Laptop User Manual

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Contents
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Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 76
Computing tips .......................................................76
Using the keyboard .................................................78
Character keys .................................................78
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size
keyboard ....................................................78
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys .........................................79
Function keys....................................................79
Windows special keys.......................................80
Overlay keys .....................................................80
Using the overlay to type numeric data.............81
Starting a program..................................................81
Starting a program from the Start menu...........82
Starting a program from Windows
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Explorer....82
Starting a program from the Run dialog box ....83
Saving your work....................................................84
Printing your work ..................................................87
Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive...........88
DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components 88
CD/DVD control buttons ...................................90
Inserting a compact disc ..................................91
Removing a disc with the computer on.............93
Removing a disc with the computer off ............93
Caring for CD or DVD Discs .............................93
Using PC Cards.......................................................94
Hot swapping....................................................94
Using your computer at the office...........................95
Backing up your work .............................................95
Restoring your work .........................................96
Powering down the computer.................................96
Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down ...........97
Using Hibernation .............................................99
Using Standby ................................................101
Toshiba’s online resources ...................................103