Toshiba A45 Series Using an external keyboard, Powering off the computer, Sample diskette drive

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Using an external keyboard

Diskette drive LED Eject button

Sample diskette drive

Using an external keyboard

If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer provided that the keyboard is USB-compatible.

To connect a keyboard, attach its cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. You can do this after you turn on the computer.

The Fn emulation key is not supported when using a USB keyboard.

Powering off the computer

It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while.

If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is fully charged.

When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate and Standby. Each option has its advantages.

❖Use the Turn Off command if you are using the Windows® XP Home version operating system, or the Windows® XP Professional operating system when not connected to a domain server.