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19 Contents Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 69 Computing tips 69 Using the keyboard 70 Character keys 71 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 71 Function keys 71 Windows® special keys 72 Overlay keys 72 Starting a program 74 Saving ...
19 Contents Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 69 Computing tips 69 Using the keyboard 70 Character keys 71 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 71 Function keys 71 Windows® special keys 72 Overlay keys 72 Starting a program 74 Saving ...
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... hot key 158 Exploring audio features 158 Recording sounds 158 Using a microphone 159 Adjusting recording settings 160 Using external speakers or headphones......... 160 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse ........ 161 Using the Modular Bay 162 Removing a module from the Modular Bay.... 162 Inserting a module into the Modular Bay ....... 163 Using PC Cards...
... hot key 158 Exploring audio features 158 Recording sounds 158 Using a microphone 159 Adjusting recording settings 160 Using external speakers or headphones......... 160 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse ........ 161 Using the Modular Bay 162 Removing a module from the Modular Bay.... 162 Inserting a module into the Modular Bay ....... 163 Using PC Cards...
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... of action 186 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 186 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 188 Memory card problems 190 Power and the batteries 190 Keyboard problems 192 Display problems 192 Disk drive problems 194 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems ... 196 Sound system problems 204 PC Card problems 204 Printer... problems 207 Modem problems 208 Develop good computing habits 209 If you need further assistance 210 Before you call 210 Contacting Toshiba 211 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 212
... of action 186 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 186 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 188 Memory card problems 190 Power and the batteries 190 Keyboard problems 192 Display problems 192 Disk drive problems 194 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems ... 196 Sound system problems 204 PC Card problems 204 Printer... problems 207 Modem problems 208 Develop good computing habits 209 If you need further assistance 210 Before you call 210 Contacting Toshiba 211 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 212
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24 Contents Toshiba's worldwide offices 212 Appendix A: Hot Keys 215 Instant password security 215 Without a password 215 With a password 215 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 216 Sound 217 Power usage mode 217 Stand by mode 218 Hibernation mode 219 Display modes 220 Display modes 220 Enabling a wireless device 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 221 Keyboard hot keys 222 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 223 Glossary 224 Index 239
24 Contents Toshiba's worldwide offices 212 Appendix A: Hot Keys 215 Instant password security 215 Without a password 215 With a password 215 Maintaining security when the battery isn't fully charged 216 Sound 217 Power usage mode 217 Stand by mode 218 Hibernation mode 219 Display modes 220 Display modes 220 Enabling a wireless device 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 221 Keyboard hot keys 222 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 223 Glossary 224 Index 239
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... maximum speed. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that it can continue to a standard telephone line. USB peripherals have a single standard for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, do not block the cooling vents.
... maximum speed. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that it can continue to a standard telephone line. USB peripherals have a single standard for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, do not block the cooling vents.
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On The power button turns the computer on page 157. The Internet button launches your default Internet browser. The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions. Holding down the power button for four seconds resets the computer. For more information about ..." on and off. 34 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display open Screen Power button Function keys Keyboard Internet Button TOSHBIA Console Button One Touch TV Out Button TouchPad Palm rest Primary button CD/DVD control buttons System indicator panel Secondary button ...
On The power button turns the computer on page 157. The Internet button launches your default Internet browser. The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions. Holding down the power button for four seconds resets the computer. For more information about ..." on and off. 34 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display open Screen Power button Function keys Keyboard Internet Button TOSHBIA Console Button One Touch TV Out Button TouchPad Palm rest Primary button CD/DVD control buttons System indicator panel Secondary button ...
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...with your software, and music from DVDROMs and audio CDs. For more information, see "Hot Keys" on page 215. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a finger. The stereo speakers let you to the video/audio line out jack. The primary and secondary ...One Touch TV out button activates an external display device such as system alarms associated with the stroke of a fullsize keyboard. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 78. The system indicator panel provides information about various system functions. For more information, see "CD/DVD...
...with your software, and music from DVDROMs and audio CDs. For more information, see "Hot Keys" on page 215. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a finger. The stereo speakers let you to the video/audio line out jack. The primary and secondary ...One Touch TV out button activates an external display device such as system alarms associated with the stroke of a fullsize keyboard. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 78. The system indicator panel provides information about various system functions. For more information, see "CD/DVD...
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... on, pressing a letter key on . The hard disk drive light flashes while the hard disk drive is completely discharged. When this light is on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on in CD mode when the computer is...
