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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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... and including "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. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located...
... and including "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. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located...
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... that may not 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, place one hand on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display...
... that may not 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, place one hand on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display...
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..."Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer .... 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. See "Setting up your product. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before...
..."Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer .... 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. See "Setting up your product. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before...
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NOTE During the recovery process it is strongly recommended that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-...
NOTE During the recovery process it is strongly recommended that when the recovery is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities stored on your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-...
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... indicating that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on page 106. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your work " on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. When the process is strongly recommended that all information stored in those partitions. Getting Started 63...
... indicating that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on page 106. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your work " on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. When the process is strongly recommended that all information stored in those partitions. Getting Started 63...
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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 the computer. 3 If your C: drive to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen
... 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 the computer. 3 If your C: drive to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen
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... recovery process. If not, skip to external media before proceeding (see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to restart the computer. To recover using the second method, see "Backing up your keyboard while powering on the C: drive. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next. To recover using...
... recovery process. If not, skip to external media before proceeding (see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to restart the computer. To recover using the second method, see "Backing up your keyboard while powering on the C: drive. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next. To recover using...
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... drive become corrupted or are deleted, you that all data on page 106). 8 Click Next to restart the computer. If the recovery files on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. 68 Getting Started Recovering...
... drive become corrupted or are deleted, you that all data on page 106). 8 Click Next to restart the computer. If the recovery files on the keyboard to begin the recovery. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. 68 Getting Started Recovering...
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...recovery files are using, and then press Enter. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that the drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to your computer. 3 Turn on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to restart the computer. When the initial screen displays, press ... to a custom size partition-If you are on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. 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 one of -box...
...recovery files are using, and then press Enter. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that the drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to your computer. 3 Turn on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to restart the computer. When the initial screen displays, press ... to a custom size partition-If you are on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. 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 one of -box...
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... the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work" on page 106) and created recovery DVDs/media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" 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...
... the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work" on page 106) and created recovery DVDs/media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" 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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...supported in for a close-up view ❖ Zoom out to complete the installation process. 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 ❖... 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 reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer...
...supported in for a close-up view ❖ Zoom out to complete the installation process. 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 ❖... 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 reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer...
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... the printer software before physically connecting the printer to adjust the video settings. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your printer. If you can purchase one to use . See the video device... further instructions. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to your computer. You can connect a USB-compatible printer to use a USB-compatible mouse. Adjusting the quality of...
... the printer software before physically connecting the printer to adjust the video settings. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your printer. If you can purchase one to use . See the video device... further instructions. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to your computer. You can connect a USB-compatible printer to use a USB-compatible mouse. Adjusting the quality of...
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... Starting again from Sleep mode, press the power button until the ON/OFF light glows white. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
... Starting again from Sleep mode, press the power button until the ON/OFF light glows white. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
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... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the ...® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer...
... character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the ...® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer...
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...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. However, some programs assign separate functions to the L640 series. Most of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. To capture... bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. Using the Fn key, you to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is compatible with the character keys is very much like typing on the L650 ...
...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. However, some programs assign separate functions to the L640 series. Most of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. To capture... bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. Using the Fn key, you to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is compatible with the character keys is very much like typing on the L650 ...
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... "Hot key functions" on the computer. 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... 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Opens the Start menu ❖...
... "Hot key functions" on the computer. 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... 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. Used in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Opens the Start menu ❖...
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The numeric overlay light on the system indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is 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. This overlay lets ... as you would using the 10-key keypad on . The numeric overlay light on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. 100 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. To turn the numeric overlay on the system indicator panel goes out. The keys with...
The numeric overlay light on the system indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is 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. This overlay lets ... as you would using the 10-key keypad on . The numeric overlay light on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. 100 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. To turn the numeric overlay on the system indicator panel goes out. The keys with...