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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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... TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. See "Connecting to a power source" on page 41 before you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery you turn off the power again until the operating...
... TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. See "Connecting to a power source" on page 41 before you can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. These components include, but are not limited to charge the battery you turn off the power again until the operating...
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... (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... on page 135) (available on certain models) 42 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 the Internet. Product registration can either double-click...
... (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... on page 135) (available on certain models) 42 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 the Internet. Product registration can either double-click...
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... it on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel.
... it on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel.
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.... 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. The options are: ❖ Recovery of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on the computer. To...
.... 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your C: drive and then recovering it. The options are: ❖ Recovery of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. When the computer powers on the computer. To...
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... key on the hard disk drive and your work to restart the computer. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Be sure to save your information will be lost...
... key on the hard disk drive and your work to restart the computer. Once complete, a message displays that all partitions on the keyboard to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Be sure to save your information will be lost...
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To delete the data and partitions from 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 ... to begin deleting the HDD. When the process is completed, a message displays informing you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.
To delete the data and partitions from 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 ... to begin deleting the HDD. When the process is completed, a message displays informing you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.
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... size partition. 3 Specify the size of the C: drive. To recover only your work to external media first. Be sure to save 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 C: drive to... will remain intact. Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size Resizing and recovering your C: drive to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your keyboard to increase/decrease the C: drive size in 1 GB increments.
... size partition. 3 Specify the size of the C: drive. To recover only your work to external media first. Be sure to save 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 C: drive to... will remain intact. Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size Resizing and recovering your C: drive to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your keyboard to increase/decrease the C: drive size in 1 GB increments.
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... recovered. 5 Press any key on your Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option ... "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. To recover your hard disk drive using your keyboard to begin the restoration. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 4 Click Next to restart the computer.
... recovered. 5 Press any key on your Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option ... "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. To recover your hard disk drive using your keyboard to begin the restoration. Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 4 Click Next to restart the computer.
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...Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, ...your finger toward yourself. ❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the screen. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item(s) you would like to move the cursor: ❖ To ...
...Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with your computer. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, ...your finger toward yourself. ❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the screen. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item(s) you would like to move the cursor: ❖ To ...
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...the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may come with your computer. 74 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. See the video... device documentation for additional configuration steps. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. To make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable which may not function correctly. Using a mouse You may need to use...
...the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may come with your computer. 74 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from a computer or electronics store. See the video... device documentation for additional configuration steps. The computer's USB ports support any USB-compatible keyboard. To make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable which may not function correctly. Using a mouse You may need to use...
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... computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. The computer returns to keep your battery" on page 119. See "Toshiba Utilities" on cleaning and moving your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on /off the computer, close the display panel to the screen(s) you can choose... system documentation or Help and Support for your particular requirements. Caring for details. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
... computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. The computer returns to keep your battery" on page 119. See "Toshiba Utilities" on cleaning and moving your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on /off the computer, close the display panel to the screen(s) you can choose... system documentation or Help and Support for your particular requirements. Caring for details. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings.
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...and configuring Sleep mode" on page 83 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 Turning off the computer while it is reading from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent ...details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you have a separate backup copy. Learning the Basics 89 Using the keyboard It is easy to conserve disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the data on it takes time. For more about ...
...and configuring Sleep mode" on page 83 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 Turning off the computer while it is reading from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent ...details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you have a separate backup copy. Learning the Basics 89 Using the keyboard It is easy to conserve disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all the data on it takes time. For more about ...
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... key functions" on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, Fn+F9 turns off ...the TouchPad. 90 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el)...
... key functions" on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. For example, Fn+F9 turns off ...the TouchPad. 90 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el)...
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... with step 2. 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.
... with step 2. 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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... an extension to handle your own extension is usually unwise, since the program is assumed to 260 characters and can contain up a printer" on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up to be a Microsoft® Word file. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with the...
... an extension to handle your own extension is usually unwise, since the program is assumed to 260 characters and can contain up a printer" on the keyboard, except for your printer as being created in "Setting up to be a Microsoft® Word file. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with the...
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... drive's eject button. 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 turned on . The Play/Pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently...
... drive's eject button. 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 turned on . The Play/Pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently...