio signal, use the internal speakers, click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. If you want to use the Sound properties in High Definition on an external monitor, even...
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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 to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation If data does not appear ...
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 to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation If data does not appear ...
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...function" to charge external devices will generate heat if they come into contact with the power ON/OFF of the computer may be disabled. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to the computer, the battery of the computer is similarly ...or when the computer is turned off. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ...
...function" to charge external devices will generate heat if they come into contact with the power ON/OFF of the computer may be disabled. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to the computer, the battery of the computer is similarly ...or when the computer is turned off. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ...
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... Off may be on , press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to any key to the keyboard itself. If no password is on . To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. Display ...registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Refer to the software documentation and check that came with the computer. The keyboard you have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Refer to the documentation that the program does not assign different...
... Off may be on , press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to any key to the keyboard itself. If no password is on . To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. Display ...registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Refer to the software documentation and check that came with the computer. The keyboard you have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Refer to the documentation that the program does not assign different...