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TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 137 Disabling or enabling the touch pad This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the touch pad. To enable/disable the touch pad press F5. For more information on using the touch pad, see "Using the touch pad" on page 56. Media buttons This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to restart playing the current track or go to the previous track. This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to start playing or pause the media currently playing. This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to go to the next track. This TOSHIBA Function key decreases the volume. This TOSHIBA Function key increases the volume.

Section	Page
KIRAbook™ User’s Guide	1
Contents	18
Introduction	24
This guide	26
Safety icons	27
Other icons used	27
Your computer’s features and specifications	28
Documentation	28
Platinum Service & Support options	28
Chapter 1: Getting Started	30
Selecting a place to work	30
Setting up a work environment	30
Keeping yourself comfortable	31
Computer user comfort recommendations	31
Good Working Posture	31
Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor	32
Typing style	33
Taking breaks and varying tasks	33
Mobile computing tips	34
Transporting the notebook	34
Seeking additional help	34
Check list	35
Precautions	35
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	37
Setting up your computer	38
Connecting to a power source	38
Charging the main battery	41
Using the computer for the first time	41
Initial setup	42
Setting up your software	42
Registering your computer with Toshiba	42
To Shut down your computer	43
To Restart your computer	43
To place your computer in Sleep mode	44
Adding optional external devices	45
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	45
Creating recovery media	46
Restoring from recovery media	49
Refresh your PC (with user’s data)	50
Reset your PC	52
Installing drivers and applications	55
Using the touch pad	56
Adjusting touch pad settings	58
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	59
Connecting an external device	59
Using external display devices	59
Selecting video cables	60
Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device	60
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	60
Adjusting the quality of the external display	61
Customizing your computer’s settings	61
Caring for your computer	62
Cleaning the computer	62
Moving the computer	62
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	63
Computing tips	63
Using the keyboard	64
Function keys	65
Special Windows® keys	65
Backlit keyboard	65
Touch screen	66
Touch screen navigation	66
Mouse properties	67
Starting an app	67
Starting an app from the Start screen	68
Saving your work	68
Backing up your work	69
Toshiba’s online resources	69
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	70
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	70
Running the computer on battery power	70
Battery Notice	71
Power management	72
Charging batteries	72
Charging the main battery	72
Charging the RTC battery	73
Monitoring battery power	74
Determining remaining battery power	75
What to do when the main battery runs low	76
Setting battery notifications	76
Conserving battery power	77
Power Plans	78
Using the eco power plan	79
Changing the main battery	79
Taking care of your battery	80
Safety precautions	80
Maintaining your battery	80
Disposing of your computer	80
Traveling tips	81
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	82
Exploring the Start screen	82
Charms	83
Tiles	84
Exploring the desktop	84
Finding your way around the desktop	84
Windows® Store	86
Setting up for communications	86
Connecting your computer to a network	87
Exploring audio features	88
Recording sounds	88
Using external speakers or headphones	88
Using the Web Camera	89
Using the Memory card reader	90
Inserting memory media	90
Removing memory media	91
Chapter 5: Utilities	92
Desktop Assist	93
Media & Entertainment	94
Tools & Utilities	95
Support & Recovery	96
eco Utility®	97
Password Utility	98
Using a supervisor password	98
Using a user password	100
Deleting a user password	101
System Settings	102
Sleep Utilities	103
USB Sleep and Charge	103
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge	105
Power supply mode settings	105
Sleep and Music	106
Function Key	107
PC Health Monitor	108
Recovery Media Creator	109
Service Station	109
TOSHIBA Application Installer	110
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	111
Problems that are easy to fix	111
Problems when you turn on the computer	112
The Windows® operating system is not working	114
Using Startup options to fix problems	114
Internet problems	116
The Windows® operating system can help you	117
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	117
Checking device properties	117
Power and the batteries	118
Keyboard problems	119
Display problems	119
Disk or storage drive problems	121
Error-checking	121
Sound system problems	123
Printer problems	124
Wireless networking problems	125
Develop good computing habits	126
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	127
If you need further assistance	132
Contacting Toshiba	132
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	132
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	133
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys	134
Functions	134
Help file	135
Display brightness	135
Output (Display switch)	136
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	137
Media buttons	137
Volume Mute	138
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	138
Keyboard Function keys	138
Zoom (Display resolution)	138
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	139
Glossary	140