User Guide
Page 28
...57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 63 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 64 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using... devices 66 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 67 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Using an external keyboard 68 Using a mouse 68 Connecting a printer 68 Setting up a printer 69 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........70 Turning off the ...
...57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 63 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 64 Using the TouchPad 65 Scrolling with the TouchPad 66 Control buttons 66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 66 Using... devices 66 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 67 Adjusting the quality of the external display......68 Using an external keyboard 68 Using a mouse 68 Connecting a printer 68 Setting up a printer 69 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........70 Turning off the ...
User Guide
Page 29
... computer 80 Moving the computer 80 Using a computer lock 80 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 82 Computing tips 82 Using the keyboard 84 Character keys 84 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 84 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 85 Function keys 85 Special Windows® keys 85 Overlay keys 86 Using the overlay... Creating a CD/DVD 97 Removing a disc with the computer on 98 Removing a disc with the computer off 98 Caring for CD or DVD discs 98 Toshiba's online resources 99
... computer 80 Moving the computer 80 Using a computer lock 80 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 82 Computing tips 82 Using the keyboard 84 Character keys 84 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 84 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 85 Function keys 85 Special Windows® keys 85 Overlay keys 86 Using the overlay... Creating a CD/DVD 97 Removing a disc with the computer on 98 Removing a disc with the computer off 98 Caring for CD or DVD discs 98 Toshiba's online resources 99
User Guide
Page 33
... conflicts on your own .....183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 186 Keyboard problems 188 Display problems 188 Disk drive problems 190 Optical drive problems 192 Sound system problems 193 PC Card problems 193 ...configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 203 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 208 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 209 Toshiba's worldwide offices 209 Appendix A: Hot Keys 211 Volume Mute 211 Password security 212 Without a password ...
... conflicts on your own .....183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 186 Keyboard problems 188 Display problems 188 Disk drive problems 190 Optical drive problems 192 Sound system problems 193 PC Card problems 193 ...configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 203 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba 208 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 209 Toshiba's worldwide offices 209 Appendix A: Hot Keys 211 Volume Mute 211 Password security 212 Without a password ...
User Guide
Page 34
... Display brightness 215 Disabling or enabling wireless devices 216 Disabling or enabling the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 216 Zooming applications in/out 216 Keyboard hot keys 217 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 218 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 219 Getting Started 220 Starting ConfigFree 220 ConfigFree Utilities 222 Connectivity Doctor...
... Display brightness 215 Disabling or enabling wireless devices 216 Disabling or enabling the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 216 Zooming applications in/out 216 Keyboard hot keys 217 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 218 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 219 Getting Started 220 Starting ConfigFree 220 ConfigFree Utilities 222 Connectivity Doctor...
User Guide
Page 42
... screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Setting up your software" on page 42 before you can use external power or to charge the battery you turn...
... screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Setting up your software" on page 42 before you can use external power or to charge the battery you turn...
User Guide
Page 43
... applicable to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com at that time, you can be connected to complete the setup process. Failure to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 49) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 68) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an...
... applicable to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com at that time, you can be connected to complete the setup process. Failure to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 49) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 68) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an...
User Guide
Page 47
... push on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel.
... push on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel.
User Guide
Page 59
The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities To recover your hard disk drive 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 your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk When the computer powers on the computer.
The options are: ❖ Recovery of the options, and then click Next. Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities To recover your hard disk drive 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 your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk When the computer powers on the computer.
User Guide
Page 60
... Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to out-of-box-state, and then click Next. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click Next to begin the recovery. A confirmation message ...that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on the hard disk drive and your work 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 information will be lost during the...
... Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to out-of-box-state, and then click Next. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click Next to begin the recovery. A confirmation message ...that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on the hard disk drive and your work 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 information will be lost during the...
User Guide
Page 61
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 all ... disk-This option deletes all data will be lost. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. When the process is completed, a message displays informing you have saved your work to external media before proceeding. 4 Click Next to...
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 all ... disk-This option deletes all data will be lost. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. When the process is completed, a message displays informing you have saved your work to external media before proceeding. 4 Click Next to...
User Guide
Page 62
...recovered drive will be lost . Be sure you have created other partitions (for example, if you have saved your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the ...to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your information on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process) and your keyboard to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size of the HDD without changing the hard drive partitions. Be sure to save your ...
...recovered drive will be lost . Be sure you have created other partitions (for example, if you have saved your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the ...to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your information on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process) and your keyboard to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size of the HDD without changing the hard drive partitions. Be sure to save your ...
User Guide
Page 63
... the CD/DVD option and press Enter. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities NOTE The size of the C: drive will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on page 58, to restart the computer. The system will display on the progress... 57): 1 Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your selections. 4 Click Next to begin the restoration. To recover your hard disk drive using your keyboard to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen
... the CD/DVD option and press Enter. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities NOTE The size of the C: drive will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on page 58, to restart the computer. The system will display on the progress... 57): 1 Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your selections. 4 Click Next to begin the restoration. To recover your hard disk drive using your keyboard to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen
User Guide
Page 65
...to the left button on page 216 Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is much smaller than the display screen, moving your finger several times across the TouchPad in rapid succession. For more information, see "Disabling... or enabling the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device" on a mouse. NOTE Because the TouchPad is sensitive to touch and enables you to click or choose an item, move...
...to the left button on page 216 Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is much smaller than the display screen, moving your finger several times across the TouchPad in rapid succession. For more information, see "Disabling... or enabling the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device" on a mouse. NOTE Because the TouchPad is sensitive to touch and enables you to click or choose an item, move...
User Guide
Page 68
... or higher. Using a mouse You may need to your computer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a USBcompatible mouse. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may not function correctly. See the video device ...match the resolution of the computer's built-in TouchPad/Accupoint Dual Pointing device. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. If you do not install the software as instructed by clicking Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and then Display....
... or higher. Using a mouse You may need to your computer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a USBcompatible mouse. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may not function correctly. See the video device ...match the resolution of the computer's built-in TouchPad/Accupoint Dual Pointing device. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. If you do not install the software as instructed by clicking Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and then Display....
User Guide
Page 80
... back (where the ports are disconnected. 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 or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. 80 Getting Started Caring for a potential thief to purchase an...
... back (where the ports are disconnected. 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 or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. 80 Getting Started Caring for a potential thief to purchase an...
User Guide
Page 84
... to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the full-sized keyboard. A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; However, some programs ...assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to emulate a full-size keyboard. cursor positioning keys; and a numeric keypad. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one Ctrl key. Using the Fn key, you...
... to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the full-sized keyboard. A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; However, some programs ...assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to emulate a full-size keyboard. cursor positioning keys; and a numeric keypad. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one Ctrl key. Using the Fn key, you...
User Guide
Page 85
...execute programmed functions when pressed. Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are... the 12 keys at the top of the enhanced keyboard. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® button-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary...
...execute programmed functions when pressed. Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are... the 12 keys at the top of the enhanced keyboard. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® button-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary...
User Guide
Page 86
...control overlay on . To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control ...the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on the front of them form...
...control overlay on . To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control ...the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on the front of them form...
User Guide
Page 90
... where to store the document and to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. Use this is all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. You may use all you are working with a document that can include spaces. 90 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving...
... where to store the document and to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. Use this is all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. You may use all you are working with a document that can include spaces. 90 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving...
User Guide
Page 150
...keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in its associated program ❖ Display a customized folder of TOSHIBA Assist. For more information on page 203. Starting Fn-esse® Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon... in the Optimize tab of programs and/or files from within any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. For more information, see "Hot Keys...
...keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in its associated program ❖ Display a customized folder of TOSHIBA Assist. For more information on page 203. Starting Fn-esse® Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon... in the Optimize tab of programs and/or files from within any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. For more information, see "Hot Keys...