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Toshiba A8-S8514 User Manual (306 pages)
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Tecra A8
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.41 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
12
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
18
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
19
Regulatory Statements
20
Table of Contents
26
Introduction
35
This Guide
36
Safety Icons
37
Other Icons Used
38
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
39
Chapter 1: Getting Started
40
Selecting a Place to Work
40
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
40
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
41
Precautions
41
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
43
Setting up Your Computer
44
Setting up Your Software
45
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
46
Adding Optional External Devices
47
Connecting to a Power Source
47
Charging the Main Battery
51
Using the Computer for the First Time
52
Opening the Display Panel
52
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
53
Turning on the Power
53
Adding Memory (Optional)
55
Installing a Memory Module
55
Removing a Memory Module
60
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
63
Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
64
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Partition
65
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Media
71
Installing Drivers and Applications
74
Using the Touchpad
75
Scrolling with the Touchpad
75
Control Buttons
76
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
76
Using External Display Devices
78
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
78
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
80
Using an External Keyboard
80
Using a Mouse
80
Connecting a Printer
81
Setting up a Printer
82
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
83
Turning off the Computer
84
Options for Turning off the Computer
84
Hibernation Mode
85
Standby Mode
86
Using the Turn off Computer or Shut down Commands
87
Using and Configuring Hibernation Mode
89
Using and Configuring Standby Mode
91
Closing the Display Panel
93
Caring for Your Computer
93
Cleaning the Computer
93
Moving the Computer
93
Using a Computer Lock
94
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
95
Computing Tips
95
Using the Keyboard
97
Character Keys
97
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
97
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
98
Function Keys
98
Windows Special Keys
99
Overlay Keys
99
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
100
Starting a Program
100
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
101
Starting a Program from Windows Explorer
101
Starting a Program from the Run Dialog Box
102
Saving Your Work
103
Saving Files
104
File Names
104
Printing Your Work
105
Backing up Your Work
106
Restoring Your Work
107
Using the Optical Drive
107
Optical Drive Components
108
Inserting a Compact Disc
109
Playing an Audio CD
111
Playing Cds
112
Creating a CD
113
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
114
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
114
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
115
Toshiba's Online Resources
115
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
116
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
116
Running the Computer on Battery Power
116
Battery Notice
117
Power Management
118
Using Additional Batteries
118
Charging Batteries
119
Charging the Main Battery
119
Charging the RTC Battery
120
Monitoring Main Battery Power
121
Determining Remaining Battery Power
123
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
123
Setting Battery Alarms
124
Conserving Battery Power
125
Power Profiles
126
Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile
127
Changing the Main Battery
128
Removing the Battery from the Computer
128
Inserting a Charged Battery
130
Taking Care of Your Battery
131
Safety Precautions
131
Maximizing Battery Life
132
Disposing of Used Batteries
133
Traveling Tips
134
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
135
Exploring the Desktop
135
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
136
Setting up for Communications
138
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
140
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
141
An Overview of Using the Internet
144
The Internet
144
The World Wide Web
145
Internet Service Providers
145
Connecting to the Internet
145
Surfing the Internet
146
Internet Features
146
Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
147
Exploring Audio Features
147
Recording Sounds
148
Using External Speakers or Headphones
149
Using PC Cards
150
Inserting a PC Card
151
Removing a PC Card
151
Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
152
Using the SD Slot
152
Inserting Memory Media
152
Removing Memory Media
153
Using the I.link ® Port
154
Using an Expansion Device
155
Using an Optional Advanced Port Replicator III Plus with Your Computer
155
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
156
Toshiba Assist
157
Connect
158
Secure
159
Protect & Fix
160
Optimize
161
Toshiba Application Installer
162
Setting Passwords
163
Using an Instant Password
164
Setting a User Password
164
Disabling a User Password
165
Using a Supervisor or User Password
165
Setting a Supervisor Password
165
Deleting a Supervisor Password
166
Toshiba Password Utility
167
PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
168
HDD Protection Utility
170
Fn-Esse
171
Starting Fn-Esse
171
Using Drag-And-Drop to Assign a Key
172
Using the Keyboard or Pointing Device to Assign a Key
173
Viewing Existing Key Assignments
174
Changing or Removing Existing Key Assignments
175
Toshiba Hotkey Utility
175
Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
176
Toshiba SD™ Memory Boot Utility
177
Booting from a Bootable SD Card
178
Toshiba Power Saver
179
Preset Power Profiles
180
Quickly Creating a New Power Profile
180
Customizing a Power Profile
181
Mouse Utility
181
Toshiba Hardware Setup
182
Toshiba Mobile Extension
185
Toshiba Zooming Utility
186
Toshiba Button Controls
188
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
189
Toshiba Accessibility
190
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
191
Fingerprint Authentication Utility
192
Fingerprint Utility Limitations
192
Fingerprint Enrollment
192
Fingerprint Logon
194
Power-On Security
194
Control Center
196
Password Bank
198
Care and Maintenance of Your Fingerprint Sensor
202
Fingerprint Sensor Limitations
204
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
205
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
205
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
207
The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
209
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
210
Internet Problems
211
The Windows XP Operating System Can Help You
211
Resolving a Hardware Conflict
212
A Plan of Action
212
Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
213
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
214
Memory Problems
216
Power and the Batteries
217
Keyboard Problems
219
Display Problems
220
Disk Drive Problems
222
Optical Drive Problems
225
Sound System Problems
226
PC Card Problems
226
Printer Problems
230
Modem Problems
231
Wireless Networking Problems
232
DVD Operating Problems
235
Develop Good Computing Habits
238
Data and System Configuration Backup in Windows XP
239
If You Need Further Assistance
245
Before You Contact Toshiba
245
Contacting Toshiba
246
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
247
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
248
Appendix A: Hot Keys
250
Volume Mute
250
Password Security
251
Without a Password
251
With a Password
251
Maintaining Security When the Battery Is Not Fully Charged
252
Power Usage Mode
253
Standby Mode
254
Hibernation Mode
255
Display Modes
256
Display Brightness
257
Disabling or Enabling Wireless Devices
257
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
258
Zooming Applications In/Out
258
Keyboard Hot Keys
259
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
260
USA and Canada
260
United Kingdom
260
Australia
260
Europe
260
Computer
261
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba
262
Getting Started
262
Starting Configfree
262
Configfree Utilities
264
Connectivity Doctor
264
Search for Wireless Devices
267
Profile Settings
272
Configfree SUMMIT
276
Quick Connect
280
Using the Automatic Switch
283
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
283
Glossary
285
Index
300
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Toshiba A8-S8514 User Manual (239 pages)
A8-S8513 User's Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 8.24 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
12
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
19
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
20
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
20
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
27
Introduction
35
Safety Icons
37
Other Icons Used
38
This Guide
37
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Getting Started
39
Selecting a Place to Work
39
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
39
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
40
Precautions
40
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
41
Setting up Your Computer
42
Setting up Your Software
43
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
44
Adding Optional External Devices
44
Connecting to a Power Source
45
Charging the Main Battery
47
Using the Computer for the First Time
48
Opening the Display Panel
48
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
49
Turning on the Power
49
Adding Memory (Optional)
50
Installing a Memory Module
51
Removing a Memory Module
55
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
58
Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
58
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options
60
Installing Drivers and Applications
65
Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device
66
Using the Touchpad
66
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
67
Disabling or Enabling the Dual Pointing Device
67
Using External Display Devices
68
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
68
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
69
Using an External Keyboard
69
Using a Mouse
69
Connecting a Printer
70
Setting up a Printer
70
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
71
Turning off the Computer
72
Options for Turning off the Computer
72
Using the Shut down Command
75
Using and Configuring Hibernation Mode
77
Using and Configuring Sleep Mode
79
Closing the Display Panel
82
Customizing Your Computer's Settings
82
Caring for Your Computer
82
Cleaning the Computer
82
Moving the Computer
82
Using a Computer Lock
83
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
84
