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Getting Started 63 Connecting an external device ❖ Try adjusting your typing technique to avoid accidental contact with the touch pad. You may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with the heel of your hand as you type. Also, accidental light touches or taps on the touch pad may select an item or text on the screen, and potentially the item or text may be replaced by the next character you type. ❖ Temporarily disable the touch pad, so that it does not respond to touch or button presses while you type. See "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 63. ❖ Disable the tapping feature. If you disable tapping only, you can still use the touch pad's control buttons and move the pointer by sliding your finger on the touch pad. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad, so that it is less responsive to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by computer model. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. To enable/disable the touch pad, press F5. For more information, see "Disabling or enabling the touch pad" on page 140. NOTE Alternately, you can disable only the tapping feature. If you disable tapping only, you can still use the touch pad's control buttons and move the pointer by sliding your finger on the touch pad. To disable tapping only, use the Mouse Properties option in the Windows® Control Panel. Connecting an external device You can easily attach an external device your computer. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the device to see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device.

Section	Page
Satellite®/Satellite Pro® U800 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	17
Introduction	23
This guide	25
Safety icons	26
Other icons used	26
Your computer’s features and specifications	27
Other documentation	27
Service options	27
Chapter 1: Getting Started	28
Selecting a place to work	28
Setting up a work environment	28
Keeping yourself comfortable	29
Computer user comfort recommendations	29
Good Working Posture	29
Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor	30
Typing style	31
Taking breaks and varying tasks	31
Mobile computing tips	32
Transporting the notebook	32
Seeking additional help	32
Check list	33
Precautions	33
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	35
Setting up your computer	36
Connecting to a power source	36
Charging the main battery	38
Using the computer for the first time	39
Setting up your software	39
Registering your computer with Toshiba	40
Adding optional external devices	40
Adding memory (optional)	40
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	41
Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)	42
Recovering of factory default software with user’s data	45
Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions	48
Recovering to a custom size partition	50
Creating recovery media	53
Restoring from recovery media	55
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive	57
Checking the internal storage drive operating status	59
Installing drivers and applications	59
Using the touch pad	60
Adjusting touch pad settings	62
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	63
Connecting an external device	63
Using external display devices	64
Selecting video cables	64
Connecting an HDMI®-compatible television or display device	64
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	65
Adjusting the quality of the external display	65
Customizing your computer’s settings	66
Caring for your computer	66
Cleaning the computer	66
Moving the computer	66
Using a computer lock	67
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	68
Computing tips	68
Using the keyboard	69
Character keys	70
Function keys	70
Special Windows® keys	70
Backlit keyboard	70
Starting a program	71
Starting a program using the Search programs and files field	71
Starting a program from the Start menu	71
Saving your work	72
Backing up your work	72
Restoring your work	73
Toshiba’s online resources	73
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	74
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	74
Running the computer on battery power	74
Battery Notice	74
Power management	75
Charging batteries	76
Charging the main battery	76
Charging the RTC battery	77
Monitoring main battery power	77
Determining remaining battery power	79
What to do when the main battery runs low	79
Setting battery notifications	79
Conserving battery power	80
Power Plans	81
Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan	82
Changing the main battery	82
Taking care of your battery	83
Safety precautions	83
Maintaining your battery	84
Disposing of your computer	84
Traveling tips	85
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	86
Exploring the desktop	86
Finding your way around the desktop	87
Setting up for communications	89
Connecting your computer to a network	90
Exploring audio features	90
Recording sounds	90
Using external speakers or headphones	91
Using the Web Camera	92
Using the Memory card reader	92
Inserting memory media	92
Removing memory media	93
Chapter 5: Utilities	94
TOSHIBA Assist	95
Connect	96
Secure	97
Protect & Fix	98
Optimize	99
TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator	100
TOSHIBA Application Installer	100
Setting passwords	101
Using an instant password	102
Using a supervisor password	102
Using a user password	104
Deleting a user password	104
TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility	105
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	106
Mouse Utility	107
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup	108
TOSHIBA Sleep Utility	110
Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility	110
USB Sleep and Charge	110
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge	112
Power supply mode settings	112
TOSHIBA Accessibility	113
TOSHIBA eco Utility™	114
TOSHIBA Service Station	115
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor	115
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	117
Problems that are easy to fix	117
Problems when you turn on the computer	118
The Windows® operating system is not working	120
Using Startup options to fix problems	120
Internet problems	121
The Windows® operating system can help you	122
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	122
Checking device properties	122
Power and the batteries	123
Keyboard problems	124
Display problems	125
Disk or storage drive problems	126
Error-checking	127
Sound system problems	127
Wireless networking problems	128
Develop good computing habits	129
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	130
If you need further assistance	135
Contacting Toshiba	135
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	135
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	136
Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards	137
Hot Key Cards	137
Using the Hot Key Cards	138
Hot key functions	138
Help	138
Display brightness	138
Output (Display switch)	139
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	140
Keyboard hot key functions	141
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	142
Zoom (Display resolution)	143
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	144
Glossary	145