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Toshiba C6609-1201M1 Laptop User Manual

1. Keyboard em keys The keys with numbers and symbols on them form the numeric and cursor overlay This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the ten key keypad on a full size keyboard Using the numeric keyboard overlay To turn the numeric overlay on and off 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 Once the numeric overlay is turned on To Procedure Type lowercase letters Press and hold down Fn while you type the letters Type uppercase letters Press Fn and Shift simultaneously while you type the letters Learning the Basics 63 Using the keyboard To Procedure Use the cursor control Press and hold down Shift while keys you use the overlay keys then release Shift to return to the numeric overlay To turn off the numeric overlay hold down the Fn key and press F11 again The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Using the cursor control overlay To turn on the cursor control overlay press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on Once the cursor control overlay is o
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3. TECHNICAL NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process In this case the Windows XP Professional Add Printer Wizard will display an error message lf this happens refer to your printer installation guide for further instructions Customizing your computer s settings There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details 5 A Getting Started Powering off the computer You may also wish to customize your power usage settings For more information see Turning off the display automatically on page 86 There are additional custom settings you can choose See Toshiba Utilities on page 134 Powering off the computer It s a good idea to power 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 six hours to charge the main battery Guidelines for powering off the computer If you have work in progress and aren t connected to a network use the Hibernate command to save your system settings to the hard disk so that when you turn on the computer again you automatically return to where you left off To leave the computer off for a longer period power dow
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5. access problems 8 Seat the cover and secure it with the two screws Connecting a mouse You may want to use a USB compatible mouse instead of the TouchPad the computer s built in pointing device Getting Started 45 Setting up your computer To connect the mouse to your computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator plug its cable into one of the USB ports You can connect it while the computer is on The operating system automatically detects the mouse The mouse and TouchPad can be used at the same time Connecting a printer You can connect a USB compatible printer to your computer To determine if the printer is USB compatible check its documentation If it is USB compatible you can connect the printer while the computer is on To make the connection you need a suitable USB cable which may come with your printer Otherwise you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store To connect a printer to your computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator E 1 Connect the USB cable to the printer and to one of the USB ports 2 Connect the printer s power cable to a wall outlet and turn on the printer See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps or see Setting up a printer on page 52 Connecting the modem Your computer comes with an integrated V 90 56K modem which you can connect as follows 1 Locate the modem port on the back of your computer 2 Plug one
6. f TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibermate FE The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes K Plugged in Power source Create copy AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 96 hours Life on Hibemation 24 days Details EEE ERE r Running on batteries Create copy Presentation a Super Long Life lt M Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar I Show Intel R SpeedStep TM Technology icon on the taskbar Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 1 2 4 Enhancing Productivity Using Turn Off or Shut down 4 Click Details in the Running on batteries section The Full Power Properties window appears 5 Click the System Power Mode tab Full Power Properties General Power Save Mode System Power Mode Device Settings These settings control system standby properties Override all Modes with settings here When press the power button Power Off ai a When close the lid z I Prompt for password when computer goes off Standby or Hibernation OK Cancel Apply Sample Full Power Properties window 6 Select Power Off for the option you want A w When I press the power button Set this option to Power Off if you want the computer to turn off when you press the power button Enhancing Productivity 1
7. The first step to bring active content to your desktop is to turn on the Web content interface 1 3 4 5 6 Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the secondary button Click Properties The Display Properties window appears Click the Desktop tab Click the Customize Desktop button Click the Web tab Follow the instructions to set up your desktop Adding components to the Web content interface 1 Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the secondary button Click on Properties The Display Properties window appear Click the Desktop tab Click the Customize Desktop button Click the Web tab The operating system displays a list of items to add to the desktop To view additional components click New The New Desktop Item dialog box appears Enhancing Productivity 1 07 Personalizing your desktop 7 To browse the Gallery for more components to add click Visit Gallery In order to browse an active Internet connection must be established 8 To select some other Web site type the address of the Web site you want or click Browse to locate it You can configure the Web content interface in several other ways For further information see your operating system documentation or access Windows Help by clicking Start Help and Support Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and browse the files and fo
8. Allows you to change various default settings for the built in LCD display CPU Allows you to enable or disable the processor serial number and to set the CPU Frequency Mode to one of Dynamically Switchable Always High or Always Low Toshiba Utilities 1 A TOSHIBA Console K Boot Priority Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button then quickly pressing the right or left arrow keys Select the boot device by pressing the right or left arrow keys then pressing the Enter key NOTE Since the system is a quick booting system you must press the arrow keys immediately after pressing the power button USB Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation Choose the desired tab and accompanying options LAN Lets you enable or disable the Wake up on LAN feature General Allows you to view current BIOS hard disk drive and memory settings Password Allows you to set user passwords Device Config Shows the Device configuration options Chapter 8 lf 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 probl
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11. LWS 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone NOTE You can only record 60 seconds at a time 4 When you have finished recording click the Stop button To hear what you just recorded click the Play button To save the file select Save from the File menu Enhancing Productivity 1 1 9 Powering down the computer Adjusting recording settings The better the quality of the recording the more disk space the sound file requires Experiment to find a balance that fits your needs 1 Open Sound Recorder if necessary click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder 2 Inthe Sound Recorder window click Edit then click Audio Properties 3 Inthe Audio Properties dialog box adjust the Recording Volume and Preferred device 4 Click OK Your new settings take effect the next time you record Powering down the computer When you power down the computer you have a number of options to choose from gt Turn Off or Shut down which power off the computer Hibernation which saves the current operating state to the hard disk and powers off the computer Standby which saves the current operating state to memory and enters a low power mode Restart which restarts the computer Each option has its advantages z TECHNICAL NOTE Before using any of these options to power p down your computer save your files and make sure the
12. Short for binary digit A bit is the smallest unit of information used by a computer A group of eight bits is a byte See also byte bits per second bps A way of measuring the speed at which information is passed between two devices The basic measure used in modem communications bps is similar but not identical to the baud rate See also baud rate boot To start the computer The term boot originates from bootstrap program as in pulling itself up by its bootstraps a program that loads and initializes the operating system See also reboot boot disk See system disk boot priority startup sequence The order in which the computer accesses its disk drives to locate the startup files Under the default startup sequence the computer looks for the startup files in the diskette drive before checking the hard disk 190 bus An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit CPU with other parts of the computer such as the video adapter disk drives and ports It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another See also bus speed frontside bus bus speed The speed at which the central processing unit CPU communicates with the other parts of the computer byte A sequence of eight bits A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data See also bit gigabyte kilobyte megabyte C cache A section of very fast memory in which frequently use
13. aim Power Create copy AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 101 hours Life on Hibernation 26 days Running on batteries g Normal Create copy Q High Power amp S DVD Playback Presentation a Super Long Life lt J JE Details About M Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar TOSHIBA Cancel Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Power Save Modes tab shows the power usage modes for both AC power Plugged in and battery power Running on batteries You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized mode The preset modes cannot be deleted By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function Any options that you change become effective when you click either OK or Apply Plugged in section This section has a single preset power usage mode Full Power You can create other AC power modes but Toshiba recommends use of the preset Full Power mode Toshiba Utilities 1 45 TOSHIBA Console The windows and settings for creating and customizing AC power modes are described below Running on batteries section This section lists the preset modes along with the estimated battery life for each mode The preset modes are Long Life Normal High Power Presentation Super Long Life Although you can change the properties
14. baud rate parity data length and stop bits specified in the communications program It should be set up to transmit at 300 1200 2400 4800 9600 14400 28800 33600 bps bits per second or higher Refer to the program s documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings z TECHNICAL NOTE Disable Call Waiting before you connect L through the modem Call Waiting interrupts data transmission wl The modem is on set up properly and still will not transmit or receive data Make sure the line has a dial tone Connect a telephone handset to the line to check this The other system may be busy or off line Try making a test transmission to someone else Develop good computing habits Make sure you are prepared Save your work frequently You can never predict when your computer will lock forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes Many If Something Goes Wrong 1 T1 Develop good computing habits software programs build in an automatic backup but you should not rely solely on this feature Save your work See Computing tips on page 58 for instructions On a regular basis back up the information stored on your hard disk Here are some ways you can do this Copy files to diskette Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape Connect your computer to the office network and copy files
15. hot keys 179 power usage modes 85 hot swapping 102 precautions 102 Hotkey utility 138 Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTTP 72 icons safety 21 infrared port 27 transferring files 114 inserting main battery 89 installing memory module 40 Internet 72 bookmarked site not found 154 button 30 chat rooms 74 connecting to 73 news groups 74 overview 71 slow connection 153 URL address not found 154 Internet Service Provider ISP 72 74 IRQ Interrupt Request 155 J jacks DC IN 26 47 headphone 27 117 microphone 27 speaker 117 telephone line 45 K keyboard character keys 60 connecting external USB 97 Ctrl Fn and Alt keys 60 curser control overlay 63 emulating Fn keys 97 external 97 Fn esse 135 full size emulation 111 function keys 61 hot keys 184 layout 60 not working 151 161 numeric overlay 62 unexpected characters 161 keyboard indicator panel 30 31 L LCD panel closing 55 screen saver 86 turn off automatically 86 lighting 38 lights caps lock 31 cursor control mode 31 numeric mode 31 on off 32 optional high capacity battery 32 Wi Fi 33 main battery light 32 48 maximizing life 77 module 28 release latch 28 removing 88 memory installing additional 40 problem solving 158 removing expansion slot cover 43 memory cards Secure Digital 25 103 microphone using 118 microphone jack 27 Microsoft Support Online Web site 154 modem connecting 45 determining COM port 112 port 26 problem solving
16. the AC adapter remove the main battery and reinstall it See Changing the main battery on page 88 For more information see Connecting to a power source on page 46 The on off light indicates whether the computer s power switch is turned on and whether the computer is in Standby mode e K Koca e Koa No illumination means the power is off with the computer in boot mode Green means the power switch is turned on and power is being supplied Flashing amber in two second intervals means the power is off and the computer is in Standby mode The main battery light indicates the status of the computer s main battery e K Koca e K No illumination means the main battery is not in use and the AC adapter is not connected Green means the main battery is fully charged Amber means the main battery is charging AC adapter connected Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter For more information see Monitoring main battery power on page 80 The optional high capacity battery light indicates whether the computer s optional high capacity battery if present is currently in use Finding Your Way Around 33 AC adapter The hard disk drive light indicates whether the internal hard disk drive is currently in use C No illumination means the hard disk drive is idle Gre
17. Adapters then select the specific Network Adapter Secondary click the Adapter and click Disable Click Yes to confirm disabling the network card 1 1 4 Enhancing Productivity Exchanging data with another computer Your LAN port is now disabled Accessing a LAN To access a LAN At the office you can connect the network Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer Your computer may be equipped for wireless communications If so see the next section on Exchanging data with another computer Z Ww From home or while on the road you ll need a dial up connection Ask your network administrator for the telephone number to access the network Exchanging data with another computer To transfer a large amount of information between your notebook and another computer with a compatible infrared port you can use a special synchronization program 1 Place the computers so that their infrared ports are aligned Load the synchronization program on both computers Set any specific options Start the transfer a amp U N When you have finished transferring files close the synchronization programs on both computers Transferring application files There may be instances when you will need to transfer application files from the Recovery CD that comes with your computer A CD ROM drive is not a standard feature of the Port g 2000 but you can transfer these files to your computer in the following
18. Amber means the main battery is charging AC Adapter connected Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC Adapter HINT Be careful not to confuse the main battery light ca with the on off light amp When the on off light flashes amber it indicates that the system is suspended using the operating system Standby command Determining remaining battery power Gi Aa U Nm 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 Click Start then click Control Panel Click Performance and Maintenance Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The Power Saver Properties window appears The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of the battery The value is shown as a percentage of remaining battery charge 82 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 2 a TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low Vi working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit f temperatures Check your remaining charge frequently if you are The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery What to do when the main battery run
19. Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely Inserting the battery 4 5 6 CAUTION Failure to lock the battery cover can result in the battery falling out of the computer case Turn the computer right side up Reconnect any cables you removed Turn on the computer Disposing of used batteries safely You can recharge a battery pack many times so it should last for years When the battery pack needs replacing the battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery You must discard a battery pack if it becomes damaged CAUTION The battery pack is a lithium polymer Li polymer battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible it may be illegal Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba Mobile Computing 91 Traveling tips The materials that came with your computer may include an insert regarding the disposal of batteries If not check with your local government for information on where to recycle or dispose of old batteries Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in Selecting a place to work on page 35 also apply while traveling K Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get splashed with moisture or covered in dust Always travel with
20. PC Cards PCMCIA compatible include many types of devices such as a removable hard disk additional memory or a pager Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards If you re having trouble getting one or more of 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 154 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 Sometimes the CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately Other cards must be set up before you can use them Use the Windows XP PC Card PCMCIA Wizard to set up the card Refer to your Microsoft documentation for more information or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card If your system does not have built in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an operating system driver it may not work under the operating system Contact If Something Goes Wrong 1 6 Resolving a hardware conflict the manufacturer of the PC Card for information about using the card under the o
21. a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment Regulatory Information The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada 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 USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions s This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation 8 Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized When using this device in combin
22. automatically To save power it s a good idea to set the display to turn off automatically when you re not using the computer You can do this in several ways Use the Display Properties to enable the blank screen saver Use the Power Saver Properties to turn off the LCD panel after a certain amount of time has passed Enabling the screen saver 1 Click Start Control Panel Click Appearance and Themes Click Display The Display Properties window appears 4 Click the Screen Saver tab Mobile Computing 87 Turning off the display automatically Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Screen saver CE v __Settngs Preview Wait 10 minutes On resume password protect Monitor power To adjust monitor power settings and save energy click Power Sample Display Properties window with Screen Saver tab displayed 5 In the section labeled Screen Saver select Blank Screen 6 Inthe Wait window click the up and down buttons to set the number of minutes of inactivity before the display turns off automatically 7 Click Apply then OK 88 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Changing the main battery When your main battery has run out of power you have two options plug in the AC Adapter or install a fresh main battery z TECHNICAL NOTE To avoid losing any data save your files and 4 then either completely shut down your computer or put
23. contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual In order to program this information into your fax modem you should complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message Instructions for IC CS 03 certified equipment 1 NOTICE The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunicatio
24. disk activity lights are off lf you change your mind and decide to continue working after all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again 1 20 Enhancing Productivity Powering down the computer Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off the computer The Windows XP Professional operating system uses Turn Off if you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server It uses Shut down if you are connected to a Windows network server domain server Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down K kod No power is used while the computer is turned off This is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time gt Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power When starting up again the system does not automatically open the programs and files you were previously using Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but automatically powers up the computer Use it when you need to reload the operating system for example to activate changes to system settings Hibernation command The Hibernation command powers off the computer but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk Since Hibernation does not require power to maintain the saved information the system settings are retained indefinitely Restoring information from the hard
