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27 Contents Using the computer for the first time 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58... Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........68 Using and configuring Standby mode 70 Closing the display panel 71 Using external display devices 72 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 73 Adjusting the quality of the external display......74 Using an external keyboard 74 Using a mouse 74 Connecting a local printer 75 ...
27 Contents Using the computer for the first time 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58... Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........68 Using and configuring Standby mode 70 Closing the display panel 71 Using external display devices 72 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 73 Adjusting the quality of the external display......74 Using an external keyboard 74 Using a mouse 74 Connecting a local printer 75 ...
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...backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 215 Appendix A: Hot Keys 217 Volume Mute 217 Password security ...218 Without a password 218 With a password 218 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 219 Power usage mode 220 Standby mode 221 Hibernation mode 222 Display modes 223 Display...
...backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 215 Appendix A: Hot Keys 217 Volume Mute 217 Password security ...218 Without a password 218 With a password 218 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 219 Power usage mode 220 Standby mode 221 Hibernation mode 222 Display modes 223 Display...
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... register your computer online or to sign up your software. 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in modem to a telephone line (see "Connecting the modem to a telephone line" on the computer for the first time, do not turn...
... register your computer online or to sign up your software. 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in modem to a telephone line (see "Connecting the modem to a telephone line" on the computer for the first time, do not turn...
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...set up process of your computer. Product registration can either double-click the icon on page 76. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will display the message: "An Internet connection could not be completed during the initial start up your printer. NOTE To register online, you choose ...consult your system administrator before you must be chosen." Setting up a printer" on your desktop or go to continue. Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 If an Internet connection could not be connected to complete the setup process. Click Next to the...
...set up process of your computer. Product registration can either double-click the icon on page 76. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will display the message: "An Internet connection could not be completed during the initial start up your printer. NOTE To register online, you choose ...consult your system administrator before you must be chosen." Setting up a printer" on your desktop or go to continue. Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 If an Internet connection could not be connected to complete the setup process. Click Next to the...
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... vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is manufactured using it. Your display contains an extremely large number of the computer, Small bright dots may appear on your PC. Sample opening the... force it beyond the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for you turn it on and begin using high...
... vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is manufactured using it. Your display contains an extremely large number of the computer, Small bright dots may appear on your PC. Sample opening the... force it beyond the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for you turn it on and begin using high...
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... the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 115. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down depending on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 If the computer is on the system). 54 Getting...
... the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 115. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down depending on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 If the computer is on the system). 54 Getting...
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... the control buttons. 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 across the TouchPad in the direction you can click it to...
... the control buttons. 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 across the TouchPad in the direction you can click it to...
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... down when you first need to shut down when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this method, you close the display panel. Sample setup action settings screen 4 Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option... to Shut down if you want the computer to activate it using Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the...
... down when you first need to shut down when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this method, you close the display panel. Sample setup action settings screen 4 Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option... to Shut down if you want the computer to activate it using Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the...
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... on page 156. Sample Turn off computer Windows® dialog box The computer saves the state of all open programs and files, turns off the display, and then turns off the computer 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. 68 Getting Started Turning off . If you turn off the computer using the ...Hibernation command, click Start, Turn off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can turn it again by closing the display panel, depending on the options set. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off light glows blue or green. ...
... on page 156. Sample Turn off computer Windows® dialog box The computer saves the state of all open programs and files, turns off the display, and then turns off the computer 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. 68 Getting Started Turning off . If you turn off the computer using the ...Hibernation command, click Start, Turn off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can turn it again by closing the display panel, depending on the options set. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off light glows blue or green. ...
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... into Hibernation mode when you can place it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the Hibernation options set. You can also specify an amount of these methods, you first need...
... into Hibernation mode when you can place it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the Hibernation options set. You can also specify an amount of these methods, you first need...
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...Standby mode. You can start up the computer from Hibernation mode To start it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you were using the Standby command, click Start, Turn off computer, and select Stand By. 70 Getting Started Turning off the.../off light blinks amber indicating the computer is in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel. Configuring Standby mode options You can place the computer into a low-power mode. The computer returns to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and ...
