® Tecra M3 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Website pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre 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 207 in this guide.
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Model: Tecra M3 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may include Recordable and/or ReWritable optical media drive(s) and associated software, among the most advanced data storage technologies available.
Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Website at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information. Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can.
provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. 3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
Wireless LAN and your Health Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
Finnish: Dutch: French: Swedish: Danish: German: Valmistaja TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Hierbij verklaart TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp.
Spanish: Portuguese: Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. USA – Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.
1. Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment. (1) (2) (3) 2.4DSOF4 (4) 1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. OF: This equipment uses OFDM 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.
The Name of the radio equipment: refer to the equipment label provided on the computer 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. 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only.
Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Netherlands Portugal UK New Zealand Sweden USA Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: 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.
Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure. 802.
listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. ❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point.
802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA 802.
Mexico Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Netherlands Peru Spain UK Venezuela New Zealand Portugal Sweden Uruguay 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.
Bluetooth® wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth® Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group. ❖ Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
Bluetooth® wireless technology and your Health The products with Bluetooth wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.
L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prét à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif. The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
NOTE Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design.
2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment. (1) (2) (3) 2.4FH1 (4) 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. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3.
The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. DVD-ROM, multi-function drive safety instructions The DVD-ROM and multi-function drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive.
Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. ©2005 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Export Administration Regulation This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S.
Trademarks Tecra, AccuPoint II, Fn-esse, and Slim SelectBay are registered trademarks, and ConfigFree is a trademark, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows, Windows XP Professional, DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Contents Introduction ............................................................................... 37 This guide ...............................................................38 Safety icons ............................................................39 Other icons used...............................................40 Other documentation ..............................................40 Service options .......................................................41 Chapter 1: Getting Started..................
Contents 29 Using the computer for the first time ......................54 Your computer’s features and specifications ....55 Turning on the power........................................56 Turning off the computer ........................................57 Closing the display panel ..................................58 Caring for your computer........................................58 Cleaning the computer ......................................58 Moving the computer........................................
Contents Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition........................................80 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media ..........................................83 Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility.............86 Installing drivers and applications.....................87 Using Slim SelectBay® modules .............................87 Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay® .88 Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay® .....
Contents 31 Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device .........................................109 Using the Toshiba Assist button ...........................110 Starting a program................................................111 Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer .112 Starting a program from the Run dialog box ..113 Saving your work ..................................................114 File names.......................................................116 Using a file extension..............
Contents Charging the RTC battery................................137 Monitoring battery power .....................................139 Determining remaining battery power.............140 What to do when the main battery runs low ...142 Setting battery alarms.....................................142 Conserving battery power ..............................143 Power Profiles ................................................143 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........145 Changing the main battery ..
Contents 33 Surfing the Internet.........................................169 Internet features..............................................169 Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet ..............................................170 Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 171 Fn-esse .................................................................172 Starting Fn-esse .............................................
Contents Deleting a power on (user-level) password.....195 Deleting a user token on an SD™ memory card...........................................................196 Using the power-on (user-level) password .....196 Using a supervisor password................................197 Setting a supervisor password........................197 Creating a supervisor token on an SD™ memory card ............................................199 Deleting a supervisor password......................
Contents 35 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........216 Memory problems ..........................................218 Power and the batteries ..................................219 Keyboard problems.........................................221 Display problems ............................................222 Disk drive problems ........................................224 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...227 Sound system problems .................................228 PC Card problems.........
Contents Disabling or enabling wireless devices..................257 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad .....................257 Keyboard hot keys ...............................................257 Zooming applications in/out .................................258 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors......................... 259 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer............................................. 260 Getting Started.....................................................
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. You will find your operating system, Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional, already installed on your computer. Your operating system offers exciting features, multimedia enjoyment, and easy Internet access. NOTE Certain Microsoft® software product(s) included with this computer may use technological measures for copy protection.
Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
Introduction Safety icons 39 Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Introduction Other documentation Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon indicates technical information about the computer. HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.
Introduction Service options 41 Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty. Toshiba's standard limited warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at www.warranty.toshiba.com. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes 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 that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using, such as a printer.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from: ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ 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.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 45 Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation. Before you remove a PC Card, always wait for it to cool. You could get burned removing a hot PC Card. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer. It could damage the computer or cause system failure.
Getting Started Setting up your computer Important information on your computer’s cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may be located on the bottom of the computer. To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is not blocked. The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum.
Getting Started Setting up your computer 47 To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account, you must either connect the built-in modem to a telephone line or establish a Local Area Network (LAN) connection. See “Connecting your modem to a telephone line” on page 98. Setting up your software NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices.
Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba NOTE 6 If you are connecting your computer to a network, consult your system administrator before you choose your computer name and network settings. Follow the remaining screen prompts to complete the setup process. Once you click the final screen, your computer restarts automatically.
Getting Started Adding external devices 49 Adding external devices TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to “Setting up your software” on page 47 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 comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cord/ cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer’s main battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 51 AC adapter cord AC adapter Power cord/cable Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter cord To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter. Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter cord Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet.
Getting Started Using the main battery NOTE 53 ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter. If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is attached. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 55 To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Never lift the computer by the display panel. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC. 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 Turning on the power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that any diskette drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on/off light on the system indicator panel glows green—about one second.
Getting Started Turning off the computer 57 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. With the computer off, it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery.
Getting Started Caring for your computer Closing the display panel When you are finished, shut the computer down and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. If you close the computer while it is still on, the following actions occur: ❖ If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD panel automatically turns off until you open it again. ❖ If you have the audible warning set, the computer beeps to notify you that it is still on.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 59 Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). Doing so could damage the system.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 4 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot on the computer, then engage the locking mechanism. The computer is now securely locked. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Chapter 2 Connecting Other External Devices This chapter describes how to connect devices that can increase the capabilities of your computer. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect three different types of external display devices to one of two available video ports: ❖ A television via the S-video port. ❖ A video display device, such as a video projection unit, via the S-video port.
Connecting Other External Devices Using external display devices Connecting the display device If you are connecting a television or other video display device to the computer’s S-video port, first refer to the next two subsections. If you are connecting an SVGA monitor, skip to “Connecting an external monitor or projector” on page 63. Selecting video cables To connect a device to the S-video port, you must purchase an S-video cable. For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable.
Connecting Other External Devices Using external display devices 4 63 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5 or by using the Display Properties settings. For more information, see below. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB port on the back of the computer. 2 Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet.
Connecting Other External Devices Using external display devices ❖ 3 TV (or other external video device) only Release the Fn key. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, Control Panel and then Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, click Apply or OK.
