® Satellite A10/A15 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ InTouch® Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 196 in this guide. TOSHIBA C6650-0503M2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Model: Satellite® A10/A15 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage.
ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE. FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC Requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems.
company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection.
aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device.
België/ Belgique: For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is allowed. For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. An IBPT/BIPT license is required for public usage outside building. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.
Italia: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not allowed. E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L’uso per installazione in esterni non e’ permessa. Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure.
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information. Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
1. Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment. 1 2.4 this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS. This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3.
JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer. Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. This device works on passive scan only. A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode. 802.11b (2.
Switzerland UK USA Turbo Mode (5GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. When you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA close to 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices, Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA, always change the frequency, move your PC to the area outside of the interference range of 2.
❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment.
In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna which are located on top of LCD distance of 20 cm. Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information. The Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power radio station). 1. Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment. 2 . 4 FH1 1 2.4: this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m.
Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan. The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 01NYDA1305 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.
Location of the required label Sample shown below. (Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Notice The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING.
Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Contents Introduction ..............................................................33 This guide .............................................................. 33 Safety icons ........................................................... 34 Other icons used.............................................. 35 Other documentation ............................................. 35 Service options ...................................................... 36 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ........................
Contents Keeping yourself comfortable .......................... 48 Precautions...................................................... 51 Setting up your computer ...................................... 53 Setting up your software.................................. 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 54 Adding external devices ................................... 54 Connecting to a power source ............................... 55 Charging the main battery.....................................
Contents 27 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics.................................. 78 Computing tips ...................................................... 78 Using the keyboard ................................................ 79 Character keys ................................................. 80 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ........................................ 80 Function keys................................................... 80 Windows® special keys.................................... 81 Overlay keys..........
Contents Going into Hibernation mode ......................... 104 Going into Hibernation mode more quickly.... 105 Starting again from Hibernation mode ........... 108 Using Standby ..................................................... 109 Going into Standby mode more quickly ......... 110 Starting again from Standby .......................... 113 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ................................. 114 Toshiba’s energy-saver design .............................
Contents 29 Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together ............................... 133 Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet ................. 136 Lesson 4: Creating a new document .................... 137 Lesson 5: Creating a new folder........................... 138 Lesson 6: Starting programs ............................... 140 Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows ........................................................ 142 Using the taskbar .........................
Contents Setting up for communications...................... 167 Connecting the modem to a telephone line .... 168 Setting up a dial-up connection ..................... 168 Exchanging data with another computer.............. 169 Transferring files using a parallel port connection ............................................... 169 Getting help transferring files......................... 169 Setting up a wireless connection ................... 170 Accessing the wireless modules using your system tray ..
Contents 31 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities ..................................... 183 TOSHIBA Accessibility ......................................... 183 Fn-esse ................................................................ 185 Starting Fn-esse............................................. 185 Assigning a key to a program or document ... 186 Viewing existing key assignments ................. 188 Changing or removing existing key assignments ............................................ 188 Hotkey utility ..
Contents Sound system problems ................................ 216 PC Card problems.......................................... 217 Printer problems ............................................ 220 Modem problems........................................... 221 Develop good computing habits .......................... 221 If you need further assistance.............................. 222 Before you call ............................................... 223 Contacting Toshiba ...................................
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you wherever you go. You will find your operating system, Microsoft® Windows® XP, already installed on your computer. Your operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access. This guide contains information about your operating system and how it functions with your Toshiba computer.
Introduction Safety icons If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most. Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data.
Introduction Other documentation 35 Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about the computer. HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text. Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: ❖ This electronic user’s guide.
Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServTM warranty programs. For more information, visit Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 196. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer. Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you received everything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately. For additional help, see “If you need further assistance” on page 222. 37 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed Volume control dial Display latch System indicator panel Wireless antenna on/off switch* Wireless antenna LED * functional only on systems with a wireless module installed The volume control dial lets you adjust the sound on your computer. To turn the volume up, turn the dial to the right. To turn the volume down, turn the dial to the left.
Finding Your Way Around Back 39 Back Speaker Security lock slot LAN active indicator Link indicator DC-IN USB ports Speaker Parallel port RGB (monitor) port Network port The speaker lets you hear sounds, such as system alarms associated with your software, and music from DVD-ROMs and audio CDs. The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional PORT- Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your computer for securing it to a large, heavy object, such as your desk.
Finding Your Way Around Right side The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB peripherals have a single standard for cabling and connectors. The USB standard allows hot swapping of peripherals. The RGB (monitor) port lets you connect an external monitor.
Finding Your Way Around Left side 41 line. For more information, see “Connecting the modem to a phone line” on page 94. Left side Headphone jack Microphone jack Cooling vent PC Card slot PC Card eject button The cooling vent prevents the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at maximum speed. To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, do not block the cooling vents. The PC Card slot supports a Type I or Type II PC Card.
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display open Screen Speaker Speaker Power button Function keys Keyboard Palm rest TouchPad Secondary control button Primary control button System indicator panel The computer’s screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images. For more information about viewing options, see “Exploring video features” on page 175.
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 43 The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a fullsize keyboard. For more information, see “Using the keyboard” on page 79. The front panel provides a palm rest to assist you in maintaining proper posture while using the computer. The primary and secondary control buttons below the TouchPad act like the buttons on a mouse, with primary and secondary functions. The system indicator panel provides information about various system functions.
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open determining remaining battery power, see “Monitoring battery power” on page 118. The hard disk drive light flashes while the hard disk drive is being accessed. The disc/disk activity light flashes when the optional external diskette drive, or the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is being accessed. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media and result in loss of data.
