Toshiba Nb305 Manual
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User’s Manual5-3 The Keyboard Press FN+F10 or FN+F11 to access the computers integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with grey markings on their bottom edge become either numeric keypad keys (FN+F11) or cursor control keys (FN+F10). Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys, taking care to note that the power on default for both settings is off. Press FN+F12 (ScrLock) to lock the cursor on a specific line. The power on default is off. Press FN+ENTER to simulate ENTER on the enhanced keyboard’s numeric keypad. Hot keys Hot keys (pressing FN+ a function or ESC key) let you enable or disable certain features of the computer. Mute: Pressing FN+ESC turns the volume on and off. Lock: Pressing FN+F1 enters Lock computer mode. To restore your desktop, you need to log on again. Power Plan: Pressing FN+F2 changes the power settings. Standby: Pressing FN+F3 switches the system to Standby mode.
User’s Manual5-4 The Keyboard Hibernate: Pressing FN+F4 switches the system to Hibernation mode. Output: Pressing FN+F5 changes the active display device. Brightness (Down): Pressing FN+F6 decreases the computers display panel brightness in individual steps. Brightness (Up): Pressing FN+F7 increases the computers display panel brightness in individual steps. Wireless: Pressing FN+F8 switches the active wireless devices. Touch Pad: Pressing FN+F9 enables or disables the Touch Pad function. Zoom: Pressing FN+Space changes the display resolution. ■If no wireless communication device is installed, no dialog box will appear. ■This hot key is available only when the wireless communication is set to enabled in BIOS Setup or HW Setup.
User’s Manual5-5 The Keyboard TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce): Pressing FN+1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (enlarge): Pressing FN+2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows. Volume down: Pressing FN+3 to decrease the volume in increment. Volume up: Pressing FN+4 to increase the volume in increment. FN Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the FN key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it, and then press an F Number key. To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility utility, click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities Accessibility. Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows: Windows Start Button activates the Start menu and the other, the application key, has the same function as the secondary mouse button. This key activates the Windows Start menu. This key has the same function as the secondary (right) mouse button.
User’s Manual5-6 The Keyboard Keypad overlay Your computers keyboard does not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functions like one - this is located in the center of the keyboard with the relevant keys having grey letters at their front edge. The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad on a standard 104/105-key enhanced keyboard. Turning on the overlays The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control. Arrow mode To turn on Arrow Mode, press FN+F10 - the Arrow mode indicator lights and you are able to access cursor and page control functions by using the keys. You are able to press FN+F10 again to turn off this overlay function. Numeric mode To turn on Numeric Mode, press FN+F11 - the Numeric Mode indicator lights and you are able to access numeric characters by using the keys. You are able to press FN+F11 again to turn off this overlay function. The numeric keypad overlay
User’s Manual5-7 The Keyboard Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard functions without having to turn the overlay off: 1. Hold FN and press any other key - this key will operate as if the overlay were off. 2. Type upper-case characters by holding FN+SHIFT and pressing a character key. 3. Release FN to continue using the selected overlay function. Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) While using the normal keyboard function, you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without having to turn it on: 1. Press and hold down FN. 2. Check the keyboard indicators as pressing the FN key will turn on the most recently used overlay function - if the Numeric Mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for numeric entry, while if the Arrow Mode indicator lights, you can use the overlay for cursor and page control function. 3. Release FN to return to normal keyboard operation. Temporarily changing modes If the computer is in Numeric Mode, you can switch temporarily to Arrow Mode by pressing a SHIFT key, while if it is in Arrow Mode, you can switch temporarily to Numeric Mode by also pressing a SHIFT key. Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation, but you are able to generate these characters using their specific ASCII codes. With the overlay on: 1. Hold down ALT. 2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code of the character you require. 3. Release ALT - the ASCII character will appear on the display screen. With the overlay off: 1. Hold down ALT+FN. 2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code of the character you require. 3. Release ALT+FN - the ASCII character will appear on the display screen.
