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The Windows® operating system can help you, Fixing a problem with Device Manager

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128 If Something Goes Wrong Fixing a problem with Device Manager The Windows® operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. To access the Windows® operating system Help and Support: 1 Select Start, then select Help and Support, or press F1. The Help and Support window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the Search programs and files field, type in the topic for which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions. ❖ Select one of the options listed in the window and then follow the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by selecting the Ask button and then selecting Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable. Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them. Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device's properties: 1 Select Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under System, select Device Manager. 2 To view the device(s) installed, double-tap the device type.

Section	Page
libretto® W100 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	28
Introduction	33
This guide	35
Safety icons	36
Other icons used	36
Your computer’s features and specifications	37
Other documentation	37
Service options	37
Selecting a place to work	38
Keeping yourself comfortable	38
Precautions	39
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	41
Computing tips	42
Backing up your work	43
Restoring your work	43
Toshiba’s online resources	44
Chapter 1: Getting Started	45
Features and components	45
Front	46
Right side	46
Left side	46
Front open	47
Screen modes	48
Setting up your computer	49
Connecting to a power source	50
Charging the battery	52
Changing the battery	53
Removing the battery from the computer	53
Inserting a charged battery	55
Taking care of your battery	56
Safety precautions	56
Maintaining your battery	57
Disposing of used batteries	58
Using the computer for the first time	59
Opening the computer	59
Turning on the power	60
Setting up your software	60
Registering your computer with Toshiba	61
Navigation and features	61
Management using the application buttons	62
Single Full Screen	62
Full Dual Screen	63
Turning off the computer	64
Options for turning off the computer	64
Using the Shut down command	66
Closing the computer	66
Caring for and cleaning your computer	67
Cleaning the computer	67
Chapter 2: The Toshiba Space	68
Using the Toshiba Bulletin Board	68
Navigation	69
Bulletin board objects	69
Bulletin board dropdowns	72
Tools	73
Using Toshiba ReelTime	76
Preview	76
Using File Browser	76
Applications	76
Documents	77
Music	78
Pictures	78
Videos	78
Chapter 3: libretto® Premium Utilities	79
Using the libretto® keyboard	79
libretto® keyboard settings	80
Using the libretto® Touch Pad	81
Zoom	81
TOSHIBA Cards	82
Window Switcher	82
Volume controls	83
Easy Menu Utility	84
Auto Rotation	85
Locking Auto Rotation	86
Unlocking Auto Rotation	86
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	87
Using external speakers or headphones	87
Using the Web Camera	88
USB devices	89
Using a Micro SD™ Card	89
Inserting a Micro SD™ Card	90
Using Sleep or Hibernate while using the Micro SD™ Card	90
Removing a Micro SD™ Card	91
Chapter 5: Recovery	92
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	92
Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)	94
Recovering to a custom size partition	96
Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions	99
Creating recovery DVDs/media	101
Restoring from recovery DVDs/media	104
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive	106
Checking the internal storage drive operating status	107
Installing drivers and applications	108
Chapter 6: Utilities	109
TOSHIBA Assist	110
Connect	111
Protect & Fix	112
Optimize	113
TOSHIBA Application Installer	114
Setting passwords	115
Using an instant password	115
Using a user password	115
Deleting a user password	115
TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility	116
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	117
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup	118
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility	120
TOSHIBA Button Support	121
TOSHIBA Sync Utility	121
TOSHIBA eco Utility™	122
TOSHIBA Service Station	123
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor	123
Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong	125
Problems when you turn on the computer	125
The Windows® operating system is not working	127
Internet problems	127
The Windows® operating system can help you	128
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	128
Checking device properties	128
Power and the batteries	129
Display problems	130
Disk or storage drive problems	131
Error-checking	131
Sound system problems	132
Wireless networking problems	132
Develop good computing habits	134
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	135
If you need further assistance	138
Before you contact Toshiba	138
Contacting Toshiba	139
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	140
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	140
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Cards	142
TOSHIBA Cards	142
TOSHIBA Card functions	143
Lock (Instant security)	143
Power plan	144
Brightness	145
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	146
Sleep mode	147
Hibernation mode	148
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	149
Glossary	150