Toshiba Nb305 Manual

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Front with the display open
This section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order to 
open the display, lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable 
viewing angle for you.
* Appearance of the Keyboard may be different among models.
The front of the computer with display open 1. Microphone *6. Keyboard
2. Web Camera LED 5. Battery pack
3. Web Camera 7. Touch Pad
4. Display Screen 8. Touch Pad control buttons
5. Power Button 9. Wireless LAN antenna (Not shown)
Wireless WAN antenna (for some models)
(Not shown)
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MicrophoneA built-in microphone allows you to import and 
record sounds for your application - please refer 
to the Using the microphone section in 
Chapter 4, Operating Basics for more 
information.
Web Camera LEDThe Web Camera LED glows blue when the Web 
Camera is working.
Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to 
record video or take photographs with your 
computer. You can use it for video chatting or 
video conferences using a communication tool 
such as Windows Live Messenger. Camera 
Assistant Software will help you to add various 
video effects to your video or photograph.
Enables the transmission of video and use of 
video chat via the internet using specialized 
applications.
If the film is stuck, please remove the protective 
plastic-film before using the Web Camera.
Display screenPlease be aware that, when the computer is 
operating on the AC adaptor, the image 
displayed on the internal screen will be 
somewhat brighter than when it operates on 
battery power. This difference in brightness 
levels is intended to save power when operating 
on batteries. For more information on the 
computers display, please refer to the Display 
Controller section in Appendix B.
Power buttonPress this button to turn the computers power on 
and off. 
The power button is disabled while the display 
panel is closed.
Touch PadThe Touch Pad mouse control device located in 
the center of the palm rest is used to control the 
movement of the on-screen pointer. For more 
information, please refer to the Using the Touch 
Pad section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
Touch Pad control 
buttonsThe control buttons located below the Touch Pad 
allow you to select menu items or manipulate text 
and graphics as designated by the on-screen 
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Keyboard indicators
When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboard will produce capitals 
when any letter is typed.
1. CAPS LOCK indicator
Keypad indicators
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CAPS LOCKThis indicator glows green when letter keys are 
locked into their uppercase format. 
						

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AC adaptor
The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 
240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabling you to use 
this computer in almost any country/region. The adaptor converts AC 
power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer.
To recharge the battery, simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source 
and to the computer. Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up 
Modes for further information.
The AC adaptor (2-pin plug)
The AC adaptor (3-pin plug)
■Depending on the model in question, either a 2-pin or 3-pin 
adaptor/power lead will be bundled with the computer.
■Do not use a 3-pin to 2-pin conversion plug.
■The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in 
the region the product is bought and should not be used outside of this 
region. In order to use the adaptor/computer in other regions, you 
should please buy a power cord that conforms to the safety rules and 
regulations in that particular region.
Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your 
computer, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of 
fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor 
could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious 
injury.  
						

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Chapter 3
Getting Started
This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer. It 
covers the following topics:
■Connecting the AC adaptor
■Opening the display
■Turning on the power
■Starting up for the first time
■Turning off the power
■Restarting the computer
■System Recovery Options
■Creating Recovery Media
■Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive
■Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery Media
■All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first 
time.
■Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and 
Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer. It 
is intended to help you be more comfortable and productive while 
using a notebook computer. By following the recommendations in it 
you may reduce your chance of developing a painful or disabling injury 
to your hand, arms, shoulders or neck.
■Use a anti-virus software and make sure it is updated regularly.
■Never format storage media without checking its content - formatting 
destroys all stored data.
■It is a good idea to periodically back up the internal hard disk drive or 
other main storage device to external media. General storage media is 
not durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain 
conditions may result in data loss.
■Before you install a device or application, save any data in memory to 
the hard disk drive or other storage media. Failure to do so may result 
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Connecting the AC adaptor
Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to 
operate from AC power. It is also the fastest way to get started, because 
the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from 
battery power.
The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 
to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz. For details on using the AC adaptor to 
charge the battery pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes.
■Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your 
computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk 
of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC 
adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting 
in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage 
caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.
■Never plug the AC adaptor into a power source that does not 
correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the 
regulatory label of the unit. Failure to do so could result in a fire or 
electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
■Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal 
voltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the country 
of use. Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock, possibly 
resulting in serious injury.
■The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in 
the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this 
region. For use in other regions, please buy power cords that conform 
to safety rules and regulations in the particular region.
■Do not use a 3-pin to 2-pin conversion plug.
■When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer, always follow the 
steps in the exact order as described in the User’s Manual. Connecting 
the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step 
otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical charge 
and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As 
a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts.
■Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface, 
furniture, or any other surface that could be marred by exposure to 
heat since the computer base and AC adaptors surface increase in 
temperature during normal use.
■Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface 
that is resistant to heat damage.
Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for 
detailed precautions and handling instructions. 
						

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1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.
Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug)
Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug)
2. Connect the AC adaptors DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the 
right side of the computer.
Connecting the adaptor to the computer
3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the Battery and DC IN 
indicators on the front of the computer should glow.
Either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/cord will be included with the computer 
depending on the model. 
						

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Opening the display
The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal 
viewing.
While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body of 
the computer is not raised, slowly lift the display panel - this will allow the 
angle of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity.
1. Display panel
Opening the display
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■When opening the panel, please be careful not to force it beyond the 
point where it moves easily.
■Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress 
on the display panel’s hinges and cause damage.
■Do not press or push on the display panel.
■Do not lift the computer by the display panel.
■Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in 
between the display panel and the keyboard.
■When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the 
palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to 
slowly open or close the display panel (Do not use excessive force 
when opening or closing the display panel). 
						

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Turning on the power
This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will 
then indicate the status. Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition 
section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes for more information.
1. Open the computers display panel.
2. Press the computers power button.
1. Power button
Turning on the power
■After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you 
have set up the operating system. Please refer to the section Starting 
up for the first time for more information.
■The power button is disabled while the display panel is closed.
■Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows Setup.
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