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1. 233 GlOSSaIy sseeeeeeteetet tette tnnt tte nnntntantnns 239 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 Your system comes with either Windows XP Home or Windows XP Pro This user s guide contains information for both operating systems and how they function with your Toshiba computer For more specific information on the operating system see the Microsoft booklet that shipped with your computer This guide This guide introduces the computer s features You can Read the entire guide from beginning to end 4 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 the first few chapters to familiarize yourself 23 24 Safety icons with the components of the computer and how to turn it on After that seek out whatever interests you most Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries damage to your equipment or loss of data The safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk and the icons highlight these instructions as follows DANGER This icon indi
2. nnes 96 Using Standby sentes 98 Chapter 4 Mobile Computing 99 Toshiba s energy saver design 99 Managing power Usage 99 Running the computer on battery power 100 Using additional battery packs 100 Battery safety precautions es 100 18 Maximizing battery life 101 Charging batteries 101 Charging the main battery wu cscs 102 Charging the RTC battery sss 102 Monitoring battery DOWer enne 103 Determining remaining battery DOWer 103 Conserving battery DOWer en 104 What to do when the battery runs low 104 Changing the main battery ees 105 Removing the battery 106 Inserting a charged battery 107 Disposing of used batteries safely 107 ling cc 108 Chapter 5 Getting to Know Windows XP 109 Lesson 1 Exploring the desktop 110 Finding your way around the desktop 110 Windows XP file sy
3. 177 Using the WinDVD status Dar 178 Using the WinDVD control panel 178 Using the control panel playback buttons 179 Maximizing the video windOW 181 Using playlists sicco etie iet erte irte ier tegere este 182 Creating playlists ee 182 Loading and playing playlists 183 Resuming normal playback after using playlists 184 Customizing WinDVD e 184 Setting general properties 185 Setting audio properties en 186 Setting display properties wu ccs 188 Using WinDVD advanced features 189 Aero ag E B WE RN RT 193 ZOOM OB uester E 193 PANN DR 193 Adjusting the color balance 194 Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD 194 Getting seen 194 EXIBFIO WIDDWV D cocco e tret ceres 195 Chapter 9 If Something Goes Wrong 197 Problems that are easy to fiX 197 Problems when you turn on the computer 200 Windows XP problems ene 200 Using startup options to fix problems
4. 1 5 Exploring Your Options Using the Internet Getting started 1 Connect your computer s modem to a telephone line Z 2 TECHNICAL NOTE If you are using the telephone line at home disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem Call Waiting interrupts dala transmission Start your Web browser 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 local area network For more information see Connecting to a local area network on page 147 Using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features under these headings The Internet The World Wide Web Surfing the Internet Internet features Uploading and downloading files from the Internet For more information about the Internet see Lesson 3 Learning about the Internet on page 116 Exploring Your Options 1 53 Using 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 tog
5. The My Computer window opens T My Computer DEAR File Edt View Favorites Tools Help ay gt d JO search Folders Ez Files Stored on This Computer System Tasks TER WM View system information cJ Shared Documents Gad larry s Documents GS Add or remove programs E Change a setting Hard Disk Drives Other Places J ENS amp Lu S3A0820D000 C ue eil Local Disk D X My Network Places E My Documents e Shared Documents Devices with Removable Storage E Control Panel H Rd ft Ree Details J My Computer p Removable Disk F System Folder Sw veh lows XP Home Bdition Eyaluatioreapy Build 2526 start Desktop Right Click M E Control Panel P My Computer on me S a 0 Do a I Sample Desktop with the My Computer window open 1 1 O Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 3 Learning about the Internet E 6 Now click the Close button in the upper right corner of this window The My Computer window closes Lesson 3 Learning about the Internet This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a window and from the taskbar The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider ISP Opening a Web page from a window The most common way to open a Web page is by typing a Web address in the address line of the Web browser itself But you can also type a Web address in the My Computer window 1 On the desktop double click My Computer The My Computer window appears
6. Information on disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files 4 Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette email or download from the Internet Occasionally even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus You ll need a special program to check for viruses Ask your dealer to help you setting up your computer Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be charged before you can use it To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter See Connecting the AC adapter on page 54 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 Using the modem on page 88 Before starting to use your computer you may also want to Add more memory see Installing additional memory optional on page 48 4 Connect a mouse see Connecting a mouse on page 52 Connect a full size keyboard see Connecting a monitor keyboard and mouse on page 147 Connect an external monitor see Connecting a monitor keyboard and mouse on page 147 4 8 Getting Started Setting up your computer Connect a local printer see Connecting a printer on page 53 Install PC Cards see Using PC Cards on page 161 Installing additional memory optional Y
7. Quick Launch Sample toolbar locations The elements you can add to the top of the window are Toolbar element Description Address Bar Opens Web pages programs folders or documents By default the address bar shows your current location and whether it is a folder or a Web page You can browse to another location by typing an address a URL a path or even a program name If you start typing a previously typed address the AutoComplete feature finishes the address for you 1 4 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Toolbar element Description Standard buttons Displays buttons for commonly used commands such as copying pasting deleting items changing views and browsing backward and forward Quick Launch Opens your browser or email program or allows you to view channels or instantly bring your desktop to the front To add a new toolbar button drag the program icon to the Quick Launch tray Displaying a toolbar in a window 1 On the desktop double click My Computer The My Computer window appears 2 Onthe 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
8. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette This is one of the most important rules of computing You can never save your files too often NOTE Save your data even when you are using Standby mode in case the battery discharges before you return to work For more information about Standby and Hibernation see Powering down the computer on page 93 Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals such as every 15 minutes Check your program s documentation to see whether it has an automatic save feature PS To save a file you are updating open the program s File menu and click Save To save the current file with a new name choose Save As from the File menu type a name for the file and click OK d HINT To make another copy of the file you are currently working with choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name Learning the Basics 15 Printing your work File names Windows XP supports file names of up to 255 characters You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus the following characters _ amp 0 6G 9 L 3 and The names can include spaces Printing your work Make sure that the operating system is set up for your printer as described in Connecting a printer on page 53 TECHNICAL NOTE You only need to set up the pr
9. To access VirtualTech double click the VirtualTech icon located on your computer s desktop Following is a summary of the kinds of resources and tools VirtualTech has to offer A library of solutions to common computer problems These are arranged into easy to navigate topics like software hardware and the Internet A set of powerful support tools that can Retrieve hardware and software details whenever you need system configuration information Check and inform you of any updates whenever you go online To load an update click yes Run a detailed system report that harvests and compiles your system s hardware and software information This report is also accessible to Toshiba s InTouch Center technicians to reference when you place a call or send a question electronically Direct you to Ask IRIS Online Toshiba s instant response information service where you can ask questions and receive answers Send a message electronically with your questions directly to our InTouch Center A representative will address your situation and contact you lf Something Goes Wrong 223 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
10. 2 Onthe View menu point to Toolbars then click Address Bar The address bar indicates that you are in My Computer Address bar File Edit View Favorites Tools Help gt 7 P s Search lg Folders EJ Address W Files Stored on This Computer zx TT ipd Shared Documents cJ larry s Documents Hard Disk Drives amp a 53A0820D000 C ES s Local Disk D 3 My Network Places EQ My Documen ts Ey Shared Document ts Devices with Removable Storage G Control Panel My Computer ccm z ione System Folder ZS emovable Disk F Sample My Computer window Getting to Know Windows XP 1 1 Lesson 4 Creating a new document 3 In the address bar type http www toshiba com and then press Enter If you are connected to the Internet the Toshiba Web site appears Lesson 4 Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop then click the secondary button A shortcut menu of commands applicable to the desktop appears Click New then click Text Document An icon called New Text Document appears on the desktop with the icon name highlighted To give your document a meaningful name type New File txt and press Enter Double click the New File icon The new document opens in Notepad the text editor built into the Windows XP operating system 1 1 8 Gett
11. 201 Internet problems eene 202 Windows XP operating system can help you 202 Resolving a hardware conflict 203 A plan of action nnns 204 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own 204 Fixing a problem with Device Managger 206 Memory card problems eese 207 Power problems crore Erie nO ste 208 Keyboard problems ees 209 DiSDlay DIODIGITIS ecce etr tte titan 210 Disk drive problems sse 212 CD ROM DVD ROM drive problems 214 Sound system problems ee 215 PC Card problems ne 215 Printer problems nes 218 Modem problems e 219 Develop good computing habits 220 Using Virtual Tech sn 222 If you need further assistance 223 Before you CAII retenti tte SE 223 Contacting Toshiba e 224 22 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 225 Toshiba s worldwide offices 225 Appendix A Hot Keys eee 229 Appendix B Power Cable Connectors
12. 4 Add as many files as you wish to the playlist You must add the files in the order in which you want to play them To delete a file from the playlist select the file in the Selected files list then click Delete To delete the entire list and start over click Delete All 5 When you have finished creating your playlist click Save Playlist to save it You do not assign a name to the saved playlist as you can only save one playlist at a time After saving the playlist a confirmation dialog box appears 6 Click OK to close the confirmation dialog box then click OK to close the Playlist window Loading and playing playlists 1 Inthe Playlist window click File to display the saved playlist of files 2 Click Load Playlist to load the saved playlist After loading the playlist a confirmation dialog box appears 3 Click OK to close the confirmation dialog box then click OK to close the Playlist window The DVD begins to play the loaded playlist 1 8 WinDVD 2000 Customizing WinDVD Resuming normal playback after using playlists To resume playing the DVD files in order after using a playlist click the eject button to open the disc tray then close it again The DVD resumes normal playback Customizing WinDVD You can control several general WinDVD characteristics such as whether the toolbar and status bar are visible as well as numerous audio and display features You control these general audio and display f
13. Eject Help button Properties Web Expanded controls button Directional buttons Sample WinDVD control panel You can open a shortcut menu by positioning the cursor anywhere in the WinDVD window other than over the control panel then clicking the secondary button The shortcut menu contains the same features as the control panel plus the enable caption feature which displays captions for the hearing impaired You can also create a playlist to customize the order in which the DVD content plays see Using playlists on page 182 Once a DVD is playing the counter displays the current chapter and elapsed time in hours minutes seconds format From the WinDVD control panel you can open an expanded control panel by clicking the expanded controls button The expanded control panel contains several advanced features See Using WinDVD advanced features on page 189 for an explanation of these features Using the control panel playback buttons Once you have inserted a DVD and started WinDVD you are ready to play the disc Using the control panel you can play a DVD from the beginning or move to a desired location then begin playing 1 8 WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs Or use keyboard Click this To do this shortcut Repeat repeat the current None a chapter if the DVD contains chapters Otherwise this button repeats the DVD from the begin ning When the repeat button is activated the repeat symbol appears to the
14. Footrest Correct posture and positioning of the computer 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Whichever type you choose use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort 9 Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor If you are using a conventional chair Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips If necessary use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine If necessary use a cushion to provide extra back support Lower back support cushions are available at many office supply stores Sit with your back straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Do not slump forward or lean back too far Lighting Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and reduce eyestrain 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 Getting Start
15. HINT Empty the Recycle Bin periodically Even though an item is moved to the Recycle Bin it still uses valuable space on the hard disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin Lesson 13 Using System Restore The System Restore feature allows you to return your computer to the way it was configured on a specific date or time a restore point This is useful if you are reconfiguring your computer for new hardware or software In the event that your hardware or software causes your computer to malfunction you can remove the offending item s and restore the system to the state it was in at the preset time To open System Restore click Start point to All Programs Accessories System Tools and System Restore The System Restore Welcome screen appears g System Restore Welcome to System Restore You can use System Restore to undo harmful changes to your computer and restore its settings and performance System Restore returns your computer to an earlier time called a restore point without causing you to lose recent work such as saved documents e mail or history and Favorites lists Create a restore point Any changes that System Restore makes to your computer are completely reversible Your computer automatically creates restore points called system checkpoints but you can also use System Restore to create your own restore points This is useful if you are about to make a major change to your system
16. 2000 application you can use your notebook computer to hold an electronic meeting with other computers on the network You can do such things as transfer files between two computers broadcast a slide presentation simultaneously to several machines set up electronic business 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 the computers a To access SPAN works 2000 Ss 1 Double click the SPANworks icon on the desktop 2 Follow the instructions on your screen to set up a connection to the network 1 D Exploring Your Options Exploring video features SPANworks 2000 file utilities The central application of SPANworks 2000 is designed to enable data transfers among a group of computers without using wired connections You can transfer files browse authorized locations on other computers or synchronize data with other computers A record of each transaction is maintained in a list or archive so you know exactly what you sent to others or received from them TECHNICAL NOTE Toshiba recommends that you start the SPANworks 2000 application after closing all other A applications 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 Exploring video features Your
17. HINT The Character Map is a useful tool when you want to add a special character to a document Lesson 10 Changing the screensaver You can personalize the background area of your desktop with pictures patterns or colors The background is considered a property of your desktop This lesson will not only teach you how to personalize the background but will also introduce you to properties The Windows XP operating system treats all windows icons programs drives etc as self contained objects each with its own set of properties such as size position on screen and color Many of these properties can be customized to meet your particular needs and tastes DEFINITION An object is an independent block of data text or graphics that was created by an individual application This lesson introduces object properties by showing you how to change one of the properties of the desktop the screen saver This is a continuously changing pattern that appears on the screen during pauses in your work 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop then click the secondary button The desktop shortcut menu appears 1 30 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 10 Changing the screensaver 2 Click Properties The Display Properties dialog box opens Display Properties A Themes l Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Wait 10 minutes On resume passwor d protect Monitor power To adjust monito
18. Other Places G Control Panel Sy Scanners and Cameras G My Documents B My Pictures Mj My Computer Details Sample Printers window 2 Click Add a Printer The Add Printer Wizard starts Add Printer Wizard Welcome to the Add Printer Wizard This wizard helps you install a printer or make printer connections 2 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 Add Printer Wizard O 4 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 3 Click Next The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer z TECHNICAL NOTE If your printer is Plug and Play Windows XP recognizes it automatically You can ignore di the remainder of this section See your printer manual 4 Ifthe printer you are setting up 4 Is not connected to a network select Local printer attached to this computer Is connected to a network select A Network printer or a printer attached to another computer 5 Click Next The Add Printer Wizard looks for a plug and play printer If it does not locate one click Next to m
19. 1 Q WinDVD 2000 Exiting WinDVD Blank Page Chapter 9 if Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your notebook computer are relatively easy to identify and solve Others may require help from your dealer or the manufacturer of a software program This chapter aims to help you solve many problems yourself without needing additional assistance 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 Windows XP operating system or closing other programs 197 198 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix To close a program that has stopped responding 1 Press Cirl Alt and Del simultaneously once The Close Program dialog box appears This box lists all the programs and processes currently in operation 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 3 Close the remaining programs one
20. Starting a Dl OgIalm sssseee ettet 73 SAVING VOUF WOIK eene tnnc 74 Printing your WOTFK enne 19 Using diskettes senes 76 Inserting and removing diskettes 76 Caring for diskettes ee 7 Backing up your files T Copying to a diskette eeee 77 Using your CD or DVD drive ns 18 Drive components and control buttons 19 Inserting a CISC eeceseeessescssesesstseesesseseesssessenseseesteestnees 80 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD 63 Playing an audio CD see 04 moin 86 Removing ACIS m 06 Caring for CDs and DVDS ses 0 Setting up for communications 87 Using the modem ennnne O0 Using the LAN etn 89 Connecting your computer to a network 90 Accessing the Wi Fi Mini PCI Module 92 Powering down the computer ee 93 Turn off computer command 93 Hibernation command nes 93 Standby command eenetntntnnes 94 Using the Turn Off Computer command 95 Using Hibernation
21. Using the Ethernet LAN port If your computer has an integrated 10 100 Ethernet LAN port the operating system attempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP server when it starts 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 reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port To disable the LAN port 1 Click Start then click Control Panel 2 Double click the System icon click the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button 3 Select Intel Pro 100 VE Network Connection in Network Adapters 4 Click the Properties icon on the toolbar 5 Choose the Do not use this device disable option from the Device usage drop down 6 Click OK Your LAN port is now disabled To enable the LAN port 1 Click Start and then click Control Panel 02 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 2 Double click the System icon click the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button 3 SelectIntel Pro 100 VE Network Connection in Network Adapters 4 Click the Properties icon on the toolbar 5 Choose the Use this device enable check box 6 Click OK Your LAN port is now enabled Accessing the Wi Fi Mini PCI Module Your computer may come with an integrated Wi Fi Mini PCI Module When using it your computer may display a PC Card icon in the desktop s system tray to indicate that it is in use Do not confus
22. When this light is on pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase capital letter 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 white arrow printed on the left top of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the key For more information see Using the cursor control overlay on page 73 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 right front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key For more information see Using the numeric keypad overlay on page 72 36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Shortcut buttons Shortcut buttons allow you to automatically launch a chosen application If your computer is off you can press the shortcut button to turn on the computer and launch the browser automatically in one step e The Internet button is a shortcut button that launches your Internet Web browser Ed The second shortcut button is user programmable button available to launch custom applications Ed The third shortcut button is user programmable button available to launch custom applications System indicator panel if gt T T i AC power light On off light Battery light Hard disk Drive in
23. Your computer comes with WinDVD pre installed Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears To turn the volume down use the Volume Control program click Start point to All Programs Accessories uel and click Volume Control or Volume Control lal W WARNING Before playing a DVD turn the volume down 1 9 1 WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs 4 TECHNICAL NOTE You cannot play DVD movies on a TV L and on the LCD CRT at the same time Insert a DVD into the drive following the instructions in Inserting a disc on page 80 The computer automatically detects the disc in the drive and opens WinDVD If the autoplay feature is enabled the DVD automatically begins to play see Setting general properties on page 185 for information on enabling autoplay To open WinDVD manually 1 Click Start and point to All Programs 2 Point to InterVideo WinDVD then click InterVideo WinDVD Paving Dvds df InterVideo WinDVD MED MEGA C ALL o cunas chapter 00 Time 00 00 00 Time slider Playback speed slider Current chapter indicator Current time slot indicator Sample WinDVD video window with the control panel Using the WinDVD toolbar The WinDVD window contains a toolbar at the top and a status bar at the bottom If the toolbar or status bar does not appear you can display them by following the instructions in Setting general properties on page 185 The tool
24. compuler before trying to monitor the remaining power The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and perform calculations 1 Click Start and then click Control Panel Double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon the battery The Power Save Modes tab shows the current charge state of 10 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Z TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit 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 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 e 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 such as a PC Card Where you are working since operating time decreases at low temperatures What to do when the battery runs low When the battery runs low you have these options 9 hS Plug the computer into a live AC outlet and recharge the battery Replace the battery with a charged spare 1f you have one see Changing the main battery on
25. new documents 117 new folders 119 253 shortcuts Calculator 126 Character Map 127 critical battery alarm 105 Ctrl key 71 Current time 113 cursor control mode light 35 overlay 73 hot key 231 customizing computer settings 65 taskbar 142 window toolbars 144 D date and time 131 DC IN jack 29 desktop 110 background 110 choosing style and browsing options 143 removing objects 132 Web style 144 windows 122 123 124 determining remaining battery power 103 Device Manager check change device properties 206 configuration tool 206 disabling a device 206 device properties 206 dial up connection 91 Dial Up Networking Wizard 91 Digital Subscriber Lines DSL 149 Digital Versatile Discs 79 Direct Memory Access 205 disabling a device 206 disk activity light 37 disk error 213 diskette drive 76 problem solving 214 diskettes 76 care and handling 77 inserting and removing 76 display panel latch 28 57 display screen hot keys 231 options 231 problem solving 210 resolution 34 displaying folder information 146 DMA Direct Memory Access 205 documents creating new 117 drive access light 37 DVD ROM drive eject button 80 inserting a disc 80 playing CDs and DVDs 78 DVD ROM CD RW drive 78 DVDs 79 E ECP Extended Capabilities Port 30 email 154 emulating a full size keyboard 165 ergonomics 42 43 44 45 error messages 213 device driver conflict 203 disk error 200 general hardware problem 203 No
26. 2 port supports any PS 2 compatible keyboard it is in Standby mode you will not be able to use the pm NOTE If you connect a PS 2 keyboard to the computer while Jg keyboard when you turn the compuler on CAUTION When connecting any PS 2 device turn off your compuler to prevent any possible hardware damage Connecting a printer CAUTION Connecting the printer cable while the computer IS is on may damage the printer the computer or both Before connecting a printer you need to know whether it requires a serial or a parallel interface Check the printer s documentation If the printer can be switched between serial and parallel mode choose parallel because it is faster You also need a suitable printer cable which may come with your printer If not you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store NOTE If your printer is ECP or IEEE compliant make sure your printer cable is an IEEE 1284 cable D 4 Getting Started Setting up your computer The following instructions assume you have a parallel printer which is the most common type 1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer s parallel port p aa To the computer To the printer Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable 2 Plug the printer s power cable into a live AC outlet Refer to your printer documentation for additional configuration steps Connecting the AC adapter The A
27. 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 19 49PM Current time zone Pacific Daylight Time Sample Date Time Properties dialog box HINT To open the Date Time Properties dialog box more quickly either click the time display on the taskbar with the seconaary button then click Adjust Date Time or double click the time display d 3 Set the correct month year day and time 1 32 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 12 Removing objects from the desktop 4 Click the Time Zone tab and set your time zone 5 Click OK Continue with the next lesson to finish cleaning up the desktop Lesson 12 Removing objects from the desktop Earlier in this tutorial you created a new icon on the desktop Since everything you have done to this point has been just practice you may want to return the desktop back to its original uncluttered state This lesson explains how to remove objects from the desktop and introduces the Recycle Bin 1 Click the New Folder icon you created drag it until it is over the Recycle Bin icon and it changes color then release the primary button The icon disappears But with the Windows XP operating system it is not really gone It is merely set aside in the Recycle Bin so that you can restore or delete it later 2 Repeat step 1 for any other icons you created during this tutorial Each icon disappears as you drop it on the Recycle Bin 3 Double click the Recycle Bin icon The Recycle Bin wind
28. 6 Exploring Your Options 141 Windows XP special features 141 Personalizing your desktop s 142 CUSTOMIZING the taskbar ss 142 Personalizing individual WINGOWS 144 Adding a background to a window 144 Customizing window toolbars 144 Displaying information about each folder 146 Connecting a monitor keyboard and mouse 147 Connecting to a local area network 147 Accessing a LAN 147 Setting up the connection ee 148 Setting up a wireless connection 148 Exchanging data with another computer 148 Transferring files using a parallel port connection 148 Connecting to the Internet es 149 Making the physical connection 149 Signing up with an Internet Service Provider 151 Getting STAC coir RR 152 Using the Internet ne 152 The MEME eniti etat uuo 153 The World Wide Web e 153 SUITING the Internet n 153 Internet features eene 154 Uploading
29. Li ion battery pack that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet You can recharge it many times In addition to the removable main battery the computer has an internal real time clock RTC 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 Using additional battery packs If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work 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 Battery safety precautions 4 Never try to disassemble a battery pack 4 Never overcharge or reverse charge a battery Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could destroy it causing the release of toxic fumes 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 Mobile Computing 1 01 Charging batteries 4 Never incinerate a spent battery as this will cause it to explode and release toxic materials Ifa battery is leaking or damaged replace it immediately Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery 4 To replace the main battery use an identical battery that you can purchase through www toshibaaccessories com Maximi
30. R The modem port lets you use a modular phone cable to connect the built in modem directly to a standard telephone line For more information see Using the modem on page 88 The CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive allows you to install and run programs from application CD ROMs You can also use it to play audio CDs A DVD ROM drive also enables you to view DVD video presentations or play DVD movies With a CD RW drive you can also write files including music to a CD Recordable CD R or CD Rewritable CD RW disc A DVD ROM CD RW drive can perform all of the above functions The disc eject button enables you to eject a disc from the CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive The manual disc eject button enables you to manually eject a disc from the CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive when the power is off 32 Finding Your Way Around Left side Left side Security lock slot Cooling vents IL Rk OU CO Ol O m oh pH a q m H ee Mr eremE Mu PC Card lock PC Card slots PC Card eject buttons Wi Fi switch Wi Fi LED Volume control dial Battery lock for systems with optional Wi Fi TY The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional PORT Noteworthy computer lock to secure the computer to a large heavy object such as your desk The cooling vents prevent the computer s central processing unit CPU from overheating so tha
31. and downloading files from the Internet 154 Toshiba s online resources e 155 Conducting an electronic meeting 155 Exploring video features ee 156 Viewing presentations or DVD movies on a TV 156 Exploring audio features ee 158 20 Recording sounds cernens 158 Using a microphone 158 Adjusting recording quality 159 Using external speakers or headphones 160 Using PC Cards 161 PC Card supporting software 162 Inserting PC Cards sees 162 Removing PC Cards 164 actui e 164 Emulating a full size keyboard 165 Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities 167 disc RRRR 167 Starting FI esse sseeeenttettnnnn 168 Assigning a key to a program or document 169 Viewing existing key assignments 171 Changing or removing existing key assignments 171 Toshiba Hardware Setup 172 Toshiba Power Saver sene 174 Chapter 8 WINDVD 2000 e 1 5 Playing DVDs enn 175 Using the WinDVD toolbar
32. both computers Getting help 1 2 3 4 Click Start then Help and Support Click the Index icon on the toolbar In the dialog box type direct cable connection Follow the online guide instructions Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet you need 9 M d 9 M d 9 v 9 A modem one comes with your Satellite computer A telephone line DSL or cable connection A browser or communications program An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service Making the physical 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 link 19 Exploring Your Options Connecting to the Internet Using a modem If you re using a modem you connect the modem to one of the computer s COM communications ports The default setting for the modem is COM3 If you are having trouble connecting through the modem you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it Determining the COM Port To find out which port your modem is connected to 1 Click Start and then click Control Panel 2 Double click Phone and Modem Options The Phone and Modem Options dialog box appears 3 Click the Modems tab Your modem should be listed next to one of the computer s COM ports 4 Makea note of the COM port number 5 Click OK to close the dial
33. cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack The headphone jack requires a 16 ohm stereo mini jack Bm 3 Adjust the volume Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer s capabilities and usefulness You can purchase additional PC Cards from your dealer Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association standard Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of PC Cards Type I cards and Type II cards are typically used for memory storage network cards etc You can install up to two of these cards one in each slot Type I cards are used for removable hard disks and other functions that require a larger card You can install just one of these cards Check the documentation that came with the PC Card to see if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2 1 standard or later Other cards may work with your computer but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use 1 O Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software a set of programs that acts as a translator between the PC Card and the computer and that makes hot swapping switching cards while the computer is on possible The Windows XP operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your PC Card Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services you should
34. computer s video features include viewing Windows presentations or DVD movies either on the computer screen display panel or external monitor or on a television set Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television To view a DVD movie or Windows presentation in full screen mode on your TV 1 Connect a video cable to the TV out port on your computer 2 Change the display properties setting to 640 x 480 4 Right click anywhere on your desktop and select Properties The Display Properties dialog box appears Exploring Your Options 1 5 Exploring video features Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors Display 1 Multiple Monitors on Trident Video Accelerator CyberBlade XP Ail v Screen resolution Color quality a J Moe Highest 32 bit 1024 by 768 pixels nim fn Use this device as the primary monitor Ong Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Identify Troubleshoot Sample Display Properties dialog box Click the Settings tab Slide the Screen area slider bar toward Less until the setting reads 640 x 480 Click Apply then OK 3 Connect the other end of the video cable to your television 4 Press Fn and F5 three times consecutively The picture will automatically display on the TV screen If a movie is already playing turn it off and r
35. connect an external monaural microphone or other audio input device 30 Finding Your Way Around Back Q The 3 5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio output devices such as external speakers Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers The parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel device including ECP compatible devices DEFINITION ECP Extended Capabilities Port is a parallel port standard for PCs that support bi directional communication between the PC and attached devices such as a printer Use the serial port to connect a serial mouse serial printer or other serial device The monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor The USB Universal Serial Bus ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer such as a keyboard pointing device printer or monitor DEFINITION USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps USB peripherals have a single standard for cables and connectors The USB standard allows you to install and remove USB devices while the computer is on Switching devices without turning off the computer is called hot swapping Finding Your Way Around 31 Right side Right side Modem port CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive Disc eject button Manual disc eject button
36. 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 203 Card Information Structure When you insert a PC Card into a slot the computer attempts to determine the type of card and resources it requires by reading its Card Information Structure CIS Sometimes the CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately 211 O If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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 the operating system does not have built in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with a Windows XP driver it may not work under your operating system Contact the manufacturer of the I PC Card for information about using the card under the Windows XP operating system PC Card checklist Make sure the card 1s inserted properly into the slot 9 See Using PC Cards on page 161 for how to insert PC Cards Make sure all cables are securely conne
37. in Saving your work on page 74 4 Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape 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 documentation 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 documentation 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 222 If Something Goes Wrong Using VirtualTech Using VirtualTech VirtualTech is a suite of innovative support resources and tools installed on your computer VirtualTech will make your computing experience easier and more fulfilling by assisting you when you have questions run into problems or need help with your computer or programs
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39. is 60 seconds 4 When you have finished recording click the Stop button 5 To hear what you just recorded click the Play button 6 Tosave the file select Save from the File menu Adjusting recording quality 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 Preferred device and Preferred quality 4 Click OK 1 O Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Your new settings take effect the next time you record Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers Instead of using the internal speakers you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers TECHNICAL NOTE Use amplified speakers that require an external power source Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer Exploring Your Options 1 61 Using PC Cards To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer To locate the headphone jack see Left side on page 32 2 Using any necessary adapters plug the
40. left of the chapter number on the control panel counter The DVD continues to repeat until you click the repeat button again and the repeat sym bol no longer displays on the control panel Eject open the DVD ROM E drive disc tray Pause temporarily stop play Spacebar ing a DVD be Play start playing a DVD Spacebar m Step move forward through None the DVD one frame at a time Each time you click this button the DVD moves forward one frame EE Stop cease playing a DVD End After stopping the DVD click the play button to resume play ing the DVD WinDVD 2000 1 01 Playing DVDs Or use keyboard Click this To do this shortcut Fast reverse move quickly R backward through the DVD con tent When you reach the desired location click the play button to resume playing the DVD i Previous move to the begin PgUp ning of the previous chapter and resume playing the DVD E Next move to the next chap PgDn ter and resume playing the DVD Fast forward move quickly F forward through the DVD con tent When you reach the desired location click the play button to resume playing the DVD F E Time move to a specific time None slot then click the play button to play the DVD from the selected location Maximizing the video window To close the WinDVD control panel and expand the video window to fill the screen click the Maximize button T
41. less time and battery power than restarting from Shut down or Hibernation Learning the Basics O5 Powering down the computer When starting up again the computer returns to the state in which you left it and opens 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 first TECHNICAL NOTE Before using any of these methods to power down your compuler save your files and make sure the drive in use light is off If you change your mind and decide to continue working alter all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again Using the Turn Off Computer command To power down the computer using the Turn off computer command click Start Turn Off Computer then click Turn Off Turn off computer Stand By Turn Off Restart Cancel Sample Shut Down Windows dialog box The computer turns itself off 06 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Shutting down more quickly You can also shut down the computer by pressing the power button or closing the display panel To use either of these methods you first need to turn on the feature in the Power Saver utility 1 Open the Start menu then click Control Panel 2 Inthe Control Panel window double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The Power Saver Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the Detail
42. letters To use the cursor control keys when the numeric overlay is on press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control keys To return to the numeric overlay release Shift Using the cursor control overlay T To turn the cursor control overlay on and off press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters To use the numeric overlay keys when the cursor control overlay is on hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys To return to the cursor control overlay release Shift 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 four options You can Double click the icon for the program on your desktop 4 Use the Start menu 14 Learning the Basics Saving your work Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the program file 4 Use the Run dialog box The Windows XP tutorial chapter gives step by step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu See Lesson 6 Starting programs on page 120
43. of the built in display panel to match the resolution of the external display device Simultaneous mode works only with external monitors that support 640 X 480 resolution and higher Z Pressing Fn and F5 three times consecutively sends a signal to the television To start the movie press the Play pause button on the front of the computer For more information about the Play pause button see Front panel controls on page 37 Keyboard hot keys Fn This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off Fn This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off 232 Blank Page Appendix B Power Cable Connectors The Satellite 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 s n UL approved d CSA approved BS approved Australia Europe VDA approved AS approved NEMKO approved 239 234 Blank Page Glossary Z Acronyms TECHNICAL NOTE Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer The following acronyms may appear in this user s guide AC BIOS bps CD CD ROM CD RW CMOS COMI COM2 CPU DC alternating current basic input output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read only memory compact disc rewrit
44. 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 tm 239 byte A sequence of eight bits A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data See also bit gigabyte kilobyte megabyte cache A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer s main memory See also CPU cache 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 circ
45. printer is connected to a working power outlet turned on and ready on line lf Something Goes Wrong 21 Q Resolving a hardware conflict Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer If your printer is ECP or IEEE 1284 compliant make sure you have an IEEE 1284 printer cable 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 Run the printer s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer driver as shown in Connecting a printer on page 53 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 Contact your network administrator if the printer is on your office network 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 Modem problems This section lists common modem problems The modem will not receive or transmit properly Make sure the RJ11 cable the one that goes from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer s m
46. provide this information upon request Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it 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 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 America Information Systems Inc or an authorized representative of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc 6 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 Pr
47. setting selected by a program when the user does not 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 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 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 tom 241 disk drive The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk It rotates the disk at high spee
