Chapter 3

Operating Basics

This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it.

TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device

Some models are equipped with a dual point system: a Touch Pad and an AccuPoint pointing stick.

Using the Touch Pad

To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.

Figure 3-1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons (R940)

 

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AccuPoint*

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Fingerprint Sensor*

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AccuPoint control buttons*

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Touch Pad control buttons

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Touch Pad

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Touch Pad ON/OFF button

* Provided with some models.

Pressing the Touch Pad ON/OFF button enables or disables the Touch Pad function.

The two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a standard mouse - press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer, and press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using.

Using the AccuPoint

To use the AccuPoint, simply push it with your finger tip in the direction you want to move the on-screen pointer.

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