Toshiba L55T-C5290, S55T-C5222 User Guide

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Satellite®/Satellite Pro® L40/ L50/L70/S50-C Series

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For the state of California only.

Model: Satellite®/Satellite Pro®

L40/L50/L70/S50-C 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 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.

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.

TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL 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.

ACCORDINGLY,

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

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with 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 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

NOTE

Bluetooth

product with Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖

❖ Logo certification with

This section is only applicable if your system has a

Bluetooth

Bluetooth Bluetooth

defined by The

Bluetooth

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.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

When you use a LAN devices, cause errors. If you detect certain interference while you use a 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

same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use 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 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.

module.

modules are designed to be interoperable with any

Bluetooth

Specification as defined and approved by The Special Interest Group.

Bluetooth

wireless technology that is based on

Bluetooth

modules enable wireless networks over two or

Bluetooth

device, always change the frequency, move your

and Wireless LAN devices operate within the

Bluetooth

wireless technology as

Special Interest Group.

module close to 2.4 GHz Wireless

transmissions might slow down or

and Wireless LAN devices

Bluetooth

or Wireless

Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your

Health

The products with devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with however is much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.

Because products with the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes 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 technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

Bluetooth

❖ Using the equipment with

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.

wireless technology, like other radio

Bluetooth

wireless technology operate within

wireless technology

Bluetooth

wireless technology

Bluetooth

wireless technology on

wireless

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth module is far

below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth module shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

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/n/

ac), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi

Alliance. The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

) certification as defined by the Wi-Fi

Bluetooth

same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use 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

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.

and Wireless LAN devices operate within the

Bluetooth

or Wireless LAN device.

and Wireless LAN devices

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 environment where the risk of interference to other

devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.

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.

Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions

NOTE

This section is only applicable if your system has an Optical Disc Drive.

This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read the User’s Guide carefully and keep it for your future reference.

Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair an optical disc drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required.

Location of the Required Label

(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.)

Canada – Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.

L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

To comply with the Canadian RF exposure compliance requirements, this device and its antenna must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Pour être conforme aux exigences canadiennes en matière d'exposition aux fréquences radio, l'appareil et son antenne ne doivent pas être situés au même endroit qu'une autre antenne ou un autre émetteur ni fonctionner en même temps.

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.

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 Satellite systems.

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 réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.

Veuillez noter que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d., qu’ils ont la priorité) 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.

La mise en garde ci-dessus ne s’applique qu’aux appareils ayant un transmetteur opérant en mode 802.11 a.

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:

Pb, Hg, Cd

EU Declaration of Conformity

TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards:

Supplementary Information:

This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. The party responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.

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.

*The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC, compatible with the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and the Eco Design Directive 2009/125/EC (ErP) and the related implementing measures.

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 worldwide 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.

Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries

België/ Belgique:

Deutschland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller

France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz

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 privé-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 privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, au-dessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter l’IBPT.

for procedure to follow. Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht

genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.

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 fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits extérieur en France. Vous pouvez contacter l’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications (http://www.arttelecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.

Italia: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations

not allowed. È necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso

interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire.

Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller

for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem

contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure.

Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries

European Community Countries

Austria O x x Belgium, France,

Switzerland/ Liechtenstein

Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, UK

Iceland, Spain O O O

O: allowed x: forbidden

5150-5250 MHz Channels: 36, 40, 44, 48

Indoor Only

OO x

OO O

5250-5350 MHz Channels: 52, 56, 60, 64

Indoor Only

5470-5725 MHz Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112, 116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140

Indoor/Outdoor

❖ 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. Adhoc 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. 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 configured 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

2.4DSOF4

(3)

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, 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.

2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

(1) (2)

(4)

1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.

OF: This equipment uses OFDM modulation.

3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 4 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.

2.4FH1

(3)

The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

(1) (2)

(4)

1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to

2,483.5 MHz.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868

VCCI Class B Information

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.

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.

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, including 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.

Trademarks

Satellite, Satellite Pro, 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 license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & 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, microSD, and SD 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 noncommercial 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-commercial 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.

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-wasteto-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 toshiba.com/recycle.

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 toshiba.com/recycle.

