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Contents Introduction 21 This guide 21 Safety icons 22 Other icons used 23 Other documentation 23 Service options 24 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 25 Making sure you have everything 25 Front with the display closed 26 Back 27 Right side 28 Left side 29 Front with the display open 30 Indicator panel 31 System indicator panel 32 Underside 33 13
Contents Introduction 21 This guide 21 Safety icons 22 Other icons used 23 Other documentation 23 Service options 24 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 25 Making sure you have everything 25 Front with the display closed 26 Back 27 Right side 28 Left side 29 Front with the display open 30 Indicator panel 31 System indicator panel 32 Underside 33 13
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... your computer 40 Connecting the AC adapter 41 Charging the main and secondary batteries 43 Using the computer for the first time 44 Opening the display panel 44 Turning on the power 45 Using the TouchPad 46 Setting up your software 47 Setting up other devices 49 Installing additional memory (optional...
... your computer 40 Connecting the AC adapter 41 Charging the main and secondary batteries 43 Using the computer for the first time 44 Opening the display panel 44 Turning on the power 45 Using the TouchPad 46 Setting up your software 47 Setting up other devices 49 Installing additional memory (optional...
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... Customizing the taskbar 130 Bringing the world to your desktop 131 Changing desktop and browsing style 132 Personalizing individual windows 133 Customizing window toolbars 134 Displaying information about each folder ...... 135 Using your computer at the office 136 Setting up for communications 137 Connecting the modem to a telephone line .... 138 Setting...
... Customizing the taskbar 130 Bringing the world to your desktop 131 Changing desktop and browsing style 132 Personalizing individual windows 133 Customizing window toolbars 134 Displaying information about each folder ...... 135 Using your computer at the office 136 Setting up for communications 137 Connecting the modem to a telephone line .... 138 Setting...
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... 142 Surfing the Internet 143 Internet features 143 Uploading and downloading files on the Internet 144 Exploring video features 144 Display settings hot key 145 Exploring audio features 146 Recording sounds 146 Using a microphone 146 Adjusting recording settings 147 Using external... speakers or headphones......... 148 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse ........ 148 Changing the display properties setting 149 Using PC Cards 150 PC Card supporting software 150 Inserting PC Cards 150 Removing PC Cards 151 Hot swapping ...
... 142 Surfing the Internet 143 Internet features 143 Uploading and downloading files on the Internet 144 Exploring video features 144 Display settings hot key 145 Exploring audio features 146 Recording sounds 146 Using a microphone 146 Adjusting recording settings 147 Using external... speakers or headphones......... 148 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse ........ 148 Changing the display properties setting 149 Using PC Cards 150 PC Card supporting software 150 Inserting PC Cards 150 Removing PC Cards 151 Hot swapping ...
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19 Contents Setting audio properties 165 Setting display properties 166 Customizing the control panel 167 Using WinDVD Advanced Features 169 Zooming in 174 Panning 175 Zooming out 175 Adjusting the color balance 175 ... Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 185 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 186 Memory card problems 188 Power and the batteries 189 Keyboard problems 190 Display problems 191 Disk drive problems 193 CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive problems .......... 195 Sound system problems 203 PC Card problems 204 Printer problems 207...
19 Contents Setting audio properties 165 Setting display properties 166 Customizing the control panel 167 Using WinDVD Advanced Features 169 Zooming in 174 Panning 175 Zooming out 175 Adjusting the color balance 175 ... Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 185 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 186 Memory card problems 188 Power and the batteries 189 Keyboard problems 190 Display problems 191 Disk drive problems 193 CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive problems .......... 195 Sound system problems 203 PC Card problems 204 Printer problems 207...
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...-ROM/CD-RW drive. It is designated by default as a straightened paper clip. 26 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed Display latch Modular Bay Battery pack The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. To open the display panel, press the display latch and raise the panel.
...-ROM/CD-RW drive. It is designated by default as a straightened paper clip. 26 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed Display latch Modular Bay Battery pack The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. To open the display panel, press the display latch and raise the panel.
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30 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display open Screen System indicator panel Volume control Power button On Off Keyboard Wireless antenna on/off switch (available only on Wi-Fi™ or Bluetooth... turn on a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module on /off switch Indicator panel Primary button TouchPad Secondary button Palm rest The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images.
30 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display open Screen System indicator panel Volume control Power button On Off Keyboard Wireless antenna on/off switch (available only on Wi-Fi™ or Bluetooth... turn on a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module on /off switch Indicator panel Primary button TouchPad Secondary button Palm rest The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images.
