Toshiba 1955-S801 User Manual
Toshiba 1955-S801 User Manual

Toshiba 1955-S801 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ InTouch Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see guide. TOSHIBA 1955 Series ® ® Center Chapter 9 page 203 in this...
  • Page 2 If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE.
  • Page 3: Fcc Notice

    : Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's serial port, parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2™...
  • Page 4: Type Of Service

    Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
  • Page 5: If Problems Arise

    FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba.
  • Page 6: Wireless Interoperability

    USOC RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖...
  • Page 7: Wireless Lan And Your Health

    Regulatory Information The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.
  • Page 8: Interference Statement

    Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
  • Page 9 ❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba.
  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    those products for additional information. No other transmitter may be co- located with this device except FCC ID# CJ6PA3070WL or CJ6PA3171WL. CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW safety instructions The CD-ROM,DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference.
  • Page 11 This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
  • Page 12 Trademarks Satellite, Noteworthy, SelectServ, and InTouch are registered trademarks, SecureSleep, and FreedomWare are trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, DirectX, and DirectShow are registered trademarks, and Media Player is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ...23 This guide ... 23 Safety icons ... 24 Other icons used... 25 Other documentation ... 25 Service options ... 26 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ... 27 Making sure you have everything ... 27 Front with the display closed ... 28 Back ...
  • Page 14 Keeping yourself comfortable ... 40 Precautions... 43 Setting up your computer ... 45 Setting up your software... 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ... 46 Adding external devices ... 47 Connecting the AC adapter... 48 Charging the battery ... 50 Using the computer for the first time ...
  • Page 15 Caring for your computer... 68 Cleaning the computer ... 68 Moving the computer... 68 Using a computer lock ... 69 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics... 71 Computing tips ... 71 Using the keyboard ... 72 Character keys ... 73 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ... 73 Function keys...
  • Page 16 Shutting down more quickly ... 100 Starting again after Turn Off or Shut Down ... 102 Using Hibernation ... 102 Using Standby ... 104 Going into Standby mode more quickly ... 105 Toshiba’s online resources... 106 ® port ... 96...
  • Page 17 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ... 107 Toshiba’s energy-saver design ... 107 Running the computer on battery power ... 107 Battery Notice ... 108 Using additional batteries ... 108 Battery safety precautions... 108 Charging batteries... 109 Charging the main battery... 109 Charging the RTC battery...
  • Page 18 Contents Lesson 4: Creating a new document ... 129 Lesson 5: Creating a new folder... 131 Lesson 6: Starting programs ... 132 Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows ... 134 Using the taskbar ... 135 Minimizing and maximizing windows ... 135 Resizing and moving windows...
  • Page 19 Using your computer at the office... 158 Setting up for communications... 158 Connecting the modem to a telephone line ... 160 Connecting your computer to a network ... 160 Setting up a wireless connection ... 161 Accessing the wireless modules using your system tray ...
  • Page 20 Contents Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities ... 175 Power Management ... 176 Chapter 8: WinDVD ... 179 Playing DVDs ... 179 Using the WinDVD toolbar ... 181 Using the WinDVD status bar ... 181 Using the WinDVD control panel... 182 Using the control panel playback buttons ... 183 Maximizing the video window ...
  • Page 21 Develop good computing habits ... 233 If you need further assistance... 235 Before you call ... 235 Contacting Toshiba ... 235 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ... 237 Toshiba’s worldwide offices ... 238 ® operating system is not working 206 ®...
  • Page 22 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys ... 241 Volume Mute... 241 Instant password security... 242 Without a password ... 242 With a password ... 242 Power usage mode ... 243 Stand By mode ... 244 Hibernation mode ... 244 Display modes ... 245 Display brightness ...
  • Page 23: Introduction

    Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you wherever you go. You will find that your Microsoft system is already installed on your computer. It offers exciting features and easy Internet access.
  • Page 24: Safety Icons

    Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows: DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is...
  • Page 25: Other Icons Used

    Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer for additional programs on your Recovery CDs. ❖ Toshiba accessories information, which lists accessories available from Toshiba and explains how to order them. ❖ The Microsoft which explains the features of the operating system. Other documentation ®...
  • Page 26: Service Options

    Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its ® SelectServ warranty programs. For more information, visit Toshiba’s Web site at If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Something Goes Wrong” on page Toshiba.com.
  • Page 27: Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

    Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a “grand tour” of the exterior features of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate parts of the computer. Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you received everything.
  • Page 28: Front With The Display Closed

    Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed Wireless mouse button The wireless mouse activation button turns on the wireless mouse. The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. To open the display panel, slide the display latch to the right and raise the panel.
  • Page 29 The LAN port enables you to connect the computer to a local Ether area network using a 10/100 Ethernet link. The modem port enables you use a RJ11 telephone cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line. For more information, see ®...
  • Page 30: Right Side

    Finding Your Way Around Right side Right side Microphone in jack Volume control dial Headphone jack The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices, such as external speakers. Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers.
  • Page 31: Left Side

    The manual eject button enables you to open the drive tray when the computer is off. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip. Left side Keyboard release Cooling vents...
  • Page 32: Front With The Display Open

    Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The PC Card eject buttons release PC Cards from the corresponding slots. Front with the display open Power button Speaker Wireless keyboard on/off switch Function keys TouchPad Primary control button Secondary control button The power button turns the computer on and off.
  • Page 33 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The TouchPad enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. The Primary control button next to the TouchPad acts like the primary button on a mouse. The Secondary control button next to the TouchPad acts like the secondary button on a mouse.
  • Page 34: Keyboard Indicator Panel

    Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Keyboard indicator panel Cursor control mode light Numeric mode light Caps lock light The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key.
  • Page 35: System Indicator Panel

    Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open System indicator panel AC power light On/off light Wireless Battery light indicator light Hard disk drive light Disc/disk activity light The system indicator lights are under a tinted panel and are visible only when the feature they represent is either on, or both on and active.
  • Page 36: Cd/Dvd Control Buttons

    Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The disc/disk activity light flashes green when the diskette drive, the DVD-ROM or the DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is being accessed. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so could damage the media in use and result in loss of data.
  • Page 37 Press and hold the mode button for a few seconds, until the CD mode indicator lights to show that the CD control buttons on the front panel are now functional. The previous track button returns the disc player to the preceding track on the disc.
  • Page 38: Underside

    Finding Your Way Around Underside Underside Expansion memory slot cover Battery release latch Battery pack The expansion memory cover protects the slots where you insert additional memory. See (optional)” on page 57 The cooling vent helps keep your computer at an optimum temperature.
  • Page 39: Chapter 2: Getting Started

    Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations.
  • Page 40: Keeping Yourself Comfortable

    AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba authorized service provider. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers.
  • Page 41 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be no higher than eye level. ❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the screen. Seating and posture When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly.
  • Page 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores. ❖...
  • Page 43: Precautions

    Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency. ❖...
  • Page 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is being used. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation.
  • Page 45: Setting Up Your Computer

    NOTE: To register online, your computer’s modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. A window will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. Setting up your computer “Connecting the AC adapter” on page Getting Started...
  • Page 46: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba

    Setting up your computer Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. NOTE: If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop. Enter your personal information in the registration window.
  • Page 47: Adding External Devices

    Adding external devices NOTE: Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software first. See page Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory (see (optional)” on page ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see keyboard”...
  • Page 48: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries. The AC power light on the computer glows when the device is plugged in.
  • Page 49 Doing so can cause an electric shock. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet.
  • Page 50: Charging The Battery

    Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you must charge it. Connect the computer to a live power outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. The on/off light glows green and the battery light glows amber to show that it is charging.
  • Page 51: Using The Computer For The First Time

    Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel Opening the display panel CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, don’t force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Never lift or move the computer using the display panel.
  • Page 52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time, don’t turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. The AC power light glows when the computer is connected to an external power source.
  • Page 53: Using The Touchpad

    Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you’d like to move the cursor: ❖...
  • Page 54: Disabling Or Enabling The Touchpad

    Getting Started Using the computer for the first time left one and corresponds to the left mouse button. To double- click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The function of the secondary button depends on the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button.
  • Page 55: Using The Wireless Mouse

    Using the wireless mouse The wireless mouse, combined with the wireless keyboard, gives you extra mobility when using your computer. You can move the mouse and keyboard several feet from your system. This allows you to perform normal mouse and keyboard functions without the restrictions of a wired mouse and keyboard.
  • Page 56 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Activating the mouse When you turn your computer on, the wireless mouse turns on automatically. If the mouse does not turn on, press the left button on the front of your computer. Wireless mouse activation button If the above method does not turn on the mouse, press the reset button on the bottom of the mouse.
  • Page 57: Setting Up Other Devices

    Setting up other devices Installing additional memory (optional) Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. Your computer is equipped with two memory slots, which are available for you to add additional memory modules of either 128, 256, and 512 MB capacity.
  • Page 58 Getting Started Setting up other devices Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover to the empty memory slots. Base of the computer Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the four screws that secure the memory slot cover, and then remove the memory slot cover.
  • Page 59 CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).
  • Page 60 Getting Started Setting up other devices Replace the memory slot cover. Replace the screws and tighten them. Replace the battery. Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then click Control Panel.
  • Page 61: Using An External Keyboard

    Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer provided that the keyboard is USB- compatible. To connect a keyboard, attach its cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. Connecting a printer NOTE: Read the documentation that came with your printer.
  • Page 62: Setting Up A Printer

    Getting Started Connecting a printer You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USB- compatible, check its documentation. To achieve the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, which may come with your printer. You can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.
  • Page 63 Sample Printers and Faxes window Click Add a Printer. The Add Printer Wizard window appears. Sample Add Printer Wizard Getting Started Connecting a printer...
  • Page 64: Connecting A Usb Printer

    Getting Started Connecting a printer Follow the instructions. HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the printer name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference between other printers. Connecting a USB printer To achieve the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, which may come with your printer.
  • Page 65: Using External Display Devices

    Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: Turn off the computer. Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the rear of the computer.
  • Page 66: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display

    Getting Started Using external display devices Release the NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties box in the Control Panel. Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your external display device, you may need to adjust the video settings.
  • Page 67: Turning Off The Computer

    Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery.
  • Page 68: Caring For Your Computer

    Cleaning the computer To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings.
  • Page 69: Using A Computer Lock

    Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or through Toshiba’s Web site at toshibaaccessories.com. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk.
  • Page 70 Getting Started Caring for your computer Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot located on the right side of the computer, then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it. The computer is now securely locked to deter theft. Locking the computer...
  • Page 71: Chapter 3: Learning The Basics

    Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working.
  • Page 72: Using The Keyboard

    Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable storage media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
  • Page 73: Character Keys

    Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable.
  • Page 74: Windows ® Special Keys

    Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ® Windows special keys ® Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary (or right mouse) control button.
  • Page 75 Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on.
  • Page 76: Emulating A Full-Size Keyboard

    Learning the Basics Emulating a full-size keyboard To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the and press keyboard indicator panel goes out. Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Using the wireless keyboard Your computer has a removable, wireless keyboard.
  • Page 77 Switch the keyboard on. Warless keyboard on/off switch Turning on the wireless keyboard Lift the keyboard up and away from the computer chassis. Lifting the keyboard out of the computer You can now use the keyboard up to several feet from the computer.
  • Page 78: Installing The Keyboard To The Computer

    Learning the Basics Using the wireless keyboard Wireless keyboard removed from the computer chassis Installing the keyboard to the computer To install the keyboard to the computer: Insert the front of the keyboard into the front of the keyboard slot. Press the top of the keyboard down to snap it into place.
  • Page 79: Starting A Program

    Remove the screw on the battery cover, and lift the cover off. Remove the connector from the battery and lift the battery from it’s slot. Replace the battery and reattach the connector removed in step 2. Replace the battery cover and retighten the screw. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on.
  • Page 80: Saving Your Work

    Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. This is one of the most important rules of computing. NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you return to work.
  • Page 81: Printing Your Work

    Printing your work Verify that the operating system is set up for your printer as described in TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer(s).
  • Page 82: Using Diskettes

    Learning the Basics Using diskettes Using diskettes The 3.5-inch internal diskette drive lets you use high-density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage. Sample external diskette drive Inserting and removing diskettes Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface points toward the drive.
  • Page 83: Backing Up Your Files

    ❖ If a diskette is dirty, clean it with a soft cloth moistened in water. Do not use cleaning fluids. ❖ Never slide back the protective metal cover. ❖ Never touch the magnetic surface of a diskette. Fingerprints can prevent the drive from reading the data stored on a diskette.
  • Page 84 Learning the Basics Backing up your files Double-click the folder that contains the file, then click the file you want to copy. HINT: You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one file. Click File, then click Send To. Click the icon for the diskette drive (3 1/2 floppy [A:]).
  • Page 85: Playing A Cd Or Dvd

    Playing a CD or DVD Your computer has a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive that can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform.
  • Page 86 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Components DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Use the eject button to release the disc tray. This button requires power to operate. CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the activity light is glowing.
  • Page 87: Cd/Dvd Control Buttons

    CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons on the front edge of the computer enable you to play audio CDs when the computer is off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on. Previous Next track track CD/DVD control buttons in front of the computer...
  • Page 88: Cd/Dvd Control And Digital Audio Control

    Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD You can eject a disc by pressing the stop/eject button twice. Use this method to eject a disc when the computer is turned off and the sound subsystem is turned on. CD/DVD control and digital audio control The following chart describes CD/DVD control and digital audio mode.
  • Page 89: Inserting A Disc

    Inserting a disc WARNING: Before playing an audio CD or a DVD, turn the volume down. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, use the volume control dial or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).
  • Page 90 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up. Inserting a disc CAUTION: Be careful not to touch the drive’s lens (located underneath the drive’s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.
  • Page 91: Playing An Audio Cd

    Start menu or double-click the icon on the desktop. The first time you start the Windows Media Player, it will display in Toshiba Skin mode. Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Player, you can open it...
  • Page 92 ❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/Pause button on the CD Player control panel. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Player Toshiba Skin Player screen Player control panel works much like...
  • Page 93: Playing A Dvd

    WinDVD “WinDVD” on page When you watch DVD movies on your computer using WinDVD, Toshiba highly recommends that your system’s power management utility is set to full power mode. Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard disk.
  • Page 94: Using The Dvd-Rom Or Dvd-Rom/Cd-Rw Multifunction Drive

    Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive Your computer may come with a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/ CD-RW multifunction drive that allows you to: ❖ Play prerecorded DVDs ❖ Play prerecorded CDs ❖...
  • Page 95: Connecting The Modem

    Connecting the modem Your computer comes with a built-in V.90 56K modem and a built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter. To use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade RJ11 telephone line. NOTE: Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53 kbps are the maximum permissible rates during downloads.
  • Page 96: Using The I.link ® Port

    Learning the Basics Using the i.LINK® port ❖ Remotely, using the built-in modem and a dial-up connection. To set up the network connection, use the Network Setup Wizard: Click Start and point to All Programs. Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click Network Setup Wizard.
  • Page 97: Powering Down The Computer

    Powering down the computer When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate and Standby. Each option has its advantages. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to power down your computer, save your files and make sure the drive-in- use lights are off.
  • Page 98: Hibernation Command

    Learning the Basics Powering down the computer ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open programs and files you were previously using. Hibernation command Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely.
  • Page 99: Standby Command

    Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a power- saving mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖...
  • Page 100: Using Turn Off Or Shut Down

    You can also shut down the computer by pressing the power button or closing the display panel. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn on the feature in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. ® XP Home operating system, follow these ®...
  • Page 101 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. Select the Advanced tab. The following screen appears. Sample System power mode settings Select Power Off for the options you want.
  • Page 102: Starting Again After Turn Off Or Shut Down

    Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Close the Control Panel. NOTE: For more information about the Power Saver utility, see “Power Management” on page Starting again after Turn Off or Shut Down To start the computer up again, press and hold the power button until the on/off light changes to green.
  • Page 103 Configuring your computer for Hibernation: Open the Start menu, then click Control Panel. Click the Performance and Maintenance icon, and then click the Toshiba Power Management icon. Click the Advanced tab. Select Hibernation for the options you want. When I press the power button...
  • Page 104: Using Standby

    Learning the Basics Using Standby Using Standby The Standby command puts the computer into a power- saving mode. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖...
  • Page 105: Going Into Standby Mode More Quickly

    Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Open the Start menu, then click Control Panel. Click the Performance and Maintenance icon, and then click the Toshiba Power Management icon. Click the Advanced tab. Select Standby for the options you want. When I press the power button Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button.
  • Page 106: Toshiba's Online Resources

    Be sure to save your work often. 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.
  • Page 107: Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

    Many of these energy-saving features have been set 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.
  • Page 108: Battery Notice

    AC power source, you may want to carry additional charged batteries with you. You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power.
  • Page 109: Charging Batteries

    Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the computer into a live wall outlet.
  • Page 110: Charging The Rtc Battery

    Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the RTC battery The computer contains an internal battery that provides power for the real-time clock (RTC) and calendar. During normal use, the main battery keeps the RTC battery adequately charged. Occasionally, the RTC battery may lose its charge completely, especially if you have had the computer turned off for a long time.
  • Page 111: Monitoring Battery Power

    Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. Click the Battery Power Meter tab. The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of the battery. The value displays as a percentage of remaining battery charge.
  • Page 112: Conserving Battery Power

    Toshiba’s power-saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs.
  • Page 113: Setting Battery Alarms

    To set an alarm: Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm, as desired. Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power...
  • Page 114: Changing The Main Battery

    Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Changing the main battery When your battery power is running low, you have two options: connect the computer to an AC power source or install a charged battery. NOTE: If your battery discharges fully, your information will be lost.
  • Page 115 Sliding the battery release latch Carefully slide the battery release latch toward the center of the computer. Sliding the battery out While holding the battery release latch toward the unlocked position, use the adjacent half-oval finger slot nearby to gently pull the battery pack free. WARNING: If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in...
  • Page 116: Inserting A Charged Battery

    Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Inserting a charged battery Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. With the battery release latch pulled toward the unlocked position, insert the battery from the back end first at a slight angle so that end fits evenly with the surrounding casing.
  • Page 117: Safety Precautions

    ❖ When you install the battery pack, you should hear a click when it is seated properly. ❖ Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack could explode. Mobile Computing Changing the main battery toshiba.com...
  • Page 118: Maximizing Battery Life

    Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: ❖ At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below: Turn off the computer’s power.
  • Page 119: Disposing Of Used Batteries Safely

    Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. The materials that came with your computer may include an insert regarding the disposal of batteries. If not, check with your local government agency for information on where to recycle or dispose of old batteries.
  • Page 120: Traveling Tips

    ❖ Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cables, compact discs and diskettes.
  • Page 121: Chapter 5: Getting To Know The Windows Xp Operating System

    Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows Operating System This chapter introduces the Windows by guiding you through a few basic tasks. Whether you have used a Windows the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will more than offset the short amount of time spent going through these lessons.
  • Page 122: Lesson 1: Exploring The Desktop

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
  • Page 123 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon. You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element’s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area.
  • Page 124: Windows ® Xp File System

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ❖ Search for files ❖ Access Windows ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system activity and turn off the computer For more information on starting programs, see Starting programs” on page Taskbar Each time you open a program, a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar.
  • Page 125: Lesson 2: Using The Touchpad And Control Buttons Together

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together the files and folders reside in your computer on a storage device, such as a disk drive. You can think of your computer storage system in terms of office equipment.
  • Page 126 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together With the pointer in an empty area of the desktop, click the secondary button to open the desktop shortcut menu. As the name implies, shortcut menus provide quick access to many operating system features.
  • Page 127 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together The My Computer window is closed. Click an empty area of the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and, while holding down the primary button, use the pointing device to drag the pointer to the right edge of the desktop, then release the primary button.
  • Page 128: Lesson 3: Learning About The Internet

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet Right-click the taskbar. A menu appears. If the Lock the taskbar option has a check mark, then the feature is in use. Click Lock the taskbar. Call up the menu again.
  • Page 129: Lesson 4: Creating A New Document

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click Address Bar. The operating system displays the address bar. It indicates that you are in “My Computer.” Sample My Computer window Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program.
  • Page 130 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document To give your document a meaningful name, type and press Doc.txt Double-click the My New Doc icon. The operating system opens the new document in Notepad—the text editor built into the operating system. Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens, there is a new button on the taskbar that reads New Doc.txt- Notepad...
  • Page 131: Lesson 5: Creating A New Folder

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder DEFINITION: A folder is an area where you can store documents and other types of files. It is analogous to a file folder stored in a file cabinet.
  • Page 132: Lesson 6: Starting Programs

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs Close the window by clicking its Close button and continue with the next lesson to learn how to start programs. Lesson 6: Starting programs Usually, you will know which program you want to use for a particular task.
  • Page 133 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System To use Windows Explorer to launch programs: Click Start, then point to All Programs. Click Accessories. Click Windows Explorer. The operating system opens Windows provides access to all your computer’s resources. For example, it lets you see all the files in a particular folder on the computer’s hard disk.
  • Page 134: Lesson 7: Resizing, Repositioning, And Hiding Windows

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows If you have followed the lessons in this chapter, you now have a screen with several program windows open. You can organize these windows by resizing and repositioning windows so that you can see more than one of them at a time.
  • Page 135: Using The Taskbar

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Using the taskbar If you have application windows open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by clicking and dragging the program’s button on the taskbar. You have these options: ❖...
  • Page 136: Resizing And Moving Windows

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows The Paint window expands to fill the screen, hiding everything except the taskbar. Notice that the Maximize button has changed. It is now called the Restore button. HINT: Maximizing a program is a good way to work when you are only using that program and do not want any distractions on the screen.
  • Page 137: Lesson 8: Closing Programs

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Now that the windows are side by side, you can see how you could refer to one window while working in the other. Resizing and moving windows allows you to rearrange the desktop to suit your needs.
  • Page 138: Lesson 9: Creating Shortcuts

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts By adding shortcuts to your desktop, you can open programs or files with the click of a button. You will probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently. This lesson explains how to create shortcuts using two operating system accessories, Calculator and Character Map, as examples.
  • Page 139: Creating A Shortcut To The Character Map

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System The operating system displays the new shortcut on your desktop. Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Use this method when you don’t know the name and location of the program file. Click Start, then click Search.
  • Page 140 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Search Results dialog box HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. Click All files and folders. Type char name. Click Search. The operating system displays a list of all the files with “char”...
  • Page 141: Lesson 10: Changing The Screen Saver

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System In the shortcut menu, click Create Shortcut(s) Here. NOTE: Shortcut icons can be recognized by an arrow in the lower left corner. Deleting or changing the shortcut icons will not affect the program to which they refer. Clicking a shortcut icon opens the program or folder immediately.
  • Page 142 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu. Click Properties. The operating system opens the Display Properties dialog box.
  • Page 143: Lesson 11: Setting The Date And Time

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System The operating system returns you to the desktop. You can view any object’s properties by clicking the object with the secondary button, then choosing Properties from the shortcut menu that appears. The next lesson explains how to set two other properties—the date and time.
  • Page 144: Lesson 12: Removing Objects From The Desktop

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Sample Date and Time Properties dialog box HINT: To open the Date and Time Properties dialog box more quickly, either click the time display on the taskbar with the secondary button, then click Adjust Date/Time, or double-click the time display.
  • Page 145 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop The icon disappears, but, with the operating system, it is not really gone. It is merely set aside in the Recycle Bin so that you can restore or delete it later. Repeat step 1 for any other icons you created during this tutorial.
  • Page 146: Lesson 13: Using System Restore

