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1. cccceeeseeeeeeees 149 Display brightness ccccssceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 150 Disabling or enabling wireless devices 150 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 150 Disabling or enabling the cursor control ON SU de et ants 151 Disabling or enabling the numeric OV GUNA Etes 151 Disabling or enabling the scroll lock 151 Volume Mute a nannannnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnernnnenreneneene 151 Keyboard Function keys ccceceseeeeeeeeees 152 Zoom Display resolution 152 Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors 153 OS SAI da aa ans a a en 154 Introduction Cure Welcome to the world of powerful portable multimedia computing With your Toshiba computer your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go Your computer is ENERGY STAR qualified Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency s EPA ENERGY STAR Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes To conserve energy your computer ships with default power settings that will turn off the display or enter low power Sleep mode after a specific amount of inactivity We recommend that you leave this and other e
2. 47 Creating recovery media 48 Restoring from recovery media 50 Refresh your PC with users data 52 Reset your PC 54 Installing drivers and applications 57 Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device 58 Using the touch pad cccseccecceeeceeeeeeseeeeeesaees 59 Adjusting touch pad settings 62 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 62 Connecting an external device 62 Using external display devices 63 Selecting video cables 63 Connecting an HDMITM compatible television or display device 63 Connecting an external monitor or OOo ans E 64 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer cccceeeeeeeeeees 64 Adjusting the quality of the external AS 6 Caen a se un 65 Contents 2 1 Customizing your computer s settings 66 Caring for your computer 66 Cleaning the computer 66 Moving the computer 67 Chapter 2 Learning the Basics 68 Computing tips cceecesseeceeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeseaeeseeeeees 68 Using the keyboard 69 Function KEYS serbes tes esse 70 Special Windows keys ccccssccsesssseeeeeeees 71 Overlay keys ccccccecsseeeeeseeseeeeeeeeeeseaeeeeaeeeees 71 Backlit keyboard 72 WOUCIG Ch CCN ccc de eue 72 Touch screen navigation
3. 73 Mouse properties 74 Starting AN app 74 Starting an app from the Start screen 74 Saving your WOKK 0cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeeeseaeeees 75 Backing UP your Work 76 Toshiba s online resources 76 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing ccceeeeeeee ees 17 Toshiba s energy saver design 17 Running the computer on battery power Tf Battery NOTICE ss 18 Power management 19 Charging batteries ccccccceececeeeeseeeseeeseeeeees 79 Charging the main battery cccseeeeees 79 Charging the RTC battery 80 Monitoring battery power 81 Determining remaining battery power 82 What to do when the main battery runs 0 asic tera nc nee ean tee da esoeewadaceveesnccds 83 Setting battery notifications 83 Conserving battery power cccsseeeeeeeeees 84 POWET PIANS ends sense csserest mn 85 Using the eco power plan 86 Changing the main battery 87 2 2 Contents Taking care of your battery 87 Safety precautions cccccseeeeeseeeeeseeeeseeeees 87 Maintaining your battery cccceceeceeeeeeeees 88 Disposing of your COMPUTEL ccceceeeeeeeeeees 88 WR AW CIO AS RAEE eau 88 Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer s Features 90 Exploring the Start screen cccssscesseeeeeeeeeees 90 ASIAN ees e e E AE E 91 WING 92 Exploring the desktop 92 Finding your way around the de
4. Enroll additional fingers if recognition failure occurs often using enrolled fingers Check your finger condition Changed conditions such as injured rough extremely dry wet soiled dirty oily soaked or swollen fingers may lower the recognition success rate Also if the fingerprint is worn down or the finger becomes thinner or fatter the recognition Success rate may be lowered The fingerprint for each finger is different and unique Please ensure that only the registered or enrolled fingerprint or fingerprints are used for identification Check sliding position see illustration below lt lt fit Sample Illustration Aligning the finger on the reader Utilities 1 271 Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint reader limitations LC The fingerprint reader compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint However there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or recognition is not successful within a fixed duration The recognition success rate may differ from user to user TOSHIBA does not guarantee that this fingerprint recognition technology will be error free TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint reader will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times TO
5. Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read Volatile here means that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer This type of memory is used for your computer s main memory See also memory Compare ROM Random Access Memory See RAM Read Only Memory See ROM reboot See boot restart removable disk A disk that can be removed from a disk drive A Flash drive is one example of a removable disk resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen Fora printer resolution is expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Synonymous with reboot To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off See also boot Glossary 1 6 RGB Red Green Blue monitor A monitor that reproduces all colors by mixing red green and blue light in various combinations RJ45 connector An eight wire connector used to connect a computer to a network ROM Read Only Memory Non volatile memory that can be read but not written to Non volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to store your computer s BIOS which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up See also B OS memory Compare RAM Secure Digital
6. on page 64 110 Utilities System Settings La Boot Options Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system Boot Priority Allows you to configure boot priority settings Boot Speed Reduces the time needed for the BIOS to initialize using either the Fast or Normal settings Panel open Power on Allows you to turn on the computer when opening the display panel while the computer is turned off Power On By AC Allows you to turn on the computer by plugging in the AC adaptor Keyboard Allows you to access the wake on keyboard function or to configure the function keys USB Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation and internal USB 3 0 controller Ca Internal USB 3 0 Controller Allows you to save power If disabled the USB 3 0 ports will function like the USB 2 0 ports System ON CDP Charge Mode Allows you to enable CDP Charging Downstream Port to use rapid USB charge while the computer is powered on SATA Allows you to set conditions for SATA LAN Allows you to set networking functions Advanced Options Allows you to set conditions for various functions Web Camera Allows you to enable disable the Web Camera SD Host Controller Allows you to enable disable the SD Host Controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2 0 Allows you to enable disable the Intel Turbo Boost Technolo
7. 3 Inthe lower right of the screen click or touch the Power W icon Shut down option x Shut down Available Restart Power a Notifications Power Keyboard Sample Image Shut down NOTE To perform a Hybrid shut down instead of performing a Shut down click or touch the Shut down option but do NOT hold the Shift key 4 Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key and then click or touch the Shut down option The computer closes all open applications shuts down the operating system and then turns off Getting Started 5 To Restart your computer To Restart your computer 1 From the Start or Desktop screen move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge 2 When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Settings Es charm 3 Inthe lower right of the screen click or touch the Power W icon Sleep Shut down Restart option Power O Notifications Power Sample Image Restart 4 Highlight Restart and then click or touch the Restart option The computer closes all open applications and restarts the operating system To place your computer in Sleep mode 1 From the Start or Desktop screen move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge 2 When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Settings Es charm CAUTION lf you power down using the Sleep command and
8. 4 Click or touch Install then follow the on screen prompts to complete the installation process 1 1 8 Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Authentication Utility Available on certain models The fingerprint authentication utility can be used to replace the keyboard based user password authentication system when booting up The fingerprint authentication utility can also be used for user logon The user s fingerprint is read if the system recognizes the fingerprint the user is automatically logged on Fingerprint utility limitations TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or error free TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the fingerprint software or utility Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility To access the Fingerprint Authentication Utility from the Start screen begin typing Fingerprint Utility then click or touch the Fingerprint Utility For information on enrolling fingerprints and using the utility please refer to your online Help file NOTE It is recommended that you complete the Fingerprint practice tutorial before starting fingerprint enrollment The Fingerprint practice tutorial shows how to achieve the highest quality fingerprint samples If you choose to u
9. for the text file name If you have saved a password previously using the same name may overwrite your password text file with the new password By using a different name you can prevent overwriting your previously stored passwords 8 Click or touch Save 9 Click or touch OK 106 Utilities Password Utility Deleting a supervisor password To delete a supervisor password 1 To access Supervisor Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility Click or touch Password Utility A pop up screen appears asking for a password Enter your password and then click or touch Verify Click or touch Supervisor Password Click or touch Delete An authority verification pop up screen appears Click or touch Delete Enter the password and then click or touch Verify NOTE 8 Password Utility will suggest memo txt for the text file name If you have saved a password previously using the same name may overwrite your password text file with the new password By using a different name you can prevent overwriting your previously stored passwords Click or touch OK to exit Using a user password A user password provides power on password protection Setting a user password CAUTION ff you choose to set a supervisor or user password TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it TOSHIBA is not responsib
10. resolution This allows you to reset your display settings in the event they have been improperly set Enable debugging mode Starts Windows in an advanced troubleshooting mode Enable boot logging Creates a file that lists all the drivers that are installed during startup 1 2 8 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not working Enable Safe Mode Starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services If the computer starts and runs in Safe Mode you will Know the Operating System is most likely working properly and that you should look to third party applications or drivers for the source of your problem Disable driver signature enforcement Allows drivers containing improper signatures to be installed Disable early launch anti malware protection Allows drivers to initialize without being measured by the Anti malware driver Disable automatic restart on system failure Prevents Windows from automatically restarting if an error causes it to fail Choose this option only if Windows is stuck in a loop where it fails attempts to restart and fails again repeatedly Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet They include network speed network conditions time of day when everyone else is surfing your access can be slow and popularity of the sites you are trying to access If a
11. scientific devices medical devices microwave ovens licensed radio stations and non licensed specified low power radio stations for mobile object identification systems RFID used in factory product lines Other Radio Stations 1 Before using this equipment ensure that it does not interfere with any of the equipment listed above 2 If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations promptly change the frequency being used change the location of use or turn off the source of emissions 3 Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations 15 2 Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 2 4DSOF4 En oe 4 1 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz 2 D amp This equipment uses DS SS modulation OF This equipment uses OFDM modulation 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m 4 DM This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 3 2 4FH1 CIT 4 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHZ FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHZ 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Fri
12. touch pad Accupoint or tablet pen whichever is available with your notebook computer or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball with a comfortable hand posture Avoid awkward hand postures or high gripping force It is helpful to change the type of pointing device that you use on a regular basis to avoid working in just one hand posture 34 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Taking breaks and varying tasks Change the way you work so that you are not stuck in the same posture for long periods of time Some people find it comfortable to occasionally stand while using the notebook To do this properly the notebook needs to be on an elevated surface Make sure you follow the Good Working Posture points mentioned above while working Take short strategically spaced rest breaks to avoid eye strain and body fatigue For example stand up and walk around or stretch for a few minutes every hour Taking regular breaks is especially important if you are working long hours on your computer or working on a deadline If stress at work is affecting your health try to identify the sources of the stress and evaluate ways to reduce the stress Mobile computing tips gt When using the notebook at airports on airplanes or trains or at meetings make sure that you take the time to consider the points just mentioned When working on the road it may be difficult to set up the notebo
13. A This TOSHIBA Function key decreases the screen brightness This TOSHIBA Function key increases the screen brightness Disabling or enabling wireless devices Fn F8 p This TOSHIBA Function key enables disables the Wi Fi antenna in your computer NOTE Allow about 5 seconds to switch between modes The wireless modes are Disables the wireless antenna Airplane mode is ON Enables the wireless antenna Airplane mode is OFF Disabling or enabling the touch pad Fn F9 Q g This TOSHIBA Function key enables disables the touch pad To enable disable the touch pad press Fn F9 For more information on using the touch pad see Using the touch pad on page 59 NOTE The Fn F9 Function key applies only to the touch pad and not to the AccuPoint II pointing device TOSHIBA Function Keys 1 51 Functions Disabling or enabling the cursor control overlay Fn F10 This TOSHIBA Function key enables disables the cursor control overlay Disabling or enabling the numeric overlay Fn 11 This TOSHIBA Function key enables disables the numeric overlay Disabling or enabling the scroll lock Fn F12 This TOSHIBA Function key enables disables the scroll lock Volume Mute Fn Esc This TOSHIBA Function key enables disables volume c a mute When volume mute is enabled no sound will come from the speakers or headphones gt D2 TOSHIBA Function Keys Fu
14. Hibernation mode 148 keyboard Function keys 152 Lock Instant security 148 Output Display switch 149 Power plan 148 Sleep mode 148 volume mute 151 Zoom Display resolution 152 function keys 70 H headphones using 97 l icon desktop 93 moving to desktop 93 recycle bin 93 safety 28 Shut down 44 45 46 function keys 70 overlay keys 71 special Windows keys 71 troubleshooting 131 using 69 keys function keys 70 overlay for cursor control 72 overlay keys 71 overlay to type numeric data 72 L LEDs system indicator lights 82 AC adaptor light 81 AC power light 39 41 battery light 41 Web Camera light 98 Licenses 17 M maintaining your battery 88 memory adding 46 Memory card reader inserting memory media 99 removing memory media 100 using 99 microphone using 96 monitor connecting 64 monitor problems troubleshooting 132 monitoring battery power 81 mouse properties 74 1 12 Index moving the computer 67 N network accessing 96 connecting your computer 96 networking wireless 95 notification area 94 notifications 94 O online resources Toshiba 76 optional external devices adding 46 password deleting a supervisor 106 deleting a user 108 instant password 104 power on password 104 setting 104 setting a supervisor 104 setting a user 106 supervisor password 104 user password 104 utility 104 port HDMI 63 RGB 63 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 40 cord cable 41 cord cable co
15. and offices offer Wi Fi access Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using the computer s internal microphones available on certain models or an optional external microphone You can listen to sound files or audio CDs using the built in speakers headphones or external speakers Recording sounds You may record sounds using the computer s internal microphones available on certain models or by connecting an optional external microphone Using a microphone 1 If you want to use an external microphone connect it to the computer 2 From the Start screen begin typing Sound Recorder and click or touch your selection If you are in the Desktop move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Search fg charm and in the Search field tyoe Sound Recorder Start Recording Stop Recording button Sample Image Sound Recorder screen 3 Click or touch the Start Recording button 4 Speak normally into the microphone Using Exploring Your Computer s Features O Exploring audio features 5 When you have finished recording click or touch the Stop Recording button The Save As dialog box appears 6 To save the file type a file name and then click or touch Save external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers Instead of
16. can contain files and other folders format verb To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer s operating system Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it frontside bus The primary pathway bus between the CPU and the computer s main memory Also called system bus See also bus 1 62 Glossary Function key 1 A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters such as the battery save mode 2 A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 typically located on the keyboard Their function is determined by the operating system and or individual programs G ground A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are connected It has a potential of zero 0 volts is connected to the earth and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit hard disk A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than some external media and are used for long term storage of programs and data The primary or only hard disk in a computer is usually fixed but some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable hardware The physical components of a computer system Compa
17. computer hosting the site See also nfernet Index A AC adaptor 39 AC power 79 AC power light 39 accessing network 96 AccuPoint primary button 58 secondary button 58 adding memory 46 optional external devices 46 adequate ventilation cooling fan 38 adjusting touch pad settings 62 app starting 74 App starting from Start screen 74 apps starting from Start screen 74 audio features 96 B backing up files 69 76 Backlit keyboard 72 battery battery life 78 care 87 88 changing 87 charge indicator light 41 charge time 79 charger 79 charging 41 79 charging the real time clock RTC 80 conserving power 84 determine remaining power 82 indicator light 82 low charge 83 maintaining 88 maximum capacity 78 monitoring power 41 81 power management 79 power options 83 real time clock RTC 79 recharge time 78 RTC memory 79 running computer on battery power 77 169 Index 170 safety precautions 87 setting notifications 83 taking care of 87 battery indicator light 82 BIOS Setup see System Settings C caring for your computer 66 changing battery 87 charging the battery 41 cleaning the computer 66 communications set up 95 computer caring for 66 cleaning 66 disposal 88 environmental precautions 30 88 moving 67 running on battery power 77 setting up 38 computer will not start troubleshooting 123 computing habits troubleshooting 138 computing tips 68 connecting AC adap
18. enter Sleep mode or Hibernation mode or to completely shut down when the notification goes off To change the default notification settings 1 While on the desktop click or touch the Battery f icon in the notification area 2 Click or touch More power options The Power Options window appears 3 Click or touch Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized The Edit Plan Settings window appears 4 Click or touch Change advanced power settings The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears 8 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5 Double click or touch Battery to display the battery options Advanced settings gt Select the power plan that you want to customize and E then choose settings that reflect how you want your computer to manage power Change settings that are currently unavailable Balanced Active v Battery Critical battery action Low battery level A Critical battery level On battery 5 Plugged in 5 Low battery notification Low battery action Reserve battery level Restore plan defaults Ok Cancel Sample Image Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 6 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors such as How the computer is configured How much you u
19. is available for your computer The Service Station will alert you when updates are available and you can then choose to install the updates if you wish Utilities 1 1 1 TOSHIBA Application Installer TOSHIBA Application Installer NOTE You must have an Internet connection to reinstall applications The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer To reinstall drivers and applications 1 To access TOSHIBA Application Installer from the Start screen begin typing Application Installer 2 Click or touch TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer window appears TOSHIBA Le us Application and Driver Installer Choose an item and press the Install button Application Driver O Atheros LAN Driver Atheros Wireless LAN Driver O DTS Sound Intel Chipset SW Installation Utility O Inte Display Driver Intel Management Engine Interface Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver Realtek Audio Driver 0 Realtek Card Reader O Synaptics Touch Pad Driver O TOSHIBA Audio Enhancement TOSHIBA Function Key TOSHIBA HDD Accelerator O TOSHIBA Password Utility O TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA Resolution Plug in for Windows Version 8 0 1 300 v Install Close Sample Image TOSHIBA Application Installer selection screen 3 Click or touch the item you want to install
20. menu problem solving 125 supervisor password deleting 106 supervisor password set up 104 system indicator lights AC power 39 LEDs 41 81 82 98 System Settings 109 T taking care of battery 87 taskbar 93 television adjusting display 65 Tiles Start screen 92 tips for computing 68 Toshiba online resources 76 registering computer Toshiba Web site 43 worldwide offices 146 TOSHIBA Application Installer 117 Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 58 TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 147 touch pad using 59 touch screen navigation 73 traveling tips 88 troubleshooting 132 AC power light is blinking 124 battery light is blinking 125 bookmarked site not found 128 checking device properties 129 computer will not start 123 contacting Toshiba 144 corrupted damaged data files 135 data entire system backup 141 Device Manager 129 display error message 133 display problems screen is blank 132 error message warning resume failure 124 Error checking 134 external display problems 133 external keyboard 132 Index 174 external monitor 132 good computing habits 138 hard disk drive is slow 135 high pitched noise 136 installing hardware software 142 keyboard 131 missing files trouble accessing a drive 134 power and batteries 130 printer 136 restore points 139 screen does not look correct flickers 132 slow Internet connection 128 sound system 135 trouble running programs 135 URL address not found 128 USB Sleep and C
21. perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as a mouse L1 level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache CPU cache L2 cache L2 level two cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory See also cache CPU cache L1 cache LAN Local Area Network A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network LED Light Emitting Diode A solid state lamp SSL that uses light emitting diodes LEDs as the source of light which offers long life and high efficiency output Multiple diodes are used together since the light created by individual light emitting diodes is small compared to incandescent and compact fluorescent lamps LCD Liquid Crystal Display A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels When an electric current passes through the electrodes the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it A filter over the electrodes permits only non polarized light to pass to the surface of the display creating light and dark pixels 1 6 Glossary load To move information from a storage device such as a hard disk into memory for process
22. pictures or recording video messages may vary To access the Web Camera on the Start screen click or touch the Camera tile The Web Camera indicator light glows when the Web Camera is active NOTE When the Web camera is not active the indicator light is off Using the Smart Card Reader Available on certain models NOTE To locate your Smart Card slot please refer to your Quick Start document Your computer may include a Smart Card Reader This allows you to use a Smart Card for added security purposes There are several different Smart Cards available for purchase as well as the software application needed Visit your local electronics store or check the Web for other sources Smart Card slot Available on certain models Sample I lustration Smart Card Reader on side of computer Exploring Your Computer s Features O9 Using the Memory card reader Using the Memory card reader The Memory card reader supports the use of Secure Digital SD SDHC SDXC microSD miniSDTM MultiMediaCard MMC and may support other media These media can be used with a variety of digital products digital music players cellular phones PDAs digital cameras digital video camcorders etc CAUTION To use a microSD Card or minisD Card an SD adapter is required The Memory card reader may also support other types of media NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk functio
23. program or application you want to close and then click or touch End Task in the lower right corner Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with the next step 3 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then select End Task Closing all programs should allow you to continue working If it does not power off your computer and then restart it Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power The computer will not start Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord cable properly Press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds If you are using the AC adaptor check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device such as a lamp Verify that the computer is on by looking at the Power button If the button is glowing the computer is on If the button is not lit try turning the computer off and then on again lf you are using an AC adaptor verify that the computer is receiving power from the external power source by checking the AC power light located on the left side of the computer If the indicator is glowing the computer is connected to a live external power source D If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE Windows Error Recovery Windows did not shut down successfully message T
24. requires even if the rated voltage is correct and the plug fits correctly in the DC IN socket The labels on the bottom of the computer and the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage V and current A for each device The voltage level must match exactly The amperage rating of the AC adaptor must be equal to or greater than that required by the computer If Something Goes Wrong 1 2 5 The Windows operating system is not working The battery light is blinking when the computer is on If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on this indicates a power mismatch Do the following 1 Check the OUTPUT specifications on the AC adaptor for example DC 19V 3 95A 2 Check the INPUT specifications on the bottom of the computer The output specifications of the AC adaptor must match the input specifications of the computer 3 If the specifications do not match locate and use the AC adaptor that shipped with your computer If the specifications do match contact Toshiba See Contacting Toshiba on page 145 The Windows operating system is not working Once you are familiar with your computer and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly For example The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears The operating system takes a long time to start The operatin
25. system Click or touch the Refresh button Your system will restart The Refreshing your PC window appears When the process is complete your system will reboot your Windows operating system Reset your PC CAUTION The recovery process deletes information stored on the internal storage drive Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery see Backing up your work on page 76 NOTE During the recovery process your computer be must connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor From the Start or Desktop screen move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Settings fs charm Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Click or touch Change PC Settings The PC settings window appears Click or touch Update and recovery Click or touch Recovery Select Remove everything and reinstall Windows and click or touch Get Started The Reset your PC screen appears Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Click or touch the Next button The Do you want to fully clean your drive screen appears Select one of the following options Just remove my files Fully clean the drive The Ready to reset your PC screen appears Click or touch the Reset button The Resetting your PC window appears When the process is complete y
26. the screen The on screen pointer may also seem to automatically select text click buttons and activate other user interface elements For help with these problems try one or more of the following Try adjusting your typing technique to avoid accidental contact with the touch pad You may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with the heel of your hand as you type Also accidental light touches or taps on the touch pad may select an item or text on the screen and potentially the item or text may be replaced by the next character you type Temporarily disable the touch pad so that it does not respond to touch or button presses while you type See Disabling or enabling the touch pad on page 62 Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad so that it is less responsive to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by computer model The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel For more information please visit support toshiba com Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default To enable disable the touch pad press Fn F9 For more information see Disabling or enabling the touch pad on page 150 Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on your system some models may include USB 3 0 port s To distinguish these ports please look for the blue inset within the USB 3 0 p
27. the last app opened on the Start screen For more information refer to Help amp Support or see Exploring the Start screen on page 90 Application key Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10 key keypad on a desktop computer s keyboard amp HOME 7 8B lpcup 9 aK 11 0 s _ 4 5 6 K L 1 2 PGDN 3 P EN 4 2 3 L P e 2 amp f e INS 0 DEL H CTRL ALT Q ALT E CTRL KL 7 Sample Illustration Numeric and cursor control overlay 2 Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys simultaneously The numeric overlay light glows when the numeric overlay is on To turn the numeric overlay on press Fn and F11 To disable the numeric overlay hold down the Fn key and press F11 again The numeric overlay light goes out Using the overlay for cursor control The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are the cursor control overlay keys t To turn the cursor
28. using the internal speakers you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers A CAUTION Before putting on headphones to listen turn the volume down Do not set the volume too high when using headphones Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing Fa TECHNICAL NOTE When using amplified speakers use speakers that require an external power source Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer 2 Using any necessary adapters plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack The headphone jack requires a 16 ohm stereo mini connector To adjust the volume For external speakers use the volume controls on each speaker For headphones use the computer s volume control Q 8 Exploring Your Computer s Features Using the Web Camera Using the Web Camera Your computer may come with a built in Web Camera With this Web Camera you can do the following Take pictures and record videos with your computer Chat with others and have them see you while using instant messaging IM programs Have video conference calls NOTE To email instant message or video conference you must be connected to the Internet Depending on your computer model the process of sending email taking
29. 4 otherwise skip to step 5 4 Gently press the card inward to release it The card pops out slightly 5 Grasp the card and pull it straight out iN Sample lllustration Removing memory media Exploring Your Computer s Features 1 01 Using the expansion port CAUTION Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read Even when the Windows message copying disappears writing to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed Wait for the indicator light to go out Using the expansion port Available on certain models Expansion mn ALA Available on certain models Sample Illustration Expansion port on underside of computer NOTE To locate your expansion port please refer to your Quick Start document The expansion port located on the bottom of your computer is used to attach expansion devices such as a Port Replicator not shipped with your system A Port Replicator is an excellent investment if you are using your computer both in and out of the office While you are using your computer away from your desk you can leave network cables and external devices such as printers a mouse speakers and USB devices connected to a Port Replicator on your desk When you return to your desk you can then quickly connect your computer to the Port Replicator and have immediate access to all of your network resources and external devices This eliminates t
30. A An external device that supports hot swapping and fast data transfer Very useful in storing and transferring large files executable file A computer program that is ready to run Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files Names of executable files usually end with a bat or exe extension expansion device A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities Other names for an expansion device are port expander port replicator docking station or network adapter extension See fe extension external device See device file A collection of related information saved on disk with a unique name file may be a program information used by a program or a document See also document File Allocation Table FAT The section of a storage drive that keeps track of the location of stored files file name A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder It consists of two parts the actual name and the file name extension See also fe extension file extension The three characters following the period pronounced dot at the end of a file name The extension indicates the type of file Examples are exe for program files and hlp for help files See also file name folder Also called directory A container for organizing files saved to a disk A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image icon of a file folder A folder
31. Bitte mit Handler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen Restricted frequency band only channels 1 to 7 2400 MHz and 2454 MHz respectively may be used outdoors in France Please contact A R T http www art telecom fr for applicable procedures to follow Bande de fr quence restreinte seuls les canaux 1 7 2400 et 2454 MHz respectivement doivent tre utilises endroits ext rieur en France Vous pouvez contacter Autorite de R gulation des T l communications http www art telecom fr pour la proc dure a suivre License required for indoor use Use with outdoor installations not allowed E necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per luso interno Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire Nederland License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller TT forpocedire totalon oS AA Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes Neem BE op met verkoper voor hise proewe o 13 Europe Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries European Community 5150 5250 5250 5350 5470 5725 MHz Countries MHz MHz Channels 100 104 Channels 36 Channels 52 108 112 116 120 40 44 48 56 60 64 124 128 132 136 140 Indoor Outdoor Indoor Only Indoor Only Belgium France Switzerland Liechtenstein Denmark Finland Germany Greece Ireland Italy Luxembourg Netherlands Norway Portugal Sweden UK camden O allowed x forbidd
32. Disc Rewrite Memory Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor Central Processing Unit Direct Current Direct Memory Access Dual Inline Memory Module Disk Operating System DPI DVD Glossary 1 D D Dots Per Inch Digital Versatile or Video Disc DVD ROM Digital Versatile or Video Disc Read Only eSATA FAT FCC GB GBps HDD HDMI Memory external Serial Advanced Technology Attachment File Allocation Table Federal Communications Commission gigabyte gigabytes per second Hard Disk Drive High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI CEC High Definition Multimedia Interface Consumer HTML IEEE I O IRQ ISP KB LAN LCD LED MB MBps MIDI PC PCI PCMCIA RAM RGB Electronics Control Hypertext Markup Language Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Input Output interrupt request Internet Service Provider kilobyte Local Area Network Liquid Crystal Display Light Emitting Diode megabyte megabytes per second Musical Instrument Digital Interface Personal Computer Peripheral Component Interconnect Personal Computer Memory Card International Association Random Access Memory Red Green Blue light monitor 1 56 Glossary RFI Radio Frequency Interference ROM Read Only Memory RTC Real Time Clock SD Secure Digital SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SSD Solid State Drive TFT Thin Film Transistor USB Universal Serial Bus URL Uniform Resource Locator WAN Wide Area Netw
33. For information on using the Recovery media you have created with the preceding steps see Restoring from recovery media on page 50 Restoring from recovery media CAUTION The recovery process deletes information stored on the internal storage drive Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery see Backing up your work on page 76 NOTE During the recovery process your computer must be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor If you have created recovery media for your system you can restore your system from such media if necessary For example if your original internal storage drive fails you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery media For instructions on creating recovery media see Creating recovery media on page 48 NOTE Getting Started 51 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive When you restore your system only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored Any files that you created are not restored during this process Be sure to separately save the files you have created to external media using Windows or another backup program For more information see Backing up your work on page 76 To recover your internal storage drive from recovery media 1 2 Make sure your computer is turned off Do one of the following If your recovery files
34. HIBA Europe GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany 11 The European Union WEEE Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive Information The European Union WEEE Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on recycling and reuse This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in European Union EU member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol If the product s battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd defined in the Battery Directive 2006 66 EC then the chemical symbols for lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery SR Pb Hg Cd In the European Union these symbols indicate that when the last end user wishes to discard this product it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in other countries such as the United States Although the initial emphasis is in Europe Toshiba is already working with design engineers suppliers and other partners to determine appropriate worldw
35. L LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION YOU AND NOT TOSHIBA ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE 4 FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation wi
36. OTE During the recovery process your computer must be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor You can recover the factory default software refresh your PC while the computer will attempt to back up your data using the utilities stored on your computer s internal storage drive TECHNICAL NOTE Your data will be copied into the backup folder All of the data will be moved to this folder during the recovery process however the current directory structure will be retained From the Start or Desktop screen move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Settings fs charm Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Click or touch Change PC Settings The PC settings window appears Click or touch Update and recovery Click or touch Recovery Select Refresh your PC without affecting your files and click or touch Get Started The Refresh your PC screen appears Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery see Backing up your work on page 76 54 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive T Click or touch the Next button to begin The Ready to refresh your PC screen appears Sample Image Ready to refresh your PC screen You will be prompted to refresh your
37. Point II AccuPoint Il secondary primary button button Touch pad ON OFF buton Touch pad Touch pad primary Touch pad secondary button button gt Sample lustration TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device buttons AccuPoint Il pointing device Moves the cursor and selects items on the screen To move the cursor gently push the pointing device in the direction you want the cursor to move Pushing harder on the pointing device moves the cursor faster AccuPoint Il Primary button Performs the same function as the left button on a mouse When a step instructs you to click or choose an item move the cursor to the item then press and release the primary button To double click press the primary button twice in rapid succession AccuPoint Il Secondary button Performs the same function as the right button on a mouse For more information see Disabling or enabling the touch pad on page 150 NOTE The touch pad ON OFF button applies only to the touch pad and not to the AccuPoint II pointing device Getting Started DO Using the touch pad Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications and only on certain models You can use the touch pad the small touch sensitive area in front of the keyboard and the adjacent control buttons to Move the pointer on the screen Select an item on the screen Open o
38. S See B OS baud rate The speed at which a communication device such as a printer or modem transmits information Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second not necessarily the same as bits per second See also bits per second Blu ray Disc BD Offering more storage capacity than DVDs the format was developed to allow for more data storage and to enable recording and playback of high definition video HD BIOS Basic Input Output System Basic instructions stored in read only memory ROM containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up the computer bits per second bps A way of measuring the speed at which information is passed between two devices This is the basic unit of measure used in modem communications and is similar but not identical to the baud rate See also baud rate boot To start the computer The term boot originates from bootstrap program as in pulling itself up by its bootstraps a program that loads and initializes the operating system See also reboot boot disk See system disk boot priority startup sequence The order in which the computer accesses its internal storage drives to locate the startup files Under the default startup sequence the computer looks for the startup files in the external media before checking the internal storage drive bus An electrical circuit that connec
39. SD A small portable non volatile memory card used to store and transfer data between digital products providing encryption capability for content security select To highlight or otherwise specify text data or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it shortcut See keyboard shortcut Sleep A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again software See program Compare hardware solid state drive A data storage device that utilizes solid state memory as opposed to a hard disk see also hard dish Solid state drives hold a large amount of information and are used for storage of programs and data Start screen Displays the new Windows operating system look and feel Suspend A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again Swipe Swipe an open window to the left or right of the screen to display the next or previous window 1 6 8 Glossary system prompt The symbol in the MS DOS operating system generally a drive letter followed by a greater than sign indicating where users are to enter command s T TFT display See active matnx display Touch To activate it
40. SHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of this fingerprint recognition software or utility Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are relatively easy to identify and solve Others may require help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of the software program This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Problems that are easy to fix Your program or application stops responding NOTE The operating system allows for the use of both applications Apps used with the Windows Modern UI and programs used in the traditional Windows desktop environment For the purpose of simplifying the information we will use the terms interchangeably in this chapter 122 If Something Goes Wrong 1 23 Problems when you turn on the computer If you are working in a program that suddenly freezes chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs To close a program that has stopped responding 1 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously once and then click or touch Task Manager The Task Manager window appears 2 Select the
41. TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt Tecra Z40 Z50 A Series User s Guide If you need assistance Technical support is available online at Toshiba s Web site at support toshiba com At this Web site you will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers BIOS updates and other downloads For more information see If Something Goes Wrong on page 122 in this guide GMAD0O0370011 11 13 2 AWARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling For the state of California only Model Tecra Z40 Z50 A Series Recordable and or ReWritable Drive s and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may include Recordable and or ReWritable optical disc drive s and associated software among the most advanced data storage technologies available As with any new technology you must read and follow all set up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and or manuals enclosed or provided electronically If you fail to do so this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU AGREE THAT
42. TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA NETWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF Protection of Stored Data For your important data please make periodic back up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures alteration or loss of the data IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any critical applications Critical applications means life support systems medical applications connections to implanted medical devices commercial transportation nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage ACCORDINGLY TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND AL
43. The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life Safety precautions AWARNING Always immediately turn the power off and disconnect the power cable cord plug from the plug socket and stop using the computer if you observe any of the following conditions LC ae Se Se ee LC Offensive or unusual odor Excessive heat Discoloration Deformation cracks or leaks Smoke Other unusual events during use such as abnormal sound Do not expose the computer to fire The battery could explode Do not turn on the computer s power again until an authorized Toshiba service provider has checked it for safety Continued use could cause a fire or rupture possibly resulting in serious injury or computer failure including but not limited to the loss of data 88 Mobile Computing Disposing of your computer Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack will allow better accuracy of the battery meter To fully discharge your battery pack periodically disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Disposing of your computer A WARNING Never attempt to dispose of a computer by burning or by throwing it into a fire and never allow exposure to a heating apparatus e g microwave oven Heat can cause a computer to explode and or release caustic liquid both which may possibly cause ser
44. Use the table of contents and the index to find specific information 2 8 Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries damage to your equipment or loss of data These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk and icons highlight these instructions as follows FIN TT Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTE Provides important information Other icons used 7 Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information TECHNICAL NOTE This icon indicates technical information about the computer HINT This icon indicates helpful hints and tips used in the text CA lt P DEFINITION This icon indicates the definition of a term LN Introduction 2 Q Documentation Your computer s features and specifications Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possible co
45. appears 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of your files with File History under the System and Security heading Follow the on screen instructions to back up your files For additional Help while in the Windows Desktop screen press the F1 key to launch the Windows Help and Support screen Search for back up files General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware printers pointing devices external hard drives optional external writable optical disc drive writers scanners etc and software applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser Create a restore point refer to Saving system configuration with restore points on page 139 Before installing anything use the System Restore utility to set a restore point see the section titled restore points If anything goes wrong you will then be able to easily restore the Windows operating system to the state it was in prior to the installation undoing any changes that the installation process introduced Back up your critical data see Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system on page 141 Have your back up DVD s on hand in case you need any files from them If Something Goes Wrong 1 3 Develop good computing habits Do not guess follo
46. are on DVDs insert the first recovery DVD into your optional external writable optical disc drive If your recovery files are on a USB flash drive connect the USB flash drive to your computer Turn on your computer while pressing the F12 key on your keyboard The Boot menu displays Using the arrow keys select the DVD option or the USB Flash option depending on which type of media you are using and then press the ENTER key A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is executed all data on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten Click or touch Yes to continue Follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process When the process is complete a message displays indicating that the drive has been recovered Click or touch Finish to restart the computer 52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Refresh your PC with user s data CAUTION Using Refresh your PC recovers your Windows installation to an earlier state while attempting to keep your data and apps you installed from the Windows Store Your PC settings and any Desktop Applications installed from media or websites will be deleted Toshiba does not guarantee that your data will not be deleted during the Refresh process Please make a back up of your data to external media before executing this process For more information see Backing up your work on page 76 N
47. areful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer It could damage the computer or cause system failure Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk disc or flash media may damage the disk disc or flash media the drive or both Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as large stereo speakers Information on some disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files CAUTION Handle discs carefully Avoid touching the surface of the C disc Grasp it by its center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could damage the disc and possibly lose data Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet Occasionally even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus You need a special program to check for viruses 3 8 Getting Started Setting up your computer Important information on your computer s cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer WARNING Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a p
48. bled USB bus power DC 5V will be supplied to the compatible port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF USB bus power DC 5V is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports However some external devices cannot be charged solely by supplying USB bus power DC 5V As for the specifications of the external devices please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use lf USB Sleep and Charge is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during standby and hibernation or when the computer is turned off It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when enabling the USB Sleep and Charge function Using the USB Sleep and Charge function to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers If an external device is connected to the compatible port when the AC adaptor is not connected to the computer the battery of the computer will be depleted even when the power of the computer is turned OFF As such we recommend that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the USB Sleep and Charge function External devices connected to the USB bus power DC 5V function that interfaces with the power ON OFF of the computer may always be in an operational state When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to the compatible po
49. ccessing a particular site is very slow try later My browser cannot find the URL address typed in Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with the forward slash Check the spelling of each name and the syntax of the address carefully A single incorrect letter or missed character will make it impossible for your browser to locate the site My browser cannot find a site bookmarked The World Wide Web is constantly changing A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server may be down for temporary repair Try again later If Something Goes Wrong 1 29 Fixing a problem with Device Manager The Windows operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem Getting to the online Help will differ depending on which interface you are in Start screen ype Help and Support NOTE As soon as you begin typing the search feature automatically begins Desktop Press the F1 key When the Windows Help and Support screen appears do one or both of the following Inthe open search field type the topic you need help with and follow the on screen instructions Click or touch one of the options listed in the window and follow the instructions You can connect to Support Online by going to Toshiba support at support toshiba com Fixin
50. ce in rapid succession 1 Move the pointer to the item you want to right click 2 Press and release the secondary control button This feature varies by program Check your program documentation for specific instructions on right clicking Sample Illustration Jap once to select Sample Illustration Tap twice to open Sample Illustration Click the secondary b utton right hand control Getting Started 61 Using the touch pad TO Scroll vertically Scroll horizontally Zoom in out Do the following Example Slide two fingers along the right edge of the touch pad in the direction you want to scroll Repeat to scroll a longer distance a Sample Illustration Vertical scrolling active area Slide two fingers along the bottom edge of the touch pad in the direction you want to scroll Repeat to scroll a longer distance Sample Iilustration Horizontal scrolling active area To zoom in Place two fingers close together on the touch pad and then slide them apart To zoom out Sample Mustration Place two fingers Zooming in slightly apart on the touch pad and then slide them together Sample Illustration Zooming out 6 2 Getting Started Using the touch pad Adjusting touch pad settings While you are typing the on screen pointer may seem to move or jump around by itself to random locations on
51. cluding but not limited to any product specifications is subject to change without notice TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC TOSHIBA PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF 17 Trademarks Tecra and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc and or Toshiba Corporation Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners U S patents apply to this product See http patents dts com Manufactured under licens
52. control overlay on press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control overlay light glows when the cursor control overlay is on To disable the cursor control overlay hold down the Fn key and press F10 again The cursor control overlay light goes out Backlit keyboard Available on certain models Your keyboard may have a backlight illumination feature If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto the backlight turns on when you type on the keyboard and turns off after a certain interval when you stop typing You can modify the time out interval or change the keyboard backlight setting to always on or always off Touch screen Available on certain models Your computer may come with a touch screen enabling direct interaction with displayed apps and programs through simple or multi touch gestures Learning the Basics 3 Touch screen Touch screen navigation Use your finger to manipulate the on screen icons buttons menu items and other items on the touch screen You can also change the screen s orientation A CAUTION The screen is made of glass so avoid contact with sharp aa rough or abrasive objects or substances as screen may break or scratch if not handled properly If you see a crack in the glass discontinue use of the device to avoid injury Touch Touch to activate items displayed on the screen such as app and setting icons or on screen buttons Touch to type using the keyboar
53. d Touch amp hold Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching and holding the item in place until an action occurs Drag Touch and hold an item for a moment and then without lifting your finger move the item until you reach the target position For example drag items on any app screen to reposition them Swipe or slide To swipe or slide quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen without pausing For example swipe your finger to the left from the right edge of the screen to display the Windows charms Double tap Tap quickly twice to zoom in For example double tap a section of a Web page to zoom in on that section Double tap again to zoom out Pinch In some apps such as Maps and Games you can zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together to zoom out or spreading them apart to zoom in Rotate Place two or more fingers on an item and rotate your hand The item rotates in the direction you turn your hand Not functional in all apps r 4 Learning the Basics Mouse properties Mouse properties Mouse properties allow you to change your pointing device or mouse settings To access Mouse properties 1 Move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Search fg charm click or touch Settings and in the Search field type Mouse In the
54. dapter lf another computer is on the same network verify that it has network access and can connect to the Internet If for example the other computer cannot browse to a public Web site the ISP s Internet Service Provider service may be disrupted Verify that the Service Set Identifier SSID or network name is correct i e that it matches the SSID assigned to the access point you are attempting to connect through SSIDs are case sensitive Check the Windows Control Panel s Device Manager to verify that the Wi Fi adapter is recognized by the Windows operating system and that the driver is loaded To access the Device Manager from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel If you are in the Desktop screen move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Search fg charm and then type Control Panel Click or touch Control Panel and then select System and Security and then System Launch the Device Manager and carefully note any error messages these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time 138 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication use the Fn F8 key For more information see TOSHIBA Function Keys on page 147 Use IPCONFIG to verify that the computer has a useful IP a
55. day 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 15 1048 Direct Dial 03 3457 4850 Fax 03 3457 4868 VCCI Class B Information AONI TOREJ T RUIER SERESAERIB S VCCI DK LED VIABRRNRE CT COREL RERRCHAT SCE akAWELTWETA COR EN OTET LEZ a YRR LT ASNOE R ETSISECT C MNEUXRT HR EI gt TIE LUEU RUE LT FELX 16 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc with all rights reserved Under the copyright laws this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba No patent liability is assumed however with respect to the use of the information contained herein 2013 by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc All rights reserved Export Administration Regulation This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U S Export Administration Regulations and may be subject to the approval of the U S Department of Commerce prior to export Any export directly or indirectly in contravention of the U S Export Administration Regulations is prohibited Notice The information contained in this manual in
56. ddress one other than the private address of 169 254 xxx xxx assigned by Windows 1 From the Start screen type Cmd 2 Click Command Prompt 3 Enter IPCONFIG ALL and then press ENTER The IP address for each active network adapter will be displayed Connect your computer directly to your router or broadband modem by plugging a standard CAT5 Ethernet patch cable sold separately into your computer s RJ45 Ethernet port If your connection problem disappears the problem lies in the Wi Fi part of your network If you have enabled any security provisions closed system MAC address filtering Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP etc check the access point vendor s Web site for recent firmware upgrades Problems with WEP keys in particular are frequently addressed in new firmware releases Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently You can never predict when your computer will lock forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes Many software programs build in an automatic backup but you should not rely solely on this feature Save your work See Computing tips on page 68 for instructions On a regular basis back up the information stored on your internal storage drive Use Windows to back up files or the entire computer to an optical disc or external hard disk Here are some ways you can do this Use the Windows operating system to back up files
57. ded with your computer to the HDMI Out port on the side of your computer and then connect the other end of the cable to your television or display device Refer to the 6 Getting Started Using external display devices manual that came with the television or display device for more information Your computer should automatically detect the external display device Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen To do this 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new software C 2 Connect the monitor s video cable to the RGB monitor port on the side of the computer 3 Connect the device s power cable to a live electrical outlet 4 Turn on the external device Your computer will automatically detect the external display device NOTE You can change the display settings by pressing the af P keys or by configuring the display properties settings Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device you can choose to use the internal display only the external device only or both simultaneously NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the 44 P keys Press the 44 P keys
58. e visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you to recover your internal storage drive if necessary The following internal storage drive recovery options are available Recovery option Description Creating recovery This option allows you to create the recovery media media you will use to restore your computer See Creating recovery media on page 48 Restoring from This option allows you to restore your system from recovery media the recovery media you created See Restoring from recovery media on page 50 Refresh your PC This option allows you to refresh your system with user s data without losing your data See Refresh your PC with user s data on page 52 Reset your PC This option allows you to remove all data from your system and reinstall Windows See Reset your PC on page 54 recovery image of your computer is stored on the internal storage drive and the image can be restored by running the recovery utilities directly from your internal storage drive as described in the sections below However it is strongly recommended that you create recovery media If the recovery files on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted you can restore your system from your recovery media Also if your original internal storage drive fails you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from you
59. e USB specification In those cases power on the computer to charge the device or use a different charging device The USB Wakeup function does not work gt When the USB Sleep and Charge function is set to Enabled the USB Wakeup function does not work for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function In that case use a USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 if you have a non Sleep and Charge USB port available or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function For more information see Sleep Utilities on page 111 If you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems you may need additional technical assistance Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using it is important to investigate all sources Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation If Something Goes Wrong 1 D Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Ifthe problem occurs while you are running a program consult the program s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information For the detailed specification
60. e from DTS Licensing Limited DTS the Symbol amp DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks and DTS Premium Voice Pro is a trademark of DTS Inc DTS Inc All Rights Reserved The terms HDMI and HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries Intel Intel Core Celeron Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries Microsoft Outlook Windows and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries MultiMediaCard and MMC are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association Secure Digital SD and microSD are trademarks or registered trademarks of SD 3C LLC in the United States other countries or both Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi Fi Alliance All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Licenses This Product is licensed under the AVC the VC 1 and the MPEG 4 Part 2 Visual patent portfolio licenses for the personal and non commercial use of a consumer to i encode video in compliance with the above standards Video Standards and or ii decode AVC VC 1 and MPEG 4 Part 2 Visual that was encoded by a consumer engaged in personal and non comme
61. e new version is causing a problem The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one device to another For more information about Device Manager refer to Windows online Help Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord cable or from the system batteries battery and real time clock RTC battery Power problems are interrelated For example a faulty AC adaptor or power cord cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries Here are some typical problems and how to solve them The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adaptor and power cord cable Make sure the AC adaptor and power cord cable are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer If the AC power light still does not come on check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance If Something Goes Wrong 1 37 Keyboard problems The AC adaptor and power cord cable work correctly but the battery will not charge The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power Try turning off the computer The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly If you think this is the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and try again If the battery has completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately Leave the AC adaptor and power cord cable connected wait 20 minutes and see i
62. e the Internet A way to connect to the ISP for example Wi Fi LAN broadband connection etc Connect to the Internet NOTE Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software external hardware or services Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited Follow the steps below to set up your Wireless connection 1 Move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Settings Es charm 2 Click or touch the Wi Fi fj icon The Networks screen appears 3 Select your network 4 Click or touch Connect 5 Enter the network security key if applicable 6 Click or touch Next Your computer should then be connected NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication use the Fn F8 key For more information see TOSHIBA Function Keys on page 147 NOTE When Airplane mode is OFF the wireless indicator light p will be lit For help with common Wi Fi networking problems see Wireless networking problems on page 137 OG Exploring Your Computer s Features Exploring audio features Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality Accessing a network For specific information about connecting to the network consult your network administrator Many hotels airports
