Page 1 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 page 223 in this guide. TOSHIBA ® 2455 Series ® Center “If Something Goes Wrong” on C6634-0103M1...
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 equipment. Operation with noncompliant 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 or expansion unit's serial port, parallel port, monitor port, USB port, ®...
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 Canada – Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. L ‘...
Page 9 België/ For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is allowed. Belgique: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m.
Page 10 Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of two types of antennas. The both of antenna types, when installed are located at...
Page 11 For both antennas, 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 12 DS.This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. 4.The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 2,400MHz to 2,483.5MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday – Friday: Toll Free Tel: Direct Dial:...
Page 13: Device Authorization
❖ 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 14 Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Austria Denmark Germany Ireland Luxembourg New Zealand Portugal Switzerland Card from Toshiba is far Belgium Finland Greece Italy Mexico Norway Spain...
Page 15 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 16 WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc. Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Toshiba under license. PS/2 is a registered trademark of IBM, Inc.
Page 17 All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org.
Page 18: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ...27 This guide ... 27 Safety icons ... 28 Other icons used... 29 Other documentation ... 29 Service options ... 30 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ... 31 Making sure you have everything ... 31 Front with the display closed ... 32 Back ...
Page 19 Keeping yourself comfortable ... 44 Precautions... 47 Setting up your computer ... 49 Setting up your software... 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba ... 50 Adding external devices ... 51 Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive... 52 Connecting to a power source ... 52 Charging the main battery...
Page 20 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ... 83 Function keys... 84 Windows Overlay keys... 85 Emulating a full-size keyboard ... 86 TOSHIBA Console button ... 87 Starting a program... 87 Saving your work ... 87 Printing your work ... 88 Using diskettes ... 89 Inserting and removing diskettes...
Page 21 Going into Standby mode more quickly ... 116 Starting again from Standby ... 119 Toshiba’s online resources... 119 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ... 120 Toshiba’s energy-saver design ... 120 Running the computer on battery power ... 121 Power management ... 122 Charging the battery ... 122 Charging the RTC battery...
Page 22 Contents Disposing of used batteries safely ... 133 Traveling tips... 133 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows Operating System... 135 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ... 136 Finding your way around the desktop ... 136 Windows Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together ...
Page 23 Personalizing your desktop... 166 Customizing the taskbar ... 166 Bringing the world to your desktop... 167 Changing desktop and browsing style ... 168 Personalizing individual windows ... 169 Customizing window toolbars... 170 Displaying information about each folder ... 171 Using your computer at the office... 172 Setting up for communications...
Page 24 Hot swapping a PC Card ... 191 Using SD cards ... 192 Inserting an SD card ... 192 Removing an SD card ... 193 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities ... 194 TOSHIBA Accessibility ... 194 Fn-esse ... 195 Starting Fn-esse... 196 Assigning a key to a program or document ...
Page 25 Chapter 8: WinDVD™ ... 209 Playing DVDs ... 209 Using the WinDVD slider bar (location) ... 211 Using the WinDVD control panel... 212 Using the control panel playback buttons ... 213 Maximizing the video window ... 217 Using WinDVD advanced features... 218 Using playlists ...
Page 26 Develop good computing habits ... 253 If you need further assistance... 255 Before you call ... 255 Contacting Toshiba ... 255 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ... 256 Toshiba’s worldwide offices ... 257 Appendix A: Hot Keys ... 260 Volume Mute... 260 Instant password security...
Page 27: Introduction
Your operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access. This guide contains information about your operating system and how it functions with your Toshiba computer. For specific information on the software, see the Microsoft booklet that shipped with your computer.
Page 28: Safety Icons
Introduction Safety icons If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most. Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal...
Page 29: Other Icons Used
Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery CDs. ❖ For accessory information, visit Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com. ❖ The Microsoft which explains the features of the operating system.
Page 30: Service Options
Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ Toshiba’s Web site at If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Something Goes Wrong” on page warranty programs. For more information, visit toshiba.com...
Page 31: Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around
Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific 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 32: Front With The Display Closed
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed The CD/DVD control buttons allow you to play audio CDs when the computer is turned off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs with the computer turned on. For a description of these controls, see on page The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked.
Page 33: Back
Back LAN active indicator Network Link indicator DC-IN S-video port ports The DC-IN is where you plug in the AC adapter for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The LAN active indicator glows orange when data is being exchanged between the computer and the LAN (local area network).
Page 34: Right Side
Finding Your Way Around Right side The RGB (monitor) port allows you to connect an external monitor. The cooling vents prevent the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure you don’t block the cooling vents.
Page 35: Left Side
The SD (Secure Digital) card slot holds a highly secure, stamp-size flash memory card. The card can be used with a variety of digital I/O (input/output) products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. The SD card LED glows when the SD card is in use. The modem port lets you use a standard RJ11 telephone cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line.
Page 36 Finding Your Way Around Left side The cooling vents prevent the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure you don’t block the cooling vents. The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional PORT- Noteworthy to secure it to a large, heavy object such as your desk.
Page 37: Front With The Display Open
The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a full- size keyboard. For more information, see keyboard” on page Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open CD/DVD control buttons System indicator panel 260. Internet button TOSHIBA Console button TV button Keyboard indicator lights Speaker Palm rest...
Page 38 LCD screen and viewing it on a TV when connected to your computer’s S-video port. For more information, see “Connecting a TV to your computer” on page The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions. For information on the TOSHIBA Console, see The Internet button turns on the computer and launches your default Internet browser.
