Toshiba PSCENU-01P010 - Manuals

6 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Bluetooth ® and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your netwo...

7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ 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 enco...

12 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 O: allowed x: forbidden ❖ 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 occ...

13 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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...

14 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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 In...

16 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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 th...

17 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Computer Recycling Information As part of a commitment to people and the future, Toshiba promotes the efficient use of resources by working to achieve our zero-waste-to-landfill goal at all our production sites. In addition to our existing waste reduction and recycling polic...

18 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Contents Introduction................................................................................ 24 This guide ...............................................................26Safety icons ............................................................27 Other icons used ....

20 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer ..................................68 Adjusting the quality of the external display ......69 Customizing your computer’s settings....................69Caring for your computer....................................

21 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Charging batteries ...................................................86 Charging the main battery .................................86Charging the RTC battery ..................................87 Monitoring battery power .......................................88 Det...

22 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 5: Utilities .................................................................... 110 Desktop Assist ......................................................111 Media & Entertainment ...................................112Tools & Utilities ................

23 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Wireless networking problems..............................142DVD operating problems.......................................143Develop good computing habits ...........................144 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows ® operating system ............

24 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 ® qualified. Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR ® Pro...

26 Introduction This guide 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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 specificatio...

27 Introduction Safety icons 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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 ser...

28 Introduction Documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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 th...

29 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...

30 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 conditio...

31 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ 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 t...

32 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ 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 s...

33 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ 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 compu...

34 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 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...

36 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ 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. ...

37 Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including “Setting up your software” on page 41 before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, ...

40 Getting Started Charging the main battery Charging the main battery The computer battery may not be accessible by the user. Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turn...

41 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Initial setup The Windows 8 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 you...

42 Getting Started To Shut down your computer To Shut down your computer 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows ® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm. Pressing the power button...

43 Getting Started To place your computer in Sleep mode 3 In the lower right of the screen click or touch the Power ( ) icon. (Sample Image) Restart 4 Highlight Restart , and then click or touch the Restart option. The computer closes all open applications, and restarts the operating system. To plac...

44 Getting Started Adding optional external devices 4 Highlight Sleep , and then click or touch the Sleep option. Sleep mode saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Adding optional external devices Be...

45 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on the underside of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be ho...

50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 18 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned...

52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 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...

53 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive From time to time, Windows ® will display a pop-up that says, “Do you want to allow the following program to make changes to this computer?” This is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without yo...

54 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive ❖ 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, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are r...

56 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 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. For information on using the Re...

59 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 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. 7 Click or touch the Refresh button. 8 Your system will resta...

62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 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. To...

63 Getting Started Using the touch pad Using the touch pad Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications, and only on certain models. You can use the touch pad (the small, touch-sensitive area in front of the keyboard) and the adjacent control ...

65 Getting Started Using the touch pad Adjusting touch pad settings While you are typing, the on-screen pointer may seem to move or jump around “by itself” to random locations on the screen. The on-screen pointer may also seem to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user inte...

66 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad, so that it is less responsive to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. Touch pad setting options vary by computer model. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option...

67 Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port* (Sample Illustration) Video ports on right side of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device ...

68 Getting Started Using external display devices You can change the display settings by pressing the ( ) + P keys, or by configuring the display properties settings. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can choose to use ...

69 Getting Started Customizing your computer’s settings The ( ) + P keys navigate through the options without activating a selection. Press ENTER to activate a selection. You may also use the F4 key, and then press ENTER to activate a selection. Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtai...

70 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...

72 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 usin...

73 Learning the Basics 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 d...

74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) 10-key keyboard(Available on certain models) To capture a print screen of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. (This only applies to models with a 10-key keypad.) To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while...

75 Learning the Basics Touch screen Special Windows ® keys (Sample Illustration) Special Windows ® keys Your computer’s keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in Windows ® : ❖ Windows ® key —Toggles between the Desktop screen and the last app opened on the Start screen. For ...

76 Learning the Basics Mouse properties Swipe or slide —To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen without pausing. For example, swipe your finger to the left from the right edge of the screen to display the Windows ® charms. Double-tap —Tap quickly twice to zoom in...

77 Learning the Basics Starting an app Starting an app To Start an app on the Start screen, move your pointer over the appropriate tile and click or touch to open. To Start an app from the Desktop, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. When the Wi...

