Toshiba PT44GU-00W003, PT44GU-01C003

88 Mobile Computing

Traveling tips

TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be

required to pass your computer through airport security

equipment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your

computer.

Before using your computer aboard an aircraft, make

sure the Wireless antenna is OFF (Airplane mode is ON) if

your computer has wireless LAN capability.

To enable or disable wireless communication, use the

Fn + F8 key. For more information see “TOSHIBA

Function Keys” on page 147.

NOTE

Contents

Main Tecra Z40 - A Series Users Guide For the state of California only. Model: Tecra Z40 - A Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty Protection of Stored Data Critical Applications FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health Wireless Interoperability Wireless LAN and Your Health Canada Industry Canada (IC) Regulatory statements EU Declaration of Conformity The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information 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 Taiwan Using this Equipment in Japan VCCI Class B Information 2.4FH1 Device Authorization 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 ..............................68 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing ................................76 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computers Features.... 89 Chapter 5: Utilities................................................ 102 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong...................122 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys ..................147 Page Introduction 26 This guide 28 Safety icons Other icons used Your computers features and specifications 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 Connecting to a power source Page Charging the main battery Using the computer for the first time Initial setup Setting up your software Registering your computer with Toshiba To Shut down your computer To Restart your computer To place your computer in Sleep mode Adding optional external devices Adding memory Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Creating recovery media An Restoring from recovery media Page Refresh your PC (with users data) Page Reset your PC Page Page Installing drivers and applications Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device Using the touch pad Page 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 Adjusting the quality of the external display Customizing your computers settings Caring for your computer Cleaning the computer Moving the computer Chapter 2 Learning the Basics Computing tips Using the keyboard Function keys Special Windows keys Overlay keys Using the overlay to type numeric data Using the overlay for cursor control Backlit keyboard Touch screen Touch screen navigation Mouse properties Starting an app Starting an app from the Start screen Saving your work Backing up your work Toshibas online resources Chapter 3 Mobile Computing Toshibas energy-saver design Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Power management Charging batteries Charging the main battery Charging the RTC battery Monitoring 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 Changing the main battery Taking care of your battery Safety precautions Maintaining your battery Disposing of your computer Traveling tips Page Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computers Features Exploring the Start screen Charms Tiles Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Icons Taskbar Notification area Notifications Windows Store Setting up for communications Connect to the Internet Connecting your computer to a network Accessing a network Exploring audio features Recording sounds Using a microphone Using external speakers or headphones Using the Web Camera Using the Smart Card Reader Using the Memory card reader Inserting memory media Removing memory media Using the expansion port Page Chapter 5 Utilities eco Utility Password Utility Using a supervisor password Setting a supervisor password Page Deleting a supervisor password Using a user password Setting a user password Page Deleting a user password System Settings Page Sleep Utilities USB Sleep and Charge Page Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge Power supply mode settings Page Function Key Recovery Media Creator Service Station TOSHIBA Application Installer Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint utility limitations Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Logon Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader Page Fingerprint reader limitations Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix Problems when you turn on the computer Page The Windows operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems Refresh your computer Reset your computer Advanced options Internet problems The Windows operating system can help you Fixing a problem with Device Manager Checking device properties Power and the batteries Keyboard problems Display problems Page Disk or storage drive problems Error-checking Sound system problems Printer problems Wireless networking problems Develop good computing habits 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 If you need further assistance Contacting Toshiba Toshibas Technical Support Web site Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshibas worldwide offices Appendix A TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Lock (Instant security) Power plan Sleep mode Hibernation mode Output (Display switch) Display brightness Disabling or enabling wireless devices Disabling or enabling the touch pad Page Keyboard Function keys Zoom (Display resolution) Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Glossary Acronyms Page Terms A B C D E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U W Index