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82 Getting Started Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device Adjusting touch pad settings While you are typing, the on-screen pointer may seem to move or jump around "by itself" to random locations on the screen. The on-screen pointer may also seem to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. For help with these problems, try one or more of the following: ❖ 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 83. ❖ 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 www.support.toshiba.com, and enter the phrase "Mouse pointer jumps around as you type" into the Search field. Scrolling with the touch pad There are two active regions on the touch pad that allow you to scroll as you would with any wheel device on a mouse or trackball. To scroll vertically, run your finger up or down along the right edge of the touch pad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger along the bottom edge of the touch pad. This feature can be disabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button.

Section	Page
Tecra® R840 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	29
Introduction	37
This guide	39
Safety icons	40
Other icons used	40
Your computer’s features and specifications	41
Other documentation	41
Service options	41
Chapter 1: Getting Started	42
Selecting a place to work	42
Setting up a work environment	42
Keeping yourself comfortable	43
Precautions	43
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	45
Setting up your computer	45
Connecting to a power source	46
Charging the main battery	48
Using the computer for the first time	49
Opening the display panel	49
Turning on the power	50
Setting up your software	50
Registering your computer with Toshiba	51
Adding optional external devices	51
Adding memory (optional)	52
Installing a memory module	52
Removing a memory module	58
Checking total memory	61
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	61
Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)	63
Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions	65
Recovering to a custom size partition	68
Creating recovery DVDs/media	70
Restoring from recovery DVDs/media	73
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive	75
Checking the internal storage drive operating status	76
Installing drivers and applications	77
Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device	77
Using the touch pad	78
Adjusting touch pad settings	82
Scrolling with the touch pad	82
Control buttons	82
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	83
Using external display devices	83
Selecting video cables	84
Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device	84
Connecting an external monitor or projector	84
Connecting an external monitor via the DisplayPort™	84
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	85
Adjusting the quality of the external display	86
Using an external keyboard	86
Using a mouse	86
Connecting a printer	86
Setting up a printer	87
Turning off the computer	88
Options for turning off the computer	88
Using the Shut down command	90
Using and configuring Hibernation mode	92
Using and configuring Sleep mode	95
Closing the display panel	98
Customizing your computer’s settings	98
Caring for your computer	98
Cleaning the computer	98
Moving the computer	99
Using a computer lock	99
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	100
Computing tips	100
Using the keyboard	101
Character keys	102
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard	102
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	102
Function keys	102
Special Windows® keys	103
Overlay keys	103
Starting a program	104
Starting a program from the Start menu	105
Starting a program from Windows® Explorer	105
Starting a program using the Search programs and files field	106
Saving your work	107
Printing your work	108
Backing up your work	109
Restoring your work	110
Using the optical disc drive	110
Optical disc drive components	111
Inserting an optical disc	112
Playing an audio CD	114
Playing optical media	114
Recording optical media	114
Removing a disc with the computer on	115
Removing a disc with the computer off	115
Caring for optical discs	116
Toshiba’s online resources	116
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	117
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	117
Running the computer on battery power	118
Battery Notice	118
Power management	120
Using additional batteries	120
Charging batteries	120
Charging the main battery	121
Charging the RTC battery	121
Monitoring main battery power	122
Determining remaining battery power	124
What to do when the main battery runs low	124
Setting battery notifications	125
Conserving battery power	125
Power Plans	126
Using a hot key to set the Power Plan	127
Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan	128
Changing the main battery	129
Removing the battery from the computer	129
Inserting a charged battery	130
Taking care of your battery	131
Safety precautions	131
Maintaining your battery	132
Disposing of used batteries	133
Traveling tips	134
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	135
Exploring the desktop	135
Finding your way around the desktop	136
Setting up for communications	138
Connecting your computer to a network	139
Exploring audio features	140
Recording sounds	140
Using external speakers or headphones	140
Using the Web Camera	141
Using an ExpressCard®	142
Inserting an ExpressCard®	142
Removing an ExpressCard®	142
Using the Memory card reader	143
Inserting memory media	143
Removing memory media	144
Using the eSATA/USB combo port	145
Using the expansion port	145
Chapter 5: Utilities	146
TOSHIBA Assist	147
Connect	148
Secure	149
Protect & Fix	150
Optimize	151
TOSHIBA Application Installer	152
Setting passwords	153
Using an instant password	153
Using a supervisor password	154
Using a user password	155
TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility	157
TOSHIBA Security Assist	158
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	160
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility	161
Mouse Utility	162
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup	163
TOSHIBA Sleep Utility	165
Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility	165
USB Sleep and Charge	165
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge	167
Power supply mode settings	167
TOSHIBA Button Support	168
TOSHIBA Accessibility	169
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)	170
Fingerprint Authentication Utility	171
Fingerprint utility limitations	171
Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility	171
Fingerprint Logon	172
Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader	172
Fingerprint reader limitations	174
TOSHIBA eco Utility™	175
TOSHIBA Service Station	176
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor	176
ConfigFree®	177
Getting Started	177
ConfigFree® Utilities	178
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	181
Problems that are easy to fix	181
Problems when you turn on the computer	182
The Windows® operating system is not working	184
Using Startup options to fix problems	185
Internet problems	186
The Windows® operating system can help you	186
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	187
Checking device properties	187
Memory problems	188
Power and the batteries	188
Keyboard problems	190
Display problems	190
Disk or storage drive problems	192
Error-checking	192
Optical disc drive problems	193
Sound system problems	194
ExpressCard® problems	195
ExpressCard® checklist	195
Resolving ExpressCard® problems	195
Printer problems	197
Wireless networking problems	198
DVD operating problems	200
Develop good computing habits	201
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	202
If you need further assistance	206
Before you contact Toshiba	206
Contacting Toshiba	207
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	208
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	208
Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards	210
Hot Key Cards	210
Using the Hot Key Cards	211
Hot key functions	212
Optical disk drive	212
Volume Mute	213
Lock (Instant security)	214
Power plan	215
Sleep mode	216
Hibernation mode	217
Output (Display switch)	218
Display brightness	219
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	220
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	221
Cursor control overlay	222
Numeric overlay	222
Keyboard hot key functions	223
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	224
Glossary	225

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Getting Started

Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device

Adjusting touch pad settings

While you are typing, the on-screen pointer may seem to move or

jump around “by itself” to random locations on the screen. The

on-screen pointer may also seem to automatically select text, click

buttons, and activate other user interface elements. For help with

these problems, try one or more of the following:

❖

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 83

❖

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.

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

www.support.toshiba.com

, and enter the phrase “Mouse pointer

jumps around as you type” into the Search field.

Scrolling with the touch pad

There are two active regions on the touch pad that allow you to

scroll as you would with any wheel device on a mouse or trackball.

To scroll vertically, run your finger up or down along the right edge

of the touch pad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger along the

bottom edge of the touch pad. This feature can be disabled or

changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box.

Control buttons

When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the

cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand)

button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid

succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left

mouse button.

NOTE