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Toshiba A10-S178 User Manual (263 pages)

A10-S100 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.09 MB

Fcc Notice
3
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Type of Service
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
13
Interference Statement
14
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
18
Regulatory Statements
19
Table of Contents
26
Introduction
34
This Guide
34
Safety Icons
35
- Other Icons Used
  36
Other Documentation
36
Service Options
37
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

38
- Making Sure You Have Everything
  38
- Front with the Display Closed
  39
- Back
  40
- Right Side
  41
- Left Side
  42
- Front with the Display Open
  43
  - System Indicator Panel
    44
  - Keyboard Indicator Lights
    45
- Underside
  46
Chapter 2: Getting Started

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- Selecting a Place to Work
  48
- Setting up Your Computer
  54
- Connecting to a Power Source
  56
- Charging the Main Battery
  58
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  59
  - Opening the Display Panel
    59
  - Turning on the Power
    60
  - Using the Touchpad
    61
  - Control Buttons
    62
  - Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
    62
  - Setting up a Printer
    63
- Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
  66
  - Removing a Memory Module
    70
- Connecting a Mouse
  71
- Connecting a Printer
  71
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    71
  - Connecting a Parallel Printer
    71
- Using External Display Devices
  72
- Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
  74
- Using an External Keyboard
  75
- Turning off the Computer
  75
- Caring for Your Computer
  76
  - Cleaning the Computer
    76
  - Moving the Computer
    77
  - Using a Computer Lock
    77
Chapter 3: Learning the Basics

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- Computing Tips
  79
- Using the Keyboard
  80
  - Character Keys
    81
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    81
  - Function Keys
    81
  - Windows Special Keys
    82
  - Overlay Keys
    82
- Emulating a Full-Size Keyboard
  84
- Starting a Program
  84
- Saving Your Work
  85
- Printing Your Work
  86
- Backing up Your Files
  86
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction Drive
  87
- Setting up for Communications
  94
  - Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
    95
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    95
- Powering down the Computer
  96
  - Turn off or Shut down Command
    96
  - Restart Command
    97
  - Hibernation Command
    97
  - Standby Command
    98
- Using Turn off or Shut down
  99
  - Turning off or Shutting down more Quickly
    100
  - Starting Again after Turn off or Shut down
    103
- Using Hibernation
  103
- Using Standby
  110
  - Going into Standby Mode more Quickly
    111
  - Starting Again from Standby
    114
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

115
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  115
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  115
  - Battery Notice
    116
  - Power Management
    116
- Charging the Batteries
  117
  - Charging the Main Battery
    117
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    118
- Monitoring Battery Power
  119
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    119
  - Conserving Battery Power
    120
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    121
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    121
- Changing the Main Battery
  122
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    123
  - Inserting the Battery in the Computer
    125
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  125
  - Safety Precautions
    125
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    126
- Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  127
- Traveling Tips
  128
Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows

129
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

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- Windows XP Special Features
  159
- Personalizing Your Desktop
  160
  - Customizing the Taskbar
    160
  - Bringing the World to Your Desktop
    161
  - Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
    162
  - Personalizing Individual Windows
    163
  - Customizing Window Toolbars
    164
  - Displaying Information about each Folder
    165
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  166
- Exchanging Data with Another Computer
  169
- Connecting to the Internet
  171
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  172
  - The Internet
    172
  - The World Wide Web
    172
  - Internet Service Providers
    173
  - Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
    173
  - Surfing the Internet
    173
  - Internet Features
    174
  - Uploading and Downloading Files on the Internet
    174
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  175
- Exploring Video Features
  175
- Changing the Display Properties Setting
  175
  - Display Settings Hot Key
    176
- Exploring Audio Features
  177
  - Recording Sounds
    177
  - Using a Microphone
    177
  - Adjusting Recording Settings
    178
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    179
- Using PC Cards
  179
  - PC Card Supporting Software
    180
  - Inserting PC Cards
    180
  - Removing PC Cards
    181
  - Hot Swapping
    182
Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

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- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  183
- Fn-Esse
  185
- Hotkey Utility
  188
- TOSHIBA Console
  189
  - Customize Your Computer
    190
  - Security
    191
  - Power Management
    191
  - Toshiba Hardware Setup
    194
Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

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- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  196
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  198
- The Windows XP Operating System Can Help You
  202
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  202
  - A Plan of Action
    203
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    203
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    205
  - Memory Module Problems
    207
  - Power and the Batteries
    208
  - Keyboard Problems
    209
  - Display Problems
    210
  - Disk Drive Problems
    212
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    214
  - Sound System Problems
    216
  - PC Card Problems
    217
  - Printer Problems
    220
  - Modem Problems
    221
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  222
- If You Need Further Assistance
  223
  - Before You Call
    223
  - Contacting Toshiba
    224
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  225
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  225
Appendix A: Hot Keys

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- Volume Mute
  228
- Instant Password Security
  228
- Power Usage Mode
  231
- Standby Mode
  232
- Hibernation Mode
  233
- Display Modes
  234
- Display Brightness
  235
- Enabling a Wireless Device
  235
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  235
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  236
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

237
- USA and Canada
  237
- United Kingdom
  237
- Australia
  237
- Europe
  237
- Glossary
  238
- Index
  254

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Toshiba A10-S178 User Manual (263 pages)

Table of Contents

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

Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

Toshiba A10-S178 Specifications (9 pages)

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