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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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These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, ...
These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, ...
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... registration can either double-click the Toshiba Registration icon on your desktop or go to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding 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) ❖ ...174;" on page 45. Failure to the Internet. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com at that time, you must be completed during the initial start up process of your computer. If you periodic updates...
... registration can either double-click the Toshiba Registration icon on your desktop or go to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding 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) ❖ ...174;" on page 45. Failure to the Internet. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com at that time, you must be completed during the initial start up process of your computer. If you periodic updates...
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... or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand...
... or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand...
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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 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 Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image...
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Be sure to save your information will be lost during the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to its out of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 64 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 3 Select one of -box-state, and then ... recovery. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of box state deletes all data will be lost .
Be sure to save your information will be lost during the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to its out of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 64 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 3 Select one of -box-state, and then ... recovery. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of box state deletes all data will be lost .
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... HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the hard disk-This option deletes all sectors on the keyboard to begin deleting the HDD. Be sure you have saved 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...
... HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the hard disk-This option deletes all sectors on the keyboard to begin deleting the HDD. Be sure you have saved 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...
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...those partitions and any key on your information on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process) and your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the ... Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the C: drive to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your keyboard to its factory default setting reformats all information on the recovered drive will be deleted during the recovery process. Be sure to ...
...those partitions and any key on your information on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process) and your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the ... Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the C: drive to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your keyboard to its factory default setting reformats all information on the recovered drive will be deleted during the recovery process. Be sure to ...
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...Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on page 63, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen Hard Disk Drive Recovery using your computer to restart the computer. The system will boot up to the... Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on your keyboard to its default factory state, you can rebuild the system using the Recovery media If you need to...
...Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on page 63, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen Hard Disk Drive Recovery using your computer to restart the computer. The system will boot up to the... Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on your keyboard to its default factory state, you can rebuild the system using the Recovery media If you need to...
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...drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of a finger. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in...right to left to right. ❖ To move the cursor with your computer. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you would like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page,...
...drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of a finger. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in...right to left to right. ❖ To move the cursor with your computer. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you would like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page,...
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...the best picture quality from your computer. See the video device documentation for the SWAP image Display mode. 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... or Built-in the above illustration is split into two sides, one to adjust the video settings. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may need to your television (or other external video device) only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor ...
...the best picture quality from your computer. See the video device documentation for the SWAP image Display mode. 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... or Built-in the above illustration is split into two sides, one to adjust the video settings. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may need to your television (or other external video device) only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor ...
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... system documentation or Help and Support for your computer This section gives tips on page 116. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Refer to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Starting again from Sleep mode, press the power button until the on page...
... system documentation or Help and Support for your computer This section gives tips on page 116. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Refer to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Starting again from Sleep mode, press the power button until the on page...
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... interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are using. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 89 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains 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...
... interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are using. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 89 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains 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...
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Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that contains the information you have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® button-Opens the Start menu ... with icons execute specific functions on the computer. If you prefer to open the program first, you want to double-click the name of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the file that have four options. Used in the Start...
Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that contains the information you have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® button-Opens the Start menu ... with icons execute specific functions on the computer. If you prefer to open the program first, you want to double-click the name of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are the 12 keys at the top of the file that have four options. Used in the Start...
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... format. You may refuse to handle your Windows® online Help. If you connect it. HINT: You only need to set up a printer" on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up the printer the first time you use all the letters, numbers, and other characters on...
... format. You may refuse to handle your Windows® online Help. If you connect it. HINT: You only need to set up a printer" on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up the printer the first time you use all the letters, numbers, and other characters on...
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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 the following track on . The Media button activates a media playing application that is off . 2 Make sure the drive's in-use indicator light...
... 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 the following track on . The Media button activates a media playing application that is off . 2 Make sure the drive's in-use indicator light...
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... restarts, it remembers the last configuration. This function can only be used for the built-in Sleep Mode, press Fn + F5. 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 the display you are compliant with the...
... restarts, it remembers the last configuration. This function can only be used for the built-in Sleep Mode, press Fn + F5. 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 the display you are compliant with the...