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Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard 69 F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the FN key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on page 151. Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Toggles between the Start screen and the last app opened, or between the Desktop and Start screens if no apps are open. For more information refer to Help & Support, or see "Exploring the Start screen" on page 96 ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Backlit keyboard (Available on certain models.) Your keyboard may have a backlight illumination feature. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you type on the keyboard and turns off after a certain interval when you stop typing. You can modify the time-out interval or change the keyboard backlight setting to always on or always off. Touch screen (Available on certain models.) Your computer may come with a touch screen, enabling direct interaction with displayed apps and programs through simple or multi-touch gestures.

Section	Page
Satellite®/Satellite Pro® L40/ L50/L70/S50-C 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	42
Initial setup	42
Setting up your software	43
Registering your computer with Toshiba	43
To Shut down your computer	44
To Restart your computer	45
To place your computer in Sleep mode	45
Adding optional external devices	46
Adding memory	46
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	46
Creating recovery media	47
Restoring from recovery media	50
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
Using a computer lock	64
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	66
Computing tips	66
Using the keyboard	67
Function keys	68
Special Windows® keys	69
Backlit keyboard	69
Touch screen	69
Touch screen navigation	70
Mouse properties	71
Starting an app	71
Starting an app from the Start screen	72
Saving your work	72
Backing up your work	73
Using the optical disc drive	73
Optical disc drive components	74
Media control buttons	75
Inserting an optical disc	75
Playing optical media	76
Recording optical media	76
Removing a disc with the computer on	77
Removing a disc with the computer off	77
Toshiba’s online resources	78
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	79
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	79
Running the computer on battery power	79
Battery Notice	80
Power management	81
Charging batteries	81
Charging the RTC battery	82
Monitoring battery power	83
Determining remaining battery power	84
What to do when the main battery runs low	85
Setting battery notifications	85
Conserving battery power	86
Power Plans	87
Using the eco power plan	88
Changing the main battery	89
Removing the battery from the computer	90
Inserting a charged battery	91
Taking care of your battery	92
Safety precautions	92
Maintaining your battery	93
Disposing of used batteries	93
Traveling tips	94
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	96
Exploring the Start screen	96
Charms	97
Tiles	98
Exploring the desktop	98
Finding your way around the desktop	98
Windows® Store	100
Setting up for communications	101
Connecting your computer to a network	102
Exploring audio features	102
Recording sounds	102
Using external speakers or headphones	103
Using the Web Camera	104
Using the Memory card reader	104
Inserting memory media	105
Removing memory media	105
Chapter 5: Utilities	107
eco Utility®	108
Password Utility	109
Using a supervisor password	109
Using a user password	111
Deleting a user password	113
System Settings	114
Sleep Utilities	116
USB Sleep and Charge	116
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge	118
Power supply mode settings	118
Function Key	120
Recovery Media Creator	121
Service Station	121
TOSHIBA Application Installer	122
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	123
Problems that are easy to fix	123
Problems when you turn on the computer	124
The Windows® operating system is not working	126
Using Startup options to fix problems	127
Internet problems	129
The Windows® operating system can help you	130
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	130
Checking device properties	130
Power and the batteries	131
Keyboard problems	133
Display problems	133
Disk or storage drive problems	135
Error-checking	135
Optical disc drive problems	137
Sound system problems	138
Printer problems	138
Wireless networking problems	139
DVD operating problems	141
Develop good computing habits	142
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	143
If you need further assistance	148
Contacting Toshiba	149
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	149
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	149
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys	151
Functions	151
Search	152
Display brightness	152
Output (Display switch)	153
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	154
Media buttons	154
Volume Mute	154
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	155
Zoom In/Out	155
Keyboard Backlight	155
Zoom (Display resolution)	155
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	156
Glossary	157
A	159
B	160
C	161
D	162
E	164
F	164
G	165
H	165
I	166
K	166
L	166
M	167
N	168
O	168
P	168
R	169
S	170
T	171
U	171
W	172