Finding Your Way Around Underside 45 instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see “Using the cursor control overlay” on page 82. The numeric mode light, located on the panel just below the F11 key, glows when the numeric overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key types the white number printed on the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see “Using the numeric keypad overlay” on page 82.
Finding Your Way Around Underside The battery pack contains the battery. For information about replacing the battery, see “Changing the main battery” on page 121. The memory slot cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you insert additional memory. See “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 65 for detailed information. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface which is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use, such as a printer.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 49 twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen without slouching. ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be no higher than eye level. ❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the screen. Seating and posture When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs. ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ 51 Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to improve circulation. Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician. Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work too hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, for example), your skin might suffer low-heat injury. ❖ Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction. ❖ Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use.
Getting Started Setting up your computer 53 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to “Setting up your software” before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter.
Getting Started Setting up your computer 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the information about your computer. To register online, your computer’s modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. If you chose not to register now, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop. A window will display the message, “Thank you.” 4 Click Finish to continue. Your computer restarts automatically.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 55 Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory (see “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 65) ❖ Connect a mouse (see “Connecting a mouse” on page 70) ❖ Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a printer” on page 70) ❖ Install PC Cards (see “Using PC Cards” on page 179) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see “Using an external keyboard” on page 74) ❖ Connect another display device (see “Using external display
Getting Started Connecting to a power source Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter. When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Manual.
Getting Started Charging the main battery 2 57 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the computer. Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet. If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel’s AC power light ( ) glows green. DANGER Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cable.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 59 To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Never lift or move the computer using the display panel. Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 61 Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button. The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Setting up a printer If you started your computer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). If this is not the case, then you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer. You can install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating system’s Add Printer Wizard.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 63 Sample Add Printer Wizard 4 Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the operating system recognizes it automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section. See your printer manual. 5 If the printer you are setting up: ❖ Is not connected to a network, select Local printer attached to this computer.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 6 Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to select your printer. 7 From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your printer, then click Next. 8 Select the port settings according to the instructions in your printer’s documentation and the port to which your printer is connected, then click Next. The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a printer name. 9 Enter a name for your printer.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 65 Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. A memory module must be installed in slot A. Do not try to operate the computer with a memory module in slot B only.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) You need a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver to install a memory module. To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition. If you are adding memory after you have started to use the computer, begin at step 1, otherwise skip to step 2. 1 Turn off the computer via the Start menu. See “Turn Off or Shut down command” on page 95. The operating system turns off the computer.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 67 Removing the memory slot cover 5 Put the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. The following figure shows the inside of the memory compartment. Viewing the inside of the memory compartment 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging. Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 69 11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 12 Turn on the computer. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. Click System to view the recognized memory. 13 If the computer does not recognize the memory, shut down the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 8.
Getting Started Connecting a mouse Connecting a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the computer’s built-in pointing device. To connect a USB mouse, plug the mouse cable into one of the USB ports. Connecting a printer You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through the USB ports. You can connect a USB printer after you turn on the computer. Alternatively, you can connect a parallel printer to the computer’s parallel port.
Getting Started Using external display devices 71 Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor to your computer if you need a larger screen. Once you have connected an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Connecting an external monitor is described below.
Getting Started Using external display devices The selections available are: 3 ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external device simultaneously ❖ External device only Release the Fn key for the selection to take effect. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties box in the Control Panel.
Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 73 ❖ If the external video device, such as an SVGA monitor, is capable of displaying at a maximum resolution of 640 x 480 and your system is set for a higher resolution, only part of the desktop will appear on the screen. You can view the “lost” area by scrolling to it.
Getting Started Using an external keyboard Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer provided that the keyboard is USB-compatible. To connect a keyboard, attach its cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. You can do this after you turn on the computer. The Fn emulation key is not supported when using a USB keyboard. Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 75 that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, you can use the Windows® Turn Off command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut down command when connected to a domain server instead. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data.
Getting Started Caring for your computer Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the disk activity lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 77 The computer is now securely locked to deter computer theft. Locking the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work temporarily stays in the computer’s memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ 79 Back up your files to storage media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. ❖ Use Error-Checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level. Consult your Windows® XP operating system documentation for more information on these and other utilities.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case — the number and symbol keys are not affected.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 81 Windows® special keys Application key Windows logo key ® Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary TouchPad control button (or secondary mouse button). Overlay keys & ∗ 7 8 Home 7 U ( ) 9 0 PgUp 9 8 I 4 O 5 J ∗ P - 6 K End 1 : ; L 2 PgDn 3 > M . Ins 0 Del .
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on. To do so: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters. ❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters.
Learning the Basics Emulating a full-size keyboard 83 To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.
Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive. Always save your data even when you are using Standby mode. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be lost. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. See “Setting battery alarms” on page 120. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes.
Learning the Basics Printing your work 85 Printing your work Verify that the Windows® XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in “Setting up a printer” on page 62. TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer(s). To print a file: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 4 Double-click the folder that contains the file, then click the file you want to copy. HINT: You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one file. To select multiple consecutive files, hold down the Shift key and click the first and then the last file (all files within that range will be highlighted). To select non-consecutive files, hold down the Ctrl key and click the individual files you want to select.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 87 For these reasons, your computer may come with a DVDROM or multifunction drive. HINT: Your DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive is designed to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power. You use CD-ROMs to load and run software, and to access reference material such as catalogs, as well as listen to music.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive The eject button requires power to operate. The manual eject button does not require power. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip. Inserting a disc Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your ears.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 4 89 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up. Inserting a disc Be careful not to touch the drive’s lens (located underneath the drive’s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 6 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window. To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player option and click OK. Sample Audio CD window 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 91 The Windows Media Player window appears. Rewind Play Fast forward Stop Volume control Previous track Next track Mute Sample Windows MediaTM Player window The Windows MediaTM Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/Pause button on the CD Player control panel. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any CD or DVD. Removing a disc with the computer on Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use light is glowing.
