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Toshiba Satellite P30 User Manual (230 pages)

P30-S6362ST User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.44 MB

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
13
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
14
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
19
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
20
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
28
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
- Setting up Your Computer
  47
- Connecting to a Power Source
  49
- Charging the Main Battery
  52
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  53
- Using the Touchpad
  55
- Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
  58
  - Removing a Memory Module
    62
- Using a Mouse
  64
- Connecting a Local Printer
  64
  - Setting up Your Printer
    65
- Using External Display Devices
  68
- Turning off the Computer
  72
- Caring for Your Computer
  73
  - Cleaning the Computer
    73
  - Moving the Computer
    73
  - Using a Computer Lock
    74
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

75
- Computing Tips
  75
- Using the Keyboard
  77
  - Character Keys
    77
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    78
  - Function Keys
    78
  - Windows ® Special Keys
    78
  - Overlay Keys
    79
  - Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
    79
- Starting a Program
  80
- Saving Your Work
  83
- Saving Files
  84
- Printing Your Work
  85
- Backing up Your Files
  86
  - Restoring Your Work
    87
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  87
- Powering down the Computer
  99
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  106
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

107
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  107
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  108
  - Battery Notice
    108
  - Power Management
    109
  - Using Additional Batteries
    109
- Charging the Batteries
  110
  - Charging the Main Battery
    110
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    111
- Monitoring Battery Power
  112
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    113
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    114
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    115
  - Conserving Battery Power
    115
  - Power Profiles in Windows XP
    116
  - Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile
    117
- Changing the Main Battery
  118
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    118
  - Inserting the Battery into the Computer
    120
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  121
  - Safety Precautions
    121
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    122
- Disposing of Used Batteries
  123
- Traveling Tips
  124
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Options

125
- Exploring the Desktop
  125
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    126
  - System Tray
    128
- Setting up for Communications
  129
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  135
  - The Internet
    135
  - The World Wide Web
    135
  - Internet Service Providers
    136
  - Connecting to the Internet
    136
  - Surfing the Internet
    137
  - Internet Features
    137
  - Uploading and Downloading Files from the Internet
    138
- Exploring Video Features
  138
- Changing the Display Properties Setting
  139
  - Display Settings Hot Key
    139
- Exploring Audio Features
  140
  - Recording Sounds
    140
  - Using a Microphone
    141
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    142
- Connecting a Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse
  143
- Inserting and Removing PC Cards
  143
  - PC Card Supporting Software
    144
  - Inserting a PC Card
    144
  - Removing a PC Card
    145
  - Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
    146
  - Hot Swapping
    146
- Using the Bridge Media Slot
  147
  - Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO Media
    147
  - Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO Media
    148
  - Inserting an SD Card
    148
  - Removing an SD Card
    149
  - Inserting an XD-Picture Card
    149
  - Removing an XD-Picture Card
    150
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities

151
- TOSHIBA Console
  151
  - Customizing Your Computer
    152
  - Network
    152
  - Power Saver
    153
  - Mouse Utility
    155
  - Hotkey Utility
    155
  - CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
    156
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

157
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  157
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  159
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  160
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  163
  - A Plan of Action
    163
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    164
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    165
  - Memory Problems
    167
  - Power and the Batteries
    168
  - Keyboard Problems
    169
  - Display Problems
    170
  - Disk Drive Problems
    172
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    174
  - Sound System Problems
    175
  - PC Card Problems
    176
  - Printer Problems
    179
  - Modem Problems
    180
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  180
- If You Need Further Assistance
  181
  - Before You Call
    182
  - Contacting Toshiba
    182
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  183
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  184
Appendix A: Hot Keys

186
- Volume Mute
  186
- Instant Password Security
  187
  - Power Usage Profile
    187
- Stand by Mode
  188
- Hibernation Mode
  189
- Display Modes
  190
- Enabling a Wireless Device
  191
- Display Brightness
  191
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  192
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  192
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

193
- Toshiba Computer
  194
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

194
- Getting Started
  195
  - Starting Configfree
    195
- Configfree Utilities
  196
  - Connectivity Doctor
    196
  - Search for Wireless Devices
    199
  - Profile Settings
    201
  - Quick Connect
    203
- Using the Automatic Switch
  206
- Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
  207
- Glossary
  208
- Index
  223

Toshiba Satellite P30 User Manual (165 pages)

Toshiba Satellite P30-132: User Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.29 MB

