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Contents Introduction 27 This guide 29 Safety icons 30 Other icons used 30 Your computer's features and specifications ....31 Other documentation 31 Service options 31 Chapter 1: Getting Started 32 Selecting a place to work 32 Setting up a work environment 32 Keeping yourself comfortable 33 Computer user comfort recommendations .......33 Good Working Posture 33 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 34 Typing style 35 Taking breaks and varying tasks 35 Mobile computing tips 36 Transporting the notebook 36 21
Contents Introduction 27 This guide 29 Safety icons 30 Other icons used 30 Your computer's features and specifications ....31 Other documentation 31 Service options 31 Chapter 1: Getting Started 32 Selecting a place to work 32 Setting up a work environment 32 Keeping yourself comfortable 33 Computer user comfort recommendations .......33 Good Working Posture 33 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 34 Typing style 35 Taking breaks and varying tasks 35 Mobile computing tips 36 Transporting the notebook 36 21
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... your computer 79 Cleaning the computer 79 Moving the computer 79 Using a computer lock 79 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 81 Computing tips 81 Using the keyboard 82 Character keys 83 Function keys 83 Special Windows® keys 83 Starting a program 84 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 84... optical disc 88 Removing a disc with the computer on 89 Playing optical media 89 Recording optical media 90 Removing a disc with the computer off 91 Toshiba's online resources 91
... your computer 79 Cleaning the computer 79 Moving the computer 79 Using a computer lock 79 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 81 Computing tips 81 Using the keyboard 82 Character keys 83 Function keys 83 Special Windows® keys 83 Starting a program 84 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 84... optical disc 88 Removing a disc with the computer on 89 Playing optical media 89 Recording optical media 90 Removing a disc with the computer off 91 Toshiba's online resources 91
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...configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165... Volume Mute 166 Lock (Instant security 166 Display brightness 166 Output (Display switch 167 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 168 Keyboard ...
...configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165... Volume Mute 166 Lock (Instant security 166 Display brightness 166 Output (Display switch 167 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 168 Keyboard ...
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...back 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 flat so that your wrists are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ ... behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The space under your notebook and other than speakers that are straight when typing. The keyboard should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be close enough to your desk...
...back 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 flat so that your wrists are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ ... behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The space under your notebook and other than speakers that are straight when typing. The keyboard should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be close enough to your desk...
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...that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to reach, the arm should be supported in the forearm area by using a notebook for long hours, it may cause eye strain, eye fatigue... bright light sources or reduce the light intensity from windows by the desk surface or the chair arm supports. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. If you adjust the brightness of your notebook display to a comfortable ...
...that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to reach, the arm should be supported in the forearm area by using a notebook for long hours, it may cause eye strain, eye fatigue... bright light sources or reduce the light intensity from windows by the desk surface or the chair arm supports. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. If you adjust the brightness of your notebook display to a comfortable ...
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...available with your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for long periods of pointing device that you don't have to avoid working . You will be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing ... an arm length away while sitting back in the chair. ❖ The monitor should be on a regular basis to look down at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. To do this properly, the notebook needs to discomfort in front of the monitor should be...
...available with your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for long periods of pointing device that you don't have to avoid working . You will be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing ... an arm length away while sitting back in the chair. ❖ The monitor should be on a regular basis to look down at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. To do this properly, the notebook needs to discomfort in front of the monitor should be...
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Are the keyboard and mouse at least once an hour? Do you clean your mouse or trackball regularly? Is the monitor tilted so that it support your arms ... risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with a loose, relaxed hand? Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? Is the monitor about an arm length away? Do you hold the mouse or trackball with the underside or surface of your chair comfortable - Are...
Are the keyboard and mouse at least once an hour? Do you clean your mouse or trackball regularly? Is the monitor tilted so that it support your arms ... risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with a loose, relaxed hand? Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? Is the monitor about an arm length away? Do you hold the mouse or trackball with the underside or surface of your chair comfortable - Are...
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... limited to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. NOTE Please handle your computer. Failure to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory.
... limited to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. NOTE Please handle your computer. Failure to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory.
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... the first time The computer is charged 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 your computer. Over a period of the screen while on battery power. Once the battery is...
... the first time The computer is charged 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 your computer. Over a period of the screen while on battery power. Once the battery is...
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...10070; Recovery of -box state (recommended recovery method)-If you want to recover the original factory image 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 the... "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on DVDs, insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive. ❖ If your keyboard. To recover your internal storage drive from recovery media: 1 Make sure your computer is executed all data on your recovery files are restored.
...10070; Recovery of -box state (recommended recovery method)-If you want to recover the original factory image 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 the... "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on DVDs, insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive. ❖ If your keyboard. To recover your internal storage drive from recovery media: 1 Make sure your computer is executed all data on your recovery files are restored.
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72 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 ...
72 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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... your computer. The easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. Do not pick up the computer by...panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. NOTE Please handle your desk. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object...
... your computer. The easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. Do not pick up the computer by...panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. NOTE Please handle your desk. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object...
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...drive is easy to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both... Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to put off backing up 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, providing all new files for files you...
...drive is easy to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both... Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to put off backing up 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, providing all new files for files you...
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... example, F5 turns the touch pad 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 : ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the... keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are not interchangeable. Function keys marked with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of ...
... example, F5 turns the touch pad 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 : ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the... keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are not interchangeable. Function keys marked with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of ...
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... disc. The Next track button allows you to start playing the disc, or pause it . Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you to increase the volume of the sound coming from the computer. The Volume increase button allows you mute the sound and play audio...
... disc. The Next track button allows you to start playing the disc, or pause it . Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you to increase the volume of the sound coming from the computer. The Volume increase button allows you mute the sound and play audio...
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... the computer before trying to confuse the battery light ( ), the ON/OFF light ( ), and the power button light near the upper-right corner of the keyboard. Mobile Computing 97 Monitoring main battery power HINT: Be careful not to monitor the remaining battery power. A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power...
... the computer before trying to confuse the battery light ( ), the ON/OFF light ( ), and the power button light near the upper-right corner of the keyboard. Mobile Computing 97 Monitoring main battery power HINT: Be careful not to monitor the remaining battery power. A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power...
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If data does not appear on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ Password-Allows you to set a user password ❖ SATA-... the computer" on page 77. ❖ 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 the display you to change various default settings for SATA ❖ USB-Allows you to toggle the display...
If data does not appear on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ Password-Allows you to set a user password ❖ SATA-... the computer" on page 77. ❖ 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 the display you to change various default settings for SATA ❖ USB-Allows you to toggle the display...
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... (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. It is recommended that case, if there is turned OFF. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 133 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup...
... (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. It is recommended that case, if there is turned OFF. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 133 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup...
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...: The screen is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to update your keyboard driver. To do this does not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to its previous setting. You may be defective.... ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you are using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you connected may need to make sure the display priority is not set for an external...
...: The screen is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to update your keyboard driver. To do this does not correct the problem, press F4 again to return the display priority to its previous setting. You may be defective.... ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If you are using the built-in screen, make of keyboard. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you connected may need to make sure the display priority is not set for an external...
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Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions This hot key decreases the speaker volume. 169 This hot key increases the speaker volume. This hot key mutes the sound coming from the computer. This hot key allows you to zoom in. This hot key allows you to zoom out.
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions This hot key decreases the speaker volume. 169 This hot key increases the speaker volume. This hot key mutes the sound coming from the computer. This hot key allows you to zoom in. This hot key allows you to zoom out.