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 93 Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject button access hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its protective cover. 3 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks, indicating that it is locked.
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications ❖ A telephone line ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) To connect to the Internet, you need a Web browser, such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer. Connecting the modem to a phone line Your computer comes with a built-in modem. To use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade RJ-11 telephone line. For more information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 95 3 Click Network Setup Wizard or Network Connections. 4 Enter the phone number of your network connection and let the program dial the number. The computer connects with the network. Powering down the computer Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel’s disk light and the drive-inuse light are off.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the computer is turned off. This is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open the programs and files you were previously using.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 97 ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of memory. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. For more information about the Hibernation command, see “Using Hibernation” on page 102.
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down For more information about the Standby, see “Using Standby” on page 109. For information about going into Standby mode more quickly, see “Going into Standby mode more quickly” on page 110. Using Turn Off or Shut down If you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system, or are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are not a member of a domain, power off the computer as follows: 1 Click Start, Turn off computer.
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 99 Sample Shut down computer window 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. The computer turns itself off. Holding the shift key while the Turn Off computer Windows dialog box is open, changes the Standby button to hibernate. For more information about setting up hibernation “Hibernation command” on page 96 and “Using Hibernation” on page 102.
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console. See “TOSHIBA Console” on page 189. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Select the listed power option you desire—for example, Normal in the “Running on batteries” section. 5 Click Details in the same section as the power option you selected. If you selected Normal, you would click Details in the “Running on batteries” section.
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 101 Sample Normal Power Properties window 6 Click the System Power Mode tab. 7 Select Power Off for the options you want: ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to power off if you want the computer to turn off when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to power off if you want the computer to turn off when you close the display panel. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
8 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Click Override all Modes with settings here. The Set the range window appears. Sample Set the range window with DC only option 9 Do one of the following: ❖ Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only when you are using battery power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. 10 Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 103 Enabling the Hibernation command Hibernation enabled is a default setting. If it should become disabled, you can enable it as follows: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click the Hibernate tab, then click the Enable hibernate support check box.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Going into Hibernation mode If you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system, or are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are not a member of a domain, power off the computer using the Hibernation command as follows: 1 Click Start, Turn off computer. The Turn off computer window appears.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 105 Sample Hibernate computer window 2 Select Hibernate from the drop-down list of options. 3 Click OK. The computer saves the state of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk. Then the computer turns itself off. Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode in the following ways: ❖ By pressing the hotkey combination Fn + F4. See “Hibernation mode” on page 232.
3 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console. See “TOSHIBA Console” on page 189. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button. The Normal Power Properties window appears. 5 Click the System Power Mode tab. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 107 Sample Normal Power Properties window 6 Select Hibernation for the options you want: ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
7 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Click Override all Modes with settings here. The Set the range window appears. Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 9 Do one of the following: ❖ Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only when you are using battery power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window.
Learning the Basics Using Standby 109 Using Standby If you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system, or are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are not a member of a domain, power off the computer using the Standby command as follows: 1 Click Start, Turn off computer. The Turn off computer window appears. Sample Turn off computer window 2 Click Stand By. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode.
Learning the Basics Using Standby Sample Stand by window 2 Select Stand by from the drop-down list of options. 3 Click OK. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks amber to indicate the machine is in Standby mode. If you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work often.
Learning the Basics Using Standby 111 To put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button or close the display panel, you must preset the mode: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console. See “TOSHIBA Console” on page 189.
5 Learning the Basics Using Standby Click the System Power Mode tab. Sample Normal Power Properties window 6 Select Standby for the options you want: ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you close the display panel. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Learning the Basics Using Standby 7 113 Click Override all Modes with settings here. The Set the range window appears. Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 9 Do one of the following: ❖ Click DC only for the settings to apply only when you are using battery power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window.
Chapter 4 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba’s energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba.
Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice Battery life may vary depending on applications, power management settings and features utilized. Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, visit the Toshiba Web site at: toshiba.
Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba’s InTouch Center. Charging the batteries Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
Mobile Computing Charging the batteries 117 The battery may not start charging immediately if: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is almost completely discharged. Leave the power connected, and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power To recharge the RTC battery, plug in the computer and leave it turned on until the RTC is fully charged. It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-time clock.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 119 The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console. See “TOSHIBA Console” on page 189. 4 Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the Running on Batteries section, click Details. 5 Click the Power Save Mode tab.
❖ Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Where you are working—since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba’s power-saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes. What to do when the battery runs low When the battery runs low you can: ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the battery.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 121 the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode, or to Turn Off or Shut down when the alarm goes off. To set an alarm: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console. See “TOSHIBA Console” on page 189.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer via the Start menu or place it in Hibernate mode according to the instructions in “Using Hibernation” on page 102. 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down with the front side of the computer facing you. 5 Move the battery release lock to the left in order to move the battery release latch.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 123 Releasing the battery 7 While still holding the release latch in the open position lift the battery pack out of the computer. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in “Disposing of used batteries safely” on page 127. For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery. Please return spent batteries to your Toshiba dealer.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 125 Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life. Safety precautions ❖ If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged, turn off the computer’s power immediately and disconnect the power cord from the power socket. Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer. ❖ Do not try to disassemble a battery pack.
❖ Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack could explode. Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: ❖ At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below: 1 Turn off the computer’s power. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the computer’s power. If it does not turn on, go to step 4.
