Toshiba Satellite C55-a Owners Manual

							Use a virus-check program 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 isnot durable or stable over long periods of time and under certainconditions 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 in the loss of data.
Connecting the AC adaptor
Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want tooperate 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 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.
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 notcorrespond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the regulatory label of the unit. Failure to do so could result in a fire orelectric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legalvoltage 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 computer 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.
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							When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer, always follow the
steps in the exact order as described in this 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 adaptor's surface increase intemperature 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.
1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor. Figure 2-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug)
Figure 2-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug)
Either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/cord will be included with the computer
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							2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack onyour computer. Figure 2-3 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer1. DC IN 19V jack2. DC output plug
3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the  DC IN/Battery indicator
should glow.
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.
Figure 2-4 Opening the display panel
1. Display panelUse reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel. Opening
it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer.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.
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							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).
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  Power Condition Descriptions
section for more information.
After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you
have set up the operating system.
Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows Setup.
1. Open the display panel.
2. Press the computer's power button.
Figure 2-5 Turning on the power
1. Power button
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Initial setup The Windows 8 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.
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							When it is displayed, be sure to read the License Terms carefully.
Getting to know Windows
For detailed information on what is new and how to operate Windows 8,please refer to the Windows Help and Support.
Start screen
The Start screen is the launching pad for everything you can do in the
Windows operating system, providing new and easy ways to access
everything from your favorite apps and Web sites to your contacts and
other important information.
From the Start screen, you can just start typing to search for what you
want. From there, you can easily switch between results for apps, files, and
more.
Charms
Use the Windows Charms to start apps, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
By pointing the mouse pointer to the upper or lower right corner of your
screen, you will find a list of charms:  Search, Share , Start , Devices  and
Settings .
SearchThis Charm allows you to locate items on your
computer. It can help you find apps, documents,
photos, and your favorite music.ShareThis Charm allows you to share music and
photos with your favorite social Web sites.StartThis Charm takes you to the Start screen or, if
already on the Start screen, returns you to your last app.DevicesThis Charm allows you to manage your hardware
devices.SettingsThis Charm allows you to manage your system
settings.
Tiles
Tiles can be accessed and launched from the Start screen.
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							Typical Start screen tiles are the Desktop tile and Mail tile, as well as tilesrepresenting all other applications downloaded to your system.
Windows Store
Although many applications will be pre-installed or built-in to your
computer, you will also have the ability to download many other
applications at the click of your mouse.
In the Windows Store you can search for and browse thousands of apps, all grouped into easy to find categories.
Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of the following modes, either ShutDown Mode, Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode.
Shut Down Mode When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode, no data will be savedand the computer will boot to the operating system's main screen the nexttime it is turned on.
1. If you have entered data, either save it to the Hard Disk Drive or to other storage media.
2. Make sure all disk/disc activity has stopped before removing the disk/ disc.
If you turn off the power while a disk (disc) is being accessed, you may
lose data or damage the disk.
Never turn off the power while an application is running. Doing so could cause loss of data.
Never turn off the power, disconnect an external storage device or
remove storage media during data read/write. Doing so can cause
data loss.
3. Click the  Settings
 charm.
4. Click  Power and then select  Shut down.
5. Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer.
Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately - wait
a short period to avoid any potential damage.
Restarting the computer
Certain conditions require that you reset the computer, for example if:
You change certain computer settings.
If you need to restart the computer, there are two ways this can be
achieved:
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							In the Settings  charm, click  Power and then select  Restart.
Press CTRL, ALT  and  DEL  simultaneously (once) to display the menu
window, and then select  Restart by clicking the power icon (
) in the
lower-right corner.
Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you are able to turn off the power withoutexiting from your software by placing the computer into Sleep Mode. In this mode data is maintained in the computer's main memory so that when you
turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off.
When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled, always completelyshut down the computer. This includes turning off any wireless
communication functionalities, and cancelling settings that reactivate the computer automatically, such as a timer recording function. Failure tocompletely shut down the computer in this way could allow the operating
system to reactivate and run pre-programmed tasks or preserve unsaved
data, which could interfere with aviation or other systems, possibly causing serious injury.Before entering Sleep Mode, be sure to save your data.
Do not switch to Sleep Mode while transferring data to external media,
such as USB devices, memory media or other external memory
devices. Data will be lost.
Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in
Sleep Mode. The computer or the memory module could be damaged.
Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode
(unless the computer is connected to an AC power source). Data in
memory could be lost.
When the AC adaptor is connected, the computer will go into Sleep
Mode according to the settings in the Power Options (to access it,
click  Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> System and 
Security -> Power Options ).
To restore the operation of the computer from Sleep Mode, press and
hold the power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amount
of time. Please note that keyboard keys can only be used if the Wake- up on Keyboard option is enabled within the TOSHIBA SystemSettings.
If the computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is
active, the application might not be restored when the computer is
next turned on and the system returns from Sleep Mode.
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							To prevent the computer from automatically entering Sleep Mode,
disable Sleep Mode within the Power Options.
To use the Hybrid Sleep function, configure it in the Power Options.
Benefits of Sleep Mode
The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits:
Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than the Hibernation Mode feature.
Saves power by shutting down the system when the computerreceives no input or hardware access for the time period set by theSystem Sleep Mode feature.
Allows the use of the panel power off feature.
Executing Sleep Mode
You can enter Sleep Mode in one of three ways:
In the  Settings  charm, click  Power and then select  Sleep.
Close the display panel. Please note that this feature must be enabled
within the Power Options.
Press the power button. Please note that this feature must be enabled
within the Power Options.
When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left off
when you shut down the computer.
When the computer is in Sleep Mode, the Power indicator will blink
white.
If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode -
Sleep Mode will consume more power while the computer is off.
Sleep Mode limitations
Sleep 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.
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 thecomputer.
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							Save your data. While entering Hibernation Mode, the computer saves
the contents of memory to the Hard Disk Drive. However, for safety
sake, it is best to save your data manually.
Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC
adaptor before the save is completed.
Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in
Hibernation Mode. Data will be lost.
Do not switch to Hibernation Mode while transferring data to external media, such as USB devices, memory media or other externalmemory devices, as data will be lost.
Benefits of Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits:
Saves data to the Hard Disk Drive when the computer automatically
shuts down because of a low battery condition.
You can return to your previous working environment immediately
when you turn on the computer.
Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by theSystem Hibernate feature.
Allows the use of the panel power off feature.
Starting Hibernation Mode
To enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below.
1. Click the  Settings charm.
2. Click  Power and then select  Hibernate.
In order to show  Hibernate in Power menu, you need to setup according to
the following steps:
1. Click  Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> System and 
Security -> Power Options .
2. Click  Choose what the power button does  or Choose what closing 
the lid does .
3. Click  Change settings that are currently unavailable .
4. Select the  Hibernate check box from Shutdown settings.
5. Click the  Save changes  button.
Automatic Hibernation Mode
The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically
when you press the power button or close the lid. In order to define these
settings, you can follow the steps as described below:
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							1. Click Power Options  and then click Choose what the power button 
does  or Choose what closing the lid does .
2. Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for  When I press the 
power button  and When I close the lid .
3. Click the  Save changes  button.
Data save in Hibernation Mode
When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode, the computer will take a
moment to save the current data in memory to the Hard Disk Drive.
After you turn off the computer, and the content of memory has been saved to the Hard Disk Drive, turn off the power to any peripheral devices.
Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment
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