48. source even though the computer is off to fully charge the main battery With the computer off it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery Guidelines for turning off the computer 4 If you have work in progress and aren t connected to a network use the Windows Standby command to save your system settings to memory so that when you turn on the computer again you automatically return to where you left off See Standby command on page 94 for more information NOTE Save your data when you are using Standby mode If the battery discharges fully your information Will be lost For more information about Standby mode see Using diskettes on page 76 To leave the computer off for a longer period use the Windows Turn Off Computer command Alternatively use Hibernation to save the system settings to the hard disk For more information see Powering down the computer on page 93 4 Never turn off the power while a disk light on the system indicator panel is on Doing so may damage your hard disk diskette drive CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive Getting Started 6 Caring for your computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer For information about taking care of your computer s battery see Running the computer on battery power on page 100 Cleaning the computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel an
49. that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized When using this device in combination with Wireless LAN Outdoor Antenna products a certain 9 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 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
50. the clear X button on the lower left corner of the numeric keypad T d T T 1 WinDVD 2000 1 01 Using WinDVD advanced features Or use keyboard Use this To do this shortcut Menu button displays all None available menus for the current DVD Examples of menus are Root Audio Language Subtitles Use your mouse or the control panel directional buttons to select a menu Click Resume to resume DVD playback TPh Chapter button displaysa C list of all the chapters in the E current DVD Select the chapter you want to play or use the numeric keypad to enter the chapter number Em Title button displays a list T of all the titles on the current 3 DVD Click the title you want to play w ay Audio tracks displays alist A of all the audio track options This feature is most commonly used with multi language content to change the spoken heard language This button is enabled only when the DVD supports dynamic audio track changes 1 Q WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Or use keyboard Use this To do this shortcut Subtitles displays a list of S jm 4 all the available language subtitles This button is enabled only for DVD content that includes subtitles and supports dynamic subtitle information changes Select the desired language or select Default to display subtitles in the DVD s default language Camera angles displaysa G EIS list of all the av
51. use light drive access light The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an AC power source v The on off light glows green when the computer is on or when the computer is off and the CD DVD Media Player power switch is used The battery light indicates the main battery s current charge It 0 9 4 Glows green when the battery is fully charged 9 Glows amber while the battery is being charged 9 h S Flashes amber when the charge reaches the critical battery level normally 2 percent Does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is completely discharged Finding Your Way Around 3 Front with the display open MALO The hard disk drive access light flashes green when the hard disk drive is being accessed The drive in use light flashes green when the diskette drive or the CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive is being accessed CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any of the drives are in use Doing so may result in loss of data Front panel controls CD DVD Media Player power switch P gt il Previous track button Next track button Play pause button Stop eject button Use the CD DVD Media Player power switch to play CDs and DVDs The previous track button returns to the beginning of the preceding track for CDs or chapter for DVDs on the disc The play pause button starts playing the current trac
52. you to set the user password and an owner string Device Config Shows the Device configuration options 4 Parallel Printer Allows you to configure the parallel port default settings Pointing Devices Allows you to use both the TouchPad and external pointing devices together or to have the system auto select one Toshiba Utilities 1 13 Toshiba Hardware Setup Display Allows you to change various default settings for the built in LCD display CPU Allows you to enable or disable accessing the processor s serial number Boot Priority Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system Keyboard Allows you to configure an external keyboard to emulate the Fn function key USB Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation LAN Allows you to set networking functions Hardware Alarm Allows you to select notification settings for low battery and panel close and to adjust the alarm volume By changing any of the options that appear in the dialog boxes and clicking Apply you can reconfigure that function Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system 1 4 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Power Saver Toshiba Power Saver Toshiba Power Saver enhances your computer s power management capabilities The Power Save Modes tab contains a series of settings for power management You can change which mode y
53. 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 L2 level two cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory See also cache CPU cache LI 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 par
54. 0 buttons 201 252 e CD Player 37 84 85 CD DVD controls 79 DVD ROM drive eject 80 Restore 124 speaker volume control 85 C caps lock light 35 Card and Socket Services 162 care and handling compact discs 87 diskettes 77 your computer 67 CD Player next track button 38 84 85 play pause button 37 84 previous track button 37 84 85 stop eject button 37 84 CD Player control panel 85 CD DVD control buttons 79 stop eject 81 CD ROM drive 31 78 manual eject button 81 problem solving 214 CD ROMs using 78 CDs care and handling 87 problem solving 215 charging 56 main battery 102 RTC 103 checking device properties 206 CIS Card Information Structure 215 closing programs 125 COM port 150 modem connection 150 comfort arms and wrists 45 lighting 44 seating and posture 43 work habits 45 commands Hibernation 93 Shut down 93 Standby 94 communications cable free 29 network connection 147 ports 150 setting up 87 compact discs care and handling 87 computer 69 cleaning 67 customizing settings 65 moving 67 placement 41 43 powering on 57 setting up 60 transferring information 148 turning off 93 95 96 98 using at the office 147 computing tips 220 connecting external monitor 147 external speakers 161 headphones 161 microphone 158 mouse 52 to a network 90 conserving battery power 104 contacting Toshiba 224 cooling vents CPU 32 copying files to a diskette 77 CPU 204 creating
55. 1 Double click My Computer The My Computer window opens 2 Open the folder you want to view as a Web page 3 Onthe Tools menu select Folder Options 4 Make the selections on the View tab then click OK Exploring Your Options 1 4f Connecting a monitor keyboard and mouse Connecting a monitor keyboard and mouse ec By connecting an external monitor external full size keyboard and a mouse you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer To connect a television to your computer you must first purchase a video cable You can connect an external monitor to the monitor port For more information see Back on page 29 You can connect an external USB compatible keyboard and a USB compatible mouse to one of the USB ports For more information about connecting a mouse see Connecting a mouse on page 52 Connecting to a local area network You can connect your computer to a Local Area Network LAN at work or from a remote location Accessing a LAN To access a LAN 4 At the office If your computer has an integrated 10 100 Ethernet port you can connect the network Ethernet cable to the LAN RJ45 port on your computer Your computer may also be equipped for wireless communications For specific information consult your network administrator 4 From home or while on the road You ll need a dial up connection Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network Expl
56. 2 Windows XP Home Edition Evaluation copy Build 2526 2 UM 4 amp L X 10 44 PM otart button Taskbar oystem tray Sample desktop Getting to Know Windows XP 1 1 1 Lesson 1 Exploring the desktop Icons An icon represents a folder file or program that can be quickly activated by double clicking the icon You can create a new desktop icon for any folder file or program by dragging the element s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area The icons initially displayed on your Windows XP desktop include My Documents Provides a convenient place to store documents graphics or other files you want to access quickly My Computer Shows the file system for your computer and the network if any Recycle Bin Holds files you ve deleted using the Windows Explorer You may retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin TECHNICAL NOTE If you delete a file from a diskette it does not go into the Recycle Bin For more information on the Recycle Bin see Windows Help Internet Explorer The Microsoft browser that provides access to the Internet Toshiba Virtual Tech A Toshiba utility to help answer technical questions and troubleshoot system problems For more information about Virtual Tech see Using VirtualTech on page 222 Toshiba Great Software Offer A service provided by Toshiba that offers additional software to you 1 1 2 Getting to Know Window
57. 3 Click the Hibernate tab and then click the Enable hibernate support checkbox 4 Click Apply 5 Click OK then close the Control Panel Starting again from Hibernation To start the computer from Hibernation press the power button The computer returns to the screen you were using 98 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Using Standby To power down the computer using the Standby command click Start Turn Off Computer then select Stand by The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to memory turns off the display and goes into a low power mode The on off light blinks amber to indicate the machine is in Standby mode Going into Standby more quickly You can also put the computer into Standby by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel To use either of these methods you first need to enable the feature in the Power Saver utility 1 Open the Start menu then click Control Panel 2 Inthe Control Panel window double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The Power Saver Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the Details button then the System Power Mode tab and select the options you want from the drop down lists 4 Click Apply 5 Click OK then close the Control Panel Starting again from Standby To start the computer from Standby press the power button The computer returns to the screen you were using If you put the computer in Standby by closing t
58. 30 port 30 monitoring battery power 103 mouse 52 connecting 52 PS 2 52 USB 52 My Computer 73 111 My Documents 111 naming files 75 network accessing 147 connecting to 90 dial up connection 91 Dial Up Networking Wizard 147 Notepad 117 numeric mode light 35 numeric overlay 35 72 hot key 231 0 on off light 36 opening a Web page 116 operating system 109 optional devices battery pack 100 overlay keys 72 cursor control 73 numeric 72 P Paint program 121 parallel port 30 parallel printer 30 password security hot key 229 PC Card Card and Socket Services 162 eject buttons 32 enablers 216 inserting 162 problem solving 215 216 217 removing 164 replacing 164 slots 32 Type I Type IL or Type III 32 using 161 PCMCIA 32 PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association 161 playing CDs and DVDs 81 Plug and Play 205 pointing device TouchPad II 35 PORT Noteworthy Computer Lock 32 ports communication 150 external monitor 30 infrared 29 LAN 29 modem 31 parallel 30 S video out 29 USB 30 power alarm 105 button 35 cable connectors 233 DC IN jack 29 on off 35 57 problem solving 208 usage mode 99 power down options me 257 Hibernation 93 96 Shut down 93 95 Standby 93 98 power off guidelines 66 Power Options utility 96 199 Power usage mode 99 113 power on display hot key 231 precautions 46 presentations viewing on television set 156 printer Add Printer Wizard 62 connecting
59. 5 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact 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 6B The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C 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
60. 53 problem solving 218 219 selecting mode 53 printing your work 75 problem prevention 220 solving 197 209 215 program starting 73 programs Web browsers 153 PS 2 external keyboard 29 mouse 29 52 port 29 Q Quick Start card 27 R real time clock battery 100 103 recording adjusting quality 159 sounds 158 Recycle Bin 111 132 region code 185 removing diskettes 76 objects from the desktop 132 PC Cards 164 the battery 106 resolving hardware conflicts 203 204 205 restarting the computer from Hibernation 97 from Shut down 96 from Standby 98 Restore button 124 RIC real time clock battery 100 RTC battery 103 recharging 103 S Safe mode 201 safety precautions 46 battery 100 disposal 107 saving your work 74 ScanDisk 212 screen problem solving 210 resolution 34 scroll lock hot key 231 SCSI Small Computer Systems Interface 165 Search Engine 153 security instant password hot key 229 lock slot 32 locking cable 68 PORT Noteworthy Computer Cable Lock 68 PORT Noteworthy Computer Lock 32 SelectServ 26 258 e setting the date and time 131 setting up computer 60 61 printer 62 software 60 work environment 42 setting up your computer 47 settings customizing the computer 65 shortcut tray 110 shortcuts creating 126 Shut down 93 95 quick 96 restarting 93 96 software setting up 60 sound wav files 158 problem solving 215 SPANworks 155 speakers external 161 jack 30 volume
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62. C adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer s batteries A status light on the AC adapter glows when the device is in use AC adapter and power cable Getting Started 55 Setting up your computer To connect AC power to the computer 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the computer s DC IN jack Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to a live AC outlet C If the battery is being charged the battery light on the status panel glows amber Once the battery is fully charged the battery light remains on and glows green DANGER To avoid electric shock never modify forcibly bend damage place heavy objects on top of or apply heat to the power cable If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats discontinue use Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands CAUTION Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet 56 Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you can use the battery to power the computer you must charge it Connect the computer to a live AC outlet using the AC adapter and power cable The battery light on the status panel glows amber to show that the
63. Help Menu Sample Paint program open on the desktop Getting to Know Windows XP 1 211 Lesson 6 Starting programs 3 To open the second program click Start then click All Programs 4 Pointto Accessories then click Windows Explorer Windows Explorer provides access to all your computer s resources For example it lets you see all the files in a particular folder on the computer s hard disk asc BIO My Documents File Edit View Favorites Tools Help I 7 J search lig Folders E x NN ry My Music 7 My Pictures m Gal SPAN Inbox M XP Screens 9 My Computer 3 My Network Places Recycle Bin lows XP HomesEdition Eyattiationeopy Build 2526 Sample Windows Explorer open on the desktop Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it one for Paint and one for Windows Explorer 5 Click the Paint button on the taskbar The Paint program is displayed on the desktop The Windows XP Edition operating system places the active window on top of other windows on the desktop unless you have selected a different display option You can move back and forth between the two programs by clicking each button alternately 1 22 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 7 Resizing repositioning and hiding windows Lesson Resizing repositioning and hiding windows If you have followed the lessons in this chapter you now have a screen cluttered with several program windows Fortunately it is easy to crea
64. J11 jack port at the same time as either playing audio or connecting to the internet via a modem Audio quality may be reduced and the modem connection may be slower or disrupted E NOTE It is recommended that you do not use the infrared TECHNICAL NOTE Disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem Call Waiting interrupts data transmission 1 Attach one end of a standard telephone cable to the computer s modem port Connecting the modem Learning the Basics 89 Setting up for communications 2 Attach the other end of the telephone cable to the modular jack of a standard voice grade telephone line CAUTION Never connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem Using the LAN If your system has an integrated 10 100 Ethernet LAN port you can have your network administrator configure your computer for the network and supply you an available network connection point ens 1 Attach one end of a standard LAN cable to the computer s id RJ45 LAN port Connecting the network port 2 Attach the other end of the LAN cable to your network connection point 90 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications Using a wireless connection Gy NOTE Using this functionality requires an optional Wi Fi module If you do not have a Wi Fi module installed you will need to connect using a PC Card device For information on h
65. Satellite 1800 1805 Series User s Guide If you need assistance 4 VirtualTech M e support tool Double click the desktop icon or visit the Web site http virtualtech answerteam com 4 InTouch Center Calling within the United States 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 For more information see Chapter 9 on page 197 in this guide TOSHIBA C6601 0901M1 2 Model Satellite 1800 1805 Series 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 ag
66. a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and 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 1s connected I e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached 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 parallel port video jack USB ports PS 2 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 Gi This device complies with Part 1
67. ad 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 21 0 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict You have connected an external keyboard and you get 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 Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard You may have plugged the external PS 2 keyboard in while the computer was turned on Using the TouchPad click Start then click Turn Off Computer In the Shut down Windows dialog box select Restart and click OK The computer will restart and recognize the device The keyboard locks and the computer will not restart Make sure the power is on and press the Turn Off Computer button Then press the power button again to turn on the computer Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions The display is blank Display Auto Off may have gone into effect Press any key to activate the screen You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously If you have registered a password press Enter type your password then press Enter If no password is registered press Enter The
68. ailable camera angles Due to differences in the DVD mastering process some multi angle views may not function properly Hey Bookmark save an None unlimited number of locations on the DVD for quick reference On the bookmark shortcut menu click Add to open the Add Bookmark dialog box Type a bookmark name then click OK The bookmark name appears on the bookmark shortcut menu Click the bookmark name to go to that location on the DVD Click Delete All to delete all bookmarks WinDVD 2000 1 03 Using WinDVD advanced features Zooming in You can zoom in on an area of the WinDVD video window to get a closer look E 1 Click the Zoom button located in the upper left corner of the directional button panel 2 Position the cursor over the top left corner of the area you want to view in close up 3 Hold the primary button and drag the cursor to the bottom right corner of the area you want to view in close up A dotted rectangle appears around the area you wish to view 4 Release the primary button WinDVD automatically fills the window with the selected area Zooming out To return the video to normal size click the zoom button The video also returns to normal size when you reach the zoom limit Panning Once you are zoomed in on an area of the WinDVD video window you can move the zoom window location using the pan feature 1 With the video window in zoom mode click the pan button located in the lower ri
69. ainst possible failures alteration or loss of the data IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE FAILURE 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 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
70. ange of 41 degrees to 95 degrees Fahrenheit 5 degrees to 35 degrees Celsius and 20 to 80 non condensing humidity Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers But with a little care and proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day 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 43 Selecting a place to work Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress related injuries 4 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 to look at the screen without slouching 4 If you are using an external monitor the top of the screen should be no higher than eye level 4 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 Below eye level m dep Approximately 90 degree angles J J g g
71. anually select the printer 6 Select the port settings according to the instructions in your printer s documentation and the port to which your printer is connected then click Next The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a friendly printer name 7 From the list of manufacturers and printers select your printer then click Next 8 Enter a name for your printer or accept the default name as it is entered HINT If you are using more than one printer make sure the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference 9 Click Next You are prompted to print a test page Getting Started 65 Using the computer for the first time 10 If your printer is connected and turned on click Yes to print a test page To complete the setup procedure without printing a test page click No then click Next 11 Click Finish You are now ready to print Customizing your computer s settings There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements Refer to your Windows documentation or online Help for details You may also wish to customize your power usage settings See Managing power usage on page 99 66 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer It s a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while If you are using the computer for the first time leave the computer plugged into a power
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73. atellite Noteworthy and Fn Esse are registered trademarks Ask IRIS Online SelectServ VirtualTech FreedomWare are trademarks and InTouch is a service mark of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc and or Toshiba Corporation Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online Inc Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Inc LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software Inc Microsoft Windows Windows Millennium Edition Windows XP Windows XP Pro DirectX Active Desktop and DirectShow are registered trademarks and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation PS 2 and Wake on LAN are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation RingCentral is a registered trademark of Ring Zero Systems Inc Soundblaster Pro is a registered trademark of Creative Labs Inc SPANworks 2000 is a trademark of SPANworks U S A Wi Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo Inc TouchPad isa registered trademark of Synaptics 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 Electroni
