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... computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal... or projector ....85 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 85 Adjusting the quality of the external display......86 Using an external keyboard 86 Using a mouse 86
... computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal... or projector ....85 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 85 Adjusting the quality of the external display......86 Using an external keyboard 86 Using a mouse 86
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... the computer 99 Moving the computer 100 Using a computer lock 100 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 101 Computing tips 101 Using the keyboard 102 Character keys 103 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 103 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 104 Function keys 104 Special Windows® keys 104 Overlay keys 105 Starting a program...
... the computer 99 Moving the computer 100 Using a computer lock 100 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 101 Computing tips 101 Using the keyboard 102 Character keys 103 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 103 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 104 Function keys 104 Special Windows® keys 104 Overlay keys 105 Starting a program...
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... operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175 Printer problems... habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 186
... operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175 Printer problems... habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 186
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 188 Hot Key Cards 188 Using the Hot Key Cards 189 Hot key functions 189 Volume Mute 190 Lock (Instant security 191 Power plan 192 Sleep mode 193 Hibernation mode 194 Output (Display switch 195 Display brightness 196 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............197 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 198 Zoom (Display resolution 199 Keyboard hot key functions 200 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 201 Glossary 202 Index 217
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 188 Hot Key Cards 188 Using the Hot Key Cards 189 Hot key functions 189 Volume Mute 190 Lock (Instant security 191 Power plan 192 Sleep mode 193 Hibernation mode 194 Output (Display switch 195 Display brightness 196 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............197 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 198 Zoom (Display resolution 199 Keyboard hot key functions 200 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 201 Glossary 202 Index 217
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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, and memory. Getting Started 45 Setting up your software" on page 46.
.... 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, and memory. Getting Started 45 Setting up your software" on page 46.
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... panel. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you 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 usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on your computer. This...
... panel. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you 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 usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on your computer. This...
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... adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 86) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 86) ❖...
... adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 86) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 86) ❖...
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...of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on DVDs, insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive. ❖ If your keyboard. Getting Started 77 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive With recovery media, you can: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method) ... ❖ Recover to a custom size partition For more information, see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on page 62. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on your recovery files are not restored during this process. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the...
...of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on DVDs, insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive. ❖ If your keyboard. Getting Started 77 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive With recovery media, you can: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method) ... ❖ Recover to a custom size partition For more information, see "Recovering the Internal Storage Drive" on page 62. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on your recovery files are not restored during this process. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the...
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... following features, click on the screen when you slide your finger across the touch pad or move a mouse connected to your computer. Some of Toshiba Assist. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. Using the touch pad Getting Started 81 Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the... keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or activate ...
... following features, click on the screen when you slide your finger across the touch pad or move a mouse connected to your computer. Some of Toshiba Assist. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. Using the touch pad Getting Started 81 Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the... keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or activate ...
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... and external monitor (simultaneously) ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in touch pad. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in display and external monitor (extended mode) ❖ Swap-Switch primary display between internal display... desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 5 Release the Fn key. Using an external keyboard If you may want to use a USB-compatible mouse. 86 Getting Started Using an external keyboard The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use an external...
... and external monitor (simultaneously) ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in touch pad. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in display and external monitor (extended mode) ❖ Swap-Switch primary display between internal display... desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 5 Release the Fn key. Using an external keyboard If you may want to use a USB-compatible mouse. 86 Getting Started Using an external keyboard The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use an external...
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... for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
... for your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
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... Take frequent breaks to a disk may be lost. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for C600/C640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, ...and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it is active. 102 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all ...
... Take frequent breaks to a disk may be lost. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for C600/C640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, ...and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it is active. 102 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all ...
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... of just passing over an area of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. and a numeric keypad. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 NOTE C650/C670 series keyboards To capture a print screen of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and...
... of just passing over an area of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. and a numeric keypad. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 NOTE C650/C670 series keyboards To capture a print screen of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and...
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...key simultaneously 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. For example, Fn + F9 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. Special Windows...; keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one Enter key. 104 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard includes only one button that have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-...
...key simultaneously 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. For example, Fn + F9 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. Special Windows...; keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one Enter key. 104 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard includes only one button that have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-...
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... numeric overlay on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. The numeric overlay light goes out. Overlay keys Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 105 NOTE This section applies to the C600/C640 series. To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again.... F11 simultaneously. 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 NOTE This section applies to the C600/C640 series. The...
... numeric overlay on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. The numeric overlay light goes out. Overlay keys Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 105 NOTE This section applies to the C600/C640 series. To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again.... F11 simultaneously. 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 NOTE This section applies to the C600/C640 series. The...
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Learning the Basics Saving your work 109 Saving files 1 Click on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. If you want your ...
Learning the Basics Saving your work 109 Saving files 1 Click on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. If you want your ...
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... to adjust settings for the built-in Sleep mode, press Fn + F5. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 159 ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ Panel open/Power...
... to adjust settings for the built-in Sleep mode, press Fn + F5. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 159 ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ Panel open/Power...
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... key. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not remapping the keyboard. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light is registered, press any of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key.... screen. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. You may have registered a password, press any key to update your keyboard driver. If no password is on . Keyboard problems If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 171 NOTE C650/C670 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the keys.
... key. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not remapping the keyboard. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light is registered, press any of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key.... screen. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. You may have registered a password, press any key to update your keyboard driver. If no password is on . Keyboard problems If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 171 NOTE C650/C670 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the keys.
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Fn + This hot key decreases the speaker volume. NOTE This key applies to zoom in. Fn + This hot key increases the speaker volume. 200 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off . Fn + This hot key allows you to zoom out. Fn + This hot key allows you to the C650/C670 series. Fn + This hot key takes a snapshot of your display screen.
Fn + This hot key decreases the speaker volume. NOTE This key applies to zoom in. Fn + This hot key increases the speaker volume. 200 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off . Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off . Fn + This hot key allows you to zoom out. Fn + This hot key allows you to the C650/C670 series. Fn + This hot key takes a snapshot of your display screen.
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...See also CD. chip-A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for reading data. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. Compare DVD-ROM. Central Processing Unit (CPU)-The chip that can be displayed on the screen ...the computer. compatibility-The extent to a peripheral device and vice versa. Some characters are non-printing characters, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to the pointing device's left button, unless otherwise stated. controller-A device that is...
...See also CD. chip-A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for reading data. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. Compare DVD-ROM. Central Processing Unit (CPU)-The chip that can be displayed on the screen ...the computer. compatibility-The extent to a peripheral device and vice versa. Some characters are non-printing characters, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to the pointing device's left button, unless otherwise stated. controller-A device that is...