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88 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power ❖ EasyGuard Connect-to help users establish a reliable wired or wireless connection effortlessly and quickly. ❖ EasyGuard Optimize-to enable users to customize system settings to be more productive. *Toshiba EasyGuard™ technology comprises a number of features some of which may or may not be available on a particular Toshiba notebook depending on the model selected. See easyguard.toshiba.com for detailed information. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times. Battery Notice Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components. Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba notebook computer. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to let the battery fully discharge each time. However, for better accuracy of the battery meter, it is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. Please see "Maintaining your battery" on page 102 for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to your system), for an extended period (more than a month), the battery may fail to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the battery, and may cause the battery meter to be inaccurate.

Section	Page
Portégé® R400/R405 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	19
Introduction	26
This guide	27
Safety icons	28
Other icons used	28
Other documentation	29
Service options	29
Chapter 1: Getting Started	30
Selecting a place to work	30
Creating a computer-friendly environment	30
Keeping yourself comfortable	31
Precautions	31
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	32
Setting up your computer	33
Setting up your software	33
Registering your computer with Toshiba	34
Adding optional external devices	34
Connecting to a power source	35
Charging the main battery	37
Using the computer for the first time	38
Opening the display panel	38
Your computer’s features and specifications	39
Turning on the power	39
Adding memory (optional)	40
Installing a memory module	41
Removing a memory module	46
Checking total memory	47
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities	48
Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs	49
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options	50
Installing drivers and applications	56
Using the TouchPad™	56
Control buttons	57
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™	57
Using external display devices	57
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	58
Adjusting the quality of the external display	59
Using an external keyboard	59
Using a mouse	59
Connecting a printer	59
Setting up a printer	60
Connecting an optional external diskette drive	61
Turning off the computer	61
Options for turning off the computer	62
Using the Shut Down command	64
Using and configuring Hibernation mode	66
Using and configuring Sleep mode	68
Closing the display panel	71
Using your computer in tablet mode	71
Customizing your computer’s settings	72
Caring for your computer	73
Cleaning the computer	73
Moving the computer	73
Using a computer lock	73
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	75
Computing tips	75
Using the keyboard	76
Character keys	77
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard	77
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	78
Function keys	78
Special Windows® keys	78
Overlay keys	79
Using the overlay to type numeric data	79
Starting a program	80
Starting a program from the Start menu	80
Starting a program from Windows® Explorer	81
Starting a program using the Start Search field	82
Saving your work	82
Printing your work	84
Backing up your work	85
Restoring your work	86
Toshiba’s online resources	86
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	87
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	87
Running the computer on battery power	88
Battery Notice	88
Power management	89
Using additional batteries	89
Charging batteries	90
Charging the main battery	90
Charging the RTC battery	91
Monitoring main battery power	92
Determining remaining battery power	93
What to do when the main battery runs low	94
Setting battery notification	94
Conserving battery power	95
Power Plans	96
Using a hot key to set the Power Plan	97
Changing the main battery	98
Removing the battery from the computer	98
Inserting a charged battery	100
Taking care of your battery	101
Safety precautions	101
Maintaining your battery	102
Disposing of used batteries	103
Traveling tips	104
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	105
Exploring the desktop	105
Finding your way around the desktop	106
Setting up for communications	108
Connecting your computer to a network	108
An overview of using the Internet	109
The Internet	110
The World Wide Web	110
Internet Service Providers	110
Connecting to the Internet	110
Surfing the Internet	111
Internet features	111
Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet	112
Exploring audio features	112
Recording sounds	112
Using external speakers or headphones	113
Using tablet mode	113
Preparing to use the tablet	113
Using tablet mode	115
Using the Toshiba tablet pen	116
Returning the computer to its original configuration	116
Using PC Cards	117
Inserting a PC Card	117
Removing a PC Card	118
Setting up a PC Card for your computer	118
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities	119
TOSHIBA Assist	120
Connect	121
Secure	122
Protect & Fix	123
Optimize	124
Toshiba Application Installer	125
Setting passwords	126
Using an instant password	126
Using a supervisor password	127
Using a user password	128
Deleting a user password	129
TOSHIBA Security Assist	130
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	132
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility	133
Mouse Utility	134
Toshiba Hardware Setup	135
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility	137
TOSHIBA Button Support	138
TOSHIBA Rotation Utility	139
Tablet PC Settings	140
Windows® Mobility Center	142
Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility	143
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)	144
TOSHIBA Accessibility	145
Fingerprint Authentication Utility	146
Fingerprint utility limitations	146
Fingerprint Enrollment	146
Fingerprint Logon	148
Power-on Security	148
Control Center	149
Password Bank	151
Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader	154
Fingerprint reader limitations	156
ConfigFree™	156
Getting Started	157
ConfigFree Utilities	157
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	160
Problems that are easy to fix	160
Problems when you turn on the computer	161
The Windows® operating system is not working	164
Using Startup options to fix problems	164
Internet problems	165
The Windows® operating system can help you	166
Resolving a hardware conflict	166
A plan of action	166
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	167
Memory problems	168
Power and the batteries	169
Keyboard problems	170
Display problems	171
Disk drive problems	173
Optical drive (optional) problems	174
Sound system problems	175
PC Card problems	176
Printer problems	178
Wireless networking problems	179
DVD operating problems	182
Develop good computing habits	183
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	184
If you need further assistance	188
Before you contact Toshiba	188
Contacting Toshiba	188
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	189
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	190
Appendix A: Hot Keys	192
Hot Key Cards	192
Using the Hot Key Cards	193
Application Cards	194
Using the Application Cards	194
Card Case	195
Hot Key functions	196
Volume Mute	196
Password security	197
Power plan	198
Sleep mode	199
Hibernation mode	200
Display modes	201
Display brightness	202
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	203
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	204
Changing screen resolution	205
Keyboard hot key functions	206
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	207
Glossary	208

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Mobile Computing

Running the computer on battery power

❖

EasyGuard Connect

—to help users establish a reliable wired

or wireless connection effortlessly and quickly.

❖

EasyGuard Optimize

—to enable users to customize system

settings to be more productive.

*Toshiba EasyGuard

™

technology comprises a number of features

some of which may or may not be available on a particular Toshiba

notebook depending on the model selected. See

easyguard.toshiba.com

for detailed information.

Running the computer on battery power

The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery

that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can

recharge it many times.

Battery Notice

Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending

on product model, configuration, applications, power management

settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance

variations produced by the design of individual components.

Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and

configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication.

Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge

while the computer is consuming full power.

After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at

maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for

all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories

information that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba

Web site at

accessories.toshiba.com

. Use only batteries designed to

work with your Toshiba notebook computer.

To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate

the computer on battery power at least once a month. The Lithium-

Ion battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to let the

battery fully discharge each time. However, for better accuracy of

the battery meter, it is helpful to fully discharge the battery

periodically. Please see

“Maintaining your battery” on page 102

for

procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power,

either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to

your system), for an extended period (more than a month), the

battery may fail to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the

battery, and may cause the battery meter to be inaccurate.