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely 127 ❖ If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adapter. ❖ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries safely The life of a battery pack should last for years. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged.
Mobile Computing Traveling tips manuals, power cables, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your computer. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Chapter 5 Getting to Know the ® Windows XP Operating System This chapter introduces the Windows® XP operating system by guiding you through a few basic tasks. If you have used a Windows® operating system before, you will find the Windows® XP operating system familiar. Whether you have used a Windows®operating system or not, the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will more than offset the short amount of time spent going through these lessons.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® XP operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 131 You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element’s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Toshiba Access—Opens a window with links to software updates, services and support, and other important benefits. Recycle Bin—Holds files you have deleted using the Windows Explorer.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ❖ Search for files ❖ Access Windows Help and Support Center ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer For more information on starting programs, see “Lesson 6: Starting programs” on page 140. Taskbar Each time you open a program, a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 133 the files and folders reside in your computer on a storage device, such as a disk drive. You can think of your computer storage system in terms of office equipment. You have a file cabinet (device), that contains folders, and each folder may contain documents. Your office may have more than one file cabinet, just as your computer may have more than one disk drive.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 2 Click an empty area of the desktop to close the Start menu. 3 With the pointer in an empty area of the desktop, click the secondary button (the right-hand button) to open the desktop shortcut menu. As the name implies, shortcut menus provide quick access to many operating system features. Sample desktop shortcut menu 4 Click an empty area to close the shortcut menu.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 6 135 Now click the Close button in the upper-right corner of this window. The operating system closes the My Computer window. If the taskbar is locked, you need to unlock it. To unlock the taskbar, place the cursor on the taskbar and click the secondary button. Uncheck “Lock the Taskbar.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet HINT: You can move the taskbar to any of the desktop’s four edges. 8 Click the taskbar once again and drag it back to the bottom of the desktop. Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a window and from the taskbar. The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document 137 Sample My Computer window Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays a shortcut menu of commands applicable to the desktop. 2 Click New, then click Text Document.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens, there is a new button on the taskbar that reads My New Doc- Notepad (the name may be too long to fit into the taskbar space but, if you point to the name, the complete name is visible). By displaying buttons like this one, the taskbar helps you keep track of the programs and files you currently have open.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder 139 The operating system stores documents and programs in folders. It even stores other folders in folders. In this lesson, you will create a folder in which to store your new document. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu. 2 Click New, then click Folder.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs Lesson 6: Starting programs Usually, you will know which program you want to use for a particular task. This lesson teaches you how to launch programs from the Start menu, using two of the programs that are built into the Windows® XP operating system: Paint and Windows® Explorer. To launch the Paint program: 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. 2 Click Accessories. 3 Click Paint.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs 2 141 Click Windows Explorer. The operating system opens Windows® Explorer, which provides access to all your computer’s resources. For example, it lets you see all the files in a particular folder on the computer’s hard disk. Sample Windows Explorer window Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it—one for Paint and one for Windows® Explorer. 3 To re-display the Paint program, click the Paint button on the taskbar.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows If you have followed the lessons in this chapter, you now have a screen with several program windows open. You can organize these windows by resizing and repositioning windows so that you can see more than one of them at a time. You can also hide windows by removing them from the desktop without actually closing your document or program.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows 2 143 Click the Minimize button at the top-right of the Explorer window to hide the window. Windows® Explorer disappears from the desktop. However, it is still open, as you can see from the taskbar. HINT: Minimizing program windows is a good way to clean up the desktop without actually closing programs. 3 Click the Maximize button in the top-right corner of the Paint window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows 3 Click and drag the edge of the window until it takes up just less than half the width of the desktop. 4 Click the title bar of the Paint window and drag it to the left side of the desktop. You can move any window by clicking its title bar and dragging it. 5 Click Windows Explorer button on the taskbar.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 8: Closing programs 145 At this point you have two programs open on the desktop. The next lesson shows you how to close them. Lesson 8: Closing programs Once you are finished working with a document or program, it is a good idea to close it. While you can run several programs at the same time, having a large number of programs and documents open simultaneously can slow down your computer.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Creating a shortcut to the Calculator Use this method when you know the name and location of the program file to which you would like to create a shortcut. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu. 2 Click New, then click Shortcut. The operating system displays the Create Shortcut dialog box.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts 1 147 Click Start, then point to Search. Sample Search options on the Start menu 2 Click All Files and Folders. The operating system displays the Search Results dialog box. Sample Search Results dialog box 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. 3 Type char in the All or part of the file name: text box, and then click Search. The operating system displays a list of all the files with “char” in their names. 4 Click the Character Map file with the secondary button and drag it to the desktop. A shortcut menu appears. 5 Click Create Shortcut here.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver 149 of these properties can be customized to meet your particular needs and tastes. DEFINITION: An object is an independent block of data, text, or graphics that was created by an individual application. This lesson introduces object properties by showing you how to change one of the properties of the desktop—the screen saver.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time 5 Scroll through the screen saver options by clicking the scroll arrows in the list box. 6 Try a screen saver pattern by clicking a name in the list box. The operating system displays your selection in the monitor above the list box. Try several patterns. 7 To apply a pattern to your desktop, click Apply. 8 After you have chosen a screen saver pattern and applied it to your desktop, click OK.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time 151 Sample Date and Time Properties dialog box HINT: To open the Date and Time Properties dialog box more quickly, either click the time display on the taskbar with the secondary button, then click Adjust Date and Time, or doubleclick the time display. 4 Click the Date & Time tab and set the correct month, year, day, and time. 5 Click the Time zone tab, then the drop-down list box and set your time zone.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Earlier in this tutorial, you created a new icon on the desktop. Since everything you have done to this point has been just practice, you may want to return the desktop back to its original uncluttered state. This lesson explains how to remove objects from the desktop and introduces the Recycle Bin.