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... computer 70 Moving the computer 70 Using a computer lock 70 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 72 Computing tips 72 Using the keyboard 74 Character keys 74 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 75 Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys 75 Function keys 76 Windows ® special keys 76 Overlay keys 77 Saving your work...
... computer 70 Moving the computer 70 Using a computer lock 70 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 72 Computing tips 72 Using the keyboard 74 Character keys 74 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 75 Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys 75 Function keys 76 Windows ® special keys 76 Overlay keys 77 Saving your work...
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32 Contents to the computer 128 Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive 129 Using an external keyboard 131 Connecting a keyboard 131 Using an external monitor 131 Connecting the monitor 131 Connecting a mouse or a printer 132 Using PC Cards 133 Hot swapping PC Cards 133 Inserting a ...
32 Contents to the computer 128 Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive 129 Using an external keyboard 131 Connecting a keyboard 131 Using an external monitor 131 Connecting the monitor 131 Connecting a mouse or a printer 132 Using PC Cards 133 Hot swapping PC Cards 133 Inserting a ...
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... on your own .... 180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 182 Memory module problems 184 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 Sound system problems 191 PC Card problems 192 Printer problems 195 Modem problems ...196 Develop good computing habits 196 If you need further assistance 197 Before you call 198 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 200 Appendix A: Hot Keys 202 Volume Mute 202 Volume Control 202 Password security 203 Without a ...
... on your own .... 180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 182 Memory module problems 184 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 Sound system problems 191 PC Card problems 192 Printer problems 195 Modem problems ...196 Develop good computing habits 196 If you need further assistance 197 Before you call 198 Contacting Toshiba 198 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 199 Toshiba's worldwide offices 200 Appendix A: Hot Keys 202 Volume Mute 202 Volume Control 202 Password security 203 Without a ...
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... usage mode 205 Standby mode 206 Hibernation mode 207 Display modes 208 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 209 Keyboard hot keys 209 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 210 USA and Canada 210 United Kingdom 210 Australia 210 Europe 210 Appendix... C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 211 Getting Started 212 ConfigFree Main Screen 212 Starting ConfigFree 213 Configuring ConfigFree 213 ConfigFree Utilities 214 Connectivity Doctor 214 Device...
... usage mode 205 Standby mode 206 Hibernation mode 207 Display modes 208 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 209 Keyboard hot keys 209 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 210 USA and Canada 210 United Kingdom 210 Australia 210 Europe 210 Appendix... C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 211 Getting Started 212 ConfigFree Main Screen 212 Starting ConfigFree 213 Configuring ConfigFree 213 ConfigFree Utilities 214 Connectivity Doctor 214 Device...
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... stereo speakers (other than speakers that are becoming more time using the computer and rest. This section provides hints on , contact your Toshiba service representative or your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you spill liquid into the computer, turn it on ergonomics, repetitive-strain... injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome. For more information, consult books on again. Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in temperature or humidity and sources of the equipment you turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source,...
... stereo speakers (other than speakers that are becoming more time using the computer and rest. This section provides hints on , contact your Toshiba service representative or your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you spill liquid into the computer, turn it on ergonomics, repetitive-strain... injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome. For more information, consult books on again. Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in temperature or humidity and sources of the equipment you turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source,...
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... that could shine directly in your eyes. ❖ If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is at many office supply stores. ❖ Sit with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor. 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to...
... that could shine directly in your eyes. ❖ If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is at many office supply stores. ❖ Sit with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor. 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to...
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...spilling liquids on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the keyboard, turn off the computer while it again. ❖ If a drive-in-use light indicates the drive is being accessed, do spill a...erase important files. ❖ Scan all new files for files you do not turn off the computer immediately. Important information on the computer's keyboard. Powering off the computer. If you receive via diskette or email, or download from objects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large ...
...spilling liquids on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the keyboard, turn off the computer while it again. ❖ If a drive-in-use light indicates the drive is being accessed, do spill a...erase important files. ❖ Scan all new files for files you do not turn off the computer immediately. Important information on the computer's keyboard. Powering off the computer. If you receive via diskette or email, or download from objects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large ...
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... contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Getting Started Setting up your computer 47 To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air intake on...
... contains a rechargeable main battery that can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Getting Started Setting up your computer 47 To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air intake on...
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...toshiba.com. Customer failure to the product. See "Setting up your software" on your desktop or go to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding Memory (optional)" on page 56) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 61) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Connecting a keyboard... a Local Area Network. Getting Started Setting up your computer 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to complete Product Registration will...
...toshiba.com. Customer failure to the product. See "Setting up your software" on your desktop or go to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding Memory (optional)" on page 56) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 61) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Connecting a keyboard... a Local Area Network. Getting Started Setting up your computer 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to complete Product Registration will...
