Toshiba L350 user manual Restarting the computer, System recovery options

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Getting Started

Restarting the computer

Certain conditions require that you reset the computer, for example, if:

You change certain computer settings.

An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands.

If you need to restart the computer, there are three ways this can be achieved:

1.Click Start then click the arrow button ( ) in the power manage-

ment buttons ( ) and select Restart from the menu.

2.Press CTRL, ALT and DEL simultaneously (once) to display the menu window, then click the arrow button in the lower right corner of the screen, then select Restart.

3.Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Once the computer has turned itself off, wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button.

System recovery options

About 1.5 GB hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the

system recovery options. This partition stores files which can be used to repair the system in the event of a problem.

System recovery options

The system recovery options feature is installed on the hard disk when shipped from the factory. The system recovery options menu includes some tools to repair startup problems, run diagnostics or restore the system.

You can see the more information about Startup Repair in Windows Help and Support content.

The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems.

1.Turn off the computer.

2.While holding the F8 key, turn the computer on again.

3.The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed. Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER.

4.Follow the on-screen instructions from this point onward.

The Window Vista Complete PC Backup feature can be used on Windows Vista™ Business Edition and Ultimate Edition.

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Contents User’s Manual Trademarks CopyrightDisclaimer When using your computer Safety instructionsMacrovision License of Notice For RTLARestricted Technology License AgreementFCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information FCC informationContact EU Declaration of ComformityFCC conditions Modem warning notice Canadian regulatory information Canada onlyConformity statement Network compatibility statementPursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part Japan regulationsRegion selection RedialTelephone company procedures Type of serviceIf problems arise DisconnectionInstructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment AT&F AT&W AT%TE=0 ATZ Modem warning notice for AustraliaUser’s Manual General conditions Energy Star Program Following information is only for EU-member StatesOptical disc drive standards Optical disc drive safety instructionsCD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Location of the required labelDVD Super Multi +-R DL drive DVR-TD08TBM/DVR-TD08TBF Vorsicht Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-System und ist als International precautionsImportant notice Table of Contents Getting Started Using the touchpad -1Using optical disc drivesMedia care Using the web cameraSecurity lock HW Setup -1Accessing HW Setup -1HW Setup windowAppendix a Specifications Appendix B Display Controller Appendix C V.90/V.92 Preface Manual contentsAbbreviations ConventionsIcons KeysMessages DisplayTerminology StartStress injury General PrecautionsCreating a computer-friendly environment Pressure or impact damage Heat injuryExpressCard overheating Mobile phonesHardware Equipment checklistIntroduction Software FeaturesDocumentation ProcessorVideo RAM MemorySlots CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive DisksHard disk drive DVD Super Multi +-R DL drive KeyboardPointing device PowerPorts SlotsSecurity MultimediaCommunications Special features Battery save mode Intelligent powerPanel power on/off Low batteryToshiba Value Added Package Utilities and applications Toshiba Face Start → All Programs → Toshiba → ConfigFreeRecognition WindowsPurchased from your Toshiba dealer. OptionsUSB FDD Front with the display closed Grand TourFront edge logo Volume controlDisplay latch Microphone jackPort Left sideFan vent Hdmi out portShows the computer’s right side Right sideOptical disc drive Back sideUnderside Function Button Front with the display openFunction Button System indicators Main battery PowerOptical disc drive Keyboard indicatorsRegion codes for DVD drives and media Code RegionCD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Writable discsCDs DVDsDVD Super Multi +-R DL drive AC adaptor 2-pin plug AC adaptorGetting Started Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor Connecting the AC adaptorOpening the display Turning on the powerShut down mode Boot mode Turning off the powerHibernation mode Benefits of hibernation modeAutomatic hibernation mode Starting hibernation modeData save in hibernation mode Select HibernateBenefits of sleep mode Sleep modeExecuting sleep mode Sleep mode limitationsRestarting the computer System recovery optionsSystem recovery options Restoring the preinstalled software from the recovery HDD Create optical recovery discsGetting Started Operating Basics Using the touchpadTouchpad