Page 39: Keyboard Indicator Lights
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Keyboard indicator lights The cursor control mode light glows green 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 40: System Indicator Panel
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open System indicator panel The CD/DVD indicator light glows green when a CD or DVD is playing. The audio digital light glows green when audio digital files are playing. The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an external power source.
Page 41: Cd/Dvd Control Buttons
The Slim SelectBay activity light glows green when the computer is accessing a DVD-ROM or multi-function drive or optional hard disk drive in the Slim SelectBay. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data. CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons on the front of the computer are for playing CDs, DVDs and digital audio files.
Page 42: Underside
Finding Your Way Around Underside The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. Press the button again to eject the disc. NOTE: If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will start up and you will need to log on before being able to play a CD or DVD.
Page 43: 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 44: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
Page 45 twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen without slouching. ❖ 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.
Page 46 Getting Started Selecting a place to work If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs. ❖...
Page 47: Precautions
❖ Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to improve circulation. WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician.
Page 48 Getting Started Selecting a place to work too hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, for example), your skin might suffer low-heat injury. ❖...
Page 49: Setting Up Your Computer
Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See on page Setting up your software NOTE: The names of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may vary depending on your software setup choices.
Page 50: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba
Toshiba and Microsoft. 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. If you selected Yes in step 5, enter your personal information in the registration window.
Page 51: 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 mouse (see ❖...
Page 52: Connecting An Optional External Usb Diskette Drive
Getting Started Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive You can attach an optional external USB diskette drive to use diskettes with your computer. These drives hold 3.5-inch diskettes. Sample external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the drive’s cable to one of the computer’s USB ports.
Page 53 CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter.
Page 54 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the computer. Connecting the AC adapter to the computer Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet. If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel’s AC power light ( ) glows green.
Page 55: Charging The Main Battery
DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cable. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of electric shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands.
Page 56: Using The Computer For The First Time
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch 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.
Page 57: Activating The Power-On Password
If the password is incorrect, you will be prompted to try again. NOTE: If you forget your power-on password and therefore can’t turn on your computer, take your computer to a Toshiba authorized service center for help. Getting Started Using the computer for the first time key.
Page 58: Using The Touchpad
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time After the third incorrect password submission, the system automatically shuts down. 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.
Page 59 Using the computer for the first time twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button. The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button.
Page 60: Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
A message will display. If this occurs, contact Toshiba’s support center. See page 256. HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, visit the Toshiba Web site at toshiba.com. 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...
Page 61 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. Open the display panel and remove the panel above the keyboard that contains the power and TOSHIBA Console buttons. CAUTION: When removing the computer’s power and TOSHIBA Console button panel to install additional memory, be careful not to damage the display or circuit board.
Page 62 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Using a flat-head screwdriver to pry off the panel You can pry the panel out of its position by using a flat- head screwdriver. Starting at the left or right side, carefully wedge the flat-head screwdriver between the panel and the surrounding housing.
Page 63 Installing additional memory (optional) The two-inch-long, propeller-shaped brace sits in the center of the area exposed when the panel is removed. NOTE: Observe how the propeller-shaped keyboard retaining brace is positioned before you remove it. Store the brace with the screws for safekeeping. Removing the right keyboard screw Lift the keyboard and gently place it face down on the palm rest of the computer.
Page 64 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Removing the keyboard exposes the two memory slots, which are covered by a plastic sheet. Covered memory slots Locating the covered memory module slots Lift (but don’t detach) the plastic sheet to expose the memory slots.
Page 65 Installing additional memory (optional) Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 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 pin connector (on the side you insert into the computer).
Page 66: Removing A Memory Module
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) To secure the keyboard, fit the tabs at the bottom of the keyboard into the corresponding slots at the top of the computer’s palm rest. Fasten the keyboard with the keyboard retaining brace and screws. Replace the panel above the keyboard by doing the following: ❖...
Page 67 Installing additional memory (optional) CAUTION: Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the device. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost.
Page 68: Checking Total Memory
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Carefully remove the module from the slot. 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 pin connector (on the side you insert into the computer).
Page 69: Connecting An Optional Slim Selectbay Module
Connecting an optional Slim SelectBay module Click System. The General tab view automatically appears and shows the recognized memory. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the keyboard and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in (optional)”...
Page 70 Getting Started Connecting an optional Slim SelectBay module Please see “Inserting an optional hard disk drive into its module” on page To install a Slim SelectBay module: Save your work. Turn off the computer via the Start menu. Remove all cables connected to the computer. Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down.
Page 71: Removing An Optional Slim Selectbay Module
Connecting an optional Slim SelectBay module Removing an optional Slim SelectBay module To remove a Slim SelectBay module: Make sure the module isn’t in use. Save your work. Turn off the computer via the Start menu. Remove all cables connected to the computer. Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down.
Page 72 Getting Started Connecting an optional Slim SelectBay module Inserting an optional hard disk drive into its module Before you install an optional hard disk drive module in the Slim SelectBay, you must first add the optional hard disk drive to its module. To add the optional hard disk drive to its module: Slide the lock on the module to the unlocked position and open the module lid.
Page 73 Connecting an optional Slim SelectBay module Inserting the optional hard disk drive in its module Close the module lid and slide the lock to the locked position. Closing the module lid The module is ready to be inserted into the Slim SelectBay.