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop 153 Sample Recycle Bin open on the desktop 4 To completely remove an object, select it, and then click File, Delete. The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin. Later on—in your real work, not in this tutorial—you will use the Recycle Bin to delete other objects such as folders, documents, and sometimes even programs. Still, the process is the same. Just drag an object’s icon to the Recycle Bin.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 13: Using System Restore To delete everything from the Recycle Bin at once, choose Empty Recycle Bin from the File menu. Click Yes to confirm that you are sure. HINT: Empty the Recycle Bin periodically. Even though an item is moved to the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space on the hard disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 155 The operating system guides you through the process of storing your system settings for future use. It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time. Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? This lesson teaches you how to use some of the Help and Support features in Windows® XP operating system.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? The Help and Support Center Index window pane appears. Sample Help and Support Center Index The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type in a topic you want to find in the index. 3 Type pictures in the Type in the keyword to find: text box. Notice as you type that the index moves to locate what you typed.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 157 Sample Drawing help window 5 Click the Paint link. The operating system opens the Paint program. Not every Help topic contains a hot link to start the program it is talking about. However, when you do encounter one, it provides a convenient way to start the program to look at it while you read about the program in the Help topic.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 15: Turning off your computer 2 Click What’s new for Help and support. 3 On the right pane, click Tours and articles. 4 On the right pane, click Tour of Windows XP. Sample Help and Support Center window Lesson 15: Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the Windows® XP operating system shut down your computer.
Chapter 6 Exploring Your Options In this chapter, you will explore other features of your notebook computer.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace. This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 161 Bringing the world to your desktop With the Windows® XP operating system you can set up your desktop with complete World Wide Web integration at a single click. Turning on the Web content interface The first step to bring active content to your desktop is to turn on the Web content interface: 1 Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the secondary button. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Click the Desktop tab.
7 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop To browse the Gallery for more components to add, click Visit Gallery. In order to browse, an active Internet connection must be established. 8 To select some other Web site, type the address of the Web site you want or click Browse to locate it. You can configure the Web content interface in several other ways. For further information, see your operating system documentation or access Windows® Help by clicking Start, Help and Support.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 163 Choosing a style To select desktop and browsing style options: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. 2 Select the Tools menu, then click Folder Options. The Folder Options dialog box appears. Sample Folder Options dialog box 3 Click the preferred options. 4 Click Apply, then OK.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop a regular basis. For example, using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather, game scores, stock prices, or headlines—all in the window of your choice. Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window. As you browse, the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 165 The elements you can add to the top of the window are: Toolbar element Description Address Bar Opens Web pages, programs, folders, or documents. By default, the address bar shows your current location, and whether it is a folder or a Web page. You can browse to another location by typing an address — a URL, a path, or even a program name. If you start typing a previously typed address, the AutoComplete feature finishes the address for you.
Exploring Your Options Using your computer at the office 2 Open the folder you want to view as a Web page. 3 In the Tools menu, select Folder Options. 4 In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common tasks in folders. 5 Click Apply, then OK. Sample Control Panel window as a Web page The addition of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the appearance of a Web page.
Exploring Your Options Using your computer at the office 167 You can connect an external USB-compatible keyboard and a USB-compatible mouse to one of the USB ports. For more information about connecting a mouse, see “Connecting a mouse” on page 70.
Exploring Your Options Using your computer at the office A location box appears. 5 In the Attached to field, the COM port is specified. 6 Make a note of the COM port number. 7 To verify that the modem is set up properly, double-click the COM port to which your modem is connected. The Modem AMR Properties box appears. 8 In the device status area, the computer should indicate whether the modem is working properly.
Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer 5 169 Click Next and follow the directions on the screen. The computer connects to the network. Exchanging data with another computer To transfer a large amount of information between computers, you need a physical connection and a synchronization program. You can use the Windows® XP Briefcase or a specialized synchronization program that transfers data using a cable connected to the computers’ parallel ports.
Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer Setting up a wireless connection For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or contact your Toshiba Authorized Service Provider. Accessing the wireless modules using your system tray The following information applies to systems with the optional Wi-Fi feature: To install the Wi-Fi option at a later time, contact your Toshiba Authorized Service Provider.
Exploring Your Options Connecting to the Internet 171 Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet you may need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your computer) ❖ A telephone line, DSL, a cable connection, or a satellite link ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) Once you have established an ISP account, you can access the Internet.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Signing up with an Internet Service Provider ❖ Getting started ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from the Internet For more information about the Internet, see “Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet 173 Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection. You can connect to the Internet by using a telephone and modem or through other higher-speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet Internet features The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help you perform many tasks. ❖ Internet email To send and receive email of your own, you need a mailbox on the Web, or an email address. If you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service.
Exploring Your Options Toshiba’s online resources 175 large amounts of data. You can also use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) supported by a separate software program. Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions, and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For more information, see “Contacting Toshiba” on page 223.
Exploring Your Options Changing the display properties setting Sample Display Properties dialog box 2 Click the Settings tab. 3 Slide the Screen area slider bar toward Less until the setting reads 800 x 600, then click Apply. The screen blinks momentarily while the settings are adjusted. 4 The Monitor Settings window appears and asks if you want to keep the settings. 5 Click Yes. 6 To change the settings back, repeat steps 2 through 5.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 177 Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone. You can play .wav sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones or external speakers. Recording sounds You can make audio recordings and save them as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack and using the Sound Recorder feature in the operating system. DEFINITION: A .