25. end of the telephone cable provided into the port 46 Getting Started Setting up your computer Connecting the internal modem 3 Connect the other end of the telephone cable to the jack of a standard voice grade telephone line HINT If you are using a telephone line at home disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem Call Waiting interrupts transmission Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live power outlet or use the main battery and the optional high capacity battery Connecting to an AC outlet The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from a wall outlet and to charge the computer s main battery DANGER Hold the power cable by its plug when you connect disconnect it Do NOT pull the cable itself Doing so may damage the power cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock Getting Started A Setting up your computer To connect the computer to an external power source 1 Connect the socket end of the power cable to the AC adapter Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter CAUTION Use only the AC adapter supplied with the computer Using any other AC adapter could damage the computer and void your warranty D gt 2 Connect the DC OUT end of the AC adapter cable to the DC IN jack on the back of the computer Connecting the AC adap
26. file in its associated Windows program Display a customized folder of Windows programs and or files from which to choose Fn esse also has several keys known as hot keys that perform preassigned operations For more information see Hot Keys on page 178 You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay Starting Fn esse You can access Fn esse in one of two ways Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities and Fn esse K2 ye Click on the Fn esse icon The Fn esse keyboard appears Fn esse Assignments Options Help Z X C V B IN Sample Fn esse keyboard The keys are color coded as follows Available keys are black Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn esse keyboard in the selected color Unavailable keys are dark gray 36 Toshiba Utilities Fn esse Assigning a key to a program or document There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document Drag and drop gt Use the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag and drop Using drag and drop To assign a key to a program or document 1 Start both Fn esse and Windows Explorer or the program supporting drag and drop 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time 3 In the Explorer window highlight the program or document file you wish to as
27. for any of these modes this is not recommended If you need a customized mode create a new mode with the properties you require Creating a new power mode 1 Highlight one of the preset modes 2 Click Create copy 3 A new mode appears with the title Copy Name where Name is the title of the mode you copied Delete this title type in the name for your new power mode then press Enter Customizing a power mode 1 Highlight the mode on the Power Save Modes window 2 Click Details The Properties window for the selected mode opens with the General tab displayed This tab enables you to choose an icon for your power usage mode describe the mode s characteristics and optionally associate it with a program 1 46 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console The Name field displays the name assigned to the mode in the Power Saver Properties window You can change the name here if you wish Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool To access it In the TOSHIBA Console double click the Toshiba Hardware icon amp TOSHIBA HWSetup Display CPU BootProrty USB LAN General Password Device Config TOSHIBA HW Setup program allows you to configure your computer Setup BIOS Version 0 72 12 06 2001 TOSHIBA OK Cancel Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the following Display
28. inch diskette that holds 1 44 MB of data See also diskette hot key 1 A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters such as the battery save mode 2 A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program hot swapping The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change 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 keyboard shortcut A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the TouchPad kilobyte KB A unit of data equal to 1024 bytes See also byte L1 level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache CPU cache L2 cache 196 L2 level two cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1 cache and faster
29. instructions as follows KY DANGER This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed W WARNING This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed CAUTION This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in damage to equipment or property if the safety instruction is not observed NOTE This icon indicates information that relates to the safe operation of the equipment or related items 292 Introduction Other documentation Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information TECHNICAL NOTE This icon highlights technical information Yo about the computer 2 HINT This icon denotes helpful hints and tips WA DEFINITION This icon indicates the definition of a term used in CS the text A f Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation This electronic version of the user s guide Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery CDs Accessories information which lists accessories available from Toshiba and explains how to order them The Microsoft Windows operating system documentation which explains the features of the op
30. it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work 2 Power off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in Going into Hibernation mode more quickly on page 128 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down with the front of the computer facing you SS ap L Sliding the battery release latch and freeing the battery Mobile Computing 89 Changing the main battery mS Pulling the battery out 5 Carefully slide the battery release latch to the left and use the finger slot near the corner of the battery module to gently pull the battery module free W WARNING If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to handle it and discard it immediately following the advice in Disposing of used batteries safely on page 90 Inserting a charged battery 1 Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection Holding the battery at an angle insert the end facing you into the front of the battery slot Make sure that end fits evenly with the surrounding casing If you have inserted that end correctly you will be able to gently press the rear end into place until the battery latch snaps shut If that end resists don t force it Simply start over 90
31. page in an individual window If you subscribe to the Web page it can be automatically updated on a regular basis For example using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather game scores stock prices or headlines all in the window of your choice Enhancing Productivity 1 09 Personalizing your desktop Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window As you browse the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar Address bar Standard buttons Sample toolbar locations 1 1 0 Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop The elements you can add to the top of the window are Toolbar element Address Bar Standard buttons Description Opens Web pages programs folders or documents By default the address bar shows your current location and whether it is a folder or a Web page You can browse to another location by typing an address a URL a path or even a pro gram name If you start typing a previously typed address the AutoComplete feature fin ishes the address for you Displays buttons for commonly used commands such as copying pasting deleting items changing views and browsing backward and forward Displaying a toolbar in a window 1 Click Start then click My Comput
32. problem solving AC power 159 accessing disk drives 151 battery charge doesn t last 160 battery not charging 159 can t insert diskette in drive 165 can t read a diskette 165 changing display properties 163 checking device properties 157 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 168 computer will not power up 150 corrupted damaged data files 164 Device Manager 157 disabling a device 157 158 disk drive is slow 164 display is blank 161 external display not working 163 external keyboard not working 161 external monitor 162 faulty memory 158 hardware conflict 154 155 156 high pitched noise 165 illegal operation 150 Internet bookmarked site not found 154 Internet connection is slow 153 keyboard not responding 151 keyboard produces unexpected characters 161 missing files trouble accessing a disk 163 modem not receiving or transmitting 170 no sound 165 non system disk or disk error 151 165 PC Card 166 checklist 167 error occurs 168 hot swapping fails 168 not recognized 168 slots appear dead 167 power and batteries 159 printer 169 program not responding 148 program not working properly 164 screen does not look right flickers 162 Startup options 152 system resources 155 trouble prevention 170 URL address not found 154 warning resume failure 151 Windows won t start 151 Windows XP not working 152 programs not running correctly 164 starting 64 synchronization 116 Web browsers 72 R real time clock bat
33. spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page The lowercase el and the number 1 are not interchangeable Learning the Basics 61 Using the keyboard The uppercase O oh and the number 0 are not interchangeable The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to uppercase the number and symbol keys are not affected Function keys 1 Fi F2 F3 Fa F5 F F7 _ F8 Fo fF Fn Fi2 S S S S IP TPs Is Function keys The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard They are called function keys because they run programmed functions determined by the application you are using For more information see your program documentation Hot keys When used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons run programmed functions specific to your computer For more information see Hot Keys on page 178 Windows special keys Start key D en Application key Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions The Windows logo key opens the Start menu The Application key has the same function as the secondary or right mouse control button 62 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys
34. system is not working Safe Mode with Networking Safe Mode with Command Prompt Enable Boot Logging Enable VGA Mode Last known good configuration your most recent settings that worked Directory Services Restore Mode Windows domain controllers only Debugging Mode Start Windows normally Reboot Return to OS Choices menu See your Windows documentation for further explanation w TECHNICAL NOTE If your computer is connected to a network P4 the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode 2 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 time of day when everyone else is surfing your access can be slow and popularity of the site If accessing a particular site is very slow try later My browser can t find the URL address I typed in Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with the forward slash Check the spelling of each name and the syntax of the address carefully A single incorrect letter or missed character comma instead of period dot or 1 5 A If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict other mistake makes it impossible for your browser to locate the site My browser can t find a site I bookmarked The World Wide Web is constantly changing A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its ser
35. the Toshiba InTouch Center Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 174 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba com computers toshiba com toshiba ca toshiba Europe com toshiba co jp index htm csd toshiba com cgi bin tais support supp_home_latin jsp Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the USA Canada Europe Japan Mexico and all of Latin America Toshiba s worldwide offices Australia Toshiba Australia Pty Lim ited 84 92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Belgium Toshiba Information Systems Benelux Belgium B V Excelsiorlaan 40 B 1930 Zaventem Belgium Austria Toshiba Europe GmbH Handelskai 388 1020 Wien Austria Canada Toshiba Canada Ltd 191 McNabb Street Markham Ontario L3R 8H2 Canada If Something Goes Wrong 1 15 Toshiba s worldwide offices Czech Republic Denmark CHG Toshiba s r o Scribona Danmark A S Hnevkovskeho 65 Naverland 27 61700 Brno DK2600 Glostrup Denmark Finland France Scribona TPC OY Sinimdentie 14 P O Box 83 02630 ESPOO Finland Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH LeibnizstraBe 2 D 93055 Regensburg Germany Hungary Technotrade Kft Szerencs utca 202 1147 Budapest Hungary Italy Progetto Elettronica 92 s r l Viale Certosa 138 20156 Milano Italy Toshiba Syst mes Fran
36. 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 cables diskettes etc See your dealer for more information Gi NOTE When traveling by air you may be required to put your notebook through airport security The X ray equipment used will not harm your computer Chapter 5 Expansion Options Your computer is designed to work in your office as well as on the road This chapter explains how to set up several optional external devices so that your notebook can provide all the convenience of a traditional desktop computer To order additional devices and accessories see the accessories information provided with your computer or visit toshibaaccessories com Using your computer at the office By connecting an external full size keyboard an external monitor a mouse and a printer you can work with your computer as if it were a standard office model You can connect a monitor and USB compatible devices such as the keyboard mouse and printer directly to the computer or to the optional Slim Port Replicator For information on connecting a mouse and a printer see the Getting Started chapter on page 35 If you want to connect your computer to the office network you can use the LAN port or your wireless LAN Wi Fi capability 92 Expansion Options 93 Optional Slim Port Replicator Optional Slim Port Re
37. those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure 10 Location of the required label Sample shown below Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary Product is certified by the manufacturer to comply with DHHS rules 21 CFR sub chaper J applicable at the date of manufacture MANUFACTURED Toshiba Corporation 1 1 Shibaura 1 Chome Minato Ku Tokyo 105 0061 Japan CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this mode properly read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference In case of any trouble with this erased model please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those Leet specified in the owners manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure N CAUTION This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 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
38. to e K Kod The IEFE 802 11 Standard on Wireless LANs Revision B as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance 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 These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in
39. 117 Recording SOUNS cccesccscesecseeseeseeseeees 117 Using a Microphone ccecesseeeseeeees 118 Adjusting recording SettingS 0 119 Powering down the COMpUtEL cccceeeeees 119 Turn Off or Shut down comman4d 0 120 Restart command ccccecesecceseceseeseesseeees 120 Hibernation command ccccceeceseeeeeeees 120 Standby command cccceceecsseeessecsseseeees 121 Using Turn Off or Shut down uu cece cece 122 Turning Off more quickly cc eeeeeeeteeeeees 122 Contents 7 Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down 125 Using Hibernation cc cccceccceecsseeecsseseeseessesees 125 Enabling the Hibernation command 125 Going into Hibernation Mode ease 127 Going into Hibernation mode more quickly 128 Starting again from Hibernation 0 129 Using Standby Sie steandirnaccattesvenencccsmublernanet deans 129 Going into Standby mode more quickly 130 Starting again from Standby cece 133 Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities ec eeceeceeeeeeees 134 FIESSO 134 Starting PIMOS SB sicccesceidoscescennctens Genet eawaceeeneal 135 Assigning a key to a program or document 136 Viewing existing key assignments 138 Changing or removing existing key assignments cccceccsceseeseneees 138 Hotkey utility ttetecc cect ca sencettemcen ce hataan ie eee 138 Ex
40. 170 resetting port to default settings 112 upgrading 112 modes Hibernation 120 Standby 121 monitor not working 162 moving the computer 56 network accessing 71 114 Dial Up Networking Wizard 71 114 numeric mode light 31 206 0 on off light 32 optional additional equipment battery charger 78 80 carrying case 91 memory modules 40 Noteworthy computer lock cable 56 optional high capacity battery light 32 P PC Card checklist 167 CIS Card Information Structure 166 computer stops working 168 eject button 27 errors 168 hot swapping 102 hot swapping fails 168 installing 100 modem default 112 not recognized 168 problem solving 166 167 removing 101 slot 27 99 PC Card slot 99 playing audio 69 Plug and Play 156 ports expansion 28 94 infrared 27 LAN 26 93 modem 26 RGB monitor 26 93 Universal Serial Bus 26 93 power AC adapter 26 AC adapter status 31 computer will not start 150 207 connecting cable to AC Adapter 47 energy saving features 76 light 48 on off button 30 preset usage modes 83 problem solving 159 turning on the power 49 power cable connectors 185 Power Management 143 running on batteries 145 power off alternate methods 55 guidelines 54 power source connecting 47 power usage modes changing 83 customizing 145 preset 83 powering down the computer 119 130 options 119 primary control button 30 51 printer connecting 45 problem solving 169 setting up 52 printing a file 65
41. 25 Using Hibernation 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here The Set the range window appears Set the range A Select the range to override DE only Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 Do one of the following K Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only when you are using battery power K Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power 9 Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window 10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down To start the computer up again press and release the power button the on off light changes to green Using Hibernation Enabling the Hibernation command Hibernation is a default setting If it should become disabled you can enable it as follows 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click Performance and Maintenance Double click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon 1 26 Enhancing Productivity Using Hibernation The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears f TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibemate The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes 5 Plugged in RS Power source am Power Create cop
42. LURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY 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 ACCORDINGLY TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY 3 ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION YOU AND NOT TOSHIBA ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy an
43. On restarting the computer returns to the state in which you left it and opens all the programs and files you were using NOTE If you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work often 1 292 Enhancing Productivity Using Turn Off or Shut down Using Turn Off or Shut down If you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server power off the computer as follows To turn off the computer 1 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears Turn off computer o Stand By Turn Off Restart Sample Turn off computer window 2 Click Turn Off The computer turns itself off If you are connected to a Windows network server domain server power off the computer as follows 1 Click the Start button then Shut down The Shut Down window appears Select Shut down from the drop down list Click OK The computer shuts down completely Turning off more quickly In addition to the method described above you can turn off the computer by pressing the power button Enhancing Productivity 1 23 Using Turn Off or Shut down To use this method you first need to turn on the feature in TOSHIBA Power Saver 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click Performance and Maintenance Double click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears
44. Pad control button or mouse button rapidly twice In the Windows operating system this refers to the left TouchPad control button or mouse button unless otherwise stated double density diskette A 3 5 inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB of information half the capacity of a high density diskette See also diskette high density diskette download 1 In communications to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network 2 To send font data from the computer to a printer See also upload s 193 drag To hold down a TouchPad control button or mouse button while moving the cursor to drag a selected object In the Windows operating system this refers to the left TouchPad control button or mouse button unless otherwise stated driver See device driver DVD An individual digital versatile or video disc See also DVD ROM DVD ROM digital versatile or video disc read only memory A very high capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data Each DVD ROM can hold as much data as several CD ROMs Compare CD ROM emulation A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program enable To turn on a computer option See also disable 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
45. Portege 2000 User s Guide If you need assistance VirtualTech http virtualtech toshiba com InTouch Center Calling within the United States 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 For more information see Chapter 8 on page 148 TOSHIBA C6609 1201M1 2 Model Port g 2000 Compact Disk ReWritable The computer system you purchased may include a Compact Disk ReWritable CD RW one of the most advanced storage technologies available As with any new technology you must read and follow all set up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and or manuals enclosed If you fail to do so this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF Protection of Stored Data For your important data please make periodic back up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures alteration or loss of the data IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE FAI
46. Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Going into Hibernation mode If you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server power off the computer using the Hibernation command as follows 1 Click Start Turn off computer 1 28 Enhancing Productivity Using Hibernation The Turn off computer window appears Turn off computer of Hibernate Turn Off Restart Sample Turn off computer window with shift key held down to show Hibernate option 2 Hold down the shift key and click Hibernate Hibernate only appears when the shift key is pressed The computer saves the state of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk and then powers down completely If you are connected to a Windows network server domain server follow these steps to power down the computer using Hibernation 1 Click Start then Shut Down The Shut Down window appears 2 Select Hibernate from the drop down list of options 3 Click OK The computer saves the state of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk and then powers down completely Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode in three ways By pressing the hotkey combination Fn F4 K By pressing the power button Enhancing Productivity 1 29 Using Standby By closing the display panel Starting again from Hibernati
47. Secure Digital card 1 Turn the card so that the contacts metal areas are face down Secure Digital card slot 2 Push the card into the slot until it locks in place Removing a Secure Digital card 1 Right click the Secure Digital drive s icon and select Eject from the pop up menu 2 Press the card inward to release it The card pops out slightly 3 Lift the left side of the computer grasp the card and pull it straight out Chapter 6 Enhancing Productivity In this chapter you will explore other features of your notebook computer Windows XP special features The Windows XP Professional operating system offers you several new features and enhancements including New system file protection A system restore function allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode An improved help center support automation and automatic Windows operating system update Wizards to simplify setting up your home network Ability to share one Internet connection among multiple PCs An automatic discovery feature that allows your computer to detect new and intelligent devices 104 Enhancing Productivity 1 05 Personalizing your desktop Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work You can customize the following aspects of the desktop Taskbar whi
48. a feature that saves documents at regular intervals such as every 15 minutes Check your programs documentation to see whether they have an automatic save feature To save A file you are updating open the program s File menu and click Save Learning the Basics 6 Printing your work Q1 Anew file choose Save As from the File menu type a name for the file and click OK A HINT To make another copy of the file you are currently working ed with choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a _ different name Printing your work Verify that the Windows XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in Setting up a printer on page 52 w TECHNICAL NOTE You only need to set up the printer the first y time you connect it If you use more than one printer or are e f changing printers you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer s To print a file 1 If your printer is not on turn it on now 2 Inthe File menu of your program click Print The program displays a Print dialog box 3 Click OK to print Using optional external diskettes To use diskettes you must connect the optional external USB diskette drive to the USB port on the back of the computer or to the optional Slim Port Replicator See Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive on page 95 for more information 66 Learning the Basics Using o
49. ada ccc diccsscecnsetawlacneneetscnanconnies 185 United Kingdom acescicceee seus cccse cecasecsceaceasticeessts 185 Australia srren enian a 185 EUVOP E Senet A 185 NGOS SO AEE 186 NUN cscs se cacectsee tcc ceeetaanecaees eee iescose oneicone ce 202 Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers With your new Toshiba notebook computer your access to information can accompany you wherever you go You will find that your Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system is already installed on your computer It offers exciting features and easy Internet access This guide This guide introduces the computer s features You can Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and stop when a topic interests you Use the table of contents and the index to find specific information If you are new to computers or have not used a notebook computer before read through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on After that seek out whatever interests you most 20 Introduction 21 Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries damage to your equipment or loss of data These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk and the icons highlight these
50. ain battery es module as L Speaker The expansion port allows you to connect the computer to an expansion device such as the optional Slim Port Replicator A shutter door protects this port The spring loaded main battery release latch locks and unlocks the battery module which holds the main battery in place The removable main battery module powers the computer when you re away from an AC power source Using the main battery you can work for several hours in full power mode without an external power source For more information about inserting or removing the main battery see Changing the main battery on page 88 The speaker allows you to hear sounds such as system alarms or audio files played on optional media devices The expansion memory slot cover protects the slot that holds any extra memory added to your computer For more information on expanding your computer s memory see Installing additional memory optional on page 40 Finding Your Way Around 29 Front with the display panel open The hard disk drive cover protects the slot that holds the hard disk drive Front with the display panel open See Keyboard Keyboard indicator panel System Internet button indicator panel TOSHIBA Power button Console button Function keys a TouchPad Secondary contro button Primary control button The computer s screen is a Poly Silicon Technology Thin Film Tran
51. als Using the optional Slim Port Replicator The optional Slim Port Replicator connects to the expansion port on the bottom of the computer When the port replicator is attached and the power is on a small light illuminates Attaching the optional Slim Port Replicator to the computer 1 Make sure the computer is turned off 2 Remove all connections from the back of the computer Expansion port Computer s expansion port for connecting to optional Slim Port Replicator 3 Locate the expansion port on the bottom of the computer Expansion Options 95 Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive 7 J eee Q Y Computer connection port Optional Slim Port Replicator and where it attaches to your computer 4 Holding the computer firmly connect the expansion port on the bottom of the computer to the connection port on top of the optional Slim Port Replicator 5 Connect the replicator to a power source Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive The optional external USB diskette drive allows you to use diskettes and is useful for installing software on the hard disk exchanging information with other systems and making backup copies of the files stored on your hard disk You can attach the optional external USB diskette drive to a USB port on the back of the computer
52. ams and features If the system or one of its attached devices isn t working resolving the problem can be time consuming and frustrating The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time After you add each device test it to make sure it and all previously connected devices work The device most recently connected to the system is the one most likely to be causing a hardware conflict Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task 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 Interrupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request IRQ because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor s time If two or more devices use the same IRQ the processor does not know which device is asking for attention This causes a hardware conflict 1 DO If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Direct Memory Access Similarly the data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Access DMA The DMA provides a dedicated channel for adapter cards to bypass the microproce
53. ard sized expansion cards that greatly increase the capabilities of your computer Some PC Cards combine several functions Multifunction cards allow you to get the most out of your PC Card slot Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association standard z TECHNICAL NOTE For PCMCIA compatible PC Cards check the y package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2 1 standard E A or later Other cards may work with your computer but they are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use 1 00 Expansion Options Using PC Cards Inserting a PC Card Before inserting a PC Card read the documentation that came with the card to see if it has any special requirements HINT The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services software for your PC Card Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services you should use the files included in the operating system To install a PC Card 1 Locate the PC Card slot on your computer Inserting a PC Card into the slot Insert the PC Card in the slot When the card is almost all the way into the slot push firmly but gently to ensure a good connection with the computer Don t force the card into position Expansion Options 1 01 Using PC Cards Removing a PC Card PC Card eject button PC Card eject button 1 Press the PC Card eject butto
54. arges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work often Ci Going into Standby mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Standby mode in three ways t By pressing the hot key combination Fn F3 L7 By pressing the power button e By closing the display panel Enhancing Productivity 1 31 Using Standby To put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button or close the display panel you must preset the mode 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Performance and Maintenance Double click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears f TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibernate FE The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes 4 Plugged in PS Power source x Create copy AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 96 hours Life on Hibernation 24 days Details Running on batteries g Normal a Create copy Q High Power Presentation a Super Long Life v lt j gt Details About M Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar M Show Intel R SpeedStep TM Technology icon on the taskbar TOSHIBA Cancel Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click Details in the Running on batter
55. ation with Wireless LAN Outdoor Antenna products a certain separation distance between antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance The distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 0 cm Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the rece
56. ay bus between the CPU and the computer s main memory Also called system bus See also bus function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 typically located on the keyboard Their function is determined by the operating system and or individual programs G gigabyte GB A unit of data equal to 1 073 741 824 bytes 1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes See also byte ground A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are connected It has a potential of zero 0 volts is connected to the earth and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit H hard disk A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used for long term storage of programs and data The primary or only hard disk in a computer is usually fixed but some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable By default the primary hard disk is referred to as drive C hardware The physical components of a computer system Compare software s 195 Hibernation A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work including all open files and programs when you turn the computer off When you turn on the computer again your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off See also Standby Suspend high density diskette A 3 5
57. can In order to do this it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment operations or procedures If these changes D might affect your service or the operation of your equipment the telephone company will give you notice in writing to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service If Problems Arise If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly you should immediately remove it from your telephone line as it may cause harm to the telephone network If the telephone company notes a problem they may temporarily discontinue service When practical they will notify you in advance of this disconnection If advance notice is not feasible you will be notified as soon as possible When you are notified you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation Toshiba America Information Systems Inc or an authorized representative of Toshiba Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line please call the telephone company and let them know of this change Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly
58. ccept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact Toshiba America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Blvd Irvine CA 92618 1697 949 583 3000 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conform la norme NMB 003 du Canada FCC Requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47 Part 68 and refers to internal modems Installation When you are ready to install or use the modem call your local telephone company and give them the following information The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem The FCC registration number of the modem The ringer equivalence number REN of the modem which is 0 3B The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJLIC Type of Service Your modem is designed to be used on standard device telephone lines Connection to telephone company provided coin service central office implemented systems is prohibited Connection to party lines service is subject to State tariffs If you have any questions about your telephone line such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it the telephone company will provide this information upon request Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it
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60. ce the pointer cursor is positioned you can click it into place by either double tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons The control buttons are adjacent to the TouchPad and are used like the buttons on a mouse The primary control button is the left one and corresponds to the left mouse button To double click press the primary button twice in rapid succession The function of the secondary button depends on the program you are using It usually corresponds to the right mouse button Check your program s documentation to find whether it uses the secondary mouse button Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software 5 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft s End User License Agreement and click Next 3 Enter your name and the name of your company or organization and click Next 4 Enter the information about your computer yw NOTE If your computer has the Microsoft Windows XP C Professional operating system and will be connected to a network Ww consult your system administrator before you choose your computer name and network settings 5 Set the correct date time and time zone for your computer and click Next Your computer restarts automatically Registering your computer with Tosh
61. ceevatetmecweccwee 69 Playing audio scacest acinscoacettea icasitedesteadegsactnns dimatoacenseas 69 Setting up for COMMUNICATIONS cee 70 Connecting your computer to a network 71 An overview of using the Internet 71 The Internet stsessietesetnte esp pes oss nad amie 72 The World Wide Web cececssseeeseseesees 72 Internet Service Providers ccccceeeeee 72 Connecting to the Internet eee 73 Surfing the Internet cccccesscsecseeseseees 73 Internet featureS cccseccesscssessseeeseeseenee 74 Uploading and downloading files from the IMTGIMGL sa cicecccacetectvounte vensarosbenre 74 Toshiba s online reSOUICES seceeeeeeeeeees 75 Chapter 4 Mobile Computing ccccceeeeeceees 76 Toshiba s energy Saver design ccccccceeeeeeees 76 Running the computer on battery power 76 Maximizing battery life ccc ceeceeeceeeseeees T1 Using additional battery packs 77 Battery safety preCautions cccceeeeeeeees 78 Charging batteries e enenenensnensnseseseseseseerereeneen 78 Charging the main battery c cece 78 Charging the RTC battery cece 79 Using a battery Charger ccccccccscccsceeeeeees 80 Monitoring main battery POWET ccccceeeeees 80 Determining remaining battery power 81 Contents D What to do when the main battery runs low 82
62. ch as large stereo speakers Information on diskettes is stored magnetically Getting a magnet too close to a diskette can erase important files 40 Getting Started Setting up your computer Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette or email or download from the Internet Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter See Connecting to an AC outlet on page 46 To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account you must connect the built in modem to a telephone line See Connecting the modem on page 45 Before starting to use your computer you may also want to KZ Add more memory o Xd onnect a mouse see Connecting a mouse on page C t C t i 44 2 Ww Connect a full size keyboard see Connecting a keyboard on page 97 K Xd Connect an external monitor see Using an external monitor on page 97 Connect a local printer see Connecting a printer on page 45 Install PC Cards see Using PC Cards on page 99 Installing additional memory optional 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 sof
63. ch resources to display for quick access Web content interface what information from the Internet to always display Desktop style how windows are displayed and how to browse folders and files Toolbars what information appears at the top of each window Customizing the taskbar As you work the taskbar changes to reflect what you are doing Its icons provide shortcuts to programs documents files folders system features and components Open applications also have Forward and Backward buttons to allow navigation through folders documents and Web sites For example you can personalize the taskbar to include Quick Launch icons and also your favorite URL addresses or local folders and programs DEFINITION URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator which is the adaress that defines the route to a file on the Web or any other f Internet facility Generically it is known as the World Wide Web site address Having a list of favorite URLs handy saves time Using it bypasses the need for you to launch your browser first To customize your taskbar settings point to an empty space in the taskbar and click the secondary button Then click Properties 106 Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop Bringing the world to your desktop With the Windows XP operating system you can set up your desktop with complete World Wide Web integration at a single click Turning on the Web content interface
64. ch stands for Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi is another term for the IEEE 2 11b communication protocol that permits 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 Index A AC adapter 33 AC power connecting adapter 47 power light 50 status 31 accessories carrying case 91 Direct Cable Connection software 115 PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable 56 adding memory 40 audio WAV digital wave files 117 features 116 playing 69 Backup or Restore Wizard 68 battery additional packs 77 alarms 85 changing 88 charge indicator light 80 charge not lasting 160 charging main 78 charging RTC 79 conserving power 83 descriptions 76 indicator light 32 50 inserting 89 low charge 82 main battery power status 78 maximizing life 77 monitoring power 80 not charging 159 optional charger 80 power usage mode 83 180 remaining power 81 removing 88 safe disposal 90 safety precautions 78 status 32 buttons control 51 Internet 30 PC Card eject 27 power 30 202 203 primary control 30 51 secondary control 30 51 TOSHIBA Console 30 C caps lock light 31 channels DMA 156 IRQ 155 checking device properties 157 cleaning the computer 56 click 51 COM port 112 command Turn Off 120 communications netw
65. cumstances 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 Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from Dust moisture and direct sunlight 39 36 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Liquids and corrosive chemicals CAUTION If you spill liquid into the computer turn it off unplug it from the AC power source and let it dry out completely before L gt tuming it on again lf the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on contact your Toshiba service representative or your network administrator K Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones Z Ww Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters Extreme heat cold or humidity Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers With a little care and proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day discomfort and possible injury If your
