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... display devices 60 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 61 Adjusting the quality of the external display......62 Using an external keyboard 62 Using a mouse 62 Connecting a printer 62 Setting up a printer 63 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........63 Turning off the computer 64 Options for...
... display devices 60 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 61 Adjusting the quality of the external display......62 Using an external keyboard 62 Using a mouse 62 Connecting a printer 62 Setting up a printer 63 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........63 Turning off the computer 64 Options for...
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Contents 29 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 77 Computing tips 77 Using the keyboard 79 Character keys 79 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 79 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 80 Function keys 80 Special Windows® keys 80 Overlay keys 81 Using the overlay to type numeric data ... media 92 Recording optical media 93 Removing a disc with the computer on 93 Removing a disc with the computer off 94 Caring for optical discs 94 Toshiba's online resources 94
Contents 29 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 77 Computing tips 77 Using the keyboard 79 Character keys 79 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 79 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 80 Function keys 80 Special Windows® keys 80 Overlay keys 81 Using the overlay to type numeric data ... media 92 Recording optical media 93 Removing a disc with the computer on 93 Removing a disc with the computer off 94 Caring for optical discs 94 Toshiba's online resources 94
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... help you 161 Resolving a hardware conflict 161 A plan of action 162 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........162 Memory problems 163 Power and the batteries 164 Keyboard problems 166 Display problems 166 Disk drive problems 168 Optical drive problems 170 Sound system problems 171 ExpressCard® problems 171 Printer problems 173 Modem...
... help you 161 Resolving a hardware conflict 161 A plan of action 162 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........162 Memory problems 163 Power and the batteries 164 Keyboard problems 166 Display problems 166 Disk drive problems 168 Optical drive problems 170 Sound system problems 171 ExpressCard® problems 171 Printer problems 173 Modem...
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Contents 33 If you need further assistance 183 Before you contact Toshiba 183 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 185 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 187 Hot Key Cards 187 Using the Hot Key Cards 188 Application Cards 189 Using the Application Cards 190 Card Case...(Display switch 196 Display brightness 197 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............198 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 199 Zoom (Display resolution 200 Keyboard hot key functions 201 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 202 Glossary 203 Index 217
Contents 33 If you need further assistance 183 Before you contact Toshiba 183 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 185 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 187 Hot Key Cards 187 Using the Hot Key Cards 188 Application Cards 189 Using the Application Cards 190 Card Case...(Display switch 196 Display brightness 197 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............198 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 199 Zoom (Display resolution 200 Keyboard hot key functions 201 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 202 Glossary 203 Index 217
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... protected from overheating when the power is turned on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. 42 Getting Started Setting up your software" on the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU...
... protected from overheating when the power is turned on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. 42 Getting Started Setting up your software" on the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU...
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..., and special offers applicable to your product. 44 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you can be connected to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights ...devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your desktop or go to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 62) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 62...
..., and special offers applicable to your product. 44 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you can be connected to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights ...devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your desktop or go to : ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 62) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 62...
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... Battery life and charge time may vary depending 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front...
... Battery life and charge time may vary depending 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front...
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... page 51), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your finger toward yourself. ❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your permission to the left . If you...
... page 51), and then check that says, "Windows® needs your finger toward yourself. ❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your permission to the left . If you...
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...to your printer documentation for additional configuration steps. See the video device documentation for further instructions. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. the printer is USBcompatible, check its documentation... can attach one of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may want to your computer. Refer to use .
...to your printer documentation for additional configuration steps. See the video device documentation for further instructions. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. the printer is USBcompatible, check its documentation... can attach one of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you may want to your computer. Refer to use .
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.... Refer to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. You may also wish to clean the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your power usage settings...
.... Refer to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer. For information about taking care of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. You may also wish to clean the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your power usage settings...
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... your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the full-sized keyboard. and a numeric keypad. Your computer's keyboard has only one of the enhanced keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 79 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains ... Typing with the character keys is compatible with one Enter key. However, some programs assign separate functions to emulate a full-size keyboard. Most of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The...
