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Contents Introduction 33 This guide 33 Safety icons 34 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 35 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 37 Making sure you have everything 37 Front with the display closed 38 Back 39 Right side 40 Left side 41 Front with the display open 42 System indicator panel 43 Keyboard indicator lights 44 Underside 45 Chapter 2: Getting Started 47 Selecting a place to work 47 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 47 25
Contents Introduction 33 This guide 33 Safety icons 34 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 35 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 37 Making sure you have everything 37 Front with the display closed 38 Back 39 Right side 40 Left side 41 Front with the display open 42 System indicator panel 43 Keyboard indicator lights 44 Underside 45 Chapter 2: Getting Started 47 Selecting a place to work 47 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 47 25
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26 Contents Keeping yourself comfortable 48 Precautions 51 Setting up your computer 53 Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 54 Adding external devices 54 Connecting to a power source 55 Charging the main battery 57 Using the computer for the first ...71 Adjusting the quality of the external display..... 72 Display limitations 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive....... 73 Using an external keyboard 74 Turning off the computer 74 Caring for your computer 75 Cleaning the computer 75 Moving the computer 76 Using a computer lock 76
26 Contents Keeping yourself comfortable 48 Precautions 51 Setting up your computer 53 Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 54 Adding external devices 54 Connecting to a power source 55 Charging the main battery 57 Using the computer for the first ...71 Adjusting the quality of the external display..... 72 Display limitations 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive....... 73 Using an external keyboard 74 Turning off the computer 74 Caring for your computer 75 Cleaning the computer 75 Moving the computer 76 Using a computer lock 76
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... Character keys 80 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 80 Function keys 80 Windows® special keys 81 Overlay keys 81 Emulating a full-size keyboard 83 Starting a program 83 Saving your work 84 Printing your work 85 Backing up your files 85 Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 86 ...
... Character keys 80 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 80 Function keys 80 Windows® special keys 81 Overlay keys 81 Emulating a full-size keyboard 83 Starting a program 83 Saving your work 84 Printing your work 85 Backing up your files 85 Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 86 ...
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... or document ... 186 Viewing existing key assignments 188 Changing or removing existing key assignments 188 Hotkey utility 188 TOSHIBA Console 189 Customize Your Computer 190 Security 191 Power Management 191 Toshiba Hardware Setup 194 Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong 196 Problems that are easy to fix 196 Problems when ... hardware conflicts on your own .... 203 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 205 Memory module problems 207 Power and the batteries 208 Keyboard problems 209 Display problems 210 Disk drive problems 212 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 214
... or document ... 186 Viewing existing key assignments 188 Changing or removing existing key assignments 188 Hotkey utility 188 TOSHIBA Console 189 Customize Your Computer 190 Security 191 Power Management 191 Toshiba Hardware Setup 194 Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong 196 Problems that are easy to fix 196 Problems when ... hardware conflicts on your own .... 203 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 205 Memory module problems 207 Power and the batteries 208 Keyboard problems 209 Display problems 210 Disk drive problems 212 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 214
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... Printer problems 220 Modem problems 221 Develop good computing habits 221 If you need further assistance 222 Before you call 223 Contacting Toshiba 223 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 224 Toshiba's worldwide offices 225 Appendix A: Hot Keys 228 Volume Mute 228 Instant password security 228 Without a password 228 With a password 229 ... 230 Standby mode 231 Hibernation mode 232 Display modes 233 Display brightness 234 Enabling a wireless device 234 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 234 Keyboard hot keys 235 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 236 Glossary 237 Index 253
... Printer problems 220 Modem problems 221 Develop good computing habits 221 If you need further assistance 222 Before you call 223 Contacting Toshiba 223 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 224 Toshiba's worldwide offices 225 Appendix A: Hot Keys 228 Volume Mute 228 Instant password security 228 Without a password 228 With a password 229 ... 230 Standby mode 231 Hibernation mode 232 Display modes 233 Display brightness 234 Enabling a wireless device 234 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 234 Keyboard hot keys 235 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 236 Glossary 237 Index 253
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... CD-ROMs and play high-resolution, full-screen videos at up to 30 frames per second. USB peripherals have a single standard for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. 40 Finding Your Way Around Right side The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to play audio CDs. DEFINITION: USB...
... CD-ROMs and play high-resolution, full-screen videos at up to 30 frames per second. USB peripherals have a single standard for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. 40 Finding Your Way Around Right side The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to play audio CDs. DEFINITION: USB...
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... from DVD-ROMs and audio CDs. 42 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display open Screen Speaker Power button Keyboard Palm rest Primary control button System indicator panel Speaker Function keys TouchPad Secondary control button The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides...
... from DVD-ROMs and audio CDs. 42 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display open Screen Speaker Power button Keyboard Palm rest Primary control button System indicator panel Speaker Function keys TouchPad Secondary control button The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides...
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...It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being charged. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 79. The system indicator panel provides information about various system functions. For more information on page 43. The main battery light ...indicates the main battery's current charge. It glows green when the battery is on a mouse, with the stroke of a fullsize keyboard. System indicator panel AC power Main battery Disc/disk activity On/off light glows green when the computer is fully charged.