63. ear Avoid glare position the notebook so that light sources lamps or windows do not shine or reflect directly into your eyes Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the light intensity from windows by using blinds Glare on the notebook display may cause eye strain eye fatigue or headaches Certain notebook displays have a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your notebook display to a comfortable level to prevent possible eye strain Keep your head level facing forward and balanced over your torso Adjust the font size of text on your screen to make viewing comfortable Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on objects that are farther away Using the notebook with an external keyboard mouse or monitor Top of monitor screen at _ eye level or slightly below eye level lt Keep your head level facing forward Keep your keyboard centered in front of you and close to elbow level Use a light touch on keyboard and keep your wrists straight when typing lt Relax your shoulders LT Adjust the chair back to provide comfortable back Keep backs of your knees support slightly away from chair to avoid pressure points behind the knee or under the thigh Keep your thighs evenly supported by the seat approximately parallel to the floor Rest your feet flat on floor or footres
64. edures and Microsoft s privacy policy will be detailed during initial launch of the product or upon certain reinstallations of the software product s or reconfigurations of the computer and may be completed by Internet or telephone toll charges may apply Some software may differ from its retail version if available and may not include user manuals or all program functionality Introduction This guide 2 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model please visit Toshiba s Web site at support toshiba com While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein product specifications configurations prices system component options availability are all subject to change without notice For the most up to date product information about your computer or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options visit Toshiba s Web site at support toshiba com This guide This guide introduces the computer s features as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks in Windows 8 1 You can Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and stop when a topic interests you
65. ee Contacting Toshiba on page 145 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling Toshiba s energy saver design Your computer enters a low power suspension mode when it is not being used thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency Many of these energy saving features have been preset by Toshiba We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a Lithium lon Li lon battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet You can recharge it many times 8 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life rating is for comparison purposes only and does not indicate the battery life that will be obtained by any individual user Actual battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model configuration applications power management settings and features utilized as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components The battery life rating is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and
66. ems displayed on the screen such as apps setting icons and on screen buttons by touching them with your finger Tile Tiles A list of square or rectangular icons on the Start screen representing applications that can be accessed by selecting them U Universal Serial Bus USB USB is a serial bus that supports data transfer USB allows hot swapping of peripherals See also bus hot swapping serial upload To send a file to another computer through a modem or network See also download USB See Universal Seral Bus USB USB Flash drive A small portable flash memory card that plugs into a computer s USB port and functions as a portable hard drive They are smaller and more durable than an external hard drive because they do not contain any internal moving parts but have less storage capacity See also Universal Serial Bus USB utility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem Utilities are often related to computer system management W Web See World Wide Web Wi Fi A registered trademark term of the Wi Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components World Wide Web www The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the
67. en To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless LAN operation the above 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of operation If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country This device must not be operated in ad hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community Ad hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device 14 The Access Point s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device s are properly confi
68. ent breaks to avoid repetitive motion injuries and eyestrain Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both NOTE The Windows operating system records information such as your desktop setup during its shutdown procedure If you do not let the Windows operating system shut down normally details such as new icon positions may be lost Using the keyboard Your computer s keyboard contains character keys control keys function keys and special Windows keys INS DEL va ESC F1 F2 F3 F5 F7 F8 F9 F10 FI F12 PRTSC PAUSE o d a kA kam 8 0 Ad p 2 9 E E 0 SYSRQ BREAK B a amp 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fas per a HOME 7 t 8 PGUP a l t 2 E g e un ge gt A OS I 4 ES gt wo Ea m CEOERE LC J a g Ba Sample lllustration Keyboard 0 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard a Fa Fs E3 Ed Ed Fe E3 Fe Pol PFO FOI CCE Heks E JAAA 2 ie PIE Ie IEP CCIE ees 10 6 0010 CURE DIE UE Es Sample Illustration 10 key keyboard rz LT o re Th QN nS tale om T G 5 3m eN UT 20 x 46 L LL J m
69. er Please read the safety instruction information on the Quick Start document that shipped with your computer carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your computer in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury property damage or damage the computer Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used ina variety of circumstances and locations Setting up a work environment 30 Place the computer on a hard flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from Dust moisture and direct sunlight Getting Started 31 Selecting a place to work Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters Extreme heat cold or humidity Liquids and corrosive chemicals Keeping yourself comfortable This section provides information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day Computer user comfort recommendatio
70. ere ened prie otis le ripley Geen pen et thal rimes bere yous commer ue pare Pel re mane abroad pren plan Plans Pran m the balers rete E Dated eon hang plan tiing JUDE bla TOT eh Gey Ce DA canes arcade Chine sen t beh off Les Jen Harpe pl it ipbre nS rer dre the men oe Bey 10 ELA E hare m en qiii hui Chow scion plea ie E poiana eco Let l Paral Opa Pow Permian Wirahren Michal Center o een brighten i Sample Image Windows Power Options window 3 Select an appropriate plan for your work environment or create your own custom plan 4 Click or touch Create a power plan in the left pane to set up a new plan 86 Mobile Computing Using the eco power plan NOTE To edit a plan or to edit advanced settings continue to the following steps 5 Click or touch Change plan settings to choose the plan you want to edit This screen allows you to change basic settings 6 Click or touch Change advanced power settings to access settings for battery notification levels internal storage drive power save time etc You can click or touch the plus signs to expand each item and to see what settings are available for each item 7 Click or touch OK to save the plan changes you have performed Depending on your model the two power plans eco and Balanced are satisfactory for most people and do not need to be edited The eco plan is the best used for maximum battery time The Balanced plan i
71. f the battery is charging If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes the battery may have reached the end of its useful life The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does If you frequently repeat shallow charge and discharge the battery meter may become inaccurate Let the battery discharge completely then try charging it again Check the power options via your Power Plans see Power Plans on page 85 Have you added a device that takes its power from the battery Is your software using the internal storage drive more Is the display power set to turn off automatically Was the battery fully charged to begin with All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts After a period of time the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is normal for all batteries For more information on maintaining battery power see Changing the main battery on page 87 Keyboard problems NOTE To capture a print screen of the entire screen press the Fn PRTSC key This only applies to models with a 10 key keypad To capture only the active window displayed press Fn ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key 1 3 2 If Something Goes Wrong Display problem
72. files that you created are not backed up on the recovery media You will need to separately back up the files you created for more information see Backing up your work on page 76 When you create recovery media the system will prompt you to insert several blank DVDs or connect one or more USB flash drives of a certain minimum capacity to your computer The amount of space required for storing the recovery files varies by computer model Follow the procedure below to determine how much space you will need for storing your system s recovery files Getting Started 49 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive To create recovery media 1 From the Start screen begin typing Recovery Media Creator and click or touch your selection If you are in the Desktop move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Search F charm and in the Search field type Recovery Media Creator In the list that appears click or touch your selection The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays TOSHIBA x 9 Tre sere ea Media Selection Recovery Media Creator Title Media le Status EF System Recovery Media USE Flash v Recovery USB Medis seme Ue a oie larger B Current Media Total Progress Help Sample Image TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box NOTE An optional external writable optical disc drive must be connected to your c
73. g a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device CAUTION Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device Properties include the name of the manufacturer the type of device the drivers installed and the system resources assigned to the device To check a device s properties 1 From the Start screen type Device Manager 1 30 If Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries 2 Click or touch Device Manager The Device Manager screen appears 3 From the list of device s double click or touch the device type 4 To view the device s installed double click or touch the device The operating system displays the device Properties dialog box which provides an array of tabs They may include The General tab which provides basic information about the device The Resources tab which lists resources assigned to the device This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources The Driver tab which displays the drivers being used by the device This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case th
74. g system responds differently from the normal routine The screen does not look right Unless a hardware device has failed problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device If you experience any of these problems use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and or its settings There are several options to choose from depending on the severity of the problem and your level of expertise with computers 1 26 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not working If Windows fails to start properly twice the Windows Boot menu will launch To enter the Advanced Startup options manually 1 From the Start or Desktop screen move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge 2 When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Settings fej charm Click or touch Change PC Settings Click or touch Update and recovery Click or touch the Recovery Ooo Aa O Click or touch Restart Now under Advanced Startup The computer restarts 7 Click or touch Troubleshoot from the menu You now have several options Refresh your computer Your files and personalization settings will not change Your computer settings will be changed back to their default
75. g the power cord cable to the AC adaptor AWARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling G 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC IN on the side of the computer Sample Illustration Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer NOTE To locate your DC IN port please refer to your Quick Start document Getting Started 4 Charging the main battery 3 Connect the power cord cable to a live electrical outlet The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white AWARNING Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury The computer s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery s current charge Glows amber while the main battery is being charged AC adaptor connected Glows white when the main battery is fully charged Is unlit when the battery is not charging or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging either the main battery is malfunctioning or it is not receiving correct i
76. gs Then choose a category you wish to change Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details You may also wish to customize your power usage settings For more information see Power Plans on page 85 There are additional custom settings you can choose See Utilities on page 102 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer For information about taking care of your computer s battery see Taking care of your battery on page 87 NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface Cleaning the computer CAUTION Keep liquids including cleaning fluid out of the computer s keyboard speaker and other openings Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and or display Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Getting Started 6 Caring for your computer Moving the computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure all drive activity has ended the internal storage drive indicator light stops glowing and all external peripheral cables are disconnected CAUTION Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back Doing so could damage the system Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives s
77. gured for European Community operation Taiwan Article 14 Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In the event interference is caused the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately discontinued Operation of such products can be resumed only when they are modified and can no longer cause interference The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this Equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the same range as industrial devices
78. gy 2 0 function Memory Performance Mode Allows you to set the memory mode Critical Battery Wake up Allows you to enable disable the system wake up when remaining battery life is critical Utilities 1 1 1 Sleep Utilities Sleep Utilities This utility displays whether the USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled or disabled and shows the position of the USB port that supports the USB Sleep and Charge function 1 To access Sleep Utilities from the Start screen begin typing System Settings 2 Click or touch System Settings 3 Click or touch Sleep Utilities USB Sleep and Charge Your computer can supply USB bus power DC 5V to the USB port even when the computer is in Sleep mode Hibernation mode or shutdown state powered off This function can only be used for the port that supports the USB Sleep and Charge function hereinafter called compatible port Compatible ports are USB ports that have the 4 symbol icon You can use the USB Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players However the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification In those cases power on the computer to charge the device 112 Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to Ena
79. harge cannot use 143 USB Wakeup function does not work 144 Windows operating system not working 125 wireless networking 137 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 143 USB Wakeup function does not work 144 user password deleting 108 user password setting 106 using a microphone 96 eco power plan 86 expansion port 101 Memory card reader 99 Smart Card Reader 98 touch pad 59 Web Camera 98 using the keyboard 69 using the overlay for cursor control 72 using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 58 Utilities 102 V video projector adjusting display 65 W warranty standard limited warranty 29 Web Camera using 98 Web sites 145 Wi Fi wireless networking 95 Windows Charms Devices 91 Search 91 Settings 91 Share 91 Start 91 Windows charms 91 Windows key 71 Windows operating system desktop 92 100 troubleshooting 125 Windows Store 94 wireless networking 95 troubleshooting 137
80. he desktop on page 92 for more information on the notification area A pop up message displays the remaining battery power as a percentage With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s Capacity gradually decreases A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged Mobile Computing 83 Monitoring battery power TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off Hibernation mode keeps track of where you were so that when you turn on the power again you can continue where you left off Setting battery notifications You can set two notifications Each notification can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached You can also set the computer to
81. he time consuming process of connecting each external device individually and saves wear and tear on the ports and cables To achieve a proper connection between your computer and the Port Replicator your computer must be properly aligned with the Port Replicator For more information consult the user s manual that came with your Port Replicator or visit support toshiba com On some computer models you can attach an extended life battery to the expansion port To find expansion devices compatible with your computer model please visit accessories toshiba com Chapter 5 Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs Together these allow you to ascertain certain system details set additional options or change default options These utilities are described in this chapter NOTE The utilities described in this chapter and the icons shown in the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system eco Utility Supervisor password User password System Settings Sleep Utilities Function Key Recovery Media Creator Service Station TOSHIBA Application Installer Fingerprint Authentication Utility 102 Utilities 1 0 3 eco Utility eco Utility The eco Utility monitors your power savings from using the eco power plan by tracking real time power consumption a
82. hiba com in the United States for more information When you use a Bluetooth module close to 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices B uetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors If you detect certain interference while you use a Bluetooth device always change the frequency move your device to the area outside of the interference range of 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices 40 meters 43 74 yards or more or stop transmitting from your device Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or support toshiba com in the United States for more information Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use B uetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or support toshiba com in the United States for more information 6 Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health The products with Bluetootff wireless technology like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by devices with B uetoo
83. ide product life cycle planning and end of life strategies for our products Please contact your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of this product For information on how to trade in or recycle your product visit www reuse toshiba com 12 Europe Restrictions for use of 2 4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT BIPT is required Registration to IBPT BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m For registration and license please contact IBPT BIPT Voor priv gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT Dans le cas d une utilisation priv e a l ext rieur d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure 300m un enregistrement aupr s de IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l IBPT Deutschland License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Anmeldung im Outdoor Bereich notwendig aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig
84. ing local area network See LAN logical drive A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive system s logical drives may differ from its physical drives For example a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives M memory Typically refers to the computer s main memory where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily such as RAM or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently such as ROM A computer s main memory is RAM See also RAM ROM microprocessor See Central Processing Unit CPU MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface A standard for connecting musical instruments synthesizers and computers The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use and vice versa motherboard The computer s main circuit board that contains the processor memory and other primary components MS DOS prompt See system prompt multi function drive A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media multimedia A combination of two or more media such as sound animation and video in a computer program or presentation Musical Instrument Digital Interface See MIDI N network A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities A network allows you to share data and pe
85. ionality refer to the Windows Help and Support App tiles Sample Image Windows Start screen Charms Use the Windows charms to start apps find documents set up system components and perform most other computing tasks By moving your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swiping in from the right edge your screen you will find a list of charms Search Share Start Devices and Settings Search This charm allows you to search for most anything you need to locate on your computer It can help you find apps documents photos and your favorite music Share This charm allows you to share music and photos with your favorite social Web sites Start This charm allows you to view all of the available apps downloaded to your system Devices This charm allows you to manage your hardware devices Settings This charm allows you to manage your system settings Q 2 Exploring Your Computer s Features Exploring the desktop Tiles Tiles can be accessed and launched from the Start screen Typical Start screen tiles are the Desktop tile and Mail tile as well as tiles representing all other applications downloaded to your system Exploring the desktop You can use its features to start applications find documents set up system components and perform most other computing tasks HINT The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens di
86. ions 121 Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong 122 Problems that are easy to fix 122 Problems when you turn on the computer 123 The Windows operating system is not VOIRIE ee de 125 Using Startup options to fix problems 125 Internet problems 128 The Windows operating system can VV OU PP 129 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 129 Checking device properties 129 Power and the batteries 130 Keyboard problems ccccceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeaeees 131 Display problems ccscceeceseceeceeceeseeeeeeeeess 132 Disk or storage drive problems 134 ErrOr CNOCKINO sssrinin ns de 134 Sound system problems 135 Printer problems ccccseceeeesececeeeseeseeeaeeeeees 136 Wireless networking problems 137 Develop good computing habits 138 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating system 139 If you need further assistance 144 Contacting Toshiba 145 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 145 Toshiba s worldwide offices ccecscseseeeeeeees 146 2 4 Contents Appendix A TOSHIBA Function Keys 147 FUNCIONS errana ne dis 147 Lock Instant security 148 BONE DA a R 148 Sleep mode a 148 Hibernation mode cccecceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 148 Output Display switch
