Main
Protection of Stored Data
Critical Applications
FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information
Industry Canada Requirement
Wireless Interoperability
Wireless LAN and Your Health
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
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................................................................................ 24
Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................................... 29
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Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 74
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................................... 84
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computers Features...................102
Chapter 5: Utilities.................................................................... 115
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong ...................................140
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys.................................... 170
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Introduction
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This guide
Safety icons
Other icons used
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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
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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
Initial setup
Setting up your software
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Registering your computer with Toshiba
To Shut down your computer
To Restart your computer
To Restart your computer
To place your computer in Sleep mode
Adding optional external devices
Adding optional external devices
Adding memory (optional)
Installing a memory module
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Removing a memory module
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Checking total memory
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive
Recovery option Description
Creating recovery media
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Restoring from recovery media
Refresh your PC (with users data)
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Reset your PC
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Installing drivers and applications
Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device
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Adjusting touch pad settings
Disabling or enabling the touch pad
Scrolling with the touch pad
Control buttons
Connecting an external device
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
Connecting an external monitor via the DisplayPort
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
Adjusting the quality of the external display
Customizing your computers settings
Customizing your computers settings
Caring for your computer
Cleaning the computer
Moving the computer
Caring for your computer
Using a computer lock
Chapter 2
Learning the Basics
Computing tips
Using the keyboard
Using the keyboard
Using the keyboard
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
Function keys
Mouse properties
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
Inserting an optical disc
Playing optical media
Recording optical media
Toshibas online resources
Removing a disc with the computer on
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
Using additional batteries
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 a TOSHIBA Function key to set the Power Plan
Using the eco power plan
Changing the main battery
Removing the battery from the computer
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Inserting a charged battery
Taking care of your battery
Taking care of your battery
Safety precautions
Disposing of used batteries
Maintaining your battery
Disposing of used batteries
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
Exploring audio features
Using Wireless LAN connectivity
Connecting your computer to a network
Exploring audio features
Exploring audio features
Recording sounds
Using a microphone
Using external speakers or headphones
Using the Web Camera
Using the Web Camera
Using an ExpressCard
Using an ExpressCard
Inserting an ExpressCard
Removing an ExpressCard
Using the Memory card reader
Using the Memory card reader
Using the Memory card reader
Inserting memory media
Removing memory media
Using the eSATA/USB combo port
Using the eSATA/USB combo port
Using the expansion port
Using the expansion port
Chapter 5
Utilities
Desktop Assist
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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
System Settings
Sleep and Charge
USB Sleep and Charge
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Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge
Power supply mode settings
HDD Protection Utility
HDD Protection Utility
Function Key
Function Key
Cooling Performance Diagnostic Tool
Cooling Performance Diagnostic Tool
PC Diagnostic Tool
PC Health Monitor
PC Health Monitor
Recovery Media Creator
Recovery Media Creator
Service Station
TOSHIBA Application Installer
TOSHIBA Application Installer
TOSHIBA Button Setting
TOSHIBA Button Setting
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Fingerprint Utility
Fingerprint utility limitations
Using the Fingerprint Utility
Fingerprint Logon
Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader
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Fingerprint reader limitations
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.
The computer displays the
Problems when you turn on the computer
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.
The Windows operating system can help you
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.
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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
Disk or storage drive problems
Your hard disk seems very slow.
Optical disc drive problems Your data files are damaged or corrupted.
Some programs 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
Some discs run correctly but others do not.
Sound system problems
No sound is coming from the computers speakers.
The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise.
ExpressCard problems
ExpressCard problems
ExpressCard checklist
Resolving ExpressCard problems
The slot appears to be dead. ExpressCards that used to work no longer work.
Printer problems
The system does not recognize your ExpressCard.
Printer problems
The printer will not print.
Wireless networking problems
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.
DVD operating problems
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.
The eSATA device is not recognized from Sleep or Hibernation mode.
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
TOSHIBA Function Keys
Functions
Lock (Instant security) Power plan
Sleep mode Hibernation mode
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Output (Display switch)
Display brightness
Disabling or enabling wireless devices
Disabling or enabling the touch pad
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Cursor control overlay Numeric overlay Scroll lock Volume Mute Optical disk drive
Keyboard Function keys
Zoom (Display resolution)
Appendix B
Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Glossary
Acronyms
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