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Contents Introduction 25 This guide 27 Safety icons 28 Other icons used 28 Your computer's features and specifications ....29 Other documentation 29 Service options 29 Chapter 1: Getting Started 30 Selecting a place to work 30 Setting up a work environment 30 Keeping yourself comfortable 31 Computer user comfort recommendations .......31 Good Working Posture 31 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 32 Typing style 33 Taking breaks and varying tasks 33 Mobile computing tips 34 Transporting the notebook 34 Seeking additional help 34 19
Contents Introduction 25 This guide 27 Safety icons 28 Other icons used 28 Your computer's features and specifications ....29 Other documentation 29 Service options 29 Chapter 1: Getting Started 30 Selecting a place to work 30 Setting up a work environment 30 Keeping yourself comfortable 31 Computer user comfort recommendations .......31 Good Working Posture 31 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 32 Typing style 33 Taking breaks and varying tasks 33 Mobile computing tips 34 Transporting the notebook 34 Seeking additional help 34 19
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...Cleaning the computer 71 Moving the computer 71 Using a computer lock 71 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 73 Computing tips 73 Using the keyboard 74 Function keys 75 Special Windows® keys 76 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting an app from the Start screen 77... the computer on 81 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86 Charging the main...
...Cleaning the computer 71 Moving the computer 71 Using a computer lock 71 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 73 Computing tips 73 Using the keyboard 74 Function keys 75 Special Windows® keys 76 Mouse properties 76 Starting an app 77 Starting an app from the Start screen 77... the computer on 81 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86 Charging the main...
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... supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128 Problems when you turn on the ... can help you 135 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 135 Checking device properties 135 Memory problems 136 Power and the batteries 137 Keyboard problems 138 Display problems 139 Disk or storage drive problems 141 Error-checking 141 Optical disc drive problems 143 Sound system problems 144 Printer...
... supply mode settings 122 Function Key 123 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 124 PC Health Monitor 125 Recovery Media Creator 126 Service Station 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 127 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 128 Problems that are easy to fix 128 Problems when you turn on the ... can help you 135 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 135 Checking device properties 135 Memory problems 136 Power and the batteries 137 Keyboard problems 138 Display problems 139 Disk or storage drive problems 141 Error-checking 141 Optical disc drive problems 143 Sound system problems 144 Printer...
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... in the Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 154 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch ...158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media buttons 159 Volume Mute 160 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............160 Keyboard Function ...
... in the Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 154 Contacting Toshiba 154 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 154 Toshiba's worldwide offices 155 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 156 Functions 156 Help file 157 Display brightness 157 Output (Display switch ...158 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 159 Media buttons 159 Volume Mute 160 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............160 Keyboard Function ...
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.... ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. However, if the notebook is on the notebook. The keyboard should be supported by the seat. Computer user comfort recommendations Good Working Posture ❖ Adjust your chair height: your feet should be flat so... support. ❖ Adjust the chair arm rests: they should be about the same height as the keyboard and comfortably support your arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be centered in temperature or humidity and sources of you. ❖ The...
.... ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. However, if the notebook is on the notebook. The keyboard should be supported by the seat. Computer user comfort recommendations Good Working Posture ❖ Adjust your chair height: your feet should be flat so... support. ❖ Adjust the chair arm rests: they should be about the same height as the keyboard and comfortably support your arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be centered in temperature or humidity and sources of you. ❖ The...
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... or reduce the light intensity from windows by focusing on the notebook display may be more comfortable to dock the notebook and use an external keyboard, mouse and monitor. ❖ The keyboard and mouse (or trackball) should be close to your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the... keyboard to avoid a reach. 32 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not ...
... or reduce the light intensity from windows by focusing on the notebook display may be more comfortable to dock the notebook and use an external keyboard, mouse and monitor. ❖ The keyboard and mouse (or trackball) should be close to your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the... keyboard to avoid a reach. 32 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not ...
