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Toshiba C55Dt-A5106 User Manual

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Summarization of Contents

Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty
Protection of Stored Data
Emphasizes backing up data and Toshiba's disclaimer for data loss or corruption.
Critical Applications
FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information”
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health
Wireless Interoperability
Wireless LAN and Your Health
Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)
Regulatory statements
EU Declaration of Conformity
The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information
Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries
Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries
Taiwan
Using this Equipment in Japan
VCCI Class B Information
Device Authorization
Export Administration Regulation
Notice
Trademarks
Licenses
Computer Recycling Information
Introduction
ENERGY STAR® Program
This guide
Safety icons
Other icons used
Your computer’s features and specifications
Documentation
Service options
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Setting up a work environment
Guidance on arranging the workspace for optimal conditions and ventilation.
Selecting a place to work
Keeping yourself comfortable
Good Working Posture
Detailed recommendations for maintaining good posture while using the computer.
Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor
Typing style
Taking breaks and varying tasks
Mobile computing tips
Transporting the notebook
Check list
Precautions
Precautions
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan
Setting up your computer
Connecting to a power source
Charging the main battery
Using the computer for the first time
Initial setup
Registering your computer with Toshiba
To Shut down your computer
To Restart your computer
To place your computer in Sleep mode
Adding optional external devices
Adding memory (optional)
Installing a memory module
Removing a memory module
Checking total memory
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive
Creating recovery media
Explains the importance and process of creating recovery media.
Restoring from recovery media
Describes how to restore the system using created recovery media.
Refresh your PC (with user’s data)
How to refresh the system while attempting to save user data.
Reset your PC
How to remove all data and reinstall Windows.
Creating recovery media
Restoring from recovery media
Refresh your PC (with user’s data)
Reset your PC
Installing drivers and applications
Using the touch pad
Adjusting touch pad settings
Disabling or enabling the touch pad
Connecting an external device
Using external display devices
Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device
Connecting an external monitor or projector
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
Adjusting the quality of the external display
Customizing your computer’s settings
Caring for your computer
Cleaning the computer
Moving the computer
Using a computer lock
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
Computing tips
Using the keyboard
Function keys
Special Windows® keys
Touch screen
Mouse properties
Starting an app
Saving your work
Backing up your work
Using the optical disc drive
Optical disc drive components
Media control buttons
Inserting an optical disc
Playing optical media
Recording optical media
Removing a disc with the computer on
Removing a disc with the computer off
Toshiba’s online resources
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
Toshiba’s energy-saver design
Running the computer on battery power
Battery Notice
Power management
Charging batteries
Charging the RTC battery
Monitoring battery power
Determining remaining battery power
What to do when the main battery runs low
Setting battery notifications
Conserving battery power
Power Plans
Using the eco power plan
Changing the main battery
Removing the battery from the computer
Inserting a charged battery
Taking care of your battery
Safety precautions
Maintaining your battery
Disposing of used batteries
Traveling tips
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features
Exploring the Start screen
Charms
Tiles
Exploring the desktop
Finding your way around the desktop
Identifies standard desktop features like icons, taskbar, and notification area.
Icons
Taskbar
Notification area
Notifications
Windows® Store
Setting up for communications
Connect to the Internet
Connecting your computer to a network
Exploring audio features
Recording sounds
Using external speakers or headphones
Using the Web Camera
Using the Memory card reader
Inserting memory media
Removing memory media
Chapter 5: Utilities
Desktop Assist
Media & Entertainment
Tools & Utilities
Support & Recovery
eco Utility®
Password Utility
Setting a supervisor password
Steps to set a supervisor password to restrict access to certain functions.
Using a user password
Setting a user password
Steps to set a user password to prevent unauthorized starting of the computer.
System Settings
Function Key
Recovery Media Creator
Service Station
TOSHIBA Application Installer
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
Problems that are easy to fix
Problems when you turn on the computer
The AC power light is blinking
The Windows® operating system is not working
Using Startup options to fix problems
How to use startup options and the Boot menu to troubleshoot OS issues.
Refresh your computer
Reset your computer
Advanced options
Command Prompt
Startup Settings
Internet problems
The Windows® operating system can help you
Fixing a problem with Device Manager
Checking device properties
Steps to view device properties, including driver information and resources.
Memory problems
Power and the batteries
Keyboard problems
Display problems
The screen does not look correct
Disk or storage drive problems
Error-checking
How to run Error-checking to analyze and repair storage drive directories and files.
Optical disc drive problems
Sound system problems
Printer problems
Wireless networking problems
DVD operating problems
Develop good computing habits
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system
Saving system configuration with restore points
Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows® operating system
General tips for installing hardware and software
If you need further assistance
Toshiba’s Technical Support Web site
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites
Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys
Functions
Lists the system functions that TOSHIBA Function keys can set or modify.
Help file
Display brightness
Output (Display switch)
Disabling or enabling the touch pad
Media buttons
Volume Mute
Disabling or enabling wireless devices
Keyboard Function keys
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Glossary
Acronyms
Lists common acronyms found in the user guide with their meanings.

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