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 13: Using System Restore documents, and sometimes even programs. Still, the process is the same. Just drag an object’s icon to the Recycle Bin. If you change your mind and want to restore an object you sent to the Recycle Bin, select the object with the secondary button and click Restore.
  • Page 147: Lesson 14: If I Am Lost, What Do I Do

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Sample System Restore welcome screen The Windows process of storing your system settings for future use. It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time. Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? This teaches you how to use some of the Help features in the ®...
  • Page 148 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? If you do not see the index, click index. Help and Support displays the Index. Sample Help and Support Index The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type in a topic you want to find in the index.
  • Page 149: Using The Windows Xp Tour

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Sample help window for drawings Notice that under the category subcategory: Highlight Help opens a topic screen that, in the window’s right pane, gives a brief description of Paint and provides different ways for accessing the program, including through use of a hot link (Paint).
  • Page 150: Lesson 15: Turning Off Your Computer

    Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 15: Turning off your computer The Windows Follow the instructions. Sample Windows Lesson 15: Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the operating system turn off your computer. As it shuts down, the operating system performs a number of tasks that ensure that everything is in place the next time you turn on the computer.
  • Page 151: Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

    Chapter 6 Exploring Your Options In this chapter, you will explore other features of your notebook computer. ® Windows XP special features The Windows features and enhancements, including: ❖ New system file protection ❖ A system restore function, allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode ❖...
  • Page 152: Personalizing Your Desktop

    Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace. This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work. You can customize the following aspects of the desktop: ❖ Taskbar —...
  • Page 153: Changing Desktop And Browsing Style

    Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and browse the files and folders on your local computer or network file server. You can make it so that: ❖ Items that normally require a double-click will open with a single click.
  • Page 154: Personalizing Individual Windows

    Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Sample Web-style option Click the preferred options. Click Apply, click OK. Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop, you can also display a Web page in an individual window. If you subscribe to the Web page, it can be automatically updated on a regular basis.
  • Page 155: Customizing Window Toolbars

    Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window. As you browse, the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus.
  • Page 156: Displaying Information About Each Folder

    Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop The elements you can add to the top of the window are: Toolbar element Address Bar Standard buttons Displays buttons for commonly used Displaying a toolbar in a window Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window appears.
  • Page 157 Double-click the folder you want to open. In the Tools menu, select Folder Options. The Folders Options box appears. In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common tasks in folders. Click Apply, then OK. Helpful information on how to use the folders appears on one side of the window.
  • Page 158: Using Your Computer At The Office

    Exploring Your Options Using your computer at the office Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, an external mouse and an external diskette drive, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer.
  • Page 159 Using your computer at the office The Control Panel appears. Click Printers and Other Hardware. Click Phone and Modem Options. The Phone and Modem Options window appears. Click the Modems tab. A location box appears. In the Attached to field, the COM port is specified. Your modem should be listed under Modem.
  • Page 160: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line

    A remote network, you need a dial-up connection. ❖ A wireless network, you need a wireless networking PC Card, or contact your authorized Toshiba representative. Setting up the connection To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection Wizard: Click Start and point to All Programs.
  • Page 161: Setting Up A Wireless Connection

    Your Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is integrated into your computer system. It is recommended that you do not remove the module from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner. Setting up a direct cable connection To establish a direct cable connection with another computer: Click Start, All Programs.
  • Page 162: An Overview Of Using The Internet

    Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet ❖ Host Follow the on-screen instructions. An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖...
  • Page 163: Internet Service Providers

    to a particular network address and send and receive information. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection.
  • Page 164: Surfing The Internet

    Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page. To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address.
  • Page 165: Uploading And Downloading Files From The Internet

    clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer).
  • Page 166 Exploring Your Options Exploring video features Connect the S-video cable to your television. NOTE: Video cables are not included with your computer. To connect a device to the S-video jack, you’ll need to purchase the appropriate cable. Change the display properties setting to 800 x 600: ❖...
  • Page 167: Playing Dvds

    Playing DVDs Open the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW tray. Place the DVD in the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive. Launch WinDVD Bookmark Playlist Variable rewind and fast forward Help Repeat Sample WinDVD control panel For more information about using WinDVD, see on page 179.
  • Page 168: Using A Microphone

    Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features to the microphone jack and using the Sound Recorder feature in the operating system. DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced “wave”) file is the format for storing sound in files. Using a microphone Attaching a microphone Connect an external microphone to the computer.
  • Page 169: Adjusting Recording Quality

    Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone. NOTE: You can only record 60 seconds at a time. When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. To save the file, select Save from the File menu. Adjusting recording quality The better the quality of the recording, the more disk space the sound file requires.
  • Page 170 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer. To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones: Locate the headphone jack on the right side of the computer.
  • Page 171: Using Pc Cards

    Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer’s capabilities and usefulness. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your dealer. Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports two types of PC Cards, known as types II and III: ❖...
  • Page 172: Inserting Pc Cards

    Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Inserting PC Cards Inserting a PC Card If your PC Card does not support hot swapping, save your data and turn off the computer before inserting the PC Card. For more information, see page 174.
  • Page 173: Removing Pc Cards

    Removing PC Cards Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card. The operating system advises you that you may safely remove the card. Ejecting a PC Card Remove the PC Card and store it properly.
  • Page 174: Hot Swapping

    Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.” Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use.
  • Page 175: Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

    Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapter: ❖...
  • Page 176: Power Management

    The Power Management feature enables you to control your computer’s power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, or define your own. To access the Toshiba Power Management Utility. Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears.
  • Page 177 Normal or Long Life settings. By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change become effective when you click either OK or Apply.
  • Page 178 Toshiba Utilities Power Management Battery mode tab This section lists the preset modes along with the estimated battery life for each mode. The preset modes are: ❖ Long Life ❖ Normal ❖ High Power ❖ User Defined Although you can change the properties for any of these...
  • Page 179: Chapter 8: Windvd