74. ation icon appears on your desktop as a reminder to register later To register your computer double click the Registration icon on your desktop and follow the instructions 62 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once you have registered your computer you don t need to register again NOTE If you skip the registration the first time you start your computer a weekly reminder screen will appear a few times to prompt you to do SO Setting up a printer If you started your computer with a printer connected and turned on it may have been detected automatically Plug and Play If this is not the case then you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual or by using the Windows XP Add Printer Wizard If you plan to set up a printer later click Cancel Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard 1 Click the Start button then click Control Panel and double click Printers and Faxes Getting Started 63 Using the computer for the first time The Printers and Faxes window appears S Printers and Faxes File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Q sxx M QJ Ei Ka Search gt gt Folders E Printer Tasks A E Add a printer Z Set up Faxing See Also 2 Troubleshoot printing Get help with printing
75. bar contains basic DVD playback controls Pause the pointer over a button to display its definition The toolbar also contains an adjustment button see Adjusting the color balance on page 194 for more information WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs Using the WinDVD status bar The time slider enables you to rapidly move forward or backward in the DVD content Move the time slider to the left to move backward or move it to the right to move forward The current time slot is indicated on the right side of the status bar The playback speed slider enables you to control the speed at which the DVD plays Move the slider to the left to slow the playback speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster Placing the slider in the center plays the DVD at normal speed and enables the audio The audio is automatically muted at any other playback speed The current chapter indicator displays the DVD chapter that is currently playing Using the WinDVD control panel The WinDVD control panel resembles the control panel of a standard home DVD player TECHNICAL NOTE The DVD author determines which features the DVD supports Depending on the DVD format and the computers hardware configuration some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD Unsupported features appear gray and you cannot select them WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs 1 19 Bookmarks Playlist Time slider Counter EX Audio volume controls
76. battery is charging Once the computer is connected to a power outlet you can charge the battery with the computer turned off or on It takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on The battery may not charge if several applications are open simultaneously and are using all the computer s resources For more information on battery use see Running the computer on battery power on page 100 CAUTION Once the battery is charged for the first time avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery Getting Started 5 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to the right then lift the display panel Opening the display panel CAUTION Be careful not to force the display panel open beyond the point where it moves easily Never lift or move the computer by grasping the display panel Turning on the power 1 Make sure the diskette drive is empty 2 If you have a printer connected to your computer turn the printer on and wait until it indicates that it is ready on line 3 Press and hold down the power button D 8 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Turning on the computer The on off light o
77. ble with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS radio technology and is compliant to The IEEE 802 11 Standard on Wireless LANs Revision B as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers 4 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 9 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 perc
78. by one by selecting the program name and clicking End Task CAUTION Pressing Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously twice to restart your computer is not recommended By closing all open programs before shutting down the operating system you ensure that all data is saved 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 displayed text 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 If Something Goes Wrong 1 OO Problems that are easy to fix 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad 5 Adda paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message 6 Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer You open a program that immediately stops responding If Standby mode is on enabled it may stop a program from responding Close the program you are trying to open and turn off Standby mode Then try to run the program again To close the program Press Ctrl Alt and Del sim
79. c Industries Alliance at WWW eiae org Contents Introduction wesscseacet a eereers ste aes teem 23 lius 23 Safety COR ttti 24 Other icons used sssseentntnnes 25 Other documentation nes 25 Service ODLIOTIS eeeeeee retentis 26 Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around 2 Making sure you have everything 2 Front with the display closed 20 BaCK GR 29 RIONE SMOG euscisetbxetetet esp iniisa UM EDU MM EIE 31 EGIES UB eee ern m DEI MM EE 32 Front with the display open s es 34 AlS DANO Penne eme tinci mestrottieess 35 Shortcut buttons ssenes 36 System indicator panel eee 36 Front panel controls 3 CD DVD Media Player power switch 38 BINNEN OE 40 16 Chapter 2 Getting Started sss 41 Selecting a place to work ee 41 Creating a computer friendly environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions NER 46 Setting up your compulter eennne 47 Installing additional memory optional 48 Removing a memory module 50 Co
80. cates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury If the safety instruction is not observed could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not WARNING This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that W observed CAUTION This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in damage to equioment or property if the safety instruction is not observed a NOTE This icon indicates information that relates to the safe operation of the equioment or related items Gi C1 Other documentation 2 Other icons used Z Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information TECHNICAL NOTE This icon highlights technical information about the unit HINT This icon denotes helpful hints and tips EH DEFINITION This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text A Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation in addition to this user s guide WS An electronic version of the user s guide Look for the user s guide icon on your desktop or in the DOCS folder on the C drive 9 Sd Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery and Configuration Builder CD 9 Toshiba accessories information which lists accessories available from Toshiba and explains how to or
81. ccess all taskbar options point to an empty space in the taskbar and click the secondary button to customize your setting Personalizing your desktop Choosing folder options Exploring Your Options 143 To select a desktop style and browsing option 1 On the desktop double click My Computer The My Computer window appears 2 On the Tools menu click Folder Options The Folder Options dialog box appears Folder Options General View File Types Tasks Browse folders Click items as follows Open each folder in its own window O Single click to open Inderlini icon ttig I is iub apy U tune T ICI A nderline icon tilles oni 9 Open each folder in the same window an item point to select tles can tent with my Drowset Double click to open an item single click to select Restore Defaults point at them Sample Folder options Sool 3 Click the style you want to use then click OK 1 4 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop you can also display a Web 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 Adding a background to a window If you s
82. control 85 Standby 93 94 98 mode 105 restarting from 94 98 Start button 110 112 starting a program 73 120 Startup menu 201 stop eject button 81 Support Online 203 system indicator panel lights 35 System Restore using 134 system tray 110 tasks 113 T taskbar 110 112 customizing 142 using 123 technical support Toshiba In Touch Center 224 tips on computing 69 toolbars customizing 144 displaying in a window 146 Toshiba Accessories information 25 Web site 67 Toshiba Forum 224 Toshiba FreedomWare 112 Toshiba Hardware Setup 172 Toshiba Internet Web sites 225 Toshiba In Touch Center 224 Toshiba online services 224 Toshiba Power Saver 174 Hibernation 97 Shut down 96 Standby 98 Toshiba Software Offer 111 Toshiba VirtualTech 111 Toshiba voice contact 224 Toshiba worldwide offices 225 TouchPad 52 control buttons 35 pointing device 35 using 114 trackball 52 transferring files 148 transferring information between computers 148 troubleshooters Windows 203 troubleshooting 197 AC power battery will not charge 208 faulty adapter or cable 208 light does not come on 208 partially charged battery 209 batteries 208 CD ROM drive 214 215 data files 213 device properties 206 disabling a device 206 disk drive files missing 212 Non system disk or disk error 200 213 slow 213 diskette drive can t insert diskette 213 can t read diskette 214 display 210 external monitor 211 faulty AC adapter 208 fa
83. controls Instant password security Fn This hot key locks the keyboard and turns off the display To resume working if you have registered a user password press Enter type your password and press Enter If you haven t registered a password press Enter Do not confuse the instant password security feature with 9 The Windows XP operating system screen saver feature that merely blanks the display after a specified amount of time and needs no password to resume operation Or 229 Hot Keys Power usage mode The Toshiba Power Saver feature that turns off the display to conserve power and needs no password to resume operation or The use of an invalid Display mode hot key Fn F5 setting Power usage mode Fn Pal This hot key displays the power usage pop up window and cycles through the power usage modes The power usage modes under battery power are Long Life Normal and High Power The power usage modes under AC power is Full Power only Ful Power Sample Power usage modes For more information see Toshiba Power Saver on page 174 23 Speaker sound level Fn This hot key controls the system speaker sound level Power on display Fn This hot key cycles through the display options The display options are Built in Display Only Simultaneous Display and External Monitor Only TECHNICAL NOTE In order to use simultaneous mode you must set the resolution
84. cted 4 Make sure the computer is loading only one version of Card and Socket Services 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 PC Cards that used to work no longer work Check the PC Card status 1 Clickthe My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properties If Something Goes Wrong 21 Resolving a hardware conflict The System Properties dialog box appears 2 Click the Hardware tab 3 Click the Device Manager button 4 Double click the device listed as your PC Card The PC Card s Properties dialog box appears containing information about your PC Card configuration and status 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 206 for more information Since all PC Cards share the same socket each card 1s 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 Click the PC Car
85. d exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products CAUTION Keep liquid including cleaning fluid out of the iN computers keyboard speaker grille and other openings Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Moving the computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure all disk activity has ended and all external peripheral cables are disconnected CAUTION Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back where the ports are located n Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration transport it in a carrying case for long trips You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or through toshibaaccessories com 68 Getting Started Caring for your computer 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 PORT Noteworthy computer lock 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 2 Pass the locking end through the loop 3 Insert the cable s locking end into the security lock slot then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it Lockin
86. d icon on the taskbar 2 Click Stop xxxx where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card A message tells you that you may safely remove the card 3 Remove the card from the slot 218 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The system does not recognize your PC Card or PCMCIA socket controller This problem may be caused by a low battery Replace the battery with a fully charged one or charge the battery fully as follows 1 Make sure the computer is not in Standby mode For more information see Using Standby on page 98 Turn off the computer Connect the AC adapter and power cable Keep the computer plugged in for two to three hours with the power turned off If power is not the problem try removing the card and reinstalling it using the procedure in Using PC Cards on page 161 The problem may also be caused by a conflict with any additional memory in your system If you recently installed a memory expansion card turn off the computer remove the memory card turn on the computer and try the PC Card again 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 Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems The printer will not print Check that the
87. d 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 the TouchPad control button or mouse button rapidly twice without moving the TouchPad or mouse Refers to the primary TouchPad control button or left 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 drag To hold down the TouchPad control button or mouse button while moving the cursor to drag a selected object Refers to the primary TouchPad control button or left 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 op
88. d shortcuts overview E Tools Go to a Windows newsgroup Sample Windows XP Tours and Tutorials window Getting to Know Windows XP 1 39 Lesson 15 Turning off your computer Lesson 15 Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the Windows XP operating system shut down your computer As it shuts down the operating system performs a number of tasks ensuring that everything is in place the next time you turn on the computer This lesson teaches you how to shut down the Windows XP operating system and turn off your computer 1 Click Start then click Turn Off Computer The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears 2 Select Turn Off then click OK A shutting down message appears and the computer is turned off There are other ways to shut down your computer For more information see Powering down the computer on page 93 1 40 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 15 Turning off your computer Blank Page Chapter 6 Exploring Your Options In this chapter you will explore other features of your notebook computer Windows XP special features The Windows XP operating system offers you several new features and enhancements including 4 New system file protection A system restore function allowing you to roll back the system to its previous state Animproved help center support automation and automatic Windows update 4 Wizards to simplify setting up your home
89. der them 9 Sd The Microsoft Windows operating system documentation which explains the features of the operating system 26 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 www Toshiba com If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something Goes Wrong on page 197 Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a grand tour of your Satellite computer It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else consult the Quick Start card that shipped with your computer to make sure you received everything If any items are missing or damaged notify your dealer immediately For additional help see If you need further assistance on page 223 n 2 8 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed Display latch Speaker Front panel controls Diskette drive The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked To open the display panel slide the latch to the right and raise the panel The speakers let you hear the computer s audio output such as system alarms associated with your software and music from audio CDs or DVDs The front panel controls perform several functions depend
90. dex characters characters click to get Help foreign language characters searching with wildcard characters 12 or 24 hours how your computer displays time want to br t you need the Index provides Whether you know exactly what you re looking for or sy way to locate topics and irectx visual effects of Windows accessibility resources For people with disabilities overview administrators managing Accessibility programe blind persons blind persons High Contrast blind persons Magnifier blind persons Narrator blind persons ToggleKeys customizing Windows for accessibility deaf persons deaf persons ShowSounds deaf persons SoundSentry displaying extra keyboard Help in programs documentation Formats For people with disabiliti Jj IY rg eem Display Sample Help and Support Index The left side of the screen contains the index The text box above the index where the cursor is flashing lets you type in a topic you want to find in the index 3 Type pictures in the text box Notice as you type that the corresponding location in the index appears When you type the letter p the topic list moves to the first entry that begins with P and so on There are a number of topics listed under Picture One of them creating editing with Paint looks promising 4 Double click creating pictures using Paint Help opens a topic screen that gives a brief description of how to draw pictures including an
91. disc onto the spindle until it locks into place CAUTION Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle If you position the disc incorrectly it can jam the disc tray 5 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Learning the Basics O3 Using your CD or DVD drive Closing the disc tray Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard disk CD ROMs are often used to install software or to store files that require lots of space such as photographs and large presentation files You can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any CD or DVD To view the contents of a CD or DVD using My Computer 1 Place the disc in the CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive 2 Double click My Computer on your desktop to open the My Computer window 3 Locate the folder that contains the CD or DVD icon and title 4 Click the icon If you click the icon without having the CD or DVD in the drive the operating system prompts you to insert the disc 34 Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive Playing an audio CD W AHU OO A WARNING Before playing an audio CD or DVD turn the volume down Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears To turn the volume down use the Volume Control program click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment and click V
92. e remove it from the computer For a Plug and Play device see Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 206 Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device See Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 206 Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict Refer to the device s documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device 206 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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 Clickthe My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears 2 Click the Hardware tab 3 Click the Device Manager button 4 Selectthe device click the Action menu and choose Disable A confirmation message displays 5 Click Yes 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 To check a device s pr
93. e Windows XP operating system works in similar ways Whether you have used a Windows operating system or not the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will more than offset the short amount of time spent going through these lessons As you explore your computer s operating system further you will often discover alternative ways of accomplishing a particular task For more detailed information on your operating system refer to the Microsoft Windows XP documentation that came with your computer 109 1 1 0 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 1 Exploring the desktop Lesson 1 Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows XP operating system You use its features to start programs find documents set up system components and perform most other computing tasks HINT The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed on your computer However the differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system j Finding your way around the desktop Your computer s desktop includes several standard features icons Start button shortcut tray taskbar system tray and the desktop background pattern Shortcucta IEXPLORE ar z ri Shortcubea 3 N C 0 n S evils d a Di y NN T te 4 INSNExplorer i ai j aos i
94. e operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem lf Something Goes Wrong 203 Resolving a hardware conflict To access Windows XP Help 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support 2 Click Fixing a Problem 3 Click Trobleshooting Problems 4 Click the problem you want help with Troubleshooters The Windows XP operating system includes a wide range of helpful troubleshooters that can assist you with many common computer problems For instance if you are having difficulty setting up a new printer the Print troubleshooter can walk you through the setup process step by step Troubleshooters are available through Windows Help and they are constantly updated and supplemented on the Microsoft Support Online Web site You can connect to Support Online by clicking Get Support in Windows Help or by connecting to http support microsoft com Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem try using Windows XP Help to troubleshoot the problem first To access Help on hardware conflicts 1 From the Windows Help menu click Fixing a Problem 2 Click Hardware and system device problems and follow the steps If there is still a problem the Windows XP operating system should display a message that explains what the conflic
95. e secondary button 2 Click Properties and then Settings 3 Change the Colors option and click OK For more information see the Windows XP Help A message indicates a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current 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 211 2 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button 2 Click Properties and then Settings 3 Change a setting and click OK For more information see the Windows XP Help 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 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 Run ScanDisk which analyzes the directories files and File Allocation Table FAT on the disk and repairs any damage it finds To run ScanDisk 1 Click Start poin
