Toshiba C855 S5132nr, C855 S5133, C855 S5241, C855d S5135nr, C855d S5353, C875, C875 S7132nr, C875 S734, C875d S7220, L800, L845 S4240, L855, L855 S5136nr, L855 S5138nr, L855 S5366, L855D, L855d S5139nr, PSC72U, PSC72U024006, PSCA2U, PSCA2U001001, PSCBAU, PSCBAU 00603F, PSCBAU 02Q004, PSCBAU-02Q004, PSCBAU008004, PSCBAU02Q004, PSCBAU0EF004, PSCBGU-007003, PSCBGU007003, PSCBLU, PSCBLU 03D00P, PSCBLU 07N003, PSCBLU-00U003, PSCBLU-015003, PSCBLU-02J006, PSCBLU-02K006, PSCBLU009005, PSCBLU00U003, PSCBLU00X003, PSCBLU015003, PSCBLU016003, PSCBLU07N003, PSCBQU-001004, PSCBUU, PSCBUU001005, PSCBUU003007, PSK8GU, PSK8GU01D008, PSKFLU, PSKFLU 00X005, PSKFLU 00Y005, PSKFLU-00X005, PSKFLU007005, PSKFLU00C005, PSKFLU00X005, PSKFNU-001002, PSKFNU001002, PSKFQU-001003, PSKFQU-002003, PSKFQU-00G008, PSKFQU001003, PSKFQU002003, PSKFUU, PSKFUU 012003, PSKFUU 03S011, PSKFUU 08F011, PSKFUU-001003, PSKFUU-012003, PSKFUU001003, PSKFUU012003, PSKFUU014003, PSKFUU06X003, PSKFUU0N7003, PSKFUU0N9003, PSKFWU, PSKFWU 02C002, PSKFWU001002, PSKFWU002002, PSKFWU00Q002, PSKFWU01J002, PSKG2U, PSKG2U 02501Y, PT235U0610CW, S800, S855, S855 S5164, S855 S5168, S875 S7136, S875 S7140, S875-S7376 eco Utility

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Utilities

eco Utility®

eco Utility®

The eco Utility® monitors your power savings from using the eco

power plan by tracking real-time power consumption and

accumulated savings over time.

To access the eco Utility®, do one of the following:

1To access eco Utility® from the Start screen begin typing eco

Utility, or while in the Desktop screen double-click the

Desktop Assist icon.

2Click Tools & Utilities.

3Click eco Utility.

The eco Utility® window appears.

(Sample Image) eco Utility® window

4To activate the eco power plan, select eco Mode on the left

side.

5Click the eco Mode button.

6Click Close.

For more information on the eco power plan and utility, click the

Help button at the bottom of the window.

Contents

Main Protection of Stored Data Critical Applications FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information 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 Device Authorization 2.4FH1 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries Page Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health Regulatory statements Taiw an Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions Location of the Required Label Copyright Export Administration Regulation Notice Trademarks Licenses Computer Recycling Information Reuse, Donation, Recycling Contents Introduction................................................................................ 25 Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................................... 30 Page Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 73 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................................... 84 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computers Features...................100 Chapter 5: Utilities.................................................................... 110 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong ...................................128 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys.................................... 156 Introduction 26 This guide 28 Safety icons Other icons used Your computers features and specifications Other documentation Service options Chapter 1 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Setting up a work environment Keeping yourself comfortable Computer user comfort recommendations Good Working Posture Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor Typing style Taking breaks and varying tasks Mobile computing tips Transporting the notebook Seeking additional help Check list Precautions Page Important information on your computers cooling fan Setting up your computer Setting up your computer Connecting to a power source Page Connecting to a power source Charging the main battery Charging the main battery Using the computer for the first time Registering your computer with Toshiba Initial setup Setting up your software Registering your computer with Toshiba To Shut down your computer To Shut down your computer To Restart your computer To place your computer in Sleep mode To place your computer in Sleep mode Adding optional external devices 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 Creating recovery media Page Restoring from recovery media Refresh your PC (with users data) Page Reset your PC Page Page Installing drivers and applications Using the touch pad Page Adjusting touch pad settings Disabling or enabling the touch pad Connecting an external device Using external display devices Selecting video cables Connecting an HDMI-compatible television or display device Connecting an external monitor or projector Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Customizing your computers settings Adjusting the quality of the external display Customizing your computers settings Caring for your computer Caring for your computer Cleaning the computer Moving the computer Using a computer lock Page Chapter 2 Learning the Basics Computing tips Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Function keys Mouse properties Special Windows keys Mouse properties Starting an app Starting an app Starting an app from the Start screen Saving your work Saving your work Backing up your work Using the optical disc drive Optical disc drive components Media control buttons Inserting an optical disc Removing a disc with the computer on Playing optical media Recording optical media Removing a disc with the computer off Toshibas online resources Toshibas online resources Chapter 3 Mobile Computing Toshibas energy-saver design Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Power management Charging the main battery Charging the RTC battery Monitoring main battery power Determining remaining battery power What to do when the main battery runs low Setting battery notifications Conserving battery power Power Plans Using the eco power plan Using the eco power plan Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer Inserting a charged battery Page Taking care of your battery Taking care of your battery Safety precautions Disposing of used batteries Maintaining your battery Disposing of used batteries Traveling tips Traveling tips Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computers Features Exploring the Start screen Exploring the Start screen Charms Exploring the desktop Tiles Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Icons Exploring the desktop Taskbar Notification area Windows Store Notifications Windows Store Setting up for communications Setting up for communications Using Wireless LAN connectivity Connecting your computer to a network Accessing a network Exploring audio features Exploring audio features Recording sounds Using a microphone Using the Web Camera Using external speakers or headphones Using the Web Camera Using the Memory card reader Using the Memory card reader Inserting memory media Using the Memory card reader Removing memory media Chapter 5 Utilities Desktop Assist Desktop Assist Page Tools & Utilities Support & Recovery eco Utility eco Utility Setting passwords Using a supervisor password Setting a supervisor password Deleting a supervisor password Using a user password Setting a user password Deleting a user password System Settings System Settings Sleep and Charge USB Sleep and Charge Page Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge Power supply mode settings Page PC Diagnostic Tool Utility PC Diagnostic Tool Utility PC Health Monitor PC Health Monitor Page TOSHIBA Application Installer TOSHIBA Application Installer Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix Your application 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 Refresh your computer Reset your computer Advanced options System Restore System Image Recovery Automatic Repair Command Prompt 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. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Fixing a problem with Device Manager Checking device properties Memory problems Memory problems Power and the batteries Power and the batteries The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adaptor and power cord/cable. The AC adaptor and power cord/cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. Keyboard problems The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does. Keyboard problems Display problems Display problems The screen is blank. The screen does not look correct. Page Disk or storage drive problems Error-checking Disk or storage drive problems Your hard disk seems very slow. Optical disc drive problems Your data files are damaged or corrupted. Some applications run correctly but others do not. Optical disc drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. Sound system problems Printer problems Wireless networking problems The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems DVD operating problems The Windows operating system wireless management utility does not work. DVD operating problems A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title. 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 Page Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system General tips for installing hardware and software Page USB Sleep and Charge is not working. The USB Wakeup function does not work. If you need further assistance If you need further assistance Contacting Toshiba Toshibas Technical Support Web site Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshibas worldwide offices Toshibas worldwide offices Appendix A TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Page 158 Output (Display switch) Disabling or enabling the touch pad Media buttons 160 Volume Mute Disabling or enabling wireless devices Keyboard Function keys Zoom (Display resolution) Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Glossary Acronyms Page Ter ms A B C D E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U W Index