and touchpad control buttons Using optical disc drivesPressing the eject button Loading discsGrasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened Closing the drawer Removing discsCD/None Function ButtonIcon Function Before writing or rewriting Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM driveImportant message CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive When writing or rewriting Important message DVD Super Multi +-R DL drive Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi +-R DL driveDisclaimer CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive DVD+R for Labelflash CD-RW Ultra-SpeedDVD-R for Labelflash Operating Basics When writing or rewriting Disclaimer DVD Super Multi +-R DL drive Toshiba Disc CreatorData verification How to learn more about Toshiba Disc CreatorVideo When Using Ulead DVD Movie Factory for ToshibaClick Labelflash setting and choose Draw Quality How to learn more about Ulead DVD Movie Factory CD/DVD Media careBuilt-in web camera is provided with some models Using the web cameraUsing the software Using the Toshiba Face Recognition Using the microphoneSettings HelpDisclaimer How to register the Face Recognition DataHow to launch the help file How to Delete the Face Recognition DataSelect Start face recognition Windows Logon via Toshiba Face Recognition11 The Region Selection icon Windows Vista ModemProperties menu ConnectingWireless LAN Wireless communicationsDisconnecting Security Wireless communication switchLAN Connecting LAN cableDisconnecting LAN cable Cleaning the computerHeat dispersal Moving the computerTypewriter keys KeyboardHot keys Function keys F1 … F9Soft keys FN key combinations Output HibernateBrightness down Brightness upFN sticky key Windows special keysHold ALT + FN Generating Ascii charactersPower conditions Power and Power-up ModesPower on Power off No operation AC adaptor ConnectedBattery indicator Power indicatorsDC in indicator Battery typesPower indicator BatteryReal Time Clock battery Safety precautions Care and use of the battery packPower and Power-up Modes Charging the batteries Time ProceduresBattery charging notice Maximizing battery operating time Monitoring battery capacityExtending battery life Retaining data with power offRemoving the battery pack Replacing the battery packSlide the battery release latch and free the battery Installing the battery packWindows utilities Starting the computer by passwordPower-up modes System auto off Panel power on/offHW Setup HW Setup and PasswordsAccessing HW Setup HW Setup windowDefault PasswordNot Registered Changes or remove the password. Default Allow you to set the passwordLCD + Analog RGB DisplayAuto-Selected Switchable Boot PriorityDynamically Always LowKeyboard EnabledDisabled Built-in LAN Optional Devices Power devicesCards/Memory Peripheral devicesExpressCard Installing an ExpressCardRemoving the ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCardMultiple digital media card slot Installing a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC cardGB, 8 GB, 16 GB MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MBRemoving the inserted memory card Removing a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC cardMemory expansion Installing memory moduleRemoving the cover Pushing the memory module down Removing memory moduleUSB FDD Kit Additional battery pack 6 Cell and 9 CellAdditional AC adaptor Hdmi External monitorSettings for audio on Hdmi Setting for display video on Hdmi10 Security lock Security lockProblem solving process TroubleshootingAnalyzing the problem Preliminary checklistSystem start-up Hardware and system checklistSoftware HardwareSelf test Overheating power downProblemProcedure AC powerProblem Procedure BatteryLCD panel PasswordProblem Problem ProcedurHard disk drive CD-RW/DVD-ROM, DVD Super Multi+-R DL driveGrand Tour Diskette driveClick the Pointer Option tab TouchpadClick the Pointer Options tab ExpressCardUSB mouse External monitor SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC cardUSB Sound systemCarrier ModemLAN Sleep/HibernationRecovery discs Before you call Toshiba supportWhere to write CPU DisclaimersDisclaimers Memory main systemGraphics Processor Unit GPU Battery lifeHDD drive capacity Non-applicable icons Wireless LANCopy protection ImagesAppendixes Table of Contents Environmental requirements SpecificationsPower requirements Built-in modem Display controller Display ControllerFunction Transmission speed 90/V.92 mode90/V.92 Connect 54666 EC Result code DescriptionAT Command Radio characteristics Wireless LANCard specifications Supported frequency sub-bands Table Wireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets Revision B and GFrequency Range Channel ID 5150-5850 MHz Countries/regions that in which these channels can be used Certification agencies AC Power Cord and ConnectorsEurope Outside of EuropeUSA Abbreviations GlossaryGlossary Ascii Glossary-4 Glossary-5 Erase See delete Glossary-7 Glossary-8 Main board See motherboard Level 2 cache See cacheGlossary-10 Glossary-11 Glossary-12 Glossary-13 Index Index User’s Manual Index-3 USB
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L350 specifications

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