Toshiba Portege 2010 User Guide 1 - Page 13

13 Contents Chapter 2: Getting Started 34 Selecting a place to work 34 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 34 Keeping yourself comfortable 35 Precautions 38 Setting up your computer 39 Installing additional memory (optional 40 Connecting a mouse 44 Connecting a printer 44 Connecting the modem 45 Connecting to a power source 45 Connecting other external devices 48 Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 Turning on the power 49 Using the TouchPad 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 52 Powering off the computer 54 Closing the display panel 54 Caring for your computer 55 Cleaning the computer 55 Moving the computer 55 Using a computer lock 56 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics 57 Computing tips 57 Using the keyboard 59 Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys 59 Character keys 59 Function keys 60 Windows® special keys 60 Overlay keys 61 Starting a program 63