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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal... display device 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 77 Adjusting the quality of the external display......78 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 Connecting a printer 79 Setting up a printer 80 Turning off the computer 80 Options for turning off the computer 81 Using the...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Recovering the Internal... display device 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 77 Adjusting the quality of the external display......78 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 Connecting a printer 79 Setting up a printer 80 Turning off the computer 80 Options for turning off the computer 81 Using the...
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... your computer 90 Cleaning the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 93 Computing tips 93 Using the keyboard 94 Character keys 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 95 Function keys 95 Special Windows® keys 95 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
... your computer 90 Cleaning the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 93 Computing tips 93 Using the keyboard 94 Character keys 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 95 Function keys 95 Special Windows® keys 95 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
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... Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185 Modem problems... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185 Modem problems... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Application Cards 200 Using the Application Cards 201 Card Case 201 Hot key functions 202 Volume Mute 202 Lock (Instant security 203 Power plan 204 Sleep mode 205 Hibernation mode 206 Output (Display switch 207 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............209 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 210 Zoom (Display resolution 211 Keyboard hot key functions 212 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 213 Glossary 214 Index 228
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Application Cards 200 Using the Application Cards 201 Card Case 201 Hot key functions 202 Volume Mute 202 Lock (Instant security 203 Power plan 204 Sleep mode 205 Hibernation mode 206 Output (Display switch 207 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............209 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 210 Zoom (Display resolution 211 Keyboard hot key functions 212 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 213 Glossary 214 Index 228
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...: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer...
...: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer...
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... display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Getting Started Using the computer for you to turn it on the applications, power management settings, and features used...
... display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Getting Started Using the computer for you to turn it on the applications, power management settings, and features used...
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...you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. 52 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices ...accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 78) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on...
...you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. 52 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices ...accessories.toshiba.com. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 78) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on...
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... 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 page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time...
... 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 page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time...
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A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be connected to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Be sure to save your work to begin the recovery. Be ...
A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be connected to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Be sure to save your work to begin the recovery. Be ...
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... and rewritten. Click Yes 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 computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state, and...
... and rewritten. Click Yes 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 computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state, and...
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If you have created other partitions by either using the utilities stored on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery. You can recover the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on page ... the second method, see "Restoring from recovery media" on the C: drive. When the process is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on them will remain intact and any key on your work to restart the computer. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions...
If you have created other partitions by either using the utilities stored on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery. You can recover the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on page ... the second method, see "Restoring from recovery media" on the C: drive. When the process is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on them will remain intact and any key on your work to restart the computer. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions...
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A confirmation message displays reminding you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Creating recovery media Depending on the C: drive will prompt you may be lost during the recovery process. If your computer's ... changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. outside the United States it is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to recover your system if the recovery files have been deleted from your internal storage drive or if you the ability to obtain...
A confirmation message displays reminding you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Creating recovery media Depending on the C: drive will prompt you may be lost during the recovery process. If your computer's ... changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. outside the United States it is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to recover your system if the recovery files have been deleted from your internal storage drive or if you the ability to obtain...
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.... 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 your recovery DVDs: Insert .... ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive: Press and hold the 0 (zero) key while powering on the keyboard to restore the internal storage drive, use one of the recovery options instead of erasing the drive. To delete all data on page 61.
.... 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 your recovery DVDs: Insert .... ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive: Press and hold the 0 (zero) key while powering on the keyboard to restore the internal storage drive, use one of the recovery options instead of erasing the drive. To delete all data on page 61.
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... deletes all of your work to external media before proceeding. 5 Click Next to restart the computer. This process may take several hours, depending on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. Be sure you that the internal storage drive has been erased. 6 Press any key on the size of...
... deletes all of your work to external media before proceeding. 5 Click Next to restart the computer. This process may take several hours, depending on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. Be sure you that the internal storage drive has been erased. 6 Press any key on the size of...
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Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the lower portion of a finger. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Recovery, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on certain models) allows you ... To move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move it to the left side, slide your hard disk drive, you can check its status...
Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the lower portion of a finger. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Recovery, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on certain models) allows you ... To move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move it to the left side, slide your hard disk drive, you can check its status...
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... additional configuration steps. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may want to adjust the video settings. You can attach ...use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. 78 Getting Started Using an external keyboard ❖ Swap-Switch primary display between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 3 ...
... additional configuration steps. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may want to adjust the video settings. You can attach ...use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. 78 Getting Started Using an external keyboard ❖ Swap-Switch primary display between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 3 ...
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... system documentation or Help and Support for your computer This section gives tips on page 117. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 139.
... system documentation or Help and Support for your computer This section gives tips on page 117. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on page 139.
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...Turning off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. 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 page 87 ...to learn more about Sleep. 94 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new ...
...Turning off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. 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 page 87 ...to learn more about Sleep. 94 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new ...
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...on the computer. 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...information, see your program documentation. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on the program you are not interchangeable. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 95 ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are...
...on the computer. 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...information, see your program documentation. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on the program you are not interchangeable. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 95 ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are...
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... program is unlikely to be a Microsoft® Word file. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with an extension of ".doc" is not on the keyboard, except for your work File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that identifies the file as described in the program with...
... program is unlikely to be a Microsoft® Word file. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with an extension of ".doc" is not on the keyboard, except for your work File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that identifies the file as described in the program with...