User’s Manual6-1 Power and Power-up Modes Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes The computers power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries, tips for saving battery power, and power-up modes. Power conditions The computers operating capability and battery charge status are affected by different power conditions, including whether an AC adaptor is connected, whether a battery pack is installed and what the charge level is for that battery. Power onPower off (no operation) AC adaptor connectedBattery fully charged• Operates • LED: Battery green and solid on • DC IN green• LED: Battery green and solid on • DC IN green Battery partially charged or no charge• Operates • Charge • LED: Battery amber and solid on • DC IN green• Charge • LED: Battery amber and solid on • DC IN green No battery installed • Operates • No charge • LED: Battery off • DC IN green• No charge • LED: Battery off • DC IN green
User’s Manual6-2 Power and Power-up Modes Table 6-1 Power conditions Power indicators As shown in the below table, the Battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer’s operating capability and battery charge status. Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack - the following indicator conditions should be noted: AC adaptor not connectedBattery charge is above low battery trigger point• Operates • LED: Battery off • DC IN off Battery charge is below low battery trigger point• Operates • LED: Battery amber and blinking • DC IN off Battery charge is exhaustedComputer goes into Standby Mode and shuts down No battery installed• Cannot operate • LED: Battery off • DC IN off Power onPower off (no operation) Blinking amberThe battery charge is low, the AC adaptor must be connected in order to recharge the battery. AmberIndicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is charging. GreenIndicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged. No lightUnder any other conditions, the indicator does not light. If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged, the charge will stop and the Battery indicator will go out. When the battery packs temperature falls to a normal range, charging will resume - this process will occur regardless of whether the computers power is on or off.
User’s Manual6-3 Power and Power-up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected - the following indicator conditions should be noted: Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer - the following indicator conditions should be noted: Battery types The computer has two different types of batteries: ■Battery pack ■Real Time Clock (RTC) battery Battery pack When the AC adaptor is not connected, the computers main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack, also referred to in this manual as the battery. You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source although you should not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected. Before you remove the battery pack, save your data and shut down the computer, or place the computer into Hibernation Mode. Please be aware that, when placing the computer into Hibernation Mode, the contents of memory will be saved to the hard disk drive, although for safety sake, it is best to also save your data manually. GreenIndicates the AC adaptor is connected and is correctly supplying power to the computer. No lightUnder any other conditions, the indicator does not light. GreenIndicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on. Blinking amberIndicates that the computer is in Standby Mode and that there is sufficient power available (AC adaptor or battery) to maintain this condition. In Standby Mode, this indicator will turn on for two seconds and off for one second. No lightUnder any other conditions, the indicator does not light.
User’s Manual6-4 Power and Power-up Modes Real Time Clock battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar function and also maintains the system configuration while the computer is turned off. If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged, the system will lose this information and the real time clock and calendar will stop working - in this instance the following message will be displayed when you turn on the power: When this error appears, the following action is recommended. 1. Connect the AC adaptor and let the battery charge for 24-hours. 2. Press F2 to enter BIOS setup menu. 3. Set correct time and date. ■The battery pack is a lithium ion battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. ■Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode. In this mode data is stored in memory, so if the computer loses power, it will be lost. ■Battery type (depending on the model you purchased) ■The availability of this battery is dependent on the model you purchased. S ERROR 0271: Check date and time settings. WARNING 0251: System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used. Press to resume, to Setup. The computers RTC battery is a lithium battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. If you still see the error message after performing the above actions, please contact your TOSHIBA service representative.
User’s Manual6-5 Power and Power-up Modes Care and use of the battery pack The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing and, as such, taking proper care of it will help ensure a longer operating time on battery power as well as deliver a longer life for your battery pack. The instructions detailed in this section will help to ensure safe operation and maximum performance. Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions. ■Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack. Improper installation could generate smoke or fire, or cause the battery pack to rupture. ■Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children. It can cause injury. ■The battery pack is lithium ion battery, which can explode if not replaced, used, handled or disposed of properly. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. ■Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius. Otherwise, the electrolyte solution might leak, battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened. ■Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor. Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode. Data will be lost. Never remove the battery pack while the Wake-up on LAN function is enabled. Data will be lost. Before you remove a battery pack, disable the Wake-up on LAN function.