66. d control Previous track Next track Mute Sample Windows Media Player screen With your pointing device use the Windows Media Player screen as you would an audio control panel Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet use an online service or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer you need K A modem supplied with your computer t A telephone line K A browser or communications program Learning the Basics T1 An overview of using the Internet K An Internet Service Provider ISP or an online service if you plan to use the Internet Before you can use the modem you must connect it to a standard voice grade telephone line See Connecting the modem on page 45 for details Connecting your computer to a network To access a network At the office connect the computer to a Local Area Network LAN For specific information about connecting to the LAN consult your network administrator Use your computer s Wi Fi capability to connect to a wireless LAN While you are at home or traveling you need a dial up connection Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network To set up the connection use the Dial Up Networking Wizard 1 Click Start and point to All Programs 2 Point to Accessories then to Communications and click Network Setup Wizard or Network Connections 3 Enter the phone numbe
67. d if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help to this computer Operation with non compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s USB port and microphone jack 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 Se NOTE Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached 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 a
68. d 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 LI cache L2 cache CD An individual compact disc See also CD ROM CD ROM compact disc read only memory A form of high capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data See also CD Compare DVD ROM central processing unit CPU The chip that functions as the brain of the computer It takes information from outside sources such as memory or keyboard input processes the information and sends the results to another device that uses the information character Any letter number or symbol you can use on the computer Some characters are non printing characters such as a paragraph break in a word processing program A character occupies one byte of computer storage chip A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing memory input output and or control functions Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards click To press and release a TouchPad control button or mouse button In the Windows operating system this refers to the left mouse button or TouchPad control button unless otherwise stated See also double click conn 19 color palette A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time compatibility T
69. disk takes longer than restoring it from memory When you start up again the computer runs a self test loads the operating system and then returns to the state in which you left it Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation While in Hibernation mode the computer uses no battery power Enhancing Productivity 1 21 Powering down the computer Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk no data is lost if the battery discharges while the computer is in Hibernation mode When starting up again this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down option But it uses a little more time and battery power to start up than the Standby option because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of from memory On restarting the computer returns to the state in which you left it and opens all the programs and files you were using Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a power saving mode Standby stores the current state of the computer in memory so that when you restart the computer you can continue working from where you left off Factors to consider when choosing Standby While in Standby mode the computer uses some battery power If your computer is left in Standby mode for an extended period your computer could lose data When starting up again this choice uses less time and battery power than either Turn Off Shut down or Hibernation
70. dule CAUTION Use only the screw that came with the memory module Seat the memory slot cover and secure it with the two screws Gul NOTE Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver When you turn the computer on it should automatically recognize the total memory capacity Use the Toshiba Hardware Setup program to verify that the added memory is recognized If it is not recognized check the module s connection Gil NOTE When you view the memory display the total amount will be reduced by 16 MB which is used for VRAM A A Getting Started Setting up your computer Removing a memory module To remove the memory module 1 Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to the computer NN CAUTION Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer in Standby or Hibernation mode You can damage the e computer and the memory module 2 Turn the computer upside down and remove the main battery module 3 Remove the two screws securing the memory module cover and store them in a safe place 4 Lift off the cover 5 Remove the screw that secures the memory module 6 Fit two slender objects such as tweezers under the memory module on each side of the connector and pry up to disconnect the module 7 Grasp the memory module by the sides and lift it out N CAUTION Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory oa
71. e The Control Panel opens 2 Click Phone and Modem options The Phone and Modem options window appears 3 Click the Modems tab A location box appears Enhancing Productivity 1 1 3 Setting up for communications 8 Make a note of the COM port number shown in the Attached to field To verify that the modem is set up properly double click the COM port to which your modem is connected The Modem AMR Properties box appears In the device status area the computer should indicate whether the modem is working properly If the modem isn t working properly click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions Click OK to close the Properties box then the Phone and Modem options box Close the Control Panel Using the Ethernet LAN Port If your operating system is Windows XP Professional you can connect your computer to a Local Area Network LAN at work or from a remote location When your computer starts the Windows operating system 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 To avoid this delay you can configure the Windows operating system to disable the LAN port To disable the LAN port 1 Click Start and then click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click the System icon and select the Hardware tab then select the Device Manager button 4 Select Network
72. e Backup or Restore Wizard This wizard helps you back up or restore the files and settings on your computer If you prefer you can switch to Advanced Mode to change the settings used for backup or restore This option is recommended for advanced users only To continue click Next Sample Backup or Restore Wizard window 3 Follow the on screen instructions Learning the Basics 69 Restoring your work Restoring your work You can also use the Backup or Restore Wizard to restore information from your backup media to your hard disk prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the Va TECHNICAL NOTE When restoring files the backup program whe f hard disk Make sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file Playing audio Your computer is equipped to play audio files including those that run on optional media devices such as CD and DVD drives By adjusting the controls on your operating system s Windows Media Player you can control the playing of those files To access the Windows Media Player click Start then click Windows Media Player 10 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications Windows Media Player File view Play Tools Help Ai ye 3 Playlists v Now Playing Media Guide Copy from CD Media Library Radio Tuner Copy to CD or Device Skin Chooser Fast forwar
73. e same socket each card is not required to have its own address 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 The system does not recognize your PC Card Refer to the PC Card documentation Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems For more information see Connecting a mouse or a printer on page 99 A PC Card error occurs Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected If the card is attached to an external device check that the connection is secure Refer to the card s documentation which should contain a troubleshooting section If Something Goes Wrong 1 69 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 Run the p
74. eakers z TECHNICAL NOTE Use amplified speakers that require an 4 external power source Other types of speakers will be inadequate 5 to produce sound from the computer To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer 2 Using any necessary adapters plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack To adjust the volume i 2 For external speakers use the volume controls on each speaker e For headphones use the Fn 1 volume decrease and Fn 2 volume increase key combinations Recording sounds The external microphone may be used with other software to record monaural audio sounds and save them as digital audio WAV files on disk A DEFINITION A WAV pronounced wave file is the format for Z storing sound in files ILA 1 1 8 Enhancing Productivity Using audio features You may also record sounds as WAV files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder Y Sound Sound Recorder a File Edit Effects Help Position Length Positioning 0 00 sec 0 00 sec bar _ Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward Sample Sound Recorder screen
75. ect Popup to display the Application Explorer dialog box then complete these steps Select the desired folder The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder These are the items that appear in the popup list To create a popup list with items from various folders or to pick only a few items from a folder create a new folder containing only the desired programs and documents If you are unsure how to 38 Toshiba Utilities Hotkey utility do this refer to your operating system documentation Z kod Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just selected KZ kod To open a popup list showing the items in that folder press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program Viewing existing key assignments To view the existing key assignments choose Assignments from the Fn esse keyboard Fn esse displays the Function Key Assignments dialog box This box lists all the key assignments and the program or document to which each key is assigned To view items in a popup list click the Expand popup lists check box Changing or removing existing key assignments 1 In the Fn esse keyboard click the key you wish to change with the secondary button Fn esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box 2 To change the key assignment click Direct or Popup and continue as if you were crea
76. efore contacting Toshiba Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation If the problem occurs while you are running a program consult the program s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance K Consult your network administrator K Consult your authorized Toshiba representative who is your best source for current information Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware related Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you 1 Start with accessing Toshiba on the Internet using any Internet browser by typing pcsupport toshiba com 2 Next try one of Toshiba s online services The Toshiba Forum can be accessed through CompuServe by typing go toshiba If Something Goes Wrong 1 13 If you need further assistance Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba make sure you have Your computer s serial number The computer and any optional devices related to the problem Backup copies of your Windows operating system and all other preloaded software on diskettes or CD ROM Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation diskettes or CD ROM Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support call
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78. ems 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 Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs 148 if Something Goes Wrong 1 49 Problems that are easy to fix To close a program that has stopped responding 1 2 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously once Click Windows Task Manager The Windows Task Manager window appears Click the Applications tab If a program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside its name in the list Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with step 5 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task To power off your computer do one of the following If you are not connected to a domain server 1 2 3 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears Click Turn Off The computer turns off If you are connected to a domain server 1 Click the Start button then Shut down The Shut Down window ap
79. en or flashing green means that the hard disk is being accessed Wi Fi indicator light The 802 1 1b referred to as Wi Fi wireless fidelity indicator light glows amber when the Wi Fi antenna is turned on l7 e JIN NOTE For environments that do not permit wireless use or instruct you to turn off all radio devices for example aboard commercial aircraft you should turn the Wi Fi antenna switch off Gi CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data Va AC adapter Your computer is powered by the main battery and optional high capacity battery if present or by the AC adapter The AC adapter can recharge the main battery while the computer is running or while it is off A TECHNICAL NOTE The main battery doesn t charge while the y computer is consuming full power For more information on your a A computers power management see Power Management on page 143 3 A Finding Your Way Around AC adapter To DC IN jack on computer AC adapter For more information see Connecting to a power source on page 46 Chapter 2 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 cir
80. er The My Computer window appears 2 On the View menu point to Toolbars then click the name of the toolbar you want to display The toolbar appears below the menu bar of the current window Displaying information about each folder In addition to displaying the contents of each window you might find it helpful to have the operating system display the name of the folder and brief information about how to use the folder This means displaying an individual window as a Web page 1 Click Start then click My Computer The My Computer window appears Enhancing Productivity 1 1 1 Emulating a full size keyboard Open the folder you want to view as a Web page In the Tools menu select Folder Options In the Tasks section click the button for Show common tasks in folders 5 Click Apply then OK Ge Edt Yew Favontes Joos Help O B Ps res E Address Control Parel Pick a category T Appearance and Themes 29 Printers and Other Hardware See Also A Wiredows Update O Heb ond Support ther Control Panel Options Network and Internet Connections y User Accounts Date Time Language and Regional t9 Add or Remove Programs B Uptions A 7 Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Accessibility Options j Performance and Maintenance Sample Control Panel window as a Web page The addition of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the ap
81. er angles than most passive matrix displays adapter A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen An adapter can take a number of forms from a microprocessor to a simple connector An intelligent adapter one that is capable of doing some processing may also be called a controller s 189 alternating current AC The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets AC reverses its direction at regular intervals Compare direct current DC application A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type Applications include word processors spreadsheets and database management systems See also program 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 Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second not necessarily the same as bits per second See also bits per second BIOS basic input output system Basic instructions stored in read only memory ROM containing the information the computer needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up the computer bit
82. erating system Introduction 23 Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ warranty programs For more information visit Toshiba s Web site at Toshiba com If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something Goes Wrong on page 148 Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a grand tour of your Port g 2000 computer It serves as a reference for you to locate specific parts of the computer Making sure you have everything Before you do anything else consult the Quick Start card shipped with your unit to make sure you received everything If any items are missing or damaged notify your network administrator or authorized Toshiba representative immediately For additional help see If you need further assistance on page 172 24 Finding Your Way Around 25 Front with the display panel closed Front with the display panel closed fo Display latch The display latch locks the display panel Press the latch to release it Left side rss Secure Digital Security Cooling vent Secure Digital card slot LED light lock slot c Attaching a special cable to the antitheft security lock slot lets you anchor your computer to a large heavy object such as your desk The cooling vent prevents the computer s central processing unit CPU from overheating so that it can cont
83. expansion device A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities Other names for an expansion device are port expander port replicator docking station or network adapter extension See file extension external device See device 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 file allocation table FAT The section of a disk that keeps track of the location of files stored on the disk file name A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder It consists of two parts the actual name and the file name extension See also file extension 194 omer file extension The three characters following the period pronounced dot at the end of a file name The extension indicates the type of file Examples are exe for program files and hlp for help files See also file name folder Also called directory A container for organizing files saved to a disk A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image icon of a file folder A folder can contain files and other folders format verb To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer s operating system Formatting creates a structure on the disk so that the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it frontside bus The primary pathw
84. ey to continue If pressing any key does not work press Ctrl Alt and Del to restart the computer 1 5 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not working The Windows operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly For example The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears The operating system takes a long time to start The operating system responds differently from the normal routine The screen does not look right Unless a hardware device has failed problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device If you experience any of these problems use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem 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 This section describes each option and when to use the procedure To open the Startup menu 1 Restart your computer 2 Press F8 when your computer starts The Windows Advanced Options menu displays these options Safe Mode If Something Goes Wrong 1 53 The Windows operating
85. eyboard 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 that will emulate the internal keyboard s Fn key In Toshiba Hardware Setup you can emulate the Fn keys by setting key combinations in the keyboard option of the utility See Toshiba Hardware Setup on page 146 for more information Using an external monitor If you prefer to use an external monitor you can attach one to your computer s RGB monitor port or to the RGB monitor port on the optional Slim Port Replicator 98 Expansion Options Using an external monitor Connecting the monitor 1 If you are connecting the monitor to your computer or to the optional Slim Port Replicator and the replicator is connected to your computer turn off the computer J K NOTE Make sure the computer is off before you attach the monitor Connecting a monitor with the computer s power on may damage the monitor the computer or both 2 Connect the monitor s video cable to the RGB monitor port on the computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator 3 Connect the monitor s power cable to a power source 4 Turn on the computer 5 Turn on the external monitor The computer will use the external monitor and disable the built in display panel If your external monitor can display high resolution video modes greater than 800
86. hands wrists and or arms bother you while typing stop using the computer and rest If the W WARNING Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort persists consult a physician This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries For more information consult books on ergonomics repetitive strain injury and repetitive stress syndrome Getting Started 3 Selecting a place to work Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress related injuries Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching If you are using an external monitor the top of the screen should be no higher than eye level If you use a paper holder set it at about the same height and distance as the screen Seating and posture When using your computer maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair Whichever type you choose use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort Below eye level E Approximately 90 degree angles Footrest as E d g d g Correct posture and p
87. he battery reach room temperature and try again If the battery has completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes the battery may have reached the end of its useful life Try replacing it The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery it may not charge fully Let the battery discharge completely then try charging it again Check the power options using the Power Management utility Have you added a device such as a PC Card or memory module that takes its power from the battery Is your software using the hard disk more Is the display power set to turn off automatically Was the battery fully charged to begin with All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts For more information on maximizing battery power see Charging batteries on page 78 If Something Goes Wrong 1 61 Resolving a hardware conflict 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
