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... display devices 67 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 68 Adjusting the quality of the external display......69 Using an external keyboard 69 Using a mouse 69 Connecting a printer 70 Setting up a printer 71 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........72 Connecting external speakers or headphones.........72 Connecting...
... display devices 67 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 68 Adjusting the quality of the external display......69 Using an external keyboard 69 Using a mouse 69 Connecting a printer 70 Setting up a printer 71 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........72 Connecting external speakers or headphones.........72 Connecting...
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30 Contents Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 76 Computing tips 76 Using the keyboard 78 Character keys 78 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 79 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 79 Function keys 80 Windows special keys 80 Overlay keys 80 Using the overlay to type numeric data 81 ...
30 Contents Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 76 Computing tips 76 Using the keyboard 78 Character keys 78 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 79 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 79 Function keys 80 Windows special keys 80 Overlay keys 80 Using the overlay to type numeric data 81 ...
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... Fn-esse 161 Starting Fn-esse 161 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something ... 179 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 183 Power and the batteries 184 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...192
... Fn-esse 161 Starting Fn-esse 161 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 163 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something ... 179 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 183 Power and the batteries 184 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...192
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... computing habits 205 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password 217 With a password 217 Maintaining ...mode 219 Standby mode 219 Hibernation mode 220 Display modes 221 Display brightness 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 222 Zooming applications in/out 222 Keyboard hot keys 223 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 224
... computing habits 205 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume Mute 216 Password security 217 Without a password 217 With a password 217 Maintaining ...mode 219 Standby mode 219 Hibernation mode 220 Display modes 221 Display brightness 221 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 222 Zooming applications in/out 222 Keyboard hot keys 223 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 224
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... by creating a vacuum. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your dealer to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. These components include, but are not limited to help you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the...
... by creating a vacuum. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your dealer to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. These components include, but are not limited to help you can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the...
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...: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory" on page 55) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 69) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 69) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 67) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer...
...: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory" on page 55) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 69) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 69) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 67) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer...
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...avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is on, begin at step 1; One slot is under the keyboard and should only be lost. You will be accessed by removing and replacing the memory module in good condition. Before you install or remove ...module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on the bottom of your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module with your computer, and memory capacity can be upgraded by...
...avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is on, begin at step 1; One slot is under the keyboard and should only be lost. You will be accessed by removing and replacing the memory module in good condition. Before you install or remove ...module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on the bottom of your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module with your computer, and memory capacity can be upgraded by...
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... control buttons. Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 63 Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move the cursor with the stroke of the...
... control buttons. Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 63 Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move the cursor with the stroke of the...
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... may move to your computer. NOTE After logging on to the upper-right side of the screen. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can use a mouse instead of the computer's builtin TouchPad. If this occurs, push the Esc or Windows ...to return it to use a USB-compatible mouse. The computer's USB ports support any USBcompatible keyboard. Using a mouse You may want to its original position. Getting Started Using an external keyboard 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television ...
... may move to your computer. NOTE After logging on to the upper-right side of the screen. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can use a mouse instead of the computer's builtin TouchPad. If this occurs, push the Esc or Windows ...to return it to use a USB-compatible mouse. The computer's USB ports support any USBcompatible keyboard. Using a mouse You may want to its original position. Getting Started Using an external keyboard 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television ...
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For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your computer, even across the room, make sure all ... and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. 74 Getting Started Using a computer lock Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Doing so could damage the system. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products...
For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your computer, even across the room, make sure all ... and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. 74 Getting Started Using a computer lock Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Doing so could damage the system. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products...
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... a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of a full-size keyboard. 78 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of the page. ❖...
... a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of a full-size keyboard. 78 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of the page. ❖...
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.... However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt Sample Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on... can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. ❖ Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the numeric pad of the time, this does not matter...
.... However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to simulate the Enter key on the full-sized keyboard. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl Fn Alt Sample Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on... can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. ❖ Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the numeric pad of the time, this does not matter...
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... top of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. For more information, see "Fn-esse®" on page 161, or "Hot Keys" on a desktop computer's keyboard. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Windows special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer... overlay lets you would using the 10-key keypad on page 216. 80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used ...
... top of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. For more information, see "Fn-esse®" on page 161, or "Hot Keys" on a desktop computer's keyboard. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. Windows special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer... overlay lets you would using the 10-key keypad on page 216. 80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used ...
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Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 81 Sample numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to the numeric overlay, release Shift. To do so: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down .... You can still use the cursor control keys when the numeric overlay is on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on . To turn the numeric overlay on : ❖ Press and hold down Shift while you type the...
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 81 Sample numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to the numeric overlay, release Shift. To do so: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down .... You can still use the cursor control keys when the numeric overlay is on , press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on . To turn the numeric overlay on : ❖ Press and hold down Shift while you type the...
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... the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the overlay for the program on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is to double-click the name...
... the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the overlay for the program on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is to double-click the name...
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the names can include spaces. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. File names are currently working with an extension of ".doc" is Any file name with , choose Save As from the File ...
the names can include spaces. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. File names are currently working with an extension of ".doc" is Any file name with , choose Save As from the File ...
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... is recommended that changing from another region, the drive will automatically change to play DVDs while running the computer on the right side of the keyboard and can be "locked in the format of the other region. Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is open...
... is recommended that changing from another region, the drive will automatically change to play DVDs while running the computer on the right side of the keyboard and can be "locked in the format of the other region. Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is open...
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...* Previous track* *Available on . Sample Media Control Buttons Media Control Buttons The Media control buttons (available on some models) on the right side of the keyboard let you need to release the disc tray when the power is open, be careful not to malfunction. Doing so could cause the drive to...
...* Previous track* *Available on . Sample Media Control Buttons Media Control Buttons The Media control buttons (available on some models) on the right side of the keyboard let you need to release the disc tray when the power is open, be careful not to malfunction. Doing so could cause the drive to...
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... CDs/DVDs. HINT: Backing up all the files you can back up several files at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you create in case something happens to your data to CDs with your hard disk, use a high-capacity backup system, such as CDs...
... CDs/DVDs. HINT: Backing up all the files you can back up several files at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you create in case something happens to your data to CDs with your hard disk, use a high-capacity backup system, such as CDs...
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power button light battery light on/off light ( ), and the power button light (near the top right corner of the keyboard). When the on / off light Sample power and battery light locations HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the on /off light and ...
power button light battery light on/off light ( ), and the power button light (near the top right corner of the keyboard). When the on / off light Sample power and battery light locations HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the on /off light and ...