Introduction.......................................................26

This guide ............................................................ 28

Safety icons ......................................................... 29

Other icons used............................................ 29

Your computer’s features and

specifications ........................................... 30

Documentation .................................................... 30

Service options .................................................... 30

Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................31

Selecting a place to work .................................... 31

Setting up a work environment...................... 31

Keeping yourself comfortable........................ 32

Computer user comfort recommendations.... 32

Good Working Posture .................................. 32

Using the notebook with an external

keyboard, mouse or monitor.................... 33

Typing style.................................................... 34

Taking breaks and varying tasks ................... 35

Mobile computing tips ................................... 35

Transporting the notebook ............................ 35

Seeking additional help.................................. 36

Contents

Check list ....................................................... 36

Precautions .................................................... 37

Important information on your computer’s

cooling fan................................................ 39

Setting up your computer .................................... 39

Connecting to a power source ............................ 40

Charging the main battery ................................... 42

Using the computer for the first time................... 42

Initial setup..................................................... 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 ................................................... 46

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive ................. 46

Creating recovery media................................ 47

Restoring from recovery media...................... 50

Refresh your PC (with user’s data) ................ 51

Reset your PC................................................ 53

Installing drivers and applications.................. 56

Using the touch pad ............................................ 57

Adjusting touch pad settings ......................... 59

Disabling or enabling the touch pad .............. 60

Connecting an external device ...................... 60

Using external display devices ............................ 61

Selecting video cables................................... 61

Connecting an HDMI™-compatible

television or display device ...................... 61

Directing the display output when you

turn on the computer ............................... 62

Adjusting the quality of the external

display...................................................... 63

Customizing your computer’s settings ................ 63

Caring for your computer..................................... 63

Cleaning the computer................................... 64

Moving the computer..................................... 64

Contents

Using a computer lock................................... 64

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics.............................. 66