Safety Instructions
3
When Using Your Computer
3
Fcc Information
5
Telephone Company Procedures
11
Type of Service
11
Fax Branding
12
If Problems Arise
12
General Precautions
14
Important Notice
14
Table of Contents
16
Preface

22
- Manual Contents
  23
Chapter 1 Introduction

25
- Equipment Checklist
  
  25
  - Hardware
    25
  - Software
    26
  - Documentation
    26
- Features
  
  27
  - Touch Pad
    29
  - Security Lock Slot
    36
- Special Features
  
  37
- Utilities
  
  39
- Options
  
  41
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

42
- Front with the Display Closed
  
  42
- Left Side
  
  43
- Right Side
  
  44
- Back Side
  
  45
- Underside
  
  46
- Front with the Display Open
  
  47
- System Status Indicators
  
  49
- Keyboard Indicators
  
  50
- Optical Media Drive
  
  51
  - Region Codes for DVD Drives and Media
    51
  - Writable Discs
    51
  - Cds
    51
  - Dvds
    51
  - Formats
    52
  - DVD±R/±RW (DVD Dual) Drive Supporting Double Layer
    52
  - DVD±R/±RW (DVD Dual) Drive
    53
  - DVD Super Multi Drive Supporting Double Layer
    53
  - DVD Super Multi Drive
    54
- AC Adaptor
  
  55
Chapter 3 Getting Started

56
- Setting up Your Work Space
  
  56
  - General Conditions
    57
  - Placement of Computer
    57
  - Seating and Posture
    58
  - Lighting
    58
  - Work Habits
    59
- Connecting the AC Adaptor
  
  60
- Opening the Display
  
  61
- Turning on the Power
  
  62
- Starting up for the First Time
  
  62
- Turning off the Power
  
  63
  - Shut down Mode (Boot Mode)
    63
  - Hibernation Mode
    63
    
    Starting Hibernation
    64
    
    Automatic Hibernation
    64
  - Standby Mode
    65
- Restarting the Computer
  
  67
- Restoring the Preinstalled Software
  
  67
  - Restoring TOSHIBA Utilities and Drivers
    67
Chapter 4 Operating Basics

68
- Using the Touch Pad
  
  68
- Using Optical Media Drives
  
  69
  - Loading Optical Media Discs
    70
  - Removing Optical Media Discs
    72
  - CD/DVD Button
    73
  - CD/DVD Play Control Buttons
    73
- Writing Cds on a CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive
  
  74
  - Important Message
    74
  - Disclaimer
    74
  - Before Writing or Rewriting
    75
- Writing CD/Dvds on a DVD±R/±RW Drive and a DVD±R/±RW Drive Supporting Double Layer
  
  76
  - Important Message
    76
  - Disclaimer
    76
  - Before Writing or Rewriting
    77
- Writing CD/Dvds on a DVD Super Multi Drive and a DVD Super Multi Drive Supporting Double Layer
  
  79
  - Important Message
    79
  - Disclaimer
    79
  - Before Writing or Rewriting
    80
  - Recordnow! Basic for TOSHIBA
    82
  - Data Verification
    83
  - DLA for TOSHIBA
    83
  - Video
    83
  - When Windvd Creator Platinum Is Used
    84
  - How to Make a DVD-Video
    84
  - How to Learn more about Intervideo Windvd Creator
    84
  - Important Information for Use
    85
  - Media Care
    87
  - Diskettes
    87
- Using the Internal Modem
  
  88
  - Important Safety Instructions
    88
  - Region Selection
    88
  - Properties Menu
    89
  - Setting
    89
  - Modem Selection
    89
  - Dialing Properties
    90
  - Connecting
    90
  - Disconnecting
    90
- Lan
  
  91
  - Connecting LAN Cable
    91
  - Disconnecting LAN Cable
    91
  - Wireless LAN
    92
  - Security
    92
  - Wireless Communication Switch
    92
  - Wireless Communication LED
    92
- TV-Out
  
  93
- Setting up more than One Display
  
  93
- Cleaning the Computer
  
  94
- Moving the Computer
  
  94
Chapter 5 The Keyboard

95
- Typewriter Keys
  
  95
- F1 ... F12 Function Keys
  
  96
- Soft Keys: Fn Key Combinations
  
  96
  - Emulation Keys
    96
- Hotkeys
  
  97
- Windows Special Keys
  
  98
- Keypad Overlay
  
  99
- Generating ASCII Characters
  
  100
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

101
- Power Conditions
  
  101
- Power Indicators
  
  102
  - Battery Indicator
    102
  - DC in Indicator
    103
  - Power Indicator
    103
- Battery Types
  