96. e the system tray s icon with other removable PC Card devices you may have installed You can use the system tray s PC Card icon to turn off your Wi Fi Mini PCI module However you will need to restart your computer to turn it back on If your Wi Fi Mini PCI module is integrated into your computer system Toshiba recommends that you do not remove the module from your computer For assistance contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner Learning the Basics 03 Powering down the computer Powering down the computer When you power down the computer you have three options to choose from Turn Off Computer Hibernation and Standby Each option has its advantages Turn off computer command The Turn off computer command shuts the computer down completely When you start up again the computer runs a self test and loads the operating system You must open any programs and files you want to use Factors to consider when choosing Turn off computer No power is used while the computer is shut down This is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time Restarting from Shut down uses the most time and battery power 4 When starting up again the system does not automatically open programs and files you were previously using Hibernation command Hibernation shuts the computer down completely but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk Since Hibernati
97. eable memory complementary metal oxide semiconductor communications port 1 serial port communications port 2 serial port central processing unit direct current 239 QOO eme DMA direct memory access DIMM dual inline memory module DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic DVD digital versatile or video disc DVD ROM digital versatile or video disc read only memory ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I O input output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 parallel port LSI large scale integration MB megabyte MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface PC personal computer PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association RAM random access memory tom dot ROM RTC SCSI SDRAM SRAM SVGA TFT USB URL WAN WWW Terms The following terms may appear in this user s guide A radio frequency interference read only memory real time clock small computer system interface synchronous dynamic random access memory static random access memory super video graph
98. eatures from the Properties dialog box 1 Launch WinDVD if it is not already running 2 Onthe WinDVD control panel click the Properties button WinDVD displays the Properties dialog box with the General tab on top Properties General Audio Display Current regions r Player settings Default DVD dive v 2 West Europe Japan South Africa V Auto play C 3 South East Asia C 4 Australia Spanish America m View C 5 Russia East Europe Africa MV Tool bar C B China v Status bar Remaining times until permanent f v Player Properties dialog box with the General tab on top WinDVD 2000 1 85 Customizing WinDVD Setting general properties You use the General tab to select the region code the drive letter assigned to the DVD ROM drive the autoplay default option and which WinDVD toolbars are displayed by default Region coding is part of the protection system for DVD content It divides the world into six regions The intent is to enable specific content to be viewed in a specific region The current region code of the WinDVD player installed in your computer is Region 1 comprising the United States and Canada NOTE Most DVD ROM arives let you change the region code usually between one and five times Once a drive has reached the limit the region code cannot be changed again Pay careful attention to the Remaining times until permanent box on the General properties tab 1 To c
99. ed 45 Selecting a place to work Arms and wrists Avoid bending arching or twisting your wrists Keep them in a relaxed neutral position while typing Exercise your hands wrists and arms to improve circulation result in discomfort and possible injury If your hands wrists and or arms bother you while typing stop using the computer and rest If the discomfort persists consult a physician W WARNING Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may 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 work day Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency 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 30 seconds 46 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Precautions Your notebook computer is designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of travel However you should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of per
100. eived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the 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 This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation 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
101. el is closed or open For more information about the front panel controls see Front panel controls on page 37 DVD ROM drive components If you have a DVD ROM drive it may look like this Drive in use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD ROM drive Even if your drive looks slightly different you should be able to identify the drive in use light that glows when the system is accessing the CD or DVD the eject button used to release the disc tray and a manual eject hole for releasing the disc tray when the computer s power is turned off CAUTION Never press the eject button or turn off the compuler while any drives are in use doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of dala 30 Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive The eject button requires power to operate The manual eject button does not require power CAUTION Never use a pencil to press the DVD ROM manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it Instead use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip The vent located at the lower side of the drive cools the DVD ROM drive s internal mechanisms Do not block this vent HINT When the computer is off and the DVD ROM drive is on press the stop eject control button on the top of the computer to eject a disc Inserting a disc W WARNING Before playing an audio CD or DVD turn the volume d
102. elect art or a Web page as a window background set your desktop style to Web style or select the As Web Page option from the View menu To add a background to a window 1 Double click My Computer The My Computer window opens 2 Open the folder you want to customize 3 Onthe View menu select Customize this folder and follow the prompts Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window As you browse the Windows XP operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus Exploring Your Options 1 45 Personalizing your desktop You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar Address bar Standard buttons CER File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Q Back ib Search 5 Folders E s Be e Files Stored on This Computer System Tasks View system information Shared Documents c larry s Documents TH Add or remove programs G Change a setting Hard Disk Drives Other Places Et ae Cg 5340820D000 C Sp Local Disk D amp My Network Places My Documents Shared Documents Devices with Removable Storage QI Control Panel Jm A DVD Drive E A Details My Computer TOS System Folder Se Removable Disk F Shortcut to IEXPLORE D H Shortcut to movie Windows XP Home Edition Evaluation copy Build 2526 amp LL le 11 49PM
103. emove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Close the disc tray Learning the Basics 8 Setting up for communications Caring for CDs and DVDs 9 te 9 v Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it Never apply a label to or otherwise mar the surface of a disc Hold a disc by its outside edge Fingerprints on the surface of a disc can prevent the CD ROM drive or DVD ROM drive from reading the data properly Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold To clean a disc wipe it with a clean dry cloth starting from the center of the disc and wiping toward the outward edge Avoid wiping using a circular motion If necessary moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner not benzine or rubbing alcohol Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive setting up for communications To connect to the Internet use an online service or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer you need The computer s modem A telephone line A browser or communications program An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service if you plan to use the Internet 8 8 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications Using the modem Before you can use the modem you must connect it to a standard voice grade telephone line with an R
104. epeat step 3 TECHNICAL NOTE If you are using WinDVD Fn and F5 will L not turn the display off and on 4 1 5 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone You can play wav sound files or audio CDs using the built in speakers headphones or external speakers NOTE It is recommended that you do not use the infrared port at the same time as either playing audio or connecting to the internet via a modem Audio quality may be reduced and the modem connection may be slower or disrupted Recording sounds You can make audio recordings and save them as wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack and using Windows Sound Recorder DEFINITION A wav pronounced wave file is the format for storing sound in files in Windows EA Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder Exploring Your Options 1 DO Exploring audio features Sound Sound Recorder E leg File Edit Effects Help Postion Length L00 sec 0 00 sec Positioning 1 1 Skip backward Record Skip forward Play Stop Sound Recorder window e 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone The maximum recording time
105. er across the TouchPad 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 desired direction 60 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Once you have positioned your cursor you may either click it in place by double tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons For more on the TouchPad and control buttons together see Lesson 2 Using the TouchPad pointing device on page 114 Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item move the cursor to the item then press and release the primary left hand button To double click press the primary button twice in rapid succession The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button The function of the secondary right hand button depends on the program you are using It usually corresponds to the right mouse button Check your program s documentation to find whether it uses the right mouse button Scrolling with the TouchPad There are two active regions on the TouchPad which allow you to scroll as you would with any wheel device on a mouse or trackball To scroll vertically run your finger up or down along the right edge of the TouchPad To scroll horizontally run your finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad Setting up your software The fir
106. es dialog box click the Audio tab The Audio tab moves to the front The Current audio track box displays the format and attributes for the current audio track WinDVD 2000 1 o Customizing WinDVD Properties Audio channels Current audio track G Format Attributes Vocal options Properties dialog box with Audio tab on top 4 Inthe Audio channels box select the appropriate speaker mode to match your setup as follows If you have two speakers select one of the 2 speaker modes Mono mixes the audio channels into one channel Stereo mixes the audio channels into two channels Dolby Surround Compatible mixes the audio channels into two channels plus Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound 3D audio provides standard 3D audio sound 9 Sd If you have four speakers select 4 speaker mode WinDVD distributes four unique sound channels to the speakers providing a true surround sound experience If you have six speakers select 6 speaker mode WinDVD automatically distributes 5 1 sound channels to these speakers for enhanced surround sound If you have an S PDIF compliant sound card select Enable S PDIF output This option sends the stereo output through the sound card to an external receiver 5 Inthe Vocal options box select the desired option for DVDs that support vocal as follows 1 8 WinDVD 2000 Customizing WinDVD 9 No vocal does not output vocals to any speaker Left vocal outputs vocals to lef
107. es or CD ROM 4 Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred 4 Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support call the Toshiba InTouch Center Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 If Something Goes Wrong 225 Toshiba s worldwide offices Other Toshiba Internet Web sites www toshiba com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site www computers toshiba com Marketing and product information in the USA www toshiba ca Canada www toshiba Europe com Europe www toshiba co jp index htm Japan Toshiba s worldwide offices Argentina Australia Acron S A Toshiba Australia Pty Limited Sol s 1525 84 92 Talavera Road 1134 Buenos Aires North Ryde NSW 2113 Argentina Sydney Australia Austria Belgium Toshiba Europe GmbH Toshiba Information Systems Benelux Handelskai 388 Belgium B V 1020 Wien Excelsiorlaan 40 B 1930 Zaventem Belgium Brazil Canada Semp Toshiba Inform tica Toshiba Canada Ltd Silveria Rodrigues 52 191 McNabb Street 05047 000 Sao Paulo Markham Ontario SP Brazil L3R 8H2 Canada 226 lf Something Goes Wrong Toshiba s worldwide offices Central America amp Caribbean Chile TechData Latin America CHS Promark Chile Ltda 8501 NW 17th Street 101 J Joaquin Aguirre Luco 1339 Miami FL 33126 Huechuraba United States Santiago Chile Colombia Czech Republic CHS Promark Colombia Ltda CHG Toshiba s r o Carrera 129 Nro 2
108. ether 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 Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet the Web browser displays a home page for example your ISP s home page on the Internet or your company s Web site home page To visit a desired Web site type in the Web address The Web address or Uniform Resource Locator URL is a unique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet Web addresses can also appear within a Web page s text and are known as links Clicking a link automatically transfers your Web browser to that site You can also use a Search Engine a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information 1 D Exploring Your Options Using the Internet Internet features The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help you perform many tasks Internet email 9 v 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
109. f Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict memory card installed the error is not caused by the memory card Power problems Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cable or from the system batteries main battery and real time clock RTC battery Power problems are interrelated For example a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries 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 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 The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly Its temperature needs to be in the range 50 degrees to 88 degrees Fahrenheit 10 degrees to 30 degrees Celsius If you think this 1s the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and try again
110. g the computer The computer is now securely locked Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists computing tips that you should follow when using your notebook computer and provides important information about the computer s basic features Computing tips 4 Save your work frequently Your work stays in the computer s temporary memory until you save it to the disk You will lose all the work done since you last saved if for example a system error occurs and you must restart your computer or your battery runs out of charge while you are working 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 69 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 0 4 Back up your files to diskettes or other removable media on a regular basis Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time However if your hard disk suddenly fails you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy 4 Use Error checking Disk Defragmenter and the Maintenance Wizard regularly to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level For more information see Disk drive problems on page 212 or consult your Windows XP operating system documentation for more information on these and other ut
111. ger Q9 Help and Support Search PLAYER SPANworks 2000 18d All Programs gt Sample Search options on the Start menu 2 Click All Files or Folders The Search Results dialog box appears 1 2 8 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Qe B se ire F Address B Search Results vj Eo Search Companion X Name In Folder Size Type n To start your search Follow the instructions in the left pane Search by any or all of the criteria below All or part of the file name A word or phrase in the file Look in S ocal Hard Drives C D v When was it modified What size is it More advanced options Sample Search Results dialog box HINT Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet 3 Type char in the All or part of the file name text box and then click Search The Search function displays a list of all the files with char in their names 4 Click the Character Map file with the secondary button and drag it to the desktop A shortcut menu appears 5 Click Create Shortcut A shortcut to the Character Map appears on your desktop Getting to Know Windows XP 1 29 Lesson 10 Changing the screensaver Clicking a shortcut icon opens the program or folder immediately You can place as many shortcuts on your desktop as you find useful
112. ght corner of the directional button panel 2 With the pointer over the center of the window drag the zoomed window up down left or right The close up view changes to reflect the new zoom window location 19 WinDVD 2000 Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD Adjusting the color balance You can adjust the DVD color balance Click the adjustment button on the main DVD video window toolbar to open the Adjustment dialog box Adjustment Color control 1 Cancel Default WinDVD Adjustment dialog box The adjustment dialog box provides another set of sliders for adjusting volume and brightness It also provides two color control sliders Move the Color control 1 slider to the right to increase the blue and decrease the yellow color values Move the slider to the left to increase the yellow and decrease the blue color values Move the Color control 2 slider to the right to increase the red and decrease the green color values Move the slider to the left to increase the green and decrease the red color values Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD Some DVDs contain links to Web sites To enable these links click the control panel Web button to launch your Internet browser Getting help Click the control panel Help button to open the WinDVD Help system WinDVD 2000 1 O5 Exiting WinDVD Exiting WinDVD Click the control panel Exit button or click the Close button to exit WinDVD
113. hange the region code select the desired option in the Current regions list The Remaining times until permanent box displays the remaining number of times you can change the current region before the setting becomes permanent 2 Inthe Player settings Default DVD drive box select your DVD ROM drive letter 3 Select the Player settings Auto play check box to enable the auto play feature Clear the check box to disable this feature When enabled the auto play feature automatically launches a DVD ROM when it is inserted in the DVD ROM drive 4 Inthe View box select the items you want displayed when WinDVD launches Tool bar is the bar containing basic player functions that is displayed at the top of the WinDVD video window 18 WinDVD 2000 Customizing WinDVD 2 Status bar is the bar that is displayed at the bottom of the WinDVD video window Player is the WinDVD control panel Click OK to save your settings Setting audio properties Z TECHNICAL NOTE The DVD author determines which features the DVD supports Depending on the DVD format and the computers hardware configuration some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD Unsupported features appear gray and you cannot select them Launch WinDVD if it is not already running On the WinDVD control panel click the Properties button WinDVD displays the Properties dialog box with the General tab on top In the Properti
114. he Ctrl Alt and Del keys to shut down the computer then try restarting it Windows XP problems Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the Windows XP operating system responds to your work routine you can easily detect if it is not working correctly For example 4 The Windows XP operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows message appears The operating system takes a long time to start 4 The operating system responds differently from its normal routine The screen does not look right lf Something Goes Wrong 201 Windows XP problems 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 Windows XP Startup menu to fix the problem Using startup options to fix problems If the Windows XP operating system fails to start properly you may have to change your computer s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem To do this use the options in the Windows XP Startup menu This section describes each option and when to use the procedure To open the Startup menu 1 Restart your computer 2 PressF8 when your computer starts to display the Windows advanced Options menu The Startup menu displays these options 4 Safe Mode 4 Safe Mode with Networking 4 Safe Mode with Command Prompt E
115. he display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel 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 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 Managing power usage Jb Your computer s power saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before recharging the battery To change the Power usage mode click Start then click Control Panel In the Control Panel double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon to display the Power Saver Properties window 99 1 0 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Click the Details button then the Power Save Mode tab Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for your computer Keep in mind that changing any settings on the Power Saver Properties window will modify the currently selected scheme For more information see Toshiba Power Saver on page 174 Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable lithium ion
116. he keyboard press and hold the Fn key then press the desired assignment key 4 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 If you are making a popup assignment complete Slep 4 To make a direct key assignment select Direct to display the Add Edit Command dialog box then complete these steps 4 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 select Popup to display the Application Explorer dialog box then complete these steps 4 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 wee 17 If you are unsure how to do this refer to your Windows XP operating system documentation Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just selected To open a popup list showing the items in that folder press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Wind
117. ic 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 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 bus An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit CPU with
118. icon to start the Paint program Getting to Know Windows XP 1 3 Lesson 14 If I am lost what do I do Help and Support Center Q sack 4 t G Index Sie Favorites 2 History Ep support z Options Help and Support Center Windows XP Home Edition 39 add to Favorites Sj Change View 2 Print no Locate in Contents Type in the keyword to find Ru Using Paint creating pictures using Paint Paint is a drawing tool you can use to create black and white or color drawings that you can save as bitmap bmp files You can also use pictures and images Paint to send your drawing in e mail set the image as a desktop dpt Windows XP background and save image files using different file formats automatically viewing pictures Open Paint captions color Notes creating albums To open Paint click Start point to All Programs point to creating pictures using Paint Accessories and then click Paint displaying license inFormation e mailing pictures file information e For more information click Related Topics Folders adding pictures to identify Folders For desktop background navigating multi page Files Related Topics opening files in Windows Picture and Fax Viewe opening in Windows Picture and Fax Viewer personalizing your computer with pictures printing pictures publishing pictures to the Web rendering intents saving pictures scanning sharing pictures with others using personal pictures as screen sa