88. he extent to which computers programs or devices can work together harmoniously using the same commands formats or language as each other configuration 1 The collection of components that make up a single computer system 2 How parts of the system are set up that is configured 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 LI cache L2 cache cursor A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen The shape of the cursor varies depending on the program you re using and what you re doing default The setting selected by a program when you don t specify an alternative setting device A component attached to the computer Devices may be external outside the computer s case or internal inside the computer s case Printers disk drives and modems are examples of devices device driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box An on screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction t
89. hem in a relaxed neutral position while typing Exercise your hands wrists and arms to improve circulation Getting Started 39 Precautions Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your working day Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency K Take frequent breaks to change position stretch your muscles and relieve your eyes A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods Intersperse such activities with other tasks Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods can cause eyestrain Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least thirty seconds Precautions K Avoid spilling liquids on the computer s keyboard If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard turn off the computer immediately Leave the computer turned off overnight to give it time to dry out before you use it again gt Ifa drive in use light indicates the drive is being accessed don t turn off the computer Powering off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Keep the computer and diskettes away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields su
90. iba Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up to date with information about new products and upgrades and also extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at no charge to you You can register your computer with Toshiba by double clicking the icon on your desktop or by mailing the registration card that may ship with your computer NOTE To register online your computers modem must be connected to a voice grade telephone line Setting up a printer If you have a printer follow these steps to set it up for the first time You only need to set up the printer once Getting Started 53 Using the computer for the first time 1 Click Start Printers and Faxes The Printers and Faxes window appears 2 Click Add a Printer The Add Printer Wizard appears Add Printer Wizard Welcome to the Add Printer Wizard This wizard helps you install a printer or make printer connections S If you have a Plug and Play printer that connects 1 through a USB port or any other hot pluggable port such as IEEE 1394 infrared and so on you do not need to use this wizard Click Cancel to close the wizard and then plug the printer s cable into your computer or point the printer toward your computer s infrared port and turn the printer on Windows will automatically install the printer for you To continue click Next Cancel Sample Add Printer Wizard 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up your printer
91. ies section The Full Power Properties window appears 5 Click the System Power Mode tab 1 32 Enhancing Productivity Using Standby Full Power Properties General Power Save Mode System Power Mode Device Settings amp These settings control system standby properties Wr Override all Modes with settings here al When press the power button Standby X a When close the lid Standby Prompt for password when computer goes off Standby or Hibernation Sample Full Power Properties window 6 Select Standby for the options you want When I press the power button Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you close the display panel K2 kd K kod When the system standby time has passed Set this option to Standby if you want the computer to automatically go into Standby mode when you haven t used it for a specified amount of time You Enhancing Productivity 1 33 Using Standby can set the System standby time on the Power Save Mode tab 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here The Set the range window appears Set the range A Select the range to override Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 Do one of the following Click DC only for the settings to apply only when you are using ba
92. ightness Keyboard hot keys Font A E This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off Fn a This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off Fn w This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off Appendix B Power Cable Connectors Your computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world USA and Canada United Kingdom E q UL approved CSA approved BS approved Australia Europe s 0 VDA approved AS approved NEMKO approved 185 Glossary z TECHNICAL NOTE Some features defined in this glossary may L not be available on your computer 7 Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user s guide AC BIOS alternating current basic input output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read only memory compact disc rewritable memory complementary metal oxide semiconductor communications port serial port communications port 2 serial port central processing unit direct current 186 DMA DIMM DOS DPI DSTN DVD DVD ROM ECP EPROM FAT FCC FIR GB HDD HTML IEEE VO IRQ ISP KB LAN LCD LPT1 LSI MB MIDI PC PCI PCMCIA 187 direct memory access dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch dual supertwist nematic digital versatile or video disc digital versatile or video d
93. iness cards and send text messages to a few people or to everyone in your proximity NOTE Before using SPANworks you must establish a network link between computers G SPANworks 2000 supports communication over a wired LAN or a wireless LAN To access SPANworks 2000 1 Double click the SPANworks icon on the desktop 2 Follow the instructions on your screen to set up a connection to the network To transfer a large amount of information between computers you can use the Windows XP Briefcase or a specialized synchronization program and the computer s infrared port z TECHNICAL NOTE Toshiba recommends that you start the P SPANworks 2000 application after closing all other applications o 4 This will ensure system resources are available since in the presentation function SPANworks 2000 may stop opening a presentation if the amount of remaining system resources is less than required Using audio features Your computer is equipped with a built in monaural speaker The computer plays sounds through the internal speaker It uses the sound settings in your operating system except for the system speaker which is configured by the Toshiba Enhancing Productivity 1 1 7 Using audio features System utility To adjust the volume click the speaker icon in the taskbar Using external speakers or headphones Instead of using the internal speaker you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo sp
94. information see Connecting to a power source on page 46 Finding Your Way Around 27 Right side Right side th ofr CAD on A Infrared port Microphone jack PC Card slot L PC Card eject button Headphone jack Wi Fi antenna on off switch ae w o 9 rA AS The Wi Fi antenna on off switch turns the computer s Wi Fi antenna on or off The 3 5 mm diameter mini headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones Connecting headphones to this jack automatically disables the internal speaker For more information about the Port g 2000 s audio capabilities see Using audio features on page 116 The 3 5 mm diameter mini monaural microphone jack lets you connect an external microphone for recording sound The infrared port allows cordless communication with a computer or other device such as a printer that has a compatible infrared port The PC Card eject button releases the PC Card from the PC Card slot For more information see Using PC Cards on page 99 The PC Card slot can hold one Type I PC Card or one Type II PC Card For more information see Using PC Cards on page 99 28 Finding Your Way Around Underside Underside m Expansion Expansion og J memory port s7 slot cover Main battery release latch Hard disk l drive M
95. ing end into the security lock slot on your computer then engage the locking device The computer is now securely locked Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists computing tips and provides important information about the system s basic features Computing tips K Save your work frequently Your work temporarily stays in the computer s memory until you save it to the disk You will lose all unsaved work if for example a system error occurs and you must restart your computer or your battery runs out of charge while you are working Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low See Setting battery alarms on page 85 HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals See your software documentation for details 08 Learning the Basics DO Computing tips K K2 Back up your files to diskettes or other removable storage media on a regular basis Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place If your hard disk suddenly fails you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy Use Error Checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level Consult your Windows XP operating system documentation for more information on these and other utilities Alwa
96. inue to perform at its maximum speed The Secure Digital card slot holds a highly secure stamp size flash memory card with a capacity of 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB or 128 MB The Secure Digital LED light indicates the card slot is in use 26 Finding Your Way Around Back Back o z i i il ce ega oG Q Modem DC IN jack port RGB monitor port LAN port USB ports NA The modem port lets you use a RJ11 telephone cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line For more information see Connecting the modem on page 45 The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area Ee network using a 10 100 Ethernet link e gt Use the Universal Serial Bus USB ports to connect the optional external USB diskette drive or other USB peripherals A DEFINITION USB is a peripheral expansion standard that A supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such Lf as keyboards and pointing devices USB peripherals have a single standard for cables and connectors The USB standard also allows hot swapping of peripherals C The RGB monitor port lets you connect an external monitor to your computer The DC IN jack is where you plug in the AC adapter For more
97. ique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet Web addresses can also appear within a Web page s text and are known as links Clicking a link automatically displays the site on your Web browser You can also use a Search Engine a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information 14 Learning the Basics An overview of using the Internet Internet features The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help you perform many tasks K7 K ksd K kd o Xd Internet email To send and receive email of your own you need a mailbox on the Web or an email address If you have an account with an ISP you can probably set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas can communicate in real time one on one or in groups by typing messages which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens Internet news groups A news group 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 Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one computer to an
98. isc read only memory enhanced capabilities port erasable programmable read only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission fast infrared gigabyte hard disk drive Hypertext Markup Language Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers input output interrupt request Internet service provider kilobyte local area network liquid crystal display line printer port 1 parallel port large scale integration megabyte Musical Instrument Digital Interface personal computer Peripheral Component Interconnect Personal Computer Memory Card International Association 188 RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference ROM read only memory RTC real time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial bus URL uniform resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user s guide A active matrix display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology Also known as a TFT display in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor TFT for each cell This type of display works well with notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high quality color Active matrix displays are viewable from wid
99. it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Synonymous with reboot To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off See also boot RJ11 A modular connector used on most U S telephone systems and direct connect modems The RJ11 connector is a 6 wire connector ROM read only memory Non volatile memory that can be read but not written to By non volatile we mean that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to store your computer s BIOS which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up See also BIOS memory Compare RAM select To highlight or otherwise specify text data or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it 200 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 Most computers have a serial port which provides a serial interface between the computer and a single device and or a USB port which provides a high speed connection to multiple devices See Universal Serial Bus USB Compare parallel shortcut See keyboard shortcut software See program Compare hardware Standby A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to c
100. iving antenna RZ Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver K Kod Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user Approved Countries for use This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries in Fig 1 Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Luxembourg Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Poland Portugal Spain Sweden Switzerland UK USA Caution Do not use this equipment except in the countries in Fig 1 CD ROM DVD ROM DVD ROM CD RW Safety Instructions The CD ROM DVD ROM and DVD ROM CD RW drives employ a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than
101. lders on your local computer or network file server You can specify that Items that normally require a double click will open with a single click Folders will open in their own window instead of in the same window Folders are accompanied by a list of common tasks instead of being displayed alone The options you choose determine how you browse in the operating system regardless of whether you start from the desktop My Computer Windows Explorer or Internet Explorer For more information about changing your desktop style enter desktop in the Help and Support Index Choosing a style To select desktop and browsing style options 1 Click Start then click My Computer 1 08 Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop The My Computer window appears 2 Select the Tools menu then click Folder Options The Folder Options dialog box appears Folder Options General View File Types Tasks a O n tasks in folders s classic folders Browse folders Open each folder in the same window O Open each folder in its own window Click items as follows O Single click to open an item point to select Double click to open an item single click to select Restore Defaults Sample Folder Options dialog box 3 Click the preferred options 4 Click Apply then OK Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop you can also display a Web
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103. may be on If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is on press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard Refer to the software s documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages If you have a second keyboard try it If it works the first keyboard may be defective or incompatible with your computer 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 The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working If you are using the built in screen make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this press Fn and F5 simultaneously once If this does not correct the 1 62 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict problem press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to ret
104. ms when you turn on the computer The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens You are probably in Stand By 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 Clearing the condition may get the computer running but it won t solve a resource conflict Read the documentation that came with the conflicting device and Resolving a hardware conflict on page 154 The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive Your computer normally loads the operating system from the hard disk If you have a hard disk problem you will not be able to start the computer Insert a system diskette into the optional external diskette drive and press the left or right arrow key to choose it as your boot up device The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged Data stored in the computer s memory has been lost To charge the battery leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours For more information see Power and the batteries on page 159 The computer displays the Non System disk or disk error message Make sure there is no diskette in the optional external diskette drive If there is one remove it and press any k
105. n To Procedure Type lowercase let Press and hold down Fn while you ters type the letters Type uppercase let Press Fn and Shift simultaneously ters while you type the letters Use the numeric Press and hold down Shift while you keys use the overlay keys then release Shift to return to the cursor control overlay To turn off the cursor control overlay hold down the Fn key and press F10 again The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out 6 A Learning the Basics Starting a program Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on To find the file use My Computer or Windows Explorer If you prefer to open the program first you have the following options PZ Double click the icon for the program on your desktop Use the Start menu Z Ww Use Windows Explorer to locate the program file K P Use the Run dialog box For more information see Help and Support in the Start menu Saving your work Before you turn off the computer save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette NOTE Always save your data even when you are using the Stand by command If your battery fully discharges your information will be lost Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low see Using battery alarms on page 85 Many programs offer
106. n also copy a file to diskette by clicking the file or files you want to copy with the secondary button then pointing to Send To and clicking 3 1 4 Floppy A Taking care of diskettes To protect the data stored on your diskettes Store your diskettes in their boxes or other containers to protect them and keep them clean Keep diskettes at room temperature and avoid exposing them to direct sunlight Otherwise data may be lost Keep your diskettes away from sources of magnetism such as speakers and radios since these can destroy data Clean dirty diskettes with a soft cloth moistened in water Do not use cleaning fluids Avoid Sliding back the protective metal cover Touching the magnetic surface of a diskette Fingerprints can prevent the drive from reading the data held on a diskette Twisting or bending a diskette Placing heavy objects on your diskettes Eating smoking or using erasers near your diskettes Foreign particles can damage the surface 68 Learning the Basics Backing up your work Backing up your work To back up several files at one time use the Backup or Restore Wizard You can choose the files and the type of backup you want to perform 1 Connect the backup device to your computer as shown in the manufacturer s instructions 2 Click Start All Programs Accessories System Tools Backup The Backup or Restore Wizard window appears Backup or Restore Wizard Welcome to th
107. n on connecting devices see Setting up your computer on page 40 Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display panel latch and lift the display panel Opening the display panel CAUTION To avoid damaging the display panel don t force it beyond the point where it moves easily a Never lift or move the computer using the display panel Turning on the power 1 Ifthe optional external diskette drive is connected check that it is empty 2 Ifyou have a local printer connected to the computer turn it on and wait until the printer is ready on line ASA Turning on the power 00 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time O 3 Locate the oval shaped power button above the F3 and F4 keys at the top of the keyboard Turn on the computer by pressing the button for at least one second The on off light on the system indicator panel glows green indicating that the computer is on HINT After turning on the computer for the first time dont turn off the power again until the operating system has completely loaded The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an external power source The main battery light e Ww Glows amber while the main battery is being charged Z kod Glows green when the main battery i
108. n once to extend it then press it again to remove the card The PC Card pops out about an inch Removing the PC Card from the slot 2 Grasp the edges of the PC Card and carefully slide it out of the slot 1 02 Expansion Options Using a Secure Digital card Hot swapping PC Cards One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on This is called hot swapping DEFINITION Hot swapping is the ability to change PC Cards while the computer is on Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time remember not to remove a card while it is in use Otherwise you could lose valuable information For example Never remove a hard disk card or CD ROM drive card while the system is accessing the card gt Ww K Never remove a network card while you are connected to the network Z Ww Never remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it are operating A DEFINITION SCSI is an acronym for Small Computer Systems L Interface A single SCSI PC Card enables you to connect several Lf SCSI devices to your computer at the same time A Before removing a PC Card stop it by clicking the PC Card PCMCIA icon on the taskbar Using a Secure Digital card Your computer supports the use of a Secure Digital media card Expansion Options 1 03 Using a Secure Digital card Inserting a
