Toshiba A8-S8415 User Manual - Page 92
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection, TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties
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Operating Basics Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection This computer has a function for reducing the risk of damage on hard disk drive. Using the acceleration sensor built in the computer, HDD Protection detects vibration, shocks, and those signs in the computer, and automatically moves the HDD (Hard Disk Drive) head to the safe position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused to the disk by head-to-disk contact. ■ This function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged. ■ A secondary hard disk drive fitted to the computer is not supported by the HDD protection function. When vibration is detected, the following message is displayed, and the icon in the notification area of the taskbar is changed to the protection state. This message is displayed until the OK button is pressed or 30 seconds pass. When vibration subsides, the icon returns to the normal state. Taskbar Icon State Normal Icon Description HDD Protection is enabled. Protection OFF HDD Protection is active. The hard disk drive head is in a safe position. HDD Protection is disabled. TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties You can make the HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window. To open the window, click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click HDD Protection setting. The window can also be started from the icon on the Taskbar, or from the Control Panel. HDD Protection You can choose whether to enable or disable HDD Protection. User's Manual 4-29