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164 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 9 Click or touch Finish, and then Yes to begin the system restore. Your Windows® operating system configuration will now be restored to the state it was in when the chosen restore point was created, and then the computer will be automatically restarted. Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system is the data you create and store on its internal storage drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it, the next most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your data. Fortunately, the Windows® operating system offers a convenient way to back up your computer or just your important files to optical disc drives, or hard drives. An external hard drive is recommended in case the internal storage drive fails. No additional software is required. Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as read from optical discs. External optical disc writers are also widely available. Follow these steps to back up your computer or files to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 From the Start screen, type Control. Click or touch Control Panel from the list that appears. 2 Click or touch Save backup copies of your files with File History under the System and Security heading. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your files. For additional Help, while in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. Search for "back up files".

Section	Page
X70-A Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	20
Introduction	26
This guide	28
Safety icons	29
Other icons used	29
Your computer’s features and specifications	30
Documentation	30
Service options	30
Chapter 1: Getting Started	31
Selecting a place to work	31
Setting up a work environment	31
Keeping yourself comfortable	32
Computer user comfort recommendations	32
Good Working Posture	32
Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor	33
Typing style	34
Taking breaks and varying tasks	35
Mobile computing tips	35
Transporting the notebook	35
Seeking additional help	36
Check list	36
Precautions	37
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	39
Setting up your computer	39
Connecting to a power source	40
Charging the main battery.	42
Using the computer for the first time	43
Initial setup	43
Setting up your software	44
Registering your computer with Toshiba	44
To Shut down your computer	45
To Restart your computer	45
To place your computer in Sleep mode	46
Adding optional external devices	47
Adding memory (optional)	47
Installing a memory module	48
Removing a memory module	54
Checking total memory	56
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	56
Creating recovery media	58
Restoring from recovery media	60
Refresh your PC (with user’s data)	61
Reset your PC	63
Installing drivers and applications	66
Using the touch pad	67
Adjusting touch pad settings	69
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	70
Connecting an external device	70
Using external display devices	71
Selecting video cables	71
Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device	71
Connecting an external monitor or projector	72
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	72
Adjusting the quality of the external display	73
Customizing your computer’s settings	74
Caring for your computer	74
Cleaning the computer	74
Moving the computer	75
Using a computer lock	75
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	76
Computing tips	76
Using the keyboard	78
Function keys	78
Special Windows® keys	79
Backlit keyboard	79
Touch screen	80
Touch screen navigation	80
Mouse properties	81
Starting an app	81
Starting an app from the Start screen	82
Saving your work	82
Backing up your work	83
Using the optical disc drive	83
Viewing Blu-ray Disc™ movies	84
Optical disc drive components	85
Media control buttons	86
Inserting an optical disc	87
Playing optical media	87
Recording optical media	88
Removing a disc with the computer on	88
Removing a disc with the computer off	89
Toshiba’s online resources	89
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	90
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	90
Running the computer on battery power	90
Battery Notice	91
Power management	92
Charging batteries	92
Charging the main battery	92
Charging the RTC battery	93
Monitoring battery power	94
Determining remaining battery power	95
What to do when the main battery runs low	96
Setting battery notifications	96
Conserving battery power	97
Power Plans	98
Using the eco power plan	99
Changing the main battery	100
Removing the battery from the computer	100
Inserting a charged battery	101
Taking care of your battery	102
Safety precautions	103
Maintaining your battery	103
Disposing of used batteries	104
Traveling tips	105
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	106
Exploring the Start screen	106
Charms	107
Tiles	108
Exploring the desktop	108
Finding your way around the desktop	108
Windows® Store	110
Setting up for communications	111
Connecting your computer to a network	112
Exploring audio features	112
Recording sounds	112
Using external speakers or headphones	113
Using the Web Camera	114
Using the Memory card reader	114
Inserting memory media	115
Removing memory media	115
Chapter 5: Utilities	117
Desktop Assist	118
Media & Entertainment	119
Tools & Utilities	120
Support & Recovery	121
eco Utility®	122
Password Utility	123
Using a supervisor password	123
Using a user password	125
Deleting a user password	127
System Settings	128
Sleep Utilities	130
USB Sleep and Charge	130
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge	132
Power supply mode settings	132
Sleep and Music	133
HDD Protection Utility	134
Function Key	135
Recovery Media Creator	136
Service Station	136
TOSHIBA Application Installer	137
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	138
Problems that are easy to fix	138
Problems when you turn on the computer	139
The Windows® operating system is not working	141
Using Startup options to fix problems	142
Internet problems	144
The Windows® operating system can help you	145
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	145
Checking device properties	146
Memory problems	146
Power and the batteries	148
Keyboard problems	149
Display problems	149
Disk or storage drive problems	152
Error-checking	152
Optical disc drive problems	154
Sound system problems	157
Printer problems	157
Wireless networking problems	158
DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems	160
Develop good computing habits	161
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	162
If you need further assistance	167
Contacting Toshiba	168
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	168
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	168
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys	170
Functions	170
Help file	171
Display brightness	171
Output (Display switch)	172
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	173
Media buttons	173
Volume Mute	173
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	174
Keyboard Function keys	174
Zoom (Display resolution)	174
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	175
Glossary	176
A	178
B	179
C	180
D	181
E	182
F	183
G	184
H	184
I	185
K	185
L	185
M	186
N	186
O	187
P	187
R	188
S	189
T	190
U	190
W	190