Page 74: Connecting A Mouse
Getting Started Connecting a mouse Connecting a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the computer’s built-in pointing device. To connect a USB mouse, plug the mouse cable into one of the USB ports. Connecting a printer You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through a USB port.
Page 75: Setting Up A Printer
Setting up a printer If you started your computer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). If this is not the case, then you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer.
Page 76 Getting Started Setting up a printer Sample Add Printer Wizard Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the operating system recognizes it automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section.
Page 77: Powering Off The Computer
Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to select your printer. From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your printer, then click Next. Select the port settings according to the instructions in your printer’s documentation and the port to which your printer is connected, then click Next.
Page 78: Caring For Your Computer
Getting Started Caring for your computer 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. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is fully charged. Guidelines for powering off the computer: ❖...
Page 79: Moving The Computer
You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or visit Toshiba’s Web site at Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk.
Page 80 Getting Started Caring for your computer To secure the computer: Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. Pass the locking end through the loop. Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot, then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it.
Page 81: 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 temporarily stays in the computer’s 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 82 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ 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 83: Using The Keyboard
Using the keyboard Function keys Parts of the keyboard 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. ❖...
Page 84: Function Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard , and Ctrl program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. Function keys through programmed functions when you press them.
Page 85: Overlay Keys
Overlay keys Sample keyboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the ten-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard. Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press simultaneously.
Page 86: Emulating A Full-Size Keyboard
Learning the Basics Emulating a full-size keyboard To use the cursor control overlay when the numeric overlay is on, press and hold down keys. To return to the numeric overlay, release To turn off the numeric keypad overlay, hold down the and press Using the cursor control overlay To turn on the cursor control overlay, press...
Page 87: Toshiba Console Button
TOSHIBA Console button The TOSHIBA Console button provides quick access to some common functions. When the default setting is active, the TOSHIBA Console button brings up the TOSHIBA Console. For more information, see page 200. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on.
Page 88: Printing Your Work
Learning the Basics Printing your work Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. Check your programs’ documentation to see whether they have an automatic save feature. To save: ❖ A file you are updating, open the program’s File menu and click Save.
Page 89: Using Diskettes
Using diskettes For those systems with an optional external USB diskette drive, the 3.5-inch diskette drive, lets you use either double- density (720 KB) or high-density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage. Sample diskette drive The disc/disk activity indicator flashes when the diskette drive is in use.
Page 90: Backing Up Your Files
Learning the Basics Backing up your files ❖ Never touch the magnetic surface of a diskette. Fingerprints can prevent the drive from reading the data stored on a diskette. ❖ Never twist or bend a diskette. ❖ Keep diskettes at room temperature and avoid exposing them to direct sunlight.
Page 91: Playing A Cd Or Dvd
Click the icon for the diskette drive (3 1/2 floppy [A:]). HINT: You can also back up a file to a diskette by clicking the file (or files) you want to backup with the secondary button, then pointing to Send To and clicking 3 1/2 Floppy (A:). Playing a CD or DVD Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video.
Page 92: Components
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Components Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Use the eject button to open the disc tray. This button requires power to operate. CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the disk/disc activity light is flashing.
Page 93: Cd/Dvd And Digital Audio Modes
If a DVD is in the drive, the operating system starts and the DVD player starts. Power is on, If an audio CD is in the operating drive, the Toshiba Media system is Player starts and the audio running files begin to play. and you...
Page 94 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD If the computer is turned on, press the eject button on the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive. The disc tray partially opens. CAUTION: To avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray.
Page 95 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place. Spindle Disc Positioning the disc on the spindle CAUTION: Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle. If you position the disc incorrectly, it can jam the disc tray.
Page 96: Playing An Audio Cd
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window. To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player option and click OK.
Page 97 Rewind Play Stop Previous track Next track Mute Sample Windows Media The Windows Media an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ 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. Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Fast forward...
Page 98: Playing A Dvd
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Playing a DVD This manual has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVD. For information about how to play back a DVD, see “WinDVD™” on page Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard disk.
Page 99: Removing A Disc With The Computer Off
Removing a disc with the computer off Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject button access hole. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its protective cover.
Page 100: Using The Dvd-Rom Or Multi-Function Drive
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Your computer may come with a DVD-ROM or multi- function drive that allows you to: ❖ Play prerecorded DVDs (DVD-ROM, multi-function drives) ❖ Play prerecorded CDs ❖...
Page 101: Connecting The Modem To A Phone Line
Plug the other end of the RJ11 telephone cable into the modular jack of a standard voice-grade telephone line. NOTE: For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network remotely, using the built-in modem and a dial-up connection.
Page 102: Powering Down The Computer
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Enter the phone number of your network connection and let the program dial the number. The computer connects with the network. Powering down the computer When you power down the computer, you have a number of options to choose from: ❖...
Page 103: Restart Command
Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is turned off. This is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power.
Page 104: Standby Command
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down than the Standby mode, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, and opens all the programs and files you were using.
Page 105 The Turn off computer window appears. Sample Turn off computer window Click Turn Off. The computer turns itself off. If you are using the Windows are a member of a domain, power off the computer as follows: Click the Start button, then Shut down. The Shut Down window appears.
Page 106: Turning Off Or Shutting Down More Quickly
The Control Panel window appears. Click Performance and Maintenance. Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window...