  103
  - Battery Pack
    104
  - Real Time Clock Battery
    104
- Care and Use of the Battery Pack
  
  105
  - Safety Precautions
    105
  - Charging the Batteries
    107
  - Battery Charging Notice
    108
  - Monitoring Battery Capacity
    109
  - Maximizing Battery Operating Time
    110
  - Retaining Data with Power off (Standby Mode)
    110
  - Extending Battery Life
    110
- Replacing the Battery Pack
  
  111
  - Removing the Battery Pack
    111
  - Installing the Battery Pack
    112
- Power-Up Modes
  
  112
- Panel Power Off/On
  
  113
- System Automatic Standby/ Hibernation
  
  113
Chapter 7 Optional Devices

114
- PC Cards
  
  115
  - Installing a PC Card
    115
  - Removing a PC Card
    116
- SD/MMC/SM/MS/MS Pro/XD Memory Cards
  
  117
  - Installing an Memory Card
    118
  - Removing a Memory Card
    119
  - Memory Card Care
    120
- Memory Expansion
  
  120
  - Installing Memory Module
    121
  - Removing Memory Module
    122
- Additional Battery Pack
  
  123
- Additional AC Adaptor
  
  123
- External Monitor
  
  124
- Television
  
  125
- I.link (IEEE1394)
  
  127
  - Precautions
    127
  - Connecting
    127
  - Disconnecting
    127
- Security Lock
  
  128
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

129
- Problem Solving Process
  
  129
  - Preliminary Checklist
    130
  - Analyzing the Problem
    130
- Hardware and System Checklist
  
  131
  - System Start-Up
    132
  - Self Test
    132
  - Power
    133
  - Keyboard
    135
  - LCD Panel
    135
  - Hard Disk Drive
    136
  - CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive
    136
  - DVD±R/±RW Drive (DVD Dual Drive)
    138
  - DVD Super Multi Drive
    139
  - Diskette Drive
    141
  - Sound System
    141
  - PC Card
    141
  - Memory Cards
    142
  - Pointing Device
    142
  - Usb
    143
  - Usb Mouse
    143
  - Standby/Hibernation
    144
  - Real Time Clock
    144
  - Memory Expansion
    145
    
    Modem
    145
    
    Lan
    146
    
    Wireless LAN
    146
    
    Monitor
    147
    
    I.link (IEEE1394)
    147
  - TOSHIBA Support
    148
    
    Before You Call
    148
    
    Where to Write
    148
Specifications

149
- Environmental Requirements
  149
Appendix A Specifications

151
Display Modes

151
- Displaying Movies on a Tv or Crt
  152
Appendix B Display Modes

155
Power Cable Connectors

155
Appendix C Power Cable Connectors

156
If Your Computer Is Stolen

156
- Toshiba Theft Registration
  157

Toshiba Satellite P30 Maintenance Manual (208 pages)

Toshiba Personal Computer

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 8.22 MB

Table of Contents

7
Table of Contents

13
- Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
  
  15
  - Features
    15
  - System Unit
    19
    
    Inch Hard Disk Drive
    23
    
    Removable Drives
    24
    
    DVD-R/-RW Drive
    28
    
    DVD Super Multi Drive
    29
    
    Power Supply
    30
    
    Batteries
    32
    
    Main Battery
    32
    
    RTC Battery
    33
- Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Procedures
  
  35
  - Troubleshooting Flowchart
    37
Table of Contents

38
Test and Diagnostic Operation Handbook

82
- Config Check Test
  83
- The Diagnostic Test
  83
- Chapter 3 Tests and Diagnostics
  
  84
  - DMI Check Test
    84
    
    Config Check Test
    88
    
    DMI Check Test
    89
    
    Speaker Audio Test
    90
    
    Fan ON/OFF Test
    91
    
    Main Battery Charge Test
    92
    
    FDD Test
    93
    
    CD-ROM Test
    94
    
    Keyboard Test
    95
    
    Mouse (Pad) Test
    98
    
    LCD Pixels Mode Test
    100
    
    Lid Switch Test
    101
    
    HDD R/W Test
    102
    
    LAN Test
    104
    
    RTC Test
    106
    
    CD Control Button Test
    107
  - Executing the Diagnostic Test
    84
Table of Contents