Computing tips .................................................... 66

Using the keyboard.............................................. 67

Function keys................................................. 68

Special Windows

Backlit keyboard .................................................. 69

Touch screen ....................................................... 69

Touch screen navigation................................ 70

Mouse properties................................................. 71

Starting an app .................................................... 71

Starting an app from the Start screen ........... 72

Saving your work ................................................. 72

Backing up your work.......................................... 73

Using the optical disc drive ................................. 73

Optical disc drive components ...................... 74

Media control buttons.................................... 75

Inserting an optical disc ................................ 75

Playing optical media..................................... 76

Recording optical media................................ 76

Removing a disc with the computer on ......... 77

Removing a disc with the computer off......... 77

Toshiba’s online resources.................................. 78

keys ................................ 69

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................ 79

Toshiba’s energy-saver design............................ 79

Running the computer on battery power............. 79

Battery Notice ................................................ 80

Power management....................................... 81

Charging batteries ............................................... 81

Charging the RTC battery .............................. 82

Monitoring battery power .................................... 83

Determining remaining battery power............ 84

What to do when the main battery runs

low............................................................ 85

Setting battery notifications........................... 85

Conserving battery power ............................. 86

Power Plans ................................................... 87

Contents

Using the eco power plan.................................... 88

Changing the main battery................................... 89

Removing the battery from the computer...... 90

Inserting a charged battery............................ 91

Taking care of your battery.................................. 92

Safety precautions ......................................... 92

Maintaining your battery ................................ 93

Disposing of used batteries ................................. 93

Traveling tips........................................................ 94

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features ....96

Exploring the Start screen ................................... 96

Charms........................................................... 97

Tiles................................................................ 98

Exploring the desktop.......................................... 98

Finding your way around the desktop ........... 98

Windows

Setting up for communications.......................... 101

Connecting your computer to a network ..... 102

Exploring audio features .................................... 102

Recording sounds........................................ 102

Using external speakers or headphones ..... 103

Using the Web Camera...................................... 104

Using the Memory card reader .......................... 104

Inserting memory media .............................. 105

Removing memory media ............................ 105

Store................................................. 100

Chapter 5: Utilities ................................................107

eco Utility® ........................................................ 108

Password Utility ................................................. 109

Using a supervisor password ...................... 109

Using a user password ................................ 111

Deleting a user password ............................ 113

System Settings................................................. 114

Sleep Utilities ..................................................... 116

USB Sleep and Charge................................ 116

Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and

Charge.................................................... 118

Power supply mode settings ....................... 118

Contents

Function Key...................................................... 120

Recovery Media Creator.................................... 121

Service Station................................................... 121

TOSHIBA Application Installer ........................... 122

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong .................. 123

Problems that are easy to fix ............................. 123

Problems when you turn on the computer ........ 124

The Windows

working ........................................................ 126

Using Startup options to fix problems......... 127

Internet problems......................................... 129

The Windows

help you.................................................. 130

Fixing a problem with Device Manager ............. 130

Checking device properties ......................... 130

Power and the batteries..................................... 131

Keyboard problems ........................................... 133

Display problems ............................................... 133

Disk or storage drive problems.......................... 135

Error-checking ............................................. 135

Optical disc drive problems............................... 137

Sound system problems.................................... 138

Printer problems ................................................ 138

Wireless networking problems........................... 139

DVD operating problems ................................... 141

Develop good computing habits........................ 142

Data and system configuration backup in

the Windows

If you need further assistance............................ 148

Contacting Toshiba...................................... 149

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...................... 149

Toshiba’s worldwide offices .............................. 149

operating system is not

operating system can

operating system............ 143

Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys ................. 151

Functions ........................................................... 151

Search.......................................................... 152

Display brightness ....................................... 152

Output (Display switch) ............................... 153

Contents

Disabling or enabling the touch pad ............ 154

Media buttons.............................................. 154

Volume Mute................................................ 154

Disabling or enabling wireless devices ........ 155

Zoom In/Out................................................. 155

Keyboard Backlight...................................... 155

Zoom (Display resolution) ............................ 155

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors........156

Glossary..........................................................157

Index ...............................................................173

Introduction

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 Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection

Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR 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’s power management features have been pre-configured to activate the display Sleep mode after no later than 15 minutes of inactivity; the system Sleep mode is activated after no later than 30 minutes of user inactivity. We recommend that you leave these and other energy 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.

qualified.

Program and has designed

guidelines

Introduction

When considering additions to your home office, purchase products that have earned the ENERGY STAR 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

NOTE

This computer is compatible with European Union Directive 2011/65/EU, Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS), which restricts use of certain chemicals including, but not limited to, 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.

Certain Microsoft® software product(s) included with this computer may use technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation procedures 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.

for all your

Program.

Introduction

This guide

NOTE

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. ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to find specific

information.

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.

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:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Introduction

Safety icons

NOTE

Provides important information.

Other icons used

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.

DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.

Introduction

Documentation

Your computer’s features and specifications

Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations 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:

(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 123.

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 computer.

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 in a variety of circumstances and locations.

Setting up a work environment

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

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 recommendations

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.

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 clear.

❖ 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

(Sample Illustration) Correct posture

Getting Started

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 s tyle

❖ 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., touch pad, Accupoint

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.

, or

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

❖ 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 notebook 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 ergonomicallydesigned computer case.

Getting Started

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 Department of Labor, Occupational Safety & Health Administration Web site at:

http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/computerworkstations/

Check list

❏ 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?

❏ Are your hands and wrists aligned in a comfortable,

straight posture?

❏ Are your arms supported in the forearm area (not at the

wrist)?

❏ 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?

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 computer.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

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.

3. Remove the battery pack, if applicable.

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.

❖ 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

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.

Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful 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.

Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the 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.

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.

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 power 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 40.

Getting Started

Connecting to a power source

NOTE

Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface.

Connecting to a power 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.

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.

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.

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.

To connect AC power to the computer:

1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor.

Connecting to a power source

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This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the side of

the computer.

Getting Started

NOTE

To locate your DC-IN port, please refer to your Quick Start document.

3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet.

The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white.

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 main battery has discharged, 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 input from the AC power supply.

Getting Started

Charging the main battery

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.

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 96.

NOTE

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.

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.

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.

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Setting up your software

When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely.

Getting Started

NOTE

The first time you turn on your computer, the setup guides you through steps to set up your software. Follow the onscreen instructions.

The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices.

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your 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

Start screen, locate and complete the registration process.

3 From the Desktop: Press the

display the Start screen. Click or touch the icon at the upper-right corner of the screen and, in the Search field, type click or touch registration process.

Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish your rights under the Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty.

Registration. In the list that appears,

Registration and complete the

Registration while in the

Windows

( ) key to

Search ()

NOTE

To register online, an Internet connection is required.

Shut down option

Getting Started

To Shut down your computer

1 Press the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start

screen.

Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows 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.

2 Click or touch the

corner of the screen.

operating system could cause you to lose

(Sample Image) Shut down

NOTE

3 Highlight

To perform a Hybrid shut down, (instead of performing a Shut down), click or touch the NOT hold the Shift key.

Shut down while holding the Shift key, and

then click or touch the The computer closes all open applications, shuts down

the operating system, and then turns off.

Power ( ) icon at the upper-right

Shut down option but do

Shut down option.

Getting Started

Restart option

Sleep option

To Restart your computer

1 Press the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start

screen.

2 Click or touch the

corner of the screen.

Power ( ) icon at the upper-right

(Sample Image) Restart

3 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 Press the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start

screen.

If you power down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first.

2 Click or touch the

corner of the screen.

Power ( ) icon at the upper-right

(Sample Image) Sleep

3 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.

