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Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan, Change plan settings, Change advanced power settings

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Mobile Computing Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 101 4 Click Change plan settings to choose the plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings. 5 Click Change advanced power settings to access settings for battery notification levels, internal storage drive power save time, etc. You can click on the plus signs to expand each item and to see what settings are available for each item. 6 Click OK to save the plan changes you have performed. By default the two power plans eco and Balanced are satisfactory for most people and do not need to be edited. The eco plan is the best used for maximum battery time. The Balanced plan is a compromise between battery time and performance. Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan This computer is equipped with the TOSHIBA eco power plan. Operating the computer with this power plan enabled reduces electrical power consumption by slightly lowering system performance. For example, when this power plan is enabled, the brightness of the display is reduced and the interval before Sleep mode takes effect is shortened. To enable or disable the TOSHIBA eco power plan, see "Power Plans" on page 100. The TOSHIBA eco Utility™ monitors your power savings from using the eco power plan by tracking real-time power consumption and accumulated savings over time. To learn how to access the utility, see "TOSHIBA eco Utility™" on page 136. For more information on the TOSHIBA eco power plan, see the Help file in the TOSHIBA eco Utility™ window.

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