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... are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have all the features and specifications corresponding to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your selected model may not have selected all the features and icons described in this guide.
... are examples of some of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have all the features and specifications corresponding to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your selected model may not have selected all the features and icons described in this guide.
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.... The on/off light on the system indicator panel glows green, indicating that the computer is on the computer for at the top of the keyboard. HINT: After turning on . Turn on the computer by pressing the button for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the...
.... The on/off light on the system indicator panel glows green, indicating that the computer is on the computer for at the top of the keyboard. HINT: After turning on . Turn on the computer by pressing the button for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the...
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..., see "Setting up for use the modem to connect to a digital telephone line. Simply move your finger forward on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is designed for communications" on page 126. Connecting other external devices For more information on using a modem, see the "Expansion Options" chapter on page 145...
..., see "Setting up for use the modem to connect to a digital telephone line. Simply move your finger forward on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is designed for communications" on page 126. Connecting other external devices For more information on using a modem, see the "Expansion Options" chapter on page 145...
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.... To keep your desk. Sample PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille and other openings. Never use light stops glowing) and all disk activity has ended (the drive-in-use harsh or caustic chemical products...
.... To keep your desk. Sample PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille and other openings. Never use light stops glowing) and all disk activity has ended (the drive-in-use harsh or caustic chemical products...
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Function keys Windows keys Character keys Alt (Alternate) key Fn key Ctrl (Control) key Sample parts of the keyboard Numeric and cursor control overlay Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that:... ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of a full-size keyboard. 74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of the page...
Function keys Windows keys Character keys Alt (Alternate) key Fn key Ctrl (Control) key Sample parts of the keyboard Numeric and cursor control overlay Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that:... ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of a full-size keyboard. 74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of the page...
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...Alt keys do different things depending on the full-sized keyboard. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your program documentation. A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; For more information, see your computer's keyboard layout is compatible with one Ctrl key. cursor positioning... keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. ❖ Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the program you press the Caps Lock...
...Alt keys do different things depending on the full-sized keyboard. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your program documentation. A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; For more information, see your computer's keyboard layout is compatible with one Ctrl key. cursor positioning... keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. ❖ Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the program you press the Caps Lock...
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... programmed functions specific to be confused with icons run programmed functions determined by the application you are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. Hot keys When used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are using. Windows® special keys ...Start key Application key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions: ❖ The Start key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as ...
... programmed functions specific to be confused with icons run programmed functions determined by the application you are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. Hot keys When used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are using. Windows® special keys ...Start key Application key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions: ❖ The Start key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as ...
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.... ❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you would using the tenkey keypad on . The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on a full-size keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 77 Overlay keys & ∗ ( ) 7 8 9 0 Home 7 8 PgUp 9 U I O P 4 5 J K End 1 2 M Ins 0 6 L PgDn 3 > . Del...
.... ❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you would using the tenkey keypad on . The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on a full-size keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 77 Overlay keys & ∗ ( ) 7 8 9 0 Home 7 8 PgUp 9 U I O P 4 5 J K End 1 2 M Ins 0 6 L PgDn 3 > . Del...
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...numeric overlay keys. The numeric mode light on . To return to warn you are using Stand by mode. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on : ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters. ❖...letters, hold down Shift while you type the letters. ❖ To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor control overlay is on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. The cursor control mode light on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. 78 Learning the Basics Saving your information will be...
...numeric overlay keys. The numeric mode light on . To return to warn you are using Stand by mode. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on : ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters. ❖...letters, hold down Shift while you type the letters. ❖ To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor control overlay is on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. The cursor control mode light on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. 78 Learning the Basics Saving your information will be...
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... your own extension is usually unwise, since the program is assumed to recognize a strange extension and may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. 80 Learning the Basics Saving your work The Windows XP operating system supports file names of up to the file name...
... your own extension is usually unwise, since the program is assumed to recognize a strange extension and may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. 80 Learning the Basics Saving your work The Windows XP operating system supports file names of up to the file name...
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... optional external devices so that your office as well as on the road. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external full-size keyboard, an external monitor, a mouse and a printer, you can use the LAN port or your wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) capability. 126 If you want ...to connect your computer to the office network, you can work in your notebook can connect a monitor and USB-compatible devices, such as the keyboard, mouse and printer, directly to the computer, or to the optional Slim Port Replicator. You can provide all the convenience of a traditional desktop computer....
... optional external devices so that your office as well as on the road. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external full-size keyboard, an external monitor, a mouse and a printer, you can use the LAN port or your wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) capability. 126 If you want ...to connect your computer to the office network, you can work in your notebook can connect a monitor and USB-compatible devices, such as the keyboard, mouse and printer, directly to the computer, or to the optional Slim Port Replicator. You can provide all the convenience of a traditional desktop computer....