Connecting Other External Devices Using an external keyboard 65 Video limitations Keep in mind that the quality of the display is limited to the capabilities of the external video device. ❖ 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 appears on the screen. You can scroll to view the “lost” area.
Connecting Other External Devices Using a mouse Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key An external keyboard does not have the Fn key provided by the computer’s built-in keyboard. You can use the Fn Key Emulation option in Toshiba Hardware Setup to assign an external keyboard key combination to emulate the internal keyboard’s Fn key. In Toshiba Hardware Setup, you can emulate the Fn key by setting key combinations in the keyboard option of the utility.
Connecting Other External Devices Connecting a local printer 67 Connecting a local printer NOTE Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly. Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a local printer.
Connecting Other External Devices Connecting an optional external diskette drive 2 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer’s parallel port. Use the printer cable illustration as a connection guide. To the computer To the printer Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable 3 Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet. 4 See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps.
Connecting Other External Devices Connecting external speakers or headphones 69 Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Connecting external speakers or headphones Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down, and do not set the volume too high when using the headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing.
Connecting Other External Devices Connecting an external microphone Connecting an external microphone Your computer comes equipped with an internal microphone, but to record higher quality sounds, you can attach an external microphone: 1 Locate the microphone jack on the right side of the computer. 2 Plug the microphone cord into the microphone jack. 3 Turn on the microphone. The internal microphone is automatically disabled.
Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 71 Adding memory HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data.
Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition. Installing a memory module with the computer’s power on may damage the computer, the module, or both. 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.
Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 4 73 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate and remove the retaining screw. Place the screw in a safe place so that you can retrieve it later. Sample removing the retaining screw 5 Turn the computer over and slide the display latch to the right and open the display panel. 6 Carefully insert a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the brace. The brace is fragile and should not be bent.
Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory Sample removing the keyboard brace 7 Remove the two screws securing the keyboard. Place the screws in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. 8 Lift up the back of the keyboard, rotate it toward you and lay it face down on the palm rest. Sample rotating the keyboard 9 Remove the retaining screw and the metal brace. Place the screw in a safe place so that you can retrieve it later. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 75 10 Remove the existing memory module from the slot by pulling the clips away from the memory module. Place the module in antistatic packaging and store it in a safe place. Sample removing the metal brace 11 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 12 Insert the memory module into the socket.
Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory clip clip Sample inserting the memory module into the socket 14 Check that the module is lined up with the socket clips. Sample aligning the module into the socket 15 Gently press down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place. clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be level when secured in place. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 77 The clips on either side of the memory module will click to secure the memory module. 16 Replace the metal brace and the screw. 17 Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with the two screws. 18 Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches. 19 Install the battery pack. 20 Turn the computer over and restart it.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default state without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Delete your hard disk drive recovery partition without the risk of losing your data. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with your computer. Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs Depending on your system configuration, you may be able to copy the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities to CD or DVD.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 79 Sample Recovery Disc Creator screen 3 Select the items you want to copy by clicking the checkbox next to the item’s Name – recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. 4 Click Burn. 5 Insert the first blank CD or DVD into your computer’s CD/DVD writable drive when prompted. 6 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the copy process.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your C: drive and then recovering it.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 81 1 Press 1 on the keyboard to recover your hard disk drive to its original factory setting. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure you have saved your work on external media before proceeding. 2 Click Yes to begin the recovery. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 3 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size Resizing and recovering your C: drive to its factory default setting reformats all partitions on the HDD (for example, if you created a D: drive, it will be deleted during the recovery process) and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work on external media before proceeding.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 83 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you can re-build the system using your Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs (refer to “Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs” on page 78): ❖ Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your CD/DVD drive and power on the computer.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities process. Be sure you have saved your work on external media before proceeding. 2 Click Yes to begin the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 3 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering the C: partition of the HDD only Recovering the C: drive to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your information on the recovered drive will be lost.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 85 Recovering the entire HDD without the HDD Recovery Area This option recovers your C: drive without creating the HDD Recovery Utilities partition. This will increase the size of your C: drive. Recovering your C: drive to its factory default state without the recovery partition reformats all partitions on the HDD (for example, if you created a D: drive, it will be deleted during the recovery process), and your information will be lost.
Connecting Other External Devices Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility You can delete the HDD recovery partition without losing your data. 1 Click Start, All Programs, Hard Disk Recovery Utilities, and then Delete Hard Disk Recovery Partition. The Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility warning screen displays. Sample Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility screen 2 Click OK to continue. 3 When the following warning screen displays, click OK to confirm.
Connecting Other External Devices Using Slim SelectBay® modules 87 Installing drivers and applications The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows desktop. You can also launch the application by clicking Start, All Programs, Hard Disk Recovery Utilities, and then Toshiba Application Installer.
Connecting Other External Devices Using Slim SelectBay® modules HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately. See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay® Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to components, such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the computer itself.
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives 3 89 Slide the Slim SelectBay module out of the computer. Sample removing the Slim SelectBay module If you are removing the weight saver, retain it for transporting the computer when no other module is installed in the Slim SelectBay. Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay® To install a module into the Slim SelectBay, simply slide the module all the way into the Slim SelectBay until the latch locks into place.
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables that may be connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery. See “Changing the main battery” on page 146. 5 Remove the screw on the hard drive bay cover. Sample removing the hard drive bay cover screw 6 Remove the hard drive bay cover. Sample removing the hard drive bay cover 7 Lift the hard drive bay cover to expose the hard drive. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives 8 Release the hard drive from the hard drive connector by grasping the plastic tab on the exposed edge of the hard drive sliding it to the left side of the computer until it is fully disconnected. Sample sliding the hard drive away from the connector 9 91 Lift the hard drive out of the hard drive bay. Sample lifting the hard drive out of the hard drive bay 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives 10 Install the new hard drive by placing the drive into the hard drive bay. Sample placing the hard drive into the hard drive bay 11 Slide the hard drive into the hard drive connector. Sample sliding the hard drive into the hard drive connector 12 Press the drive firmly into the connector. Do not force the drive into the computer. 13 Replace the hard drive bay cover and tighten the screw removed in step 5. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing PC Cards 93 Inserting and removing PC Cards Your computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I cards—You can install one of these cards. ❖ Type II cards—You can install one of these cards. TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard (or later).
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing PC Cards There are two different ways to insert a PC Card: ❖ Turn off the computer and follow the steps below. ❖ Insert the PC card while the computer is running. See “Hot swapping” on page 95 for more information. To insert a PC Card with the computer off: 1 Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer. 2 Insert the PC Card in the lower slot.