... your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is very much like typing on the full-sized keyboard. and a numeric keypad. Your computer's keyboard has only one of the enhanced keyboard. Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 79 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains ... Typing with the character keys is compatible with one Enter key. However, some programs assign separate functions to emulate a full-size keyboard. Most of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The...
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... 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 program you are called function keys ... to be confused with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. 80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on page ...
... 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 program you are called function keys ... to be confused with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. 80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on page ...
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...To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. The numeric mode light on . This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor... as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with gray numbers and symbols on , press Fn ...
...To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. The numeric mode light on . This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor... as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with gray numbers and symbols on , press Fn ...
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... with your mouse on . The cursor control mode light on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. To turn the cursor control overlay on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program that contains the information you install a program, the operating system... Accessories. You can: ❖ Double-click the icon for cursor control The keys with step 2. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is listed, go to step 3, otherwise, continue with the gray arrows and symbols on their ...
... with your mouse on . The cursor control mode light on , press Fn and F10 simultaneously. To turn the cursor control overlay on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program that contains the information you install a program, the operating system... Accessories. You can: ❖ Double-click the icon for cursor control The keys with step 2. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is listed, go to step 3, otherwise, continue with the gray arrows and symbols on their ...
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... with a document that can contain up to give the new file a different name. Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are not case-sensitive. If you are currently working with , click File, and then Save As, and give it...
... with a document that can contain up to give the new file a different name. Use this is all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard, except for these characters File names are not case-sensitive. If you are currently working with , click File, and then Save As, and give it...
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... can break off inside the hole. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to the preceding track on the system control panel above the keyboard let you to mute the sound. The Media button activates a media playing application that is currently playing. Play/Pause button Media button Mute button Stop...
... can break off inside the hole. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to the preceding track on the system control panel above the keyboard let you to mute the sound. The Media button activates a media playing application that is currently playing. Play/Pause button Media button Mute button Stop...
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HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the on /off light ( ), and the power button light (near the upper-left corner of the keyboard). See "Changing the main battery" on page 105 for information on certain models **Appearance may vary (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations When the ...
HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the on /off light ( ), and the power button light (near the upper-left corner of the keyboard). See "Changing the main battery" on page 105 for information on certain models **Appearance may vary (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations When the ...
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... the display you are using after starting in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If data does not appear on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to enable/disable the wired network port ❖ Password-Allows you to set a user password ❖ USB-Allows you to... can use the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to charge certain USB-compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 141 ❖ Display-Allows you to charge the device.
... the display you are using after starting in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If data does not appear on keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to enable/disable the wired network port ❖ Password-Allows you to set a user password ❖ USB-Allows you to... can use the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to charge certain USB-compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players. Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 141 ❖ Display-Allows you to charge the device.
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... the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ). Some external devices may not be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that you want to use this happens, change it to Mode-2. USB bus power (DC 5V) will not work. If you change... the Device Manager and even though you restart your system. NOTE "USB Wakeup function" will become default settings when you can reconfigure that appear in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work for compatible ports. When this function in Sleep Mode. Utilities...
... the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon ( ). Some external devices may not be able to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that you want to use this happens, change it to Mode-2. USB bus power (DC 5V) will not work. If you change... the Device Manager and even though you restart your system. NOTE "USB Wakeup function" will become default settings when you can reconfigure that appear in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work for compatible ports. When this function in Sleep Mode. Utilities...
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... The zoom in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. to customize the Mute and Media buttons. The TOSHIBA Button Support window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Button Support screen 2 Under Button Name, select the button whose function is to use the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility, right-click the icon in... Make the desired selections. 4 Click Close. These buttons are located on the system control panel, directly above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Support: 1 Click the TOSHIBA Button Support icon in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications you to zoom out, hold ...
... The zoom in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. to customize the Mute and Media buttons. The TOSHIBA Button Support window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Button Support screen 2 Under Button Name, select the button whose function is to use the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility, right-click the icon in... Make the desired selections. 4 Click Close. These buttons are located on the system control panel, directly above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Support: 1 Click the TOSHIBA Button Support icon in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications you to zoom out, hold ...