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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......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up a printer 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........73 Turning off the computer 73 Options for...
... display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting a printer 71 Setting up a printer 72 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........73 Turning off the computer 73 Options for...
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Contents 29 Moving the computer 84 Using a computer lock 84 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 Special Windows® keys 88 Overlay keys 89 Using the overlay to... media 100 Recording optical media 100 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........101 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102
Contents 29 Moving the computer 84 Using a computer lock 84 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 Special Windows® keys 88 Overlay keys 89 Using the overlay to... media 100 Recording optical media 100 Removing a disc with the computer on...........101 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........101 Caring for optical discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102
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... help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems 182 Modem...
... help you 170 Resolving a hardware conflict 170 A plan of action 170 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........171 Memory problems 172 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 174 Display problems 175 Disk drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 178 Sound system problems 179 ExpressCard® problems 180 Printer problems 182 Modem...
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... in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 193 Toshiba's worldwide offices 194 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 196 Hot Key Cards 196 Using the Hot Key Cards 197 Application Cards 198 Using the... switch 205 Zoom (Display resolution 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 208 Changing screen resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 226
... in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 193 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 193 Toshiba's worldwide offices 194 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 196 Hot Key Cards 196 Using the Hot Key Cards 197 Application Cards 198 Using the... switch 205 Zoom (Display resolution 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 208 Changing screen resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 226
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.... Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCard®. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer or AC adaptor...
.... Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCard®. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer or AC adaptor...
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...Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 71) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard... (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 68) ❖ Connect a local printer (...
...Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 71) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard... (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 71) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 68) ❖ Connect a local printer (...
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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, place one hand on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly ...
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, place one hand on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly ...
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... partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk
... partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk
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Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click ...
Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click ...
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A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Erasing the hard disk The Recovery Wizard allows you to delete all data and ... from your work to external media before proceeding. 4 Click Next to begin deleting the HDD. Be sure you have saved your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you that all data, then overwrites...
A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Erasing the hard disk The Recovery Wizard allows you to delete all data and ... from your work to external media before proceeding. 4 Click Next to begin deleting the HDD. Be sure you have saved your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you that all data, then overwrites...
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...message displays that all partitions on the HDD (for example, a D: drive) those partitions and any key on your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the C: ...remain intact. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click Next to begin the restoration. To recover only your keyboard to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size of the C: drive. To resize and recover your work to increase/decrease the C: drive...
...message displays that all partitions on the HDD (for example, a D: drive) those partitions and any key on your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the C: ...remain intact. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click Next to begin the restoration. To recover only your keyboard to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size of the C: drive. To resize and recover your work to increase/decrease the C: drive...
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... Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on page 60, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your selections. 4 Click Next to begin the .... To recover your hard disk drive using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you make your keyboard to "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12.
... Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on page 60, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your selections. 4 Click Next to begin the .... To recover your hard disk drive using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you make your keyboard to "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12.
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...cursor to move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, square area located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to the bottom of the page, drag your finger toward yourself. 66 Getting Started Using the TouchPad...disk drive, you can check its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the...
...cursor to move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, square area located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to the bottom of the page, drag your finger toward yourself. 66 Getting Started Using the TouchPad...disk drive, you can check its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the...
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...physically connecting the printer to your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may require you can set up a printer" on page 72. You can purchase ...the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer: Getting Started 71 Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in "Setting up the printer as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may want...
...physically connecting the printer to your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may require you can set up a printer" on page 72. You can purchase ...the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer: Getting Started 71 Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in "Setting up the printer as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may want...
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... display panel After you have turned off light glows white or green, depending on page 135. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. Getting Started 83 Customizing your computer's settings Once the computer is...
... display panel After you have turned off light glows white or green, depending on page 135. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. Getting Started 83 Customizing your computer's settings Once the computer is...
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...the Enter key. Learning the Basics 87 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 a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with... has fewer keys. Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. However, some programs assign separate functions to simulate the Enter key on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar ...
...the Enter key. Learning the Basics 87 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 a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with... has fewer keys. Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. However, some programs assign separate functions to simulate the Enter key on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar ...
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... execute programmed functions when pressed. 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 the... 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. 88 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn...
... execute programmed functions when pressed. 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 the... 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. 88 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn...
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... control overlay on . To turn the numeric overlay on their left front are the numeric overlay keys. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. Using the overlay for cursor control ...F10 again. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on the front...
... control overlay on . To turn the numeric overlay on their left front are the numeric overlay keys. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. Using the overlay for cursor control ...F10 again. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on the front...
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... your Windows®-based application, click File, and then Save. 2 Click Browse folders. Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can contain up to no more than eight characters. Learning the Basics 93 Saving...
... your Windows®-based application, click File, and then Save. 2 Click Browse folders. Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can contain up to no more than eight characters. Learning the Basics 93 Saving...
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Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard let you to the preceding track on and play audio CDs or DVD movies. Pencil lead can play audio CDs or DVD movies. The Media ...
Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard let you to the preceding track on and play audio CDs or DVD movies. Pencil lead can play audio CDs or DVD movies. The Media ...