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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal... display device 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 77 Adjusting the quality of the external display......78 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 Connecting a printer 79 Setting up a printer 80 Turning off the computer 80 Options for turning off the computer 81 Using the...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal... display device 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 77 Adjusting the quality of the external display......78 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 Connecting a printer 79 Setting up a printer 80 Turning off the computer 80 Options for turning off the computer 81 Using the...
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... your computer 90 Cleaning the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 93 Computing tips 93 Using the keyboard 94 Character keys 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 95 Function keys 95 Special Windows® keys 95 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
... your computer 90 Cleaning the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 93 Computing tips 93 Using the keyboard 94 Character keys 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 95 Function keys 95 Special Windows® keys 95 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
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... Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185 Modem problems... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185 Modem problems... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Application Cards 200 Using the Application Cards 201 Card Case 201 Hot key functions 202 Volume Mute 202 Lock (Instant security 203 Power plan 204 Sleep mode 205 Hibernation mode 206 Output (Display switch 207 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............209 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 210 Zoom (Display resolution 211 Keyboard hot key functions 212 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 213 Glossary 214 Index 228
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Application Cards 200 Using the Application Cards 201 Card Case 201 Hot key functions 202 Volume Mute 202 Lock (Instant security 203 Power plan 204 Sleep mode 205 Hibernation mode 206 Output (Display switch 207 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............209 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 210 Zoom (Display resolution 211 Keyboard hot key functions 212 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 213 Glossary 214 Index 228
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... computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to...
... computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to...
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..., and features used. Do not press or push on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 49 NOTE Battery...
..., and features used. Do not press or push on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 49 NOTE Battery...
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...Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process ...Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 78) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 78) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 75) ❖ Connect a local printer (...
...Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process ...Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 78) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 78) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 75) ❖ Connect a local printer (...
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...using the utilities stored on the drive. To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery media" on page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing your internal storage drive, without restoring the information on your computer's internal storage drive or using...utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the drive and all partitions on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state) using the first method, ...
...using the utilities stored on the drive. To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery media" on page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing your internal storage drive, without restoring the information on your computer's internal storage drive or using...utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the drive and all partitions on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state) using the first method, ...
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.... A confirmation message displays reminding you that your computer be lost during the recovery process. When the process is strongly recommended that all partitions on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery. Be sure to save your work to restart the computer. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom...
.... A confirmation message displays reminding you that your computer be lost during the recovery process. When the process is strongly recommended that all partitions on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery. Be sure to save your work to restart the computer. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom...
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Click Yes to step 4. 4 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on the computer. 3 If your C: drive to its out-of Windows Vista...
Click Yes to step 4. 4 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on the computer. 3 If your C: drive to its out-of Windows Vista...
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...computer. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the C: drive. You can recover the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on ...your computer be affected. If not, skip to save your computer's internal storage drive or by either using the utilities on the keyboard to begin the recovery. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions...
...computer. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the C: drive. You can recover the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on ...your computer be affected. If not, skip to save your computer's internal storage drive or by either using the utilities on the keyboard to begin the recovery. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions...
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... Support Center in the United States is (949) 859-4273. When the process is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to restart the computer. outside the United States it is (800) 457-777; Select Recover without changing the hard drive ...Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to obtain the Recovery media for your system configuration, you to insert several blank DVDs to begin the recovery. Creating recovery media Depending on the...
... Support Center in the United States is (949) 859-4273. When the process is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to restart the computer. outside the United States it is (800) 457-777; Select Recover without changing the hard drive ...Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to obtain the Recovery media for your system configuration, you to insert several blank DVDs to begin the recovery. Creating recovery media Depending on the...
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...Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the internal storage drive will delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your system offers this... choice. Read the Warning screen that the drive has been recovered. 10 Press any key on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. 72 Getting Started Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 9 Follow the on-screen instructions to restart the computer....
...Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the internal storage drive will delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your system offers this... choice. Read the Warning screen that the drive has been recovered. 10 Press any key on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. 72 Getting Started Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 9 Follow the on-screen instructions to restart the computer....
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... erased. 6 Press any key on the internal storage drive will be lost. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. This process may take several hours, depending on the hard disk-This option deletes all data and then...
... erased. 6 Press any key on the internal storage drive will be lost. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. This process may take several hours, depending on the hard disk-This option deletes all data and then...
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.... 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move it to the left side, slide your finger from left . To reinstall drivers and applications: .... Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in the lower portion of a finger. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the TouchPad. ❖ To move...
.... 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move it to the left side, slide your finger from left . To reinstall drivers and applications: .... Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in the lower portion of a finger. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the TouchPad. ❖ To move...
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... your television (or other video display device), you may want to use a full-size keyboard, you prefer to use a USB-compatible mouse. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad. 78 Getting Started Using an external...between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 3 Release the Fn key. Using an external keyboard If you can use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. See the video ...
... your television (or other video display device), you may want to use a full-size keyboard, you prefer to use a USB-compatible mouse. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad. 78 Getting Started Using an external...between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 3 Release the Fn key. Using an external keyboard If you can use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. See the video ...
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... Plans" on page 122. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Closing the display panel After you have turned off the computer, close the display panel to your operating system documentation or...
... Plans" on page 122. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Closing the display panel After you have turned off the computer, close the display panel to your operating system documentation or...
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...turn off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is active. If you receive via diskette... on page 87 to learn more about Sleep. This precaution is especially important for viruses. 94 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all...
...turn off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is active. If you receive via diskette... on page 87 to learn more about Sleep. This precaution is especially important for viruses. 94 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all...
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... button For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 202. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 95 ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are... see your program documentation. 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 ...
... button For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 202. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 95 ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are... see your program documentation. 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 ...
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... one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up for these characters File names are not case-sensitive. For information on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up a printer" on page 80. TECHNICAL NOTE: By default, the Windows® operating system does not...
... one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up for these characters File names are not case-sensitive. For information on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up a printer" on page 80. TECHNICAL NOTE: By default, the Windows® operating system does not...