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Contents 31 Turning on the power 51 Setting up your software 52 Registering your computer with Toshiba 52 Adding optional external devices 53 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 61 Recovering the Internal ... display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse 80 Connecting a printer 80 Setting up a printer 81 Turning off the computer 82 Options for turning off the computer 82
Contents 31 Turning on the power 51 Setting up your software 52 Registering your computer with Toshiba 52 Adding optional external devices 53 Adding memory (optional 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 61 Recovering the Internal ... display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse 80 Connecting a printer 80 Setting up a printer 81 Turning off the computer 82 Options for turning off the computer 82
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... your computer 92 Cleaning the computer 92 Moving the computer 93 Using a computer lock 93 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 95 Computing tips 95 Using the keyboard 97 Character keys 97 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 97 Function keys 97 Special Windows® keys 98 Starting a program 98 Starting a program from the...
... your computer 92 Cleaning the computer 92 Moving the computer 93 Using a computer lock 93 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 95 Computing tips 95 Using the keyboard 97 Character keys 97 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 97 Function keys 97 Special Windows® keys 98 Starting a program 98 Starting a program from the...
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...189 Resolving a hardware conflict 189 A plan of action 189 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........190 Memory problems 191 Power and the batteries 192 Keyboard problems 193 Display problems 194 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........196 Optical drive problems (tray-type drive only) .197 Sound system problems 198 ExpressCard... 205 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 206 If you need further assistance 211 Before you contact Toshiba 211 Contacting Toshiba 211 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 212 Toshiba's worldwide offices 212
...189 Resolving a hardware conflict 189 A plan of action 189 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........190 Memory problems 191 Power and the batteries 192 Keyboard problems 193 Display problems 194 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........196 Optical drive problems (tray-type drive only) .197 Sound system problems 198 ExpressCard... 205 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 206 If you need further assistance 211 Before you contact Toshiba 211 Contacting Toshiba 211 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 212 Toshiba's worldwide offices 212
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Contents 37 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 214 Hot Key Cards 214 Using the Hot Key Cards 215 Application Cards 216 Using the Application Cards 217 Card Case 218 Hot key functions 218 Volume Mute 219 Lock (Instant security 220 Power plan 221 Sleep mode 222 Hibernation mode 223 Output (Display switch 224 Display brightness 225 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............226 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 227 Zoom (Display resolution 228 Keyboard hot key functions 229 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 230 Glossary 231 Index 245
Contents 37 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 214 Hot Key Cards 214 Using the Hot Key Cards 215 Application Cards 216 Using the Application Cards 217 Card Case 218 Hot key functions 218 Volume Mute 219 Lock (Instant security 220 Power plan 221 Sleep mode 222 Hibernation mode 223 Output (Display switch 224 Display brightness 225 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............226 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 227 Zoom (Display resolution 228 Keyboard hot key functions 229 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 230 Glossary 231 Index 245
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... and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. 46 Getting Started Setting up your software" on...
... and including "Setting up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. 46 Getting Started Setting up your software" on...
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... hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for you to turn it on and begin using it moves easily and...
... hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for you to turn it on and begin using it moves easily and...
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... external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Your computer comes with ... memory (optional)" on page 53) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 80) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 80) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 77) ❖ Connect a local printer ...
... external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Your computer comes with ... memory (optional)" on page 53) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 80) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 80) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 77) ❖ Connect a local printer ...
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...below. To recover using your system for more information on creating recovery media, see "Restoring from recovery media" on page 70. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned... off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the drive. To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery media" on page 71. If not, skip to its out-of...
...below. To recover using your system for more information on creating recovery media, see "Restoring from recovery media" on page 70. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned... off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the drive. To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery media" on page 71. If not, skip to its out-of...
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... Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the drive and all partitions on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor.
... Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the drive and all partitions on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor.
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... C: partition. If not, skip to step 4. 4 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on your C: drive to its out-of Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. You...
... C: partition. If not, skip to step 4. 4 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on your C: drive to its out-of Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. You...
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... stored on them will remain intact and any key on your computer's internal storage drive or by either using the utilities stored on the keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those..., select one at this time. To recover using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery media" on the computer. 3 If your keyboard while powering on page 71. If not, skip to begin the recovery. Be sure to save your computer be affected. 68 Getting Started ...
... stored on them will remain intact and any key on your computer's internal storage drive or by either using the utilities stored on the keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those..., select one at this time. To recover using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery media" on the computer. 3 If your keyboard while powering on page 71. If not, skip to begin the recovery. Be sure to save your computer be affected. 68 Getting Started ...
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... on your system configuration, you to insert several blank DVDs to copy the internal storage drive recovery files. Creating recovery media Depending on the keyboard to recover your system if the recovery files have been deleted from your internal storage drive or if you the ability to restart the computer.... outside the United States it is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to begin the recovery. If your optical disc drive is (949) 859-4273. Be sure to save your work to external media ...
... on your system configuration, you to insert several blank DVDs to copy the internal storage drive recovery files. Creating recovery media Depending on the keyboard to recover your system if the recovery files have been deleted from your internal storage drive or if you the ability to restart the computer.... outside the United States it is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to begin the recovery. If your optical disc drive is (949) 859-4273. Be sure to save your work to external media ...
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...❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your recovery DVDs: Insert the first recovery DVD into the optical drive and power on the keyboard to restore the internal storage drive, use one of the recovery options instead of erasing the drive. Read the Warning screen that the ... Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the internal storage drive will delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on the computer. Getting Started...
...❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your recovery DVDs: Insert the first recovery DVD into the optical drive and power on the keyboard to restore the internal storage drive, use one of the recovery options instead of erasing the drive. Read the Warning screen that the ... Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the internal storage drive will delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on the computer. Getting Started...
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Be sure you that the internal storage drive has been erased. 6 Press any key on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data and then overwrites the entire internal storage ...
Be sure you that the internal storage drive has been erased. 6 Press any key on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data and then overwrites the entire internal storage ...
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... left to right. ❖ To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to left. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in...click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of a finger.
... left to right. ❖ To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to left. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in...click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of a finger.
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... best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Refer to adjust the video settings. The computer's USB ports support most USBcompatible keyboards. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its ...may come with your printer. the printer is USBcompatible, check its documentation. 80 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may automatically recognize the printer...
... best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Refer to adjust the video settings. The computer's USB ports support most USBcompatible keyboards. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its ...may come with your printer. the printer is USBcompatible, check its documentation. 80 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may automatically recognize the printer...
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... customize your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. See "Utilities" on page 147. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on cleaning and moving...
... customize your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. See "Utilities" on page 147. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on cleaning and moving...
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...function keys (not to be confused with the Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 97 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the... on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed.
...function keys (not to be confused with the Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 97 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on the... on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed.
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..., Windows® Explorer and the Start Search field. Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that contains the information you have special functions in the Start menu The next three sections explain how to...
..., Windows® Explorer and the Start Search field. Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that contains the information you have special functions in the Start menu The next three sections explain how to...
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... file as described in the program with a particular format. Creating your own extension is usually unwise, since the program is set up a printer" on the keyboard, except for your file correctly. Any file name with an extension of the file you are changing printers, you use all the letters, numbers, and...
... file as described in the program with a particular format. Creating your own extension is usually unwise, since the program is set up a printer" on the keyboard, except for your file correctly. Any file name with an extension of the file you are changing printers, you use all the letters, numbers, and...