Contents

 

 

13

Creating a computer-friendly environment

....... 35

Keeping yourself comfortable ..........................

36

Precautions............................................................

39

Setting up your computer ......................................

40

Installing additional memory (optional) ...........

40

Connecting a mouse ........................................

44

Connecting a printer ........................................

45

Connecting the modem....................................

45

Connecting to a power source .........................

46

Connecting other external devices ...................

48

Using the computer for the first time .....................

48

Opening the display panel ................................

49

Turning on the power .......................................

49

Using the TouchPad .........................................

50

Setting up your software..................................

51

Registering your computer with Toshiba .........

52

Customizing your computer’s settings.............

53

Powering off the computer ....................................

54

Closing the display panel .................................

55

Different ways to turn the computer on and off 55

Caring for your computer.......................................

55

Cleaning the computer .....................................

56

Moving the computer.......................................

56

Using a computer lock .....................................

56

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics .................................

58

Computing tips ......................................................

58

Using the keyboard ................................................

60

Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys .........................................

60

Character keys .................................................

60

Function keys...................................................

61

Windows® special keys ....................................

61

Overlay keys.....................................................

62

Starting a program.................................................

64