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Positioning bar Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward Sample Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone. You can only record 60 seconds at a time. 4 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. 5 To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. 6 To save the file, select Save from the File menu.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards 4 179 Click OK. Your new settings take effect the next time you record. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers. TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software — a set of programs that acts as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is on) possible. The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your PC Card. Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services, you should use the files included in the operating system.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards 181 Inserting a PC Card To avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer, do not force the card into the PC Card slot. Removing PC Cards 1 Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears, it is safe to remove the PC Card. 2 To remove the PC Card, press the slot’s eject button once. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Removing a PC Card 3 Remove the PC Card and store it properly. Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.” Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use. For example: ❖ Never remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it.
Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to configure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility Using Accessibility enables you to make the Fn key a sticky key, meaning you can press it once, release it and then press a function key to activate the hot key function. To open Accessibility: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Select Toshiba Utilities, then select Accessibility. The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears. 3 Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box. Sample TOSHIBA Accessibility window 4 Put a check mark next to the desired option.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse 185 Fn-esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba’s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any program without using the Start menu. This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to quickly access your programs and files. For information on creating operating system shortcuts, see “Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts” on page 145.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are white. ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color. ❖ Unavailable keys are dark gray. Assigning a key to a program or document There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document: ❖ Drag-and-drop ❖ Use the keyboard The method most often used is drag-and-drop.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse 187 The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected. To open the program or document, press Fn plus the appropriate key. Using the keyboard To assign a key to open a program or document: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 Using the keyboard, press and hold the Fn key, then press the desired assignment key. The Assignment Type window appears. HINT: If you are making a direct key assignment, complete step 3. If you are making a popup assignment, complete step 4.
Toshiba Utilities Hotkey utility ❖ To create a popup list with items from various folders, or to pick only a few items from a folder, create a new folder containing only the desired programs and documents. If you are unsure how to do this, refer to your operating system documentation. ❖ Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just selected. ❖ To open a popup list showing the items in that folder, press Fn plus the appropriate key.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 189 To activate the utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and then click Hotkey utility. The Toshiba Hotkey utility window appears. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 4 Put a check mark next to the desired option. 5 Click OK. TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access the TOSHIBA Console: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 5.375 x 8.
2 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Point to TOSHIBA Console, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers the following features: ❖ Customize Your Computer ❖ Security Customize Your Computer The features available in this category are: ❖ Power Management (See “Power Management” on page 191.) ❖ Mouse (properties) ❖ Hotkey assignment (See “Fn-esse” on page 185.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 191 Security The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password Power Management The Power Management feature enables you to control your computer’s power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, or create one yourself. To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA Console: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Point to TOSHIBA Console, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection.
3 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Click the Power Management icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Power Save Modes tab shows the power usage modes for both AC power (“Plugged in”) and battery power (Running on batteries”). You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized mode. The preset modes cannot be deleted.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 193 Plugged in section This section has a single preset power usage mode — Full Power. You can create other AC power modes, but Toshiba recommends use of the preset Full Power mode. The windows and settings for creating and customizing battery power modes are described in the following sections.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console The Properties window for the selected mode opens with the General tab displayed. This tab enables you to choose an icon for your power usage mode, describe the mode’s characteristics and, optionally, associate it with a program. The Name field displays the name assigned to the mode in the Power Saver Properties window. You can change the name here if you wish. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 195 The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the following: ❖ Display — Allows you to select the built-in LCD and/or external monitor when the computer powers on. ❖ Boot Priority — Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system. You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button, then quickly pressing the F12 key, or the right or left arrow keys.
Chapter 8 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your notebook computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your dealer or the manufacturer of a software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix 197 To close a program that has stopped responding: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. 3 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with step 4.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 5 Press Enter to add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message. 6 Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 199 diskette drive, press the left or right arrow key and choose your boot-up device. HINT: Press F12 as you power on the computer to access the menu. The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message. The computer was placed in Standby mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer’s memory has been lost.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ❖ Reboot ❖ Return to OS Choices Menu 201 See your Windows® documentation for further explanation. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To access Windows® XP Help and Support: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support. The Help and Support Center window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the topic of the problem with which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions. ❖ Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on-screen instructions.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 203 The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time. After you add each device, test it to make sure it and all previously connected devices work. The device most recently connected to the system is the one most likely to be causing a hardware conflict. Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Plug and Play With Plug and Play and the Windows® XP operating system, avoiding hardware conflicts is easy. Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS (basic input/ output system) and the operating system to automatically assign resources to Plug and Play-compliant devices. In theory, if every device connected to the computer is Plug and Play-compliant, no two devices will compete for the same system resources.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 205 Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable. Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To check a device’s properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Administrative Tools. 2 Double-click the Computer Management icon. 3 In the left pane, click Device Manager. 4 To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. 5 To view the properties, double-click the device. The operating system displays the Device Properties window, which provides an array of tabs.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 207 Memory module problems Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer). Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device-related.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cable or from the system batteries (main battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 209 The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does. If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it may not charge fully. Let the battery discharge completely, then try charging it again. Check the power options using the Power Management utility.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. If no password is registered, press Enter.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ 211 Make sure the display choice is not set for the built-in screen only. The screen does not look right. You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Properties. This displays the Display Properties window. The Appearance tab of this window allows you to choose the colors for the screen. The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen resolution.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 4 213 Click the Check Now button. The Check Disk window appears. 5 6 You can choose one or both options: ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors Click Start. The Error-checking test runs. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for some time, your files may have become fragmented. Run Disk Defragmenter.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict cover is loose, replace the diskette. If the label is loose, replace the label and try inserting the diskette again. The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk error message. If you are starting the computer from a diskette, the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer. Replace it with a bootable diskette. The drive cannot read a diskette. Try another diskette.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 215 To remove a disc without turning on the computer, use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button on the right side of the computer. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Some discs run correctly, but others do not.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Sample Secondary IDE Channel Properties window 7 Click the Advanced Settings tab. 8 Look at Device 0. The current transfer mode should be Ultra DMA Mode 2. If it is not, select Ultra DMA Mode 2 from the pull-down menu and click OK. Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. Adjust the volume control. If you are using external headphones or speakers, check that they are securely connected to your computer.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 217 Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the Recording Control Utility (default Off), or the Mute feature in the Mixer Utility (default Enabled), may cause feedback. Revert to the default settings. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict the manufacturer of the PC Card for information about using the card under the operating system. PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. See “Using PC Cards” on page 179 for how to insert PC Cards. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is available, try the card in that machine.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 219 The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. Remove the PC Card. If removing the PC Card does not resolve the problem, try restarting the computer. If the computer still does not work, contact the PC Card’s manufacturer. Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails. Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card: 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray. Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 221 Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer’s modem port and the telephone line jack. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port. See “Determining the COM port” on page 167.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy files to diskette, following the steps in “Saving your work” on page 84. ❖ Copy files to your network partition. ❖ Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 223 Before you call Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before contacting Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program’s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions.