78 Learning the Basics Saving your work 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 t...

79 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power. When viewing DVD movies use the DVD Player software that came with your computer. Optical disc drive components The optical disc drive is loca...

80 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons 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 restar...

81 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 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. Handle DVDs and CDs carefully, making contact only with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface of ...

82 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 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, ...

83 Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources 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 pro...

84 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...

85 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life rating is for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that will be obtained by any individual user. Actual battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model,...

86 Mobile Computing Charging batteries 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 a...

87 Mobile Computing 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 tha...

88 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours. 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-...

89 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the power light ( ), and the power button light. When the power light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows ® operating system Sleep command...

90 Mobile Computing 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 r...

91 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 4 Click or touch Change advanced power settings . The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. 5 Double-click or touch Battery to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 6 Configure the a...

92 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power These power-saving options control the way in which the computer is configured. By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Microsoft ® has combined these options into preset Power P...

93 Mobile Computing Using the eco power plan 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 ac...

94 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 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. Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals ...

95 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 6 Slide and hold the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and ...

97 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 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 usin...

98 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries 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 ...

99 Mobile Computing Traveling tips Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to work” on page 29 , 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 ...

100 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 ® operating system, providing new and easy ways to access everyt...

101 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the Start screen For detailed information on the new Windows 8 functionality, refer to the Windows ® Help and Support. (Sample Image) Windows ® Start screen Charms Use the Windows ® charms to start apps, find documents, set up system components, and p...

102 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 us...

105 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Connect to the Internet Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Follow the steps belo...

106 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using the computer’s internal microphones (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. You can listen to sound files or audio CDs using the built-i...

107 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Web Camera Before putting on headphones to listen, turn the volume down. Do not set the volume too high when using headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing. TECHNICAL NOTE: When using amplified speakers, use speakers that re...

108 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Memory card reader Using the Memory card reader The Memory card reader supports the use of Secure Digital™ (SD™), Mini SD™, Micro SD™, SDHC, SDXC, or MultiMediaCard ® (MMC ® ) media. These media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital ...

109 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Memory card reader Always remove memory media when not in use. Removing memory media 1 If you are not currently on the Desktop, choose the Desktop tile on the Start screen, otherwise skip to step 2 . 2 Prepare the card for removal by clicking on or to...

110 Chapter 5 Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this...

111 Utilities Desktop Assist Desktop Assist The Desktop Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access Desktop Assist from the Start screen begin typing Desktop Assist , or while in the Desktop screen double-click or touch the D...

112 Utilities Desktop Assist Media & Entertainment The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA Optical Disc Player ❖ Audio Enhancement (Sample Image) Desktop Assist window – Media & Entertainment tab

116 Utilities Password Utility Password Utility Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer while providing additional protection for your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. TOSHIBA supports different types of password...

117 Utilities Password Utility (Sample Image) Supervisor Password tab 4 Click or touch Supervisor Password . 5 Click or touch Set . 6 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 7 Click or touch Set . Under User Policy, this option may or may not ask for password verification. 8 Click or...

118 Utilities Password Utility 3 Click or touch Password Utility . A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 4 Enter your password, and then click or touch Verify . 5 Click or touch Supervisor Password. 6 Click or touch Delete . An authority verification pop-up screen appears. 7 Click or touch ...

119 Utilities Password Utility (Sample Image) User Password tab 5 Click or touch Set . 6 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 7 Click or touch Set . 8 Click or touch OK to save your password as a text file. 9 Click or touch Save . 10 Click or touch OK . Deleting a user password To...

120 Utilities System Settings System Settings System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows ® operating system. To access it: 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings , or while in the Desktop screen double-click or t...

122 Utilities Function Key Function Key Turns notifications for the touch pad status ON/OFF. (Sample Image) Function Key The Function option is disabled by default. NOTE

123 Utilities Recovery Media Creator Recovery Media Creator The Recovery Media Creator utility enables you to create recovery media that can be used to return your system to its out-of-box state, if necessary. For detailed information on using the utility to create recovery media, see “Creating reco...

124 Utilities TOSHIBA Application Installer TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 To access TOSHIBA Application Installer from the ...

125 Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of the software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself...

