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Toshiba Satellite P15-S479 User Manual (290 pages)

P15-S470 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.21 MB

Fcc Notice
3
If Problems Arise
4
Telephone Company Procedures
4
Type of Service
4
Fax Branding
5
Wireless Interoperability
6
Regulatory Information
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Device Authorization
12
Interference Statement
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
16
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
17
Regulatory Statements
17
Table of Contents
24
Introduction
33
This Guide
33
Safety Icons
34
- Other Icons Used
  35
Other Documentation
35
Service Options
36
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

37
- Making Sure You Have Everything
  37
- Front with the Display Closed
  38
- Back
  39
- Right Side
  40
- Left Side
  41
- Front with the Display Open
  42
  - Front Panel Lights
    43
  - Indicator Lights
    44
- Underside
  45
Chapter 2: Getting Started

47
- Selecting a Place to Work
  47
- Setting up Your Computer
  53
- Connecting the AC Adapter
  56
- Charging the Main Battery
  58
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  59
  - Opening the Display Panel
    59
  - Turning on the Power
    59
  - Using the Touchpad
    60
  - Control Buttons
    61
  - Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
    61
- Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
  62
  - Removing a Memory Module
    66
  - Connecting a Mouse
    66
  - Connecting a Printer
    67
- Setting up a Printer
  68
- Turning off the Computer
  71
- Caring for Your Computer
  72
  - Cleaning the Computer
    72
  - Moving the Computer
    73
  - Using a Computer Lock
    73
Chapter 3: Learning the Basics

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- Computing Tips
  75
- Using the Keyboard
  76
  - Character Keys
    77
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    77
  - Function Keys
    77
  - Windows Special Keys
    78
  - Overlay Keys
    78
- Starting a Program
  80
- Saving Your Work
  80
- Printing Your Work
  81
- Backing up Your Files
  82
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  82
- Setting up for Communications
  92
  - Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
    92
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    92
- Powering down the Computer
  93
- Using Shut down
  94
  - Hibernation Command
    94
  - Stand by Command
    95
  - Turning off more Quickly
    96
  - Starting Again after Shut down
    97
- Using Hibernation
  97
  - Starting Again from Hibernation Mode
    99
- Using Stand by
  100
  - Going into Stand by Mode more Quickly
    101
  - Starting Again from Stand by
    101
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  102
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

103
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  103
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  103
  - Power Management
    105
- Charging the Battery
  105
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    106
- Monitoring Battery Power
  107
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    107
  - Conserving Battery Power
    108
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    109
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    110
- Changing the Main Battery
  111
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    111
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  112
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    113
- Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  115
- Traveling Tips
  116
  - XP Operating System
    117
Chapter 5 : Getting to Know the Windows

118
Chapter 6: Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition

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- Media Center Setup
  148
  - Connecting the Computer to a Television
    148
  - Connecting the External Remote Sensor
    149
- Starting the Media Center
  152
  - Remote Control for Media Center
    155
- Watching Television Programs
  161
- Recording TV
  166
  - Recording TV Tips
    167
  - Recording from the Guide
    168
  - Recording from Search
    169
  - Recording Manually
    169
  - Changing Your Settings
    170
  - Changing Recording Priorities
    171
- Listening to Music
  172
- Displaying Your Pictures
  180
  - Viewing a Slide Show
    181
  - Sorting Your Pictures
    181
- Watching Your Digital Movies
  182
  - Organizing Your Videos
    182
  - Playing Digital Videos
    183
  - Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode
    184
  - Sorting Videos
    184
- Watching a DVD
  184
  - Stopping a DVD Movie
    185
  - Playing a DVD Movie Already in Your Drive
    186
- Changing the Media Center Settings
  186
Chapter 7: Exploring Your Options

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- Windows XP Special Features
  195
- Personalizing Your Desktop
  196
  - Customizing the Taskbar
    196
  - Bringing the World to Your Desktop
    197
  - Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
    198
  - Personalizing Individual Windows
    199
  - Customizing Window Toolbars
    200
  - Displaying Information about each Folder
    201
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  202
- Exchanging Data with Another Computer
  205
  - Transferring Files Using a Parallel Port Connection
    205
  - Getting Help Transferring Files
    205
- Connecting to the Internet
  206
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  207
  - The Internet
    207
  - The World Wide Web
    207
  - Internet Service Providers
    208
  - Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
    208
  - Surfing the Internet
    208
  - Internet Features
    209
  - Uploading and Downloading Files on the Internet
    209
- Exploring Video Features
  210
- Changing the Display Properties Setting
  210
  - Display Settings Hot Key
    211
- Exploring Audio Features
  211
  - Recording Sounds
    211
  - Using a Microphone
    212
  - Adjusting Recording Settings
    213
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    213
- Connecting a Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse
  214
- Using PC Cards
  214
  - PC Card Supporting Software
    214
  - Inserting PC Cards
    215
  - Removing PC Cards
    216
  - Hot Swapping
    216
  - Hot Swapping Precautions
    217
Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

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- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  221
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  222
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  224
  - A Plan of Action
    225
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    225
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    226
  - Memory Card Problems
    228
  - Power and the Batteries
    229
  - Keyboard Problems
    230
  - Display Problems
    231
  - Disk Drive Problems
    233
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    235
  - Sound System Problems
    236
  - PC Card Problems
    236
  - Printer Problems
    240
  - Modem Problems
    241
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  241
- If You Need Further Assistance
  243
  - Before You Call
    243
  - Contacting Toshiba
    244
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  245
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  245
Appendix A: Hot Keys

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- Instant Password Security
  249
- Sound
  251
- Power Usage Mode
  251
- Stand by Mode
  252
- Hibernation Mode
  253
- Display Modes
  254
- Enabling a Wireless Device
  255
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  255
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  255
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

256
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

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- Getting Started
  258
  - Configfree Main Screen
    258
  - Starting Configfree
    259
  - Configuring Configfree
    259
- Configfree Utilities
  260
  - Connectivity Doctor
    260
  - Device Settings
    261
  - Profile Settings
    263
  - Quick Connect
    264
- Using Auto Switch
  265
  - Auto Switch (Cable Disconnect)
    266
  - Auto Switch (SSID)
    266
- Glossary
  267
- Index
  282

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics

Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

Chapter 5 : Getting to Know the Windows

Chapter 6: Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition

Chapter 7: Exploring Your Options

Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

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