119. ics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web 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 wider 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 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 230 ems 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 bas
120. ilities 4 Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive motion injuries and eyestrain Before turning off the computer use the Turn Off Computer command from the Start menu Using the keyboard a aye i nu 33 z rria TT TII EI CETT I I Enter TE B a HN LES EFI rrr zal Keyboard Learning the Basics 11 Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter except that 4 The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page The lowercase letter el and the number 1 are not interchangeable 4 The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable 4 The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case the number and symbol keys are not affected The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key Ctrl Fn and Alt keys aga 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 Function keys The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard tmm Me qae AEE yes Functi
121. ing on the position of the CD DVD Media Player power switch For more information see Front panel controls on page 37 The diskette drive allows you to use either high density or double density 3 5 inch diskettes Finding Your Way Around 29 Back Back 1 DC IN jack Parallel port LAN port Serial port PS 2 port Monitor port TV out jack USB ports Infrared port Headphone Microphone jack jack gt v Ihe DC IN jack is where you plug in the AC adapter For more information see Connecting the AC adapter on page 54 fener The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area er network using a 10 100 Ethernet link via a standard Ethernet network cable ry The PS 2 port allows you to connect an optional PS 2 compatible mouse or external keyboard An optional Y cable enables you to connect both a PS 2 mouse and a PS 2 keyboard to the port The TV out jack allows you to connect a television or other video output device The infrared port allows cable free communication with another device such as a computer or printer that has a compatible infrared port NOTE It is recommended that you do not use the infrared port at the same time as either playing audio or connecting to the internet via a modem Audio quality may be reduced and the modem connection may be slower or disrupted The 3 5 mm microphone jack lets you
122. ing the main battery Removing the battery 1 Save your work 2 Shutdown the computer CAUTION Never remove the battery while the computer is On Close the display panel ensuring that it snaps into place Turn the computer upside down with the front of the computer facing you Slide the battery release latch as shown in the illustration Z NA Battery release latch A Releasing the battery latch 6 Gently pull the battery out of the battery bay 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 107 Mobile Computing 1 07 Disposing of used batteries safely Inserting a charged battery 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay You ll know the battery 1s properly seated when you hear it click into place 3 Slide the battery release latch as shown in the illustration Inserting the battery 4 Tum the computer right side up Disposing of used batteries safely You can recharge a main battery many times so it should last for years When the useful life of the battery expires or if the battery becomes damaged you must discard it responsibly The documentation that came with your computer may include an insert regarding the disposal of batte
123. ing to Know Windows XP Lesson 4 Creating a new document Title bar P New File txt Notepad DER Fie Edit Format View Help A text editor is software used to create and edit files that contain on J Windows XP Home Edition Evaluatiortopy Build 2526 2 5 a amp 5 3 11 03 Ph Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens there is a new button on the taskbar that reads New File txt Notepad the name may be too long to fit into the taskbar space but if you point to the name you see the complete name By displaying buttons like this one the taskbar helps you keep track of the programs and files you currently have open To learn more about Notepad click Start then click Help and Support or open the Help menu by pressing F1 For now leave Notepad open and go on to the next lesson Getting to Know Windows XP 1 1 Q Lesson 5 Creating a new folder Lesson 5 Creating a new folder DEFINITION A folder is an area where you can store documents and other types of files It is analogous to a file folder stored in a file cabinet In this case a disk drive in the computer is the file cabinet The Windows XP operating system stores documents and programs in folders It even stores other folders in folders In this lesson you will create a folder in which to store your new document 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop then click the secondary button The des
124. inter the L first time you connect it If you use more than one printer or are changing printers you will need to set up the Windows XP operating system to run with the additional printer s 1 If your printer is not on turn it on now 2 Inthe File menu of your Windows program click Print The program displays a Print dialog box 16 Learning the Basics Using diskettes amp Print a General Options Select Printer EY Add Printer Status Ready Print to file Location Comment Find Printer Page Range All Number of copies L B OPages f1 Collate Enter either a single page number or a single 1 12 page range For example 5 A sample Print dialog box 3 Click Print to print Using diskettes The 3 5 inch diskette drive lets you use either double density 720 KB or high density 1 44 MB diskettes for data transfer and Storage __j Eject button SSeS ee Diskette drive Inserting and removing diskettes 1 Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface points toward the drive 2 Push the diskette gently into the drive slot When the diskette is in place the eject button pops out To release a diskette from the drive push the eject button Learning the Basics f f Backing up your files Caring for diskettes 4 Store your diskettes properly to protect and keep them clean Ifa diskette is dirty clean it with a soft cloth mois
125. k in the CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive or pauses a track that is already playing The stop eject button stops the disc if it is playing or opens the CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive tray You can eject a disc by pressing the stop eject button twice Use this method to eject a disc when the computer is turned off and the eject button on the front of the drive is unavailable The next track button skips to the beginning of the following track for CDs or chapter for DVDs on the disc 38 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open CD DVD Media Player power switch The CD DVD Media Player power switch allows you to play audio CDs with the computer turned off This switch has two positions CD DVD which is to the left as you face the computer from the front and Media Player which is to the right What happens when you press this switch depends on what s in the drive e NOTE If you have set a password for logging onto your system your computer will start up and you will need to log on before being able to play a CD or DVD DVD playback and the power switch The CD DV D Media Player switch sets the computer to turn on the CD DVD player automatically if there is a disc in the DVD ROM drive when the computer is turned off or to power up and launch Windows Media Player Audio CD playback and the power switch If there s an audio CD in the drive setting the switch to the left leaves the c
126. ktop shortcut menu appears Click New then click Folder An icon called New Folder appears on the desktop with the icon name highlighted Type a name for the folder such as My Folder then press Enter Close the Notepad document you just created by clicking the Close button on the right side of the Notepad title bar The document appears as an icon on the desktop Click the document icon and drag it toward your New Folder icon Position the document icon over the New Folder icon until it changes color then release the primary button The outline of the document icon moves across the desktop and disappears into the folder To see your document double click the folder icon A window opens and displays the contents of the folder 1 2 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 6 Starting programs E 7 Close the window by clicking its Close button and continue with the next lesson to learn how to start programs Lesson 6 Starting programs Usually you will know which program you want to use for a particular task This lesson teaches you how to launch programs from the Start menu using two of the programs that are built into the Windows XP operating system Paint and Windows Explorer 1 Click Start then point to All Programs A list of program folders appears 2 Point to Accessories then click Paint Paint a basic drawing program opens m BENENENHESNENEN CS cee id For Help click Help Topics on the
127. l shortcut See keyboard shortcut software See program Compare hardware 248 ems Standby A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again Suspend A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again 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 MS DOS generally a drive letter followed by a greater than sign indicating where users are to 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 utility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focu
128. l it reaches room temperature 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit 10 to 26 degrees Celsius The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes HINT Once a battery pack is fully charged we recommend that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery pack discharges completely Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity Charging the RTC battery During normal use the main battery keeps the RTC battery adequately charged Occasionally the RTC battery may lose its Mobile Computing 1 03 Monitoring battery power charge completely especially if you have had the computer turned off for a long time If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working To recharge the RTC battery plug in the computer and leave it turned off for at least 24 hours Monitoring battery power 1 The battery light indicates the main battery s current charge It 4 Glows green when the battery is fully charged Glows amber while the battery is being charged 4 Flashes amber when the charge reaches the critical battery level Does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is completely discharged Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the
129. l 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 computer Online may refer to information being read from your own computer s hard disk such as online documentation or online help or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet operating system A set of programs that controls how the computer works palette See color palette 246 ms parallel Processes that occur simultaneously In communications it means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a time On your computer the parallel port provides a parallel communications interface between the computer and an appropriate device Most modern printers are parallel Compare serial password A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network PC Card A credit card sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers PC Cards provide functions such as modem fax modem hard disk drive network adapter sound card or SCSI adapter peripheral Any device s
130. le or on the computer Oil or dust on the connectors can cause memory access problems 4 Position the memory module cover on the computer and secure it with the screw 5 Tum the computer right side up 6 Reconnect any cables you removed 5 Getting Started Setting up your computer Connecting a mouse You may want to use a mouse or trackball instead of the computer s built in TouchPad Your notebook computer supports USB and PS 2 compatible pointing devices The TouchPad can remain operable even if you connect a secondary pointing device to the computer For more information see Toshiba Hardware Setup on page 172 Using a USB mouse 1 Connect the mouse cable to the USB port 2 Install the vendor supplied software that came with the mouse 1f needed Using a PS 2 mouse The system cannot detect a PS 2 mouse if you connect it after starting the computer NOTE If you connect a PS 2 mouse to the computer while it is in Standby mode you will not be able to use the mouse when you turn the computer on CAUTION When connecting any PS 2 device turn off your computer to prevent any possible hardware damage 1 Attach the PS 2 mouse cable to the PS 2 port 2 Refer to your mouse documentation for configuration steps Getting Started 53 Setting up your computer Connecting a keyboard If you prefer to use a full size keyboard you can attach one to your computer The computer s PS
131. lf Something Goes Wrong 209 Resolving a hardware conflict 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 whether the battery 1s 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 Check the Power Saver using the Toshiba Power Saver 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 AII these conditions affect how long the charge lasts For more information on maximizing battery power see Maximizing battery life on page 101 Keyboard problems If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the keyboard itself The keyboard produces unexpected characters A keypad overlay may be on If the numeric keypad or cursor control light 1s on press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keyp
132. n system disk 200 213 Ethernet 10 100 Ethernet LAN adapter 90 expansion memory modules cover 40 Extended Capabilities Port 30 254 e external monitor connecting 147 external speakers 161 eyestrain avoiding reducing 44 45 F FAT File Allocation Table 212 files backing up 77 copying to diskette 77 hierarchal file system 113 naming 75 printing 75 saving 74 transferring 148 Fn key 71 165 assigning functions 169 Fn esse 167 assigning keys 169 change remove key assignments 171 drag and drop 169 keyboard 168 starting 168 using keyboard or pointing device 170 viewing key assignments 171 folder creating new 119 folders displaying information 146 front panel controls 35 function keys 71 G guidelines posture 44 proper lighting 44 seating 44 H hard disk drive backing up 221 light 58 problem solving 213 hardware conflicts DMA assignments 205 IRQ Interrupt Request channel 204 older legacy device 205 Plug and Play 205 resolving 205 headphone jack 161 headphones connecting 161 jack 30 Help facility 135 Hibernation 93 96 factors to consider 93 quick 97 restarting 94 977 hot keys display options 231 keyboard controls 231 password security 229 hot swapping 162 precautions 164 Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTTP 153 icons 111 definitions 24 25 safety 24 infrared port 29 inserting charged battery 107 diskettes 76 PC Cards 162 Internet 87 153 255 chat r
133. n the status panel turns on C 4 Release the power button NOTE When turning on the computer for the first time leave it on until the operating system has loaded completely Turning off the computer during its initial startup will cause an error the next time you start the computer When the computer is connected to an external power source the battery light glows If the battery is being charged the battery light glows amber The hard disk drive access light flashes when the hard disk drive is accessed CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any drives are in use Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data Getting Started DO Using the computer for the first time 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 would like to move the cursor TouchPad surface Secondary button Primary button TouchPad and control buttons To move the cursor to the top of the page push your finger forward on the TouchPad 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 the cursor to the left of the page slide your fing
134. nable Boot Logging enable VGA Mode Last Know Good configuration your most recent settings that worked Directory Services Restore Mode windows domain controllers only 4 Start Windows Normally Reboot 202 If Something Goes Wrong Windows XP problems 9 4 Return to OS choices menu TECHNICAL NOTE If your computer is connected to a L network the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode For more information see the documentation that came with your Windows operating system 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 again 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 missed period dot or 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 server may be down for temporary repair Try again later Windows XP operating system can help you If th
135. network Ability to share one Internet connection among multiple PCs 4 An automatic discovery feature that allows your computer to detect new and intelligent devices 141 1 4 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work You can customize the following aspects of the desktop 4 Taskbar which resources to display for quick access Folders 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 not only Quick Launch icons but also your favorite URL addresses or local folders and programs DEFINITION URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator which is the address that defines the route to a file on the Web or any other 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 a
136. nnecting a MOUSE eetennnn 52 Connecting a keyboard e 53 Connecting a printer en 53 Connecting the AC adapter 54 Charging the battery sen 56 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 5 Turning on the DOWer nenne 5 Using the TouchPad sss 59 Setting up your software eennne 60 Registering your Computer 61 Setting up a printer 62 Customizing your computer s settings 65 Turning off the compulter e 66 Caring for your COMPUTED eects 67 Cleaning the compulter e 6 Moving the compulter ennnnes 6 Using a computer lock eee 68 Chapter 3 Learning the Basics 69 COMDUUNO DS reet terere et cabe retentis 69 Using the keyboard sene 70 Character keys sett 71 Ctrl Fn and Alt keys eee 71 FUNCHON KEYS essa cts stents tccecvoeecctcontectctctetecateeenettcasnceetes 11 Windows special keys eee 12 Overlay keys sssssseeetttenntnnnnnne 72
137. ntative designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment 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 2 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 is 0 3 NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 3 The standard connecting arrangement telephone jack type for this equipment is jack type s USOC RJLIC Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interopera
138. o display the control panel again double click anywhere in the video window 1 8 WinDVD 2000 Using playlists Using playlists 4 TECHNICAL NOTE The DVD author determines which features the DVD supports Depending on the DVD format Y and the computers hardware configuration some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD Unsupported features appear gray and you cannot select them A playlist is a customized list of DVD files in the order in which you want to view them For example you may want to create a playlist for DVDs that contain music files so you can play the music selections you want in the order you want to hear them You can only save one playlist at a time Creating playlists 1 Onthe WinDVD control panel click the playlist button The Playlist window appears Selected files Add Delete Delete All ize Pla Disc File Cancel Load Playlist Save Playlist Sample Playlist window WinDVD 2000 1 83 Using playlists 2 Click the File button in the lower right corner of the window to indicate that you are creating a playlist of individual files 3 In the Directory list select the file you want to play first and click Add to put it at the top of the playlist DVD files have an mpg vob or ac3 file name extension After selecting a file the file name appears in the Selected files list You can also double click a file name to add it to the playlist
139. o hide the window Windows Explorer disappears from the desktop However it is still open as you can see from the taskbar E HINT Minimizing program windows is a good way to clean p up the desktop without actually closing programs ul 3 Click the Maximize button in the top right corner of the Paint window 124 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 7 Resizing repositioning and hiding windows The Paint window expands to fill the screen hiding everything except the taskbar Notice that the Maximize button has changed It is now called the Restore button HINT Maximizing a program is a good way to work when you are only using that program and do not want any distractions on the screen Resizing and moving windows 1 Click the Restore button in the top right corner of the Paint window Paint returns to its previous size and location Notice that the Restore button has changed back into the Maximize button For the next few steps assume that you want to be able to see both Paint and Windows Explorer at the same time Move the pointer to the right hand edge of the Paint window The pointer changes to a two headed arrow Click and drag the edge of the window until it takes up just less than half the width of the desktop Click the title bar of the Paint window and drag it to the left side of the desktop You can move any window by clicking its title bar and dragging it Click the My Document
140. o your desktop you can open programs or files with the click of a button You will probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently This lesson explains how to create shortcuts using two Windows XP accessories Calculator and Character Map as examples Creating a shortcut to the Calculator Use this method when you know the name and location of the program file to which you would like to create a shortcut 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop then click the secondary button The desktop shortcut menu appears Click New then click Shortcut The Create Shortcut dialog box appears This wizard helps you to create shortcuts to local or network programs files Folders computers or Intern addresses Type the location of the item Click Next to continue Sample Create Shortcut dialog box 3 In the Command line box type c windows calc exe and click Next A dialog box prompts you to select a name for the shortcut Type Calculator and click Finish The Windows XP operating system displays the new shortcut on your desktop Getting to Know Windows XP 1 21 Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Use this method when you don t know the name and location of the program file 1 Click Start then point to Search e My Documents e My Pictures e My Music ws My Computer B Control Panel MSN Explorer e Connect To Bluetooth Mana
141. odem port and the telephone line socket 22 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port look in Device Manager under Modems for the built in modem Check the communications parameters 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 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 software programs build in an automatic backup but you should not rely solely on this feature Save your work See Computing tips on page 69 for instructions If Something Goes Wrong 2271 Develop good computing habits On a regular basis back up the information stored on your hard disk Here are some ways you can do this Copy files to diskette following the steps
142. offers a place where people with similar interests and 1deas can communicate in real time one on one or in groups by typing messages which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens 9 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 4 Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another 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 Exploring Your Options 1 D 5 Toshiba s online resources 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 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 224 Conducting an electronic meeting With the SPANworks
