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38 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovery option Description Refresh your PC (with user's data) This option allows you to refresh your system without losing your data. See "Refresh your PC (with user's data)" on page 42. Reset your PC This option allows you to remove all data from your system and reinstall Windows®. See "Reset your PC" on page 45. A recovery image of your device 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 39 and "Restoring from recovery media" on page 41. NOTE ❖ During the recovery process your device 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 device are restored. Any files that you created are not restored during this process. Be sure to separately save the files you have created to external media using Windows® or another backup program. For more information, see "Backing up your work" on page 66.

Section	Page
Portégé® Z10 - A Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	19
Introduction	24
This guide	26
Safety icons	27
Other icons used	27
Your device’s features and specifications	28
Documentation	28
Service options	28
Chapter 1: Getting Started	29
Selecting a place to work	29
Setting up your device	29
Connecting to a power source	30
Charging the main battery	32
Using the device for the first time	33
Initial setup	33
Setting up your software	33
Registering your device with Toshiba	34
To Shut down your device	34
To Restart your device	35
To place your device in Sleep mode	36
Adding optional external devices	37
Adding memory	37
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	37
Creating recovery media	39
Restoring from recovery media	41
Refresh your PC (with user’s data)	42
Reset your PC	45
Installing drivers and applications	47
Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device	48
Using the touch pad	49
Adjusting touch pad settings	53
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	53
Connecting an external device	53
Using external display devices	54
Selecting video cables	54
Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device	54
Connecting an external monitor or projector	55
Directing the display output when your device is attached to the keyboard dock	55
Directing the display output when your device is in tablet mode	56
Adjusting the quality of the external display	57
Customizing your device’s settings	57
Caring for your device	58
Cleaning the device	58
Moving the device	58
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	59
Computing tips	59
Attaching and detaching the keyboard	61
Using the keyboard	62
Function keys	62
Special Windows® keys	62
Backlit keyboard dock	63
Touch screen	63
Touch screen navigation	63
Mouse properties	64
Starting an app	64
Starting an app from the Start screen	65
Saving your work	65
Backing up your work	66
Toshiba’s online resources	66
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	67
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	67
Running the device on battery power	67
Battery Notice	68
Power management	69
Charging batteries	69
Charging the main battery	69
Charging the RTC battery	70
Monitoring battery power	71
Determining remaining battery power	72
What to do when the main battery runs low	73
Setting battery notifications	73
Conserving battery power	74
Power Plans	75
Using the eco power plan	76
Changing the main battery	77
Taking care of your battery	77
Safety precautions	77
Maintaining your battery	78
Disposing of your device	78
Traveling tips	78
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Device’s Features	80
Exploring the Start screen	80
Charms	81
Tiles	82
Exploring the desktop	82
Finding your way around the desktop	82
Windows® Store	84
Setting up for communications	85
Connecting your device to a network	86
Exploring audio features	86
Recording sounds	86
Using external speakers or headphones	87
Using the Web Camera	88
Using the Memory card reader	88
Inserting memory media	89
Removing memory media	89
Chapter 5: Utilities	91
eco Utility®	92
Password Utility	93
Using a supervisor password	93
Using a user password	95
Deleting a user password	97
System Settings	98
Function Key	100
Recovery Media Creator	102
Service Station	102
TOSHIBA Application Installer	103
PC Health Monitor	104
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	105
Problems that are easy to fix	105
Problems when you turn on the device	106
The Windows® operating system is not working	108
Using Startup options to fix problems	109
Internet problems	111
The Windows® operating system can help you	112
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	112
Checking device properties	112
Power and the batteries	113
Keyboard problems	115
Touch pad problems	115
Display problems	115
Disk or storage drive problems	117
Error-checking	117
Sound system problems	119
Printer problems	119
Wireless networking problems	120
Develop good computing habits	122
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	123
If you need further assistance	127
Contacting Toshiba	127
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	127
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	128
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys	129
Functions	129
Lock (Instant security)	130
Power plan	130
Sleep mode	130
Hibernation mode	130
Output (Display switch)	131
Display brightness	132
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	132
Disabling or enabling the Dual Point	132
Disabling or enabling the cursor control overlay	132
Disabling or enabling the numeric overlay	133
Disabling or enabling the scroll lock	133
Volume Mute	133
Keyboard Function keys	134
Zoom (Display resolution)	134
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	135
Glossary	136
A	138
B	139
C	140
D	141
E	142
F	143
G	144
H	144
I	145
K	145
L	145
M	146
N	146
O	147
P	147
R	148
S	149
T	150
U	150
W	150