    DVD technology. If your computer has a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive, your computer comes with WinDVD preinstalled. When you watch DVD movies on your computer using WinDVD, Toshiba highly recommends that your system’s power management utility is set to full power mode.
  • Page 180 WinDVD Playing DVDs WARNING: Before playing a DVD, turn down the volume. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. See the control panel playback buttons” on page 183 volume control buttons. Fit the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive into the Modular Bay.
  • Page 181: Using The Windvd Toolbar

    Using the WinDVD toolbar The WinDVD window contains a toolbar at the top and a status bar at the bottom. If the toolbar or status bar does not appear, you can display them by following the instructions in “Setting general properties” on page The toolbar contains basic DVD playback controls.
  • Page 182: Using The Windvd Control Panel

    WinDVD Playing DVDs Using the WinDVD control panel The WinDVD control panel resembles the control panel of a standard home DVD player. TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer’s hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD.
  • Page 183: Using The Control Panel Playback Buttons

    WinDVD Playing DVDs From the WinDVD control panel, you can open an expanded control panel by clicking the expanded controls button. The expanded control panel contains several advanced features. “Using WinDVD Advanced Features” on page 195 for an explanation of these features. Using the control panel playback buttons Once you have inserted a DVD and started WinDVD, you are ready to play the disc.
  • Page 184 WinDVD Playing DVDs Click this To do this Repeat — repeat the current chapter, if the DVD contains chapters. Otherwise this but- ton repeats the DVD from the beginning. When the repeat button is activated, the repeat symbol appears to the left of the chapter number on the control panel counter.
  • Page 185: Maximizing The Video Window

    Click this Maximizing the video window To close the WinDVD control panel and expand the video window to fill the screen, click the Maximize button. To display the control panel again, double-click anywhere in the video window. To do this Fast backward —...
  • Page 186: Using Playlists

    WinDVD Using playlists Using playlists TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer’s hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD. Unsupported features appear gray, and you cannot select them.
  • Page 187: Loading And Playing Playlists

    Click the File button in the lower left corner of the window, to indicate that you are creating a playlist of individual files. In the left display select the drive and folder where the DVD files are located. In the upper right window, select the file you want to play first and click Add to put it at the top of the playlist.
  • Page 188: Resuming Normal Playback After Using Playlists

    WinDVD Customizing WinDVD Resuming normal playback after using playlists To resume playing the DVD files in order after using a playlist, click the eject button to open the disc tray, then close it again. The DVD resumes normal playback. Customizing WinDVD You can control several general WinDVD characteristics, such as whether the toolbar and status bar are visible, as well as numerous audio and display features.
  • Page 189: Setting General Properties

    Setting general properties You use the General tab to select the region code, the drive letter assigned to the DVD-ROM drive, the autoplay default option, and which WinDVD toolbars are displayed by default. Region coding is part of the protection system for DVD content.
  • Page 190: Setting Audio Properties

    WinDVD Customizing WinDVD Tool bar is the bar containing basic player functions that is displayed at the top of the WinDVD video window. Status bar is the bar that is displayed at the bottom of the WinDVD video window. Player is the WinDVD control panel. Click OK to save your settings.
  • Page 191 In the Audio channels box, select the appropriate speaker mode to match your setup as follows: ❖ If you have two speakers, select one of the 2 speaker modes. Mono mixes the audio channels into one channel. Stereo mixes the audio channels into two channels.
  • Page 192: Setting Display Properties

    WinDVD Customizing WinDVD Setting display properties In the Properties dialog box, click the Display tab. The Display tab moves to the front. Sample Properties dialog box with Display tab selected Select the Lock aspect ratio check box to maintain the original aspect ratio when the video window is resized.
  • Page 193: Customizing The Control Panel

    Customizing the control panel You can customize the appearance of your WinDVD player’s control panel. To configure the control panel’s appearance: Position the pointer over the control panel, then click the secondary button to display a shortcut menu of control panel options.
  • Page 194 WinDVD Customizing WinDVD You can select a new control panel background color, or select WinDVD to display the control panel in a different format. Sample new WinDVD control panel appearance You can also select About to display copyright and version information.
  • Page 195: Using Windvd Advanced Features

    Using WinDVD Advanced Features TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer’s hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD. Unsupported features appear gray, and you cannot select them.
  • Page 196 WinDVD Using WinDVD Advanced Features Use this To do this Playback speed— control the speed at which the DVD plays. Move the slider to the left to slow the play- back speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster.
  • Page 197 Using WinDVD Advanced Features Use this Numeric keypad — use these buttons to select a chapter by entering the chapter number. After you have entered a chapter number, click the check mark button on the right of the middle row on the numeric keypad to begin play- ing that chapter.
  • Page 198 WinDVD Using WinDVD Advanced Features Use this To do this Chapter button — displays a list of all the chapters in the current DVD. Select the chapter you want to play, or use the numeric keypad to enter the chapter num- ber.
  • Page 199 Using WinDVD Advanced Features Use this Subtitles — displays a list of all the avail- able language subti- tles. This button is enabled only for DVD content that includes subtitles and supports dynamic subtitle information changes. Select the desired lan- guage, or select Default to display subtitles in the DVD’s...
  • Page 200: Zooming In

    WinDVD Using WinDVD Advanced Features Use this Zooming in You can zoom in on an area of the WinDVD video window to get a closer look. Click the Zoom button, located in the upper-left corner of the directional button panel. Position the cursor over the top-left corner of the area you want to view in close up.
  • Page 201: Panning

    Release the primary button. WinDVD automatically fills the window with the selected area. Panning Once you are zoomed in on an area of the WinDVD video window, you can move the zoom window location using the pan feature. With the video window in zoom mode, click the pan button, located in the lower-right corner of the directional button panel.
  • Page 202: Launching An Internet Browser From Windvd