Page 107 Select the listed power option you desire—for example, Normal in the “Running on batteries” section. Click Details in the same section as the power option you selected. If you selected Normal, you would click Details in the “Running on batteries” section. The properties window for the option you selected appears.
Page 108: Starting Again After Turn Off Or Shut Down
Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window. Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel. Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down To start the computer up again, press and release the power button;...
Page 109: Enabling The Hibernation Command
Click Performance and Maintenance. Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window Click the Hibernate tab, then click the Enable hibernate support check box.
Page 110: Going Into Hibernation Mode
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel. Going into Hibernation mode If you are using the Windows or are using the Windows not a member of a domain, power off the computer using the Hibernation command as follows: Click Start, Turn off computer.
Page 111: Going Into Hibernation Mode More Quickly
Sample Hibernate computer window Select Hibernate from the drop-down list of options. Click OK. The computer saves the state of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk. Then the computer turns itself off. Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode in three ways: ❖...
Page 112 Using Hibernation Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button.
Page 113 Sample Normal Power Properties window Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the...
Page 114: Starting Again From Hibernation
Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window. Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel. Starting again from Hibernation...
Page 115: Using Standby
Using Standby If you are using the Windows or are using the Windows not a member of a domain, power off the computer using the Standby command as follows: Click Start, Turn off computer. The Turn off computer window appears. Sample Turn off computer window Click Stand By.
Page 116: Going Into Standby Mode More Quickly
Learning the Basics Using Standby Sample Standby computer window Select Stand by from the drop-down list of options. Click OK. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode.
Page 117 Click Performance and Maintenance. Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window Click Details in the Running on batteries section.
Page 118 Learning the Basics Using Standby Sample Normal Power Properties window Select Standby for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you press the power button.
Page 119: Starting Again From Standby
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 120: 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...
Page 121: Running The Computer On Battery Power
This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, visit the Toshiba Web site at: toshiba.com. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is fully discharged.
Page 122: Power Management
Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba’s InTouch Center. Charging the battery NOTE: Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
Page 123 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power.
Page 124: Charging The Rtc Battery
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 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 125: Determining Remaining Battery Power
Click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the Running on Batteries section, click Details.
Page 126: 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. What to do when the battery runs low When the battery runs low you can ❖...
Page 127: Setting Battery Alarms
Click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the Running on Batteries section, click Details.
Page 128: Changing The Main Battery
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm, as desired. 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 129 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Battery release latch Sliding the battery release latch Removing the battery...
Page 130: Installing The Battery
CAUTION: For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery. Please return spent batteries to your Toshiba dealer. Installing the battery Turn off the computer via the Start menu.
Page 131: Taking Care Of Your Battery
Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an approved option. ❖ When you install the battery, you should hear a click when it is seated properly. Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery toshiba.com...
Page 132: Maximizing Battery Life
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery ❖ Do not expose the battery to fire. The battery could explode. 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.
Page 133: Disposing Of Used Batteries Safely
❖ 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 134 Mobile Computing Traveling tips Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your computer.
Page 135: Chapter 5: Getting To Know The Windows Xp Operating System
Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows System This chapter introduces the Windows by guiding you through a few basic tasks. If you have used a Windows will find the Windows 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 136: 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 Windows start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Page 137 The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Toshiba Access—Opens a window with links to software updates, services and support, and other important benefits. Recycle Bin—Holds files you’ve deleted using the Windows Explorer.
Page 138: Windows ® Xp File System
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Taskbar Each time you open a program, a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open.
Page 139: 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 Computers can be connected together to form a network, so that programs, documents and other data can be quickly and easily shared between computers. You can use the My Computer feature on the Start menu to access any file in the Windows For more information, read the Microsoft documentation that...
Page 140 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 (the right-hand button) to open the desktop shortcut menu. As the name implies, shortcut menus provide quick access to many operating system features.
Page 141 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together NOTE: If the taskbar is locked, you need to unlock it. To unlock the taskbar, place the cursor on the taskbar and click the secondary button.
Page 142: Lesson 3: Learning About The Internet
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a window and from the taskbar. The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Page 143: Lesson 4: Creating A New Document
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program. Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button.
Page 144: Lesson 5: Creating A New Folder
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder Notice that when the document opens, there is a new button on the taskbar that reads My New Doc- Notepad (the name may be too long to fit into the taskbar space but, if you point to the name, the complete name is visible).
Page 145: Lesson 6: Starting Programs
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System The operating system displays the document as an icon on the desktop. Click the document icon and drag it toward your New Folder icon. Position the document icon over the New Folder icon until it changes color, then release the primary button.
Page 146 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs Sample Paint window To open the second program, click Start, then click All Programs. Point to Accessories, then click Windows Explorer. The operating system opens Windows Explorer, which provides access to all your computer’s resources.
Page 147: Lesson 7: Resizing, Repositioning, And Hiding Windows
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Sample Windows Explorer window Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it—one for Paint and one for Windows Explorer. Click the Paint button on the taskbar. The operating system displays the Paint program.
Page 148: Using The Taskbar
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size, shape, and position of windows open on the desktop. Using the taskbar If you have applications open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by pointing to the taskbar using the TouchPad and clicking the secondary button.
Page 149: Resizing And Moving Windows
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Click the Maximize button in the top-right corner of the Paint window. The Paint window expands to fill the screen, hiding everything except the taskbar. Notice that the Maximize button has changed.
