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... display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......70 Using an external keyboard 70 Using a mouse 70 Connecting a local printer 71 Connecting a USB printer 71 Setting up a printer 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........73 Turning off...
... display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......70 Using an external keyboard 70 Using a mouse 70 Connecting a local printer 71 Connecting a USB printer 71 Setting up a printer 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........73 Turning off...
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... computer 83 Moving the computer 83 Using a computer lock 83 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 85 Computing tips 85 Using the keyboard 87 Character keys 87 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 87 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 88 Function keys 88 Windows special keys 89 Overlay keys 89 Using the overlay to...
... computer 83 Moving the computer 83 Using a computer lock 83 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 85 Computing tips 85 Using the keyboard 87 Character keys 87 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 87 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 88 Function keys 88 Windows special keys 89 Overlay keys 89 Using the overlay to...
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... Deleting a supervisor password 159 Fn-esse 159 Starting Fn-esse 160 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 161 Viewing existing key assignments 163 Changing or removing existing key assignments 163 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 164 TOSHIBA Power Saver 165 Preset Power Profiles 166 Quickly creating a new power profile 166...
... Deleting a supervisor password 159 Fn-esse 159 Starting Fn-esse 160 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 161 Viewing existing key assignments 163 Changing or removing existing key assignments 163 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 164 TOSHIBA Power Saver 165 Preset Power Profiles 166 Quickly creating a new power profile 166...
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... A plan of action 196 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....197 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........198 Memory problems 200 Power and the batteries 201 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 209 Sound system problems 210 PC Card...
... A plan of action 196 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....197 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........198 Memory problems 200 Power and the batteries 201 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems 209 Sound system problems 210 PC Card...
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... computing habits 222 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 223 If you need further assistance 229 Before you contact Toshiba 229 Contacting Toshiba 230 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 231 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password 235 With a password 235 Maintaining security... Hibernation mode 239 Display modes 240 Display brightness 240 Disabling or enabling wireless devices 241 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad 241 Keyboard hot keys 242 Zooming applications in/out 242
... computing habits 222 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 223 If you need further assistance 229 Before you contact Toshiba 229 Contacting Toshiba 230 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 231 Toshiba's worldwide offices 232 Appendix A: Hot Keys 234 Volume Mute 234 Password security 235 Without a password 235 With a password 235 Maintaining security... Hibernation mode 239 Display modes 240 Display brightness 240 Disabling or enabling wireless devices 241 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad 241 Keyboard hot keys 242 Zooming applications in/out 242
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... intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . These components include, but are not limited to a power source" on the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 47.
... intake on the cooling fan is blocked, it . These components include, but are not limited to a power source" on the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 47.
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... the page, push your finger from right to move it to the left side, slide your finger forward on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the stroke of the page, slide your finger across the TouchPad from left . If...
... the page, push your finger from right to move it to the left side, slide your finger forward on the TouchPad in front of the keyboard, is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the stroke of the page, slide your finger across the TouchPad from left . If...
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... the page, slide your finger across the Dual Mode Pad in the desired direction. Once you can be enabled or changed in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to right. ❖ To move it into place by enabling EdgeMotion™. EdgeMotion™ can either click it to the left side, slide...
... the page, slide your finger across the Dual Mode Pad in the desired direction. Once you can be enabled or changed in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to right. ❖ To move it into place by enabling EdgeMotion™. EdgeMotion™ can either click it to the left side, slide...
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...Esc or Windows key to return it to its original position. Using a mouse You may want to use a USB-compatible mouse. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use one of the simultaneous modes, you can use a mouse instead of the computer's builtin TouchPad. NOTE After logging on to...device must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. 70 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your system, the mouse cursor may move to the upper-...
...Esc or Windows key to return it to its original position. Using a mouse You may want to use a USB-compatible mouse. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use one of the simultaneous modes, you can use a mouse instead of the computer's builtin TouchPad. NOTE After logging on to...device must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. 70 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your system, the mouse cursor may move to the upper-...
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... the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Getting Started Caring for your computer 83 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer...) and all external peripheral cables are located). Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com.
... the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Getting Started Caring for your computer 83 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer...) and all external peripheral cables are located). Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com.
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... two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; and a numeric keypad. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character ... simultaneously in combination with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with one of a full-size keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 87 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys,...
... two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; and a numeric keypad. Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character ... simultaneously in combination with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with one of a full-size keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 87 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys,...
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... called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Function keys The function keys (not to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt Sample Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn... you can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the keyboard. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on...
... called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Function keys The function keys (not to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt Sample Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn... you can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the keyboard. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on...
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... the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on a desktop computer's keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 89 Windows special keys Windows key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: ❖ Windows key-Opens the Start...
... the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on a desktop computer's keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 89 Windows special keys Windows key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: ❖ Windows key-Opens the Start...
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... Fn and F11 simultaneously. To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer... to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on . To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. To...
... Fn and F11 simultaneously. To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer... to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on . To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. To...
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... printers, you connect it. HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you will need to set up a printer" on the keyboard plus these characters and '. Learning the Basics Printing your file correctly. For information on showing or hiding file extensions, see your printer as being created...
... printers, you connect it. HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you will need to set up a printer" on the keyboard plus these characters and '. Learning the Basics Printing your file correctly. For information on showing or hiding file extensions, see your printer as being created...
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... is off . Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. Media Control Buttons The CD/DVD control buttons located to the left of the keyboard let you need to press the manual eject button located inside the computer and damage it . Learning the Basics Using the CD-RW/DVD-ROM...
... is off . Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. Media Control Buttons The CD/DVD control buttons located to the left of the keyboard let you need to press the manual eject button located inside the computer and damage it . Learning the Basics Using the CD-RW/DVD-ROM...
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... power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. When the on/off light ( ), and the power button light (near the upper left corner of the keyboard. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge...
... power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. When the on/off light ( ), and the power button light (near the upper left corner of the keyboard. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge...
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... password secures your password, if any. Select your user name and enter your system with a single keystroke. This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select Secure. 3 Select the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 ...will appear. Use this feature when you leave your desk for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. To use an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. An instant password has no effect on password functions. ...
... password secures your password, if any. Select your user name and enter your system with a single keystroke. This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select Secure. 3 Select the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 ...will appear. Use this feature when you leave your desk for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. To use an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. An instant password has no effect on password functions. ...
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...a file in its associated program. ❖ Display a customized folder of programs and/or files from within any key that perform preassigned operations. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select Secure. 3 Select the Supervisor Password icon. 4 Select Not Registered. 5 Type the correct password....supervisor password To cancel the power-on creating desktop shortcuts, refer to the operating system documentation that came with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Fn-esse also has several keys, known as hot keys, that is not associated with your programs and files. For more...
...a file in its associated program. ❖ Display a customized folder of programs and/or files from within any key that perform preassigned operations. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select Secure. 3 Select the Supervisor Password icon. 4 Select Not Registered. 5 Type the correct password....supervisor password To cancel the power-on creating desktop shortcuts, refer to the operating system documentation that came with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Fn-esse also has several keys, known as hot keys, that is not associated with your programs and files. For more...
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...and Windows® Explorer (or the program supporting drag-and-drop). 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time. Sample Fn-esse window The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with ... ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. 160 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Starting Fn-esse® Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon in the selected color. ❖ ...
...and Windows® Explorer (or the program supporting drag-and-drop). 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time. Sample Fn-esse window The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with ... ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. 160 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Starting Fn-esse® Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon in the selected color. ❖ ...