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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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... the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location...
... the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location...
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... characteristic of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on your computer. Do not press or push on battery power. When the computer is now...
... characteristic of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on your computer. Do not press or push on battery power. When the computer is now...
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... page 82) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. After starting your computer for the first time 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 keyboard" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see...
... page 82) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. After starting your computer for the first time 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 keyboard" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see...
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... image using the 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 its out-of-box state) using the first method, follow the procedure below. To recover using...
... image using the 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 its out-of-box state) using the first method, follow the procedure below. To recover using...
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... up your work to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery. Be sure to save your computer be lost during the recovery process. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering...
... up your work to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery. Be sure to save your computer be lost during the recovery process. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering...
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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. Click Yes to its out-of Windows®...
... 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. Click Yes to its out-of Windows®...
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... the 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 keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select...
... the 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 keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select...
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.../media. If the recovery files on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you can restore your system from your work" on the keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your recovery DVDs/media. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you can restore your system...
.../media. If the recovery files on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you can restore your system from your work" on the keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your recovery DVDs/media. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you can restore your system...
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... the C: partition only, leaving other partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 one of the following options... Enter. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is complete, a message displays indicating that the drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.
... the C: partition only, leaving other partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 one of the following options... Enter. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is complete, a message displays indicating that the drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.
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Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work to external media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you can check its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 ...
Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work to external media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the keyboard to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you can check its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 ...
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...screen prompts to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to see more information at once TouchPad™ 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 complete the installation process.
...screen prompts to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ NOTE Some of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to see more information at once TouchPad™ 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 complete the installation process.
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... documentation. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. To make the connection, you need to use an external keyboard, you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your printer. If a USB cable was not included with ...come with your computer through the USB ports. 82 Getting Started Using an external keyboard 3 Release the Fn key. You can use . The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. You can connect a USB...
... documentation. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. To make the connection, you need to use an external keyboard, you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your printer. If a USB cable was not included with ...come with your computer through the USB ports. 82 Getting Started Using an external keyboard 3 Release the Fn key. You can use . The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. You can connect a USB...
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... up the computer from Sleep mode, press the power button until the ON/OFF light glows white. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to suit your particular requirements. 94 Getting Started Customizing your computer's settings Starting again...
... up the computer from Sleep mode, press the power button until the ON/OFF light glows white. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to suit your particular requirements. 94 Getting Started Customizing your computer's settings Starting again...
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... check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator...indicates a drive is especially important 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 files you do not let the Windows® operating ...
... check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator...indicates a drive is especially important 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 files you do not let the Windows® operating ...
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...PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the full-sized keyboard. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to emulate a full-size keyboard. 98 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE L650 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the time, this does not... typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the numeric pad of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the...
...PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the full-sized keyboard. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to emulate a full-size keyboard. 98 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE L650 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the time, this does not... typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the enhanced keyboard. Making your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the numeric pad of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the...
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... the TouchPad™ ON/OFF. 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...keys F1 through F12 are using. For more information, see your program documentation. 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...
... the TouchPad™ ON/OFF. 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...keys F1 through F12 are using. For more information, see your program documentation. 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...
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The keys with the numbers 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. To disable the ... press F11 again. To turn the numeric overlay on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. 100 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. The keys with gray numbers and symbols on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. This overlay...
The keys with the numbers 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. To disable the ... press F11 again. To turn the numeric overlay on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. 100 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L640 series. The keys with gray numbers and symbols on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. This overlay...