Toshiba Nb305 Manual

User’s Manual3-7
Getting Started
Starting up for the first time
The Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen will be the first screen displayed 
when you turn on the power. Follow the on-screen instructions on each 
screen in order to properly install the operating system.
Turning off the power
The power can be turned off in one of three modes, either Shut Down 
Mode, Hibernation Mode or Standby Mode.
Shut Down Mode
When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode no data will be saved and 
the computer will...

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Getting Started
Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the hard 
disk drive when the computer is turned off so that, the next time it is turned 
on, the previous state is restored. Please note that the Hibernation Mode 
feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the 
computer.
Benefits of Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits:
■Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer...

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Getting Started
Automatic Hibernation Mode
The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically. 
In order to define these settings, you can follow the steps as described 
below:
1. Open Power Options in Control Panel. (Click Start, click Control 
Panel, click Performance and Maintenance, and then click Power 
Options.)
2. Click the Hibernate tab, select the Enable hibernate support check 
box, and then click Apply.
3. Click the Power Schemes tab, and then select a time...

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Getting Started
Benefits of Standby Mode
The Standby Mode feature provides the following benefits:
■Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does the 
Hibernation Mode feature.
■Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives 
no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System 
Standby Mode feature.
■Allows the use of the panel power off feature.
Executing Standby Mode
You can enter Standby Mode in one of three ways:
1. Click Windows...

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Standby Mode limitations
Standby Mode will not function under the following conditions:
■Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.
■Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.
Restarting the computer
Certain conditions require that you reset the computer, for example if:
■You change certain computer settings.
■An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard 
commands.
If you need to restart the computer, there...

User’s Manual3-12
Getting Started
Creating Recovery Media
A recovery image of the software on your computer is stored on the hard 
disk drive, and can be copied to either DVD or USB Flash Memory by using 
the following steps:
1. Select either blank DVD or USB Flash Memory.
2. The application will allow you to choose from a variety of different media 
onto which the recovery image can be copied including DVD-R, DVD-R 
DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW and USB Flash Memory.
3. Turn on your computer to...

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Getting Started
Restoring the preinstalled software from the recovery HDD
A portion of the total hard disk drive space is configured as a hidden 
recovery partition. This partition stores files which can be used to restore 
preinstalled software in the event of a problem.
When re-setting up your hard disk, do not change, delete or add partition in 
a manner other than specified in the manual. Otherwise, space for software 
may be destroyed.
In addition, if you use a third-party...

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Getting Started
Ordering Recovery Discs from TOSHIBA*
You can order Product Recovery discs for your notebook from the 
TOSHIBA Europe Backup Media Online Shop. 
* Please note that this service is not free-of-charge. 
1. 1. Visit https://backupmedia.toshiba.eu on the Internet. 
2. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
You will receive your Recovery Discs within two weeks after placing your 
order. 

User’s Manual4-1
Operating Basics
Chapter 4
Operating Basics
This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, highlights 
the precautions that should be taken when using it.
Using the Touch Pad
To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the 
direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.
1. Touch Pad
2. Touch Pad control buttons
Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons
The two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a 
standard mouse - press the...

User’s Manual4-2
Operating Basics
USB Sleep and Charge function
Your computer can supply USB bus power (DC5V) to the USB port even 
when the power of the computer is turned OFF. Power OFF includes 
standby mode, hibernation mode or shutdown state. This function can only 
be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function 
(hereinafter called compatible ports). Compatible ports are USB ports that 
have the ( ) symbol icon. You can use the USB Sleep and Charge 
function to charge certain USB...