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Toshiba 8100 series User Manual (350 pages)

8100 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.82 MB

Type of Service
3
Fax Branding
4
If Problems Arise
4
Telephone Company Procedures
4
Energy Star Compliance
8
Table of Contents
9
About this Guide
20
Other Documentation
22
Operating System Differences
22
Service Options
23
Safety Icons
20
Other Icons Used
21
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

27
- Making Sure You Have Everything
  27
- Finding Where Everything's Located
  27
  - Front with the Display Panel Closed
    28
  - Left Side
    29
  - Back
    30
  - Right Side
    32
  - Underside
    33
- Keyboard and Display Features
  34
- External Diskette Drive
  37
Chapter 2: Getting Started

39
- Selecting a Place to Work
  39
  - Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
    39
  - Keeping Yourself Comfortable
    40
    
    Placement of the Computer
    41
    
    Seating and Posture
    41
- Other Precautions
  43
- Setting up Your Computer
  45
- Turning on the Computer
  48
  - Opening the Display Panel
    48
  - Turning on the Power
    48
- Operating System
  50
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  50
  - Registering Your Computer
    51
- When and How to Turn off the Computer
  52
Chapter 3: Connecting Other External Devices

57
Chapter 4: Learning the Basics

85
- Precautions
  85
- Computing Tips
  86
- Windows Basics
  87
  - Logging on to Windows NT
    87
- Using the Keyboard
  89
  - Character Keys
    89
  - Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
    90
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    90
  - Function Keys
    91
  - Windows Special Keys
    91
  - Overlay Keys
    91
  - Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
    92
- Using the Accupoint II
  94
- Starting a Program
  95
- Saving Your Work
  97
- Printing Your Work
  98
- Using Diskettes
  99
  - Inserting and Removing Diskettes
    100
  - Diskette Care
    100
- Backing up Your Files
  101
  - Copying to a Diskette
    101
- Using the Optional DVD-ROM Drive
  101
  - Inserting Compact Discs
    103
  - Removing Compact Discs
    105
  - Caring for Cds and Dvds
    106
- Using PC Cards
  106
  - Using Cardbus-Compliant PC Cards
    107
  - Hot Swapping
    107
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  108
- Using a Computer Lock
  108
- Caring for Your Computer
  110
  - Cleaning the Computer
    110
  - Moving the Computer
    110
Chapter 5: Power Management

113
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  113
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  114
  - Charging the Batteries
    114
  - Monitoring Battery Power
    115
- What to Do When the Battery Alarm Sounds
  118
- Starting Where You Left off
  119
  - Using Standby Command
    120
  - Using Suspend/Resume (Memory) Mode
    121
  - Using Hibernation Mode
    123
  - Shutdown Mode Hot Key
    127
  - Restarting a Computer in Standby, Suspend or Hibernate Mode
    128
- Changing Batteries
  128
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  130
  - Safety Precautions
    130
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    131
  - Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
    131
- Conserving Power
  132
  - Power Usage Modes in Windows 98 Second Edition
    132
- Additional Options for Power
  134
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

139
- Setting up Windows to Work with Your Printer
  139
  - Setting up Windows 98 Second Edition to Work with Your Printer
    140
  - Setting up Windows NT to Work with Your Printer
    142
- Exploring Audio Features
  144
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    144
  - Recording Sounds
    145
  - Adjusting Recording Quality
    146
  - Using Microsoft CD Player
    147
- Using the Dvdexpress DVD Player
  148
  - Starting Dvdexpress
    149
  - Status Display Window
    149
  - DVD Player Controls
    150
  - Using the Dvdexpress Shortcut Keys
    154
  - Using Dvdexpress Options
    155
  - Playing Cds and Files
    156
- Exchanging Data with Another Computer
  158
  - Using the Computer's Telephony Feature
    159
  - Setting up for Communications
    160
  - Determining the Com Port
    161
  - Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
    163
  - Sending a Fax
    163
  - Connecting Directly to a Remote Computer
    163
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    163
  - Toshiba's Online Resources
    164
- Using MS-DOS Programs
  164
Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

167
- Fn-Esse
  167
- Hardware Setup
  172
  - Hardware Setup in Windows 98 Second Edition
    172
  - Hardware Setup in Windows NT
    174
- Tsetup
  177
- Using Power Management
  178
- Power Saver
  180
  - Power Saver in Windows 98 Second Edition
    180
  - Power Saver in Windows NT
    182
- Expansion Device Properties
  184
Chapter 8: Keeping Your Files Safe

187
Chapter 9: Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer

221
- Industry Standard Architecture
  221
  - Wired for Management
    221
  - Desktop Management Interface
    222
  - Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
    222
- Operating System Compatibility
  223
- System Management
  223
  - Asset Management
    223
  - Configuration Management
    224
  - Fault Management
    225
  - Enterprise Management Software Compatibility
    226
  - Advanced Features Via the Netdock
    227
- Security Management
  229
  - System Password in Flash, Not CMOS
    229
  - Supervisor Password
    229
  - Boot String
    230
  - Hard Disk Drive Password
    230
  - HDD Supervisor Level Password
    230
  - Eject Password
    231
  - Dock Prevention Lock
    231
  - Cable Connection
    231
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Guide

233
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  233
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  234
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  239
- Fixing Device-Related Problems
  242
  - Memory Card Problems
    242
  - Power and the Batteries
    243
  - Keyboard Problems
    245
  - Accupoint II Problems
    246
  - Display Problems
    246
  - Disk Drive Problems
    248
  - Modem Problems
    251
  - Problems with the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive
    252
  - Sound System Problems
    253
  - Optional Devices
    254
  - PC Card Problems
    254
  - Printer Problems
    258
- DVD Operating Problems-Windows 98 Second Edition
  259
  - Dvdexpress Problems
    262
    
    Minimum System Requirements
    264
    
    Error Messages
    265
- Developing Good Computing Habits
  268
- If You Need Further Assistance
  269
  - Contacting Toshiba
    270
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  273
Appendix A: Hot Keys

281
- Instant Password Security
  281
- Power Usage Mode
  282
- Shutdown Mode
  283
- Sound
  283
- Display Modes
  284
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  284
Appendix B: Features and Specifications

287
- Special Features
  292
- Power Devices
  294
- Memory Modules
  295
- Physical Dimensions
  296
Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors

299
Appendix D: System Resources

301
- Dma Channel Assignments
  303
Appendix E: Video Modes

309
- Glossary
  313
- Index
  343

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Toshiba 8100 series User Manual (350 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Chapter 3: Connecting Other External Devices

Chapter 4: Learning the Basics

Chapter 5: Power Management

Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 8: Keeping Your Files Safe

Chapter 9: Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer

Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Guide

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Features and Specifications

Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors

Appendix D: System Resources

Appendix E: Video Modes

Toshiba 8100 series Service Manual (9 pages)

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