Getting Started

Adding optional external devices

NOTE

After starting your computer for the first time you may want to:

❖ Connect external devices (see “Connecting an external

❖ Connect an external monitor (see “Using external

Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See “Setting up your software”

on page 43.

device” on page 60)

display devices” on page 61)

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.

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

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 media

Restoring from recovery media

Refresh your PC (with user’s data)

Reset your PC This option allows you to remove all data from

This option allows you to create the recovery media you will use to restore your computer.

See “Creating recovery media” on page 47. This option allows you to restore your system

from the recovery media you created. See “Restoring from recovery media” on page 50.

This option allows you to refresh your system without losing your data.

See “Refresh your PC (with user’s data)” on

page 51.

your system and reinstall Windows See “Reset your PC” on page 53.

Getting Started

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

A 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 your 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 47 and “Restoring from recovery media” on page 50.

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 For more information, see “Backing up your work” on

page 73.

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.

or another backup program.

Getting Started

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

NOTE

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.

To create recovery media:

1 From the Start screen begin typing

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 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 73.

Recovery Media

Creator

the Desktop, press the Start screen. Click or touch the upper-right corner of the screen and, in the Search field, type click or touch your selection.

The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays.

and click or touch your selection. If you are in

Windows

Recovery Media Creator. In the list that appears,

( ) key to display the

Search ( ) icon at the

(Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box

Getting Started

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

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 optical disc 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.

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

Recovery Media Creator utility dialog box.

6 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the copy

process.

NOTE

For information on using the Recovery media you have created with the preceding steps, see “Restoring from

recovery media” on page 50.

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.

Create button in the TOSHIBA

Getting Started

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

Restoring from recovery media

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 73).

NOTE

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 47.

NOTE

To recover your internal storage drive from recovery media:

1 Make sure your computer is turned off. 2 Do one of the following:

3 Turn on your computer while pressing the

4 Using the arrow keys, select the

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 information, see “Backing up your work” on page 73.

❖ If your recovery files are on DVDs, insert the first

recovery DVD into your optical disc drive.

❖ If your recovery files are on a USB flash drive,

connect the USB flash drive to your computer.

your keyboard. The Boot menu displays.

Flash option, depending on which type of media you are

using, and then press the ENTER key.

or another backup program. For more

F12 key on

DVD option or the USB

Getting Started

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

5 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 continue.

6 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.

7 Click or touch

Finish to restart the computer.

Refresh your PC (with user’s data)

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 73.

Yes to

NOTE

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.

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

Settings ( ) charm.

charms appear click or touch the

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Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

3 Click or touch Change PC Settings.

The PC settings window appears.

(Sample Image) PC settings screen

4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch 6 Under

Refresh your PC without affecting your files,

click or touch The “Refresh your PC” screen appears.

Recovery.

Get Started.

(Sample Image) Refresh your PC screen

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 73).

Getting Started

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

7 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 system.

8 Click or touch the 9 Your system will restart.

The “Refreshing your PC” window appears. When the

process is complete your system will reboot your

Windows

operating system.

Refresh button.

Reset your PC

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 73).

NOTE

1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to

2 When the Windows

During the recovery process your computer be must connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor.

the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the

right edge.

Settings ( ) charm.

charms appear click or touch the

Getting Started

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

3 Click or touch Change PC Settings.

The PC settings window appears.

(Sample Image) PC settings screen

4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch 6 Under

Remove everything and reinstall Windows,

click or touch The “Reset your PC” screen appears.

Recovery.

Get Started.

(Sample Image) Reset your PC screen

Getting Started

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

7 Click or touch the Next button.

The “Do you want to fully clean your drive?” screen

appears.

(Sample Image) Do you want to fully clean your drive screen

8 Select one of the following options:

Just remove my files

❖

❖ Fully clean the drive

The “Ready to reset your PC” screen appears.

(Sample Image) Ready to reset your PC screen

9 Click or touch the Reset button.

The “Resetting your PC” window appears. When the

process is complete your system will reboot your

Windows

operating system.

Search field

Getting Started

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

Application Installer and click or touch your selection.

If you are in the Desktop, press the to display the Start screen. Click or touch the ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen and, in the Search field, type In the list that appears, click or touch your selection.

TOSHIBA Application Installer.

TOSHIBA

Windows

( ) key

(Sample Image) Installing drivers and applications

2 Click or touch Next. 3 Click or touch the item you want to install. 4 Click or touch 5 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the

installation process, see “TOSHIBA Application Installer”

on page 122.

Install.

