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Toshiba Satellite A25 Series User Manual

Toshiba Satellite A25 Series User Manual (271 pages)

A20-S259 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.33 MB

Table of Contents

Fcc Notice
3
Type of Service
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Regulatory Information
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
35
This Guide
35
Safety Icons
36
- Other Icons Used
  37
Other Documentation
37
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

39
- Making Sure You Have Everything
  39
- Front with the Display Closed
  40
- Back
  41
- Right Side
  42
- Left Side
  43
- Front with the Display Open
  44
  - Keyboard Indicator Lights
    46
  - System Indicator Panel
    47
  - CD/DVD Control Buttons
    48
- Underside
  49
Chapter 2: Getting Started

51
- Selecting a Place to Work
  51
- Setting up Your Computer
  57
- Connecting an Optional External USB Diskette Drive
  59
- Connecting to a Power Source
  59
- Charging the Main Battery
  62
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  63
  - Opening the Display Panel
    63
  - Turning on the Power
    64
  - Activating the Power-On Password
    64
  - Using the Touchpad TM
    65
- Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
  67
  - Removing a Memory Module
    74
  - Checking Total Memory
    76
- Connecting a Mouse
  77
- Connecting a Printer
  77
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    77
  - Connecting a Parallel Printer
    78
- Setting up a Printer
  78
  - Using the Add Printer Wizard
    78
- Powering off the Computer
  81
- Caring for Your Computer
  82
  - Cleaning the Computer
    82
  - Moving the Computer
    82
  - Using a Computer Lock
    83
Chapter 3: Learning the Basics

84
- Computing Tips
  84
- Using the Keyboard
  85
  - Character Keys
    86
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    86
  - Function Keys
    86
  - Windows ® Special Keys
    87
  - Overlay Keys
    87
- Emulating a Full-Size Keyboard
  89
- TOSHIBA Console
  89
- Starting a Program
  89
- Saving Your Work
  90
- Printing Your Work
  91
- Using Diskettes
  91
  - Inserting and Removing Diskettes
    92
  - Caring for Diskettes
    92
- Backing up Your Files
  93
- Playing a CD or DVD
  94
  - Components
    94
  - CD/DVD and Digital Audio Modes
    96
  - Inserting a Disc
    97
  - Playing an Audio CD
    99
  - Viewing the Contents of a CD or DVD
    100
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer on
    101
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off
    101
  - Caring for Cds and Dvds
    102
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  102
- Setting up for Communications
  103
  - Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
    103
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    103
- Powering down the Computer
  104
  - Turn off or Shut down Command
    105
  - Restart Command
    105
  - Hibernation Command
    105
  - Standby Command
    106
- Using Turn off or Shut down
  107
  - Turning off or Shutting down more Quickly
    108
  - Starting Again after Turn off or Shut down
    111
- Using Hibernation
  111
- Using Standby
  118
  - Going into Standby Mode more Quickly
    119
  - Starting Again from Standby
    122
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

123
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  123
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  123
  - Battery Notice
    124
  - Power Management
    124
- Charging the Battery
  125
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    126
- Monitoring Battery Power
  127
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    128
  - Conserving Battery Power
    129
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    129
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    130
- Changing the Main Battery
  131
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    131
  - Removing the Battery
    132
  - Installing the Battery
    133
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  133
  - Safety Precautions
    133
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    134
- Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  135
- Traveling Tips
  136
Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows

138
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

166
- Windows XP Special Features
  166
- Personalizing Your Desktop
  167
  - Customizing the Taskbar
    167
  - Bringing the World to Your Desktop
    168
  - Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
    169
  - Personalizing Individual Windows
    170
  - Customizing Window Toolbars
    171
  - Displaying Information about each Folder
    172
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  173
- Exchanging Data with Another Computer
  176
- Connecting to the Internet
  178
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  179
  - The Internet
    179
  - The World Wide Web
    179
  - Internet Service Providers
    180
  - Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
    180
  - Surfing the Internet
    180
  - Internet Features
    181
  - Uploading and Downloading Files on the Internet
    181
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  182
- Exploring Video Features
  182
  - Connecting a TV to Your Computer
    182
  - Display Settings Hot Key
    183
- Exploring Audio Features
  183
  - Recording Sounds
    183
  - Using a Microphone
    184
  - Adjusting Recording Settings
    184
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    185
- Connecting a Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse
  185
- Changing the Display Properties Setting
  186
- Using PC Cards
  190
  - PC Card Supporting Software
    190
  - Inserting a PC Card
    190
  - Removing a PC Card
    191
  - Hot Swapping a PC Card
    192
- Using SD Cards
  193
  - Inserting an SD Card
    193
  - Removing an SD Card
    194
Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

195
- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  195
- Fn-Esse
  197
- Hotkey Utility
  201
- TOSHIBA Console
  201
  - Customize Your Computer
    202
  - Security
    203
  - Power Management
    203
  - Toshiba Hardware Setup
    206
Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

208
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  208
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  210
- The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
  211
- The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
  212
  - Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
    212
  - Internet Problems
    213
  - The Windows
    213
  - XP Operating System Can Help You
    213
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  214
  - A Plan of Action
    214
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    215
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    217
  - Memory Module Problems
    219
  - Power and the Batteries
    220
  - Keyboard Problems
    221
  - Display Problems
    222
  - Disk Drive Problems
    224
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    226
  - Sound System Problems
    227
  - PC Card Problems
    228
  - Printer Problems
    231
  - Modem Problems
    232
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  232
- If You Need Further Assistance
  233
  - Before You Call
    234
  - Contacting Toshiba
    234
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  236
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  236
Appendix A: Hot Keys

239
- Volume Mute
  239
- Instant Password Security
  239
- Power Usage Mode
  240
- Standby Mode
  241
- Hibernation Mode
  242
- Display Modes
  243
- Display Brightness
  244
- Enabling a Wireless Device
  244
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  244
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  244
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

245
- USA and Canada
  245
- United Kingdom
  245
- Australia
  245
- Europe
  245
- Glossary
  246
- Index
  262

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