109. n the computer The Windows XP Professional operating system uses the Shut down command to power down the computer if you are connected to a Windows network server domain server or the Turn Off command if you are not K ksd When the hard disk drive light on the system indicator panel is on don t turn off the power Doing so may damage your hard disk For more information see Powering down the computer on page 119 Getting Started 55 Caring for your computer Closing the display panel When you are finished using the computer power off and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer If you close the display panel while the computer is still on one of these actions will occur If you have the audible warning set the computer will beep to notify you that it is still on See Toshiba Hardware Setup on page 146 If you have an action feature set the computer will perform that action Nothing Standby Hibernate For more information see Power Management on page 143 Different ways to turn the computer on and off Instead of turning on your computer by pressing the power button you can set the computer to turn on automatically at a time you designate Using this option enables you to transfer files by modem at night when the rates are cheaper You can set the computer to turn on and send or receive the files while you are asleep This option is called Auto Po
110. ns company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas Caution Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment s Ringer Equivalence Number REN and an explanation notice similar to the following The Ringer Equivalence Number REN of this device can be found on the label affixed to your computer 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 The standard connecting arrangement telephone jack type for this equipment is jack type s USOC RJLIC Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS radio technology and is compliant
111. o or requesting input from the user direct current DC The type of power usually supplied by batteries DC flows in one direction Compare alternating current AC 192 omer direct memory access DMA A dedicated channel bypassing the CPU that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device directory See folder disable To turn a computer option off See also enable disc A round flat piece of metal designed to be read from and written to by optical laser technology and used in the production of optical discs such as CDs and DVDs Compare disk disk A round flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form and used in the production of magnetic disks such as diskettes and hard disks Compare disc See also diskette hard disk 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 document Any file created with an application and if saved to disk given a name by which it can be retrieved See also file double click To press a Touch
112. of time you can use the computer before having to recharge the main battery Toshiba has combined these options into several preset power usage modes Setting a power usage mode 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 8 A Mobile Computing Conserving battery power 3 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears f TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibemate The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You see can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes Plugged in aa Power source am Power Create copy AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 96 hours Life on Hibernation 24 days Running on batteries g Normal a Create copy Q High Power Presentation a Super Long Life v E2 Details About MV Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar V Show Intel R SpeedStep TM Technology icon on the taskbar TOSHIBA Cancel Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 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 If you are running on batteries and the programs that you are using do not require a lot of system
113. on To start up the computer from Hibernation mode press and release the power button until the on off icon glows green The computer returns to the screen you were using If you went into Hibernation mode by closing the display panel you can start the computer again by opening the display panel Using Standby If you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server power down the computer using the Standby command as follows 1 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears Turn off computer Stand By Turn Off Sample Turn off computer window with Stand By option 1 30 Enhancing Productivity Using Standby 2 Click Stand By The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory turns off the display and goes into a low power mode The on off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode If you are connected to a Windows network server domain server power down the computer using the Standby command as follows 1 Click the Start button then select Shut down The Shut Down window appears 2 Select Stand by from the drop down list of options 3 Click OK The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory turns off the display and goes into a low power mode The on off light blinks green to indicate the machine is in Stand by mode NOTE If you power down using the Standby command and the battery disch
114. ontinue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again Suspend A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again system disk A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk A system disk is also called a bootable disk or a startup disk Compare non system disk system prompt The symbol in the MS DOS operating system generally a drive letter followed by a greater than sign indicating where you enter commands T TFT display See active matrix display U universal serial bus USB A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps 12 million bits per second USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all purpose USB port USB allows hot swapping of peripherals See also bus hot swapping serial upload To send a file to another computer through a modem or network See also download USB See universal serial bus USB conn 20 utility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem Utilities are often related to computer system management W Web See World Wide Web Wi Fi A term trademarked by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance whi
115. or to any of the USB ports on the optional Slim Port Replicator You can also attach it while the computer is on 96 Expansion Options Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive USB connector Eject button Diskette slot Diskette in use light Optional external USB diskette drive and connector cable zm TECHNICAL NOTE You may attach the optional external USB L diskette drive while the computer is on or off 2 If you attempt to access the drive when it is not attached to the computer you will receive an error message To attach the optional external USB diskette drive cable to a USB port on either the computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator gently push the connector into the USB port Attaching the optional diskette drive cable to one of the computer s USB ports The computer automatically recognizes the optional external USB diskette drive and calls it A Expansion Options 97 Using an external keyboard Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a standard keyboard you can attach one to a USB port on the computer or on the optional Slim Port Replicator provided the keyboard is USB compatible Connecting a keyboard You can connect a USB keyboard while the computer is on To connect the keyboard to the computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator gently push the keyboard cable into the USB port Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key An external k
116. ork connection 71 114 setting up 70 system resources 155 computer lock 56 non system disk or disk error message 151 not accessing disk drives 151 setting up 40 41 transferring information 116 warning resume failure message 151 computing tips 58 connecting modem 45 printer 45 99 to a network 71 USB compatible keyboard 97 monitor 97 mouse 45 99 control buttons 51 cooling vents CPU 25 copying files 114 cursor control mode light 31 customizing taskbar 105 D DC IN jack 26 desktop browsing style 107 changing styles 107 personalizing 105 Device Manager 157 checking properties 157 disabling a device 157 158 digital audio WAV files 117 Digital Subscriber Lines DSL 72 Direct Cable Connection software 115 Disk Defragmenter 59 164 disk drive corrupted damaged data files 164 missing files trouble accessing a disk 163 running slow 164 diskette care 67 copying documents to 66 copying files 66 inserting and removing 66 protecting stored data 67 diskette drive attaching external USB 96 can t insert a diskette 165 can t read a diskette 165 display doesn t look normal flickers 162 external monitor not working 163 screen is blank 161 display options built in display only 99 external monitor only 99 simultaneous viewing 98 display panel closing 55 opening 49 panel latch 25 TFT LCD 29 turn off automatically 86 displaying folder information 110 disposing of battery 90 DMA Direct Memory Access 156 d
117. ositioning of the computer K Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow You should be able to type 38 Getting Started Selecting a place to work comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor If you are using a conventional chair K Z Ww K kod Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips If necessary use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine If necessary use a cushion to provide extra back support Lower back support cushions are available at many office supply stores Sit with your back straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Avoid slumping forward or leaning back too far Lighting Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and reduce eyestrain K K kod A Ww Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that could shine directly in your eyes If possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area Arms and wrists t K Avoid bending arching or twisting your wrists Keep t
118. other is termed uploading transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web or downloading transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer There are several ways to upload or download data It can be as simple as attaching a file or document to an email or you can use the File Transfer Protocol FTP features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of data Learning the Basics 15 Toshiba s online resources Toshiba s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect These sites provide information about Toshiba products give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades For more information see Contacting Toshiba on page 172 Chapter 4 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling Toshiba s energy saver design Your computer enters a low power standby mode when it is not being used thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency Many of these energy saving features have been set by Toshiba We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling Running the computer on battery power Your computer contains a removable rechargeable lithium polymer Li polymer main bat
119. ou wish to switch the machine to standby I Do not show this message in the future Sample Standby confirmation box gt For more information about Standby mode please see Using Standby on page 129 1 82 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode K If Hibernation mode is enabled the default a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode You can choose not to display this message box Do you wish to switch the machine to hibernation Do not show this message in the future Sample Hibernation confirmation box lt If Hibernation mode is disabled this hot key will not respond For more information on Hibernation mode see Using Hibernation on page 125 Hot Keys 1 83 Display modes Display modes Fn a0 This hot key cycles through the power on display options The display modes are 2 Ww Built in display panel only Built in display panel and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only ze LCD 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 1 8 A Hot Keys Display brightness Display brightness Fn EA This hot key decreases the screen brightness Fn This hot key increases the screen br
120. ouble click 51 downloading 74 E email 74 environment computer friendly 35 ergonomics 36 37 38 error messages device driver conflict 154 general hardware problem 154 non system disk or disk error 151 165 problem with display settings current settings not working with hardware 163 program has performed an illegal operation 150 warning resume failure 151 Error checking 59 164 Ethernet LAN Port disabling 113 using 113 exchanging data 114 expansion memory slot 43 expansion port 28 external diskette drive 95 keyboard 97 monitor m 204 connecting 97 not working 163 F FAT File Allocation Table 163 features 58 files WAV 117 backing up 59 printing 65 restoring 69 saving 58 64 transferring application files 114 Fn key 30 assigning functions 136 Fn key emulation 97 Fn esse 134 assigning keys 136 change remove key assignments 138 drag and drop 136 keyboard 135 starting 135 using keyboard or pointing device 137 viewing key assignments 138 folders displaying information 110 function keys 30 H hard disk drive light 33 50 hardware conflicts 154 resolving 156 headphones 117 jack 27 Help Windows XP 154 Hibernation command 120 enabling 125 205 Hibernation mode 120 methods 129 130 hot key display brightness 184 display modes 183 Hibernation mode 182 keyboard overlays 184 password security 179 power usage mode 180 Standby mode 181 volume control 178 volume mute 179
121. panel on page 31 The Internet button turns on the computer and launches your default Internet browser The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions Finding Your Way Around 31 Front with the display panel open Keyboard indicator panel 4 Cursor control mode Numeric mode F The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on When this light is on pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the arrow printed on the key instead of typing the letter printed on the key The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on When this light is on pressing an overlay key types the number printed on the key instead of typing the letter printed on the key Caps lock light The light on the Caps lock key glows when the Caps lock is on When this light is on pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase capital letter System indicator panel 0008 A T n n On off battery Hard disk drive light Optional high capacity battery D gt The AC power light shows the power status of the AC adapter K No illumination means that the AC adapter is not connected 32 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display panel open K Xd o Ww Green means the system is receiving power from the AC adapter Flashing amber means there may be a problem with the AC adapter the main battery or the computer Unplug
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123. pearance of a Web page Emulating a full size keyboard Although your computer s keyboard is compatible with a full size 101 102 key enhanced keyboard it has fewer keys Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of several keys allows you to emulate a full size keyboard The keys are Alt Ctrl cursor control mode and numeric control mode See Using the keyboard on page 60 for the location of these keys 1 1 2 Enhancing Productivity Setting up for communications Setting up for communications In order to connect to the Internet use an online service or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer you need P A modem one comes with your computer K Kod A telephone line Z Ww A browser or communications program K An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service if you plan to use the Internet Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer s COM communications ports The default setting for the modem is COM3 The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings If you re 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 in the operating system 1 Click Start click Control Panel then Printers and Other Hardwar
124. pears Select Shut down from the drop down list Click OK The computer shuts down completely 150 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer Your program performs an illegal operation If you receive the message Your program has performed an illegal operation you should record the details of the message and consult the software manufacturer 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 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard Open Notepad click Start point to All Programs then point to Accessories and click Notepad Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power The computer will not start Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds If you are using the AC adapter check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device such as a lamp If Something Goes Wrong 1 51 Proble
125. perating system PC Card checklist Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot See Connecting a mouse or a printer on page 99 for how to insert PC Cards Make sure all cables are securely connected Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control If another PCMCIA equipped computer is available try the card in that machine If the card malfunctions again it may be defective 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 aA nn gt U then click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears Click the Hardware tab Click the Device Manager button Double click the PCMCIA adapter Double click the appropriate PC Card The operating system displays your PC Card s Properties dialog box which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status 1 68 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The computer stops working hangs when you insert a PC Card The problem may be caused by an I O input output conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I O base address See Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 157 for more information Since all PC Cards share th
126. plicator The optional Slim Port Replicator enhances your mobility because it provides a range of ports that enable you to connect to many expansion devices The replicator provides more USB ports than the computer enabling you to use more USB compatible devices at the same time If you use the optional Slim Port Replicator you cannot use the computer ports at the same time since attaching the replicator makes the computer ports inaccessible Back of the optional Slim Port Replicator EJ gt gt A T Co omc a a CE 4 LAN port l l RGB monitor port USB ports L DC IN jack The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network using a 10 100 Ethernet link The RGB monitor port lets you connect an external monitor For more information see Using an external monitor on page 97 Use the Universal Serial Bus USB ports to connect the optional external USB diskette drive or other USB peripherals You can connect the AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the optional Slim Port Replicator Front of the optional Slim Port Replicator USB port USB port 9 A Expansion Options Using the optional Slim Port Replicator Use the Universal Serial Bus USB ports to connect the optional external USB diskette drive or other USB peripher
127. ptional external diskettes Inserting and removing diskettes 1 Insert a diskette into the insertion slot until it clicks in place A protective flap inside the drive s insertion slot automatically retracts when you insert a diskette The diskette in use light glows when the computer is accessing a diskette 2 Push the diskette eject button to remove a diskette from the drive Copying documents to a diskette Diskettes provide an easy means of transferring files from one computer to another Copying a file to a diskette also gives you a backup copy in case something happens to the original on your hard disk This section describes how to use the My Computer window to copy a file from the hard disk to a diskette To copy files to a diskette 1 Connect the optional external USB diskette drive to the computer 2 Insert a diskette into the drive 3 Double click the My Computer icon The operating system opens the My Computer window 4 Double click the drive that contains the file you want to copy The operating system displays the contents of the drive 5 Double click the folder that contains the file then click the file you want to copy HINT Use the Ctrl or Shift key to select more than one file Learning the Basics 6 Using optional external diskettes 6 7 On the menu bar click File then click Send To Click the icon for 32 Floppy A The operating system copies the file s HINT You ca
128. r of your network connection and let the program dial the number The computer connects with the network An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features under these headings C The Internet The World Wide Web 12 Learning the Basics An overview of using the Internet RZ Internet Service Providers e Ww Connecting to the Internet Z Surfing the Internet Z Ww Internet features K Uploading and downloading files from the Internet The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and millions of computers around the world connected by communications lines They all work together to share information The World Wide Web The World Wide Web or Web is a subset of the Internet a collection of interlinked documents located on computers connected to the Internet that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTTP The World Wide Web offers information as text images audio or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP They make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet many people and businesses use an Internet Ser