...It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is being charged. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 79. The system indicator panel provides information about various system functions. For more information on page 43. The main battery light ...indicates the main battery's current charge. It glows green when the battery is on a mouse, with the stroke of a fullsize keyboard. System indicator panel AC power Main battery Disc/disk activity On/off light glows green when the computer is fully charged.
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Keyboard indicator lights The caps lock light, located on page 118. When this light is being accessed. The cursor control mode light, located on the panel ... or multi-function drive is on, pressing a letter key on the key When this light is in loss of the white arrow printed on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. Never turn off the computer while any drive is on . The hard disk drive light flashes while the hard disk...
Keyboard indicator lights The caps lock light, located on page 118. When this light is being accessed. The cursor control mode light, located on the panel ... or multi-function drive is on, pressing a letter key on the key When this light is in loss of the white arrow printed on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. Never turn off the computer while any drive is on . The hard disk drive light flashes while the hard disk...
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... the computer Whichever type you choose, 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 49 twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen without slouching. ❖ If you use a paper holder...
... the computer Whichever type you choose, 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 49 twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen without slouching. ❖ If you use a paper holder...
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..., stretch your muscles, and relieve your hands, wrists, and arms to improve circulation. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician. A break of travel. Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may not feel If possible, schedule a variety of the computer. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 51 ❖ Exercise your eyes. Finding ways to...
..., stretch your muscles, and relieve your hands, wrists, and arms to improve circulation. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician. A break of travel. Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may not feel If possible, schedule a variety of the computer. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 51 ❖ Exercise your eyes. Finding ways to...
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...off overnight to sharp impacts. Information on your lap, for viruses. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that gets into the computer's keyboard. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from the Internet. You'll need a special program to a disk may contain a computer virus. ...Leave the computer turned off the computer while it is especially important for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. This precaution is reading from objects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers. Excessive...
...off overnight to sharp impacts. Information on your lap, for viruses. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that gets into the computer's keyboard. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from the Internet. You'll need a special program to a disk may contain a computer virus. ...Leave the computer turned off the computer while it is especially important for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. This precaution is reading from objects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers. Excessive...
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.... 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may vary depending on your computer. To use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. The first time you turn on page 55. These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery, you...
.... 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may vary depending on your computer. To use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. The first time you turn on page 55. These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery, you...
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... a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 70) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 179) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 74) ❖ Connect another display device (see "Using external display devices" on page 71) ❖ Connect a diskette drive (see "Connecting an...
... a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 70) ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 179) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 74) ❖ Connect another display device (see "Using external display devices" on page 71) ❖ Connect a diskette drive (see "Connecting an...
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... 42. The AC power indicator glows when the computer is connected to an external power source. Your display contains an extremely large number of the keyboard. Any small bright dots that may appear on your TFT display when you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely...
... 42. The AC power indicator glows when the computer is connected to an external power source. Your display contains an extremely large number of the keyboard. Any small bright dots that may appear on your TFT display when you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely...
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... on page 133. Once you have positioned your cursor, you 'd like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the keyboard, is in the preferred direction. Never turn off the computer while any drive is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with...
... on page 133. Once you have positioned your cursor, you 'd like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the keyboard, is in the preferred direction. Never turn off the computer while any drive is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with...
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... off the computer It is a good idea to turn on the computer. Each option has its cable to one to your computer provided that the keyboard is off your computer when you are not using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer..., use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so The Fn emulation key is fully charged. To connect a keyboard, attach its advantages. ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the Windows® XP Home version operating system, or the Windows®...
... off the computer It is a good idea to turn on the computer. Each option has its cable to one to your computer provided that the keyboard is off your computer when you are not using it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer..., use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so The Fn emulation key is fully charged. To connect a keyboard, attach its advantages. ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the Windows® XP Home version operating system, or the Windows®...
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... in use harsh or caustic chemical products to where you will automatically return to clean the computer. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Getting Started Caring for your computer 75 that, ...again, you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off the computer while any drive is in loss of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Ask your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth.
... in use harsh or caustic chemical products to where you will automatically return to clean the computer. Cleaning the computer To keep your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Getting Started Caring for your computer 75 that, ...again, you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off the computer while any drive is in loss of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Ask your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth.
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Using the keyboard Home 7 8 PgUp 9 ∗ 4 5 6 - If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may be lost. Consult your Windows® XP operating system documentation for more information on ... Disk Defragmenter regularly to turn off the computer. (See "Powering down the computer" on a regular basis. End 1 2 PgDn 3 + Ins 0 Del / End Sample keyboard Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 79 ❖ Back up your files to storage media on page 95.) The operating system records information, such as new icon positions may...
Using the keyboard Home 7 8 PgUp 9 ∗ 4 5 6 - If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may be lost. Consult your Windows® XP operating system documentation for more information on ... Disk Defragmenter regularly to turn off the computer. (See "Powering down the computer" on a regular basis. End 1 2 PgDn 3 + Ins 0 Del / End Sample keyboard Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 79 ❖ Back up your files to storage media on page 95.) The operating system records information, such as new icon positions may...
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... Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press them. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending 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 caps lock light on the computer. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - ...
... Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt . Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run specific functions on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press them. Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending 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 caps lock light on the computer. Function keys The function keys (not to upper case - ...