143. og box 6 Close the Control Panel Testing the modem e NOTE It is recommended that you do not use the infrared port at the same time as either playing audio or connecting to the internet via a modem Audio quality may be reduced ana the modem connection may be slower or disrupted To test to see if your modem is functioning properly 1 Click Start and then click Control Panel Exploring Your Options 1 D Connecting to the Internet 2 Double click Phone and Modem Options The Phone and Modem Options dialog box appears 3 Click the Modems tab Your modem should be listed next to one of the computer s COM ports 4 If there is more than one modem listed select the one you wish to test and click Properties 5 Click the Diagnostics tab 6 Click on Query Modem A pop up window will inform you that the modem query may take a few moments before displaying the result of the test signing up with an Internet Service Provider An Internet Service Provider ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection Microsoft s Web browser Internet Explorer which is preinstalled on your system is automatically configured so that when you first start it it guides you through signing up for a new ISP account or assists you in setting up your computer to work with your existing ISP Once you have established an ISP account you can access the Internet
144. olume Control or Volume Control dial To play an audio CD insert the CD and close the disc tray If the computer is off the drive starts up and begins playing the first audio track Slide the CD DVD Media Player power switch to the right to enable the front panel control buttons When playing an audio CD these buttons have the following functions To stop or eject the CD press the stop eject button To play or pause the CD press the play pause button To return to the beginning of the preceding track on the disc press the previous track button To go to the beginning of the following track on the disc press the next track button The speaker volume control adjusts the level of sound from the stereo speakers If the computer is on the Windows Media Player window opens and the CD begins to play You can use either the front panel control buttons on your computer or the Windows Media Player buttons to control the CD You can manually open Windows Media Player from the Start menu or the taskbar Learning the Basics 85 Using your CD or DVD drive Windows Media Player 1 X Fie view Play Tools Help O OOO Now Playing Media Guide Copy from CD Media Library Radio Tuner Copyto CD or Device Skin Tri BUT v amp Graphic Equalizer Play Pause Stop Previous track Next track Volume Control Sample Windows Media Player window The Windows Media Player con
145. omputer s main power off but turns on the sound system and the disk activity light To play the CD press the Play Pause button To stop the CD slide the switch to the left and hold it for two seconds What happens when the drive is empty If there s nothing in the drive setting the switch to the left turns on the sound system and the disk activity light To eject the CD DVD tray press either the eject button on the drive or the Stop button twice Finding Your Way Around 30 Underside With nothing in the drive setting the switch to the right turns on both the computer s main power and the power to the sound system When you open the display Windows Media Player launches and the sound system plays the default sound wave file For more information about playing CDs see Playing an audio CD on page 84 For more information about playing DVDs see Playing a DVD on page 6 Underside Memory slot cover Battery Battery release latch The memory slot cover protects the expansion memory module For more information about expansion memory modules see Installing additional memory optional on page 48 The battery provides DC power to the computer For information about replacing the battery see Changing the main battery on page 105 40 Finding Your Way Around Underside m The battery release latch and battery latch lock secure the battery to the computer and prevent it from falling ou
146. on does not require power to maintain the saved information the system settings are retained indefinitely Restoring information from the hard drive 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 the computer uses no battery power 94 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 9 Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk no data is lost if the battery discharges Restarting from Hibernation uses less time and battery power than restarting from Shut down Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of memory When starting up again the computer returns to the state in which you left it and opens the programs and files you were using Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a power saving mode Standby holds 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 A fully charged battery will last approximately eight hours in Standby mode Restarting from Standby mode uses
147. on keys 2 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard F1 through F12 are called function keys because they perform programmed functions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer For more information see Hot Keys on page 229 Windows special keys A 1 1 Application key L Windows logo key Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the Windows family of operating systems The Windows logo key activates the Start menu The Application key has the same function as the secondary mouse or TouchPad button Overlay keys Keyboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of 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 desktop computer s keyboard Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn the numeric overlay on and off press Fn and F11 simultaneously The numeric mode light on the status panel glows when the numeric overlay is on Learning the Basics 13 Starting a program You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the
148. only memory See ROM reboot See boot restart removable disk A disk that can be removed from a disk drive A diskette is one example of a removable disk resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen For a printer resolution is expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Synonymous with reboot 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 1s 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 BJOS memory Compare RAM select To highlight or otherwise specify text data or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it serial Processes that occur one at a time In communications it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel On your computer the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device Compare paralle
149. ooms 154 connecting to 149 downloading files 154 news groups 154 overview 152 problem solving 202 uploading files 154 Internet Explorer 111 Interrupt Request channel 204 InTouch Center 222 IRQ Interrupt Request channel 204 ISP Internet Service Provider 116 J jacks external speakers 30 headphone 30 microphone 29 K keyboard 35 71 85 key 35 caps lock key 71 caps lock light 35 character keys 71 Ctrl Fn and Alt keys 71 cursor control overlay 35 73 hot key 231 emulating full size 165 Fn esse 168 function keys 71 numeric overlay 35 72 hot key 231 overlay keys 72 problem solving 209 scroll lock hot key 231 Windows special keys 72 L LAN Local Area Network adapter 90 port 29 lighting 44 lights battery 58 103 current charge 37 103 caps lock 35 cursor control mode 35 73 disk activity 37 drive access 37 hard disk drive 58 main battery 37 103 numeric mode 35 72 power on off 36 system indicator 35 Li Ion Lithium Ion 100 locking cable 32 low battery alarm 105 main battery 100 102 charging before use 101 maximizing battery life 101 memory installing additional 48 problem solving 207 removing module 50 memory slot cover 40 microphone connecting external 158 jack 29 recording sounds 158 modem connecting to a phone line 88 determining the COM port 150 port 31 modes Power usage 99 256 e Safe 201 Standby 105 monitor connecting 147 connecting an external
150. operties 1 Clickthe My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properties to display the System Properties window 2 Clickthe Hardware tab lf Something Goes Wrong 20 Resolving a hardware conflict 3 Click the Device Manager button To view the device s installed double click the device type 5 Toview the properties double click the device The Device Properties dialog box appears providing various tabs from which to choose Some of the common ones are The General tab which provides basic information about the device The Driver tab which displays the drivers being used by the device For more information about Device Manager refer to the Windows XP online help Memory card problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory cards may cause errors that seem to be device related So it is worthwhile checking for these first 1 Click Start then click Turn Off Computer 2 Select Turn Off then click OK The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically 3 Remove the memory card Reinstall the memory card following the instructions in Installing additional memory optional on page 48 and making sure it 1s seated properly 5 Check for the error again 6 Ifthe error recurs remove the memory card entirely and check for the error again If removing the memory card eliminates the error the memory card may be faulty If the error recurs without the 208 I
151. oring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer Setting up the connection To set up an office connection consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations To set up a dial up connection use the New Connection Wizard 1 Click Start and point to All Programs 2 Point to Accessories then to Communications and click New Connection Wizard 3 Click Next and follow the on screen prompts setting up a wireless connection If your computer is equipped with the Wi Fi wireless communication module refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator for information on setting up a wireless connection Exchanging data with another computer To transfer a large amount of information between computers you need a wireless or physical connection and a synchronization program You can use the Windows XP Briefcase or a specialized synchronization program that transfer s data using a cable connected to the computers parallel ports Transferring files using a parallel port connection To transfer files using the computers parallel ports you need a LapLink compatible parallel cable Exploring Your Options 1 49 Connecting to the Internet Getting started 1 Connect the cable 2 Load the transfer program on both computers 3 Set any specific options 4 Start the transfer 5 When you have finished transferring files close the programs on
152. otection 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 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 represe
153. ou can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on This is called hot swapping Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use For example 4 Never remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it Exploring Your Options 1 65 Emulating a full size keyboard 4 Never remove a network card while you are connected to a network 4 Never remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it are operating DEFINITION SCSI is an acronym for Small Computer Systems Interface A single SCSI PC Card enables you to connect several SCSI devices such as a scanner or digital camera to your computer Before removing a PC Card shut it down by clicking the PC Card PCMCIA icon on the taskbar Once the PC Card has stopped you can safely remove it Emulating a full size keyboard Although the computer s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full size keyboard it has fewer keys Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full size keyboard For further information and instructions see Using the keyboard on page 70 for more information 1 O Exploring Your Options Emulating a full size keyboard Blank Page Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure y
154. our computer comes with enough memory to run most popular applications However you may want to increase the computer s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data With additional memory the computer 4 Can run more programs and open more documents at the same time 4 Will run your Windows operating system and Windows applications faster Installing a memory module If you are adding memory after you have started to use the computer begin at step 1 If you have not yet used the computer skip to step 3 1 If the computer is on click Start then click Turn Off Computer 2 Inthe Turn Off Computer dialog box select Turn Off The computer turns itself off Remove any cables connected to the computer 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down 5 Using a small Standard 1 Phillips screwdriver remove the screw that secures the memory slot cover then remove the cover Getting Started 40 Setting up your computer CAUTION To avoid damaging the computer s screws use a small Standard 1 Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition Removing the memory slot cover CAUTION Static electricity can damage the memory module iN Before you handle the module touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Oil or dust on the connectors can cause memory acce
155. our computer uses change settings for each mode or create your own mode To access Power Saver Properties 1 Open the Start menu then click Control Panel r 2 Double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon Toshiba Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibernate E The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management ou eee can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes 4 Plu ed in Kj E Power source Create copy AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 138 hours Details Life on Hibernation 64 days Running on batteries Create copy Details About TOSHIBA v Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function Any options that you change become effective when you click either OK or Apply Chapter 8 WinDVD 2000 WinDVD is a full featured multimedia control center that helps you get the most out of the exciting world of DVD technology You use it to play CDs and DVDs Playing DVDs Z TECHNICAL NOTE For optimum DVD performance always play DVDs while your computer is connected to AC power If your computer has a DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive you can use InterVideo WinDVD to play DVDs
156. our 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 4 Fn esse 9 4 Hardware Setup 9 4 Power Saver Fn esse Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba s Fn esse program provide quick ways to open programs documents and folders from within any Windows program without using the Start menu This section describes how to use the Fn esse program to quickly access your programs and files For information on creating desktop shortcuts see Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts on page 126 With Fn esse you can assign an Fn key combination to 16 1 68 a Utilities 4 Open a Windows program Open a 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 229 You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay Starting Fn esse To start Fn esse click Start point to All Programs Toshiba Utilities then click Fn esse The Fn esse keyboard appears 1 2 3 4 5 6 QW E A SD Z AXC VEN Fn esse window The keys are color coded as follows Available keys are black Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are sho
157. ow opens Notice that all the icons you dropped on the Recycle Bin are listed Getting to Know Windows XP 1 33 Lesson 12 Removing objects from the desktop DER 7 File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Gp Bact gt 2 I2 Search le Folders E Address Recycle Bin Mi em Recycle Bin Tasks g Empty the Recycle Bin B Restore all items Other Places Desktop E My Documen ts Mj My Computer 3 My Network Places Windows XP Home dition Eyaluatior eopy Build 2526 2 089 0 5 L1 11 21 Pr Sample Recycle Bin open on the desktop 4 Tocompletely remove an object select it and then click File Delete The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin Later on in your real work not in this tutorial you will use the Recycle Bin to delete other objects such as folders documents and sometimes even programs Still the process is the same Just drag an object s icon to the Recycle Bin If you change your mind and want to restore an object you sent to the Recycle Bin select the object with the secondary button and click Restore The Windows XP operating system restores the object to the place from which it was deleted But when you are absolutely certain that you never want to see it again delete it from the Recycle Bin To delete everything from the Recycle Bin at once choose Empty the Recycle Bin from the File menu 1 3 4 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 13 Using System Restore
158. ow to set up a wireless connection refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network locally or remotely 9 v Locally using the built in 10 100 Ethernet LAN adapter by connecting it to a standard RJ45 LAN line or by using the optional Wi Fi module For more information about wireless networking refer to your network administrator Remotely using the built in modem and a dial up connection For specific information about connecting to the local area network LAN or wide area network WAN consult your network administrator Setting up a modem connection e NOTE It is recommended that you do not use the infrared port at the same time as either playing audio or connecting to the internet via a modem Audio quality may be reduced and the modem connection may be slower or disrupted To use a dial up connection have your network administrator configure your computer for the network and supply you with the Learning the Basics 01 Setting up for communications telephone number To set up the network connection use the Remote Desktop Connection command 1 Click Start and point to All Programs 2 Pointto Accessories then to Communications and click Remote Desktop Connection 3 Enterthe phone number of your network connection and click Connect The computer connects with the network
159. own Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears To turn the volume down use the Volume Control program click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment and click Volume Control or Volume Control dial CAUTION When inserting and removing discs be careful not to touch the lens on the disc tray or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction If the computer is turned on press the eject button Learning the Basics 01 Using your CD or DVD drive Pressing the disc eject button If the computer is off either Slide the CD DVD Media Player power switch to the left to turn the drive on and press the stop eject button twice to release the disc tray 4 Press the manual eject button on the drive accessed through the small hole just to the right of the eject button For instructions see Removing a disc with the computer off on page 86 The disc tray partially opens 2 Pull the disc tray until it is fully open Opening the disc tray 82 Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive 3 Hold the disc by its edges ensure it is dust free and place it carefully in the disc tray with the label side up Inserting a disc into the drive tray CAUTION Handle discs carefully Avoid touching the surface of the disc Grasp it by its center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could lose data 4 Gently press the center of the
160. ows 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 Inthe Fn esse keyboard click the key you wish to change with the secondary button Fn esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box 2 Tochange the key assignment click Direct or Popup and continue as if you were creating a new assignment 3 Toremove the key assignment click Clear 1 f Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows To access it open the Start menu click Control Panel then double click Toshiba HW Setup Toshiba HWSetup Keyboard USB LAN Hardware Alarm Pointing Devices Display Boot Priority General Password Device Config Parallel Printer Toshiba HW Setup program allows you to configure your m computer Setup BIOS Version 0 10 08 10 2001 Default About Sample Toshiba HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes They are 4 General Allows you to view current BIOS hard disk drive and memory settings 4 Password Allows
161. page 105 Save your work and turn off the computer If you don t manage to do any of these things before the battery completely runs out of power the computer automatically enters Mobile Computing 1 05 Changing the main battery 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 For more information see Standby command on page 94 Battery alarms The computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low You can set each of the following alarms to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached Low Battery 4 Critical Battery You can set how the warning occurs by sounding an alarm displaying a message both or none You can also set the computer to enter Standby mode when the alarm goes off To set the alarm levels 1 Click Start and then click Control Panel 2 Double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The Power Options Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the Alarms tab 4 Set the alarm levels as desired For more information on battery alarms refer to your Windows XP documentation Changing the main battery When your battery runs out of power you have two options connect the AC adapter or install a fresh battery For instructions on using the AC adapter see Connecting the AC adapter on page 54 10 Mobile Computing Chang
162. program you are using it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Try the following before contacting Toshiba 4 Review the troubleshooting information in your Windows XP documentation 4 Ifthe 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 4 Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States call 800 457 7777 22 4 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 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 www pcsupport toshiba com 2 Next try one of Toshiba s online services The Toshiba Forum can be accessed through CompuServe by typing go toshiba Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba make sure you have 4 Your computer s serial number 4 The computer and any optional devices related to the problem 4 Backup copies of your Windows operating system and all other preloaded software on diskettes or CD ROM 4 Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation diskett
163. r power settings and save energy iz click Power Sample Display Properties dialog box 3 Click the Screen Saver tab 4 Click the arrow beside the current option probably None to open the screen saver list box 5 Scroll through the screen saver options by clicking the scroll arrows in the list box 6 Try a screen saver pattern by clicking a name in the list box Your selection appears in the monitor above the list box Try several patterns 7 Toapply a pattern to your desktop click Apply 8 After you have chosen a screen saver pattern and applied it to your desktop click OK You return to the desktop You can view any object s properties by clicking the object with the secondary button then choosing Properties from the shortcut menu that appears Getting to Know Windows XP 1 31 Lesson 11 Setting the date and time The next lesson explains how to set two other properties the date and time Lesson 11 Setting the date and time You initially set the computer s date and time properties when you turned the computer on for the first time To change the date and time settings 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel appears 2 Double click the Date Time icon The Date Time Properties dialog box appears Date and Time Properties Date amp Time Time Zone Internet Time Date by Ea Eo G4 5 6 I gt 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