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing PC Cards 95 Sample pressing the PC card eject button The PC Card ejects slightly from the slot. 4 Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot. Hot swapping With PC Cards, 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, remember not to remove a card while it is in use.
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting an ExpressCard™ Inserting an ExpressCard™ Before you insert an ExpressCard, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it. You can only use PC Cards in the bottom slot or ExpressCards in the top slot. You cannot insert a PC Card into the ExpressCard slot (the upper slot), nor can you insert an ExpressCard into the PC card slot (the lower slot). To insert an ExpressCard: 1 Turn off the computer.
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting an SD™ card 97 Inserting an SD™ card Important: Do not use the Copy Disk function for SD cards. In order to copy data from one SD card to another, use the following procedure: 1 Format the target SD card in the same format as the source SD card. 2 Insert the source SD card. 3 Create a temporary folder on the hard disk drive. 4 Copy the contents of the source SD card into the temporary folder you created in step 3. 5 Remove the source SD card.
Connecting Other External Devices Connecting your modem to a telephone line To remove an SD card: 1 Press the card inward to release it and the card will pop out slightly. Do not touch the SD connector. You could expose the storage area to static electricity which can destroy data. Do not remove media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows message “copying...” disappears, writing to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed.
Connecting Other External Devices Connecting your modem to a telephone line 1 99 Plug one end of the telephone cable (purchased separately) into the modem port on the back of the computer. Sample connecting the telephone cable to the modem port 2 Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack. Sample connecting to a wall jack The modem is designed for use with a standard analog telephone line. Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem.
Connecting Other External Devices Using the i.LINK® port Using the i.LINK® port The i.LINK® port on the left side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate). This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as video devices. As with USB ports, the i.
Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter covers the basics of using your computer. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all the work since your last save if, for example, the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. HINT: Some programs have an automatic-save feature that you can activate.
❖ Learning the Basics Computing tips Back up your files to disks (or other removable 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 improve performance. Consult your operating system documentation for more information on these and other utilities.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 103 Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key. Most of the time this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. Using the Fn key you can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 105 Windows® special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: ❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key—Has the same function as the secondary mouse (or the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device) button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on, 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.
Learning the Basics Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device ❖ 107 For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters. To use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is on: ❖ Hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys. ❖ To return to the cursor control overlay, release Shift. To disable 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.
Learning the Basics Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. Secondary button—Performs the same function as the right button on a mouse. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch.
Learning the Basics Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 109 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.
Learning the Basics Using the Toshiba Assist button Using the Toshiba Assist button The Toshiba Assist button, the left-hand button located above the keyboard near the left side speaker, activates the Toshiba Assist. This gives you quick access to some common functions. You can change the function of this button so that it performs other operations if you desire. Sample TOSHIBA Assist screen To reprogram the TOSHIBA Assist button: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Printers and Other Hardware.
Learning the Basics Starting a program 4 111 ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ Starts your Internet browser (Internet Explorer) ❖ Starts your email (Outlook Express) ❖ Directs the display to a TV through the S-video port ❖ Disables the button ❖ Starts a custom program Select the option to which you wish to assign the TOSHIBA Assist button. To assign a custom program, choose Select your program and enter the appropriate information for the program, or select Browse to find the program.
Learning the Basics Starting a program Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps which use the Windows Wordpad program as an example: 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. The Windows XP operating system displays the All Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups.
Learning the Basics Starting a program 113 4 In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, doubleclick the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files. 5 In the left part of the window, click Windows NT. 6 Click Accessories. Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window. 7 In the right part of the window, double-click Wordpad or wordpad.exe. The operating system opens Wordpad.
Learning the Basics Saving your work ❖ If you do not know the program’s location, you can search for it by clicking Start, and then Search. When the Search screen displays, follow the displayed instructions. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop-down list. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. This is one of the most important aspects of computing.
Learning the Basics Saving your work 115 Saving files 1 On the File menu of your Windows® program, click Save. If you are working with a document that already has a file name, that is all there is to it. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name. Sample Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save.
Learning the Basics Printing your work File names The Windows XP operating system supports long file names which can contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % & { } ( ) @ and ‘. File names are not case-sensitive.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 117 To print a file: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now. 2 Open the File menu of your Windows program and click Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. Sample Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. 4 Click Print. Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive If a DVD-ROM drive or multi-function drive is not currently installed in the Slim SelectBay, follow the instructions in “Using Slim SelectBay® modules” on page 87. TECHNICAL NOTE: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region, the drive automatically changes to play in the format of the other region. The drive allows you to change regions four times.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 119 Eject button—Releases the disc tray when the system is powered on. Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the Drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole—Releases the disc tray when the power is off.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Sample pressing the eject button To avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray. HINT: The drive will not open if the computer’s power is off. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. Sample of the fully extended drive tray 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 5 121 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust. Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could lose data. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “Caring for CDs and DVDs” on page 123. 6 Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up.
8 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are ready to use the disc.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 123 Removing a compact disc with the computer turned off To remove a compact disc (CD or DVD) with the computer turned off: 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Gently pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and place it in its protective cover.
Learning the Basics Using your computer at the office Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. An external monitor or projector connects to the RGB port. An external USB keyboard or a USB mouse connects to the USB port. A serial mouse connects to the serial port of the optional Advanced Port Replicator III.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 125 TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to power down your computer, save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. Using Turn Off or Shut down The Turn Off or Shut down command shuts the computer down completely.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. The computer shuts down completely. Holding Shift while the Turn Off computer Windows dialog box is open, changes the Stand By button to Hibernate. For more information about setting up hibernation, see “Using Standby” on page 130. NOTE Shutting down more quickly In addition to the above procedure, you can shut down the computer by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 127 Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties Dialog Box 5 NOTE Click OK, then close the Control Panel. For more information about the Power Saver utility, see “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page 179. Starting again after Shut down To start the computer up again, press the power button until the on/off light changes to green.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the mode of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn Off.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 4 129 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 Click OK. 6 Click OK again, then close the Control Panel.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Using Standby NOTE If you place your computer into either Standby or Hibernation mode immediately after the system has resumed from either mode, the computer may not properly reenter the selected mode. When resuming your computer from either Standby or Hibernation mode, make sure to wait until the system completes the process before placing the system back into either mode (approximately 1 minute).
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 131 Sample Turn Off Computer Windows dialog box NOTE If you hold down Shift, Stand By becomes Hibernate in the Turn Off Computer dialog box. To enter hibernation mode, you must hold down Shift while you select Hibernate. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode.
Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources 4 5 NOTE Select Standby for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you close the display panel. Click OK, then close the Control Panel. For more information about the Power Saver utility, see “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page 179.
Chapter 4 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all the aspects of using your computer on battery power. 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 Battery Notice Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components. Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication.
Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 135 Slim SelectBay, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. It maintains this information for up to a month while the computer is turned off.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. For more information on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer. Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries 137 TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. The main battery light ( ) glows amber while the battery is being charged, and glows green when it is fully charged.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped, resulting in the following error message during startup: BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS) CHECK SYSTEM NOTE The above error message may vary by computer model. The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 139 Monitoring battery power The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery’s current charge: ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged. ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged. ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Power button On/off light Battery light Sample power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and perform its calculations. To show remaining power: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 141 Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties Dialog Box The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’s capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can: ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the computer to an optional high capacity battery (if available for your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these things before the main ba
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 143 Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured ❖ How much you use the hard disk, DVD-ROM or multifunction drive, diskette drives, or other optional devices ❖ Where you are working, since operating time decreases at low temperatures There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your batte
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 2 Select an appropriate profile for your work environment or create your own custom profile. By changing the options that appear in the Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. You may choose a power-saving management strategy to best suit your computing needs.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 145 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile You may use a hot key to set the Power Profile. To set the Power Profile: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the Power Profile pop-up window. Sample Power Profile mode pop-up window 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the desired Power Profile. The Power Profile options are: Full Power, High Power, Normal, DVD Playback, Presentation, and Long Life. 3 Release the Fn key.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Changing the main battery Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another conductive object. This could cause serious injury or fire, and could also damage the battery pack. Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 147 Sample battery release latch 6 Pull the discharged battery module out of the computer. Sample removing the discharged battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Inserting a charged battery 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity. If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 149 ❖ Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer. ❖ Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to explode and release toxic materials. ❖ If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely pack is fully discharged. If the battery light flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet. The DC-IN or AC power-light should glow green, and the battery light should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the DC-IN or AC power-light indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied.
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely 151 You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged. Never attempt to dispose of a battery pack by burning or by throwing it into a fire, and never allow exposure to a heating apparatus (e.g., microwave oven). Heat can cause a battery pack to explode and possibly cause serious injury. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Mobile Computing Traveling tips Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to work” on page 42, also apply while traveling. ❖ Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust. ❖ Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs.
Chapter 5 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® XP Professional operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Common desktop features include icons, the Start button, and the taskbar. Icons Start button Taskbar Sample Windows XP operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a file or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon. The icons initially displayed on your Windows® XP operating system desktop include: Recycle Bin—Holds files you have deleted.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop 155 Internet Explorer—The Microsoft® Web browser that provides access to the Internet. Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration. See the Toshiba Help and Support Center for more specific information on each icon and how to use it.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop For answers to common questions, click Start, then click Help and Support to open the Toshiba Help and Support Center. Sample Toshiba Help and Support Center screen Click an item or use the Search box to locate a specific topic. Quick Launch toolbar The Quick Launch toolbar displays icons of tasks or programs, similar to desktop icons.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop 157 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. You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows. To make a program or window the currently active one, click the associated taskbar button.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features Exploring audio features You can play .wav sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. You can use your computer to record sounds using the built-in microphone or an external microphone. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features 159 To adjust the volume: ❖ For external speakers, use the volume controls located on the speaker(s). ❖ For headphones, use the computer’s volume control dial located on the front of the computer. Recording sounds You may record sounds and save them as .wav files using the built-in microphone or an external microphone. The easiest way to record is through the computer’s built-in microphone. DEFINITION: A .
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features The Sound Recorder screen displays. Positioning bar Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward Sample Sound Recorder screen 4 Click the Record button. 5 Speak normally into the microphone. NOTE The maximum recording time is 60 seconds. 6 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. 7 To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. 8 To save the file, select Save from the File menu.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features 161 Playing an audio CD-ROM Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down, and do not set the volume too high when using the headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing. Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The CD begins to play. If the computer is turned on, Windows Media® Player opens and the CD begins to play. You can use the Windows Media Player program to control the CD.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exchanging data with another computer Exchanging data with another computer To transfer a large amount of information between computers you can use the Windows® XP Briefcase or a specialized synchronization program (not shipped with your system) and the computer’s parallel port. Getting help transferring files To find detailed steps on how to transfer files: 1 Click Start, then Help and Support. 2 Click the Index icon on the toolbar.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exchanging data with another computer 163 If you are having trouble connecting through the modem, you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it. To find out which port your modem is connected to: 1 Click Start, then Control Panel. Windows XP opens the Control Panel. 2 Double-click Phone and Modem Options. Windows XP displays the Phone and Modem Options Properties dialog box. 3 Click the Modems tab.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exchanging data with another computer Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade telephone line. For more information, see “Connecting to a phone line” on page 98. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exchanging data with another computer 2 165 Enter the phone number of your network connection and let the program dial the number. The computer connects to the network. Using the Ethernet LAN Port When your computer starts, Windows attempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. If the computer is not connected to a network, it may pause a few minutes as it waits for a reply.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exchanging data with another computer Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module. This is a technology that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment, and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables. For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet 167 An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, such as: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and millions of c
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet 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.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet 169 network. See your network administrator about connecting to the Internet. Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page. To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address. The Web address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a unique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet.
❖ Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet Internet news groups A newsgroup is similar to a chat room, but instead of using a dedicated site to converse about a specialized subject with others in real-time, it uses a Web site as a clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale.
Chapter 6 Toshiba Utilities Your notebook computer includes several utilities designed to help you reconfigure your system and best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, and change default values.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Fn-esse Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba’s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any Windows® program without using the Start menu. For more information on creating desktop shortcuts, refer to the operating system documentation that came with your computer. This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to quickly access your programs and files.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse 173 Sample Fn-esse screen The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with white letters ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color ❖ Unavailable keys are light gray There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document: ❖ Using drag-and-drop ❖ Using the keyboard or pointing device Using drag-and-drop to assign a key To assign a key to a program or document: 1 Start bo
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command dialog box with the Description, Command Line and Working Directory fields automatically completed. 6 Click OK to close the Add/Edit Command dialog box with your key assignment in place. 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 from within any Windows® program.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse 175 Making a direct key assignment 1 Select Direct... to display the Add/Edit Command dialog box. 2 Enter the Description, Command Line and Working Directory for the new Fn-esse key assignment, or click the Browse button to specify this information. 3 Click OK. Making a popup assignment 1 Select Popup... to display the Application Explorer dialog box. 2 Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup To view items in a popup list, click the Expand popup lists check box. Changing or removing existing key assignments In the Fn-esse keyboard, click the key you wish to change with the secondary button. Fn-esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box. ❖ To change the key assignment, click Direct... or Popup... and continue as if you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup 177 Sample TOSHIBA HW Setup options Toshiba HW Setup has the following tabs: ❖ General—Shows the BIOS version or to change settings back to the defaults ❖ Device Config—Shows the Device configuration options ❖ Parallel/Printer—Allows you to configure the parallel port default settings ❖ Display—Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in LCD display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration.