Page 150 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Repeat steps Windows Explorer, placing it on the right side of the desktop. Now that the windows are side by side, you can see how you could refer to one window while working in the other.
Page 151: Lesson 8: Closing Programs
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 8: Closing programs Once you are finished working with a document or program, it is a good idea to close it. While you can run several programs at the same time, having a large number of programs and documents open simultaneously can slow down your computer.
Page 152: Creating A Shortcut To The Character Map
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu. Click New, then click Shortcut. The operating system displays the Create Shortcut dialog box.
Page 153 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Sample Search options on the Start menu Click All Files and Folders. The operating system displays the Search Results dialog box. Sample Search Results dialog box Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts...
Page 154: Lesson 10: Changing The Screen Saver
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. Type char and then click Search. The operating system displays a list of all the files with “char”...
Page 155 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver of these properties can be customized to meet your particular needs and tastes. DEFINITION: An object is an independent block of data, text, or graphics that was created by an individual application. This lesson introduces object properties by showing you how to change one of the properties of the desktop—the screen saver.
Page 156: Lesson 11: Setting The Date And Time
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time Scroll through the screen saver options by clicking the scroll arrows in the list box. Try a screen saver pattern by clicking a name in the list box.
Page 157: 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 and Time, or double- click the time display.
Page 158 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop remove objects from the desktop and introduces the Recycle Bin. Click the New Folder icon you created, drag it until it is over the Recycle Bin icon and it changes color, then release the primary button.
Page 159: Lesson 13: Using System Restore
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin. Later on—in your real work, not in this tutorial—you will use the Recycle Bin to delete other objects such as folders, documents, and sometimes even programs. Still, the process is the same.
Page 160: Lesson 14: If I Am Lost, What Do I Do
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Sample System Restore Welcome screen The operating system guides you through the process of storing your system settings for future use. It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time.
Page 161 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Sample Help and Support Center 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 162: Using The Online Tours And Tutorials
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Sample Drawing help window Click the Paint link. The operating system opens the Paint program. Not every Help topic contains a hot link to start the program it is talking about.
Page 163: Lesson 15: Turning Off Your Computer
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Sample Windows To start a Windows Click Start, then Help and Support. Click What’s new in Windows XP. Click Taking a tour or tutorial. On the right pane, click Take the Windows XP tour. Lesson 15: Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the Windows system shut down your computer.
Page 164 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 15: Turning off your computer Click Turn Off or Shut down. The computer shuts down. There are other ways to shut down your computer. For more information, see page 102. “Powering down the computer”...
Page 165: 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 166: 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—which resources to display for quick access ❖...
Page 167: Bringing The World To Your Desktop
Bringing the world to your desktop With the Windows desktop with complete World Wide Web integration at a single click. Turning on the Web content interface The first step to bring active content to your desktop is to turn on the Web content interface: Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the secondary button.
Page 168: Changing Desktop And Browsing Style
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop To browse the Gallery for more components to add, click Visit Gallery. In order to browse, an active Internet connection must be established. To select some other Web site, type the address of the Web site you want or click Browse to locate it.
Page 169: Personalizing Individual Windows
Choosing a style To select desktop and browsing style options: Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. Select the Tools menu, then click Folder Options. The Folder Options dialog box appears. Sample Folder Options dialog box Click the preferred options.
Page 170: Customizing Window Toolbars
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop a regular basis. For example, using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather, game scores, stock prices, or headlines—all in the window of your choice. Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window.
Page 171: Displaying Information About Each Folder
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. On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click the name of the toolbar you want to display.
Page 172: Using Your Computer At The Office
Exploring Your Options Using your computer at the office Open the folder you want to view as a Web page. In the Tools menu, select Folder Options. In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common tasks in folders. Click Apply, then OK.
Page 173: Setting Up For Communications
Setting up for communications In order to connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖...
Page 174: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line
NOTE: For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are using the telephone line at home, disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem. Call Waiting interrupts data transmission.
Page 175: Exchanging Data With Another Computer
Select the type of connection you want to make. ❖ Connect to the Internet ❖ Connect to the Network at My Workplace ❖ Set up a home or small office network ❖ Set up an advanced connection Click Next and follow the directions on the screen. The computer connects to the network.
Page 176: Getting Help Transferring Files
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 Authorized Service Provider. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet you may need: ❖...
Page 177 COM3. NOTE: For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com. If you are having trouble connecting through the modem, you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it.
Page 178: An Overview Of Using The Internet
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet For more information on connecting a modem, see “Connecting the modem to a phone line” on page 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 179: 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 180: Internet Features
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet Internet features The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help you perform many tasks. ❖ Internet email To send and receive email of your own, you need a mailbox on the Web, or an email address. If you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service.
Page 181: Exploring Video Features
large amounts of data. You can also use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) supported by a separate software program. Exploring video features Your computer’s video features provide the viewing of presentations or DVD movies on the computer screen. TECHNICAL NOTE: Video CD playback capability is not enabled on all systems.
Page 182: Display Settings Hot Key
Exploring Your Options Exploring video features Display settings hot key Using the view DVD movies or presentations on an external device. In this instance, there is an alternative way in which you can manually set the display for external viewing. Right-click anywhere on your desktop and select Properties.
Page 183: Exploring Audio Features
Click the nView Display Mode tab. Select the Standard (DualView) radio button. Click Device Settings, then Select Output Device. Click the device you prefer for external viewing. Make the desired changes (the external monitor must be connected to the computer to allow for that selection). Click Apply, then OK, then Yes.
