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Index

error message, warning resume

failure 139

Error-checking 148

external display problems 148

external keyboard 146

external monitor 147

good computing habits 152

hard disk drive is slow 149

Help and Support, Windows®

operating system 142

high-pitched noise 149

installing hardware/software 156

keyboard 146

keyboard will not respond 138

memory problems 144

missing files/trouble accessing a

drive 148

power and batteries 144

printer 150

program stops responding 137

restore points 154

screen does not look correct/

flickers 147

slow Internet connection 142

sound system/speakers 149

trouble running programs 149

URL address not found 142

Windows® operating system not

working 140

wireless networking 151

turning off

computer 71

computer more quickly 74

options 71

turning on

power 37

U

USB-compatible

printer 69

user password, deleting 129

user password, setting 128

using

a microphone 115

computer lock 82

external display devices 67

Hibernation mode 76

hot key to set a power plan 103

Memory card reader 117

Shut down command 73

Sleep mode 78

TouchPad™ 63

Web Ca mer a 117

using the keyboard 84

using the overlay for cursor control 87

Utilities 120

V

video projector

adjusting display 69

W

warranty

standard limited warranty 28

Web Ca mer a

using 117

Wi-Fi®

wireless networking 114

Windows® Explorer

starting a program from 88

Windows® operating system

troubleshooting 140

Windows® Start menu

starting a program 88

wireless networking 114

troubleshooting 151

Contents

Main Model: NB250 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty Protection of Stored Data Critical Applications FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information NOTE Industry Canada Requirement Wireless Interoperability Wireless LAN and Your Health Regulatory Information Canada Industry Canada (IC) EU Declaration of Conformity The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information VCCI Class B Information Taiw an Using this Equipment in Japan 2.4FH1 Device Authorization NOTE Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices Approved Countries/Regions for the Atheros Wireless Wi-Fi Link AR5B95 Series Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth wireless technology) Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health Regulatory statements European Union (EU) and EFTA Canada Industry Canada (IC) Taiw an Copyright Export Administration Regulation Notice Trademarks Computer Disposal Information Contents Introduction................................................................................ 24 Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................................... 29 Page 20 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing...................................................94 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computers Features...................111 Chapter 5: Utilities.................................................................... 120 22 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong....................................137 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards................................. 161 Introduction Page 26 This guide Safety icons Other icons used 28 Your computers features and specifications Other documentation Service options Chapter 1 Getting Started Getting comfortable with your computer Getting comfortable with your computer Keeping yourself comfortable Precautions Getting comfortable with your computer Setting up your computer Important information on your computers cooling fan Setting up your computer Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Charging the main battery Charging the main battery Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Using the computer for the first time Turning on the power Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software Registering your computer with Toshiba Adding optional external devices Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Page Page Page Page Page Removing a memory module Page Checking total memory Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovery option Description Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method) Page Recovering to a custom size partition Page Page Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Page Creating recovery DVDs/media Page Page Restoring from recovery DVDs/media Page Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Checking the internal storage drive operating status Checking the internal storage drive operating status Installing drivers and applications Using the TouchPad Page Getting Started To: Do the following: Example: Scroll vertically Scroll horizontally Scroll continuously (Circular scrolling) Adjusting TouchPad settings Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Using external display devices Connecting an external monitor or projector Using external display devices Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the external display Using an external keyboard Using a mouse Connecting a printer Connecting a printer Setting up a printer Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Hibernation mode Sleep mode Using the Shut down command Turning off the computer more quickly Page Restarting your computer Using and configuring Hibernation mode Configuring Hibernation mode options Page Starting again from Hibernation mode Using and configuring Sleep mode Configuring Sleep mode options Page Customizing your computers settings Starting again from Sleep mode Closing the display panel Customizing your computers settings Caring for your computer Cleaning the computer Caring for your computer Moving the computer Using a computer lock Chapter 2 Learning the Basics Computing tips Using the keyboard Character keys Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Function keys Special Windows keys Overlay keys Using the overlay to type numeric data Using the overlay for cursor control Starting a program Starting a program from the Start menu Starting a program from Windows Explorer Starting a program using the Search programs and files field Saving your work Saving your work Saving files Printing your work File names Using a file extension Printing your work Backing up your work Backing up your work Toshibas online resources Restoring your work Toshibas online resources Chapter 3 Mobile Computing Toshibas energy-saver design Running the computer on battery power Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Charging batteries Power management Using additional batteries Charging batteries Charging batteries Charging the main battery Charging the RTC battery Monitoring main battery power Page Determining remaining battery power What to do when the main battery runs low Setting battery notifications Conserving battery power Power Plans Using a hot key to set the Power Plan Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer Page Inserting a charged battery Taking care of your battery Taking care of your battery Safety precautions Taking care of your battery Maintaining your battery Disposing of used batteries Disposing of used batteries Traveling tips Traveling tips Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computers Features Exploring the desktop Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Icons Exploring the desktop Start button Taskbar Setting up for communications Notification area Setting up for communications Using Wireless LAN connectivity Exploring audio features Connecting your computer to a network Accessing a network Exploring audio features Recording sounds Using a microphone Exploring audio features Using external speakers or headphones Using the Web Camera Using the Web Camera Using the Memory card reader Using the Memory card reader Inserting memory media Removing memory media Page Chapter 5 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist Page Page Optimize TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA Application Installer Setting passwords Using an instant password Using a supervisor password Setting a supervisor password Deleting a supervisor password Using a user password Setting a user password Deleting a user password TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility Mouse Utility Mouse Utility TOSHIBA H ardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA H ardware Setup TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding. Problems when you turn on the computer Problems when you turn on the computer The computer will not start. The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens. Problems when you turn on the computer The computer displays the The AC power light is blinking. The battery light is blinking when the computer is on. The Windows operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. My browser cannot find the URL address I typed in. My browser cannot find a site I bookmarked. The Windows operating system can help you Fixing a problem with Device Manager Checking device properties Memory problems Memory problems Power and the batteries The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adaptor and power cord/cable. The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does. Keyboard problems Keyboard problems The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Display problems The screen is blank. Display problems The screen does not look correct. Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer. Disk or storage drive problems You are having trouble accessing a drive, or one or more files appear to be missing. Error-checking Sound system problems Your hard disk seems very slow. Sound system problems No sound is coming from the computers speakers. The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. Printer problems Printer problems The printer will not print. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems The Windows operating system wireless management utility does not work. Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your internal storage drive. Read the users guides. Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating system Saving system configuration with restore points Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system General tips for installing hardware and software If you need further assistance If you need further assistance Before you contact Toshiba Contacting Toshiba Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshibas Technical Support Web site Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshibas worldwide offices Toshibas worldwide offices Toshibas worldwide offices Appendix A Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot Key Cards Hot Key Cards Using the Hot Key Cards Application Cards Application Cards Using the Application Cards Application Cards Card Case Hot key functions Volume Mute Lock (Instant security) Power plan Sleep mode Hibernation mode Output (Display switch) Display brightness Disabling or enabling wireless devices Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Zoom (Display resolution) Keyboard hot key functions Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Glossary Acronyms Page Term s A B C Page D E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U W Index