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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 he Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 153 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 he Windows® operating system 149 If you need further assistance 153 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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...speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in front of you. ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be tilted so that the image on the screen is above your elbow height you may need to slope the notebook...a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. The keyboard should be free of your thighs should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be...
...speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in front of you. ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be tilted so that the image on the screen is above your elbow height you may need to slope the notebook...a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. The keyboard should be free of your thighs should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be...
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Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Place the ... 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 keyboard to make viewing comfortable. ❖ Rest your screen to avoid a reach. If you adjust the brightness ...
Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using blinds. Place the ... 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 keyboard to make viewing comfortable. ❖ Rest your screen to avoid a reach. If you adjust the brightness ...
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...about an arm length away while sitting back in the chair. ❖ The monitor should be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for you to occasionally stand while using the notebook. You will be centered in front of the... or tablet pen whichever is helpful to change the type of time. Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work ❖ Alternative keyboards, such as the split curved keyboard, may improve shoulder and arm comfort. ❖ Select a mouse that is too high or too low can cause awkward head and...
...about an arm length away while sitting back in the chair. ❖ The monitor should be at the keyboard. ❖ Type with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for you to occasionally stand while using the notebook. You will be centered in front of the... or tablet pen whichever is helpful to change the type of time. Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work ❖ Alternative keyboards, such as the split curved keyboard, may improve shoulder and arm comfort. ❖ Select a mouse that is too high or too low can cause awkward head and...
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...? ❏ Is the monitor about an arm length away? ❏ Have you take breaks, at elbow level? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using a mouse or other optional pointing device? ❏ Are your hands and wrists aligned in the United States may... postures regularly? ❏ Do you eliminated the glare on the ground? ❏ Is there adequate space under your desk for your legs? ❏ Are the keyboard and mouse at least once an hour?
...? ❏ Is the monitor about an arm length away? ❏ Have you take breaks, at elbow level? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using a mouse or other optional pointing device? ❏ Are your hands and wrists aligned in the United States may... postures regularly? ❏ Do you eliminated the glare on the ground? ❏ Is there adequate space under your desk for your legs? ❏ Are the keyboard and mouse at least once an hour?
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... and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always confirm that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. An overload on page 38. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to a power source...
... and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always confirm that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. An overload on page 38. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to a power source...
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... into an AC power source with the computer turned off for you may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to...
... into an AC power source with the computer turned off for you may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to...
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...: Do the following: Example: Move the 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...
...: Do the following: Example: Move the 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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.... 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. The easiest way to do this is no way for your computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of ... Getting Started 71 Caring for a potential thief to purchase an optional computer lock cable. 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. Using a computer lock You may want...
.... 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. The easiest way to do this is no way for your computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of ... Getting Started 71 Caring for a potential thief to purchase an optional computer lock cable. 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. Using a computer lock You may want...
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... from or writing to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard If you will lose all the data on a regular basis. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as ...new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. 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 have a ...
... from or writing to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard If you will lose all the data on a regular basis. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as ...new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. 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 have a ...
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...specific functions on page 156. For more information, see "Functions" on the computer. 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 pressed. 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 your model, your system may not have a 10-key keypad.
...specific functions on page 156. For more information, see "Functions" on the computer. 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 pressed. 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 your model, your system may not have a 10-key keypad.
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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 selection. For more information refer to change some of the screen. In the list that ...
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 selection. For more information refer to change some of the screen. In the list that ...
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... allows you to mute the sound. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you could lose data. Play/pause button Previous track button Next track button Volume decrease button Volume increase button Mute button (Sample Illustration) Media...
... allows you to mute the sound. 80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you could lose data. Play/pause button Previous track button Next track button Volume decrease button Volume increase button Mute button (Sample Illustration) Media...
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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. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for more information on the computer...
... 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. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for more information on the computer...
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... do in the Windows® operating system, providing new and easy ways to access everything from the right. For detailed information, please refer to your keyboard or on page 101. By clicking on the Desktop tile from the Start screen, you will slide out from your favorite apps and Web sites...
... do in the Windows® operating system, providing new and easy ways to access everything from the right. For detailed information, please refer to your keyboard or on page 101. By clicking on the Desktop tile from the Start screen, you will slide out from your favorite apps and Web sites...
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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 enable...
... 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 enable...
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... it. 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 come into contact with metal products, for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the...
... it. 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 come into contact with metal products, for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the...