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... display devices 70 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting a printer 73 Setting up a printer 74 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........74 Turning off the computer 75 Options for...
... display devices 70 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display......72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting a printer 73 Setting up a printer 74 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........74 Turning off the computer 75 Options for...
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Contents 31 Moving the computer 86 Using a computer lock 86 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 87 Computing tips 87 Using the keyboard 89 Character keys 89 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 89 Function keys 90 Special Windows® keys 90 Starting a program 90 Starting a... media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
Contents 31 Moving the computer 86 Using a computer lock 86 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 87 Computing tips 87 Using the keyboard 89 Character keys 89 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 89 Function keys 90 Special Windows® keys 90 Starting a program 90 Starting a... media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105
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... help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems 182 Modem... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
... help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems 182 Modem... good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193
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Contents 35 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 194 Toshiba's worldwide offices 194 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 196 Hot Key Cards 196 Using the Hot Key Cards 197 Application Cards 198 Using the Application Cards 199 Card Case 199 Hot key ... mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 226
Contents 35 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 194 Toshiba's worldwide offices 194 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 196 Hot Key Cards 196 Using the Hot Key Cards 197 Application Cards 198 Using the Application Cards 199 Card Case 199 Hot key ... mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 226
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... and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before...
... and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before...
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...memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 73) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 72) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 70) ❖ Connect a local printer... "Using an ExpressCard®" on page 131) 46 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you can be connected to the Internet. Product registration can either double-click ...
...memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 73) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 72) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 70) ❖ Connect a local printer... "Using an ExpressCard®" on page 131) 46 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you can be connected to the Internet. Product registration can either double-click ...
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... Battery life and charge time may vary depending 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. To avoid damaging the display panel, do...
... Battery life and charge time may vary depending 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. To avoid damaging the display panel, do...
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... Recovery using the Recovery media ❖ Checking the HDD operating status Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on your C: drive and then recovering it. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard... your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image...
... Recovery using the Recovery media ❖ Checking the HDD operating status Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on your C: drive and then recovering it. To recover your hard disk drive using the Hard... your system using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image...
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... Erase the hard disk Recovering the original factory image (recommended recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Be sure to save your work to its out of -box-...state, and then click Next. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of the options, and then click Next. Be ...
... Erase the hard disk Recovering the original factory image (recommended recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Be sure to save your work to its out of -box-...state, and then click Next. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of the options, and then click Next. Be ...
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... the hard disk screen 3 Select the desired method, and then click Next. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete.... 4 Click Next to begin deleting the HDD. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to delete all data will be lost. Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 65 Erasing the hard disk The Recovery Wizard allows you to restart...
... the hard disk screen 3 Select the desired method, and then click Next. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete.... 4 Click Next to begin deleting the HDD. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to delete all data will be lost. Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 65 Erasing the hard disk The Recovery Wizard allows you to restart...
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...complete, a message displays that all partitions on the HDD (for example, a D: drive) those partitions and any key on your keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size Resizing and recovering your C: drive to its factory default setting... the C: drive size in 1 GB increments. To recover only your selections. A confirmation message appears, reminding you make your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of the C: drive. Be sure you have created other partitions (for example, if you created a D: drive, it will...
...complete, a message displays that all partitions on the HDD (for example, a D: drive) those partitions and any key on your keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size Resizing and recovering your C: drive to its factory default setting... the C: drive size in 1 GB increments. To recover only your selections. A confirmation message appears, reminding you make your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of the C: drive. Be sure you have created other partitions (for example, if you created a D: drive, it will...
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..., select the DVD option and press Enter. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your keyboard to "Creating Recovery DVDs" on page 62): 1 Insert the first recovery DVD into your hard disk drive using the utilities burned to DVDs (... Drive Recovery Utilities. Hard Disk Drive Recovery using your computer to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on the computer. 2 When the ...
..., select the DVD option and press Enter. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your keyboard to "Creating Recovery DVDs" on page 62): 1 Insert the first recovery DVD into your hard disk drive using the utilities burned to DVDs (... Drive Recovery Utilities. Hard Disk Drive Recovery using your computer to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on the computer. 2 When the ...
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...side, slide your finger from right to left. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you can check its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click My Computer. 3 Select Manage.... and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. 68 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Checking the HDD...
...side, slide your finger from right to left. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you can check its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click My Computer. 3 Select Manage.... and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. 68 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Checking the HDD...
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... steps. Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may need to adjust the video settings. In extended desktop mode, the image is an extended desktop mode (...Built-in Display and External Monitor, or Built-in Display and TV). 72 Getting Started Using an external keyboard This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor ...
... steps. Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may need to adjust the video settings. In extended desktop mode, the image is an extended desktop mode (...Built-in Display and External Monitor, or Built-in Display and TV). 72 Getting Started Using an external keyboard This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor ...
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... glows white. For information about taking care of your battery" on page 111. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. See "Utilities" on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth...
... glows white. For information about taking care of your battery" on page 111. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. See "Utilities" on cleaning and moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth...
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... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are not interchangeable. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample ...
... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the program you are not interchangeable. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample ...
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...Start Search field in the Start menu The next three sections explain how to start a program is to double-click the name of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For more information, see... "Hot key functions" on . Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have four options. If you prefer to open the program first, you want to start a program from ...
...Start Search field in the Start menu The next three sections explain how to start a program is to double-click the name of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For more information, see... "Hot key functions" on . Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have four options. If you prefer to open the program first, you want to start a program from ...
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... format. Any file name with a .doc extension. TECHNICAL NOTE: By default, the Windows® operating system does not show file extensions. For information on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up a printer" on page 74. Some applications do not support long file names and require file...
... format. Any file name with a .doc extension. TECHNICAL NOTE: By default, the Windows® operating system does not show file extensions. For information on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up a printer" on page 74. Some applications do not support long file names and require file...
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... the Basics Using the optical drive Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard let you to mute the sound. The Previous track button returns to the preceding track on . The Media button activates a media playing application that is...
... the Basics Using the optical drive Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard let you to mute the sound. The Previous track button returns to the preceding track on . The Media button activates a media playing application that is...
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... "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification. 150 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Illumination-Turns the panel LED lights on... and off (available on certain models) ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to enable/disable the network port and wake-on LAN function ❖ Password-Allows ...
... "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification. 150 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Illumination-Turns the panel LED lights on... and off (available on certain models) ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to enable/disable the network port and wake-on LAN function ❖ Password-Allows ...