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    							71Learning the Basics
    Saving your work
    Saving your work
    Before you turn off the computer using the Shut down 
    command, save your work on the internal storage drive, 
    external media, flash media, or optical disc. This is one of 
    the most important rules of computing.
    Many applications offer a feature that saves documents at 
    regular intervals. Check your program’s documentation to 
    see if it has an automatic save feature.
    Backing up your work
    Back up all the files you create in case something happens 
    to your computer. You can back up your files to different 
    types of media such as CDs, DVDs, external storage media, 
    or to a network, if available.
    To back up several files at one time, use the Microsoft
    ® 
    Windows® file recovery program preinstalled on the 
    computer’s internal storage drive. Also see “Backing up your 
    data or your entire computer with the Windows® operating 
    system” on page 138.
    HINT: Backing up all the files on your internal storage 
    drive may take a considerable amount of time and 
    multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-
    capacity file recovery system, such as an external hard 
    drive.
    Using the optical disc drive
    (Available on certain models.)
    Optical storage is a popular medium for software, music, 
    and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant 
    increase in data storage and support features that were not 
    available on previous video platforms. These features 
    include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital 
    surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive 
    menus. 
    						
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    Using the optical disc drive
    TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical disc drive is set to play 
    region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. A DVD disc of a 
    region other than the above mentioned cannot be played 
    unless you manually change it in the Properties setting of 
    the optical disc drive. The drive will allow you to change 
    regions four times. On the fourth change, the region will 
    be “locked in.” That is, the drive will only play DVDs from 
    that last region. Note that changing from region 1 to 
    region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes. 
    For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that 
    you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power.
    When viewing DVD movies use the DVD Player software 
    that came with your computer.
    Optical disc drive components
    The optical disc drive is located on the side of the computer. 
    Your optical disc drive may look like this:
     (Sample Illustration) Optical disc drive
    Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the drive is in 
    use. 
    Eject button—Press to release the disc tray. 
    Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer 
    while the drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so 
    could damage the disc or the drive. 
    When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the 
    lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive 
    to malfunction.
    NOTE
    NOTE
    Drive in-use indicator light
    Eject button
    Manual eject hole 
    						
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    Using the optical disc drive
    Manual eject hole—Use if you need to release the disc 
    tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or 
    other narrow object to press the manual eject button located 
    inside the hole.
    Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. 
    Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and 
    damage it.
    Media control buttons
    The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow 
    you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies 
    when the computer is on.
     (Sample Illustration) Media control buttons
    The Previous track button allows you to restart playing the 
    current track or go to the previous track.
    The 
    Play/pause button allows you to start playing or pause 
    the media currently playing
    The 
    Next track button allows you to go to the next track.
    The 
    Volume decrease button allows you to decrease the 
    volume.
    The 
    Volume increase button allows you to increase the 
    volume.
    The 
    Mute button allows you to enable/disable volume mute.
    Inserting an optical disc 
    To insert an optical disc into the drive:
    1Make sure the computer is turned on.
    2Make sure the drive’s in-use indicator light is off.
    3Press the drive’s eject button.
    Mute button  Previous track Next track
    Play/pause button
    button
    Volume decrease button
    Volume increase 
    buttonbutton 
    						
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    Using the optical disc drive
    4Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of 
    dust.
    If the disc is dusty, clean it.
    5Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up, 
    and gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it 
    clicks into place.
    Handle DVDs and CDs carefully, making contact only 
    with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface 
    of the disc. Do not stack discs. If you incorrectly handle 
    the discs, you could lose data.
    6Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of 
    the tray until it clicks into place.
    If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If 
    this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance.
    Playing optical media
    If you insert an optical disc into the optical disc drive and the 
    Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try 
    launching the optical disc manually. To do this, follow these 
    steps:
    1Press the ( ) + 
    E keys.
    2Double-click or touch the optical disc drive icon.
    The drive will run the optical disc.
    If your disc does not run using this method, try using an 
    application that is associated with the media on the disc. For 
    example, if it is a music CD, open Windows Media
    ® Player 
    and use it to select and then play the CD. For other types of 
    media, use the associated software to open the files on the 
    disc.
    Recording optical media
    Depending on the configuration, your computer may come 
    with an optical disc drive that allows you to:
    ❖Play pre-recorded and recorded optical media.
    ❖Read/write data and multi-media files to recordable 
    optical media. 
    						