129. resources you may experience longer work sessions by enabling the Normal setting Any options that you change become the active settings when you exit the program You do not have to restart your system before they become active settings Mobile Computing 85 Using battery alarms Using a hot key to select the power usage mode 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power usage pop up window 2 While continuing to press Fn press F2 until you select the desired power usage mode 3 Release the Fn key The computer is now in the selected mode Using battery alarms You can configure the computer to warn you when the main battery is running low Setting battery alarms You can set two alarms Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached You can set how the warning occurs sound an alarm display a message both or none You can also set the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode or to completely power down when the alarm goes off To set an alarm or alarms 1 Click Start Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click Toshiba Power Saver The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears 4 Inthe Running on batteries section click Details The mode Properties window appears 5 Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm s as desired 86 Mobile Computing Turning off the display automatically Turning off the display
130. rinter s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in Setting up a printer on page 52 You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable Stand By mode turn off the computer and turn off the printer Turn the printer back on make sure it is on line then turn the computer back on Try printing another file For example you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad If a Notepad file prints correctly the problem may be in your original file If you cannot resolve the problem contact the printer s manufacturer The printer will not print what you see on the screen Many programs display information on the screen differently from the way they print it See if your program has a print preview mode This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print Contact the software manufacturer for more information 1 10 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 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 112 Check the communications parameters
131. rk for many hours without an AC power source you may want to carry additional charged battery packs with you You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working 18 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Battery safety precautions Never try to disassemble a battery pack Z Z Never overcharge or reverse charge a battery Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could destroy it causing the release of toxic fumes K Xd Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object Short circuiting the battery will cause it to overheat and may cause permanent damage to the battery or the computer Z Ww Never incinerate a spent battery as this will cause it to explode releasing toxic materials K Kod If a battery is leaking or damaged replace it immediately Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery Z Ww When replacing the main battery use an identical battery that you can purchase from Toshiba See the accessories information provided with your computer or visit toshibaaccessories com Charging batteries The main battery and optional high capacity battery need to be charged before you can use them to power the computer You can charge the main battery using either your computer or an optional battery charger To charge the optional high capacity battery you must use a battery charger Charging the main battery To charge the main batter
132. rrent settings do not work with your hardware Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer s internal display To change the display properties 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button The Display Properties window appears Click Properties then click the Settings tab Adjust the screen resolution and or color quality Click OK 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 External monitor only mode Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them Typical disk problems are You are having trouble accessing a disk or one or more files appear to be missing Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name A or C Error checking Run Error checking which analyzes the directories files and File Allocation Table FAT on the disk and repairs any damage it finds 1 6 A If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To run Error checking 1 Click Start then click My Computer 2 Right click the drive you want to check The drive s Properties box appears Click
133. rs to a standard that when followed by a device manufacturer allows a PC to configure itself automatically to work with the device pointing device Any device such as the TouchPad or a mouse that enables you to move the cursor on the screen port A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device processor See central processing unit CPU 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 s 199 RAM random access memory Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read By volatile we mean that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer This type of memory is used for your computer s main memory See also memory Compare ROM random access memory See RAM read only memory See ROM reboot See boot restart removable disk A disk that can be removed from a disk drive A diskette is one example of a removable disk resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen For a printer resolution is expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen
134. s The TOHSIBA Button Controls allow you to enable or disable the TOSHIBA Console and Internet buttons and the programs associated with them Those buttons are located just above the function keys at the top of the keyboard To access these controls 1 Inthe TOSHIBA Console window click TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOSHIBA Controls Properties window appears Toshiba Utilities 1 43 TOSHIBA Console 3 TOSHIBA Controls Properties Buttons Select a Button I TOSHIBA Console button Vv Intemet button oO Restore Defaults Cancel Sample TOSHIBA Controls Properties window Click the Buttons tab Check the boxes for the TOSHIBA Console button and or the Internet button Under Select a Program make the desired selections Click Apply then click OK Power Management The Power Management feature enables you to control your computer s power usage regardless of the source and use the many preset power modes or create one yourself To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA W Console double click the Power Management icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears 1 A A Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console f TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibemate FEJ The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes Plugged in Kj Bea Power source
135. s Toshiba Forum 172 TouchPad 30 using 50 51 traveling tips 91 Turn Off using 122 Turn Off command 120 122 Turn Off methods 122 turning computer on off 30 49 turning off the computer 54 U Uniform Resource Locator URL 73 105 Universal Serial Bus USB port 26 93 94 uploading 74 URL Uniform Resource Locator 73 105 USB compatible diskette drive connecting 95 keyboard 97 connecting 97 mouse connecting 45 printer connecting 45 utilities Fn esse 134 Hotkey utility 138 Power Management 143 TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 139 V volume control 117 W warranty SelectServ 23 Web address 73 Web browsers 72 Web content interface 106 Web sites Support Online 154 Toshiba 174 Wi Fi light 33 wireless networking 113 Wi Fi antenna on off switch 27 Windows Media Player 69 Windows XP Briefcase 116 Help 154 Help and Support 154 problem solving 152 special features 104 wireless networking 113 wizards Add Printer 53 Backup or Restore 68 Dial Up Networking 71 Internet Connection 74 World Wide Web 72
136. s RAM See RAM ROM microprocessor See central processing unit CPU 197 MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface A standard for connecting musical instruments synthesizers and computers The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use and vice versa modem Short for modulator demodulator A device that converts information from digital to analog and back to digital enabling information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines motherboard The main circuit board in the computer It contains the processor memory and other primary components MS DOS prompt See system prompt multimedia A combination of two or more media such as sound animation and video in a computer program or presentation Musical Instrument Digital Interface See MIDI network A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail non interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen Compare interlaced non system disk A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer Compare system disk online Available through the comp
137. s fully charged KZ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external power source The hard disk drive light flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any of the drives is in use Using the TouchPad The TouchPad the small smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you d like to move the cursor To move the cursor to the top of the page push your finger forward on the TouchPad Getting Started 51 Using the computer for the first time To move the cursor to the bottom of the page drag your finger toward yourself To move the cursor to the right side of the page slide your finger across the TouchPad from left to right To move it to the left side slide your finger from right to left NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction a Once you ve positioned your cursor you can either click it into place by double tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons Primary and secondary control buttons When you want to click or choose an item use the TouchPad to move the pointer cursor to the item On
138. s low When the main battery runs low you can Z Ww Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery Put the computer in Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare Connect the computer to the optional high capacity battery Save your work and turn off the computer If you don t manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power the computer automatically enters Standby mode and turns itself off Standby mode keeps track of where you were so when you turn on the power again you can continue where you left off The computer stores information on what you were doing until the main battery runs out of power If you have Hibernation mode enabled the default the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down Mobile Computing 83 Conserving battery power 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 display panel instead of an external monitor How much you use the hard disk and other drives Whether you use any optional devices to which the battery supplies power Where you are working since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba s power saving options greatly increase the length
139. sage Setting IV Show undock complete message V Show message when AC has been disconnected Sample TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration window TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings You can normally access this utility in two ways Press the TOSHIBA Console button located above the F12 key on your keyboard Z Ww Use the Start menu as follows Click Start then click All Programs Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection The TOSHIBA Console window appears N oe Toshiba Utilities 1 At TOSHIBA Console t TOSHIBA Console Zp Customizing Your Computer Power TOSHIBA Management Button D G E Mouse Hotkey TOSHIBA Assignment Hardwa Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features 1M Customize Your Computer Me Network 1M Security Customize Your Computer The features available in this category are Power Management TOSHIBA Button Controls Mouse Hotkey assignment for detailed information see Pn esse on page 134 Toshiba Hardware Network The feature in this category is the IR Utility 1 42 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Security The features available in this category are Supervisor password User password TOSHIBA Button Control
140. sign to a key 4 Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item from Explorer to the key on the Fn esse keyboard you want to assign to it 5 Release the primary button 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 1 3 Fn esse Using the keyboard or pointing device To assign a key to open a program or document 1 2 Start Fn esse Perform one of the following Using the keyboard press and hold the Fn key then press the desired assignment key Using the pointing device move the cursor over the desired key and press the secondary button The Assignment Type dialog box appears HINT If you are making a direct key assignment complete step 3 lf you are making a popup assignment complete step 4 To make a direct key assignment select Direct to display the Add Edit Command dialog box then complete these steps Enter the Description Command Line and Working Directory for the new Fn esse key assignment or click the Browse button to specify this information Click OK To make a popup assignment sel
141. sistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD that provides clear sharp color images The Port g 2000 has an 12 1 inch screen measured diagonally capable of showing 1024 x 768 pixels in up to 16 million colors You can adjust the tilt of the screen for the most comfortable viewing angle You can also connect an external monitor to the computer For more information see Using an external monitor on page 97 30 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display panel open OQ ke The keyboard provides all the functionality of a full size keyboard For detailed information see Using the keyboard on page 60 The system indicator panel is located above the keyboard on the left side just below the open display panel It consists of six lights that provide information about the current status of your computer The power button turns the computer on and off The function keys when used with the Fn key activate several different system functions For more information see Hot Keys on page 178 The TouchPad enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger The Primary control button next to the TouchPad acts like the primary button on a mouse The Secondary control button next to the TouchPad acts like the secondary button on a mouse The keyboard indicator panel is a set of lights on keys F10 F11 and F12 located at the top of the keyboard For more information see Keyboard indicator
142. sound will come from the speakers or headphones Password security F1 Fn a This hot key blanks the display Without a password The Fn F1 key combination turns off the display Using the mouse or any key will make the display reappear With a password The Fn F1 key combination turns off the display and activates the security feature Using the mouse or any key will make the screen saver password dialog box appear and you can then type in either a user or a administrator password For the Windows XP operating system you type the user or administrator password into the Windows security screen dialog box To activate the password feature 1 Click Start then click Control Panel 2 Double click Display 3 Select the Screen Saver tab 4 Click the On resume password protected check box 180 5 Click OK Power usage mode Fn F2 Hot Keys Power usage mode This hot key displays the power usage pop up window and cycles through the battery save modes QQaae Long Life Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility For more information see Power Management on page 143 E Standby mode F3 Fn o This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode e A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode You can choose not to display this message box Do y
143. ssor and access memory directly If two or more devices use the same DMA the data required by one device overwrites the data required by the other causing a hardware conflict Plug and Play With Plug and Play and the operating system avoiding hardware conflicts is easy Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS basic input output system and the operating system to automatically assign system resources to Plug and Play compliant devices In theory if every device connected to the computer is Plug and Play compliant no two devices will compete for the same system resources Plug in the device and turn on your computer The operating system is automatically set up to accommodate the new device 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 three things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts Disable the device For an older device remove it from the computer Z Ww Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device see Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 157 If Something Goes Wrong 1 57 Resolving a hardware conflict K Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict Refer to the device s documentation for instructions about changing settings on
144. ter cable to the computer 3 Insert the plug end of the power cable into a live wall outlet The AC power light on the indicator panel glows green A 8 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time If the main battery is present the main battery light glows 2 Green if the main battery is fully charged K Amber if the main battery is charging 4 Ifthe AC power light flashes amber during charging either the main battery is malfunctioning or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack See If Something Goes Wrong on page 148 for troubleshooting information Using the main battery Your computer came with its main battery already installed Before using the main battery to power the computer you must first charge it To charge the main battery leave the computer plugged in for at least six hours with the computer turned off After that the main battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer For more information about installing or removing the main battery see Changing the main battery on page 88 Connecting other external devices For more information on attaching the Slim Port Replicator an external monitor and other external USB compatible devices such as a keyboard and diskette drive see the Expansion Options chapter on page 92 Using the computer for the first time For informatio
145. tered trademarks and VirtualTech and SelectServ are trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc and or Toshiba Corporation CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online Inc Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation Wi Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics Inc SPANworks is a trademark of SPANworks USA All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www ciae org Contents Introduction sacsa cereta cele cadsanecued udentieetustetncad teammates 20 WANS UNO Gi ose thactiace ce aucerneraaseshesanierestvaaceeetedadees 20 Safety GON Sass cats epitlex ctnmclstsadace ence ceedeneseedacseectiee 21 Other icons used siz ooccccccacstcscsancetncesnaae nels 22 Other documentation cc icisrvicsconcscnccescsveatcedscupedsecees 22 Service Options sxscccssterecteanaresneneeeoreceaeearconneed neuen 23 Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around 000 24 Making sure you have everything ccceeeeee 24 Front with the display panel closed 00 25 L
146. tery recharging 79 recording adjusting quality 119 recording sounds 117 Recovery CDs 22 transferring application files 115 registering computer 52 remaining battery power 81 removing main battery 88 Restart command 120 restoring work 69 RGB monitor port 26 93 RTC battery See real time clock battery S safety icons 21 saving your work 64 screen blank 161 display 29 doesn t look normal flickers 162 screen saver mx 208 enabling 86 Search Engine 73 secondary control button 30 51 Secure Digital card 25 103 inserting 103 removing 103 using 102 Secure Digital card slot 25 security anti theft locking device 25 SelectServ 23 setting up computer 40 41 printer 52 Shut down using 122 Shut down command 120 simultaneous screens 98 Slim Port Replicator 93 network access 71 sound problem solving 165 sound system connecting external speakers 117 SPANworks 2000 115 speakers connecting external speakers 117 Standby command 121 130 Standby mode 121 hot key 181 starting a program 64 Startup menu problem solving 152 system indicator panel 30 31 System Setup 151 T taskbar customizing 105 toolbars 209 e displaying in a window 110 Toshiba Accessories Information 22 Internet Web sites 174 registering computer 52 worldwide offices 174 TOSHIBA Button Controls 142 TOSHIBA Console 140 TOSHIBA Console button 30 Toshiba Hardware Setup 146 TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 139 Toshiba online service
147. tery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet You can recharge the main battery many times 6 Mobile Computing if Running the computer on battery power In addition to the removable lithium polymer main battery the computer has an internal real time clock RTC battery This is a nickel metal hydride NiMH battery The RTC battery powers the RTC memory which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for up to a month while the computer is turned off To increase the length of time you can run the computer on battery power you can connect a second battery to the optional high capacity battery connector on the base of the computer Maximizing battery life A battery can be recharged many times Gradually over time it will lose its ability to hold a charge To maximize the life of your main battery Avoid leaving the computer plugged in and unused for more than a few hours Overcharging the main battery may shorten its life gt If you are not going to use the computer for a long time remove the main battery and the optional high capacity battery Alternate between main battery packs if you have a spare Make sure your computer is turned off or in Hibernation mode when you are replacing the main battery Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Using additional battery packs If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to wo
148. than main memory See also cache CPU cache L1 cache LAN local area network A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network liquid crystal display LCD A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels When an electric current passes through the electrodes the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it A filter over the electrodes permits only non polarized light to pass to the surface of the display creating light and dark pixels load To move information from a storage device such as a hard disk into memory for processing local area network See LAN logical drive A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive A system s logical drives may differ from its physical drives For example a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives M 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 i
