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Utilities Recovery Media Creator 133 recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for various devices). The collected information is not limited to the examples specified here. The stored data uses a very small portion of the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). This information is used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions that may affect the performance of your TOSHIBA computer. It may also be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. Additionally, TOSHIBA may use this information for quality assurance analysis. Subject to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be transferred to entities located outside of your country or region of residence (e.g., European Union). Those countries may or may not have the same data protection laws or data protection levels as required by your home country or region. You may disable the PC Health Monitor at any time by uninstalling the software via the Windows® Control Panel. Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA's obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply. Recovery Media Creator The Recovery Media Creator utility enables you to create recovery media that can be used to return your system to its out-of-box state, if necessary. For detailed information on using the utility to create recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page 54. Service Station The Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for your computer. The Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to install the updates if you wish. TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer.

Section	Page
Tecra® R940/R950 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	17
Introduction	24
This guide	26
Safety icons	27
Other icons used	27
Your computer’s features and specifications	28
Other documentation	28
Service options	28
Chapter 1: Getting Started	29
Selecting a place to work	29
Setting up a work environment	29
Keeping yourself comfortable	30
Computer user comfort recommendations	30
Good Working Posture	30
Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor	31
Typing style	32
Taking breaks and varying tasks	32
Mobile computing tips	33
Transporting the notebook	33
Seeking additional help	33
Check list	34
Precautions	34
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	36
Setting up your computer	36
Connecting to a power source	37
Charging the main battery	39
Using the computer for the first time	40
Initial setup	40
Setting up your software	40
Registering your computer with Toshiba	41
To Shut down your computer	41
To Restart your computer	42
To place your computer in Sleep mode	42
Adding optional external devices	43
Adding memory (optional)	43
Installing a memory module	44
Removing a memory module	50
Checking total memory	52
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	53
Creating recovery media	54
Restoring from recovery media	56
Refresh your PC (with user’s data)	57
Reset your PC	60
Installing drivers and applications	62
Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device	63
Adjusting touch pad settings	66
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	67
Scrolling with the touch pad	67
Control buttons	67
Connecting an external device	68
Using external display devices	68
Selecting video cables	69
Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device	69
Connecting an external monitor or projector	69
Connecting an external monitor via the DisplayPort™	70
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	70
Adjusting the quality of the external display	71
Customizing your computer’s settings	72
Caring for your computer	72
Cleaning the computer	72
Moving the computer	72
Using a computer lock	73
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	74
Computing tips	74
Using the keyboard	75
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	76
Function keys	76
Special Windows® keys	77
Mouse properties	77
Starting an app	78
Starting an app from the Start screen	78
Saving your work	79
Backing up your work	79
Using the optical disc drive	79
Optical disc drive components	80
Inserting an optical disc	81
Playing optical media	81
Recording optical media	82
Removing a disc with the computer on	83
Removing a disc with the computer off	83
Toshiba’s online resources	83
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	84
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	84
Running the computer on battery power	85
Battery Notice	85
Power management	86
Using additional batteries	86
Charging the main battery	86
Charging the RTC battery	87
Monitoring main battery power	88
Determining remaining battery power	89
What to do when the main battery runs low	90
Setting battery notifications	90
Conserving battery power	91
Power Plans	92
Using a TOSHIBA Function key to set the Power Plan	93
Using the eco power plan	93
Changing the main battery	94
Removing the battery from the computer	95
Inserting a charged battery	97
Taking care of your battery	98
Safety precautions	98
Maintaining your battery	99
Disposing of used batteries	99
Traveling tips	101
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	102
Exploring the Start screen	102
Charms	103
Tiles	104
Exploring the desktop	104
Finding your way around the desktop	104
Windows® Store	106
Setting up for communications	106
Connecting your computer to a network	107
Exploring audio features	107
Recording sounds	108
Using external speakers or headphones	108
Using the Web Camera	109
Using an ExpressCard®	109
Inserting an ExpressCard®	110
Removing an ExpressCard®	110
Using the Memory card reader	111
Inserting memory media	112
Removing memory media	112
Using the eSATA/USB combo port	113
Using the expansion port	113
Chapter 5: Utilities	115
Desktop Assist	116
Media & Entertainment	117
Tools & Utilities	118
Support & Recovery	119
eco Utility®	120
Setting passwords	121
Using a supervisor password	121
Using a user password	123
System Settings	124
Sleep and Charge	126
USB Sleep and Charge	126
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge	128
Power supply mode settings	128
HDD Protection Utility	129
Function Key	130
Cooling Performance Diagnostic Tool	131
PC Diagnostic Tool	131
PC Health Monitor	132
Recovery Media Creator	133
Service Station	133
TOSHIBA Application Installer	133
TOSHIBA Button Setting	135
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)	135
Fingerprint Utility	136
Fingerprint utility limitations	136
Using the Fingerprint Utility	136
Fingerprint Logon	137
Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader	137
Fingerprint reader limitations	139
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	140
Problems that are easy to fix	140
Problems when you turn on the computer	141
The Windows® operating system is not working	143
Using Startup options to fix problems	144
Internet problems	146
The Windows® operating system can help you	146
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	147
Checking device properties	147
Memory problems	148
Power and the batteries	149
Keyboard problems	150
Display problems	151
Disk or storage drive problems	153
Error-checking	153
Optical disc drive problems	155
Sound system problems	156
ExpressCard® problems	156
ExpressCard® checklist	157
Resolving ExpressCard® problems	157
Printer problems	158
Wireless networking problems	159
DVD operating problems	161
Develop good computing habits	162
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	163
If you need further assistance	167
Contacting Toshiba	168
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	168
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	169
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys	170
Functions	170
Lock (Instant security)	171
Power plan	171
Sleep mode	171
Hibernation mode	171
Output (Display switch)	172
Display brightness	173
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	173
Disabling or enabling the touch pad	173
Cursor control overlay	174
Numeric overlay	174
Scroll lock	174
Volume Mute	174
Optical disk drive	174
Keyboard Function keys	175
Zoom (Display resolution)	175
Appendix B : Power Cord/Cable Connectors	176
Glossary	177
A	179
B	180
C	181
D	182
E	183
F	184
G	184
H	184
I	185
K	185
L	185
M	186
N	187
O	187
P	187
R	188
S	189
T	190
U	190
W	191

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Utilities

Recovery Media Creator

recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and

temperatures for various devices). The collected information is not

limited to the examples specified here. The stored data uses a very

small portion of the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB

or less per year).

This information is used to identify and provide a notification of

system conditions that may affect the performance of your

TOSHIBA computer. It may also be used to help diagnose

problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or

TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. Additionally, TOSHIBA

may use this information for quality assurance analysis.

Subject to the use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal

storage drive may be transferred to entities located outside of your

country or region of residence (e.g., European Union). Those

countries may or may not have the same data protection laws or

data protection levels as required by your home country or region.

You may disable the PC Health Monitor at any time by uninstalling

the software via the Windows

Control Panel. Doing so will

automatically delete all collected information from the internal

storage drive.

The PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify

TOSHIBA's obligations under its standard limited warranty in any

way. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations

apply.

Recovery Media Creator

The Recovery Media Creator utility enables you to create recovery

media that can be used to return your system to its out-of-box state,

if necessary. For detailed information on using the utility to create

recovery media, see

“Creating recovery media” on page 54

Service Station

The Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at

its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware,

documentation or other information is available for your computer.

The Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and

you can then choose to install the updates if you wish.

TOSHIBA Application Installer

The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the

drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your

computer.