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26 Contents Memory problems 146 Power and the batteries 146 Keyboard problems 148 Display problems 148 Disk or storage drive problems 150 Error-checking 150 Optical disc drive problems 151 Sound system problems 152 Printer problems 152 Wireless networking problems 153 DVD operating problems 155 Develop good computing habits 156 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165 Volume Mute 166 Lock (Instant security 166 Display brightness 166 Output (Display switch 167 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 168 Keyboard hot key functions 169 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............170 Zoom (Display resolution 171 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 172 Glossary 173 Index 188

Section	Page
Satellite®/Satellite Pro® L800/S800 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	21
Introduction	27
This guide	29
Safety icons	30
Other icons used	30
Your computer’s features and specifications	31
Other documentation	31
Service options	31
Chapter 1: Getting Started	32
Selecting a place to work	32
Setting up a work environment	32
Keeping yourself comfortable	33
Computer user comfort recommendations	33
Good Working Posture	33
Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor	34
Typing style	35
Taking breaks and varying tasks	35
Mobile computing tips	36
Transporting the notebook	36
Seeking additional help	36
Check list	37
Precautions	37
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	39
Setting up your computer	40
Connecting to a power source	40
Charging the main battery	43
Using the computer for the first time	43
Setting up your software	44
Registering your computer with Toshiba	44
Adding optional external devices	44
Adding memory (optional)	45
Installing a memory module	45
Removing a memory module	50
Checking total memory	53
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	53
Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)	55
Recovering of factory default software with user’s data	57
Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions	60
Recovering to a custom size partition	63
Creating recovery media	65
Restoring from recovery media	67
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive	69
Checking the internal storage drive operating status	71
Installing drivers and applications	71
Using the touch pad	72
Adjusting touch pad settings	75
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	75
Connecting an external device	76
Using external display devices	76
Selecting video cables	77
Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device	77
Connecting an external monitor or projector	77
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	77
Adjusting the quality of the external display	78
Customizing your computer’s settings	78
Caring for your computer	79
Cleaning the computer	79
Moving the computer	79
Using a computer lock	79
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	81
Computing tips	81
Using the keyboard	82
Character keys	83
Function keys	83
Special Windows® keys	83
Starting a program	84
Starting a program using the Search programs and files field	84
Starting a program from the Start menu	85
Saving your work	85
Backing up your work	85
Restoring your work	86
Using the optical disc drive	86
Optical disc drive components	87
Media control buttons	88
Inserting an optical disc	88
Removing a disc with the computer on	89
Playing optical media	89
Recording optical media	90
Removing a disc with the computer off	91
Toshiba’s online resources	91
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	92
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	92
Running the computer on battery power	92
Battery Notice	93
Power management	94
Charging the main battery	94
Charging the RTC battery	95
Monitoring main battery power	96
Determining remaining battery power	97
What to do when the main battery runs low	98
Setting battery notifications	98
Conserving battery power	99
Power Plans	100
Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan	101
Changing the main battery	102
Removing the battery from the computer	102
Inserting a charged battery	103
Taking care of your battery	105
Safety precautions	105
Maintaining your battery	106
Disposing of used batteries	106
Traveling tips	107
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	108
Exploring the desktop	108
Finding your way around the desktop	109
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	113
Using the Memory card reader	114
Inserting memory media	114
Removing memory media	115
Chapter 5: Utilities	116
TOSHIBA Assist	117
Connect	118
Secure	119
Protect & Fix	120
Optimize	121
TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator	122
TOSHIBA Application Installer	122
Setting passwords	123
Using a supervisor password	123
Using a user password	125
Deleting a user password	126
TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility	127
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	128
Mouse Utility	129
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup	130
TOSHIBA Sleep Utility	132
Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility	132
USB Sleep and Charge	132
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge	134
Power supply mode settings	134
TOSHIBA Accessibility	135
TOSHIBA eco Utility™	136
TOSHIBA Service Station	137
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor	137
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	139
Problems that are easy to fix	139
Problems when you turn on the computer	140
The Windows® operating system is not working	142
Using Startup options to fix problems	143
Internet problems	144
The Windows® operating system can help you	144
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	145
Checking device properties	145
Memory problems	146
Power and the batteries	146
Keyboard problems	148
Display problems	148
Disk or storage drive problems	150
Error-checking	150
Optical disc drive problems	151
Sound system problems	152
Printer problems	152
Wireless networking problems	153
DVD operating problems	155
Develop good computing habits	156
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	157
If you need further assistance	161
Contacting Toshiba	162
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	162
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	162
Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards	164
Hot Key Cards	164
Using the Hot Key Cards	165
Hot key functions	165
Volume Mute	166
Lock (Instant security)	166
Display brightness	166
Output (Display switch)	167
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	168
Keyboard hot key functions	169
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	170
Zoom (Display resolution)	171
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	172
Glossary	173

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Contents

Memory problems

................................................

146

Power and the batteries

........................................

146

Keyboard problems

...............................................

148

Display problems

..................................................

148

Disk or storage drive problems

.............................

150

Error-checking

................................................

150

Optical disc drive problems

...................................

151

Sound system problems

.......................................

152

Printer problems

...................................................

152

Wireless networking problems

..............................

153

DVD operating problems

.......................................

155

Develop good computing habits

...........................

156

Data and system configuration backup in

the Windows

operating system

...............

157

If you need further assistance

...............................

161

Contacting Toshiba

.........................................

162

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites

..........................

162

Toshiba’s worldwide offices

..................................

162

Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards

..................................

164

Hot Key Cards

.......................................................

164

Using the Hot Key Cards

.................................

165

Hot key functions

..................................................

165

Volume Mute

..................................................

166

Lock (Instant security)

....................................

166

Display brightness

..........................................

166

Output (Display switch)

.................................

167

Disabling or enabling the touch pad

................

168

Keyboard hot key functions

...........................

169

Disabling or enabling wireless devices

............

170

Zoom (Display resolution)

..............................

171

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

..........................

172

Glossary

....................................................................................

173

Index

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188