149. the Tools tab Click the Check now button The Check Disk All Apps box appears 5 You can choose one or both options Automatically fix file system errors A Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 6 Click Start Error checking tests and repairs the disk Your hard disk seems very slow If you have been using your computer for some time your files may have become fragmented Run Disk Defragmenter To do this click Start then click All Programs point to Accessories and System Tools and click Disk Defragmenter 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 a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs If Something Goes Wrong 1 65 Resolving a hardware conflict A diskette will not go into the optional external diskette drive You may already have a diskette in the drive Make sure the drive is empty You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly Hold the diskette with the hub side facing down and insert it so that the metal head window cover goes into the drive first The metal cover or a loose label may be obs
150. the device Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device CAUTION Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them Disabling a device 1 Click Start Control Panel Administrative Tools 2 Click the Computer Management icon 3 Select the specific device from the device category 4 In the toolbar look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front This is the disable feature 5 Click the icon You are given the option of disabling the device 6 Click yes or no whichever is appropriate Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device Properties include the name of the manufacturer the type of device the drivers installed and the system resources assigned to the device 158 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To check a device s properties 1 2 3 4 Click Start Control Panel Administrative Tools Click the Computer Management icon Click the Device Manager button To view the device s installed double click the device type To view the properties double click the device The operating system displa
151. the error is not caused by the memory module Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cable or from the system batteries main battery optional high capacity battery and real time clock RTC battery Power problems are interrelated For example a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries Here are some typical problems and how to solve them The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cable Make sure the AC adapter and power cable are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer If the AC power light still does not come on check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance The AC adapter and power cable work correctly but the battery will not charge The battery doesn t charge while the computer is consuming full power Try turning off the computer 1 60 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The main 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 88 and Inserting a charged battery on page 89 for detailed instructions The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly If you think this is the probable cause let t
152. ting a new assignment 3 To remove the key assignment click Clear Hotkey utility The hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the hot key combination for Standby Fn F3 and Hibernation Fn F4 To activate the utility 1 Click Start then click Hotkey utility The Hotkey window appears Toshiba Utilities 1 30 Expansion device properties Toshiba Hotkey Vv Display a Standby confirmation message if Fn F3 is pushed Vv Display a Hibernation confirmation message if Fn F4 is pushed Cancel Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Puta check mark next to the desired option 3 Click OK Expansion device properties To adjust the settings for the optional Slim Port Replicator use the TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration utility Accessing Mobile Extension Service Configuration You can access the Mobile Extension Service Configuration utility in either of the following ways Click the TOSHIBA Console button and Slim Select Bay amp Docking icon Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 1 40 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration window appears TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration Mobile Extension Service Select the behaviors you want MV Eject PC and Sleep Service Sleep Mode Standby x IV Check WakeON Device P Parallel Port Check Notify Mes
153. to your network partition Some people use a combination of these methods backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to diskette on a daily basis If you have installed your own programs you should back up these programs as well as your data files If something goes wrong that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time Read the user s guides It s very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together 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 self help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals 1 12 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance If you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems you may need additional technical assistance This section contains the steps to take to ask for help Before you call Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first B
154. toring main battery power To recharge the RTC battery plug in the computer and leave it turned off for at least 24 hours z TECHNICAL NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC p battery because it charges while the computer is on If the RTC iA a battery is low the real time clock and calendar become slow or stop working When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged a warning prompts you to reset the real time clock Using a battery charger You can purchase an optional battery charger that recharges lithium polymer battery packs without requiring the use of your computer Use the battery charger to charge the optional high capacity battery and to charge spare main battery packs CAUTION Avoid leaving batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time Doing so may reduce the potential charge of a the battery Use only battery chargers designed to work with your computer and its batteries You can order a Toshiba battery charger through the accessories information sheet or Toshibas Web site at toshibaaccessories com Monitoring main battery power The computer s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery s current charge e No illumination means the main battery is not in use and the AC Adapter is not connected Mobile Computing 81 Monitoring main battery power Green means the main battery is fully charged
155. tructing the path into the drive Carefully inspect the diskette If the metal cover is loose replace the diskette If the label is loose replace the label and try inserting the diskette again The computer displays the Non system disk or disk error message If you are starting the computer from a diskette the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer Replace it with a bootable diskette The drive cannot read a diskette Try another diskette If you can access the second diskette the first diskette not the drive is probably causing the problem Run Error checking on the faulty diskette for instructions see Disk drive problems on page 163 Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer Adjust the volume control If you are using external headphones or speakers check that they are securely connected to your computer The computer emits a loud high pitched noise This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud Adjust the volume control 1 66 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the Recording Control Utility default Off or the Mute feature in the Mixer Utility default Enabled may cause feedback Revert to the default settings PC Card problems
156. ttery power Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power 9 Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window 10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Starting again from Standby To start up the computer from Standby mode press and release the power button until the on off light changes to green The computer returns to the screen you were using If you put the computer in Standby mode by closing the display panel you can start the computer again by opening the display panel Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs Together these allow you to ascertain certain system details set additional options or change default options These utilities are described in this chapter Fn esse Hotkey utility TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration TOSHIBA Console Fn esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba s Fn esse program provide quick ways to open programs documents and folders from within any program without using the Start menu This section describes how to use the Fn esse program to quickly access your programs and files 134 Toshiba Utilities 1 35 Fn esse With Fn esse you can assign an Fn key combination to K Open a Windows program K Open a
157. tware or process large amounts of data Additional memory comes in 256 MB modules One memory slot is available Getting Started 4 Setting up your computer To install a memory module 1 Turn the computer off CAUTION Do not try to install a memory module with the computer in Standby or Hibernation mode You can damage the computer and the module 2 Remove all cables connected to the computer Expansion memory slot cover Main battery module Base of the computer 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the main battery module 42 Getting Started Setting up your computer Removing the memory slot cover screws 4 Remove the two screws securing the expansion memory slot cover and store them in a safe place e NOTE Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver 5 Lift off the cover Inserting the memory module Getting Started 43 Setting up your computer 6 Align the connector on the memory module with the computer s connector and carefully press the module above the connector to ensure a solid connection CAUTION Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Press only the area above the connector Do not press on the electronic components Secure the memory model with the one screw that came with the memory mo
158. urn the display priority to its previous setting If you are using an external monitor Check that the monitor is turned on Check that the monitor s power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen 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 Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors To reduce the amount of flickering try using fewer colors To change the number of colors displayed 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button 2 Click Properties and then the Settings tab 3 Change the Colors option and click OK For more information see Windows Help If Something Goes Wrong 1 63 Resolving a hardware conflict A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the cu
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160. uter 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 the Windows XP Professional and Windows 2000 operating systems 198 P palette See color palette parallel Processes that occur simultaneously In communications it means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a time On some computers a parallel port provides a parallel communications interface between the computer and an appropriate device Compare serial password A unique string of characters which you enter to verify your identity to the computer or the network PC Card A credit card sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers PC Cards provide functions such as modem fax modem hard disk drive network adapter sound card or SCSI adapter peripheral Any device such as a printer or joystick that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer s CPU pixel Short for picture element The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer Plug and Play Generally refers to the computer s ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices When capitalized refe
161. ver may be down for temporary repair Try again later The Windows XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem To access Windows XP Help and Support 1 Click Start then click Help and Support The Help and Support window appears 2 Then do one or both of the following In the search field type in the topic on which you need help and follow the on screen instructions Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on screen instructions You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu 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 A list of category links appear If Something Goes Wrong 1 55 Resolving a hardware conflict 3 Click the Fixing a hardware problem 4 Choose from specific topics and follow the steps If there is still a problem the operating system should display a message that explains what the conflict is A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on the interaction of all devices progr
162. vice Provider ISP An ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection You can connect to the Internet by using a telephone and modem or through other higher speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines DSL cable and satellite links Learning the Basics 13 An overview of using the Internet Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet you need A modem A Web browser A telephone line An Internet Service Provider ISP account Microsoft s Web browser Internet Explorer is automatically configured on your system so that when you first start it it guides you through signing up for a new ISP account Once you have established an ISP account you can access the Internet 1 Connect your computer s modem to a telephone line 2 Have your modem dial the ISP s telephone number and establish a connection with the ISP s computer If you are using your computer at the office then you probably connect to the Internet through your company s 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 un
163. ways Use an external CD ROM drive gt Enhancing Productivity 1 1 D Exchanging data with another computer You can order a PORT Noteworthy PC Card CD ROM drive from Toshiba and install it in the PC Card slot on the right side of the computer Alternatively if you have a PC Card SCSI adapter you can use a SCSI CD ROM drive Connect to a network You can access your Recovery CD by connecting your notebook to the office network You then can upload the files on the CD from another computer with a CD ROM drive onto a network server and download the files onto your notebook Use the infrared port to connect your notebook to another computer that has a CD ROM drive Setting up a direct cable connection To establish a direct cable connection with another computer 1 Click Start All Programs 2 Point to Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard Click Next Select Set up an advanced connection Click Next Select Connect directly to another computer NA wu A U Choose the appropriate role for your computer Guest Host 8 Follow the on screen instructions Using SPANworks 2000 The SPANworks 2000 application offers enhanced communication between networked computers You can do 1 1 6 Enhancing Productivity Using audio features such things as transfer files between two computers broadcast a slide presentation simultaneously to several machines set up electronic bus
164. wer On Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer For information about taking care of your computer s main battery see Battery safety precautions on page 78 56 Getting Started Caring for your computer Cleaning the computer CAUTION Keep liquid including cleaning fluid out of the computers keyboard speaker grille and other openings Never gt spray cleaner directly onto the computer Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Ask your network administrator for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products Moving the computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure all disk activity has ended the drive in use light stops glowing and all external peripheral cables are disconnected Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable To secure the computer 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object Getting Started 5 Caring for your computer Pass the locking end through the loop 3 Insert the cable s lock
165. x 600 you can take advantage of this feature by changing the video mode in Display Properties in the Control Panel Using both screens simultaneously You can view information on the computer s built in display and an external monitor simultaneously The size of the display image on each screen depends upon the video mode To send information to both the built in display panel and the external monitor change the Power On Display option To do this using the hot key 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously 2 While holding down Fn press F5 repeatedly until you get the desired setting Expansion Options 99 Connecting a mouse or a printer This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order built in display only external monitor only and simultaneous display 3 Release the Fn key E HINT Simultaneous mode works only with external monitors that E support 800 x 600 resolution and higher Connecting a mouse or a printer For information on attaching a mouse or a printer see Connecting a mouse on page 44 or Connecting a printer on page 45 Using PC Cards You may insert one Type I card or one Type II card into the computer s PC Card slot This slot contains a spacekeeper insert to keep dust and dirt out of the computer If you are not using a PC Card leave the insert in place If you are using a PC Card remove the insert and keep it in a safe place for future use PC Cards are credit c
166. y AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 96 hours Life on Hibernation 24 days Running on batteries g Normal a Create copy Q High Power Presentation a Super Long Life v lt E Details About M Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar V Show Intel R SpeedStep TM Technology icon on the taskbar TOSHIBA Cancel Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Inthe Running on batteries area click the Details button Click the System Power Mode tab Select Hibernation for the options you want A w 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 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here K Kd Enhancing Productivity 1 27 Using Hibernation The Set the range window appears Set the range Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 Do one of the following Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only when you are using battery power Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power 9 Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window 10 Click the Hibernate tab then click the Enable hibernate support check box 11 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power
167. y while it is in your computer use the AC adapter to connect the computer to a live wall outlet With the computer off recharging the main battery takes up to six hours The main battery takes much longer to charge when the computer is on The main battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power Mobile Computing 19 Charging batteries The main battery light K Glows amber while the main battery is being charged C Glows green when the main battery is fully charged The main battery may not start charging immediately if The main battery is extremely hot or cold To ensure that the main battery charges to its full capacity wait until it reaches room temperature The main battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the main battery should begin charging after a few minutes HINT Once the main battery is fully charged we recommend you operate your computer on battery power until the main battery discharges completely Doing this extends the life of the main battery and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity Charging the RTC battery The RTC battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar During normal use the main battery keeps the RTC battery adequately charged Occasionally the RTC battery may lose its charge completely especially if you have had the computer turned off for a long time 80 Mobile Computing Moni
168. ys the Device Properties dialog box which provides an array of tabs They include The General tab which provides basic information about the device The Resource tab which lists resources assigned to the monitor optional external diskette disk drive and other power using functions The Drivers tab which displays the drivers being used by the device A Troubleshooting button is also present Click troubleshooting A Help and Support window for that device appears For more information about Device Manager refer to Windows XP online help Memory card problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device related It is worthwhile checking for these first 1 2 Click Start Turn off computer Click Turn Off The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically If Something Goes Wrong 1 DO Resolving a hardware conflict 3 Remove the memory module following the instructions in Removing a memory module on page 44 4 Reinstall the memory module following the instructions in Installing additional memory optional on page 40 and making sure the module is seated properly Check for the error again 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
169. ys use the proper procedure to power off the computer See Powering down the computer on page 119 TECHNICAL NOTE The operating system records information such as your desktop setup during its shutdown procedure If you don t let the operating system shut down details such as new icon positions may be lost 60 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Windows keys Function keys es F1 F2 F3 Fa F5 F F7 F8 F9 F10 F11_ F12 Prt Se S es Eg a AASA we I 3 m im T A T Bae ir amp l b E 6 7 8 BKS TEAN VA T ai T i ai e Ba ac si M S T om fee ew h lhe T v eT S a A pe Character keys Alt Alternate key Fn key L Numeric and Ctrl Control key cursor control overlay Sample parts of the keyboard Ctrl Fn and Alt keys Ctrl Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl Fn and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using For more information see your program documentation Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter except that The

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