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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal ... or projector 86 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 86 Adjusting the quality of the external display......87 Using an external keyboard 87 Using a mouse 87
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 Recovering the Internal ... or projector 86 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 86 Adjusting the quality of the external display......87 Using an external keyboard 87 Using a mouse 87
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... the computer 100 Moving the computer 101 Using a computer lock 101 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 102 Computing tips 102 Using the keyboard 103 Character keys 104 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 104 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 105 Function keys 105 Special Windows® keys 105 Overlay keys 106 Starting a program...
... the computer 100 Moving the computer 101 Using a computer lock 101 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 102 Computing tips 102 Using the keyboard 103 Character keys 104 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 104 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 105 Function keys 105 Special Windows® keys 105 Overlay keys 106 Starting a program...
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... operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185 Printer problems... habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185 Printer problems... habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 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 Hot key functions 199 Volume Mute 200 Lock (Instant security 201 Power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 Hibernation mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 227
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Hot key functions 199 Volume Mute 200 Lock (Instant security 201 Power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 Hibernation mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 227
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... Started 45 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 Sleep mode). These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned...
... Started 45 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 Sleep mode). These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned...
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... or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to slowly open or close the display...
... or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to slowly open or close the display...
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... memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 87) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 87) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 85) ❖ Connect a local printer... (see "Connecting a printer" on page 50. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting...
... memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 87) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 87) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 85) ❖ Connect a local printer... (see "Connecting a printer" on page 50. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting...
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Any files that when the recovery is executed all data on your keyboard. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten unless the "Recovery of Factory Default Software with user's ... media you are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on page 62. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on DVDs, insert the first...
Any files that when the recovery is executed all data on your keyboard. When the initial TOSHIBA screen displays, press the F12 key on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten unless the "Recovery of Factory Default Software with user's ... media you are on a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to your computer. 3 Turn on page 62. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of the following: ❖ If your recovery files are on DVDs, insert the first...
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... pad Getting Started 81 Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the following features, click on the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or activate an...touch pad or move a mouse connected to be used. Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in front of Toshiba Assist. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. You can be enabled before they can use the touch pad (the small, touch-sensitive...
... pad Getting Started 81 Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the following features, click on the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or activate an...touch pad or move a mouse connected to be used. Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in front of Toshiba Assist. Click the Device Settings tab and then click Settings. You can be enabled before they can use the touch pad (the small, touch-sensitive...
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...❖ Built-in touch pad. Using a mouse You may need to adjust the video settings. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in display and TV (extended mode) ❖ External monitor and TV (extended mode) ❖ Swap...display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 3 Release the Fn key. Getting Started 87 Using an external keyboard ❖ Built-in display and TV (or other external video device) ❖ TV (or other video display device), you may want ...
...❖ Built-in touch pad. Using a mouse You may need to adjust the video settings. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in display and TV (extended mode) ❖ External monitor and TV (extended mode) ❖ Swap...display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 3 Release the Fn key. Getting Started 87 Using an external keyboard ❖ Built-in display and TV (or other external video device) ❖ TV (or other video display device), you may want ...
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... of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on cleaning and moving your battery" on page 146. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. For more information, see "Taking care of your computer. NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to customize your computer to clean...
... of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on cleaning and moving your battery" on page 146. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. For more information, see "Taking care of your computer. NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to customize your computer to clean...
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... damage the disk, the drive, or both. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L730/L740 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for files you do not let the Windows® operating... system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost. Turning off the computer if a drive ...
... damage the disk, the drive, or both. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for L730/L740 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for files you do not let the Windows® operating... system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost. Turning off the computer if a drive ...
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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. Using the Fn key, you to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. ...To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with one Enter key. Most of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the ...
... 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. Using the Fn key, you to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. ...To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is compatible with one Enter key. Most of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the ...
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..., 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... 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on the computer. Used in Windows...
..., 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... 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are using. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on the computer. Used in Windows...
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To turn the numeric overlay 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 L730/L740 series. The keys ... gray numbers and symbols on . To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. 106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series.
To turn the numeric overlay 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 L730/L740 series. The keys ... gray numbers and symbols on . To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. 106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series.
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110 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files 1 Click on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can contain up to display the drop-down menu, and then click Save. File ...
110 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files 1 Click on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are working with a document that can contain up to display the drop-down menu, and then click Save. File ...
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... properties window ❖ If you turn on the computer" on page 86. ❖ When an HDMI™ cable is used in High Definition on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. To view this content, your computer must be accessed from the disc. 114 Learning the Basics...
... properties window ❖ If you turn on the computer" on page 86. ❖ When an HDMI™ cable is used in High Definition on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. To view this content, your computer must be accessed from the disc. 114 Learning the Basics...
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...❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to set a user password ❖ SATA-Allows you to adjust settings for the internal ...storage drive interface ❖ USB-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in Sleep mode, press Fn + F5. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 161...
...❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to set a user password ❖ SATA-Allows you to adjust settings for the internal ...storage drive interface ❖ USB-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in Sleep mode, press Fn + F5. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 161...
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...to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When ...battery of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will be in your bag. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but...
...to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When ...battery of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will be in your bag. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but...
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...F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to any key. A keypad overlay may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to continue working. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using a different make sure the software you to the...came with the computer. Try using is not set for an external monitor. Display Auto Off may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). Refer to activate the screen. You have activated the...
...F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to any key. A keypad overlay may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to continue working. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are using a different make sure the software you to the...came with the computer. Try using is not set for an external monitor. Display Auto Off may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). Refer to activate the screen. You have activated the...