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... display device 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 72 Adjusting the quality of the external display......74 Using an external keyboard 74 Using a mouse 74 Connecting a printer 74 Setting up a printer 75 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........76 Turning off the computer 77 Options for...
... display device 69 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 72 Adjusting the quality of the external display......74 Using an external keyboard 74 Using a mouse 74 Connecting a printer 74 Setting up a printer 75 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........76 Turning off the computer 77 Options for...
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... your computer 86 Cleaning the computer 86 Moving the computer 86 Using a computer lock 87 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 88 Computing tips 88 Using the keyboard 89 Character keys 90 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 90 Function keys 90 Special Windows® keys 91 Starting a program 91 Starting a program from the.../DVD/HD DVD 102 Removing a disc with the computer on...........103 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........103 Caring for CD or DVD discs 104 Toshiba's online resources 104
... your computer 86 Cleaning the computer 86 Moving the computer 86 Using a computer lock 87 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 88 Computing tips 88 Using the keyboard 89 Character keys 90 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 90 Function keys 90 Special Windows® keys 91 Starting a program 91 Starting a program from the.../DVD/HD DVD 102 Removing a disc with the computer on...........103 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........103 Caring for CD or DVD discs 104 Toshiba's online resources 104
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... help you 179 Resolving a hardware conflict 179 A plan of action 179 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........180 Memory problems 181 Power and the batteries 182 Keyboard problems 183 Display problems 184 Disk drive problems 186 Optical drive problems 187 Sound system problems 188 ExpressCard™ problems 189 Printer problems 191 Modem...
... help you 179 Resolving a hardware conflict 179 A plan of action 179 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........180 Memory problems 181 Power and the batteries 182 Keyboard problems 183 Display problems 184 Disk drive problems 186 Optical drive problems 187 Sound system problems 188 ExpressCard™ problems 189 Printer problems 191 Modem...
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...backup in the Windows® operating system 197 If you need further assistance 201 Before you contact Toshiba 201 Contacting Toshiba 202 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 202 Toshiba's worldwide offices 203 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 205 Hot Key Cards 205 Using the Hot Key Cards 206 Application Cards 207 Using the...brightness 216 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............217 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Dual Mode Pad 218 Changing screen resolution 219 Keyboard hot key functions 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 221 Glossary 222 Index 236
...backup in the Windows® operating system 197 If you need further assistance 201 Before you contact Toshiba 201 Contacting Toshiba 202 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 202 Toshiba's worldwide offices 203 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 205 Hot Key Cards 205 Using the Hot Key Cards 206 Application Cards 207 Using the...brightness 216 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............217 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Dual Mode Pad 218 Changing screen resolution 219 Keyboard hot key functions 220 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 221 Glossary 222 Index 236
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... order in which windows appear, may restart your computer. The Windows® operating system checks the system's performance, and then may vary according to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
... order in which windows appear, may restart your computer. The Windows® operating system checks the system's performance, and then may vary according to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
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..."Adding memory (optional)" on page 48) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 74) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 74) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 68) ❖ Connect a local printer (see ...completed during the initial start up process of your computer. Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba limited Warranty. If you decide not to register at that time, you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to ...
..."Adding memory (optional)" on page 48) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 74) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 74) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 68) ❖ Connect a local printer (see ...completed during the initial start up process of your computer. Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba limited Warranty. If you decide not to register at that time, you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to ...
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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 increase the brightness of the TFT...
... 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 increase the brightness of the TFT...
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... default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery...
... default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of Factory Default Software ❖ Erase the hard disk Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery...
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... Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of box state deletes all data will be lost . Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to out-of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on... its out of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of -box-state, and then click Next.
... Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of box state deletes all data will be lost . Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to out-of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on... its out of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to restart the computer. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of -box-state, and then click Next.
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A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. When the process is completed, a message displays informing you that all data will be lost. Be sure you have saved your ... on the hard disk without overwriting the HDD. ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the size of your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete all...
A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. When the process is completed, a message displays informing you that all data will be lost. Be sure you have saved your ... on the hard disk without overwriting the HDD. ❖ Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the size of your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete all...
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... and recover your selections. Click the up/down arrows to begin the restoration. NOTE The size of the C: drive will display on your keyboard to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size of the C: drive. Be sure to save your work to external media first. Be... lost during the recovery process) and your information will be deleted during the recovery process. To recover only your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the ...
... and recover your selections. Click the up/down arrows to begin the restoration. NOTE The size of the C: drive will display on your keyboard to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size of the C: drive. Be sure to save your work to external media first. Be... lost during the recovery process) and your information will be deleted during the recovery process. To recover only your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the ...
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Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 4 Click Next to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you .... 3 Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press Enter. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on your keyboard to "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on page 57): 1 Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your Hard...
Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 4 Click Next to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you .... 3 Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press Enter. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on your keyboard to "Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs" on page 57): 1 Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your Hard...
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...to move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to left side, slide your finger from left to right. ❖ To move it to the ... your hard disk drive, you can check its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next....
...to move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to left side, slide your finger from left to right. ❖ To move it to the ... your hard disk drive, you can check its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next....
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...can purchase one of the simultaneous modes, you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to use a full-size keyboard, you need to your computer through the USB ports. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. To make the connection, ...can connect a USB-compatible printer to match the resolution of the external display device. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may need a suitable USB cable which may come with your television (or other video ...
...can purchase one of the simultaneous modes, you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to use a full-size keyboard, you need to your computer through the USB ports. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. To make the connection, ...can connect a USB-compatible printer to match the resolution of the external display device. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may need a suitable USB cable which may come with your television (or other video ...
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...panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Caring for details. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. See "Toshiba Utilities" on /off the computer, close the display panel to the screen(s) you place the computer in which you can choose. For more... about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 119. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. If you were using. 86 Getting Started Customizing your particular requirements. The computer returns to keep your computer, ...
...panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Caring for details. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and/or display. See "Toshiba Utilities" on /off the computer, close the display panel to the screen(s) you place the computer in which you can choose. For more... about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 119. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. If you were using. 86 Getting Started Customizing your particular requirements. The computer returns to keep your computer, ...
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...not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard For more about Sleep. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you receive via diskette, ..., or both. ❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. Learning the Basics 89 Using the keyboard It is easy to a disk may be lost. If you have a separate backup copy. See "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on it ...
...not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard For more about Sleep. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you receive via diskette, ..., or both. ❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. Learning the Basics 89 Using the keyboard It is easy to a disk may be lost. If you have a separate backup copy. See "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on it ...
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... the TouchPad. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 210. For more information, see your program documentation. 90 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of...
... the TouchPad. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 210. For more information, see your program documentation. 90 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of...
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... Search field. Special Windows® keys Learning the Basics 91 Starting a program Windows® Application button key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have four options.
... Search field. Special Windows® keys Learning the Basics 91 Starting a program Windows® Application button key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have four options.
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... names limited to no more than eight characters. Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to handle your file correctly. For information on the keyboard, except for your Windows® online Help. HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you use all the letters, numbers...
... names limited to no more than eight characters. Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to handle your file correctly. For information on the keyboard, except for your Windows® online Help. HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you use all the letters, numbers...
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Learning the Basics 99 Using the optical drive Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located above the keyboard let you access the Internet when the computer is powered on. The Play/Pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently ...
Learning the Basics 99 Using the optical drive Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located above the keyboard let you access the Internet when the computer is powered on. The Play/Pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently ...