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Contents Introduction 28 This guide 30 Safety icons 31 Other icons used 31 Your computer's features and specifications........32 Other documentation 32 Service options 32 Chapter 1: Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work 33 Setting up a work environment 33 Keeping yourself comfortable 34 Computer user comfort recommendations .......34 Good Working Posture 34 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 35 Typing style 36 Taking breaks and varying tasks 36 Mobile computing tips 37 Transporting the notebook 37 22
Contents Introduction 28 This guide 30 Safety icons 31 Other icons used 31 Your computer's features and specifications........32 Other documentation 32 Service options 32 Chapter 1: Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work 33 Setting up a work environment 33 Keeping yourself comfortable 34 Computer user comfort recommendations .......34 Good Working Posture 34 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 35 Typing style 36 Taking breaks and varying tasks 36 Mobile computing tips 37 Transporting the notebook 37 22
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... your computer 79 Cleaning the computer 80 Moving the computer 80 Using a computer lock 80 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 82 Computing tips 82 Using the keyboard 83 Character keys 84 Function keys 84 Special Windows® keys 85 Starting a program 85 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 85... optical disc 90 Playing optical media 90 Recording optical media 91 Removing a disc with the computer on 91 Removing a disc with the computer off 92 Toshiba's online resources 92
... your computer 79 Cleaning the computer 80 Moving the computer 80 Using a computer lock 80 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 82 Computing tips 82 Using the keyboard 83 Character keys 84 Function keys 84 Special Windows® keys 85 Starting a program 85 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 85... optical disc 90 Playing optical media 90 Recording optical media 91 Removing a disc with the computer on 91 Removing a disc with the computer off 92 Toshiba's online resources 92
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...configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 159 If you need further assistance 163 Contacting Toshiba 164 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 164 Toshiba's worldwide offices 165 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 166 Hot Key Cards 166 Using the Hot Key Cards 167 Hot key functions 167 Help... 167 Display brightness 167 Output (Display switch 168 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 169 Keyboard hot key functions 170 Disabling or enabling wireless...
...configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 159 If you need further assistance 163 Contacting Toshiba 164 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 164 Toshiba's worldwide offices 165 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 166 Hot Key Cards 166 Using the Hot Key Cards 167 Hot key functions 167 Help... 167 Display brightness 167 Output (Display switch 168 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 169 Keyboard hot key functions 170 Disabling or enabling wireless...
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... your legs and feet are not restricted, and you can be supported by the seat. The forearms can get close to your elbow level. The keyboard should be flat so that you use a foot rest. However, if the notebook is on a work surface that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.... ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try not to rest your wrists on the screen is above your elbow height you . ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be close enough to...
... your legs and feet are not restricted, and you can be supported by the seat. The forearms can get close to your elbow level. The keyboard should be flat so that you use a foot rest. However, if the notebook is on a work surface that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.... ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try not to rest your wrists on the screen is above your elbow height you . ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be close enough to...
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... objects that of text 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... comfortable. ❖ Rest your eyes. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that are farther away. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the...
... objects that of text 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... comfortable. ❖ Rest your eyes. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that are farther away. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the...
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...stuck in just one hand posture. Alternatively, you may need to lower the monitor. To do this properly, the notebook needs to be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. You will be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing device (e.g., touch pad, Accupoint®, or... 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 your applications. A monitor that is too high or too low can cause awkward head and ...
...stuck in just one hand posture. Alternatively, you may need to lower the monitor. To do this properly, the notebook needs to be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with a comfortable hand posture. You will be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing device (e.g., touch pad, Accupoint®, or... 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 your applications. A monitor that is too high or too low can cause awkward head and ...
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... specific recommendations 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...
... specific recommendations 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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..." on page 41. These components include, but are not limited to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Always confirm that needs to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting...
..." on page 41. These components include, but are not limited to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Always confirm that needs to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting...
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... by the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. NOTE Battery life and charge time may not be completely charged and ready...
... by the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. NOTE Battery life and charge time may not be completely charged and ready...
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...all data from recovery media: 1 Make sure your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. 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 ...media you restore your keyboard. Getting Started 69 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive For more information, see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on page 54. Be sure...
...all data from recovery media: 1 Make sure your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. 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 ...media you restore your keyboard. Getting Started 69 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive For more information, see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on page 54. Be sure...
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... described in this section are only supported in certain applications. Using the touch pad Getting Started 73 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...
... described in this section are only supported in certain applications. Using the touch pad Getting Started 73 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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...computer by its display panel or by the back. Doing so could damage the system. 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. To keep your computer, even across.... Make sure there is 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. Moving the computer Before moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened...
...computer by its display panel or by the back. Doing so could damage the system. 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. To keep your computer, even across.... Make sure there is 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. Moving the computer Before moving your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened...
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... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard However, if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all new files for files you receive via external media, email, or download from... repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off backing up your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Learning the Basics 83 Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it is reading from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to put off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a ...
... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard However, if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all new files for files you receive via external media, email, or download from... repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off backing up your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Learning the Basics 83 Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it is reading from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to put off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a ...
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... capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard Character keys Typing with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on a typewriter, except...number 0 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE To capture a print screen of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are not interchangeable. Used in combination with the Fn key...
... capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard Character keys Typing with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on a typewriter, except...number 0 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. 84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE To capture a print screen of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are not interchangeable. Used in combination with the Fn key...
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...® Explorer. Learning the Basics 85 Starting a program Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have four options.
...® Explorer. Learning the Basics 85 Starting a program Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have four options.
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... the computer while the drive in-use a pencil to the following track on the disc. 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...
... the computer while the drive in-use a pencil to the following track on the disc. 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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..., in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 133 ❖ Display-Allows you to 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...
..., in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 133 ❖ Display-Allows you to 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...
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... "USB Sleep and Charge function" is recommended that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. 134 Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility are connected to the compatible ports. In that case, if there is a USB port that you connect the AC adaptor to...
... "USB Sleep and Charge function" is recommended that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. 134 Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility are connected to the compatible ports. In that case, if there is a USB port that you connect the AC adaptor to...
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...Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is normal for an external monitor. Refer to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Display Auto Off may need to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for other product information. Refer...your accessories information included with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will advance you connected may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to update your computer, and for your keyboard driver. If, while typing, strange things happen or ...
...Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is normal for an external monitor. Refer to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. Display Auto Off may need to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for other product information. Refer...your accessories information included with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at maximum capacity and will advance you connected may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to update your computer, and for your keyboard driver. If, while typing, strange things happen or ...
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This hot key mutes the sound coming from the computer. This hot key allows you to zoom out. This hot key increases the speaker volume. This hot key allows you to zoom in. 170 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions This hot key decreases the speaker volume.
This hot key mutes the sound coming from the computer. This hot key allows you to zoom out. This hot key increases the speaker volume. This hot key allows you to zoom in. 170 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions This hot key decreases the speaker volume.