...Standby mode. You can start up the computer from Hibernation mode To start it again by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you were using the Standby command, click Start, Turn off computer, and select Stand By. 70 Getting Started Turning off the.../off light blinks amber indicating the computer is in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel. Configuring Standby mode options You can place the computer into a low-power mode. The computer returns to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and ...
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... go into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can place it again by closing the display panel, depending on page 156. Getting Started Turning off the computer 71 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Standby ... again from Standby mode, press the power button until the on/off the computer, close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the Standby options set. If you have turned off light glows blue or ...
... go into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can place it again by closing the display panel, depending on page 156. Getting Started Turning off the computer 71 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Standby ... again from Standby mode, press the power button until the on/off the computer, close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on the Standby options set. If you have turned off light glows blue or ...
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...outlet. 3 Turn on the left side of device you are connecting. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to your operating system and devices. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the...monitor) port on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor or...
...outlet. 3 Turn on the left side of device you are connecting. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can also connect an external display device to your operating system and devices. To do this , refer to the documentation for the type of the computer. 2 Connect the...monitor) port on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. 72 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor or...
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... down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the setting you can also change . Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, and click Apply or OK. Briefly pause between pressing the F5 key to change these settings using the... by clicking Start, then Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and then Display. Getting Started Using external display devices 73 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you want takes effect. This hot key cycles through the settings...
... down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the setting you can also change . Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, and click Apply or OK. Briefly pause between pressing the F5 key to change these settings using the... by clicking Start, then Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and then Display. Getting Started Using external display devices 73 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you want takes effect. This hot key cycles through the settings...
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...may move to match the resolution of the screen. You can attach one of the simultaneous modes, you must support a resolution of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. If this occurs, press the Esc or Windows key to return it to your television (or... other video display device), you can use one to its original position. 74 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of 800 X 600 or higher....
...may move to match the resolution of the screen. You can attach one of the simultaneous modes, you must support a resolution of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. If this occurs, press the Esc or Windows key to return it to your television (or... other video display device), you can use one to its original position. 74 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of 800 X 600 or higher....
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...Getting Started Caring for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. The easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Doing so could damage the system. Sample computer ... Moving the computer Before moving your desk. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are disconnected. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase an optional computer lock cable...
...Getting Started Caring for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. The easiest way to do this is to clean the computer. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Doing so could damage the system. Sample computer ... Moving the computer Before moving your desk. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are disconnected. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to purchase an optional computer lock cable...
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... and location of your computer's contents as an example: 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. The Windows® XP operating system displays the All Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your computer. You can start a program from Windows® Explorer If a program...menu is not listed in the All Programs menu, you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in this example, Accessories. 86 Learning the Basics Starting a program The next three sections explain how to start it from Windows® Explorer. To use the Windows® ...
... and location of your computer's contents as an example: 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. The Windows® XP operating system displays the All Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your computer. You can start a program from Windows® Explorer If a program...menu is not listed in the All Programs menu, you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in this example, Accessories. 86 Learning the Basics Starting a program The next three sections explain how to start it from Windows® Explorer. To use the Windows® ...
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... created a new document, your Windows® program, click Save. Learning the Basics Saving your work 89 Saving files 1 On the File menu of your program displays a Save As dialog box. the names can include spaces. Use this is all you are currently working with , choose Save As from the File menu...
... created a new document, your Windows® program, click Save. Learning the Basics Saving your work 89 Saving files 1 On the File menu of your program displays a Save As dialog box. the names can include spaces. Use this is all you are currently working with , choose Save As from the File menu...
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The program displays a Print dialog box. Sample Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. You can back up your work Back up your data to CDs with Windows ...
The program displays a Print dialog box. Sample Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. You can back up your work Back up your data to CDs with Windows ...
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... from another region, the drive will automatically change , the region will allow you to release the disc tray. The drive will be accessed when the display panel is open. NOTE For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on the right side of the...
... from another region, the drive will automatically change , the region will allow you to release the disc tray. The drive will be accessed when the display panel is open. NOTE For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on the right side of the...