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖ Your computer’s model and model number. ❖ Your computer’s serial number. ❖ The computer and any optional devices related to the problem. ❖ Backup copies of your operating system and all other preloaded software on diskettes or CD-ROM. ❖ Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation diskettes or CD-ROM.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices 225 Toshiba’s worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Austria Toshiba Europe GmbH Handelskai 388 1020 Wien, Austria Belgium Toshiba Information Systems Benelux (Belgium) B.V. Excelsiorlaan 40 B-1930 Zaventem Belgium Canada Toshiba Canada Ltd. 191 McNabb Street Markham, Ontario L3R - 8H2 Canada Czech Republic CHG Toshiba, s.r.o.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 United States 800-457-7777 (within the US) 949-859-4273 (outside of the US - this call may incur long distance charges) Luxembourg Toshiba Information Systems Benelux B.V. Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel The Netherlands Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain Sweden Scribona PC AB Sundbybergsväegen 1 Box 1374 171 27 Solna Sweden Switzerland Ozalid AG Herostrasse 7 8048 Zürich Switzerland United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd.
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Instant password security F1 Fn + This hot key blanks the display.
Hot Keys Instant password security 229 make the display’s content reappear, if no password is set for the current user. With a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. If you set a blank screen saver, pressing the Fn + F1 key combination to activate instant security will cause the screen to go blank. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display’s content reappear.
Hot Keys Power usage mode To set up a password with a screen saver, go to Windows XP help for instructions: 1 Click Start, Help and Support. 2 In the Search field, type password screen saver. 3 Press Enter. 4 Click the Protect your files with a screen saver password link located under the suggested topics. Follow the steps listed in the Windows help to set up your password-protected screen saver.
Hot Keys Standby mode 231 Standby mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode. This message box can be set so it does not display. Sample Standby confirmation box ❖ For more information about Standby mode, please see “Using Standby” on page 109. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. The message box can be set so it does not display. Sample Hibernation confirmation box ❖ If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see “Using Hibernation” on page 102. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hot Keys Display modes 233 Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hot Keys Display brightness Display brightness Fn + The Fn + F6 hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + The Fn + F7 hot key increases the screen brightness. Sample display brightness window Enabling a wireless device Fn + The Fn + F8 hot key turns the Wi-Fi device on or off only if the Wi-Fi switch is in the on position. If your machine includes multiple internal wireless devices, the Fn + F8 hot key will allow you to switch between or disable those devices.
Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys 235 Keyboard hot keys F10 + and off. Fn + off. Fn F11 This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and F12 + off. Fn This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see “Overlay keys” on page 81. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Appendix B Power Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved VDA approved NEMKO approved 236 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user’s guide.
Glossary DMA direct memory access DIMM dual inline memory module DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic DVD digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Ele
Glossary 239 PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference ROM read-only memory RTC real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial bus URL uniform resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear
Glossary alternating current (AC) — The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets. AC reverses its direction at regular intervals. Compare direct current (DC). application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also program. B backup — A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged.
Glossary 241 bus — An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus. bus speed — The speed at which the central processing unit (CPU) communicates with the other parts of the computer. byte — A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data.
Glossary color palette — A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility — The extent to which computers, programs, or devices can work together harmoniously, using the same commands, formats, or language as another. configuration — (1) The collection of components that make up a single computer system. (2) How parts of the system are set up (that is, configured).
Glossary 243 direct memory access (DMA) — A dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory — See folder. disable — To turn a computer option off. See also enable. disc — A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and written to by optical (laser) technology, and used in the production of optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs. Compare disk.
Glossary driver — See device driver. DVD — An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVD-ROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) — A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs. Compare CD-ROM. E emulation — A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program. enable — To turn on a computer option. See also disable.
Glossary 245 format — (verb) To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer’s operating system. Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it. frontside bus — The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer’s main memory. Also called “system bus.” See also bus. function keys — The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard.
Glossary hot key — (1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping — The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. I icon — A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program.