Page 184: Adjusting Recording Settings
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder. Positioning Sample Sound Recorder screen 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.
Page 185: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse In the Audio Properties dialog box, adjust the Recording Volume and Preferred device. Click OK. Your new settings take effect the next time you record. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a stereo sound system. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers.
Page 186: Changing The Display Properties Setting
Exploring Your Options Changing the display properties setting Changing the display properties setting Right-click anywhere on your desktop and select Properties. The Display Properties dialog box appears. Sample Display Properties dialog box Click the Settings tab. Slide the Screen area slider bar toward Less until the setting reads 800 x 600, then click Apply.
Page 187: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you’ve connected an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key ( While holding down setting you want takes effect.
Page 188: Display Limitations
Exploring Your Options Changing the display properties setting documentation supplied with the device for additional configuration steps. TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to use the simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher.
Page 189: 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 190: Removing A Pc Card
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it. If your PC Card does not support hot swapping, save your data and turn off the computer before inserting the PC Card.
Page 191: Hot Swapping A Pc Card
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. Press the PC Card eject button next to the corresponding PC Card slot to extend the button. Removing a PC Card Press the extended eject button so the card pops out slightly.
Page 192: Using Sd Cards
Exploring Your Options Using SD cards For example: ❖ Never remove an ATA card while the system is accessing ❖ Never remove a network card while you are connected to a network. ❖ Never remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it are operating.
Page 193: Removing An Sd Card
Inserting an SD card Removing an SD card Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your SD card. Press the card inward to release it. The card pops out slightly. Lift the side of the computer where the card is located, grasp the card, and pull it straight out.
Page 194: Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities
TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required.
Page 195: Fn-Esse
Sample TOSHIBA Accessibility window Put a check mark next to the desired option. Click Apply, then click OK. The function is now active. Fn-esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba’s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse...
Page 196: Starting Fn-Esse
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse To access Fn-esse, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse keyboard The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖...
Page 197: Assigning A Key To A Program Or Document
Click OK to close the Add/Edit Command window with your key assignment in place. The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected. To open the program or document, press plus the appropriate key. Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse ® Explorer (or the...
Page 198 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Using the keyboard or TouchPad To assign a key to open a program or document: Start Fn-esse. Perform one of the following: ❖ Using the keyboard, press and hold the press the desired assignment key. ❖ Using the TouchPad, move the cursor over the desired key and press the secondary button.
Page 199: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
Standby ] and Hibernation [ Fn + F3 To activate the utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and then click Hotkey utility. The Toshiba Hotkey utility window appears. plus the appropriate key.
Page 200: Toshiba Console
TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. You can normally access the TOSHIBA Console in two ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button located above your keyboard.
Page 201: Customize Your Computer
Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers the following features: ❖ Customize Your Computer ❖ Security Customize Your Computer The features available in this category are: ❖ Power Management (See “Power Management” on page ❖ TOSHIBA Button Controls (See “TOSHIBA Button Controls”...
Page 202: Security
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 create one yourself. To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA Console: Press the TOSHIBA Console button.
Page 203 You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized mode. The preset modes cannot be deleted. 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 204 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console The windows and settings for creating and customizing battery power modes are described in the following sections. Running on batteries section The preset modes are: ❖ Long Life ❖ Normal ❖ High Power ❖ DVD Playback ❖...
Page 205: Toshiba Button Controls
Power Saver Properties window. You can change the name here if you wish. TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOSHIBA Button Controls allow you to enable or disable the TOSHIBA Console and Internet buttons and the programs associated with them. Those buttons are located just above the function keys at the top of the keyboard.
Page 206: Toshiba Hardware Setup
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Sample TOSHIBA Controls Properties window Click the Buttons tab Check the boxes for the TOSHIBA Console button and/ or the Internet button. Under Select a Program, make the desired selections. Click Apply, then click OK. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool.
Page 207 Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the following: ❖ Display — Allows you to select the built-in LCD and/or external monitor when the computer powers on. ❖ Boot Priority — Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system.
Page 208 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console ❖ Keyboard — Allows you to enable or disable the “wake- up on keyboard” feature. The feature allows you to “wake” the machine from Standby mode by pressing a key. ❖ USB — Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation.
Page 209: Chapter 8: Windvd
Chapter 8 WinDVD ™ WinDVD is a software program for playing DVDs. This chapter explains how to use this program. Playing DVDs TECHNICAL NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, play DVDs while your computer is connected to AC power. For systems with a DVD-ROM or multi-function drive, you can use WinDVD to play DVDs.
Page 210 WinDVD™ Playing DVDs Insert a DVD into the drive. The computer automatically detects the disc in the drive and will prompt you what to do. Sample DVD Drive Window NOTE: If you wish to have WinDVD run automatically, select Play DVD movie using WinDVD, then select the Always do the selected action checkbox.
Page 211: Using The Windvd Slider Bar (Location)
WinDVD™ Playing DVDs Sample WinDVD video window with the control panel Using the WinDVD slider bar (location) The slider bar enables you to move forward or backward through the DVD content. Move the slider bar to the left to go backward or move it to the right to go forward.