87. ious injury Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regulations Disposal of this product may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local government In addition Toshiba s recycling initiatives include recycling programs events and consumer promotions For details please visit us toshiba com green Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries applicable to California U S A only Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See http www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in Selecting a place to work on page 30 also apply while traveling Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust Always travel with the computer in a carrying case Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cords and compact discs Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com Mobile Computing 89 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 NOTE Before using your computer aboard an aircraft make sure the Wireless ante
88. is manufactured using high precision technology Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the screen will deteriorate This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology When the computer is operated on battery power the screen will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power Initial setup The Startup screen is the first screen displayed when you turn on your computer for the first time Follow the on screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system and begin using your computer Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba CO Setting up your software CAUTION When you turn on the computer for the first time do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely NOTE The names of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may vary according to your software setup choices The first time you turn on your computer the setup guides you through steps to set up your software Follow the on screen instructions Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates announcements and special offers applicable to you
89. is not an estimate of a system s battery life under any conditions other than the specific test settings Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power After a period of time the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is normal for all batteries To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month The Lithium lon battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to let the battery fully discharge each time However for better accuracy of the battery meter it is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically Please see Maintaining your battery on page 88 for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator if applicable to your system for an extended period more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge This may shorten the life of the battery and may cause the battery meter to be inaccurate NOTE For best performance when playing streaming media especially streaming video either power the computer from its AC adaptor or set up a power plan that keeps the computer running at full performance even when powered from its battery For more information about Windows power plans see Power Plans on page 85 The computer also has an internal rea
90. isor password must be set before the user password or the user password must be deleted and then re entered after the supervisor password is set The user password can be set up under the supervisor password Using a supervisor password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options Setting a supervisor password CAUTION ff you choose to set a supervisor or user password TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it TOSHIBA is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer Utilities 1 0 D Password Utility To set a supervisor password 1 To access Supervisor Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility 2 Click or touch Password Utility X Register the Superior Pawavord and Set Liver Policy Supervisor Password Set telete Password Utility Liver Passecred User Policy Cancel Apply Sample Image Supervisor Password tab 3 Click or touch Supervisor Password 4 Click or touch Set 5 Enter your password and then enter it again to verify 6 Click or touch Set NOTE Under User Policy this option may or may not ask for password verification 7 Click or touch OK to save your password as a text file NOTE Password Utility will suggest memo txt
91. ith your nails or any hard or sharp objects Do not press the reader with too much pressure Do not touch the reader with a wet finger or any wet objects Keep reader surface dry and free of water vapor Do not touch the reader with a soiled finger Minute foreign particles on a soiled or dirty finger may scratch the reader Do not paste stickers or write on the reader Do not touch the reader with a finger or any object with built up static electricity Observe the following before you swipe your finger on the reader whether for fingerprint enrollment registration or recognition Wash and dry your hands thoroughly Remove static electricity from your fingers by touching any metal surface Static electricity is a common cause of reader failures especially during dry seasons such as winter 120 Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Le Clean the reader with a lint free cloth Do not use detergent to clean the reader Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition Success rate Soaked or swollen finger e g after taking bath Injured finger Wet finger Soiled or oily finger Extremely dry skin condition on finger e Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate Enroll two or more fingers
92. l appear when you enter data Desktop Offers the traditional look and feel of the Windows desktop found in Windows 7 and earlier releases of the Windows operating system default The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting device A component attached to the computer Devices may be external outside the computer s case or internal inside the computer s case Printers disk drives and modems are examples of devices device driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box An on screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user Direct Current DC The type of power usually supplied by batteries DC flows in one direction Compare A ternating Current AC Direct Memory Access DMA A dedicated channel bypassing the CPU that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device directory See folder disable To turn a computer option off See also enable 1 60 Glossary disc A round flat piece of material designed to be read from and written to by optical laser technology and used in the production of optical discs such as CDs and DVDs Compare disk disk A round flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form and used in the production of magnetic disks
93. l time clock RTC battery Mobile Computing 19 Charging batteries The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information It maintains this information for up to a month while the computer is turned off G TECHNICAL NOTE Depending on your system the RTC 2 battery may only charge while the computer is turned on f Power management Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes CAUTION Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration For assistance with setup changes contact Toshiba s Customer Support Center Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer CAUTION Always use the AC adaptor specified by Toshiba You can order a Toshiba AC adaptor from Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications power management settings and features used Charging the main battery The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer To charge the main battery plug the compute
94. ld stop For example if you set the slider to 10 charging will stop when 10 or less of the battery power remains Power supply mode settings Your computer may provide two different charging modes to support various types of USB devices If your computer provides more than one charging mode the charging mode you should select depends on the USB device you want to charge For example Auto Mode which is the default mode will charge a wide variety of digital audio players If your device does not charge in Auto Mode try using Alternate Mode To select a different charging mode use the Power supply mode drop down list in the utility 1 1 Utilities Sleep Utilities TOSHIBA i Zz set advanced features when the computer ti in seep mode hebernate mide and shutdown sate Sleep and Charge Enable tha opbon to use USB power supply wa USD port when the computer in seep made hibernate mode of thuidaown siate vestes CES Set Power Seth mode of USE pen Ato Mode Function under Battery Mode nable thir option to use Sleep and Change cr the Music Purnchon when the computer ia punning eff battery a i Cancel Apply Sample Image Sleep and Charge screen NOTE With certain external devices the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work no matter which charging mode you select In those cases disable USB Sleep and Charge in the utility and turn the computer on to charge the device or use a different cha
95. le for any losses that may occur to you your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer To register a password for the power on password functions lt To access User Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility Utilities 1 07 Password Utility 2 Click or touch Password Utility 3 Click or touch User Password TOSHIBA 6m x fated inng Sample Image User Password tab 4 Click or touch Set Enter your password and then enter it again to verify Click or touch Set Click or touch OK to save your password as a text file N O1 NOTE Password Utility will suggest memo txt for the text file name If you have saved a password previously using the same name may overwrite your password text file with the new password By using a different name you can prevent overwriting your previously stored passwords 8 Click or touch Save 9 Click or touch OK 1 08 Utilities Password Utility Deleting a user password To cancel the power on password function 1 To access User Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility 2 Click or touch Password Utility pop up screen appears asking for a password 3 Enter your password and then click or touch Verify 4 Click or touch Delete An authority verification pop up screen appears 5 Click or touch Delete Enter the password and then click or touch Verify Click or touch OK to e
96. list that appears click or touch your selection The Mouse screen appears 2 Adjust the settings as desired and then click or touch OK Starting an app To Start an app on the Start screen move your pointer over the appropriate tile and click or touch to open To Start an app from the Desktop move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms slide out from the right click or touch the Start BB charm Starting an app from the Start screen To Start an app on the Start screen move your pointer over the appropriate tile and click or touch to open or swipe your finger to the left from the right edge of the screen To Start an app using the Search function move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms slide out from the right click or touch the Search fg charm The apps screen appears with the available system apps to choose from or you can enter your search in the search field Learning the Basics r D Saving your work Below is an example using the Search field to start an app 1 Move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Search fg charm Sample Image Searching for apps 2 Start typing the app s name in the Search field As you type all matching files and apps are dis
97. ll piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing memory input output and or control functions Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards click To press and release the pointing device s primary button without moving the pointing device In the Windows operating system this refers to the pointing device s left button unless otherwise stated See also double click color palette A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time compatibility The extent to which computers programs or devices can work together harmoniously using the same commands formats or language as another configuration 1 The collection of components that make up a single computer system 2 How parts of the system are set up that is configured Glossary 1 DO controller A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa For example disk drives monitors keyboards and printers all require controllers CPU See Central Processing Unit CPU CPU cache A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs See also cache L7 cache L2 cache cursor An on screen symbol usually a flashing vertical line that indicates the position where characters wil
98. module shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized y Wireless Interoperability Wireless LAN products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS radio technology and is compliant to The IEEE 802 11 Standard on Wireless LANs Revision A B G as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance CAUTION ZLetoot and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use B uetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or support toshiba com in the United States for more information CAUTION Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product
99. n for this type of media To copy data from one media to another use the drag and drop feature of the Windows operating system Inserting memory media NOTE To locate your Memory card reader please refer to your Quick Start document The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices 1 Turn the media so that the contacts metal areas are face down 2 Push the media into the adapter until it stops D Sample Illustration Inserting memory media 1 00 Exploring Your Computer s Features Using the Memory card reader CAUTION When inserting memory media do not touch the metal contacts You could expose the storage area to static electricity which can destroy data NOTE Always remove memory media when not in use Removing memory media 1 If you are not currently on the Desktop choose the Desktop tile on the Start screen otherwise skip to step 2 2 Prepare the card for removal by clicking on or touching the Show hidden icons button a if necessary in the Te notification area and then selecting the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon 3 Highlight and then click or touch the item you would like to eject If the system is unable to prepare the media for safe removal a message will tell you to try again later If the media can be removed now the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware If the computer has a spring loaded adapter slot see step
100. n turn the computer back on Try printing another file For example you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad If a Notepad file prints correctly the problem may be in your original file If you cannot resolve the problem contact the printer s manufacturer The printer will not print what you see on the screen Many programs display information on the screen differently from the way they print it See if your program has a print preview mode This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print Contact the software manufacturer for more information If Something Goes Wrong 1 3 Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems specifically wireless Wi Fi networking The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks and may be for more advanced users If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology please see Windows Help and Support or contact your computer technician If your computer is equipped with an internal Wi Fi adapter verify that Airplane mode is OFF the wireless indicator light P will be lit Verify that your computer can detect access points or routers If it can detect a Wi Fi access point or router then it may be a configuration issue Verify that signal strength is good using the utility provided with the Wi Fi a
101. nctions Keyboard Function keys Fn This TOSHIBA Function key enables disables the keyboard backlight Fn This TOSHIBA Function key SYSRQ takes a snapshot of your display screen Fn This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom out Fn This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom in Fn This TOSHIBA Function key decreases the speaker volume Fn This TOSHIBA Function key increases the speaker volume U ju di j 1 a Zoom Display resolution a This TOSHIBA Function key switches screen Faraceba resolution Cycle through the screen resolutions and then select the desired resolution Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors Your computer ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord cable connectors for various parts of the world USA Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom Europe C7 VDA approved l NEMKO approved BS approved Australia E AS approved 153 Glossary Fa TECHNICAL NOTE Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User s Guide 154 AC BIOS BD ROM bps CD CD ROM CD RW CMOS CPU DC DMA DIMM DOS Alternating Current Basic Input Output System Blu ray Disc Read Only Memory bits per second Compact Disc Compact Disc Read Only Memory Compact
102. nd accumulated savings over time To access the eco Utility 1 From the Start screen begin typing eco Utility 2 Click or touch eco Utility The eco Utility window appears TOSHIDA X es somose GT Ki oco lava 6 Home Power plan eco tt Display brightness Q Turn olf drepler aco Moxie Level 40 z minutes Canin Fe Commed brughtiness Turn off hand dirk Level 0 5 minutes Fe Ful Computer TO Hesi res ReyOoard Backignt 10 minutes D Current power consumption 4 W Sample Image eco Utility window 3 To activate the eco power plan select eco Mode on the left side 4 Click or touch the eco Mode button 5 Click or touch Close For more information on the eco power plan and utility click or touch the Help button at the bottom of the window 1 0 4 Utilities Password Utility Password Utility Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer while providing additional protection for your files When you set a password you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again TOSHIBA supports different types of passwords on your computer A supervisor password Prohibits unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as System Settings This is useful if more than one person uses the computer A user password Prevents unauthorized users from starting the computer When setting up passwords keep the following in mind The superv
103. nd system problems No sound is coming from the computer s speakers Adjust the volume control Try pressing the Fn ESC key to see if volume mute is disabled Check that the volume control on the computer is turned up If you are using external headphones or speakers check that they are securely connected to your computer 1 36 If Something Goes Wrong Printer problems The computer emits a loud high pitched noise This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud Adjust the volume control Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems The printer will not print Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet turned on and ready on line Check that the printer has plenty of paper Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer Run the printer s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in the instructions that came with the printer You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable Sleep mode turn off the computer and turn off the printer Turn the printer back on make sure it is online and the
104. nds on your computer in the Themes panel You can also change the setting for individual components separately by selecting an item from just below the Themes panel Desktop Background Color Sounds and Screen Saver If Something Goes Wrong 1 3 3 Display problems For more information see the Windows online Help A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer s internal display To change the display properties 1 Right click or touch amp hold in a blank area of the Windows desktop 2 Click or touch Personalize and then Display Use the menu on the right hand side of the page to Adjust resolution Adjust brightness Calibrate color Change display settings Project to a second screen Adjust ClearType text 4 Click or touch OK The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 1280 x 800 or higher Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal External mode and not simultaneous mode Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer Your display con
105. nergy saving features active so that your computer will operate at its maximum energy efficiency You can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button See the Mobile Computing section of the Toshiba User s Guide for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy 29 2 6 Introduction When considering additions to your home office purchase products that have earned the ENERGY STAR for all your equipment needs which can save you money save energy and help protect the climate Visit http www energystar gov or http www energystar gov powermanagement for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program NOTE This computer is compatible with European Union Directive 2002 95 EC Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment ROHS which restricts use of lead cadmium mercury hexavalent chromium PBB and PBDE Toshiba requires its computer component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers commitment to meeting RoHS requirements by conducting component sampling inspections during the product design approval process NOTE Certain Microsoft software product s included with this computer may use technological measures for copy protection INSUCH EVENT YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES Product activation proc
106. nfigurations for an entire product Series Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis unless you have selected all those features This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer o p E Sample Illustration System icons Documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation An electronic version of the User s Guide this document A Quick Start document It may also include other documentation For accessory information visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service programs to complement its standard limited warranty Toshiba s standard limited warranty extended warranty and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty toshiba com To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at support toshiba com If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something Goes Wrong on page 122 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using your computer effectively summarizes how to connect components and explains what to do the first time you use your comput
107. nna is OFF Airplane mode is ON if your computer has wireless LAN capability NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication use the Fn F8 key For more information see TOSHIBA Function Keys on page 147 Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer s Features In this chapter you will explore some of the special features of your computer Exploring the Start screen 90 The Start screen is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows operating system providing new and easy ways to access everything from your favorite apps and Web sites to your contacts and other important information When you move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge a list of Windows charms will slide out from the right These Windows charms perform various commands including basics tasks like turning off the power and advanced PC settings You can go to the Start screen by clicking or touching the Start charm see Charms on page 91 You can also use the Windows key s on your keyboard or on the LCD screen to go to the Start screen For detailed information please refer to the Windows Help and Support By clicking on or touching the Desktop tile from the Start screen you will find the Windows settings and features you are most familiar with Exploring Your Computer s Features 91 Exploring the Start screen For detailed information on the new funct