Glossary 247 liquid crystal display (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it. A filter over the electrodes permits only nonpolarized light to pass to the surface of the display, creating light and dark pixels.
Glossary MS-DOS prompt — See system prompt. multimedia — A combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a computer program or presentation. multi-function drive -- A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media. Musical Instrument Digital Interface — See MIDI. N network — A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities.
Glossary 249 password — A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network. PC Card — A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral — Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer’s CPU.
Glossary read-only memory — See ROM. reboot — See boot, restart. removable disk — A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of a removable disk. resolution — A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer, resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically. restart — Synonymous with reboot.
Glossary 251 software — See program. Compare hardware. Standby — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again. Suspend — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again.
Glossary World Wide Web (www) — The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site. See also Internet. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Index A AC adapter 55 AC power light 55, 59 Accessories programs 154 alarms low battery 120, 121 audio features 177 avoiding injury 48 B battery alarms 120 caring for 125 changing 121 charge not lasting 209 charging 74, 116 conserving power 119 disposal 127 installing 121 light 44, 59, 118 monitoring power 118 power usage mode 230 release latch 45 release lock 45 remaining power 118 removing 122 RTC (real-time clock) 115, 117 setting alarms 121 battery cover 46 buttons CD Player 91 DVD-ROM or multifunctio
Index problem solving 215 channels DMA 203 IRQ 203 Character Map 146 charging main battery 116 RTC (real-time clock) battery 117 checking device properties 205 cleaning CD or DVDs 93 computer 75 click 61 closing programs 145 comfort chair 49 lighting 50 work habits 51 command Shut down 95 Turn Off 95 commands Hibernate 96 powering down 95 Standby 97 communications programs 94 setting up 93 system resources 203 via modem 94 compact discs inserting 89 problem solving 215 removing 92 computer cleaning 7
Index D date and time setting 150 DC-IN 57 desktop 130 browsing style 162 creating new icon 131 creating shortcuts 145 major features 130 properties 149 shortcut menu 134 Start button 131 system tray 132 taskbar 132, 142 Device Manager 205 checking properties 205 disabling a device 205, 206 devices keyboard 74 dial-up connection 94 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 94 Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL) 171, 173 disk activity light 44 Disk Defragmenter 213 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 213 missing files/trou
Index non-system disk or disk error 199, 214 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 211 program has performed an illegal operation 197 warning resume failure 199 Error-checking 212 expansion memory slot 66 cover 46 external diskette drive 73 keyboard 74 external monitor connecting 166 not working 212 external speakers 179 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 212 files 133 backing up 79, 85 printing 85 saving 78, 84 transferring 169 Fn key 42, 83 assigning functions 186 Fn
Index I icon 130 desktop 131 moving to desktop 131 naming 139 safety 34 indicator panel keyboard 44 inserting CDs and DVDs 89 PC Cards 180 installing main battery 121 interference statement 13 Internal mode 212 Internet 172 bookmarked site not found 201 chat rooms 174 connecting to 171 news groups 174 overview 172 slow connection 201 URL address not found 201 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 173 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 203 J jacks headphone 41 microphone 41 K keyboard 43 character keys 80 Ctrl, Fn, and Al
Index modem determining COM port 167 port 41, 94 problem solving 221 resetting port to default settings 167 upgrading 167 modem, using 94 monitor connecting 71, 166 not working 210 port 40 mouse connecting 70 moving the computer 76 multi-function drive 40 cannot access disc 214 drive tray will not open 214 problems 214 troubleshooting 206 My Computer 133, 134 N network connecting to 94 dial-up connection 94 New Folder icon 139 new text document 137 Notepad 138 numeric mode light 45 O object propert
Index power usage mode 120 powering off 95 precautions 51 primary button 61 printer Add Printer Wizard 62 problem solving 220 printing a file 85 problem solving AC power 208 accessing disk drives 199 battery charge does not last 209 cannot access CD/DVD 214 cannot insert diskette in drive 213 cannot read a diskette 214 changing display properties 211 checking device properties 205 compact discs not running correctly 215 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 219 computer will not power up 198 contacting Tosh
Index starting 83 Web browsers 172 properties 149 R recharging main battery 116 RTC battery 117 recording adjusting quality 178 sounds 177 Recovery Media 35 Recycle Bin 131, 152 remaining battery power 118 removing CDs and DVDs 92 main battery 122 PC Cards 181 resizing windows 142, 143 Restart command 96 restarting from Hibernate 108 restarting from Standby 113 restarting from Turn Off 102 RTC (real-time clock) battery 115 running the computer on battery power 114 S safety computer 127 disposing of
Index sticky key 184 support for Windows 132 system indicator panel 38, 43 System Restore 154 System Setup 199 System Tools 154 system tools 212 Disk Defragmenter 213 Error-checking 212 system tray 132 T taskbar 132, 142 customizing 160 telephone line connecting the modem 94 text file 137 toolbars displaying in a window 165 Toshiba Internet Web sites 224 Toshiba Accessories information 35 TOSHIBA Console 189 Toshiba Hardware Setup 194 TouchPad 43 using 133 using with control buttons 133 transferring file
Index Web sites Support Online 202 Web sites,Toshiba 224 windows hiding 142 repositioning 142 resizing 142, 143 Windows Explorer 140 Windows Help 132 Windows Media Player 90 Windows Standby 74 Windows XP change date and time settings 150 changing the screen saver 149 closing programs 145 creating a new folder 139 creating a text file 137 creating shortcuts 145 desktop 130 Help 155, 201 Help and Support 202 problem solving 199 Recycle Bin 152 removing objects 152 resizing or moving windows 142, 143 sp
