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Toshiba Tecra A1 Series User Manual

Toshiba Tecra A1 Series User Manual (261 pages)

A1 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.76 MB

Table of Contents

Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
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
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
16
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
17
Regulatory Statements
18
Table of Contents
25
Introduction
33
Safety Icons
34
- Other Icons Used
  35
This Guide
34
Other Documentation
35
Service Options
36
Chapter 1: Getting Started

37
- Selecting a Place to Work
  37
- Setting up Your Computer
  42
- Connecting to a Power Source
  45
- Charging the Main Battery
  47
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  48
  - Opening the Display Panel
    48
  - Turning on the Power
    48
  - Using the Touchpad
    49
  - Control Buttons
    50
  - Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
    50
  - Setting up a Printer
    51
- Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
  54
  - Removing a Memory Module
    58
- Connecting a Mouse
  60
- Connecting a Printer
  60
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    60
  - Connecting a Parallel Printer
    60
- Using External Display Devices
  61
- Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
  63
- Using an External Keyboard
  64
- Turning off the Computer
  64
- Caring for Your Computer
  65
  - Cleaning the Computer
    65
  - Moving the Computer
    66
  - Using a Computer Lock
    66
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

68
- Computing Tips
  68
- Using the Keyboard
  69
  - Character Keys
    70
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    70
  - Function Keys
    70
  - Windows ® Special Keys
    71
  - Overlay Keys
    71
- Emulating a Full-Size Keyboard
  73
- Starting a Program
  73
- Saving Your Work
  74
- Printing Your Work
  75
- Backing up Your Files
  75
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  76
- Setting up for Communications
  84
  - Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
    85
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    85
- Powering down the Computer
  86
  - Turn off or Shut down Command
    86
  - Restart Command
    87
  - Hibernation Command
    87
  - Standby Command
    88
- Using Turn off or Shut down
  89
  - Turning off or Shutting down more Quickly
    90
  - Starting Again after Turn off or Shut down
    93
- Using Hibernation
  93
- Using Standby
  100
  - Going into Standby Mode more Quickly
    101
  - Starting Again from Standby
    104
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

105
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  105
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  105
  - Battery Notice
    106
  - Power Management
    106
- Charging the Batteries
  107
  - Charging the Main Battery
    107
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    108
- Monitoring Battery Power
  109
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    110
  - Conserving Battery Power
    111
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    111
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    112
- Changing the Main Battery
  113
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    113
  - Inserting the Battery in the Computer
    115
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  116
  - Safety Precautions
    116
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    117
- Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  118
- Traveling Tips
  118
  - XP Operating System
    120
Chapter 4 : Getting to Know the Windows

121
Chapter 5: Exploring Your Options

151
- Windows XP Special Features
  151
- Personalizing Your Desktop
  152
  - Customizing the Taskbar
    152
  - Bringing the World to Your Desktop
    153
  - Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
    154
  - Personalizing Individual Windows
    155
  - Customizing Window Toolbars
    156
  - Displaying Information about each Folder
    157
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  158
- Exchanging Data with Another Computer
  161
- Connecting to the Internet
  162
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  163
  - The Internet
    164
  - The World Wide Web
    164
  - Internet Service Providers
    164
  - Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
    165
  - Surfing the Internet
    165
  - Internet Features
    165
  - Uploading and Downloading Files on the Internet
    166
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  166
- Exploring Video Features
  167
- Changing the Display Properties Setting
  167
  - Display Settings Hot Key
    168
- Exploring Audio Features
  169
  - Recording Sounds
    169
  - Using a Microphone
    169
  - Adjusting Recording Settings
    170
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    171
- Using PC Cards
  171
  - PC Card Supporting Software
    172
  - Inserting PC Cards
    172
  - Removing PC Cards
    173
  - Hot Swapping
    174
Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities

175
- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  175
- Fn-Esse
  177
- Hotkey Utility
  180
- TOSHIBA Console
  181
  - Customize Your Computer
    182
  - Network
    183
  - Security
    183
  - Power Management
    183
  - Toshiba Hardware Setup
    186
Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong

188
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  188
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  190
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  191
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  194
  - A Plan of Action
    194
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    195
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    197
  - Memory Module Problems
    199
  - Power and the Batteries
    200
  - Keyboard Problems
    201
  - Display Problems
    202
  - Disk Drive Problems
    204
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    206
  - Sound System Problems
    208
  - PC Card Problems
    209
  - Printer Problems
    212
  - Modem Problems
    213
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  213
- If You Need Further Assistance
  214
  - Before You Call
    215
  - Contacting Toshiba
    215
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  216
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  217
Appendix A: Hot Keys

220
- Volume Mute
  220
- Instant Password Security
  220
- Power Usage Mode
  222
- Standby Mode
  223
- Hibernation Mode
  224
- Display Modes
  225
- Display Brightness
  226
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  226
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  226
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

227
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

228
- Getting Started
  229
  - Configfree Main Screen
    229
  - Starting Configfree
    230
  - Configuring Configfree
    230
- Configfree Utilities
  231
  - Connectivity Doctor
    231
  - Device Settings
    232
  - Profile Settings
    234
  - Quick Connect
    235
- Using Auto Switch
  236
  - Auto Switch (Cable Disconnect)
    237
  - Auto Switch (SSID)
    237
- Glossary
  238
- Index
  253

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