Computing Tips
84
Using the Keyboard
85
Character Keys
85
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
86
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
86
Function Keys
86
Special Windows ® Keys
87
Overlay Keys
87
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
88
Starting a Program
88
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
88
Starting a Program from Windows
89
Explorer
89
Starting a Program Using the Start Search Field
90
Saving Your Work
90
Printing Your Work
92
Backing up Your Work
93
Restoring Your Work
93
Using the Optical Drive
93
Optical Drive Components
94
Inserting a Compact Disc
95
Playing an Audio CD
96
Playing Optical Media
97
Creating a CD/DVD
98
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
98
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
99
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
99
Toshiba's Online Resources
99
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
100
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
100
Running the Computer on Battery Power
101
Battery Notice
101
Power Management
102
Using Additional Batteries
102
Charging Batteries
103
Charging the Main Battery
103
Charging the RTC Battery
104
Monitoring Main Battery Power
105
Determining Remaining Battery Power
106
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
107
Setting Battery Notifications
107
Conserving Battery Power
108
Power Plans
109
Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Plan
110
Changing the Main Battery
111
Removing the Battery from the Computer
111
Inserting a Charged Battery
113
Taking Care of Your Battery
113
Safety Precautions
114
Maintaining Your Battery
114
Disposing of Used Batteries
115
Traveling Tips
117
Exploring Your Computer's Features
118
Exploring the Desktop
118
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
119
Setting up for Communications
121
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
122
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
123
An Overview of Using the Internet
125
The Internet
125
The World Wide Web
126
Internet Service Providers
126
Connecting to the Internet
126
Surfing the Internet
127
Internet Features
127
Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
127
Exploring Audio Features
128
Recording Sounds
128
Using External Speakers or Headphones
129
Using PC Cards
129
Inserting a PC Card
130
Removing a PC Card
130
Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
131
Using the SD Slot
131
Inserting Memory Media
131
Removing Memory Media
132
Using the I.link ® Port
133
Using an Expansion Device
133
Using an Optional Advanced Port Replicator III Plus with Your Computer
133
Chapter 4: Toshiba Utilities
134
TOSHIBA Assist
135
Connect
136
Secure
137
Protect & Fix
138
Optimize
139
Toshiba Application Installer
140
Setting Passwords
140
Using an Instant Password
141
Setting a User Password
141
Disabling a User Password
142
Using a User Password
142
Deleting a User Password
144
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
144
HDD Protection Utility
145
Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
146
Toshiba SD™ Memory Boot Utility
147
Booting from a Bootable SD Card
148
Mouse Utility
149
Toshiba Hardware Setup
150
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
152
Toshiba Button Controls
153
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
154
TOSHIBA Accessibility
155
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
156
Fingerprint Authentication Utility
157
Fingerprint Utility Limitations
157
Fingerprint Enrollment
157
Fingerprint Logon
159
Power-On Security
159
Control Center
160
Password Bank
162
Care and Maintenance of Your Fingerprint Reader
165
Fingerprint Reader Limitations
167
Configfree
167
Getting Started
168
Configfree Utilities
168
Chapter 5: If Something Goes Wrong
171
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
171
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
173
The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
175
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
176
Internet Problems
177
The Windows Operating System Can Help You
177
Resolving a Hardware Conflict
177
A Plan of Action
178
Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
178
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
179
Memory Problems
180
Power and the Batteries
181
Keyboard Problems
182
Display Problems
183
Disk Drive Problems
185
Optical Drive Problems
187
Sound System Problems
188
PC Card Problems
188
Printer Problems
190
Modem Problems
191
Wireless Networking Problems
192
DVD Operating Problems
194
Develop Good Computing Habits
195
Data and System Configuration Backup in Windows
196
If You Need Further Assistance
200
Before You Contact Toshiba
200
Contacting Toshiba
201
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
201
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
202
Appendix A: Hot Keys
204
Hot Key Cards
204
Using the Hot Key Cards
205
Application Cards
206
Using the Application Cards
206
Card Case
207
Hot Key Functions
208
Volume Mute
208
Password Security
209
Power Plan
210
Sleep Mode
211
Hibernation Mode
212
Display Modes
213
Display Brightness
214
Disabling or Enabling Wireless Devices
215
Disabling or Enabling the Dual Mode Pad
216
Changing Screen Resolution
217
Keyboard Hot Key Functions
218
Toshiba A8-S8514 Specifications (9 pages)
Toshiba Tecra A8-S8514: Specifications
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 0.18 MB
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