Page 212: Using The Windvd Control Panel
WinDVD™ Using the WinDVD control panel 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 213: Using The Control Panel Playback Buttons
From the WinDVD control panel, you can open an expanded control panel by clicking the open subpanel button. The expanded control panel contains several advanced features. “Using WinDVD advanced features” on page 218 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 214 WinDVD™ Using the WinDVD control panel Click this To do this Speed Ring — enables you to control the speed at which the DVD plays. Move the slider upward to play the movie in fast forward. Move it further upward to increase forward speed.
Page 215 Using the WinDVD control panel Click this To do this Time shift — click to slow playback speed. Mute — click to mute movie sound. Click again to restore movie sound to its original level. Fast Back — starts fast reverse movie playback.
Page 216 WinDVD™ Using the WinDVD control panel Click this To do this Open Subpanel — Displays the expanded subpanels view through which you can access advanced features. For more information, please “Using WinDVD advanced features” on page 218. Capture — opens the Capture browser, which enables you to capture still images of a movie.
Page 217: 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. Using the WinDVD control panel To do this Repeat —...
Page 218: Using Windvd Advanced Features
WinDVD™ 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 may not appear or may appear gray, and you cannot select them.
Page 219: Creating A Playlist
The playlist selection options are accessed by selecting the Expand subpanel button and the Navigation submenu. The playlist options are found within the Navigation menu. Options to use and create playlists allow you to open files, open existing playlists, create new playlists, and select DVDs from an existing folder.
Page 220: Playing A Playlist
WinDVD™ Using playlists Sample WinDVD Playlist window Select File to enable selection of a file, or Disc to create a playlist for an entire disc. Locate each file (you may select multiple files) for your playlist using the directory browser. Highlight the files and click Add, then OK to confirm your selection.
Page 221 To play a playlist: Open the playlist menu by clicking the Playlist button. “Using the WinDVD control panel” on page 212 locate the playlist button. Sample Playlist dialog Select Open Playlist from the menu. Sample Open Playlist dialog Locate the playlist you wish to open, then click Open. The Playlist window appears.
Page 222: Getting Help
WinDVD™ Getting Help Getting Help Click the Help button to open the WinDVD Help system. Exiting WinDVD Click the Close button, to exit WinDVD.
Page 223: 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.
Page 224 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix To close a program that has stopped responding: Press Ctrl Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. Select the program you want to close, then click End Task.
Page 225: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
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. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery.
Page 226: The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The computer displays the message. The computer was placed in Standby mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer’s memory has been lost. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet and turned on for several hours.
Page 227: The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
The Windows® operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to change your system’s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu.
Page 228: Internet Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working For additional information, refer to System Restore” on page documentation for further explanation. 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.
Page 229: Resolving A Hardware Conflict
The Help and Support Center window appears. 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 230: Resolving Hardware Conflicts On Your Own
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict you add each device, test it to make sure it and all previously connected devices work. 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.
Page 231 computer standard that helps the system BIOS (basic input/ output system) and the operating system to automatically assign resources to Plug and Play-compliant devices. In theory, if every device connected to the computer is Plug and Play-compliant, no two devices will compete for the same system resources.
Page 232: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. CAUTION: Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable. Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them.
Page 233: Memory Module Problems
Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Administrative Tools. Double-click the Computer Management icon. In the left pane, click Device Manager. To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. To view the properties, double-click the device. The operating system displays the Device Properties window, which provides an array of tabs.
Page 234: Power And The Batteries
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile checking for these first: Turn off your computer according to the instructions in “Turn Off or Shut down command” on page Remove the memory module, following the instructions “Removing a memory module”...
Page 235 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. The battery doesn’t charge while the computer is consuming full power.
Page 236: Keyboard Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict For more information on maximizing battery power, see “Charging the battery” 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.
Page 237 The following display options are readily available on your system: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ External video device only (composite port) To open the display options window, press simultaneously.
Page 238: Disk Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The built-in screen flickers. Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors. To reduce the amount of flickering, try using fewer colors. To change the number of colors displayed: Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button.
Page 239 Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to be missing. Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name (A: or C:).
Page 240 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Your data files are damaged or corrupted. Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures. Many software packages automatically create backup files. You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software, which is available from your dealer.
Page 241: Slim Selectbay Problems
Slim SelectBay problems You cannot remove a module. See if the Slim SelectBay lock screw is in the hole for the locked position. If it is, move it to the hole for the unlocked position. DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive.
Page 242 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Some discs run correctly, but others do not.
Page 243 The Root or Title menu does not open. Most DVD titles have one or both of the “Root” and “Title” menus. If one menu button appears to do nothing, try the other menu button. WinDVD performance decreases after making a system change.
Page 244 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict systems do not support video overlays if these parameters are not optimal.) Try lowering these settings to improve performance. WinDVD problems: content issues Movies exhibit poor performance of “Director's Commentary” or other similar optional content versions.
Page 245 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: The audio card is faulty.
Page 246 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 247 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 248: 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 or multi-function drive.
Page 249: 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 250 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. “Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” on page 187 ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖...
Page 251 The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. Remove the PC Card. If removing the PC Card doesn’t resolve the problem, try restarting the computer. If the computer still doesn’t work, contact the PC Card’s manufacturer. Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails.
Page 252: 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 253: 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 254 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 81 On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk.
Page 255: If You Need Further Assistance
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 256: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred. ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred. For technical support, call the Toshiba InTouch Center: ❖ Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 ❖ Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com...
Page 257: 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. Hnevkovskeho 65 61700 Brno Finland Scribona TPC OY Sinimäentie 14...