Using the touch pad

Touch pad

Secondary control buttonPrimary control button

Getting Started

Using the touch pad

NOTE

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 or 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

Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications, and only on certain models.

(Sample Illustration) The touch pad and associated control buttons

Refer to the table below for specific instructions on performing each operation.

NOTE

The

pointer

is 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.

Getting Started

Using the touch pad

To: Do the following: Example:

Move the onscreen pointer

Slide your finger across the touch pad in the direction you want to move the pointer.

To move the pointer a longer distance, slide your finger several times across the touch pad in the preferred direction.

Select an item 1 Move the pointer to the item

you want to select.

2 Do one of the following:

❖ Tap the touch pad once

❖ Press and release the

primary (left-hand) control button

Open or activate an item

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

❖ Press and release the

primary control button twice in rapid succession

(Sample Illustration) Pointer moves to the right

(Sample Illustration) Tap once to select

(Sample Illustration) Tap twice to open

Right-click an item

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.

Scroll vertically Slide your finger along the right

edge of the touch pad in the direction you want to scroll. Repeat to scroll a longer distance.

(Sample Illustration) Click the secondary (right-hand) control button

(Sample Illustration) Vertical scrolling active area

Getting Started

Using the touch pad

To: Do the following: Example:

Scroll horizontally

Zoom in/out To zoom in:

Slide your finger along the bottom edge of the touch pad in the direction you want to scroll. Repeat to scroll a longer distance.

❖ Place two fingers close

together on the touch pad and then slide them apart.

To zoom out:

❖ Place two fingers slightly

apart on the touch pad and then slide them together.

(Sample Illustration) Horizontal scrolling active area

(Sample Illustration) Zooming in

(Sample Illustration) Zooming out

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 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.

Getting Started

Using the touch pad

❖ 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 60.

❖ 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

enabling the touch pad” on page 154.

F5. For more information, see “Disabling or

Connecting an external device

NOTE

You can easily attach an external device your computer. To d o t h is :

1 Read the directions that came with the device to see if

2 Connect the device’s video or USB cable to the port on

3 Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical

4 Turn on the external device (if applicable).

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 port (if available).

you first need to install new software.

the computer and to the device.

outlet (if applicable).

Your computer may automatically detect the external device.

Getting Started

*Available on certain models

HDMI™ Out port*

Using external display devices

Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port*.

NOTE

To locate your HDMI™ Out port, please refer to your Quick Start document.

(Sample Illustration) Video port on right 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 included 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 manual that came with the television or display device for more information.

Your computer should automatically detect the external display device.

Getting Started

Using external display devices

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

The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the

Press the setting you want takes effect. Briefly pause each time you press the display to change.

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

Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on.

Windows® () + P keys:

Windows® () + P keys repeatedly until the

Windows® () + P keys to allow time for the

(Sample Image) Display options window

Getting Started

Customizing your computer’s settings

NOTE

The Windows® () + P keys to navigate through the options without activating a selection. Press activate a selection.

You may also use the F4 key, and then press ENTER to activate a selection.

ENTER to

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.

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

Settings ( ) charm, and then click or touch Change PC Settings. 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 87. There are additional custom settings you can choose. See

“Utilities” on page 107.

charms appear, click or touch the

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 92.

NOTE

Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface.

Getting Started

Caring for your computer

Cleaning the computer

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.

Moving the computer

Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all drive activity has ended (the internal storage drive and optical disc drive indicator lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected.

Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. Doing so could damage the system.

Using a computer lock

You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com.

(Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable

To secure the computer:

1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy

object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the

cable off the object.

2 Pass the locking end through the loop.

Getting Started

Caring for your computer

3 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot

on your computer, then engage the locking device. The computer is now securely locked.

(Sample Illustration) Attaching security lock cable

Chapter 2

Learning the Basics

This chapter gives some 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 72 for further information.

HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your file to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details.

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Using the keyboard

❖ 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 143.

❖ 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.

❖ Take frequent 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 system shut down normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.

Using the keyboard

NOTE

Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows

Your computer may be equipped with a 10-key keyboard, depending on your model.

keys.

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Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

(Sample Illustration) Keyboard

(Sample Illustration) 10-key keyboard (Available on certain models)

NOTE

To capture a print screen of the entire screen, press the a 10-key keypad.)

To capture only the active window displayed, press

FN + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key.

(Sample Illustration) PRTSC 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.

(Sample Illustration) Function keys

FN + PRTSC key. (This only applies to models with

F1 through F12 are called function keys because they

Application key

Windows

key

execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, information, see “TOSHIBA Function Keys” on page 151.