    WinDVD Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD The adjustment dialog box provides another set of sliders for adjusting volume and brightness. It also provides two color control sliders. Move the Color control 1 slider to the right to increase the blue and decrease the yellow color values.
  • Page 203: Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong

    This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding.
  • Page 204 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix To close a program that has stopped responding: Press Ctrl Click Windows Task Manager. The Windows Task Manager window appears. Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding”...
  • Page 205: Problems When You Turn On The Computer

    Press Ctrl Notepad. Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message. Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power.
  • Page 206: The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working

    If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working external diskette drive and press the left or right arrow key and choose your boot-up device. HINT: Press F12 as you power on the computer to access the menu. The computer displays the message.
  • Page 207: The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working

    The Windows® operating system is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem.
  • Page 208: Internet Problems

    If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working See your Windows TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet.
  • Page 209: Resolving A Hardware Conflict

    Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the topic of the problem with which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions. ❖ Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 210: Resolving Hardware Conflicts On Your Own

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The device most recently connected to the system is the one most likely to be causing a hardware conflict. Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task. A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU).
  • Page 211: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager

    ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device.
  • Page 212 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device’s properties: Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Administrative Tools. Click the Computer Management icon. Click the Device Manager button.
  • Page 213: Memory Card Problems

    Memory card problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile checking for these first: Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. Click Turn Off. The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically.
  • Page 214 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If the AC power light still does not come on, check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance. The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge.
  • Page 215: Keyboard Problems

    For more information on maximizing battery power, see “Charging batteries” on page Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be on. If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is on, press the cursor control light or press turn off the numeric keypad light.
  • Page 216 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the problem, press display priority to its previous setting.
  • Page 217: Disk Drive Problems

    A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer’s internal display.
  • Page 218 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To run Error-checking: Click Start, then click My Computer. Right-click the drive you want to check. The drive’s properties box appears. Click the Tools tab. Click the Check now button. The Check Disk All Apps box appears. You can choose one or both options: ❖...
  • Page 219: Dvd-Rom Or Dvd-Rom/Cd-Rw Drive Problems

    A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive. You may already have a diskette in the drive. Make sure the drive is empty. You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly. Hold the diskette with the hub side facing down, and insert it so that the metal head window cover goes into the drive first.
  • Page 220 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict spindle. Close the drive tray carefully, making sure it has shut completely. You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on.
  • Page 221 Playback performance is poor. Make sure your system’s A/C adaptor is plugged in and the system’s power setting is on full. The Root or Title menu does not open. Most DVD titles have one or both of the “Root” and “Title” menus.
  • Page 222: Secondary Ide Channel Dma Setting

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you have installed new hardware, ensure the component’s drivers support Microsoft higher and WinDVD. Contact the manufacturer of the component. Verifying that your display driver resolution, color depth and refresh rate are optimal for DVD playback. (Some systems do not support video overlays if these parameters are not optimal.) Try lowering these settings to improve performance.
  • Page 223 Double-click the Secondary IDE Channel icon. The Secondary IDE Channel Properties window displays. Sample Secondary IDE Channel Properties window Click Advanced Settings. Look at Device 0. The current transfer mode should be Ultra DMA Mode 2. If it isn’t, select Ultra DMA Mode 2 from the drop-down list and click OK.
  • Page 224 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict WinDVD will not function properly with “debug” software installed. The WinDVD application will not function properly if it detects that debug software is present on the system. Remove the debug software to restore functionality of WinDVD. Minimum system requirements WinDVD performs best when these recommended components are present in your system:...
  • Page 225 Error message and additional information ® Microsoft DirectShow components are missing. ® Microsoft DirectShow not installed properly on the system. No audio subsystem could be found for playback. There is a problem with the audio card or audio compo- nent within the system. The problem may be one of the following: There is a problem with the...
  • Page 226 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional information The audio settings are incorrect. Please check sound card or drivers. The audio card was found, but there is a problem with the audio card or drivers. The wrong audio driver may be installed in the sys- tem.
  • Page 227 Error message and additional information This DVD disc cannot be played in this region. The selected region cannot be used due to one of the following: The Region Code of WinDVD and the DVD disc do not match. Check the Region Code of WinDVD within the About tab and use a disc from the appro-...
  • Page 228: Sound System Problems

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional information This file appears to contain unsupported data. The drive or disc cannot be found. This may be caused by one of the following: No disc in the DVD-ROM drive.
  • Page 229: Pc Card Problems

    in the Mixer Utility (default Enabled), may cause feedback. Revert to the default settings. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards.
  • Page 230 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. “Using PC Cards” on page 171 Cards. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control.
  • Page 231 system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See Manager” on page 211 Since all PC Cards share the same socket, each card is not required to have its own address. Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails.
  • Page 232: Printer Problems

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that the printer has plenty of paper.
  • Page 233: Modem Problems

    Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer’s modem port and the telephone line jack. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port.
  • Page 234 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits software programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See “Computing tips” on page 71 On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk.
  • Page 235: If You Need Further Assistance

    Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and/or program. Your dealer is your best source for current information. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware-related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you.
  • Page 236 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖ Your computer’s model and model number. ❖ Your computer’s serial number. ❖ The computer and any optional devices related to the problem.
  • Page 237: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites

    Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com toshiba.ca toshiba-Europe.com toshiba.co.jp/index.htm http://servicio.toshiba.com If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the USA Canada Europe Japan Mexico and all of Latin America...
  • Page 238: Toshiba's Worldwide Offices

    If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Toshiba’s worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Belgium Toshiba Information Systems Benelux (Belgium) B.V. Excelsiorlaan 40 B-1930 Zaventem Belgium Czech Republic CHG Toshiba, s.r.o.
  • Page 239 Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 Japan Mexico and all of Latin America Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. CP 11000 Mexico, DF. 800-457-7777 (outside of the US)
  • Page 240 Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge KT15 2UL United Kingdom The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 D-4-1460 Neuss Germany Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando...
  • Page 241: Appendix A: Hot Keys

    Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. All functionality is the same when the keyboard is in wireless mode.
  • Page 242: Instant Password Security