❖ Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup CPU—Allows you to enable or disable CPU frequency switching modes. Dynamically Switchable—This mode is the default setting for your computer, and automatically changes the processing frequency and decreases voltage depending on the power source: ❖ AC Power—If your computer is connected to the AC adapter, the CPU frequency mode is set to high for faster processing.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver 179 TOSHIBA Power Saver The TOSHIBA Power Saver utility enhances your computer’s power management capabilities. It controls the computer’s Power Save profiles, which is a series of settings for power management. In the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties dialog box, you can choose which profile to use, change settings for each profile, or create your own custom profiles. To access Power Saver Properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Mobile Extension The TOSHIBA Assist screen appears. 2 Click Optimize and click the Power Management icon. By changing the options that appear in the Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. You may choose a power-saving management strategy to best suit your computing needs.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 3 181 Under the Mobile Extension Service tab, you can select behaviors to enable or disable, such as Warm Undock Service and Notification Messages, by checking or unchecking the appropriate box. Sample TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service tab options 4 Under the Bay Service tab, you can select behaviors like Hot Dock and Warm Dock for your Slim SelectBay. Sample Bay Service tab options 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
5 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Password Utility Under the Display Change Service tab, you can set the default display configuration you wish to use when docking the system to the optional Advanced Port Replicator III. Sample Display Change Service tab options For more information about expansion devices, see “Using an expansion device” on page 70. TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility allows you to set a userlevel password in TOSHIBA Assist or in System Setup.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Password Utility 183 Sample TOSHIBA Password Utility tab options 3 Click Set. 4 Enter a password (then enter it again to verify). 5 Click Set. 6 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on a diskette or media of your choice. Click Cancel if you do not want to save the password to a text file. This is known as the password service diskette. 7 Click OK to exit.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to zoom in and zoom out of applications. You can make this utility work on all applications or specific applications. These are the options available to you: ❖ All applications. ❖ All applications with icons on the desktop. ❖ Microsoft® Internet Explorer, Microsoft® Office, Windows® Media Player, and Adobe® Reader (you can select one or more of these programs).
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 185 TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Sample TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen This utility can slow the speed of your optical drive to make it run more quietly. You can use this utility to make listening to Music CDs more enjoyable. NOTE When you change the CD/DVD drive to “Quiet” mode, the setting is only valid for the current Windows session.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility In order to boot from an SD card, you must make the SD card bootable. To do so, run the Toshiba SD Memory Boot Utility. This utility allows you to easily format SD Memory Cards. Refer to the online help documentation within the application for any additional help. To start the utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and click SD Memory Card. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears.
Toshiba Utilities PC Diagnostic Tool 187 3 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Boot Utility. 4 Select the drive where the SD is located. 5 Select the Read from a floppy disk option. 6 Click the Start menu. NOTE To create a bootable SD with the From image file option, you need a third-party application. PC Diagnostic Tool Sample PC Diagnostic Tool screen This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Mic Effect TOSHIBA Mic Effect Sample TOSHIBA Mic Effect screen This utility helps reduce background noise and increase voice clarity. Use this utility to improve the quality of voice chat when using third party chat software. TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Application Installer 189 Sample TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. To select multiple items, hold down the Ctrl key as you make your selections. Sample TOSHIBA Application Installer selection screen 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation process. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Chapter 7 Keeping Your Files Safe You may have files on your computer that you want to keep private. Your computer comes with several options that can help you keep your computer and files safe from unwanted intrusion. This chapter describes the security options for your notebook computer. Using passwords in Windows Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer, secure in the knowledge that nobody can access your files.
Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in Windows ❖ 191 A supervisor-level password that protects system settings by restricting who can make changes in Toshiba Utilities and System Setup. This is useful if more than one person is using the computer. If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it.
Keeping Your Files Safe Setting user-level passwords Setting user-level passwords Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer, secure in the knowledge that nobody can access your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports the following types of user-level passwords on your computer: ❖ A power-on password—Prevents unauthorized users from starting or restarting the computer.
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a power-on (user-level) password ❖ 193 If you have registered a user password, type the password and press Enter. The system displays the desktop. Setting a Windows user password To register a password for the Windows Logon and Instant Password functions: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then click User Accounts. 2 Select Create a password. 3 Enter the password and password hint as directed. 4 Click Create Password.
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a power-on (user-level) password Sample TOSHIBA Assist Secure screen 3 Click the User Password icon. This opens the TOSHIBA Password utility. Sample TOSHIBA Password Utility tab options 4 Click Set. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a power-on (user-level) password 195 5 Enter a password (then enter it again to verify). 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on a diskette or media of your choice. Click Cancel if you do not want to save the password to a text file. 8 Click OK to exit. Creating a user token on an SD™ memory card You may use an SD Memory Card as an access token, inserting it in lieu of a user password, when one is requested.
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a power-on (user-level) password 3 Click the User password icon. 4 Select Delete. 5 Enter the correct password. 6 Click Delete, then click OK twice to exit. Deleting a user token on an SD™ memory card To delete a user token, insert the SD Memory Card that contains the token information and click Disable.
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a supervisor password 197 The system prompts you, “Set Password Again (Y/N)?” The password service diskette is not reusable. Once you use it, you must create a new diskette, even if you set the same password. 4 To enter System Setup and reset your password, press Y. To remove your password, press N. It will no longer be registered. Using a supervisor password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options.
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a supervisor password Sample TOSHIBA Assist Secure screen 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. This opens the TOSHIBA Password utility. Sample TOSHIBA Password Utility tab options 4 Click Set. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a supervisor password 199 5 Enter a password (then enter it again to verify). 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on a diskette or media of your choice. Click Cancel if you do not want to save the password to a text file. 8 Click OK to exit. Creating a supervisor token on an SD™ memory card You may use an SD Memory Card as an access token, inserting it in lieu of a supervisor password, when one is requested.
Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords 3 Click the Supervisor password icon. 4 Select Delete. 5 Enter the correct password. 6 Click Delete, then click OK twice to exit. Deleting a supervisor token on an optional SD™ Memory Card To delete a supervisor token, insert the optional SD Memory Card that contains the token information and click Disable.
Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords 201 Setting a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup If you choose to set a hard disk drive user password, we strongly recommend that you set a hard disk drive master password as well (see “Setting a hard disk drive master and user password in System Setup” on page 203 for more information).
7 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords When System Setup prompts you to verify the password, type it again and press Enter. If the two passwords match, System Setup displays: Registered. If the two passwords do not match, an error message appears. Repeat step 6 and step 7 to enter the password again. 8 Press End to save the change. 9 When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change, press Y.
Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords 203 If the two passwords match, System Setup displays: Registered. If the two passwords do not match, an error message appears. Repeat step 5 and step 6 to enter the password again. 7 If you want to delete the user password, leave the space blank and press Enter twice. System Setup displays: Not Registered. 8 Press End to save the change. 9 When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change, press Y.
2 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power button until the on/off light on the system indicator panel illuminates (green) for approximately one second. When the following message appears on the screen: “Check system, Then press [F1] key,” press F1. The System Setup screen appears. 3 Press H to move to the HDD PASSWORD section on the screen. 4 Press the spacebar to select Master + User password mode.
Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords 205 the following message appears on the screen: “Check system, Then press [F1] key,” press F1. The System Setup screen appears. 3 Press H to move to the HDD PASSWORD section on the screen. 4 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the password you wish to change. 5 Press the spacebar, then enter the appropriate password and press Enter. 6 If you want to change your password, input the new password.
2 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power button until the on/off light on the system indicator panel illuminates (green) for approximately one second. When the following message appears on the screen: “Check system, Then press [F1] key,” press F1. The System Setup screen appears. 3 Press H to move to the HDD PASSWORD section on the screen. 4 Select the Master Password using the down arrow key.
Chapter 8 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your network administrator 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 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 the next step. 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 209 To record the details: 1 Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays. The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard. 3 Open Notepad (click Start, All Programs, Accessories and then click Notepad). 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens. Verify that the active program accepts text input. Try clicking your mouse on an area where you can type text, and try typing again. Your computer may be in Standby mode and have a software or resource conflict. When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 211 If you are running on battery power, it is recommended that you do not leave the computer in Standby mode for long periods of time. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours. For more information see “Charging batteries” on page 136. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is no diskette in the optional external diskette drive.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to change your system’s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer starts and before Windows starts loading.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 213 Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet. They include: modem speed, telephone line conditions, time of day (when everyone else is surfing, your access can be slow) and popularity of the sites you are trying to access. If accessing a particular site is very slow, try later. My browser cannot find the URL address I typed in.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support. 2 Click the Hardware link in the window’s left pane.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 215 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task. A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer’s memory to store information as it works. These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you install an older (legacy) device that the operating system cannot recognize, the operating system may have difficulty assigning resources to it. As a result, a hardware conflict can occur. Resolving conflicts There are several things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove it from the computer.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 217 Disabling a device 1 Open the Start menu, and click Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Administrative Tools icon. 3 Double-click Computer Management, then click Device Manager. 4 Select the specific device from the device category. To expand a device category, double-click the category. 5 In the toolbar, look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about the device. ❖ The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 219 5 Check for the error again. 6 If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer. Turn off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery. See “Removing the battery from the computer” on page 146. The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly. If you think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach room temperature and try again.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 221 current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information. For more information on maximizing battery power see “Charging batteries” on page 136. Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be on.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen 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 any key, type the password and press Enter. If no password is registered, press any key.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 223 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 opens the Display Properties dialog box. The Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to choose the colors for the screen. The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen resolution. The built-in screen flickers.
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. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode, and not simultaneous mode. Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 225 Error-checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and File Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds: To run Error-checking: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Right-click the drive you want to check. 3 On the pop-up menu, click Properties. The drive’s Properties box appears. This feature is not available for CD/DVD drives. NOTE 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now button.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Your data files are damaged or corrupted. Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures. Many software packages automatically create backup files. You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software. Consult your network administrator. Some programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 227 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the tray which holds the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM is closed properly. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the tray and remove the disc. Make sure the tray is clean. Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam. Examine the disc to see if it is dirty. If necessary, wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Some discs run correctly but others do not. Check the type of disc you are using. The DVD-ROM drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVDROM, DVD-R (read-only), plus CD-ROM, CD-R (readonly), and CD-RW (read-only). If the problem is with a data CD or DVD, refer to the software’s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program’s needs.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 229 these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards. See “Resolving a hardware conflict” on page 214. Card Information Structure When you insert a PC Card into a slot, the computer attempts to determine the type of card and the resources it requires by reading its Card Information Structure (CIS).
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start. 2 Click My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properties. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3 Click the Hardware tab. 4 Click the Device Manager button. 5 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 231 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 Double-click the PC Card icon on the taskbar. 2 Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card. The operating system displays a message that you may safely remove the card. 3 Remove the card from the slot.
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 Resolving a hardware conflict 233 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 162.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows Help and Support or contact your computer technician.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 235 ❖ Check Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi adapter is recognized by Windows®, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages— these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. ❖ Verify that the network connection is configured to obtain its Internet Protocol (IP) address dynamically: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. 2 Double-click Network Connections.
❖ ❖ If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Use the PING command to verify a connection to the gateway at 192.168.1.1 (a default gateway for most wireless routers). ❖ Click Start, then click Run... ❖ Enter Cmd and press Enter. ❖ Enter PING 192.168.1.1 at the command prompt, and press Enter. ❖ If “Request Timed Out” or another error message appears in response, then the problem is probably Wi-Fi-related.
If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems 237 The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. If you are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If it does, the utility may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in which case you must use the adapter's management utility.
5 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems Verify that your computer recognizes your DVD-ROM drive. To do this: Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop. The DVD-ROM drive should appear in the list. 6 See “Checking device properties” on page 217 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVDROM properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD-ROM drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems 5 239 Click OK. DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted. Having Stretch enabled when your video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 can cause distortion. To disable Stretch, follow the instructions below: 1 Right-click the Desktop, select Properties. 2 Select the Settings tab. 3 Select the Advanced Flat Panel tab. 4 Click Disable Display Stretch Feature. 5 Click OK. The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title.