F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more

FN key, function keys marked with

Special Windows® keys

Learning the Basics

Backlit keyboard

(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 Start screen and

the last app opened, or between the Desktop and Start screens if no apps are open. For more information refer to Help & Support, or see “Exploring the Start screen” on

page 96

❖

Application key—Has a similar function as the

secondary mouse button

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

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.

The screen is made of glass so avoid contact with sharp, 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 keyboard.

Touch & 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

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.

Zoom out—Place and pinch two fingers together to zoom

out. (Applicable to apps that support this function.)

charms.

Zoom in—Place and spread two fingers apart to zoom in.

(Applicable to apps that support this function.)

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).

Swipe from right edge—Swipe in from the right edge to

display the charms.

Swipe from left edge—Swipe in from the left edge to

display an open app. Snaps open apps (swipe in from the left edge and slide the

divider to adjust the app size). Displays recently opened apps (swipe in from left edge,

holding your finger down, and then push the app back toward the left edge).

Swipe from top or bottom edge—Swipe in from the top

or bottom edge to display commands. You can also close an app by dragging it to the bottom of the

screen.

Mouse properties

Mouse properties allow you to change your pointing device or mouse settings.

To access Mouse properties:

1 If you are in the Desktop, press the

to display the Start screen. Click or touch the ( ) icon at the upper-right corner of the screen and, in the Search field, type click or touch your selection.

The Mouse screen appears.

2 Adjust the settings as desired, and then click or touch

OK.

Learning the Basics

Mouse properties

Windows

Mouse. In the list that appears,

( ) key

Starting an app

To Start an app on the Start screen, move your pointer over the appropriate app 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 click or touch the Start ( ) charm, and then click or touch the appropriate app tile to open.

charms slide out from the right,

Learning the Basics

Saving your work

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. Swipe your finger to the left or right to reveal more available tiles.

To search for an app using the Apps page, click or touch the

Down arrow ( ) icon in the lower-left corner of the Start

screen. The Apps screen appears with the available system apps to choose from, or you can enter your search in the search field.

(Sample Image) Searching for apps

NOTE

To return the Start screen, click or touch the Up arrow ( ) icon in the lower-left corner of the screen.

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.

Learning the Basics

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 USB Flash, CDs, DVDs, external storage media, or to a network, if available.

To back up several files at one time, use the Microsoft Windows computer’s internal storage drive. Also see “Backing up your

data or your entire computer with the Windows system” on page 145.

file recovery program preinstalled on the

HINT: Backing up all the files on your internal storage drive may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a highcapacity file recovery system, such as an external hard drive.

Using the optical disc drive

(Available on certain models.)

Optical storage is a popular medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that were not available on previous video platforms. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus.

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NOTE

TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical disc drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. A DVD disc of a region other than the above mentioned cannot be played unless you manually change it in the Properties setting of the optical disc drive. The drive will allow you to change regions four times. On the fourth change, the region will be “locked in.” That is, the drive will only play DVDs from that last region. Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes.

For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power.

Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole

Learning the Basics

Using the optical disc drive

NOTE

When viewing DVD movies use the DVD Player software that came with your computer.

Optical disc drive components

The optical disc drive is located on the side of the computer. Your optical disc drive may look like this:

(Sample Illustration) Optical disc drive

Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the drive is in

use.

Eject button—Press to release the disc tray.

Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.

When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.

Manual eject hole—Use if you need to release the disc

tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole.

Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.

Media control buttons

Mute button

Previous track

Next track

Play/pause button

button

Volume decrease button

Volume increase

button

The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is on.

(Sample Illustration) Media control buttons

The Previous track button allows you to restart playing the current track or go to the previous track.

The

Play/pause button allows you to start playing or pause

the media currently playing The

Next track button allows you to go to the next track.

The

Volume decrease button allows you to decrease the

volume. The

Volume increase button allows you to increase the

volume. The

Mute button allows you to enable/disable volume mute.

Learning the Basics

Using the optical disc drive

Inserting an optical disc

To insert an optical disc into the drive:

1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Make sure the drive’s in-use indicator light is off. 3 Press the drive’s eject button. 4 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of

dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it.

5 Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up,

and gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it clicks into place.

Learning the Basics

Using the optical disc drive

Handle DVDs and CDs carefully, making contact only with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface of the disc. Do not stack discs. If you incorrectly handle the discs, you could lose data.

6 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of

the tray until it clicks into place.

If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance.

Playing optical media

If you insert an optical disc into the optical disc drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the optical disc manually. To do this, follow these steps:

1 Press the 2 Double-click or touch the optical disc drive icon.

The drive will run the optical disc.

