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Display screen The full-color LCD displays high-contrast text and
graphics and is compatible with the industry standard
Video Graphics Array (VGA). The LCD consists of up to
1024 × 768 pixels or dots. The computer has a Thin-Film
Transistor (TFT) display. Refer to Appendix B.
When the computer operates on power through the AC
adaptor, the display screen’s image will be somewhat
brighter than when it operates on battery power. The lower
brightness level is intended to save battery power.
Display hinge The display hinge holds the display screen at easy-to-view
angles.
Power button Press the power button to turn the computer’s power on
and off.
Internet button Press this button to launch an Internet browser. If the
computer’s power is off, you can press this button to turn
on the computer’s power and launch the browser automati-
cally in one step.
TOSHIBA Console Press this button to launch an application automatically.
button The default is TOSHIBA Console.
TouchPad A TouchPad located in the center of the palm rest is used
to control the on-screen pointer. Refer to the Using the
TouchPad section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
TouchPad Control buttons below the TouchPad let you select menu
control buttons items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the
on-screen pointer.
Sensor switch This switch shuts down the computer when you close the
cover and the panel power on/off feature is enabled.
Front with the display open