110
- Chapter 4 Contents
  
  113
  - General
    113
    
    Safety Precautions
    115
  - Battery
    116
    
    Disassembly Procedures
    117
    
    Tools and Equipment
    118
  - Battery
    119
    
    Installing the Battery Pack
    119
    
    Removing the Battery Pack
    119
  - PC Card
    120
  - Hdd
    122
    
    Installing the Hdd
    123
  - Optical Drive Module
    124
  - Optical Drive
    125
  - Wireless LAN Unit
    126
  - Expansion Memory
    129
  - Keyboard
    132
    
    Installing the Keyboard
    134
  - Modem
    135
  - Display Assembly
    137
    
    Installing the Display Assembly
    140
  - Top Cover
    141
    
    Removing the Covers
    141
    
    Installing the Top Cover
    142
  - Touch Pad
    143
    
    Installing the Touch Pad
    144
  - Speakers
    145
  - System Board
    146
    
    Installing the System Board
    147
  - Fan, Heat Sink, & CPU
    148
    
    Installing the Cpu
    150
  - Display Mask
    151
    
    Installing the Display Mask
    152
  - LCD Module
    153
    
    FL Inverter Board
    154
  - FL Inverter Board
    155
    
    Appendices
    156
- Appendix A Handling the LCD Module
  
  158
- Appendix B Board Layout
  
  158
- Appendix C Pin Assignments
  
  158
- Appendix E Key Layout
  
  158
- Appendix F Series Screw Torque List
  
  158
- Appendix G Reliability
  
  158
  - Table
    160
- Appendix A Handling the LCD Module
  
  161
- Appendix B Board Layout
  
  167
- Appendix C Pin Assignments
  
  173
- Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes
  
  189
- Appendix E Key Layout
  
  197
- Appendix F Series Screw Torque List
  
  205
- Appendix G Reliability
  
  207

Toshiba Satellite P30 User Manual (170 pages)

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.5 MB

Macrovision License of Notice
3
When Using Your Computer
4
Safety Instructions
4
- Fcc Information
  6
- Telephone Company Procedures
  12
- Fax Branding
  13
- If Problems Arise
  13
- General Conditions
  17
- Important Notice
  18
General Precautions
18
- Copy Protection
  19
- Table of Contents
  21
Preface

24
- Manual Contents
  24
- Conventions
  25
Introduction

27
- Equipment Checklist
  27
- Features
  29
- Touch Pad
  31
- Special Features
  35
- Utilities
  38
- Options
  40
The Grand Tour

41
- Front with the Display Closed
  41
- Left Side
  42
- Right Side
  44
- Back Side
  45
- Underside
  46
- Front with the Display Open
  47
- System Status Indicators
  49
- Keyboard Indicators
  50
- Optical Media Drive
  50
  - Writable Discs
    51
  - DVD Super Multi Drive Supporting Double Layer
    52
- AC Adaptor
  53
Getting Started

55
- Setting up Your Work Space
  55
- Connecting the AC Adaptor
  59
- Opening the Display
  60
- Turning on the Power
  60
- Starting up for the First Time
  61
- Turning off the Power
  61
  - Hibernation Mode
    62
  - Starting Hibernation
    63
  - Automatic Hibernation
    63
  - Standby Mode
    64
- Restarting the Computer
  65
- Restoring the Preinstalled Software from the Product Recovery Disc
  66
Operating Basics

67
- Using the Touchpad
  67
- Using Optical Media Drives
  68
  - Loading Compact Discs
    69
  - Removing Compact Discs
    71
- Writing Cds on a CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive
  73
- When Writing or Rewriting
  74
- Writing CD/Dvds on a DVD Super Multi Drive and a DVD Super Multi Drive Supporting Double Layer
  75
  - Data Verification
    79
  - Dla for Toshiba
    80
  - When Using Windvd Creator Platinum 2
    80
  - How to Learn more about Intervideo Windvd Creator
    81
  - Important Information for Use
    81
  - Media Care
    83
  - Toshiba Audio Effect
    84
- Using the Internal Modem
  85
  - Properties Menu
    86
  - Modem Selection
    86
  - Dialing Properties
    87
- Lan
  88
  - Connecting Lan Cable
    88
  - Disconnecting Lan Cable
    88
- Wireless Communications
  89
- TV-Out
  90
- Setting up more than One Display
  90
- Cleaning the Computer
  91
- Moving the Computer
  92
The Keyboard