If your disc does not run using this method, try using an application that is associated with the media on the disc. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows Media and use it to select and then play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated software to open the files on the disc.

Windows® () + E keys.

Player

Recording optical media

Depending on the configuration, your computer may come with an optical disc drive that allows you to:

❖ Play pre-recorded and recorded optical media. ❖ Read/write data and multi-media files to recordable

optical media.

For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to your computer’s detailed specifications at support.toshiba.com.

Learning the Basics

Using the optical disc drive

NOTE

For details on how to use the software, please refer to the respective Online Help menus.

Due to manufacturing and quality variations in third party optical media (e.g., CD or DVD) or optical media players/recorders, in certain cases, your Toshiba optical disc drive may not record on certain optical media that bear the applicable logo, or play back optical media recorded by other computers or optical media recorders. Additionally, certain optical media recorded on your optical disc drive may not play back or operate properly on other computers or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical disc drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities.

Copy protection technology may also prevent or limit recording or viewing of certain optical media.

Removing a disc with the computer on

To remove an optical disc with the computer turned on:

1 Press the eject button on the drive.

Do not press the eject button while the drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.

Also, if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for it to stop spinning before you remove it.

2 Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and

place it in its protective cover.

3 Gently press the tray in to close it.

Removing a disc with the computer off

To remove a disc with the computer turned off:

1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper

clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive.

Learning the Basics

Toshiba’s online resources

Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.

2 Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and

place it in its protective cover.

3 Gently press the tray in to close it.

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, see

“Contacting Toshiba” on page 149.

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-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times.

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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 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-Ion 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 93 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

The computer may also have an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery.

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 87.

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.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Depending on your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the computer is turned on.

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.

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.

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Charging batteries

The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer.

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

To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. The battery charges whether the computer is on or off.

Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.

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Charging batteries

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.

HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that you periodically operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges completely.

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 73

Charging the RTC battery

Your computer may have 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 settings. 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.

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Monitoring battery power

NOTE

To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours.

NOTE

The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored.

Depending on your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the computer is turned on.

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.

Monitoring battery power

NOTE

To locate your system indicator lights, please refer to your Quick Start document.

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

❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and

Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used.

it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor

AC power light/Battery light

System indicator lights

Wireless indicator light

Front edge of system

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Monitoring battery power

NOTE

If 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.

HINT: Be careful not to confuse the AC power light/ Battery light ( ) and the power button ( ) light.

When the AC power light/Battery light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows command).

operating system Sleep

(Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations

Determining remaining battery power

NOTE

Move the pointer over the power icon in the notification area, see “Finding your way around the desktop” on page 98 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.

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.

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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

❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace

the battery, if applicable, with a charged spare (not included with your computer)

❖ 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 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

icon in the notification area.

2 Click or touch

The Power Options window appears.

3 Click or touch

plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears.

More power options.

Change plan settings under the power

Battery ()

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4 Click or touch Change advanced power settings.

The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears.

5 Double-click or touch

options.

Battery to display the battery

(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 use the internal storage drive, optical

disc 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

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 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

icon in the notification area.

2 Click or touch

The Windows

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Monitoring battery power

has combined these options into preset Power

Battery ()

More power options.

Power Options window appears.

(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

set up a new plan.

Create a power plan in the left pane to

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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 is 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 87.

The eco Utility eco power plan by tracking real-time power consumption and accumulated savings over time. To learn how to access the utility, see “eco Utility

For more information on the eco power plan, see the Help file in the eco Utility

monitors your power savings from using the

” on page 108.

window.

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Changing the main battery

When your main battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the AC adaptor or install a charged battery.

If you find that a new battery is needed, contact the location where you purchased the computer 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.

If the computer is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it.

When your main battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the AC adaptor or install a charged battery.

Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another conductive object. This could cause serious injury or fire, and could also damage the battery pack and computer.

Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could fail, causing it to overheat or ignite, resulting in caustic liquid leakage, or explosion or fire, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.

TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any data, save your files and then either completely shut down your computer or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the battery.

Battery screws

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Changing the main battery

Removing the battery from the computer

To remove the battery:

1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer, see “To Shut down your

computer” on page 44.

3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the

computer, including the AC adaptor.

4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside

down.

NOTE

5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position, or

Depending on your model, the battery will either have latches or screws, allowing for the removal of the battery.

using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw(s) that secure the battery.

(Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery

6 Slide and hold the battery release latch to release the

battery, if applicable.

7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer.

(Sample Illustration) Removing the battery

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Changing the main battery

If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. Failure to do so could possibly result in serious injury.