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... light Numeric mode light NOTE: For environments that glow when certain functions are being performed by the system. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 31 The system indicator panel is on, pressing a letter key on page 32.
... light Numeric mode light NOTE: For environments that glow when certain functions are being performed by the system. Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 31 The system indicator panel is on, pressing a letter key on page 32.
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... overlay" on . The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is being charged. 32 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on the top of the key. The main battery light indicates the...
... overlay" on . The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is being charged. 32 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on the top of the key. The main battery light indicates the...
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... your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 37 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be no higher than eye level. ❖ If you use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the...
... your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 37 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be no higher than eye level. ❖ If you use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the...
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... forward or lean back too far. Keep them in discomfort and possible injury. Lighting Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and reduce eyestrain. ❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that could shine directly in your eyes. ❖ If possible, use a cushion to provide extra back support...
... forward or lean back too far. Keep them in discomfort and possible injury. Lighting Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and reduce eyestrain. ❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that could shine directly in your eyes. ❖ If possible, use a cushion to provide extra back support...
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..., don't force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Never lift or move the computer using the display panel. NOTE: Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for more than a ... CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch and lift the...
..., don't force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Never lift or move the computer using the display panel. NOTE: Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for more than a ... CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch and lift the...
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... first time, don't turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. For information on determining battery power, see "Front with the display open" on the top of the keyboard. The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to indicate that all the drives are...
... first time, don't turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. For information on determining battery power, see "Front with the display open" on the top of the keyboard. The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to indicate that all the drives are...
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... for the first time 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 cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad from right to left. To double...
... for the first time 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 cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad from right to left. To double...
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... computer's modem must be chosen." Click Yes to register, or No to continue. NOTE: If you click No, you wish to register with Toshiba icon on the desktop. It usually corresponds to find whether it uses the right mouse button. The computer will pause for a moment while checking for... an internet connection. 4 A window will display the message: "An internet connection could not be connected to a voice-grade telephone line, or the Internet via a Local Area Network. 5 A window will...
... computer's modem must be chosen." Click Yes to register, or No to continue. NOTE: If you click No, you wish to register with Toshiba icon on the desktop. It usually corresponds to find whether it uses the right mouse button. The computer will pause for a moment while checking for... an internet connection. 4 A window will display the message: "An internet connection could not be connected to a voice-grade telephone line, or the Internet via a Local Area Network. 5 A window will...
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... use the computer, begin at step 1, otherwise skip to step 2. 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 3 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down " on the bottom of today's popular applications. See "Using Turn Off or Shut down to install a memory module...
... use the computer, begin at step 1, otherwise skip to step 2. 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 3 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down " on the bottom of today's popular applications. See "Using Turn Off or Shut down to install a memory module...
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CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. 58 Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving...Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Caring for your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Cleaning the computer To keep your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on page 88. Ask...
CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. 58 Getting Started Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving...Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Caring for your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Cleaning the computer To keep your computer's battery, see "Powering down the computer" on page 88. Ask...
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CAUTION: Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are disconnected. The easiest way to do this is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport ... cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through or around some part of a heavy object. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or visit Toshiba's Web site at toshibaaccessories.com. Make sure there is no way for long trips. Although your notebook computer is to a heavy object such as...
CAUTION: Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are disconnected. The easiest way to do this is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport ... cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through or around some part of a heavy object. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or visit Toshiba's Web site at toshibaaccessories.com. Make sure there is no way for long trips. Although your notebook computer is to a heavy object such as...
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... the additional printer(s). TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the operating system to set up for the file, and click OK. The program displays a Print dialog box. 3 Click OK to name a file, see "Windows® XP file system" on page 54. To print a file: 1 If your printer is set...
... the additional printer(s). TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the operating system to set up for the file, and click OK. The program displays a Print dialog box. 3 Click OK to name a file, see "Windows® XP file system" on page 54. To print a file: 1 If your printer is set...
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74 Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive Playing an audio CD With the computer turned on the desktop. Sample Windows MediaTM Player Toshiba Skin You may switch the Media Player window to full mode one of two ways: ❖ Click on the center of the desktop icon for ... Start menu or double-click the icon on , insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The first time you can open it will display in Toshiba Skin mode.
74 Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive Playing an audio CD With the computer turned on the desktop. Sample Windows MediaTM Player Toshiba Skin You may switch the Media Player window to full mode one of two ways: ❖ Click on the center of the desktop icon for ... Start menu or double-click the icon on , insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The first time you can open it will display in Toshiba Skin mode.