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Contents 31 Using an external keyboard 82 Using a mouse 82 Connecting a printer 82 Setting up a printer 83 Turning off the computer 84 Options for turning off the computer 84 Using the ... the computer 94 Moving the computer 95 Using a computer lock 95 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 96 Computing tips 96 Using the keyboard 97 Character keys 98 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 98 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 99 Function keys 99 Special Windows® keys 99 Overlay keys 100 Starting a program...
Contents 31 Using an external keyboard 82 Using a mouse 82 Connecting a printer 82 Setting up a printer 83 Turning off the computer 84 Options for turning off the computer 84 Using the ... the computer 94 Moving the computer 95 Using a computer lock 95 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 96 Computing tips 96 Using the keyboard 97 Character keys 98 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 98 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 99 Function keys 99 Special Windows® keys 99 Overlay keys 100 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 177 Printer problems... habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
... 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 177 Printer problems... habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
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Contents 35 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 190 Hot Key Cards 190 Using the Hot Key Cards 191 Application Cards 192 Using the Application Cards 193 Card Case 193 Hot key functions 194 Volume Mute 194 Lock (Instant security 195 Power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 Hibernation mode 198 Output (Display switch 199 Display brightness 200 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............201 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 202 Zoom (Display resolution 203 Keyboard hot key functions 204 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 205 Glossary 206 Index 221
Contents 35 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 190 Hot Key Cards 190 Using the Hot Key Cards 191 Application Cards 192 Using the Application Cards 193 Card Case 193 Hot key functions 194 Volume Mute 194 Lock (Instant security 195 Power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 Hibernation mode 198 Output (Display switch 199 Display brightness 200 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............201 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 202 Zoom (Display resolution 203 Keyboard hot key functions 204 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 205 Glossary 206 Index 221
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... Getting Started 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, and memory. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is in serious injury. NOTE The cooling...
... Getting Started 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, and memory. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is in serious injury. NOTE The cooling...
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... characteristic of the screen while on the display panel and be able 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 palm rest to increase the brightness of the screen technology. This is manufactured using...
... characteristic of the screen while on the display panel and be able 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 palm rest to increase the brightness of the screen technology. This is manufactured using...
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... Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external...
... Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external...
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... is executed all information stored in those partitions. NOTE During the recovery process it is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time...
... is executed all information stored in those partitions. NOTE During the recovery process it is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time...
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... Software screen 7 Click Next. Be sure to save your work to begin the recovery. When the process is strongly recommended that all partitions on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all data will be connected...
... Software screen 7 Click Next. Be sure to save your work to begin the recovery. When the process is strongly recommended that all partitions on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all data will be connected...
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... rewritten. 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 system offers a choice of -box state, and allows you have created such media. You can resize and recover the C: drive using...
... rewritten. 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 system offers a choice of -box state, and allows you have created such media. You can resize and recover the C: drive using...
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When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that your keyboard while powering on page 106). 9 Click Next to an external power source via the AC adaptor. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it ... can recover the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all data will be affected. If you that all information stored on the keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work to step 4.
When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that your keyboard while powering on page 106). 9 Click Next to an external power source via the AC adaptor. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it ... can recover the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all data will be affected. If you that all information stored on the keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work to step 4.
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... the computer. 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. If the recovery files on the keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process. Select Recover without changing the...
... the computer. 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. If the recovery files on the keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process. Select Recover without changing the...
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..., and then press Enter. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that the drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 7 Select...
..., and then press Enter. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that the drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to complete the recovery process. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 7 Select...
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... list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work to external media (see "Creating recovery DVDs...
... list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work to external media (see "Creating recovery DVDs...
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...Click Next. 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process. Getting Started 75 Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the screen ❖ Scroll through a document or information ...❖ Zoom in certain applications. Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ ...
...Click Next. 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process. Getting Started 75 Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the screen ❖ Scroll through a document or information ...❖ Zoom in certain applications. Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ ...
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... you need to use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to adjust the video settings. Read the documentation that came with your computer. To determine if the printer is then ready for... Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. Using a mouse You may automatically recognize the printer; 82 Getting Started Using an external keyboard 3 Release the Fn key. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer may want to use an external...
... you need to use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to adjust the video settings. Read the documentation that came with your computer. To determine if the printer is then ready for... Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. Using a mouse You may automatically recognize the printer; 82 Getting Started Using an external keyboard 3 Release the Fn key. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer may want to use an external...
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... the computer. Closing the display panel After you can choose. Caring for details. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. If you place the computer in which you have turned off the computer, close the display panel to suit your battery...
... the computer. Closing the display panel After you can choose. Caring for details. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. If you place the computer in which you have turned off the computer, close the display panel to suit your battery...
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...records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new... files for L650 Series Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light ...
...records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new... files for L650 Series Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light ...
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...active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the full-sized keyboard. Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the specially marked keys allows you can simulate the separate key, as follows: Press Fn and Enter simultaneously ...to emulate a full-size keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is compatible with the character keys is very much like typing on the numeric pad of the page. ❖ The...
...active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the full-sized keyboard. Your computer's keyboard includes only one of the specially marked keys allows you can simulate the separate key, as follows: Press Fn and Enter simultaneously ...to emulate a full-size keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is compatible with the character keys is very much like typing on the numeric pad of the page. ❖ The...
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... mouse button For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 194. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Learning the Basics 99 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are called ... information, see your program documentation. Special Windows® keys Windows® key 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) are the...
... mouse button For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 194. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Learning the Basics 99 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are called ... information, see your program documentation. Special Windows® keys Windows® key 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) are the...
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...the system indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric overlay light 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 L640 series. 100 ...Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you...
...the system indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric overlay light 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 L640 series. 100 ...Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you...