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104 Utilities System Settings ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If data does not appear on the display you are using after starting in Sleep mode, press the Windows® ( ) + P keys to toggle the display. For more information, see "Directing the display output when you turn on the computer" on page 62. ❖ Boot Options-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to configure boot priority settings ❖ Panel open/Power on-Allows you to turn on the computer when opening the display panel while the computer is turned off ❖ Power On By AC-Allows you to turn on the computer by plugging in the AC adaptor ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys or set the brightness level of the keyboard backlight ❖ USB-Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation and internal USB 3.0 controller, or Charging Downstream Port (CDP) charge mode ❖ SATA-Allows you to set conditions for SATA ❖ Advanced-Allows you to set conditions for various functions

Section	Page
KIRAbook™ User’s Guide	1
Contents	19
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	34
Mobile computing tips	34
Transporting the notebook	34
Seeking additional help	35
Check list	35
Precautions	36
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	38
Setting up your computer	38
Connecting to a power source	39
Charging the main battery	41
Using the computer for the first time	41
Initial setup	41
Setting up your software	42
Registering your computer with Toshiba	42
To Shut down your computer	43
To Restart your computer	44
To place your computer in Sleep mode	44
Adding optional external devices	45
Adding memory	45
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	45
Creating recovery media	47
Restoring from recovery media	49
Refresh your PC (with user’s data)	51
Reset your PC	53
Installing drivers and applications	56
Using the touch pad	57
Adjusting touch pad settings	59
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	60
Connecting an external device	60
Using external display devices	61
Selecting video cables	61
Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device	61
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	62
Adjusting the quality of the external display	63
Customizing your computer’s settings	63
Caring for your computer	63
Cleaning the computer	64
Moving the computer	64
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	65
Computing tips	65
Using the keyboard	67
Function keys	67
Special Windows® keys	67
Backlit keyboard	68
Touch screen	68
Touch screen navigation	68
Mouse properties	69
Starting an app	70
Starting an app from the Start screen	70
Saving your work	71
Backing up your work	71
Toshiba’s online resources	71
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	72
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	72
Running the computer on battery power	72
Battery Notice	73
Power management	74
Charging batteries	74
Charging the RTC battery	75
Monitoring battery power	76
Determining remaining battery power	77
What to do when the main battery runs low	78
Setting battery notifications	78
Conserving battery power	79
Power Plans	80
Using the eco power plan	81
Changing the main battery	82
Taking care of your battery	82
Safety precautions	82
Maintaining your battery	83
Disposing of your computer	83
Traveling tips	83
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	85
Exploring the Start screen	85
Charms	86
Tiles	87
Exploring the desktop	87
Finding your way around the desktop	87
Windows® Store	89
Setting up for communications	90
Connecting your computer to a network	91
Exploring audio features	91
Recording sounds	91
Using external speakers or headphones	92
Using the Web Camera	92
Using the Memory card reader	93
Inserting memory media	93
Removing memory media	94
Chapter 5: Utilities	96
eco Utility®	97
Password Utility	98
Using a supervisor password	98
Using a user password	100
Deleting a user password	102
System Settings	103
Sleep Utilities	105
USB Sleep and Charge	105
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge	107
Power supply mode settings	107
Sleep and Music	108
Function Key	109
Recovery Media Creator	110
Service Station	110
TOSHIBA Application Installer	111
Display Utility	112
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	113
Problems that are easy to fix	113
Problems when you turn on the computer	114
The Windows® operating system is not working	116
Using Startup options to fix problems	117
Internet problems	119
The Windows® operating system can help you	120
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	120
Checking device properties	120
Power and the batteries	121
Keyboard problems	123
Display problems	123
Disk or storage drive problems	125
Error-checking	125
Sound system problems	126
Printer problems	127
Wireless networking problems	128
Develop good computing habits	129
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	130
If you need further assistance	135
Contacting Toshiba	135
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	136
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	136
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys	138
Functions	138
Help file	139
Display brightness	139
Output (Display switch)	140
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	141
Media buttons	141
Volume Mute	141
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	142
Zoom In/Out	142
Keyboard Backlight	142
Zoom (Display resolution)	142
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	143
Glossary	144
A	146
B	147
C	148
D	149
E	150
F	151
G	152
H	152
I	153
K	153
L	153
M	154
N	154
O	155
P	155
R	156
S	157
T	158
U	158
W	158