Page 258 Singapore Toshiba Singapore Pte. Ltd. 438B Alexandra Rd. # 06-01 Alexandra Technopark Singapore 119968 Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. CP 11000 Mexico, DF. Tel: 5249 6500 The Netherlands Toshiba Information Systems Benelux B.V.
Page 259 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 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A.
Page 260: 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. Volume Mute This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer.
Page 261: Instant Password Security
Instant password security This hot key blanks the display. Without a password key combination turns off the display and activates Fn + F1 instant security. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display’s content reappear, if no password is set for the current user.
Page 262: Maintaining Security When The Battery Isn't Fully Charged
Hot Keys Instant password security Click OK. Maintaining security when the battery isn’t fully charged When the battery is not fully charged (even if the computer is operating on AC power) your display may reappear automatically after a short time. To protect your desktop, you must set up a screen saver with a password before activating the password feature.
Page 263: Power Usage Mode
Power usage mode This hot key displays the power usage pop-up win- dow and cycles through the battery save modes. The power usage modes in the operating system under battery power are: Long Life, Normal, and High Power; DVD Play- back and Presentation Sample power usage modes The power usage mode in the Windows...
Page 264: Standby Mode
Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode. Sample standby confirmation box ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode. Click the check box to prevent the message box appearing in future.
Page 265: Hibernation Mode
Hibernation mode This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode. Sample Hibernation confirmation box Hibernation mode ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. Click the check box to prevent the message box appearing in future.
Page 266: Display Modes
Hot Keys Display modes Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. While holding down until the setting you want takes effect. Then release The display modes are: Sample display options window In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
Page 267: Display Brightness
Display brightness Disabling or enabling the TouchPad This hot key disables or enables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see on 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. This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off.
Page 268: 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 269: 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 270 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 271 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 272 Glossary application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also program. backup — A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged.
Page 273 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 274 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 275 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 276 Glossary DVD — An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVD-ROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile 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 277 — 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 278 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 279 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 280 Glossary MS-DOS prompt — See system prompt. 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.
Page 281 PC Card — A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral — Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer’s CPU.
Page 282 Glossary removable disk — A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of a removable disk. 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).
Page 283 Standby — A feature of some Windows allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again. Suspend — A feature of some Windows allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again.
Page 284 Glossary Web — See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi — A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity. Wi-Fi is another term for the IEEE 802.11b or 802.11a/b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components.
Page 285: Index
RTC (real-time clock) setting alarms buttons CD player 38, 41 CD/DVD controls DVD-ROM drive eject Internet mode next track PC Card eject play/pause power previous track primary control secondary control Start stop/eject TOSHIBA Console 121, 124 38, 87...
Page 286 Index calculator card SD (Secure Digital) CD and DVDs caring for inserting removing viewing contents CD player control panel CD/DVD control buttons CD/DVD indicator light inserting problem solving channels Character Map charging main battery RTC (real-time clock) battery checking device properties cleaning CD or DVDs computer...
Page 287 mouse power cable to a network USB mouse conserving battery power Contents DVDs control buttons cooling vents 34, 36 cursor control mode light customizing taskbar date and time setting 33, 54 DC-IN desktop browsing style creating new icon creating shortcuts major features properties shortcut menu...
Page 288 Index DVD-ROM drive 93, 94 inserting a disc problems removing a disc troubleshooting DVDs email emulating a full-size keyboard energy saving features environment computer-friendly ergonomics lighting posture seating guidelines work habits error messages device driver conflict general hardware problem non-system disk or disk error 226, 240 problem with display settings/ current settings not working...
Page 289 display modes display output settings display settings keyboard keyboard overlays power usage mode Standby mode volume mute hot keys hot swapping PC Card precautions Slim SelectBay module Hotkey utility Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) i.LINK port icon desktop moving to desktop naming safety indicator lights...
Page 290 Index numeric mode on/off Slim SelectBay activity lock slot main battery changing removing memory accessing modules accessing slots checking total installing additional problem solving 66, 67, 68 removing verifying memory cards Secure Digital microphone jack Microsoft Internet Explorer Microsoft Support Online Web site Microsoft Windows XP minimizing mode button...
Page 291 PC Card inserted computer will not power up contacting Toshiba corrupted/damaged data files Device Manager disabling a device disk drive is slow display is blank...
Page 292 Index DVD-ROM controls are gray not functioning properly video content poor DVD-ROM performance is poor DVD-ROM Root or Title menu does not open DVD-ROM slow playback external display not working external keyboard not working external monitor faulty memory 229, 230 hardware conflict hardware conflict caused by legacy device...
Page 293 RTC (real-time clock) battery running the computer on battery power safety computer disposing of batteries icons precautions saving your work screen blank doesn’t look normal/flickers Screen Saver tab SCSI (Small Computer Systems Interface) SD cards inserting removing using Search Engine secondary button secondary control button Secure Digital card...
Page 294 Toshiba Accessories Information Internet Web sites TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Button Controls 87, 200 TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Console button Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Media Player TouchPad disabling or enabling using using with control buttons...
Page 295 Windows Help Windows Media Player Windows XP change date and time settings changing the screen saver closing programs creating a new folder creating a text file creating shortcuts desktop 160, 228 Help Help and Support problem solving Recycle Bin removing objects resizing or moving windows 148, 149 special features...

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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 XP Operating System

Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 8: Windvd

Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

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