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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 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Recovering the Internal... display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse 79 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 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 Recovering the Internal... display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse 79 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 92 Computing tips 92 Using the keyboard 93 Character keys 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 94 Function keys 94 Special Windows® keys 95 Starting a program 95 Starting a program from the... media 105 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........106 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 107 Toshiba's online resources 107
... your computer 90 Cleaning the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 92 Computing tips 92 Using the keyboard 93 Character keys 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 94 Function keys 94 Special Windows® keys 95 Starting a program 95 Starting a program from the... media 105 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........106 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 107 Toshiba's online resources 107
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Contents 35 TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 TOSHIBA eco Utility 159 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 ConfigFree 161 Getting Started 161 ConfigFree® Utilities 162 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 165 Problems that are easy ... operating system can help you 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 175 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Error-checking 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 ExpressCard® problems...
Contents 35 TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 TOSHIBA eco Utility 159 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 ConfigFree 161 Getting Started 161 ConfigFree® Utilities 162 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 165 Problems that are easy ... operating system can help you 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 175 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Error-checking 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 ExpressCard® problems...
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... in the Windows® operating system 187 If you need further assistance 191 Before you contact Toshiba 191 Contacting Toshiba 192 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 192 Toshiba's worldwide offices 193 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 195 Hot Key Cards 195 Using the Hot Key Cards 196 Application Cards 197 Using the... (Display switch 204 Display brightness 205 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............206 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 207 Zoom (Display resolution 208 Keyboard hot key functions 209 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 210 Glossary 211 Index 225
... in the Windows® operating system 187 If you need further assistance 191 Before you contact Toshiba 191 Contacting Toshiba 192 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 192 Toshiba's worldwide offices 193 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 195 Hot Key Cards 195 Using the Hot Key Cards 196 Application Cards 197 Using the... (Display switch 204 Display brightness 205 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............206 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 207 Zoom (Display resolution 208 Keyboard hot key functions 209 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 210 Glossary 211 Index 225
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... your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is...
... your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is...
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... push 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, place one hand on the display panel and be careful to slowly open or close the display panel. Opening...
... push 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, place one hand on the display panel and be careful to slowly open or close the display panel. Opening...
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...(see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 79) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 79) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 76) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "...page 136) NOTE To register online, you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. After starting your computer for the first time, do not turn on the ...
...(see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 79) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 79) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 76) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "...page 136) NOTE To register online, you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. After starting your computer for the first time, do not turn on the ...
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...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 computer. 3 If your work to an external power source via the AC adaptor. See "Erasing the Internal Storage Drive" on your...that your computer be connected to external media before using the second method, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on page 68. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using the first method, follow the procedure below. For more information. Getting Started 61 ...
...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 computer. 3 If your work to an external power source via the AC adaptor. See "Erasing the Internal Storage Drive" on your...that your computer be connected to external media before using the second method, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on page 68. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using the first method, follow the procedure below. For more information. Getting Started 61 ...
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Select Recover to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. A confirmation ...
Select Recover to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. A confirmation ...
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... below. 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 computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. To recover using recovery...
... below. 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 computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. To recover using recovery...
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... the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will remain intact and any key on the keyboard to save your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. If you ... 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 them will be affected. Be sure to save your computer be connected to begin the recovery. When the process is strongly recommended...
... the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will remain intact and any key on the keyboard to save your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. If you ... 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 them will be affected. Be sure to save your computer be connected to begin the recovery. When the process is strongly recommended...
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...changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. When the process is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your work to external media before proceeding. 8 Click Next to save your system. NOTE The ... drive recovery files to DVDs/media, which gives you the ability to restart the computer. Creating recovery DVDs/media Depending on the keyboard to recover your system if the recovery files have been deleted from your internal storage drive or if you have replaced your system ...
...changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. When the process is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your work to external media before proceeding. 8 Click Next to save your system. NOTE The ... drive recovery files to DVDs/media, which gives you the ability to restart the computer. Creating recovery DVDs/media Depending on the keyboard to recover your system if the recovery files have been deleted from your internal storage drive or if you have replaced your system ...
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... into the optical drive and power on the computer. Read the Warning screen that the drive has been recovered. 10 Press any key on the keyboard to create recovery DVDs/media and back up your internal storage drive: Press and hold the 0 (zero) key while powering on the computer. Using ...one of the following options on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ 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/media. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your data to continue. ❖...
... into the optical drive and power on the computer. Read the Warning screen that the drive has been recovered. 10 Press any key on the keyboard to create recovery DVDs/media and back up your internal storage drive: Press and hold the 0 (zero) key while powering on the computer. Using ...one of the following options on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ 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/media. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your data to continue. ❖...
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... displays, indicating that all data and then overwrites the entire internal storage drive for security purposes. This process may take several hours, depending on the keyboard to display its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the lower portion...
... displays, indicating that all data and then overwrites the entire internal storage drive for security purposes. This process may take several hours, depending on the keyboard to display its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the lower portion...
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...Primary control button Secondary control button (Sample Illustration) The TouchPad and associated control buttons To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to : ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on... process. Using the TouchPad™ You can use the TouchPad™ (the small, touch-sensitive area in front of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer.
...Primary control button Secondary control button (Sample Illustration) The TouchPad and associated control buttons To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to : ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on... process. Using the TouchPad™ You can use the TouchPad™ (the small, touch-sensitive area in front of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer.
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...from a computer or electronics store. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you can connect a USB-compatible printer to use an external keyboard, you can attach one from your television (or other video display device), you... may come with your computer. Getting Started 79 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...
...from a computer or electronics store. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you can connect a USB-compatible printer to use an external keyboard, you can attach one from your television (or other video display device), you... may come with your computer. Getting Started 79 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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... light glows green. See "Utilities" on page 116. Closing the display panel After you were using. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. 90 Getting Started Customizing your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. The computer...
... light glows green. See "Utilities" on page 116. Closing the display panel After you were using. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. 90 Getting Started Customizing your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. The computer...
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... system shut down normally, details such as your files to external media on a regular basis. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard For more information, see "Data and system configuration backup in a safe place. NOTE The Windows® operating... from or writing to put off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Learning the Basics 93 Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it takes time.
... system shut down normally, details such as your files to external media on a regular basis. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard For more information, see "Data and system configuration backup in a safe place. NOTE The Windows® operating... from or writing to put off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Learning the Basics 93 Using the keyboard ❖ Back up because it takes time.
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..." 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. 94 Learning the Basics Using the... keyboard Character keys Typing with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l ...
..." 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. 94 Learning the Basics Using the... keyboard Character keys Typing with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l ...
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... step 2. Learning the Basics 95 Starting a program Special Windows® keys Windows¬Æ butto Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have four options.
... step 2. Learning the Basics 95 Starting a program Special Windows® keys Windows¬Æ butto Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have four options.