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    Using the optical disc drive
    For more information regarding supported optical media 
    formats please refer to your computer’s detailed 
    specifications at support.toshiba.com.
    Due to manufacturing and quality variations in third party 
    optical media (e.g., CD or DVD) or optical media 
    players/recorders, in certain cases, your Toshiba optical 
    disc drive may not record on certain optical media that 
    bear the applicable logo, or play back optical media 
    recorded by other computers or optical media recorders. 
    Additionally, certain optical media recorded on your 
    optical disc drive may not play back or operate properly 
    on other computers or optical media players. These 
    problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba 
    computer or optical disc drive. Please refer to your 
    computer's product specification for listing of specific 
    format compatibilities.
    Copy protection technology may also prevent or limit 
    recording or viewing of certain optical media.
    For details on how to use the software, please refer to the 
    respective Online Help menus.
    Removing a disc with the computer on
    To remove an optical disc with the computer turned on:
    1Press the eject button on the drive.
    Do not press the eject button while the drive in-use 
    indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the 
    disc or the drive. 
    Also, if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc 
    tray, wait for it to stop spinning before you remove it. 
    2Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and 
    place it in its protective cover.
    3Gently press the tray in to close it.
    NOTE 
    						
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    Toshiba’s online resources
    Removing a disc with the computer off
    To remove a disc with the computer turned off:
    1Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper 
    clip, into the manual eject hole. 
    The disc tray slides partially out of the drive.
    Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. 
    Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and 
    damage it.
    2Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and 
    place it in its protective cover.
    3Gently press the tray in to close it.
    Toshiba’s online resources
    Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can 
    connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba 
    products, give help with technical questions and keep you 
    up to date with future upgrades. For more information, see 
    “Contacting Toshiba” on page 141.  
    						
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    Chapter 3
    Mobile Computing
    This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while 
    traveling.
    Toshiba’s energy-saver design
    Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it 
    is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving 
    money in the process. It has a number of other features that 
    enhance its energy efficiency.
    Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by 
    Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, 
    allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy 
    efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while 
    traveling.
    Running the computer on battery power
    The computer contains a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that 
    provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You 
    can recharge it many times.  
    						
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    Running the computer on battery power
    Battery Notice
    Battery life rating is for comparison purposes only, and does 
    not indicate the battery life that will be obtained by any 
    individual user. Actual battery life may vary considerably 
    from specifications depending on product model, 
    configuration, applications, power management settings and 
    features utilized, as well as the natural performance 
    variations produced by the design of individual components. 
    The battery life rating is only achieved on the select models 
    and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test 
    settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a 
    system’s battery life under any conditions other than the 
    specific test settings. 
    Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not 
    charge while the computer is consuming full power. After a 
    period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at 
    maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is 
    normal for all batteries.
    To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, 
    operate the computer on battery power at least once a 
    month. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so it is 
    not necessary to let the battery fully discharge each time. 
    However, for better accuracy of the battery meter, it is helpful 
    to fully discharge the battery periodically. Please see 
    “Maintaining your battery” on page 90 for procedures. If the 
    computer is continuously operated on AC power, either 
    through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to 
    your system), for an extended period (more than a month), 
    the battery may fail to retain a charge. This may shorten the 
    life of the battery, and may cause the battery meter to be 
    inaccurate.
    For best performance when playing streaming media 
    (especially streaming video), either power the computer 
    from its AC adaptor, or set up a power plan that keeps 
    the computer running at full performance even when 
    powered from its battery. For more information about 
    Windows® power plans, see “Power Plans” on page 84.
    NOTE 
    						
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    Charging batteries
    Power management
    Your computer ships with the power management options 
    preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable 
    operating environment and optimum system performance for 
    both AC power and battery modes.
    Changes to these settings may result in system 
    performance or stability issues. Users who are not 
    completely familiar with the power management 
    component of the system should use the preset 
    configuration. For assistance with setup changes, 
    contact Toshiba’s Customer Support Center.
    Charging batteries
    The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to 
    power the computer.
    Always use the AC adaptor specified by Toshiba. You 
    can order a Toshiba AC adaptor from Toshiba’s Web site 
    at accessories.toshiba.com.
    Battery charge time may vary depending on the 
    applications, power management settings, and features 
    used.
    Charging the main battery
    The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to 
    power the computer.
    To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live 
    electrical outlet. The battery charges whether the computer 
    is on or off.
    TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery may 
    not occur when your computer is using all of the power 
    provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, 
    features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options 
    utility can be used to select a power level setting that 
    reduces the power required for system operation and 
    will allow the battery to recharge.
    NOTE 
    						
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    Monitoring battery power
    The battery may not start charging immediately under the 
    following conditions:
    ❖The battery is extremely hot or cold. 
    To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, 
    wait until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees 
    Fahrenheit, 10 to 26 degrees Celsius).
    ❖The battery is almost completely discharged. 
    Leave the power connected and the battery should 
    begin charging after a few minutes.
    HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend 
    that you periodically operate your computer on battery 
    power until the battery discharges completely.
    Please make a complete back up of your data to external 
    media before discharging the battery. For more 
    information, see “Backing up your work” on page 71
    Monitoring battery power
    To locate your system indicator lights, please refer to your 
    Quick Start document.
    The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of 
    the main battery’s current charge. 
    ❖Glows amber while the main battery is being charged 
    (AC adaptor connected)
    ❖Glows white when the main battery is fully charged
    Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon 
    power management settings, applications and features 
    used.
    ❖Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and 
    it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC 
    adaptor
    NOTE
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