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78 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Memory card reader To use a micro or mini SD™ Card, an SD™ adapter is required. The Memory card reader may also support other types of media. NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media. To copy data from one media to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of the Windows® operating system. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data. 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 the Show hidden icons button ( ), if necessary, in the Notification area and then selecting the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon.

Section	Page
LX800 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	12
Introduction	17
This guide	19
Safety icons	20
Other icons used	20
Your computer’s features and specifications	21
Other documentation	21
Service options	21
Chapter 1: Getting Started	22
Setting up a work environment	22
Precautions	23
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	24
Setting up your computer	24
Connecting to a power source	25
Using the computer for the first time	27
Setting up your keyboard and mouse	27
Turning on the power	28
Initial setup	29
Setting up your software	29
Registering your computer with Toshiba	29
To Shut down your computer	30
To Restart your computer	30
To place your computer in Sleep mode	31
Adding optional external devices	32
Adding memory (optional)	32
Installing a memory module	32
Removing a memory module	37
Checking total memory	39
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	40
Creating recovery media	41
Restoring from recovery media	43
Refresh your PC (with user’s data)	44
Reset your PC	46
Installing drivers and applications	49
Connecting an external device	50
Using external display devices	50
Using the HDMI™ In port	50
Customizing your computer’s settings	51
Caring for your computer	51
Cleaning the computer	51
Moving the computer	51
Using a computer lock	52
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	53
Computing tips	53
Using the wireless mouse	54
Replacing the batteries	55
Using the wireless keyboard	56
Replacing the batteries	56
Keyboard functions	57
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	57
Function keys	57
Special Windows® keys	58
Touch screen	58
Starting an app	58
Starting an app from the Start screen	58
Saving your work	59
Backing up your work	60
Using the optical disc drive	60
Viewing Blu-ray Disc™ movies	61
Optical disc drive components	61
Inserting an optical disc	62
Playing optical media	63
Recording optical media	64
Removing a disc with the computer on	65
Removing a disc with the computer off	65
Toshiba’s online resources	65
Chapter 3: Computing	66
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	66
Power management	66
Charging the RTC battery	67
Power Plans	68
Using the eco power plan	69
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	70
Exploring the Start screen	70
Charms	71
Tiles	72
Exploring the desktop	72
Finding your way around the desktop	72
Windows® Store	74
Setting up for communications	74
Connecting your computer to a network	75
Exploring audio features	75
Recording sounds	76
Using external speakers or headphones	76
Using the Web Camera	77
Using the Memory card reader	77
Inserting memory media	78
Removing memory media	78
Toshiba remote control	79
Chapter 5: Utilities	80
Desktop Assist	81
Media & Entertainment	82
Tools & Utilities	83
Support & Recovery	84
eco Utility®	85
Setting passwords	86
Using a supervisor password	86
Using a user password	88
Deleting a user password	89
System Settings	90
Sleep and Charge	91
USB Sleep and Charge	91
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge	92
Power supply mode settings	93
TOSHIBA function key	94
PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	95
PC Health Monitor	96
Recovery Media Creator	97
Service Station	97
TOSHIBA Application Installer	98
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	99
Problems that are easy to fix	99
Problems when you turn on the computer	100
The Windows® operating system is not working	101
Using Startup options to fix problems	101
Internet problems	103
The Windows® operating system can help you	104
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	104
Checking device properties	104
Memory problems	105
Power and the battery	106
Keyboard problems	106
Display problems	107
Disk or storage drive problems	108
Error-checking	108
Optical disc drive problems	110
Sound system problems	112
Printer problems	113
Wireless networking problems	114
DVD and Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems	115
Develop good computing habits	116
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	117
If you need further assistance	122
Contacting Toshiba	122
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	122
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	123
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys	124
Functions	124
Help file	125
Display brightness	125
Internet and Media Control buttons	125
Volume Mute	126
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	126
Keyboard Function keys	126
Zoom (Display resolution)	126
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	127
Glossary	128