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Toshiba A55-S179 User Manual

Toshiba A55-S179 User Manual (242 pages)

TOSHIBA User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.46 MB

Table of Contents

Fcc Requirements
4
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Regulatory Information
8
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
28
Introduction
35
Safety Icons
36
- Other Icons Used
  37
This Guide
36
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Getting Started

39
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

77
- Computing Tips
  77
- Using the Keyboard
  79
  - Character Keys
    79
  - Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
    79
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    80
  - Function Keys
    80
  - Windows ® Special Keys
    81
  - Overlay Keys
    81
- Starting a Program
  83
- Saving Your Work
  86
- Printing Your Work
  88
- Backing up Your Work
  89
  - Restoring Your Work
    90
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  90
- Powering down the Computer
  99
  - Using Turn off or Shut down
    100
- Using Hibernation
  103
- Using Standby Mode
  105
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  107
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

108
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  108
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  108
  - Battery Notice
    109
  - Power Management
    110
  - Using Additional Batteries
    110
- Charging the Batteries
  111
  - Charging the Main Battery
    111
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    112
- Monitoring Battery Power
  113
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    114
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    115
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    116
  - Conserving Battery Power
    116
  - Power Profiles in Windows ® XP
    117
  - Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile
    118
- Changing the Main Battery
  119
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    119
  - Inserting the Battery into the Computer
    121
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  121
  - Safety Precautions
    121
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    122
- Disposing of Used Batteries
  123
- Traveling Tips
  124
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Options

125
- Exploring the Desktop
  125
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    126
  - System Tray
    128
- Setting up for Communications
  129
  - Connecting Your Modem to a Telephone Line
    131
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    132
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  135
  - The Internet
    135
  - The World Wide Web
    136
  - Internet Service Providers
    136
  - Connecting to the Internet
    136
  - Surfing the Internet
    137
  - Internet Features
    137
  - Uploading and Downloading Files from the Internet
    138
- Exploring Audio Features
  138
  - Recording Sounds
    139
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    140
- Using the I.link ® Port
  141
- Inserting and Removing Hard Drives
  142
- Inserting and Removing PC Cards
  144
  - PC Card Supporting Software
    144
  - Inserting a PC Card
    145
  - Removing a PC Card
    146
  - Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
    146
  - Hot Swapping
    147
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities

148
- Fn-Esse
  149
- TOSHIBA Console
  153
  - Customizing Your Computer
    154
  - Network
    154
  - Security
    154
  - TOSHIBA Power Saver
    154
  - Mouse Utility
    157
  - Hotkey Utility
    157
  - TOSHIBA HW Setup
    158
- Enabling Hibernation
  160
- Setting Passwords
  160
  - Using an Instant Password
    161
  - Setting a User Password
    162
  - Disabling a User Password
    162
  - Setting a Supervisor Password
    163
  - Deleting a Supervisor Password
    164
- Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  165
- Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Utility
  166
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

170
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  170
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  172
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  173
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  176
  - A Plan of Action
    176
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    177
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    178
  - Memory Problems
    180
  - Power and the Batteries
    181
  - Keyboard Problems
    182
  - Display Problems
    183
  - Disk Drive Problems
    185
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    188
  - Sound System Problems
    189
  - PC Card Problems
    189
  - Printer Problems
    192
  - Modem Problems
    193
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  194
- If You Need Further Assistance
  195
  - Before You Call
    195
  - Contacting Toshiba
    196
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  197
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  197
Appendix A: Hot Keys

199
- Volume Mute
  199
- Instant Password Security
  200
- Power Usage Profile
  200
- Stand by Mode
  201
- Hibernation Mode
  202
- Display Modes
  203
- Display Brightness
  204
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  204
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  204
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

205
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

206
- Getting Started
  207
  - Starting Configfree
    207
- Configfree Utilities
  208
  - Connectivity Doctor
    208
  - Search for Wireless Devices
    211
  - Profile Settings
    213
  - Quick Connect
    215
- Using the Automatic Switch
  218
- Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
  219
- Glossary
  220
- Index
  235

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