    Instant password security This hot key causes the screen to become blank, hiding whatever was previously displayed. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the mouse or any key will make the display reappear.
  • Page 243: Power Usage Mode

    ® The power usage modes in the Windows operating system under AC power are Full Power and User Defined. The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, see “Power Management” on page...
  • Page 244: Stand By Mode

    Stand By mode This hot key puts the computer into Stand By mode. Sample Stand By confirmation box Hibernation mode This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode. Sample Hibernation confirmation box ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode.
  • Page 245: Display Modes

    Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes options are: In o resolution of the built-in display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. Simultaneous mode works only with external monitors that support 640 X 480 resolution and higher.
  • Page 246: Enabling A Wireless Device

    Enabling a wireless device This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. The wireless mode is: Disabling or enabling the TouchPad This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see page Keyboard hot keys This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off.
  • Page 247: Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

    Appendix B Power Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved...
  • Page 248 Power Cable Connectors — Blank Page —...
  • Page 249: Glossary

    Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user’s guide. BIOS CD-ROM CD-RW CMOS COM1 COM2 alternating current basic input/output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read-only memory compact disc rewrite memory...
  • Page 250 Glossary DIMM DSTN DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory EPROM HTML IEEE LPT1 MIDI PCMCIA direct memory access dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch dual supertwist nematic digital versatile (or video) disc enhanced capabilities port erasable programmable read-only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission...
  • Page 251 SCSI SDRAM SRAM SVGA Terms The following terms may appear in this user’s guide. active-matrix display — A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell.
  • Page 252 Glossary alternating current (AC) — The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets. AC reverses its direction at regular intervals. Compare direct current (DC). application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems.
  • Page 253 bus — An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus.
  • Page 254 Glossary color palette — A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility — The extent to which computers, programs, or devices can work together harmoniously, using the same commands, formats, or language as another.
  • Page 255 direct memory access (DMA) — A dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory — See folder. disable — To turn a computer option off. See also enable. disc — A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and written to by optical (laser) technology, and used in the production of optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs.
  • Page 256 Glossary DVD — An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVD-ROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) — A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs.
  • Page 257 — The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off.
  • Page 258 Glossary high-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of data. See also diskette. hot key — (1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program.
  • Page 259 liquid crystal display (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it.
  • Page 260 Glossary multimedia — A combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a computer program or presentation. Musical Instrument Digital Interface — See MIDI. network — A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities. A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with other users and to exchange electronic mail.
  • Page 261 peripheral — Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer’s CPU. pixel — Short for “picture element.” The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer. Plug and Play —...
  • Page 262 Glossary resolution — A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer, resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically.
  • Page 263 system prompt — The symbol (in the MS-DOS generally a drive letter followed by a “greater than” sign) indicating where users are to enter commands. TFT display — See active-matrix display. universal serial bus (USB) — A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps (12 million bits per second).
  • Page 264 Glossary...
  • Page 265: Index

    Index AC adapter 35, 48, 52 AC power light Accessories programs adding memory alarms low battery audio CDs playing audio features avoiding injury battery alarms changing charge not lasting 50, 67, 109 charging conserving power disposal inserting installing 35, 52, 111 light Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) monitoring power...
  • Page 266 Index stop calculator CD Player control panel CD/DVD control buttons CD/DVDs caring for 89, 90 inserting playing viewing contents CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/ CD-RW safety instructions CD-ROMs using writing 33, 93 inserting problem solving changing main battery channels Character Map charging 50, 67, 109 main battery RTC (real-time clock) battery...
  • Page 267 Index power cable television to a network USB-compatible keyboard video projector conserving battery power cursor control mode light customizing taskbar window toolbars Date date and time setting DC-IN jack desktop background browsing style choosing style and browsing options creating new icon creating shortcuts major features properties...
  • Page 268 Index DVD-ROM/CD-RW launch WinDVD DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive 94, 167 can’t access disc drive tray won’t open eject button light manual eject hole/button problems troubleshooting 33, 85 DVDs playing email emulating a full-size keyboard energy saving features environmental considerations ergonomics lighting posture seating guidelines work habits error messages...
  • Page 269 Index configuring starting again from hiding windows hot key display modes display output settings keyboard keyboard overlays power usage mode Standby mode volume mute wireless mode hot keys hot swapping precautions Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) icon desktop internet explorer moving to desktop naming safety indicator panel...
  • Page 270 Index disk activity diskette activity diskette drive DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive 35, 52 hard disk drive keyboard numeric mode on/off system lock slot main battery changing recharging removing memory adding problem solving removing removing expansion slot cover memory module inserting microphone jack Microsoft Internet Explorer Microsoft Support Online Web site Microsoft Windows XP...
  • Page 271 PC Card computer will not power up contacting Toshiba corrupted/damaged data files Device Manager disabling a device disk drive is slow display is blank...
  • Page 272 Index 209, 210 hardware conflict high-pitched noise illegal operation Internet bookmarked site not found Internet connection is slow keyboard not responding keyboard produces unexpected characters missing files/trouble accessing a disk modem not receiving or transmitting no sound non-system disk or disk error 206, 219 PC Card checklist...
  • Page 273 Toshiba Toshiba Accessories Toshiba Forum Toshiba online services hot key starting again from from Standby problem solving 33, 35 WinDVD 124, 135 customizing connecting the modem adjusting display...
  • Page 274 Index Toshiba Power Saver Shut down Toshiba software offer TouchPad using travelling tips 67, 97 Turn Off restarting turning computer on/off tutorials Uniform Resource Locator (URL) 152, 164 uploading URL (Uniform Resource Locator) 152, 164 29, 30 USB ports USB-compatible...
  • Page 275 Index advanced features color balance control panel controls are disabled customizing error messages help Internet browser, launching not functioning properly performance is poor playing DVDs playlists properties, audio properties, display region codes slow playback starting status bar system requirements toolbar video content poor video window, maximizing 200, 201...

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