Toshiba 1105 Manuals

Table of Contents

• • 3

    Fcc Notice
  • 4

    Telephone Company Procedures
  • 4

    Type of Service
  • 5

    Fax Branding
  • 5

    If Problems Arise
  • 11

    Table of Contents
  • 19

    Introduction
  • 19

    This Guide
  • 20

    Safety Icons
    • 21

      Other Icons Used
  • 21

    Other Documentation
  • 22

    Service Options

• 23

  Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

  • 23

    Making Sure You Have Everything
  • 24

    Front with the Display Closed
  • 25

    Back
  • 26

    Right Side
  • 27

    Left Side
  • 28

    Front with the Display Open
    • 29

      Indicator Lights
    • 30

      System Indicator Panel
  • 31

    Underside

• 33

  Chapter 2: Getting Started

  • 33

    Selecting a Place to Work
    • 33

      Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
    • 34

      Keeping Yourself Comfortable
    • 37

      Precautions
  • 39

    Setting Up Your Computer
    • 39

      Setting Up Your Software
    • 40

      Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
    • 41

      Adding External Devices
  • 42

    Connecting the AC Adapter
  • 43

    Charging the Main Battery
  • 44

    Using the Computer for the First Time
    • 44

      Opening the Display Panel
    • 44

      Turning On the Power
    • 45

      Using the Touchpad
    • 46

      Control Buttons
    • 46

      Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  • 47

    Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
    • 51

      Removing a Memory Module
    • 51

      Connecting a Mouse
    • 52

      Connecting a Printer
    • 53

      Setting Up a Printer
  • 56

    Turning Off the Computer
  • 57

    Caring for Your Computer
    • 57

      Cleaning the Computer
    • 57

      Moving the Computer
    • 58

      Using a Computer Lock

• 59

  Chapter 3: Learning the Basics

  • 59

    Computing Tips
  • 60

    Using the Keyboard
    • 61

      Character Keys
    • 61

      Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    • 61

      Function Keys
    • 62

      Windows Special Keys
    • 62

      Overlay Keys
  • 64

    Starting a Program
  • 64

    Saving Your Work
  • 65

    Printing Your Work
  • 66

    Using Diskettes
    • 66

      Inserting and Removing Diskettes
    • 66

      Caring for Diskettes
  • 67

    Backing Up Your Files
  • 68

    Using Your DVD Drive
    • 69

      DVD-ROM Drive Components
    • 70

      Inserting a Disc
    • 72

      Playing an Audio CD
    • 73

      Playing a DVD
    • 73

      Viewing the Contents of a CD or DVD
    • 73

      Removing a Disc with the Computer On
    • 74

      Removing a Disc with the Computer Off
    • 74

      Caring for Cds and Dvds
  • 75

    Setting Up for Communications
    • 75

      Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
    • 76

      Connecting Your Computer to a Network
  • 76

    Powering Down the Computer
    • 77

      Turn Off Command
    • 77

      Hibernation Command
    • 78

      Standby Command
  • 79

    Using Turn Off
    • 79

      Turning Off More Quickly
    • 80

      Starting Again After Turn Off
  • 80

    Using Hibernation
    • 82

      Starting Again From Hibernation Mode
  • 82

    Using Standby
    • 83

      Going Into Standby Mode More Quickly
    • 84

      Starting Again From Standby
  • 84

    Toshiba's Online Resources

• 85

  Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

  • 85

    Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  • 86

    Running the Computer On Battery Power
    • 86

      Power Management
  • 87

    Charging the Battery
    • 88

      Charging the RTC Battery
  • 88

    Monitoring Battery Power
    • 89

      Determining Remaining Battery Power
    • 90

      Conserving Battery Power
    • 91

      What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    • 91

      Setting Battery Alarms
  • 92

    Changing the Main Battery
    • 92

      Removing the Battery From the Computer
  • 93

    Taking Care of Your Battery
    • 94

      Maximizing Battery Life
  • 95

    Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  • 96

    Traveling Tips

• 97

  Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows

  • 97

    XP Operating System
  • 98

    Lesson 1: Exploring the Desktop
    • 98

      Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    • 100

      Windows ® XP File System
  • 101

    Lesson 2: Using the Touchpad and Control Buttons Together
  • 104

    Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet
  • 105

    Lesson 4: Creating a New Document
  • 106

    Lesson 5: Creating a New Folder
  • 107

    Lesson 6: Starting Programs
  • 109

    Lesson 7: Resizing, Repositioning, and Hiding Windows
    • 110

      Using the Taskbar
    • 110

