Toshiba Nb305 Manual

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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 boot to the operating systems main screen the next time 
it is turned on.
1. If you have entered data, either save it to the hard disk drive or to other 
storage media.
2. Click Start button, then click Turn Off Computer. From Tu r n  O f f  
Computer menu select Tu r n  O f f.
3. Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer.
When it is displayed, be sure to read the Software License Terms 
carefully.
■Make sure the Hard Disk Drive indicator is off. 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.
Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately - wait 
a short period to avoid any potential damage. 
						

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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 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 the System 
Hibernate feature.
■Allows the use of the panel power off feature.
Starting Hibernation Mode
To enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below.
1. Click Start.
2. Select Turn Off Computer.
3. Open the Turn Off Computer dialog box.
4. Select Hibernate.
■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. Wait for the Hard Disk Drive 
indicator to go out.
■Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in 
Hibernation Mode. Data will be lost.
You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing FN+F4 - please refer 
to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for further details. 
						

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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 period in System 
hibernates. Your computer hibernates after it has been idle for the 
specified amount of time.
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. During 
this time, the Hard Disk Drive indicator will glow.
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.
Standby Mode
In Standby mode the power remains on, but the CPU and all other devices 
are in standby mode.
Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment 
to let all capacitors fully discharge.
Turning Off Your Computer where Electronic Devices are Regulated or 
Controlled.
When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places 
where electronic devices are regulated or controlled, always shut down 
the computer completely or put the computer into Hibernation mode 
instead of allowing it to go into Standby mode, disable wireless 
communication, and turn off any wireless communication devices, while in 
Standby mode, the computer operating system may reactivate itself to run 
pre-programmed tasks or to preserve unsaved data, and might interfere 
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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 Start button, click Turn Off Computer, and then click 
Stand By. This feature must be enabled.
2. Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled.
3. Press the power button. This feature must be enabled.
When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when 
you shut down the computer. 
■Before entering Standby Mode, be sure to save your data.
■Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in 
Standby Mode. The computer or the memory module could be 
damaged.
■Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode 
(unless the computer is connected to an AC power source). Data in 
memory could be lost.
■To enable or disable wireless communication, use the Hot Key 
FN+F8. For more information see the Hot keys section in Chapter 5. 
■You can disable Wireless communication in BIOS Setup or HW Setup. 
After disabling the wireless communication, confirm the Wireless 
communication indicator is turned off. If the Wireless communication 
indicator is turned on, the wireless communication is enabled and 
radio waves from the computer may affect electronic devices. For 
details of BIOS Setup and HW Setup, please refer to Chapter 7.
You can also enable Standby Mode by pressing FN+F3 - please refer to 
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for further details.
■When the computer is in Standby Mode, the Power indicator will blink 
amber.
■If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen 
the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode - 
Standby Mode will consume more power while the computer is off. 
						

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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 are two ways this can be achieved:
1. Click Start then click Turn Off Computer. From the Turn Off Computer 
menu select Restart.
2. Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Wait ten to 
fifteen seconds, then turn on the power again by pressing the power 
button.
System Recovery Options
A hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the System 
Recovery Options.
This partition stores files which can be used to repair the system in the 
event of a problem.
The System Recovery Options feature will be unusable if this partition is 
deleted.
You can use TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator when you connect External 
ODD. 
						

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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 open Windows XP.
4. Insert the media.
Insert the first blank DVD into the optical disc drive tray, or
Insert the blank USB Flash Memory into one available USB port.
5. Double click the Recovery Media Creator icon on the Windows XP 
desktop, or select the application from Start menu.
6. After Recovery Media Creator starts, select the type of media and the 
title you wish to copy to the media then click the Create.
■Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Media.
■Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery 
Media Creator.
■Do not run software such as screen savers which can put a heavy load 
on the CPU.
■Operate the computer at full power.
■Do not use power-saving features.
■Do not write to the media when the anti-virus software is running. Wait 
for it to finish, then disable virus detection programs including any 
software that checks files automatically in the background.
■Do not use utilities, including those intended to enhance hard disk 
drive access speed. They may cause unstable operation and damage 
data.
■Do not shut down/log off or Standby/Hibernate while writing or 
rewriting the disc.
■Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subjected to 
vibrations such as airplanes, trains, or cars. 
■Do not use on unstable tables or other any other unstable surfaces.
■You can use DVD media when you connect the external ODD.
■Please note that some of the above media may not be compatible with 
the optical disc drive installed into your computer. You should therefore 
verify the optical disc drive supports the blank media you have chosen 
before proceeding.
■USB Flash Memory will be formatted and all the data in the USB Flash 
Memory will be lost when proceeding. 
						

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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 partitioning program to reconfigure 
partitions on your hard disk, it may become impossible to re-setup your 
computer.
You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the preinstalled 
software without System Recovery Options.
1. Turn off your computer.
2. While holding down 0 (zero) key on the keyboard, turn on your com-
puter.
3. A menu appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Restoring the preinstalled software from your creating recovery 
media
If preinstalled files are damaged, use the your creating Recovery Media or 
using HDD Recovery to restore them. To restore the operating system and 
all preinstalled software, follow the steps below.
1. Load the Recovery Media in the optical disc drive or USB port and turn 
off the computers power.
2. Turn on the power. When 
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appears, press the F12 key.
3. Use the up or down cursor key to select either optical disc drive or 
USB Flash Memory in the display menu. 
4. A menu appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.
When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be 
reformatted and all data will be lost.
■When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the 
FN+ESC key, be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard 
before starting the restore process. Please refer to Chapter 5, The 
Keyboard, for further details.
■When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will 
be reformatted and all data will be lost.
When removing pre-installed drivers/utilities or when installing, you can 
setup the respective drivers/utilities from Applications and Drivers on 
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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. 
						

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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 left button to select a menu item or to 
manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer, and press the right 
button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you 
are using.
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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 compatible external devices such as mobile 
phones or portable digital music players.
However, the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain 
external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification. In 
those cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device.
You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the 
left button on a standard mouse.
Click: Tap once
Double-click: Ta p  t w i c e
Drag and drop: Tap to select the item(s) you want to 
move, leave your finger on the Touch 
Pad after the second tap and then 
move the item(s) to their new 
destination.
Scroll: Vertical: Move your finger up or down 
the right edge of the TouchPad.
Horizontal: Move your finger left or 
right along the bottom edge of the 
TouchPad.