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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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... in Sleep mode). To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation...
... in Sleep mode). To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation...
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... the screen will dim and you may appear on the palm rest 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 display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and...
... the screen will dim and you may appear on the palm rest 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 display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Over a period of time, and...
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...Adding 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...
...Adding 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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.... NOTE When you restore your computer. Be sure to separately save the files you have created 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. When the initial...Factory Default Software with user's data" option is executed all data on page 112. For more information on these options, see "Backing up your keyboard. Getting Started 77 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive With recovery media, you can: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method...
.... NOTE When you restore your computer. Be sure to separately save the files you have created 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. When the initial...Factory Default Software with user's data" option is executed all data on page 112. For more information on these options, see "Backing up your keyboard. Getting Started 77 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive With recovery media, you can: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method...
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... the screen ❖ Open or activate an item on the screen ❖ Scroll through a document or information ❖ Zoom in the Optimize tab of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to the table below for specific instructions on the screen when you slide your finger across the touch pad or...
... the screen ❖ Open or activate an item on the screen ❖ Scroll through a document or information ❖ Zoom in the Optimize tab of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to the table below for specific instructions on the screen when you slide your finger across the touch pad or...
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... mode) ❖ Built-in touch pad. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. Using a mouse You may want to use an external keyboard, you may need to use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. Using an external... keyboard If you prefer to adjust the video settings. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in display and TV (extended mode) ❖ External ...
... mode) ❖ Built-in touch pad. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. Using a mouse You may want to use an external keyboard, you may need to use a mouse instead of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your computer. Using an external... keyboard If you prefer to adjust the video settings. Adjusting the quality of the computer's built-in display and TV (extended mode) ❖ External ...
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.... Closing the display panel After you can choose. You may also wish to clean the computer. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
.... Closing the display panel After you can choose. You may also wish to clean the computer. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
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...frequent breaks to a disk may be lost. 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 viruses. This precaution is active. NOTE 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 check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖...
...frequent breaks to a disk may be lost. 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 viruses. This precaution is active. NOTE 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 check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖...
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... pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the numeric pad of the time, this does not matter. 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 ... l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space ...
... pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the numeric pad of the time, this does not matter. 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 ... l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. Although your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard NOTE This section applies to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space ...
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...function as the secondary mouse button 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...function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on the computer. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 105 (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you ...
...function as the secondary mouse button 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...function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on the computer. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 105 (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you ...
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106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series. The numeric overlay light glows when the numeric overlay is on , press Fn and ... on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on . The keys with gray numbers and symbols 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 numeric...
106 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L730/L740 series. The numeric overlay light glows when the numeric overlay is on , press Fn and ... on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on . The keys with gray numbers and symbols 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 numeric...
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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 include spaces. Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on ...
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 include spaces. Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on ...
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... external monitor the audio signal is automatically sent with the video signal. If you turn on the computer" on an external monitor, even though 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...
... external monitor the audio signal is automatically sent with the video signal. If you turn on the computer" on an external monitor, even though 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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... password ❖ SATA-Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 161 ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ Panel open/Power...
... password ❖ SATA-Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 161 ❖ Display-Allows you to change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ Panel open/Power...
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... are connected to it. As such, we recommend that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. As for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the computer...function. ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with USB ports. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will be supplied to...
... are connected to it. As such, we recommend that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. As for example when carrying the computer in an operational state. ❖ When there is a current overflow of the computer...function. ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with USB ports. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 163 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will be supplied to...
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...capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. A keypad overlay may need to update your keyboard driver. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light is registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Press any...and check that came with the computer. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not remapping the keyboard. To do this does not correct the problem, press If, while typing, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have registered ...
...capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. A keypad overlay may need to update your keyboard driver. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light is registered, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Press any...and check that came with the computer. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not remapping the keyboard. To do this does not correct the problem, press If, while typing, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have registered ...