108. nnectors 153 energy saving features 77 power down shut down 44 power light 82 power management 79 optimum performance 79 power plans selecting power plan options 85 power saving options 84 precautions safety 36 printer troubleshooting 136 problem solving contacting Toshiba 145 Startup options 125 projector connecting 64 R real time clock RTC battery 79 recording sounds 96 recovery creating recovery media 48 installing drivers and applications 57 internal storage drive 47 refresh your PC 52 reset your PC 54 restoring from recovery media 50 Recovery Media Creator 116 recycle bin icon 93 refresh your PC with user s data 52 registering computer 43 restart computer 45 restore points troubleshooting 139 running computer on battery power 77 S safety computer 88 disposing of computer 88 icons 28 precautions 36 Index 173 safety precautions battery 87 saving files 75 selecting a place to work 30 power plan options 85 video cables 63 Service Station 116 setting low battery notifications 83 setting up AC adaptor 39 communications 95 computer 38 software 43 work environment 30 settings customize computer settings 66 display output 64 Shut down computer 44 45 46 Icon 44 45 46 Sleep mode 45 Sleep Utilities 111 Smart Card Reader using 98 sounds recording 96 speakers using external 97 Start screen explonng the 90 starting an app 74 starting an app from Start screen 74 Startup
109. nput from the AC power supply Charging the main battery NOTE The computer s battery is not accessible by the user Before using the battery to power the computer you must charge the battery To charge the battery leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off until the battery light glows white After that the battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications power management settings and features used 2 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it see Exploring Your Computer s Features on page 90 NOTE When opening or closing the display panel place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel CAUTION TO avoid damaging the display panel do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and
110. ns Good Working Posture Adjust your chair height your feet should be flat on the floor and the bottom of your thighs should be evenly supported by the seat If your feet cannot reach the floor use a foot rest Avoid pressure points behind the knee or under the thigh The space under your desk should be free of clutter so that your legs and feet are not restricted and you can get close enough to your notebook and other items that you use frequently Adjust the chair back rest it should match the curve of your back and provide comfortable back support Adjust the chair arm rests they should be about the same height as the keyboard and comfortably support your arms allowing your shoulders to relax When using the keyboard it should be centered in front of you The keyboard and pointing device should be close to your elbow level The keyboard should be flat so that your wrists are straight when typing However if the notebook is on a work surface that is above your elbow height you may need to slope the notebook to keep your wrists straight Work with relaxed shoulders 32 Getting Started Selecting a place to work When typing keep your wrists straight and try not to rest your wrists on the notebook Support your arms on your forearm area The forearms can be supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface The notebook display should be tilted so that the image on the screen is cl
111. ns can be set for toast tile badge and raw notifications Toast notifications Designed for time sensitive delivery of personalized content such as an instant message from a friend Tile notifications Used by applications that are not currently running with an at a glance characteristic giving you a quick preview of the subject line of your latest email or the current weather conditions Badge notifications A specialized type of tile notification shown on the Start screen tile using glyphs to indicate the number of applications that have updates available or the status of a running application Raw notifications These run a background task on behalf of an application while that application is not running in order to make available the latest content such as an online newspaper Windows Store Although many applications will be pre installed or built in to your computer you will also have the ability to download many other applications with a touch or the click of your mouse In the Windows Store you can search for and browse thousands of apps all grouped into easy to find categories Exploring Your Computer s Features Q Setting up for communications O1 Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet or to communicate across telephone lines with another computer you need A browser or communications program An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service if you plan to us
112. nt of Labor Occupational Safety amp Health Administration Web site at http Awww osha gov SLT C etools computerworkstations Check list J Is your chair comfortable does it support your back and arms well Are your feet flat on the ground Is there adequate space under your desk for your legs Are the keyboard and mouse at elbow level Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard Are your shoulders relaxed when using a mouse or other optional pointing device L Are your hands and wrists aligned in a comfortable straight posture L Are your arms supported in the forearm area not at the wrist L1 Do you hold the mouse or trackball with a loose relaxed hand Do you use a light touch when typing or using the mouse Do you clean your mouse or trackball regularly Is the top of your monitor close to eye level Is the monitor about an arm length away Have you eliminated the glare on the monitor Is the monitor tilted so that it is easy to read Do you change postures regularly Do you take breaks at least once an hour LUULL L C L O O C L L 36 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use and to withstand the rigors of travel You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface of the compu
113. o continue select Start Windows normally This can happen if the computer was put into Sleep mode and the battery has discharged If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed a program or driver may have prevented Windows from shutting down Data stored in the computer s memory has been lost Data stored in the computer s internal storage drive may not be affected Always save your data even when you are using Sleep mode If your battery fully discharges information that has not been saved will be lost Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low see What to do when the main battery runs low on page 83 If you are running on battery power it is recommended that you do not leave the computer in Sleep mode for long periods of time To charge the battery leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours For more information see Charging the main battery on page 79 The AC power light is blinking If the AC power light is blinking try the following steps 1 Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet preferably in a different room If the computer starts normally there may be a problem with the AC outlet itself or the voltage level available from it 2 Verify that the AC adaptor is the correct unit for your computer model The computer may not be able to start from an AC adaptor that is rated for less current amperage than the computer
114. ok in an optimal position In these situations it is important that you take frequent breaks and change your posture frequently to relieve the excess loads on your body Be creative when in a hotel room use a rolled up blanket or pillows to provide back support or to provide arm support To position the computer at a good height remember to operate the computer on a hard flat stable surface Using your computer on a carpet blanket or other soft materials can block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer and possibly cause overheating of your computer Transporting the notebook Although your notebook is light carrying it for a long time may lead to shoulder and arm fatigue If you carry your notebook with other items consider using an ergonomically designed computer case Getting Started 3 5 Selecting a place to work Seeking additional help Follow the advice from your employer s company health and safety staff Contact them if you need assistance making adjustment to your workstation or adjusting the lighting Again if you experience persistent or recurrent pain ache numbness burning or stiffness you should promptly see a qualified health care provider These sensations may be caused by serious medical conditions that can be treated For more specific recommendations on the safety and comfort of your computer environment customers in the United States may visit the United States Departme
115. ols tab Click or touch the Check button The Error Checking box appears The system will alert you if you need to scan the drive If Something Goes Wrong 1 3 5 Sound system problems 7 Even if you do not need to scan the drive for errors you can scan by clicking or touching Scan drive Error checking tests and repairs the storage drive Your hard disk seems very slow If you have been using your computer for a long time your files may have become fragmented Run Disk Defragmenter To do this 1 Move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Search fg charm then type Defragment in the Search field Click or touch Defragment and Optimize Drives From the Optimize Drives menu click or touch the drive you wish to defragment 4 Click or touch the Optimize button The system will display the status as it optimizes and defragments the drive Your data files are damaged or corrupted Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures Many software packages automatically create backup files You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software Consult your network administrator Some programs run correctly but others do not This is probably a configuration problem If a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs Sou
116. ome computing tips and provides important information about basic features Computing tips Save your work frequently Your work stays in the computer s temporary memory until you save it to the internal storage drive If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect or your battery runs out of charge while you are working you will lose all work since you last saved See Saving your work on page 75 for further information HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature ce that can be activated This feature saves your file to the internal storage drive at preset intervals See your software documentation for details Learning the Basics 69 Using the keyboard cs Back up your files to external media on a regular basis Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time However if your internal storage drive suddenly fails you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy For more information see Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating system on page 139 Use Error checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via external media email or download from the Internet Sd Take frequ
117. omputer in order for the DVD option to display in the dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop down list depending on the type of external media you want to use 3 Check the Information area of the dialog box to determine the number of DVDs you will need and or the minimum amount of storage space required for copying your system s recovery files to USB flash drive s 4 Do one of the following If you are copying files to DVD insert a blank DVD into the optional external writable optical disc drive D 0 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive If you are copying files to a USB flash drive connect a USB flash drive of the required minimum capacity as specified in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility to your computer CAUTION All information stored on your DVDs or USB flash drive s will be erased during the process of creating the recovery media Be sure to save the information stored on your external media to another storage device before executing this procedure or use blank media 5 Click or touch the Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility dialog box 6 Follow the on screen prompts to complete the copy process NOTE If you are copying the recovery files to DVDs be sure to label each DVD in the set sequentially for example 1 of 3 2 of 3 etc so that you will know in which order to insert the discs during recovery
118. onditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device L utilisation de ce dispositif est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t a accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me s il est susceptible de compromettre son fonctionnement The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit etre utilize a l interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal Si le matriel ou son antenne d emission est installe a l exterieur il doit faire l objet d une licence CAUTION This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHZ frequency range Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Sa
119. or your entire computer to an optical disc or external hard disk Copy files to a rewritable external storage device Connect your computer to the office network and copy files to your network partition If Something Goes Wrong 1 39 Develop good computing habits Some people use a combination of these methods backing up all files weekly and copying critical files to external media on a daily basis If you have installed your own programs you should back up these programs as well as your data files If something goes wrong that requires you to reformat your internal storage drive and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time Read the documentation It is very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together Get familiar with all of the documentation provided with your computer as well as the information that may come with the programs and devices you purchase Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating system The Windows operating system offers some easy to use features for backing up your Windows settings and your data documents and o
120. ork www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this User s Guide A active matrix display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matnx technology Also known as a TFT display in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor TFT for each cell This type of display works well with computers because of its shallow depth and high quality color Active matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passive matrix displays adapter A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen An adapter can take a number of forms from a microprocessor to a simple connector An intelligent adapter one that is capable of doing some processing may also be called a controller Alternating Current AC The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets AC reverses its direction at regular intervals Compare Direct Current DC application A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type Applications include word processors spreadsheets and database management systems See also program Glossary 1 5 backup A copy of a file usually on a removable disk kept in case the original file is lost or damaged Basic Input Output System BIO
121. ort if available You can easily attach an external device your computer To do this 1 Read the directions that came with the device to see if you first need to install new software Getting Started 6 3 Using external display devices 2 Connect the device s video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device 3 Connect the device s power cable to a live electrical outlet if applicable 4 Turn on the external device if applicable Your computer may automatically detect the external device Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built in display however you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below NOTE To locate your HDMI port and RGB monitor port please refer to your Quick Start document An HDMITM compatible television or external display device via the HDMI Out port An external monitor or projector via the RGB monitor port 00000 O O Ororo 00000 RGB monitor port HDMI Out port Available on certain models Sample lustration Video ports on left side of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI Out port you must purchase an HDMI cable Connecting an HDMI compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI compatible television or display device to the computer Connect one end of an HDMI cable not inclu
122. our system will reboot your Windows operating system Getting Started D Fi Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE Selecting the Fully clean the drive option may take several hours Installing drivers and applications The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer NOTE You must have an Internet connection to reinstall applications To reinstall drivers and applications 1 From the Start screen begin typing TOSHIBA Application Installer and click or touch your selection If you are in the Desktop move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Search fg charm and in the Search field type TOSHIBA Application Installer In the list that appears click or touch your selection Search field Sample Image Installing drivers and applications 2 Click or touch Next Click or touch the item you want to install Click or touch Install O A O Follow the on screen prompts to complete the installation process see TOSHIBA Application Installer on page 117 58 Getting Started Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device JJ J Je Me e JL y AccuPoint II pointing device Accu
123. ower outlet even if your computer is in Sleep mode In this condition observe the following Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as an electric blanket or heater Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in serious injury NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE You must complete all setup steps up to and including Setting up your software on page 43 before adding external or internal components to your computer These components include but are not limited to a mouse keyboard and printer Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adaptor See Connecting to a power source on page 39 Getting Started 3 Connecting to a power source CO NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface Connecting to a power
124. played 3 Click or touch the app you wish to open Saving your work Before you turn off the computer using the Shut down command save your work on the internal storage drive external media flash media or optical disc This is one of the most important rules of computing Many applications offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals Check your program s documentation to see if it has an automatic save feature 16 Learning the Basics Backing up your work Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer You can back up your files to different types of media such as CDs DVDs external storage media or to a network if available To back up several files at one time use the Microsoft Windows file recovery program preinstalled on the computer s internal storage drive Also see Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system on page 141 drive may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs DVDs You may prefer to use a high capacity file recovery system such as an external hard drive E HINT Backing up all the files on your internal storage Toshiba s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect These sites provide information about Toshiba products give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades For more information s
125. r Product Product registration can be completed by one of three methods 1 From the Toshiba Web site at register toshiba com Type in the requested information and complete the registration process 2 From the Start screen Type Registration while in the Start screen locate and complete the registration process 3 From the Desktop Move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Search fg charm and in the Search field type Registration In the list that appears click or touch Registration and complete the registration process Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish your rights under the Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty NOTE To register online an Internet connection is required Getting Started To Shut down your computer To Shut down your computer 1 From the Start or Desktop screen move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge 2 When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Settings Es charm CAUTION Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows operating system could cause you to lose your work Make sure the system indicator panel s storage drive light and the drive in use light are off If you turn off the power while a disk disc is being accessed you may lose data or damage the disk disc and or drive
126. r activate an item on the screen Scroll through a document or information Zoom in for a close up view Zoom out to see more information at once AccuPoint II primary and secondary control ea buttons Touch pad eco utility button ON OFF buton Touch pad Primary control Secondary control button button Sample Illustration The touch pad and associated control buttons Refer to the table below for specific instructions on performing each operation NOTE The pointeris the icon usually an arrow that moves on the screen when you slide your finger across the touch pad or move a mouse connected to your computer 60 Getting Started Using the touch pad TO Do the following Example Move the on Slide your finger across the touch screen pointer pad in the direction you want to mc move the pointer To move the pointer a longer distance slide your finger several sar ag Mustration times across the touch pad in the 59470779 70 Select an item Open or activate an item Right click an item preferred direction 1 Move the pointer to the item you want to select 2 Do one of the following Tap the touch pad once OR Press and release the primary left hand control button 1 Move the pointer to the item you want to open activate 2 Do one of the following Tap the touch pad twice in rapid succession OR Press and release the primary control button twi
127. r into a live electrical outlet The battery charges whether the computer is on or off 80 Mobile Computing Charging batteries L TECHNICAL NOTE The recharging of the battery may not occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications features and devices Your computer s Power Options utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions The battery is extremely hot or cold To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity wait until it reaches room temperature 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit 10 to 26 degrees Celsius The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes that you periodically operate your computer on battery HINT Once the battery is fully charged we recommend cP power until the battery discharges completely CAUTION Please make a complete back up of your data to external media before discharging the battery For more information see Backing up your work on page 76 Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real time clock RTC battery The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer s configuration se
128. r recovery media It is strongly recommended that you create recovery media before using your system for the first time See Creating recovery media on page 48 and Restoring from recovery media on page 50 8 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE During the recovery process your computer must be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor When you restore your system only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored Any files that you created are not restored during this process Be sure to separately save the files you have created to external media using Windows or another backup program For more information see Backing up your work on page 6 Creating recovery media It is strongly recommended that you create recovery media If the recovery files on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted you can restore your system from your recovery media Also if your original internal storage drive fails you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery media NOTE During the recovery process your computer must be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor NOTE When you create recovery media only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are backed up to the external media and can be restored from this media Any