126 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer To close a program that has stopped responding: 1 Press Ctrl , Alt , and Del simultaneously (once), and then click or touch Task Manager . The Task Manager window appears. 2 Select the program or application you want to close, and th...

127 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer Always save your data even when you are using Sleep mode. If your battery fully discharges, information that has not been saved will be lost. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low see “What to do...

128 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows ® operating system is not working The battery light is blinking when the computer is on. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on, this indicates a power mismatch. Do the following: 1 Check the OUTPUT specifications on the AC adaptor (for examp...

129 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows ® operating system is not working 2 Press the Power button in the lower right corner of your screen. 3 Click or touch the Restart option from the menu. 4 Click or touch Troubleshoot from the menu. You now have several options: Refresh your computer ❖ Your file...

130 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows ® operating system is not working Command Prompt The command prompt is a very powerful tool for advanced users. Startup Settings In previous Operating Systems the majority of the options found on this menu were available by pressing the F8 key during the Windo...

131 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows ® operating system is not working Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet. They include: network speed, network conditions, time of day (when everyone else is surfing, you...

132 If Something Goes Wrong Fixing a problem with Device Manager Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable. ...

133 If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be hardware or even software related. It is worthwhile checking for these first: 1 From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of...

134 If Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor or powe...

135 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Check the power options via your Power Plans (see “Power Plans” on page 92 ). Have you added a device that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the internal storage drive more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was t...

136 If Something Goes Wrong Display problems HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you through the display options. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor’s power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖...

137 If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work ...

139 If Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for a long time, your files may have become fragmented. Run Disk Defragmenter. To do this: 1 Move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the rig...

140 If Something Goes Wrong Sound system problems You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on. The optical disc drive eject mechanism requires power to operate. Make sure a program is not accessing the dr...

141 If Something Goes Wrong Printer problems The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control. Print...

142 If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi ® ) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more adv...

143 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems ❖ Use IPCONFIG to verify that the computer has a useful IP address - one other than the private address of 169.254.xxx.xxx assigned by Windows ® . 1 From the Start screen, type Cmd . 2 Click Command Prompt . 3 Enter IPCONFIG/ALL , and then press ENT...

144 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical disc drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. Change the setting for when to turn off the display using the following steps: 1 Move...

145 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your internal storage drive. Use Windows ® to back up files, or the entire computer, to an optical disc, or external hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Use the Windows ® oper...

146 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Saving system configuration with restore points The System Restore feature of the Windows ® operating system quickly creates restore points - ‘snapshots’ of your Windows ® operating system configuration - and saves them for later recall. If y...

147 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 3 In the left pane, click or touch System Protection . The System Protection tab of the System Properties window appears. 4 Click or touch System Restore... 5 Click or touch Next . 6 Click or touch the Restore point you want to use then click...

148 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Follow these steps to back up your computer or files to optical discs, or a storage drive: You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control . Click...

149 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance ❖ Restart the Windows ® operating system. Always restart the Windows ® operating system after each installation, even if the installation utility does not prompt you to do so. This will ensure that the installation is completed, and will cle...

150 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Contacting Toshiba Toshiba’s Technical Support Web site For technical support, or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba...

151 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm . Italy Centro Direzionale ColleoniPalazzo PerseoVia Paracelso 1020041, Agrate BrianzaMilano, Italy Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO1-1, ...

152 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix A TOSHIBA Function Keys TOSHIBA Function keys provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. Functions TOSHIBA Function keys are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Help file ❖ Brightness control ❖ Output (Di...

156 TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Volume Mute Disabling or enabling wireless devices Keyboard Function keys Zoom (Display resolution) This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables volume mute. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. This ...

157 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA UL approved Canada CSA approved United King...

158 Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User’s Guide. AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory bps bits per second CD Compact Disc C...

160 Glossary RTC Real-Time Clock SD Secure Digital SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SSD Solid State Drive TFT Thin Film Transistor USB Universal Serial Bus URL Uniform Resource Locator WAN Wide Area Network www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this User’s Guide. A...

173 Index A AC adaptor 37 AC power 86 AC power light 37 accessing network 105 adding memory check total memory 52 memory (optional) 44 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 36 adjusting touch pad settings 65 app, starting 77 App, starting from Start screen 77 apps starting fr...