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Toshiba L855D-S5242 User Manual (194 pages)
Satellite L840-BT2N22
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 5.07 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
12
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
15
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
16
Regulatory Statements
16
Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
17
Table of Contents
21
Introduction
27
This Guide
29
Safety Icons
30
Other Icons Used
30
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
31
Other Documentation
31
Service Options
31
Chapter 1: Getting Started
32
Selecting a Place to Work
32
Setting up a Work Environment
32
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
33
Computer User Comfort Recommendations
33
Good Working Posture
33
Using the Notebook with an External Keyboard, Mouse or Monitor
34
Typing Style
35
Taking Breaks and Varying Tasks
35
Mobile Computing Tips
36
Transporting the Notebook
36
Seeking Additional Help
36
Check List
37
Precautions
37
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
39
Setting up Your Computer
40
Connecting to a Power Source
40
Charging the Main Battery
43
Using the Computer for the First Time
43
Setting up Your Software
44
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
44
Adding Optional External Devices
44
Adding Memory (Optional)
45
Installing a Memory Module
45
Removing a Memory Module
50
Checking Total Memory
53
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive
53
Recovering to Out-Of-Box State (Recommended Recovery Method)
55
Recovering of Factory Default Software with User's Data
57
Recovering Without Changing the Internal Storage Drive Partitions
60
Recovering to a Custom Size Partition
63
Creating Recovery Media
65
Restoring from Recovery Media
67
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive
69
Checking the Internal Storage Drive Operating Status
71
Installing Drivers and Applications
71
Using the Touch Pad
72
Adjusting Touch Pad Settings
75
Disabling or Enabling the Touch Pad
75
Connecting an External Device
76
Using External Display Devices
76
Selecting Video Cables
77
Connecting an HDMI™-Compatible Television or Display Device
77
Connecting an External Monitor or Projector
77
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
77
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
78
Customizing Your Computer's Settings
78
Caring for Your Computer
79
Cleaning the Computer
79
Moving the Computer
79
Using a Computer Lock
79
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
81
Computing Tips
81
Using the Keyboard
82
Character Keys
83
Function Keys
83
Special Windows Keys
83
Starting a Program
84
Starting a Program Using the Search Programs and Files Field
84
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
85
Saving Your Work
85
Backing up Your Work
85
Restoring Your Work
86
Using the Optical Disc Drive
86
Optical Disc Drive Components
87
Media Control Buttons
88
Inserting an Optical Disc
88
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
89
Playing Optical Media
89
Recording Optical Media
90
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
91
Toshiba's Online Resources
91
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
92
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
92
Running the Computer on Battery Power
92
Battery Notice
93
Power Management
94
Charging the Main Battery
94
Charging the RTC Battery
95
Monitoring Main Battery Power
96
Determining Remaining Battery Power
97
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
98
Setting Battery Notifications
98
Conserving Battery Power
99
Power Plans
100
Using the TOSHIBA Eco Power Plan
101
Changing the Main Battery
102
Removing the Battery from the Computer
102
Inserting a Charged Battery
103
Taking Care of Your Battery
105
Safety Precautions
105
Maintaining Your Battery
106
Disposing of Used Batteries
106
Traveling Tips
107
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
108
Exploring the Desktop
108
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
109
Start Button
110
Setting up for Communications
111
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
112
Exploring Audio Features
112
Recording Sounds
112
Using External Speakers or Headphones
113
Using the Web Camera
113
Using the Memory Card Reader
114
Inserting Memory Media
114
Removing Memory Media
115
Chapter 5: Utilities
116
TOSHIBA Assist
117
Connect
118
Secure
119
Protect & Fix
120
Optimize
121
TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator
122
TOSHIBA Application Installer
122
Setting Passwords
123
Using a Supervisor Password
123
Using a User Password
125
Deleting a User Password
126
TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility
127
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
128
Mouse Utility
129
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup
130
TOSHIBA Sleep Utility
132
Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility
132
USB Sleep and Charge
132
Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge
134
Power Supply Mode Settings
134
TOSHIBA Accessibility
135
TOSHIBA Eco Utility
136
TOSHIBA Service Station
137
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
137
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
139
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
139
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
140
The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
142
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
143
Internet Problems
144
The Windows Operating System Can Help You
144
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
145
Checking Device Properties
145
Memory Problems
146
Power and the Batteries
146
Keyboard Problems
148
Display Problems
148
Disk or Storage Drive Problems
150
Error-Checking
150
Optical Disc Drive Problems
151
Sound System Problems
152
Printer Problems
152
Wireless Networking Problems
153
DVD Operating Problems
155
Develop Good Computing Habits
156
Data and System Configuration Backup in
157
The Windows ® Operating System
157
If You Need Further Assistance
161
Contacting Toshiba
162
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
162
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
162
Appendix A: Hot Keys/Toshiba Cards
164
Hot Key Cards
164
Using the Hot Key Cards
165
Hot Key Functions
165
Volume Mute
166
Lock (Instant Security)
166
Display Brightness
166
Output (Display Switch)
167
Disabling or Enabling the Touch Pad
168
Keyboard Hot Key Functions
169
Disabling or Enabling Wireless Devices
170
Zoom (Display Resolution)
171
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
172
Glossary
173
Index
188
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