129. rcial activity or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide such video None of the licenses extend to any other product regardless of whether such product is included with this product in a single article No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA LLC See www mpegla com 18 Computer Recycling Information As part of a commitment to people and the future Toshiba promotes the efficient use of resources by working to achieve our zero waste to landfill goal at all our production sites In addition to our existing waste reduction and recycling policies Toshiba is strongly committed to reducing electronic waste In order to ensure efficient use of resources and appropriate treatment of hazardous substances in accordance with recycling regulations in each state country and territory Toshiba wants to make it easy for customers to recycle products at the end of the life cycle To learn more about Toshiba s sustainability commitment visit us toshiba com green Reuse Donation Recycling Functional computers can be donated to a local charity or resold easily through a Toshiba branded program Non working Toshiba computers can be mailed back for free recycling For additional details please visit us toshiba com recycle Contents ahi cele 0 6 TION ea ee 25 WAS GUO a 27 Salely ICONS 2 2 2 once ten ete 28 Other icons used 28 Your comp
130. re software HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface An interface used to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in digital format providing better picture quality than analog signal HDMI CEC HDMI Consumer Electronics Control One A V component can control another while using this function if connected with HDMI cables See also HDMI Hibernation A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work including all open files and programs when you turn the computer off When you turn on the computer again your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off See also S eeo Suspend hot swapping The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change Glossary 1 63 icon A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function file or program interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image Compare non interlaced internal device See device Internet The decentralized world wide network of computers that provides electronic mail the World Wide Web and other services See also World Wide Web keyboard shortcut A key or combination of keys that you use to
131. reate In the input field enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understood in the future such as Before installing Brand X Accounting app Then click or touch Create The Windows operating system creates the restore point automatically stamps it with the current date and time and displays a message that the restore point was successfully created Click or touch Close Then at a later time you can re establish your Windows configuration using the saved restore point To do this 1 From the Start screen type Control Click or touch Control Panel from the list that appears Click or touch System and Security and then System In the left pane click or touch System Protection The System Protection tab of the System Properties window appears Click or touch System Restore Click or touch Next If Something Goes Wrong 1 4 Develop good computing habits 6 Click or touch the Restore point you want to use then click or touch Next The time stamp and description of each Restore point is displayed NOTE At this point you can click or touch Scan for affected programs to determine what the impact of using the chosen Restore Point will be 7 Verify that the Restore point you chose is the correct one If it is not click or touch Back to return to the previous step 8 Close all programs and save all open files 9 Click or touch Finish and then Yes to begin the system res
132. repeatedly until the setting you want takes effect Briefly pause each time you press the 8 P keys to allow time for the display to change Getting Started 6 D Using external display devices This cycles through the settings in the following order the last two options are available if an external monitor is connected PC screen only Duplicate Extend Second screen only Sample Image Display options window NOTE The 24 P keys navigate through the options without activating a selection Press ENTER to activate a selection NOTE You may also use the Fn F5 key and then press ENTER to activate a selection Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television or other video display device you may need to adjust the video settings See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps 66 Getting Started Customizing your computer s settings Customizing your computer s settings There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements You can go into your computer settings to make adjustments to your computer to suit your needs From the Start or Desktop screen move your pointer to the upper right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge When the Windows charms appear click or touch the Settings Es charm and then click or touch Change PC Settin
133. rging device Utilities 1 1 D Function Key Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by default TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to activate functions by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen These settings turn notifications ON OFF 1 To access Function Key from the Start screen begin typing Function Key 2 Click or touch Function Key The Function Key screen appears TOSHIBA x ba TOSHIDA Fanebon Rey anabhes funded ehen pinn ipei eye Gr en comben ti n with Fr Ses Tl Banc ther her tant nobheabers al the odor ol the mro Theat aol turn avoit milan Status Notification mans 5 i Touch Pad Frabled Cm Cura Cher larg FH ii E i Le Numene Overlay Eg on E ay Sample Image Function Key 3 Slide the ON OFF switch to enable disable the each notification 4 Click or touch Close 1 1 6 Utilities Recovery Media Creator Recovery Media Creator The Recovery Media Creator utility enables you to create recovery media that can be used to return your system to its out of box state if necessary For detailed information on using the utility to create recovery media see Creating recovery media on page 48 Service Station The Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software firmware documentation or other information
134. ripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail Glossary 1 6 5 non interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen Compare interlaced non system disk A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer Compare system disk online Available through the computer Online may refer to information being read from your own computer s internal storage drive such as online documentation or online Help or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet operating system A set of programs that controls how the computer works Examples of operating systems are the Windows Vista Windows 7 and Windows 8 operating systems optical disc drive A drive which reads plastic coated discs on which information is recorded digitally and uses a laser to read data music or videos palette See co or palette password A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network PC Card A credit card sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of computers PC Cards provide functions such as modem fax modem hard disk drive network adapter sound card or SCSI adapter peripheral Any device such as a printer or joystick that is attached to the compu
135. rt USB bus power DC 5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to Enabled the USB Wakeup function does not work for compatible port In that case if there is a USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 attach the mouse or keyboard to it The USB Wakeup function will now work but the USB Sleep and Charge function will be disabled Utilities 1 1 3 Sleep Utilities AWARNING Metal paper clips or hair pins clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with metal products for example when carrying the computer in your bag Enabling Disabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function To enable this function select Enable To disable this function toggle the Enable button to the Disabled position You can also control whether charging takes place when the computer is running on battery power To do so select or de select the Enable under Battery Mode check box in the utility If you enable charging when the computer is running on battery power you can specify that charging stops when battery power drops below a certain level Use the slider at the bottom of the utility window beneath the Disable features when the battery level reaches 10 heading to specify when charging shou
136. rting at step 2 if no critical data has changed USB Sleep and Charge is not working USB Sleep and Charge may be disabled Open the TOSHIBA Sleep and Charge utility to check if the feature is disabled and to enable it if necessary Make sure that the device you want to charge is connected to a port that supports the USB Sleep and Charge function Ports that support this feature are identified with the 4 icon 144 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance USB Sleep and Charge may be disabled Open the TOSHIBA Sleep and Charge utility to check if the feature is disabled and to enable it if necessary For more information see Enabling Disabling USB Sleep and Charge on page 113 Try selecting a different charging mode in the TOSHIBA Sleep and Charge utility if your computer provides more than one charging mode For more information see Power supply mode settings on page 113 If you are attempting to charge a device without an AC adaptor connected to the computer the computer s battery power may be below the limit specified in the TOSHIBA Sleep utility or the battery may be depleted Lower the limit in Sleep and Charge to enable charging at the current battery power level or if battery power is running low or is depleted connect the AC adaptor to your computer The USB Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with th
137. s You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages You may need to update your keyboard driver Refer to the documentation that came with the keyboard or to the keyboard manufacturer s Web site The keyboard you connected may be defective or incompatible with the computer Try using a different make of keyboard Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions The screen is blank Display Auto Off may have gone into effect Press any key to activate the screen If you are using the built in screen make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this press Fn F5 If this does not correct the problem press Fn F5 again to return the display priority to its previous setting HINT Pressing the Fn F5 key several times will advance E you through the display options If you are using an external monitor Check that the monitor is turned on Check that the monitor s power cord cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press Fn F5 to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen The screen does not look correct Choose a theme for your desktop background under Change the visuals and sou
138. s Your Apps from the Windows Store are retained Apps you installed from discs or Web sites are removed A list of removed apps is saved to your desktop For more information see Refresh your PC with user s data on page 52 Reset your computer All of your personal files and apps are removed Your computer settings are changed back to their defaults For more information see Reset your PC on page 54 If Something Goes Wrong 1 27 The Windows operating system is not working Advanced options Choosing this option presents you with another set of options System Restore System Restore allows you to use a Restore point to return the computer to a state at which it was performing properly Restore points may be created When new hardware or software is installed Manually by the user System Image Recovery Windows will Recover the Operating system using a specific image provided by the user Startup Repair This feature automates the repair process The Operating System will automatically look for problems and repair them if possible Command Prompt The command prompt is a very powerful tool for advanced users Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of the options found on this menu were available by pressing the F8 key during the Windows boot process Enable low resolution video mode Restarts Windows using your current video driver at low
139. s a compromise between battery time and performance Using the eco power plan This computer is equipped with the eco power plan Operating the computer with this power plan enabled reduces electrical power consumption by slightly lowering system performance For example when this power plan is enabled the brightness of the display is reduced and the interval before Sleep mode takes effect is shortened To enable or disable the eco power plan see Power Plans on page 85 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 learn how to access the utility see eco Utility on page 103 For more information on the eco power plan see the Help file in the eco Utility window Mobile Computing 8 Changing the main battery y Changing the main battery NOTE The computer s battery is not accessible by the user When your main battery has run out of power plug in the AC adaptor If you find that a new battery is needed contact the location you purchased the computer at for more information on replacing the battery Toshiba will not be responsible for any product damage data loss service or part replacement made necessary by improper installation of a new battery AWARNING lf the computer is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to handle it Taking care of your battery
140. s for your computer visit support toshiba com Contacting Toshiba Toshiba s Technical Support Web site For technical support or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at support toshiba com Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site us toshiba com Marketing and product information in the USA accessories toshiba com Accessories information in the USA www toshiba ca Canada www toshiba Europe com Europe www toshiba co jp index htm Japan latin toshiba com Mexico and all of Latin America acclaim toshiba com Toshiba USA Self Service support web site laptopforums toshiba com Community discussion forums for Toshiba laptop users 1 AG If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba s worldwide offices Toshiba s worldwide offices Australia Canada Toshiba Australia Pty Limited Toshiba Canada Ltd 84 92 Talavera Road 191 McNabb Street North Ryde NSW 2113 Markham Ontario Sydney L3R 8H2 Australia Canada France Germany Toshiba Systemes France S A Toshiba Europe GmbH 7 Rue Ampere B P 131 LeibnizstraBe 2 92800 Puteaux Cedex D 93055 Regensburg France Germany Italy Japan Centro Direzionale Colleoni Toshiba Corporation PCO IO Palazzo Perseo 1 1 Shibaura 1 Chome Via Paracelso 10 Minato Ku Tokyo 105 8001 20041 Agrate Brianza Japan Milano Italy La
141. se the internal storage drive or other optional devices Where you are working since operating time decreases at low temperatures There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery Enable Sleep or Hibernation which saves power when you turn off the computer and turn it back on again Use the Windows power saving option plans Mobile Computing 8 D Monitoring battery power These power saving options control the way in which the computer is configured By using them you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery Microsoft has combined these options into preset Power Plans Using one of these power plans lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance You may also set individual power saving options to suit your own needs The following sections describe how to choose a Power Plan and discuss each power saving option Power Plans You can choose a predefined Power Plan or select your own combination of power options To do this 1 While on the desktop click or touch the Battery f icon in the notification area 2 Click or touch More power options The Windows Power Options window appears C Por Op i ii os 0 Pe Control Pane M ca ond Sood Pow Optom ch Doned Pa git LE Choose or customize a power plan AUS k di ot HL A poe plan ee a collection of ha
142. se this utility it is strongly recommended that you delete your fingerprint template data before transferring ownership or disposing of your computer Otherwise personal information and or proprietary information on the internal storage drive may be viewed by a third party For details on how to delete the fingerprint data see your online Help file Utilities 1 1 Q Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Logon The fingerprint utility enables logon to your computer using fingerprints During user enrollment fingerprint samples are saved and associated with the user s Windows user account When the user attempts to log on again the user s fingerprint is read and compared with the user s enrolled fingerprints if the fingerprint is recognized user logon is completed The Fast User Switching feature of the Windows operating system is also supported If user A is logged on and the fingerprint utility verifies the fingerprint of user B who is already enrolled the utility recognizes the fingerprint and switches the users If your system supports power on security existing fingerprint samples can be used also for power on authentication Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader Failure to follow these guidelines and or procedures might result in damage to the reader or cause reader failure finger recognition problems or lower finger recognition success rate Do not scratch or poke the reader w
143. shes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor NOTE lf the AC power light flashes amber during charging either a battery pack is malfunctioning or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply 82 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power HINT Be careful not to confuse the battery light E power light Cd and the power button light When the power light or power button light flashes amber it indicates that the system is suspended using the Windows operating system Sleep command System indicator lights o op mms si indicator lights O O oe O AC power light Battery light ON OFF light Internal storage drive light Sample I lustration Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait a few moments after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and perform its calculations vil Move the pointer over the power icon in the notification area see Finding your way around t
144. sktop 92 Windows Store nine 94 Setting up for communications 95 Connecting your computer to a network 96 Exploring audio features 96 Recording sounds 96 Using external speakers or headphones 97 Using the Web Camera 98 Using the Smart Card Reader 98 Using the Memory card reader 99 Inserting memory media 99 REMOVING memory media 100 Using the expansion port 101 Chapter 5 Utilities 102 SCO E E ee 103 Password WTIIINY Sin denis siens 104 Using a Supervisor password 104 USING a user password cceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 106 Deleting a user password 108 System SO THINGS Se nn de 109 Sleep Utilities ce eeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeseeteneesanes 111 USB Sleep and Charge 111 Enabling Disabling USB Sleep and IAN OC E E E EE 113 Power supply mode settings 113 FUNCION MOY A no 115 Contents 2 3 Recovery Media Creator 116 Service SIATION 225500 enes ee peer 116 TOSHIBA Application Installer 117 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 118 Fingerprint utility limitations 118 Using the Fingerprint Authentication GU ere eaceteoeaghaseke dnedmeetetareane 118 Fingerprint Logon 119 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader eee 119 Fingerprint reader limitat
145. source Your computer requires power to operate Use the power cord cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet or to charge the computer s battery WARNING Never pull on a power cord cable to remove a plug from a socket Always grasp the plug directly Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord cable and or result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury WARNING Always confirm that the power plug and extension cable plug if used has been fully inserted into the socket to ensure a secure electrical connection Failure to do so may result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury Be careful if you use a multiple connector An overload on one socket could cause a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury WARNING Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor 40 Getting Started Connecting to a power source AC adaptor Power cord cable To connect AC power to the computer 1 Connect the power cord cable to the AC adaptor Y ee a Sample I lustration Connectin
146. splayed by your system The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system Finding your way around the desktop Your computer s desktop includes several standard features icons taskbar notification area notifications and background pattern Notifications Icons TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt Taskbar Notification area Sample Image Windows Desktop screen Exploring Your Computer s Features Q 3 Exploring the desktop Icons An icon represents a folder file or program that can be quickly activated by double clicking or touching the icon You can create a new desktop icon for any folder file or program by dragging the element s icon from its location ina window to the desktop area You may see various icons displayed on your system desktop for example Recycle Bin Holds files you have deleted You may be able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin TECHNICAL NOTE If you delete a large number of files or very large files from the internal storage drive there may be insufficient space available in the Recycle Bin to hold these files In this case Windows will prompt you to either permanently delete the file s or cancel the deletion If you delete a file of any size from an external media or flash media it does not go into the Recycle Bin The file is permanently deleted Permanently dele
147. such as hard disks Compare disc See also hard disk disk drive The device that reads and writes information and programs on external media or hard disk It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read write heads document Any file created with an application and if saved to disk given a name by which it can be retrieved See also file double click To press and release the pointing device s primary button rapidly twice without moving the pointing device In the Windows operating system this refers to the pointing device s left button unless otherwise stated download 1 In communications to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network 2 To send font data from the computer to a printer See also upload drag To hold down the mouse button while moving the pointer to drag a selected object In the Windows operating system this refers to the left mouse button unless otherwise stated driver See device driver DVD An individual digital versatile or video disc See also DVD ROM DVD ROM Digital Versatile or Video Disc Read Only Memory A very high capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data Each DVD ROM can hold as much data as several CD ROMs Compare CD ROM E emulation A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program enable To turn on a computer option See also disable Glossary 1 61 eSAT