Inserting a charged battery

To insert a battery:

1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean

cloth to ensure a good connection.

2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch

clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot

install it with reverse polarity.

If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position.

(Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery

3 Slide the battery release lock to the locked position (if

applicable), or replace the battery and secure it using the screw(s).

Battery screws

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(Sample Illustration) Locking the battery

4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of

“Removing the battery from the computer” on page 90.

6 Restart the computer.

Taking care of your battery

The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life.

Safety precautions

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:

❖ 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.

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Disposing of used batteries

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.

❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use (for

models with an accessible battery only).

❖ If you will not be using the system for an extended

period, more than one month, remove the battery pack (for models with an accessible battery only).

❖ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of

direct sunlight (for models with an accessible battery only).

Disposing of used batteries

The life of a battery pack depends on usage. When the battery pack needs replacing, the battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery.

You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged.

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 serious injury.

Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. Failure to do so could possibly result in serious injury.

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Traveling tips

Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of non-conforming battery packs could generate smoke or cause fire or rupture, possibly resulting in serious injury.

After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulations, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash.

Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly.

In addition, Toshiba’s recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events and consumer promotions. For details, please visit toshiba.com/recycle.

Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by sponsoring Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation. For more information and for free drop-off locations, visit

http://www.call2recycle.org/locator/ or call 1-800-822-8837.

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/

Call2Recycle™, a program of the

Traveling tips

The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to

work” on page 31, 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.

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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 antenna is OFF (Airplane mode is ON) if your computer has wireless LAN capability.

To enable or disable wireless communication, use the

F12 key. For more information see “TOSHIBA Function

Keys” on page 151.

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

The Start screen is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows 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 perform various commands, including basic 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 97. You can also use

the Windows screen to go to the Start screen or to toggle back to the Desktop screen. For detailed information, please refer to the Windows

By clicking on or touching the screen, you will find the Windows are most familiar with.

Help and Support.

operating system, providing new and

charms

( ) key on your keyboard or on the LCD

Desktop tile from the Start

settings and features you

Exploring Your Computer’s Features

App tiles

Power icon

Search icon

Apps page icon

Exploring the Start screen

For detailed information on the new functionality, refer to the Windows

(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 of your screen, you will find a list of charms: and

You may also access the upper-right corner of the Start screen.

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.

Help and Support.

Settings.

Search, Share, Start, Devices

Power and Search icons in the

Ta sk b ar

Icons

Notification area

Notifications

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 displayed 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.

(Sample Image) Windows® Desktop screen

Exploring Your Computer’s Features

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 in a 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 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 deleted files cannot be recovered

from the Recycle Bin.

For more information on the Recycle Bin, see Windows online Help.

will prompt you to either permanently

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.

Taskba r

Each time you open a program, an icon associated with that program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, an icon appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open. You can use these icons to quickly switch between the programs or windows.

To make a program or window the currently active one, click or touch the associated taskbar icon.

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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 notifications 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.

While in the Desktop screen, locate the ( ) icon in the taskbar.

Windows® Store

Toshiba L55T-C5290, S55T-C5222 User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other icons used

Documentation

Your computer’s features and specifications

Service options

Selecting a place to work

Setting up a work environment

Keeping yourself comfortable

Computer user comfort recommendations

Good Working Posture

Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor

Typing s tyle

Taking breaks and varying tasks

Mobile computing tips

Transporting the notebook

Seeking additional help

Check list

Precautions

Setting up your computer

Important information on your computer’s cooling fan

Connecting to a power source

Charging the main battery

Using the computer for the first time

Initial setup

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Setting up your software

To Shut down your computer

To Restart your computer

To place your computer in Sleep mode

Adding optional external devices

Adding memory

Recovering the Internal Storage Drive

Creating recovery media

Restoring from recovery media

Refresh your PC (with user’s data)

Reset your PC

Installing drivers and applications

Using the touch pad

Adjusting touch pad settings

Disabling or enabling the touch pad

Connecting an external device

Using external display devices

Selecting video cables

Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Customizing your computer’s settings

Adjusting the quality of the external display

Caring for your computer

Cleaning the computer

Moving the computer

Using a computer lock

Computing tips

Using the keyboard

Function keys

Special Windows® keys

Backlit keyboard

Touch screen

Touch screen navigation

Mouse properties

Starting an app

Saving your work

Starting an app from the Start screen

Backing up your work

Using the optical disc drive

Optical disc drive components

Media control buttons

Inserting an optical disc

Playing optical media

Recording optical media

Removing a disc with the computer on

Removing a disc with the computer off

Toshiba’s online resources

Toshiba’s energy-saver design