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...of time. Taking breaks and varying tasks ❖ Change they way you work surface when typing. ❖ The monitor should be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. To do this properly, the notebook needs to be centered in just one hand posture. ...available with your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for your body. ❖ The top of the monitor should be on a regular basis to avoid working . You will be more productive. ...
...of time. Taking breaks and varying tasks ❖ Change they way you work surface when typing. ❖ The monitor should be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. To do this properly, the notebook needs to be centered in just one hand posture. ...available with your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for your body. ❖ The top of the monitor should be on a regular basis to avoid working . You will be more productive. ...
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... feet flat on the ground? ❏ Is there adequate space under your desk for your legs? ❏ Are the keyboard and mouse at elbow level? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the mouse? ❏ Do you clean your mouse or trackball regularly...
... feet flat on the ground? ❏ Is there adequate space under your desk for your legs? ❏ Are the keyboard and mouse at elbow level? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the mouse? ❏ Do you clean your mouse or trackball regularly...
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... battery you use it. An overload on page 42 before you can use a multiple connector. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are not limited to operate. 38 Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE...
... battery you use it. An overload on page 42 before you can use a multiple connector. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are not limited to operate. 38 Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE...
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... a time. Once the battery is now ready for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in and turned off until the battery light...
... a time. Once the battery is now ready for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in and turned off until the battery light...
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... the table below for specific instructions on performing each operation. 64 Getting Started Using the touch pad 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 table below for specific instructions on performing each operation. 64 Getting Started Using the touch pad 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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...Caring for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. To keep your desk. Make sure there is to ... Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to clean the computer. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through the loop. Doing so could damage the system. Never...
...Caring for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. To keep your desk. Make sure there is to ... Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to clean the computer. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through the loop. Doing so could damage the system. Never...
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... repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off backing up your files to a disk may be lost. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size... keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the Windows® operating system" on a regular basis. NOTE The Windows® ...
... repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off backing up your files to a disk may be lost. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size... keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Label the backup copies clearly and store them in the Windows® operating system" on a regular basis. NOTE The Windows® ...
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...To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard NOTE Depending on the computer. For more information, see "Functions" on page 156. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF.... Learning the Basics 75 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE To capture a print screen of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when ...
...To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard NOTE Depending on the computer. For more information, see "Functions" on page 156. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF.... Learning the Basics 75 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE To capture a print screen of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when ...
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..., type Mouse. 76 Learning the Basics Mouse properties Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that above, click your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the settings in the following categories...
..., type Mouse. 76 Learning the Basics Mouse properties Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that above, click your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the settings in the following categories...
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80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is on the disc. The Play/pause button allows you ...
80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is on the disc. The Play/pause button allows you ...
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... computer needs this time to confuse the battery light ( ), the ON/OFF light ( ), and the power button light near the upper-right corner of the keyboard. Mobile Computing 89 Monitoring main battery power HINT: Be careful not to check the battery's remaining capacity and perform its calculations. When the ON/OFF...
... computer needs this time to confuse the battery light ( ), the ON/OFF light ( ), and the power button light near the upper-right corner of the keyboard. Mobile Computing 89 Monitoring main battery power HINT: Be careful not to check the battery's remaining capacity and perform its calculations. When the ON/OFF...
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... PC settings. When you are most familiar with. 100 You can also use the Windows® key ( ) on the LCD screen to go to your keyboard or on your contacts and other important information. For detailed information, please refer to access everything from the Start screen, you will slide out from...
... PC settings. When you are most familiar with. 100 You can also use the Windows® key ( ) on the LCD screen to go to your keyboard or on your contacts and other important information. For detailed information, please refer to access everything from the Start screen, you will slide out from...
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... and Charge ❖ 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, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to charge...
... and Charge ❖ 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, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA-Allows you to charge...
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... port. However, some external devices cannot be disabled. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come into contact with their own chargers. ❖ If an external...
... port. However, some external devices cannot be disabled. In that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come into contact with their own chargers. ❖ If an external...