148. t ISS Sample Illustration Correct posture oon af is Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work When using a notebook for long hours it may be more comfortable to dock the notebook and use an external keyboard mouse and monitor The keyboard and mouse or trackball should be close to your elbow level The mouse should be next to the keyboard to avoid a reach If you have to reach the arm should be supported in the forearm area by the desk surface or the chair arm supports Alternative keyboards such as the split curved keyboard may improve shoulder and arm comfort Select a mouse that is comfortable for you to use Don t rest your wrists on the edge of the keyboard or on the work surface when typing The monitor should be about an arm length away while sitting back in the chair The monitor should be centered in front of your body The top of the monitor should be at or slightly below eye level A monitor that is too high or too low can cause awkward head and neck postures and may lead to discomfort in the neck muscles If you use bifocals you may need to lower the monitor Alternatively you might consider customized prescription computer glasses Typing style Learn to touch type so that you don t have to look down at the keyboard Type with straight wrists Type lightly Learn the keyboard shortcuts for your applications You will be more productive Use the pointing device e g
149. tains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and is manufactured using high precision technology Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the screen will deteriorate This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology When the computer is operated on battery power the screen will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power 1 3 If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems Disk or storage drive problems Problems with the storage drive or with external media usually show up as an inability to access the drive or as sector errors Sometimes a drive problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them Error checking NOTE This feature is not available for optical disc drives Run Error checking which analyzes the directories and files on the storage drive and repairs any damage it finds To run Error checking 1 From the Start screen type computer 2 Click or touch This PC from the list that appears 3 Right click or touch the drive you wish to check Videos rE 53 DVO AW Ore E Sample Image Clicking on or touching the drive 4 inthe pop up menu click or touch Properties The drive s Properties box appears 5 Click or touch the To
150. ted files cannot be recovered from the Recycle Bin For more information on the Recycle Bin see Windows online Help NOTE If you place the pointer over an icon a popup description of the file contents appears Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration See Windows online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it Taskbar Each time you open a program a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar With some programs a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows To make a program or window the currently active one click or touch the associated taskbar button Q 4 Exploring Your Computer s Features Windows Store Notification area The notification area displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background and displays notifications To learn more about each task position the pointer over the icon for a few moments and a short description of the task appears Typical tasks in the notification area are Current time Power usage mode network connectivity status and speaker volume To activate a specific task click or touch the appropriate notification area icon Notifications There are many types of notifications you can employ to help you with the many tasks you perform every day User experience notificatio
151. tellite systems Please note that high power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 GHz to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 GHz to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device Les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150 5250 MHz sont r serv s uniquement pour une utilisation l int rieur afin de r duire les risques de brouillage pr judiciable aux syst mes de satellites mobiles utilisant les m mes canaux Veuillez noter que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont d sign s utilisateurs principaux c a d qu ils ont la priorit pour les bandes 5250 5350 MHz et 5650 5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN EL NOTE The above caution applies to products that operate with an 802 11a radio device Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country region where the product is sold In addition the product complies with the following EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards Supplementary The product complies with the Information requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and or the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC This product is carrying the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives The party responsible for CE Marking is TOS
152. ter AWARNING Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer and never expose the computer to rain water seawater or moisture Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire resulting in damage or serious injury If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur immediately 1 Turn off the computer 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power plug socket and computer Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center A CAUTION Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface of the computer Computer base and palm rest can become hot Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin Today s performance computers generate heat under normal operating conditions as a function of system activity Avoid extended contact between the computer base or palm rest and your skin Under certain operating conditions such prolonged contact between the computer base or palm rest and your skin may result in skin irritation and or heat injury Getting Started 3 1 Selecting a place to work Consider using a hard computer insulating pad or similarly suitable hard insulating material when using a computer on your lap CAUTION Never place a heavy object on the computer and be e c
153. ter and controlled by the computer s CPU pixel Short for picture element The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer Plug and Play Generally refers to the computer s ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices When capitalized refers to a standard that when followed by a device manufacturer allows a computer to configure itself automatically to work with the device 1 66 Glossary pointer An icon usually an arrow that moves on the screen when you slide your finger across the touch pad or move a mouse Used to point to and select activate on screen items such as icons menu items and buttons The shape and purpose of the pointer varies depending on the program you are using and what you are doing pointing device Any device such as the touch pad or a mouse that enables you to move the pointer on the screen port A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device processor See Central Processing Unit CPU program A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer The general classes of programs also called software are operating system application and utility See also operating system application utility properties The attributes of an object or device For example the properties of a file include the file s type size and creation date R RAM Random Access Memory
154. th noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s ports Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact Toshiba s Support Web site at support toshiba com Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth modules are designed to be interoperable with any product with B uetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS radio technology and is compliant to Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group Logo certification with B uetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group CAUTION Siuetooth modules enable wireless networks over two or more up to a total of seven TOSHIBA portable devices Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or support tos
155. th wireless technology however is much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones Because products with B uetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of B vefooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment CAUTION Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the B uetooth module is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the B uetooth
156. the battery discharges fully your unsaved information will be lost Be sure to save your work first AG Getting Started Adding optional external devices 3 Inthe lower right of the screen click or touch the Power U icon HE Sleep option x Shut down Available Restart Power a Notifications Power Keyboard Sample Image Sleep 4 Highlight Sleep and then click or touch the Sleep option Sleep mode saves the current state of the computer to memory so that when you restart the computer you can continue working from where you left off Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices Toshiba recommends setting up your software See Setting up your software on page 43 After starting your computer for the first time you may want to Add more memory see Adding memory on page 46 Connect external devices see Connecting an external device on page 62 Connect an external monitor see Using external display devices on page 63 Adding memory Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today s popular applications Toshiba will not be responsible for any product damage data loss service or part replacement made necessary by improper installation of a memory module Getting Started 4T Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc driv
157. ther important files Take advantage of these features to protect yourself from much more difficult and time consuming restoration procedures and to safeguard your valuable data from loss Saving system configuration with restore points The System Restore feature of the Windows operating system quickly creates restore points snapshots of your Windows operating system configuration and saves them for later recall If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software you can easily select a previously established Control Point to turn back the clock restoring the Windows operating system to the state it was in just prior to the installation This is much easier and more effective than uninstalling the hardware or software which often leaves behind unwanted files and settings It is also easy to undo a restore point selection if you change your mind 140 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Follow these steps to create a restore point using the System Restore utility 9 From the Start screen type Control Click or touch Control Panel from the list that appears Click or touch System and Security and then System In the left pane click or touch System Protection The System Protection tab of the System Properties window appears Click or touch Configure Under Restore settings select Turn on System Protection Click or touch OK Click or touch C
158. tin America and Caribbean Mexico Toshiba America Information Toshiba de Mexico S A de C V Systems Inc Sierra Candela No 111 6to 9740 Irvine Boulevard Piso Irvine California 92618 Col Lomas de Chapultepec United States CP 11000 Mexico DF Spain United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems Toshiba Information Systems Espa a S A U K Ltd Parque Empresarial San Toshiba Court Fernando Weybridge Business Park Edificio Europa 1a Planta Addlestone Road Escalera A Weybridge Surrey KT15 2UL 28831 Madrid San Fernando United Kingdom de Henares Spain United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba America Information Toshiba Europe L E GmbH Systems Inc Hammfelddamm 8 9740 Irvine Boulevard D 4 1460 Neuss Irvine California 92618 Germany United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations please visit www toshiba co jp index htm Appendix A TOSHIBA Function Keys TOSHIBA Function keys provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications Functions TOSHIBA Function keys are used to set or modify the following system functions fe so eo fo Se Se fo LC Lock Instant security Power Plan Sleep Hibernation Output Display switch Brightness control Wireless Touch pad Mute 147 8 TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Lock Instant security Fn FY This TOSHIBA Function key activates instant security 2 The
159. to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems in Please note that high power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 GHz to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 GHz to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device NOTE The above caution applies to products that operate with an 802 11a radio device 8 Wireless LAN and Your Health Wireless LAN products like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board airplanes or In any other en
160. tor 39 AC adaptor cord to DC IN 40 computer to a network 96 external device 62 HDMI compatible TV or display device 63 monitor 64 power cord cable 41 power source 40 cooling fan adequate ventilation 38 customize computer settings 66 D data entire system backup troubleshooting 141 desktop creating new icon 93 exploring the 92 icons 93 recycle bin 93 standard features 91 92 Device Manager fixing a problem 129 directing display output 64 disabling touch pad 62 display troubleshooting 133 display devices external 63 display output settings 64 display external adjusting 65 disposal information 18 disposing of your computer 88 documentation 29 E eco power plan 86 eco Utility 103 enabling touch pad 62 ENERGY STAR 25 expansion capability 101 expansion port using 101 exploring desktop 92 Start screen 90 external display device HDMI Out port 63 RGB monitor port 63 Index 1 7 external display adjusting 65 Initial setup F using your computer for the files first time 42 backing up 69 76 internal storage drive saving 75 recovery 47 fingerprint K authentication 118 keyboard Fingerpnnt Authentication Utility using 118 Function Key 115 Function Keys disabling or enabling wireless devices 150 Function keys disabling touch pad 150 Disabling enabling cursor control overlay 151 Disabling enabling numeric overlay 151 Disabling enabling scroll lock 151 display brightness 150
161. tore Your Windows operating system configuration will now be restored to the state it was in when the chosen restore point was created and then the computer will be automatically restarted Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system The most valuable component of your computer system is the data you create and store on its internal storage drive Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it the next most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your data Fortunately the Windows operating system offers a convenient way to back up your computer or just your important files to optional external writable optical disc drives or hard drives An external hard drive is recommended in case the internal storage drive fails No additional software is required Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to or burn as well as read from optical discs External optical disc writers are also widely available 1 2 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Follow these steps to back up your computer or files to optical discs or a storage drive NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power Connect the AC adaptor before continuing 1 From the Start screen type Control Click or touch Control Panel from the list that
162. ts the central processing unit CPU with other parts of the computer such as the video adapter disk drives and ports It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another See also bus speed trontside bus bus speed The speed at which the central processing unit CPU communicates with the other parts of the computer 1 5 8 Glossary C cache A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer s main memory See also CPU cache L1 cache L2 cache CD An individual compact disc See also CD ROM CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory A form of high capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data See also CD Compare DVD ROM Central Processing Unit CPU The chip that functions as the brain of the computer It takes information from outside sources such as memory or keyboard input processes the information and sends the results to another device that uses the information character Any letter number or symbol you can use on the computer Some characters are non printing characters such as a paragraph break in a word processing program A character occupies one byte of computer storage Charm charms Start screen icons that slide out from the right side of the screen and direct you to various Windows functions chip A sma
163. ttings When fully charged it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped resulting in a CMOS error message during startup The error message may vary by computer model Mobile Computing 81 Monitoring battery power NOTE Depending on your system the RTC battery may only charge while the computer is turned on To recharge the RTC battery plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged a warning prompts you to reset the real time clock The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored Monitoring battery power q__ The computer s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery s current charge Glows amber while the main battery is being charged AC adaptor connected Glows white when the main battery is fully charged NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending upon power management settings applications and features used Fla
164. user logon screen will appear and a user with a valid account will need to log back on to gain access to the computer Power plan Fn F2 This TOSHIBA Function key displays the currently selectable power plans and cycles through the power plans The properties of each power plan and the power plans that are displayed by this function are set in the Power Options window see Power Plans on page 85 This TOSHIBA function key also allows you to enable notifications for power plans The notifications are disabled by default Sleep mode Fn F3 This TOSHIBA Function key places the computer into gt Sleep mode Hibernation mode Fn F4 This TOSHIBA Function key places the computer into 9 Hibernation mode If Hibernation mode is disabled this Function key will not respond TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 1 49 Output Display switch Fn F5 2 0 This TOSHIBA Function key cycles through the display options and highlights the available options Click touch or press ENTER to activate the selected option PC screen only Duplicate Extend Second screen only Second screen et Sample Image Display mode options window NOTE All of the above modes are always displayed on the screen however only the available modes for your system are functional depending on the attached external display s 5O TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Display brightness Fn F6 Vo Fn F7
165. uter s features and SPECICATION Ss re resasene sc 29 Documentation cccccecceeceeeeeeeeeceeseeceesaeseeeaees 29 SEL VICE ODUONS A ane ea ass ae caen 29 Chapter 1 Getting Started 30 Selecting a place to Work cccceseeeeseeeeeeeeees 30 Setting up a work environment 30 Keeping yourself comfortable 06 31 Computer user comfort recommendations 31 Good Working Posture oannnannonnnoonnenannnnnnnne 31 Using the notebook with an external keyboard mouse or monitor 32 TYPING style 33 Taking breaks and varying tasks o nannenn 34 Mobile COMPUTING tips ccceeceeeceeeeeeeeees 34 Transporting the notebook 34 Seeking additional help 35 20 Contents Check list 35 PYCCAUTIONS anne Data sa 36 Important information on your computer s COO MING als de 38 Setting Up your COMpUtEr a osnoenonnnenoenonnrnnnnnnnnne 38 Connecting to a power SOUICE cceeceeeeeeeeeeees 39 Charging the main battery c cssceseeeeeeeeees 41 Using the computer for the first time 42 ASS a 42 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 43 To Shut down your computer 44 To Restart your computer 45 To place your computer in Sleep mode 45 Adding optional external devices 46 Adding memory 2e esse essences 46 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 0 0 00
166. vironment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment CAUTION Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Wireless LAN is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Wireless LAN shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Canada Industry Canada IC This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conform a la norme NMB 003 du Canada This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada CAUTION The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s Web site www hc sc gc ca rpb The RF device shall not be co located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device Operation is subject to the following two c
167. w directions carefully It is often necessary to run an installation utility first before connecting a new hardware item to the computer If the device is connected first it may be very difficult to complete the installation successfully Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software Restart the Windows operating system Always restart the Windows operating system after each installation even if the installation utility does not prompt you to do so This will ensure that the installation is completed and will clean up anything that the installation utility left behind Do one installation at a time If you have several new items to add to your computer system install just one at a time creating restore points immediately before each successive installation This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems For best results follow this sequence 1 Back up critical data Create a restore point Install one item of hardware or software Restart the Windows operating system 0O Aa N Use the new hardware or software for a while noting any new problems Make sure that your critical applications email business applications etc are working correctly and verify that important devices are still functioning 6 For each additional hardware or software item repeat these steps starting at step 1 if any of your critical data has changed or sta
168. xit Utilities 1 09 System Settings System Settings System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows operating system To access It 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings 2 Click or touch System Settings The System Settings screen appears TOSHIBA zagi x fal TOS Ale Sytem Seting alloves you to configure your CONTI ELA Ent Sy RIGM Settings TOSHIBA fester Settings V1 1 2 22001 Copyright 2012 2018 TOSHIBA Conporatiqon All ight recenups G n ral OS Vermont 121 Ooyeayeo1s EC Verion LW Sleep Utilities Croplar Boe Cptians Keyboard USE Ra SATA appt T Sample Image System Settings screen General tab options The System Settings screen may have the following tabs General Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values Sd Sleep Utilities Allows you to enable or disable Sleep and Charge Sleep and Charge Allows you to charge USB compatible external devices DOCS Display Allows you to change various default settings for the built in display NOTE When the computer restarts it remembers the last configuration If data does not appear on the display you are using after starting in Sleep mode press the zg P keys to toggle the display For more information see Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
169. za i et F a lt p pA ST a mo aw LO 20 me E z zT gt za GO mz NOTE To capture a print screen of the entire screen press the Fn PRTSC key This only applies to models with a 10 key keypad To capture only the active window displayed press Fn ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key 5 ES HOME END PGUP PGDN SYSRQ PRTSC BREAK PAUSE BACK i Sample Jell PR L key on the 10 key keyboard Function keys The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard ESC F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F7 F8 F9 F10 q a 4 39 2 0 AS p Fe Sample Illustration Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer For example Fn F9 turns the touch pad ON OFF For more information see TOSHIBA Function Keys on page 147 Learning the Basics 7 Using the keyboard Special Windows keys Windows key Application key Sample Illustration Special Windows keys Your computer s keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in Windows Windows key Toggles between the Desktop screen and

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