93
- Typewriter Keys
  93
- F1 ... F12 Function Keys
  94
- Soft Keys: Fn Key Combinations
  94
- Hotkeys
  95
- Windows Special Keys
  96
- Keypad Overlay
  96
  - Arrow Mode
    97
  - Numeric Mode
    97
- Generating ASCII Characters
  98
Power and Power-Up Modes

99
- Power Conditions
  99
- Power Indicators
  100
- Battery Types
  101
- Real Time Clock Battery
  102
- Care and Use of the Battery Pack
  103
  - Charging the Batteries
    105
  - Battery Charging Notice
    106
  - Monitoring Battery Capacity
    107
  - Maximizing Battery Operating Time
    107
- Replacing the Battery Pack
  108
- Installing the Battery Pack
  109
- Power-Up Modes
  110
- Panel Power Off/On
  110
- System Automatic Standby/Hibernation
  110
HW Setup

111
- Accessing HW Setup
  111
- HW Setup Window
  111
  - Boot Priority
    112
  - Legacy Usb Support
    113
Optional Devices

115
- Expresscard
  116
- Removing an Expresscard
  117
- PC Cards
  118
- Removing a Pc Card
  119
- SD/MMC/SM/MS/MS Pro/XD Memory Cards
  120
- Removing a Memory Card
  121
- Memory Expansion
  122
  - Installing Memory Module
    123
  - Removing Memory Module
    125
- Additional Battery Pack
  126
- Additional AC Adaptor
  126
- External Monitor
  126
- Television
  126
- I.link (IEEE1394)
  128
- Security Lock
  129
Troubleshooting

131
- Problem Solving Process
  131
  - Preliminary Checklist
    132
  - Analyzing the Problem
    132
- Hardware and System Checklist
  133
  - Self Test
    134
  - Overheating Power down
    134
  - Lcd Panel
    137
  - Hard Disk Drive
    138
  - DVD Super Multi Drive
    141
  - Diskette Drive
    142
  - Sound System
    142
  - Memory Cards
    143
  - Pointing Device
    143
  - Usb Mouse
    144
  - Real Time Clock
    146
  - Wireless Lan
    148
- TOSHIBA Support
  150
Appendix A Specifications

153
- Display Modes
  155
- Displaying Movies on a Tv or Crt
  155
- Ac Power Cord and Connectors
  159
- Certification Agencies
  159

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Toshiba Satellite P30 User Manual (230 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Options

Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

Toshiba Satellite P30 User Manual (165 pages)

Table of Contents

Preface

Chapter 1 Introduction

Equipment Checklist

Features

Special Features

Utilities

Options

Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

Front with the Display Closed

Left Side

Right Side

Back Side

Underside

Front with the Display Open

System Status Indicators

Keyboard Indicators

Optical Media Drive

AC Adaptor

Chapter 3 Getting Started

Setting up Your Work Space

Connecting the AC Adaptor

Opening the Display

Turning on the Power

Starting up for the First Time

Turning off the Power

Restarting the Computer

Restoring the Preinstalled Software

Chapter 4 Operating Basics

Using the Touch Pad

Using Optical Media Drives

Writing Cds on a CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive

Writing CD/Dvds on a DVD±R/±RW Drive and a DVD±R/±RW Drive Supporting Double Layer

Writing CD/Dvds on a DVD Super Multi Drive and a DVD Super Multi Drive Supporting Double Layer

Using the Internal Modem

Lan

TV-Out

Setting up more than One Display

Cleaning the Computer

Moving the Computer

Chapter 5 The Keyboard

Typewriter Keys

F1 ... F12 Function Keys

Soft Keys: Fn Key Combinations

Hotkeys

Windows Special Keys

Keypad Overlay

Generating ASCII Characters

Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

Power Conditions

Power Indicators

Battery Types

Care and Use of the Battery Pack

Replacing the Battery Pack

Power-Up Modes

Panel Power Off/On

System Automatic Standby/ Hibernation

Chapter 7 Optional Devices

PC Cards

SD/MMC/SM/MS/MS Pro/XD Memory Cards

Memory Expansion

Additional Battery Pack

Additional AC Adaptor

External Monitor

Television

I.link (IEEE1394)

Security Lock