7 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Click OK. Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently. You can never predict when your computer will lock, forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes. Many software programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See “Computing tips” on page 101 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 241 Get familiar with all the user’s guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchase. Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of selfhelp books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5 In the Restore point description field, enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understood in the future, such as “Before installing Brand X Accounting app.” Then click Create. 6 Windows creates the Restore Point and automatically stamps it with the current date and time. Then, at a later time, you can re-establish your Windows configuration using the saved Restore Point. To do this: 1 Click Start. 2 Click Help and Support.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 243 Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP For most of us, by far the most valuable component of our computer system is the data we have created with it, and stored on its hard disk drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it, the next most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your data.
NOTE If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Documents and other data files that you create as you work are typically stored in the My Documents folder. You may also wish to back up other important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: ❖ E-mail files and settings—for Outlook, Outlook Express, or other e-mail apps. Visit the vendors’ Web sites (www.microsoft.com, for example) for detailed instructions.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 245 Favorites (bookmarks) for Internet Explorer and other Web browsers Follow these steps to back up your Favorites for Internet Explorer (ver 5.0 or newer): 1 In Internet Explorer, click File, Import and Export. 2 The Import/Export Wizard will appear. Click Next. 3 Click Export Favorites, Next. (To restore the Favorites to the hard disk drive later you would select Import Favorites from this list.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help insure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a Restore Point (see “Saving system configuration with Restore Points” on page 241).
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 247 1 Back up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart Windows. 5 Use the new hardware or software for a while, noting any new problems. Make sure that your critical applications (e-mail, business apps, etc.) are working correctly, and verify that important devices are still functioning.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance Detailed system specifications are available at www.ts.toshiba.com by selecting your particular product and model number, clicking GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the computer documentation shipped with your product. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777.
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 249 Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site computers.toshiba.com Marketing and product information in the USA accessories.toshiba.com Accessories information in the USA www.toshiba.ca Canada www.toshiba-Europe.com Europe www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm Japan http://servicio.toshiba.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 Japan Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 USA Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. CP 11000 Mexico, DF.
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 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.
Hot Keys Password security Password security This hot key blanks the display. Fn + Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any key will 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.
Hot Keys Password security 253 3 If you clicked Choose a screen saver, the Screen Saver tab has already been selected. If it is not selected, click the Screen Saver tab. 4 Click the On resume, password protected check box. 5 Click OK. Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully charged (even if the computer is operating on AC power) your display may reappear automatically after a short time.
Hot Keys Power usage mode Power usage mode Fn + This hot key displays the power usage pop-up window and cycles through the battery save modes. Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, see “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page 179. Standby mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box displays by default to confirm that the computer is entering Standby mode.
Hot Keys Hibernation mode 255 Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. 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 127. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hot Keys Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only Sample display options window 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. Display brightness Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness.
Hot Keys Disabling or enabling wireless devices 257 Disabling or enabling wireless devices Fn + This hot key informs you when the Wireless antenna on-off switch is in the off position. (No message appears when the Wi-Fi antenna on-off switch is in the on position.) Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see “Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device” on page 109.
Hot Keys Zooming applications in/out Zooming applications in/out Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoomout. For more information, see “TOSHIBA Zooming Utility” on page 184. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see “TOSHIBA Zooming Utility” on page 184. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world.
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks. NOTE For more information on using ConfigFree, see the ConfigFree online Help.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started 261 ❖ Profile Settings—The Profiles utility lets you switch between network configurations. For more information, see “Profile Settings” on page 271. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT—The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. For more information, see “ConfigFree SUMMIT” on page 275. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you can customize by adding identifying text to devices.
NOTE Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an “X.” When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 263 Sample ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) ❖ Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) Sample Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 265 If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem. A triangle containing an exclamation point also appears on the Connectivity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location. You can also view the possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices currently used in the neighborhood, and displays information about them on a virtual map. To search for wireless devices: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click Search for Wireless Devices. A virtual map appears with a graphical representation of the wireless devices that have been detected.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 267 Sample viewing Wi-Fi devices Creating a new wireless connection NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: 1 Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree Launcher. 2 Drag and drop the device you want to connect to the PC icon at the center of the map. The Wireless Settings screen appears. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample dragging a device to the Access Point Sample Wireless settings screen 3 NOTE Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection list, the system displays the Connection screen rather than the Wireless settings screen. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 269 Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless Devices option. Moving the mouse cursor over a device icon displays information about the device. Sample viewing Bluetooth devices You can connect to devices shown on the Bluetooth map: 1 Drag and drop the device you want to connect to the PC icon at the center of the map.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample dragging the file to the Bluetooth device icon To be prompted for the device: 1 Drag and drop the file to the Bluetooth radar icon on the ConfigFree Launcher. Sample dragging the file to the Bluetooth radar icon Or, you can right click on the file and select Send to Bluetooth Devices. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 271 Sample selecting Send to Bluetooth Devices option 2 Choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send. NOTE During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the selected device will occur automatically. Disconnecting from a Bluetooth device To disconnect from a Bluetooth device: 1 Place the cursor on top of the connected line. The icon changes to a pair of scissors. 2 Click to disconnect from the device.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities office and at home can set up profiles to handle these networking environments. A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer, as well as information about any network devices. The following settings can be saved (or “captured”) in a profile: ❖ Internet settings — includes LAN settings (proxy server settings) and the address of a home page that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 273 8 Click the icon at the bottom of the screen to display more capture options. 9 Under Captured Items, select the items you want to capture for this profile. 10 If connecting with a wireless network, select the desired Auto Switch Settings. (These options are unavailable if wireless devices have been disabled.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune them as necessary. Profiles can also be imported and exported. This feature is useful when transferring profile settings to other computers.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 275 ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is a convenient way to share files with other users and to transfer files between your computers at home and at work. This utility is faster and more dependable than sending the files via email. Use this utility, which handles files regardless of size, to distribute presentations, reports, or music files to meeting attendees or to users at different locations.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample of users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users attending the meeting. ❖ To share a file with one user, drag and drop the file on the user’s icon. NOTE Only the SUMMIT Host (the initiator) can share files with multiple users by this method. SUMMIT users can share a file with only one other user. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 277 Sample of sharing a file with one user ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as desired. NOTE If you are the Host of the summit, and drag a file to the center of the SUMMIT table, it will automatically be sent to all SUMMIT users who can then accept or decline the file as desired. Sample of sharing a file with all users 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Participating users must be connected by LAN, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth (PAN). Firewall software may prevent ConfigFree SUMMIT from working. NOTE Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. SUMMIT can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher. NOTE 3 Select the appropriate users and invite them to the SUMMIT meeting.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 279 1 Drag and drop the file to the Wireless radar icon on the ConfigFree Launcher. 2 Right click on the file and choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send. An Access Point may not always be available. To find out how to use Quick Connect to launch ConfigFree Summit, see “Direct Link Toshiba Device” on page 281. Quick Connect The Quick Connect feature includes two options: ❖ Toshiba Wireless Projector.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: 1 Click the 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Settings. The Quick Connect properties dialog box appears. 3 Complete the settings. Refer to the online help if necessary. 4 Click OK. NOTE icon in the system tray.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 281 The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that were last used before the Quick Connect function was started: ❖ If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed. ❖ If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ) from the ConfigFree tray menu (this disconnects the wireless LAN connection). ❖ If you select a profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or when you disable a wireless device. ❖ If you close ConfigFree.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on. This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically switch from the network configuration you use in your office to the one you use at home. The Auto Switch feature contains options for automatically switching between wired and wireless devices.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature 283 1 Right-click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click Auto Switch. The Auto Switch dialog box appears. 3 Select the Auto Switch (SSID) tab. 4 Select the profile to be automatically selected when the SSID is detected, then click Add. The profile is moved to the List of target SSIDs and profiles. 5 Repeat the previous step for each additional profile you want to select.
