Toshiba GMAD00296010, PSKBLU-02900Q, PSKBQU, PSKBQU00H004, S875-S7248, S875d, S875d-S7239 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions

60 Getting Started

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

9When the recovery process is complete, the “Recovery of

Factory Default Software” screen appears, indicating that the

recovery process is complete. Click Finish to restart the

computer.

(Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software - Recovery complete

Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions

Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions

deletes all information stored on the C: drive. Be sure to save your

work to external media before executing the recovery (see “Backing

up your work” on page 85). If you have created other partitions

(for example, a D: drive), those partitions will remain intact and any

information on them will not be affected.

During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly

recommended that your computer be connected to an external power

source via the AC adaptor.

You can recover the C: drive without affecting other partitions by

either using the utilities stored on your computer’s internal storage

drive or by using recovery media, if you have created such media.

To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. To

recover using the second method, see “Restoring from recovery

media” on page 67.

NOTE

Contents

Main Protection of Stored Data Critical Applications FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information Industry Canada Requirement FCC requirements Telephone Company Procedures If Problems Arise Disconnection Fax Branding Alarm Equipment Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment 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 Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health Regulatory statements European Union (EU) and EFTA Canada Industry Canada (IC) 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................................................................................ 27 Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................................... 32 Page Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 81 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................................... 92 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computers Features...................108 Chapter 5: Utilities.................................................................... 116 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong ...................................139 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards..................................164 Introduction 28 This guide 30 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 Setting up your software Registering your computer with Toshiba Adding optional external devices Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Page Page Page Page Removing a memory module Page Page Checking total memory Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovery option Description Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method) Page Recovering of factory default software with users data Page Page Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Page Page Recovering to a custom size partition Page Creating recovery media Page Restoring from recovery media Page Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 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 touch pad Page Scroll continuously (Circular scrolling) To: Do the following: Example: Zoom in/out To zoom in: To zoom out: Adjusting touch pad settings Disabling or enabling the touch pad Using external display devices Connecting an external device Using external display devices 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 Customizing your computers settings Caring for your computer Caring for your computer Cleaning the computer Moving the computer Using a computer lock Caring for your computer Chapter 2 Learning the Basics Computing tips Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Character keys Function keys Special Windows keys Starting a program Starting a program Starting a program using the Search programs and files field Saving your work Starting a program from the Start menu Saving your work Backing up your work Restoring 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 Toshibas online resources Removing a disc with the computer off 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 TOSHIBA eco power plan Using the TOSHIBA 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 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 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 TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist Page Page Page Optimize TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA Application Installer 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 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility Mouse Utility Mouse Utility TOSHIB A Hardwa re Setu p TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIB A Hardwa re Setu p TOSHIBA Sleep Utility Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility USB Sleep and Charge Page Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge Power supply mode settings TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 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. Power and the batteries The AC adaptor and power cord/cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does. Keyboard problems Keyboard problems Display problems The screen is blank. Page Disk or storage drive problems Disk or storage drive problems You are having trouble accessing a drive, or one or more files appear to be missing. Error-checking Your hard disk seems very slow. Optical disc drive problems Your data files are damaged or corrupted. 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 Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system General tips for installing hardware and software USB Sleep and Charge is not working. If you need further assistance The USB Wakeup function does not work. If you need further assistance Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Contacting Toshiba Toshibas Technical Support Web site Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshibas worldwide offices Toshibas worldwide offices Appendix A Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot Key Cards Using the Hot Key Cards Hot key functions Page Output (Display switch) Disabling or enabling the touch pad Keyboard hot key functions Disabling or enabling wireless devices 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