      Minimizing and Maximizing Windows
    • 111

      Resizing and Moving Windows
  • 113

    Lesson 8: Closing Programs
  • 114

    Lesson 9: Creating Shortcuts
    • 114

      Creating a Shortcut to the Calculator
    • 115

      Creating a Shortcut to the Character Map
  • 117

    Lesson 10: Changing the Screen Saver
  • 119

    Lesson 11: Setting the Date and Time
  • 120

    Lesson 12: Removing Objects From the Desktop
  • 122

    Lesson 13: Using System Restore
  • 123

    Lesson 14: if I Am Lost, What Do I Do
    • 123

      Windows ® XP Help and Support Center
    • 125

      Using the Online Tours and Tutorials
  • 126

    Lesson 15: Turning Off Your Computer

• 127

  Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

  • 127

    Windows XP Special Features
  • 128

    Personalizing Your Desktop
    • 128

      Customizing the Taskbar
    • 129

      Bringing the World to Your Desktop
    • 130

      Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
    • 131

      Personalizing Individual Windows
    • 132

      Customizing Window Toolbars
    • 133

      Displaying Information about Each Folder
  • 134

    Using Your Computer at the Office
    • 135

      Setting Up for Communications
    • 136

      Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
    • 136

      Setting Up a Dial-Up Connection
  • 137

    Exchanging Data with Another Computer
    • 137

      Transferring Files Using a Parallel Port Connection
    • 138

      Getting Help Transferring Files
  • 138

    Connecting to the Internet
  • 139

    An Overview of Using the Internet
    • 139

      The Internet
    • 140

      The World Wide Web
    • 140

      Internet Service Providers
    • 140

      Signing Up with an Internet Service Provider
    • 141

      Surfing the Internet
    • 141

      Internet Features
    • 142

      Uploading and Downloading Files On the Internet
  • 142

    Exploring Video Features
    • 143

      Display Settings Hot Key
  • 144

    Exploring Audio Features
    • 144

      Recording Sounds
    • 144

      Using a Microphone
    • 145

      Adjusting Recording Settings
    • 146

      Using External Speakers or Headphones
  • 146

    Connecting a Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse
  • 147

    Changing the Display Properties Setting
  • 148

    Using PC Cards
    • 148

      PC Card Supporting Software
    • 148

      Inserting PC Cards
    • 149

      Removing PC Cards
    • 150

      Hot Swapping

• 151

  Chapter 7: Windvd

  • 151

    Playing Dvds
    • 153

      Using the Windvd Toolbar
    • 153

      Using the Windvd Status Bar
    • 154

      Using the Windvd Control Panel
    • 155

      Using the Control Panel Playback Buttons
    • 158

      Maximizing the Video Window
  • 158

    Using Playlists
    • 159

      Creating Playlists
    • 160

      Loading and Playing Playlists
    • 160

      Resuming Normal Playback After Using Playlists
  • 160

    Customizing Windvd
    • 161

      Setting General Properties
    • 163

      Setting Audio Properties
    • 164

      Setting Display Properties
    • 165

      Customizing the Control Panel
  • 167

    Using Windvd Advanced Features
    • 172

      Zooming in
    • 173

      Panning
    • 173

      Zooming Out
    • 173

      Adjusting the Color Balance
  • 174

    Launching an Internet Browser From Windvd
  • 174

    Getting Help
  • 174

    Exiting Windvd

• 175

  Chapter 8: if Something Goes Wrong

  • 178

    Problems When You Turn On the Computer
  • 179

    The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
    • 179

      Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
    • 180

      Internet Problems
    • 181

      The Windows XP Operating System Can Help You
  • 181

    Resolving a Hardware Conflict
    • 182

      A Plan of Action
    • 182

      Resolving Hardware Conflicts On Your Own
    • 184

      Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    • 186

      Memory Card Problems
    • 186

      Power and the Batteries
    • 188

      Keyboard Problems
    • 188

      Display Problems
    • 190

      Disk Drive Problems
    • 192

      DVD-ROM Drive Problems
    • 201

      Sound System Problems
    • 201

      PC Card Problems
    • 204

      Printer Problems
    • 205

      Modem Problems
  • 206

    Develop Good Computing Habits
  • 207

    If You Need Further Assistance
    • 207

      Before You Call
    • 208

      Contacting Toshiba
  • 209

    Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  • 210

    Toshiba's Worldwide Offices

• 213

  Appendix A: Hot Keys

  • 213

    Instant Password Security
  • 214

    Sound
  • 214

    Display Modes
  • 214

    Keyboard Hot Keys

• 215

  Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

  • 217

    Glossary
  • 233

    Index