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You should be able to type without slouching. ❖ If you use an external monitor, the top of the screen should be no higher than a conventional chair. Whichever type you use the following when placing your computer. ❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at ... chair more comfortable than eye level. ❖ If you choose, use a paper holder, set it at the screen without twisting your torso or neck and look at the same height and distance as the screen. Below eye level Footrest Approximately 90° angles Correct posture and positioning of your chair for maximum...
You should be able to type without slouching. ❖ If you use an external monitor, the top of the screen should be no higher than a conventional chair. Whichever type you use the following when placing your computer. ❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at ... chair more comfortable than eye level. ❖ If you choose, use a paper holder, set it at the screen without twisting your torso or neck and look at the same height and distance as the screen. Below eye level Footrest Approximately 90° angles Correct posture and positioning of your chair for maximum...
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... the display and reduce eyestrain. ❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Lighting Proper lighting can improve the readability of a TV device. Do not slump forward or lean back too far. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to...
... the display and reduce eyestrain. ❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Lighting Proper lighting can improve the readability of a TV device. Do not slump forward or lean back too far. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to...
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Intersperse such activities with other tasks. ❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods. Other precautions Your computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and withstand the rigors of personal injury or damage to the ...
Intersperse such activities with other tasks. ❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods. Other precautions Your computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and withstand the rigors of personal injury or damage to the ...
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... you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up steps up to "Setting up your software. 1 From the welcome screen, click Next to a power source" on page 46 before you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC...for a moment while checking for an Internet connection, and you must attach the AC adapter. A window displays the message: "How will see the screen "Checking your Internet connectivity." These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery, you will this computer connect to your computer. The...
... you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up steps up to "Setting up your software. 1 From the welcome screen, click Next to a power source" on page 46 before you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC...for a moment while checking for an Internet connection, and you must attach the AC adapter. A window displays the message: "How will see the screen "Checking your Internet connectivity." These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery, you will this computer connect to your computer. The...
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Screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on the computer: 1 Make sure ...are empty. Turning on the power To turn on your computer: Sample system icons This information applies to increase the brightness of the screen. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to ensure that all drives are properly connected and ready. 2 Check...all of the icons or switches shown on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will dim when the computer is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology.
Screen will deteriorate. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on the computer: 1 Make sure ...are empty. Turning on the power To turn on your computer: Sample system icons This information applies to increase the brightness of the screen. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to ensure that all drives are properly connected and ready. 2 Check...all of the icons or switches shown on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will dim when the computer is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology.
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... of the page, slide your finger across the TouchPad in rapid succession. NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad from right to left. It usually corresponds to the item, then...
... of the page, slide your finger across the TouchPad in rapid succession. NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad from right to left. It usually corresponds to the item, then...
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...-compatible mouse. TECHNICAL NOTE: With a USB mouse, you can attach one to your system, the mouse cursor may want to use a mouse instead of the screen. If this occurs, push the Esc or Windows key to return it to its original position. Using a mouse You may move to the upper-right...
...-compatible mouse. TECHNICAL NOTE: With a USB mouse, you can attach one to your system, the mouse cursor may want to use a mouse instead of the screen. If this occurs, push the Esc or Windows key to return it to its original position. Using a mouse You may move to the upper-right...
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... Fn + F5, or by setting the Display Properties settings. Getting Started Using external display devices 71 "Directing the display output when you may need a larger screen. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are connecting to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on page 71.
... Fn + F5, or by setting the Display Properties settings. Getting Started Using external display devices 71 "Directing the display output when you may need a larger screen. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are connecting to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on page 71.
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... in data storage and support features that already exists on any other region. That is, the drive will only play in ." These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. On the fourth change regions four times. Note that last region. Look...
... in data storage and support features that already exists on any other region. That is, the drive will only play in ." These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. On the fourth change regions four times. Note that last region. Look...
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.... ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. 96 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Sample Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ To play the CD or to an audio CD, turn...
.... ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. 96 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Sample Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ To play the CD or to an audio CD, turn...
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... by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the hibernation options selected. 104 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to ...that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to the screen you were using. The computer is configured, place the computer into Hibernation mode by opening the display panel.
... by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the hibernation options selected. 104 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to ...that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to the screen you were using. The computer is configured, place the computer into Hibernation mode by opening the display panel.
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...mode by closing the display panel, you were previously using. For more information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to put the computer... I press the power button Set this option to Standby to date with future upgrades. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to green. Starting again from Standby mode To restart ... when you can start it again by opening the display panel. 107 Learning the Basics Toshiba's online resources ❖ When I close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. ...
...mode by closing the display panel, you were previously using. For more information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to put the computer... I press the power button Set this option to Standby to date with future upgrades. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to green. Starting again from Standby mode To restart ... when you can start it again by opening the display panel. 107 Learning the Basics Toshiba's online resources ❖ When I close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. ...
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... of time, and depending on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen. users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. This is operated on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD... Screen will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for many hours without an AC power source,...
... of time, and depending on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen. users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. This is operated on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD... Screen will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for many hours without an AC power source,...
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... XP Home or XP Professional operating system. HINT: The illustrated examples in the functionality of your Satellite® Series notebook computer. Chapter 4 Exploring Your Options In this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can...
... XP Home or XP Professional operating system. HINT: The illustrated examples in the functionality of your Satellite® Series notebook computer. Chapter 4 Exploring Your Options In this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can...
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... you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with others on their computer screens. ❖ Internet news groups A news group is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site...
... you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with others on their computer screens. ❖ Internet news groups A news group is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site...
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... format for storing sound. Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer. 2 Click Start, point to the microphone jack. Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward 3 Click the Record button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. 5 When you will only be able to play them...
... format for storing sound. Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer. 2 Click Start, point to the microphone jack. Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward 3 Click the Record button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. 5 When you will only be able to play them...
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...on password functions. To unlock your password, if any key or the TouchPad and the Windows Logon screen appears. This is set before the user password, or the user password must be deleted and then... useful if more than one person uses the computer. This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. Select your user name and enter your system, press any . When setting up the various passwords, keep... and do not want to turn off the computer. 161 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords Hardware Setup. TECHNICAL NOTE: When you leave your system with a single keystroke.
...on password functions. To unlock your password, if any key or the TouchPad and the Windows Logon screen appears. This is set before the user password, or the user password must be deleted and then... useful if more than one person uses the computer. This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. Select your user name and enter your system, press any . When setting up the various passwords, keep... and do not want to turn off the computer. 161 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords Hardware Setup. TECHNICAL NOTE: When you leave your system with a single keystroke.
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165 Toshiba Utilities Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you zoom in and zoom out of applications as well as the icons for Microsoft® Internet Explorer, Microsoft® Office, Windows Media Player, and Adobe® Reader. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen To access the utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility.
165 Toshiba Utilities Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you zoom in and zoom out of applications as well as the icons for Microsoft® Internet Explorer, Microsoft® Office, Windows Media Player, and Adobe® Reader. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen To access the utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility.
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... the battery has discharged. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right.
... the battery has discharged. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right.
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...2 Click the Hardware link in the topic of category links appear. 3 Click Fixing a hardware problem. 4 Choose from specific topics and follow the on-screen instructions. If the system or one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the window's left pane. Resolving a...window appears. 2 Then do one of all devices, programs, and features. A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on -screen instructions. ❖ Click a problem you need help with which you would like help and follow the on the interaction of its attached devices is...
...2 Click the Hardware link in the topic of category links appear. 3 Click Fixing a hardware problem. 4 Choose from specific topics and follow the on-screen instructions. If the system or one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the window's left pane. Resolving a...window appears. 2 Then do one of all devices, programs, and features. A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on -screen instructions. ❖ Click a problem you need help with which you would like help and follow the on the interaction of its attached devices is...