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Toshiba 2435-S256 User Manual

Toshiba 2435-S256 User Manual (248 pages)

2430-S255 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 3 MB

Table of Contents

Fcc Notice
3
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Installation
4
Telephone Company Procedures
4
Type of Service
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
5
Wireless Interoperability
6
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Canada - Industry Canada (IC)
8
Europe - Eu Declaration of Conformity
8
Regulatory Information
8
USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
10
Using this Equipment in Japan
12
Device Authorization
13
Interference Statement
13
Export Administration Regulation
15
Table of Contents
17
Introduction
25
This Guide
25
Safety Icons
26
- Other Icons Used
  27
Other Documentation
27
Service Options
28
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

29
- Making Sure You Have Everything
  29
- Front with the Display Closed
  30
- Back
  30
- Right Side
  32
- Left Side
  33
- Front with the Display Open
  34
  - Indicator Lights
    36
- Underside
  37
Chapter 2: Getting Started

39
- Selecting a Place to Work
  39
- Setting up Your Computer
  45
- Connecting the AC Adapter
  48
- Charging the Main Battery
  50
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  51
  - Opening the Display Panel
    51
  - Turning on the Power
    51
  - Using the Touchpad
    52
  - Control Buttons
    53
  - Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
    53
- Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
  54
  - Removing a Memory Module
    60
  - Connecting a Mouse
    60
  - Connecting a Printer
    61
  - Setting up a Printer
    62
- Turning off the Computer
  65
- Caring for Your Computer
  66
  - Cleaning the Computer
    66
  - Moving the Computer
    67
  - Using a Computer Lock
    67
Chapter 3: Learning the Basics

69
- Computing Tips
  69
- Using the Keyboard
  70
  - Character Keys
    71
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    71
  - Function Keys
    71
  - Windows Special Keys
    72
  - Overlay Keys
    72
- Starting a Program
  74
- Saving Your Work
  74
- Printing Your Work
  75
- Backing up Your Files
  76
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction Drive
  76
  - Drive Components and Control Buttons
    77
  - DVD-ROM Drive Components
    77
  - CD/DVD Control Buttons
    78
  - CD/DVD Control and Digital Audio Modes
    79
  - Inserting a Disc
    80
  - Playing an Audio CD
    82
  - Playing a DVD
    84
  - Viewing the Contents of a CD or DVD
    84
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer on
    84
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off
    85
  - Caring for Cds and Dvds
    85
- Setting up for Communications
  86
  - Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
    86
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    86
- Powering down the Computer
  87
- Using Turn off or Shut down
  88
  - Hibernation Command
    89
  - Stand by Command
    90
  - Turning off more Quickly
    91
  - Starting Again after Turn off
    92
- Using Hibernation
  92
  - Starting Again from Hibernation Mode
    94
- Using Stand by
  94
  - Going into Stand by Mode more Quickly
    95
  - Starting Again from Stand by
    96
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  96
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

97
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  97
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  98
  - Battery Notice
    98
  - Power Management
    99
- Charging the Battery
  99
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    100
- Monitoring Battery Power
  101
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    101
  - Conserving Battery Power
    102
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    103
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    104
- Changing the Main Battery
  105
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    105
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  106
  - Safety Precautions
    106
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    107
- Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  109
- Traveling Tips
  110
Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows

111
- XP Operating System
  111
- Lesson 1: Exploring the Desktop
  112
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    112
  - System Tray
    114
  - Windows ® XP File System
    114
- Lesson 2: Using the Touchpad and Control Buttons Together
  115
- Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet
  118
- Lesson 4: Creating a New Document
  119
- Lesson 5: Creating a New Folder
  120
- Lesson 6: Starting Programs
  121
- Lesson 7: Resizing, Repositioning, and Hiding Windows
  123
  - Using the Taskbar
    124
  - Minimizing and Maximizing Windows
    124
  - Resizing and Moving Windows
    125
- Lesson 8: Closing Programs
  126
- Lesson 9: Creating Shortcuts
  127
  - Creating a Shortcut to the Calculator
    127
  - Creating a Shortcut to the Character Map
    128
- Lesson 10: Changing the Screen Saver
  130
- Lesson 11: Setting the Date and Time
  132
- Lesson 12: Removing Objects from the Desktop
  134
- Lesson 13: Using System Restore
  136
- Lesson 14: if I am Lost, What Do I Do
  137
  - Windows ® XP Help and Support Center
    137
  - Using the Online Tours and Tutorials
    139
- Lesson 15: Turning off Your Computer
  140
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

141
- Windows XP Special Features
  141
- Personalizing Your Desktop
  142
  - Customizing the Taskbar
    142
  - Bringing the World to Your Desktop
    143
  - Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
    144
  - Personalizing Individual Windows
    145
  - Customizing Window Toolbars
    146
  - Displaying Information about each Folder
    147
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  148
- Exchanging Data with Another Computer
  151
  - Transferring Files Using a Parallel Port Connection
    151
  - Getting Help Transferring Files
    152
- Connecting to the Internet
  152
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  153
  - The Internet
    153
  - The World Wide Web
    154
  - Internet Service Providers
    154
  - Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
    154
  - Surfing the Internet
    155
  - Internet Features
    155
  - Uploading and Downloading Files on the Internet
    156
- Exploring Video Features
  157
- Changing the Display Properties Setting
  157
  - Display Settings Hot Key
    158
- Exploring Audio Features
  158
  - Recording Sounds
    158
  - Using a Microphone
    159
  - Adjusting Recording Settings
    160
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    160
- Connecting a Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse
  161
- Using the Modular Bay
  162
  - Removing a Module from the Modular Bay
    162
  - Inserting a Module into the Modular Bay
    163
- Using PC Cards
  164
  - PC Card Supporting Software
    164
  - Inserting PC Cards
    164
  - Removing PC Cards
    165
  - Hot Swapping
    166
Chapter 7: Windvd

167
- Playing Dvds
  167
- Using the Windvd Control Panel
  170
- Using Windvd Advanced Features
  174
- Using Playlists
  175
- Getting Help
  178
- Exiting Windvd
  178
Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

179
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  182
- The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
  183
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  185
  - A Plan of Action
    186
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    186
    
    Direct Memory Access
    186
    
    Resolving Conflicts
    187
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    188
  - Memory Card Problems
    190
  - Power and the Batteries
    190
  - Keyboard Problems
    192
  - Display Problems
    192
  - Disk Drive Problems
    194
  - Error-Checking
    194
  - DVD-ROM or Multifunction Drive Problems
    196
  - Minimum System Requirements
    199
  - Sound System Problems
    204
  - PC Card Problems
    204
  - Printer Problems
    207
  - Modem Problems
    208
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  209
- If You Need Further Assistance
  210
  - Before You Call
    210
  - Contacting Toshiba
    211
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  212
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  212
Appendix A: Hot Keys

215
- Instant Password Security
  215
  - Without a Password
    215
  - With a Password
    215
  - Maintaining Security When the Battery Isn't Fully Charged
    216
- Sound
  217
- Power Usage Mode
  217
- Stand by Mode
  218
- Hibernation Mode
  219
- Display Modes
  220
- Enabling a Wireless Device
  221
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  221
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  222
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

223
- Glossary
  224
- Index
  239

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