... on, pressing a letter key on . The hard disk drive light flashes while the hard disk drive is completely discharged. When this light is on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on in CD mode when the computer is...
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... higher than a conventional chair. If necessary, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 41 ❖ If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be able to type comfortably with your...
... higher than a conventional chair. If necessary, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is a primary factor in reducing work 41 ❖ If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be able to type comfortably with your...
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... to provide extra back support. Keep them in discomfort and possible injury. Do not slump forward or lean back too far. WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in a relaxed, neutral position while typing. ❖ Exercise your spine. Arms and wrists ❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your computer work...
... to provide extra back support. Keep them in discomfort and possible injury. Do not slump forward or lean back too far. WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in a relaxed, neutral position while typing. ❖ Exercise your spine. Arms and wrists ❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your computer work...
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...turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Occasionally, even new programs you remove a PC Card that gets into the computer's keyboard. 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Some PC Cards can become hot even if only one is being used for a long period.... ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. If two cards are installed, both . ❖ Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong ...
...turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Occasionally, even new programs you remove a PC Card that gets into the computer's keyboard. 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Some PC Cards can become hot even if only one is being used for a long period.... ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. If two cards are installed, both . ❖ Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong ...
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... while checking for more information. Setting up your software The first time you turn on page 45 before you will this computer connect to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. See Connecting the AC adapter for an internet connection, and you can use external power or to charge the battery...
... while checking for more information. Setting up your software The first time you turn on page 45 before you will this computer connect to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. See Connecting the AC adapter for an internet connection, and you can use external power or to charge the battery...
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... releasing the power button located on page 34. NOTE: When you locate this button, see "Front with the display open" on the top of the keyboard. Turning on the power 1 Check that any drives on the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch and lift...
... releasing the power button located on page 34. NOTE: When you locate this button, see "Front with the display open" on the top of the keyboard. Turning on the power 1 Check that any drives on the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch and lift...
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... the page, push your finger forward on page 101. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is not connected to an external power source. The disc/disk activity indicator flashes while the Modular Bay is being charged. ❖ Glows green when...
... the page, push your finger forward on page 101. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is not connected to an external power source. The disc/disk activity indicator flashes while the Modular Bay is being charged. ❖ Glows green when...
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CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of data. Never use and result in loss of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer's battery, see "Powering down when connected ... chemical products to a domain server instead. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 87. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products.
CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of data. Never use and result in loss of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer's battery, see "Powering down when connected ... chemical products to a domain server instead. For more information, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 87. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products.
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70 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your desktop setup, during its optimal level. Consult your Windows® XP operating system documentation for more information on these and other ...utilities. ❖ Always use the proper procedure to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its shut down procedure. Using the keyboard Keyboard Home 7 8 PgUp 9 ∗ 4 5 6 - Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If you don't let the operating system shut down the computer...
70 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your desktop setup, during its optimal level. Consult your Windows® XP operating system documentation for more information on these and other ...utilities. ❖ Always use the proper procedure to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its shut down procedure. Using the keyboard Keyboard Home 7 8 PgUp 9 ∗ 4 5 6 - Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If you don't let the operating system shut down the computer...
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...them. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are using. The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - Learning the Basics Using ... very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. For more information, see your program documentation. the number and symbol keys are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet ...
...them. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with the Fn key) are using. The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - Learning the Basics Using ... very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. For more information, see your program documentation. the number and symbol keys are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet ...
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...End Keyboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on a desktop computer's keyboard. Overlay keys & 7 Home 7 U ∗ 8 8 ( 9 PgUp 9 I O ) 0 ∗ P 4 5 J K End 1 2 M Ins 0 6 - L : PgDn 3 > ; + ? . 72 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Windows...® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start ...
...End Keyboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on a desktop computer's keyboard. Overlay keys & 7 Home 7 U ∗ 8 8 ( 9 PgUp 9 I O ) 0 ∗ P 4 5 J K End 1 2 M Ins 0 6 - L : PgDn 3 > ; + ? . 72 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Windows...® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start ...
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... overlay when the numeric overlay is on , hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on . To use the cursor control keys. To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift.... Fn while you type the letters. ❖ For uppercase letters, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters. ❖ For uppercase ...
... overlay when the numeric overlay is on , hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on . To use the cursor control keys. To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift.... Fn while you type the letters. ❖ For uppercase letters, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters. ❖ For uppercase ...
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... Basics Starting a program To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on the keyboard indicator panel goes out.
... Basics Starting a program To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on the keyboard indicator panel goes out.