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. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port 1 (serial port) COM2 communications port 2 (serial port) CPU central processing unit DC direct current 284 5.375 x 8.
Glossary Acronyms 285 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 I/O input/
Glossary Terms 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 universal resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user’s guide.
Glossary Terms 287 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. basic input/output system (BIOS)—See BIOS. baud rate—The speed at which a communication device, such as a printer or modem, transmits information.
Glossary Terms byte—A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data. See also bit, gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte. C cache—A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main memory. See also CPU cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. CD—An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM.
Glossary Terms 289 controller—A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. CPU—See central processing unit (CPU). CPU cache—A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache.
Glossary Terms disk drive—The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read/write heads. diskette—A thin, flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data. Diskettes can be removed from the computer and come in two sizes: 5.25-inch and 3.5-inch. Your computer uses 3.5-inch diskettes. See also double-density diskette, high-density diskette.
Glossary Terms 291 executable file—A computer program that is ready to run. Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat or .exe extension. extension—See file extension. external device—See device. F file—A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique name. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a document. See also document.
G Glossary Terms gigabyte (GB)—A unit of data equal to 1,073,741,824 bytes (1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes). 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 1000 x 1000 x 1000 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. The computer operating system, however, reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 1024 x 1024 x 1024 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore may show less storage capacity.
Glossary Terms I 293 icon—A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. interlaced—A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. internal device—See device. Internet—The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web.
M Glossary Terms megabyte (MB)—A unit of data equal to 1,048,576 bytes (1024 x 1024 bytes). See also bytes. memory—Typically refers to the computer’s main memory, where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed. Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily, such as RAM, or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently, such as ROM. A computer’s main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM. microprocessor—See central processing unit (CPU).
Glossary Terms O 295 online—Available through the computer. Online may refer to information being read from your own computer’s hard disk, such as online documentation or online help, or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet. operating system—A set of programs that controls how the computer works. Examples of operating systems are Windows XP and Windows NT. P palette—See color palette. parallel—Processes that occur simultaneously.
Glossary Terms program—A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See also operating system, application, utility. properties—The attributes of an object or device. For example, the properties of a file include the file’s type, size, and creation date. R RAM (random access memory)—Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read.
Glossary Terms 297 serial—Processes that occur one at a time. In communications, it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel. On your computer, the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device. Compare parallel. shortcut—See keyboard shortcut. software—See program. Compare hardware.
Glossary Terms Wi-Fi —A trademarked term by the Wi-Fi Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. 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 50 accessories carrying cases 59 docking solutions 70 memory 71 adding memory 71 Advanced Port Replicator keyboard connecting 65, 66 mouse connecting 66 alarms 142 assign keys Fn-esse 174 audio, .
Index playing an audio 161 channels DMA 215 IRQ 215 checking device properties 217 click 109 communications network connection 164 system resources 215 compact discs inserting 119 removing 122 computer non-system disk or disk error message 211 not accessing disk drives 210 setting up 46 turning off 57 warning resume failure message 210 configuring hard drive passwords 200 password 190 PC Cards 93 connecting headphones 69 memory module 71 modem to telephone line 98 monitor 62, 63 PC Cards 93 speakers 6
Index 301 161 files playing audio CDs 161 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 227 printing 117 saving 114 Fn key emulation 66 Fn-esse program 172 starting 172 using to assign keys 174 Fn-esse program 172 assigning a key 172 using drag-and-drop 173 function keys 104 E energy saving 133 environment computer-friendly 42 error messages device driver conflict 214 general hardware problem 214 non-system disk or disk error 211, 226 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 2
Index keyboard overlays 257 password security 252 power usage mode 254 Standby mode 254 volume mute 251 hot key power usage mode 145 hot keys 252 hot swapping PC Cards 95 HW Setup 176 I icon recycle bin 154 safety 39 icons Windows XP Professional desktop 154 Industry Canada requirement 4 inserting PC Cards 94 SD cards 98 installing memory modules 71 PC Cards 93 instant passwords, using 192 Internet bookmarked site not found 213 slow connection 213 URL address not found 213 internet connecting to 168
Index memory module inserting 75 microphone external 70 jack 70, 158 modem connecting to telephone line 98 determining COM port 162 problem solving 233 resetting port to default settings 162 sending or receiving a fax 98 upgrading 162 warning 99 monitor connecting 62, 63 not working 222 mouse connecting to Advanced Port Replicator 66 MP3 159 playing 159 recording 159 N network accessing 164 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 164 networking wireless 165 O other documentation 40 P password 190 creating 192 deletin
Index power usage mode hot key 145 power usage modes 143 powering down using Stand By 130 powering off 124 precautions 43 primary button 107, 109 printer local, connecting 67 problem solving 232 printing a file 117 problem solving AC power 219 accessing disk drives 210 battery charge does not last 220 battery not charging 219 cannot insert diskette in drive 226 cannot read a diskette 226 changing display properties 223 checking device properties 217 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 230 computer wi
Index R real-time clock (RTC) battery 135 Record button 160 recording .
Index Startup menu problem solving 212 stored data protection 2 supervisor password deleting 200 setting up 193, 197 system tray 157 T taskbar 157 television adjusting display 64 connecting 62 Toshiba Internet Web sites 249 registering computer 48 worldwide offices 249 Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 107 Toshiba online resources 132 Toshiba utilities HW Setup 176 traveling tips 152 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 237 DVD-ROM drive 227 external keyboard 221 keyboard 221 keypad overlay 221 tur