164. re maintenance contact an authorized service location Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure 11 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 8001 Japan CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 CAUTION This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the i instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference In case of any trouble with this model please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exoosure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than med those specified in the owners manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure 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
165. rectory 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 the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it frontside bus The primary pathway bus between the CPU and the computer s main memory Also called system bus See also bus function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 typically located on the keyboard Their function is determined by the operating system and or individual programs gigabyte GB A unit of data equal to 1 073 741 824 bytes 1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes See also byte wn 249 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 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 phy
166. ries If not check with your local government for information on where to recycle or dispose of old batteries 10 Mobile Computing Traveling tips Only use replacement batteries recommended by Toshiba CAUTION The computer uses a lithium ion battery which can explode if not handled or disposed of properly Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible it may also be illegal Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in Selecting a place to work on page 41 also apply while traveling e hS Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust Always travel with the computer in a carrying case Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cables compact discs and diskettes For more information see the accessories information packaged with your computer or visit toshibaaccessories com TECHNICAL NOTE When traveling by air you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment The X ray equipment will not harm your computer Chapter 5 Getting to Know Windows XP This chapter introduces the Windows XP operating system by guiding you through a few basic tasks If you have used the Windows 2000 operating system you will find that th
167. rtcut menu of control panel options You can select a new control panel background color or select WinDVD to display the control panel in a different format You can also select About to display copyright and version information Using WinDVD advanced features Z TECHNICAL NOTE The DVD author determines which features the DVD supports Depending on the DVD format and the computers hardware configuration some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD Unsupported features appear gray and you cannot select them The features described in this section are available on the WinDVD expanded control panel To open the expanded control panel click the expanded controls button on the WinDVD main 1 Q WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features control panel See Using the WinDVD control panel on page 178 for help locating the expanded controls button WinDVD expanded control panel Or use keyboard Use this To do this shortcut Directional buttons use to T Up navigate the WinDVD menus Right as you would the arrow keys on 4 the keyboard The center button Down represents Enter Left Enter Numeric keypad use these 0 9 buttons to select a chapter by entering the chapter number After you have entered a chapter number click the enter button on the lower right corner of the numeric keypad to begin playing that chapter You can clear an entry by clicking
168. s XP Lesson I Exploring the desktop D FreedomWare Receive free offers discounts and productivity solutions a NOTE If you place the cursor over an icon a DODUD description of the file contents appears Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration See Windows XP online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it Start button You use the Start button to 4 Start programs 4 Access Microsoft Windows XP update information 9 h S Open recently accessed documents 4 Adjust system settings 4 Search for files 4 Access Windows Help and Support Run programs 4 Suspend system activity and shut down the computer For more information on starting programs see Lesson 6 Starting programs on page 120 Taskbar Each time you open a program a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar With some programs a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows Getting to Know Windows XP 1 1 3 Lesson 1 Exploring the desktop To make a program or window active click the associated button System tray The system tray displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background To learn more about each task position the cursor over the icon for a few moments and a short description of the task appears Typical ta
169. s button then the System Power Mode tab and select the options you want from the drop down lists When I close the lid Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut down when you close the display panel When I press the power button Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut down when you press the power button 4 Click Apply 5 Click OK then close the Control Panel Starting again after Shut down To start the computer up again press and release the power button The on off light changes to green Using Hibernation If you have enabled Hibernation on the Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog you can power down the computer using the Hibernation option as follows 1 Click Start then Turn Off Computer Learning the Basics O7 Powering down the computer 2 Hold down the Shift key and click Hibernation Turn off computer Hd dB Hibernate Turn Off Restart Sample Shut Down Windows dialog box The computer saves the state of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk and then turns itself off Going into Hibernation more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation by pressing the power button or closing the display panel To use either of these methods you first need to turn on the feature in the Power Saver utility 1 Open the Start menu then click Control Panel 2 Inthe Control Panel window double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon
170. s button on the taskbar Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change the size and position of Windows Explorer placing it on the right side of the desktop Now that the windows are side by side you can see how you could refer to one window while working in the other Getting to Know Windows XP 1 25 Lesson 8 Closing programs Resizing and moving windows allows you to rearrange the desktop to suit your needs Experiment with different sizes and placements of windows to find the best arrangement for your work At this point you have two programs open on the desktop The next lesson shows you how to close them Lesson 8 Closing programs Once you are finished working with a document or program it is a good idea to close it While you can run several programs at the same time having a large number of programs and documents open simultaneously can slow down your computer This lesson teaches you how to close the programs you opened earlier in this tutorial x 1 Click the Close button at the top right of the Explorer window That is all there is to it Windows Explorer closes removing the Explorer button from the taskbar as well 2 Close Paint and the My Computer window assuming it is still open by clicking the Close buttons for each program HINT Always save your work before you close a program 126 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts By adding shortcuts t
171. s 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 microprocessor and access memory directly If two or more devices use the same DMA the data required by one lf Something Goes Wrong 205 Resolving a hardware conflict device overwrites the data required by the other causing a hardware conflict Plug and Play With Plug and Play and the Windows XP operating system avoiding hardware conflicts 1s 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 You just plug in the device and turn on your computer The Windows XP operating system automatically sets up your system to accommodate the new device However if you install an older legacy device that the Windows XP operating system cannot recognize the operating system may have difficulty assigning system resources to it As a result a hardware conflict can occur To see what resources are assigned to the device see Checking device properties on page 206 Resolving conflicts There are three things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts 4 Disable the device For an older devic
172. 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 problem press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting If Something Goes Wrong 21 1 Resolving a hardware conflict If you are using an external monitor 4 Check that the monitor is turned on 4 Check that the monitor s power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet 4 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 4 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 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 th
173. sed operation or solve a specific problem Utilities are often related to computer system management W Web See World Wide Web Wi Fi A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi is another term for the IEEE 2 1 1b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components 249 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 200 Blank Page index A AC adapter 54 connecting the power cable 55 AC power cable connectors 233 light 36 problem solving 208 209 adding background to a window 144 additional memory 48 installing 48 alarm setting levels 105 types 105 Alt key 71 Application key 72 As Web Page option 144 Ask IRIS Online 222 audio CDs playing 38 78 audio features 158 avoiding strain and injury 42 43 45 battery 55 103 additional packs 100 alarm 105 charging 54 56 66 101 charging before use 47 conserving power 104 cover 40 determining remaining power 37 103 inserting into computer 107 light 37 58 103 Li Ion lithium ion 100 low charge 104 main 100 maximizing life 101 problem solving 208 209 release latch 40 removing 106 RTC real time clock 100 safe disposal 107 safety precautions 10
174. sical components of a computer system Compare software 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 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 244 vom K keyboard shortcut A key or combination of keys that
175. sks in the system tray are current time power usage mode and speaker volume To activate a specific task double click the appropriate system tray icon Desktop background When you first set up your computer the background image also called wallpaper on the desktop is the Toshiba background image You can change the background of your desktop To change the background 1 Click Start click Control Panel and then double click Display 2 Select the Desktop tab and choose the background you want to display on the desktop Then click OK The new background wallpaper is enabled Windows XP file system All files on your computer are organized for accessibility using a hierarchal file system Programs documents and other data are held in files These files can be grouped together in folders and folders can be grouped inside other folders for convenient organizing All the files and 114 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 2 Using the TouchPad pointing device folders reside in your computer on a storage device such as a disk drive You can think of your computer storage system in terms of office equipment You have a file cabinet device that contains folders and each folder may contain documents Your office may have more than one file cabinet just as your computer may have more than one disk drive Computers can be connected together to form a network so that programs documents and other data can be q
176. sonal injury or damage to the computer 9 v Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of the computer If the computer is used for long periods its case can become very warm While the temperature may not feel too hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time if you rest the computer on your lap for example your skin might suffer low heat injury Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use If two cards are installed both can become hot even if only one is being used Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period Avoid spilling liquids into 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 let it dry out before you use it again Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive 1s active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Getting Started 4f Setting up your computer 4 Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as large stereo speakers
177. ss problems 6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging holding it by its edges 7 Gently slide the module into the socket 00 Getting Started Setting up your computer Inserting the memory module 8 Push the module down until the latches on either side of the socket engage securing the module in the socket 9 Position the memory module cover on the computer and secure it with the screw 10 Turn your computer right side up 11 Reconnect any cables you disconnected 12 Turn on the computer 13 Click Start then click Control Panel to open the Control Panel 14 Double click the System icon to open the System Properties dialog box 15 Verify that the amount of RAM listed matches the amount of memory currently installed Removing a memory module Perform steps 1 through 5 in Installing a memory module on page 48 to access the computer s memory socket 2 Release the memory module by gently pressing outward on the latches on either side of the memory socket One edge of the module pops up Getting Started D Setting up your computer Removing the memory module 3 Remove the memory module from the computer and store it in antistatic packaging CAUTION Static electricity can damage the memory module Before you handle the module touch a grounded metal ua surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up Avoid touching the connectors on the memory modu
178. st time you turn on your computer the Windows XP operating system guides you through several essential steps to set up your software These steps may or may not appear in the following order 9 4 Select your time zone Getting Started 61 Using the computer for the first time Select one of the time zones listed by clicking the up and down arrow keys to highlight the appropriate time zone then click Next to change the setting Confirm acceptance of Microsoft s End User License Agreement and complete information about the operating system 4 You may be offered the opportunity to register your computer with Toshiba If not make sure you register later For more information see Registering your computer on page 61 NOTE To register online your computers modem must be connected to a voice grade telephone line or to a Local Area Network via the LAN port Read about Warranty Extensions and Upgrades This step provides important information from Microsoft 4 Sign up for Internet access Completing installation Upon completion you will be prompted to click Finish to restart your computer Registering your computer 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 To register your computer at a later time select No I do not want to register at this time A registr
179. stem 113 Lesson 2 Using the TouchPad pointing device 114 Lesson 3 Learning about the Internet 116 Lesson 4 Creating a new document 117 Lesson 5 Creating a new folder 119 Lesson 6 Starting programs e 120 Lesson Resizing repositioning and hiding windows 122 Using the taskbar se 123 Minimizing and maximizing windows 123 Resizing and moving windows 124 Lesson 8 Closing programs ss 125 Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts 126 Creating a shortcut to the Calculator 126 Creating a shortcut to the Character Map 127 Lesson 10 Changing the screensaver 129 Lesson 11 Setting the date and time 131 Lesson 12 Removing objects from the desktop 132 Lesson 13 Using System Restore 134 19 Lesson 14 If am lost what do do 135 Windows XP Help ene 135 Using the online tours and tutorials 137 Lesson 15 Turning off your computer 139 Chapter
180. such as installing a new program or changing your registry System Restore Settings To continue select an option and then click Next Sample System Restore welcome screen Getting to Know Windows XP 1 35 Lesson 14 If I am lost what do I do The Windows XP operating system guides you through the process of storing your system settings for future use It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time Lesson 14 If am lost what do do This lesson teaches you how to use some of the Help features in the Windows XP operating system Windows XP Help The Windows XP operating system has an excellent Help facility If you cannot figure out how to do something the answer is probably only a few clicks away Assume that you want to draw a picture but don t know how 1 If you have an application open press F1 otherwise click Start then click Help and Support The Help and Support window appears 2 If you do not see the Index click the Index icon on the toolbar Help and Support displays the Index 1 36 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 14 If I am lost what do I do Help and Support Center Q Back gt A a Index Sg Favorites 2 History Support x Options BM O B Help and Support Center Set search options op Windows XP Home Edition Index y Add to Favorites S Change View 2 Print K Locate in Contents Type in the keyword to find In
181. t Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably describes how to connect components and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface which is large enough for the computer and any other items you use such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation and prevent overheating 41 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from Dust moisture and direct sunlight 4 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 turning it on again If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on contact a Toshiba authorized service provider Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones 4 Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters Extreme heat cold or humidity Operate the computer within a temperature r
182. t 1s If this happens you may need to solve the problem on your own 20 4 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on the interaction of all devices programs 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 CD ROM 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 Direct Memory Access Similarly the data required by the device i
183. t it can continue to perform at its maximum speed The PC Card lock prohibits accidental ejection of the PC Cards The two stacked PCMCIA compatible PC Card slots allow you to install additional devices Each slot can accommodate a Type I or Type II PC Card Both slots are required to install a Type III PC Card For more information see Using PC Cards on page 161 CAUTION Keep foreign objects out of the PC Card slots A pin or similar object that accidentally gets into a slot can damage the computers circuitry The PC Card eject buttons allow easy removal of PC Cards Finding Your Way Around 33 Left side The Wi Fi switch available only on Wi Fi systems turns the optional 802 1 1b Wi Fi wireless communication system on or off NOTE The Wi Fi option must be factory installed at the time of order You cannot install it later The Wi Fi LED available only on Wi Fi systems glows orange when the wireless LAN functions are on mu The volume control dial allows you to adjust the volume of the computer s speakers q The battery lock releases the battery For more information see Charging the main battery on page 102 3 4 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display open Status panel Shortcut buttons Power button Keyboard Secondary control TouchPad button system indicator panel Front panel controls Primary control b
184. t speakers only gt Right vocal outputs vocals to right speakers only Both outputs vocals to both left and right speakers 6 Inthe Dolby Pro Logic box select the Always enable check box to enable Dolby Pro Logic Clear the check box to disable it 7 To test Dolby Pro Logic click the Test button Setting display properties 1 Launch WinDVD if it is not already running 2 Onthe WinDVD control panel click the Properties button WinDVD displays the Properties dialog box with the General tab on top 3 Inthe Properties dialog box click the Display tab The Display tab moves to the front Properties v Lock aspect ratio Startup in full screen mode OSD Properties dialog box with Display tab selected WinDVD 2000 1 89 Using WinDVD advanced features 4 Select the Lock aspect ratio check box to maintain the original aspect ratio when the video window is resized Otherwise clear the check box 5 Select the Startup in full screen mode check box to automatically start WinDVD each time with the video window maximized and the control panel hidden Otherwise clear the check box 6 Select the OSD On Screen Display check box to enable OSD Otherwise clear the check box 7 Click OK to save the settings Customizing the control panel You can configure the control panel s appearance Position the pointer over the control panel then click the secondary button to display a sho
185. t to All Programs Accessories System Tools and click ScanDisk 2 Click the drive you want to test 3 Select the type of test you want to use A thorough test is more complete but takes much more time than a standard test 4 Click Start If Something Goes Wrong 21 3 Resolving a hardware conflict ScanDisk tests 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 point to All Programs Accessories 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 which is available from your dealer Some programs run correctly but others do not This may be a software configuration problem If a program does not run properly review the program s hardware configuration requirements Most software documentation lists the minimum hardware requirements A diskette will not go into the 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 ma
186. te order out of this chaos You can resize and reposition windows so that you can see more than one of them at a time You can also hide windows by removing them from the desktop without actually closing your document or program This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size shape and position of windows open on the desktop Close button Maximize button Minimize button File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Oa S KE Search lie Folders zzz x A s e My Music e My Pictures a r MSN Explorer My Pictures EJ SPAN Inbox Y f XP Screens 3 SPAN Inbox Sample Windows Explorer open on the desktop Getting to Know Windows XP 1 23 Lesson 7 Resizing repositioning and hiding windows Using the taskbar If you have applications open on the desktop you can rearrange them by pointing your cursor to the taskbar and clicking the secondary button You have these options 4 Move windows 4 Size windows Minimize all windows display only the taskbar buttons Maximize windows 4 Close windows Choose your option depending on how you wish to set up your desktop Minimizing and maximizing windows 1 To make the Windows Explorer window the active window click the My Documents button on the taskbar The Windows Explorer title bar is highlighted to show that Windows Explorer is the active window L 2 Click the Minimize button at the top right corner of the Explorer window t
187. tened with water Do not use cleaning fluids 4 Never slide back the protective metal cover 4 Never touch the magnetic surface of a diskette Fingerprints can prevent the drive from reading the data stored on a diskette 4 Never twist or bend a diskette 4 Keep diskettes at room temperature and avoid exposing them to direct sunlight otherwise data may be lost 4 Never place heavy objects on your diskettes 4 Never eat smoke or use erasers near your diskettes Foreign particles can damage the diskette s surface 4 Keep your diskettes away from sources of magnetism such as speakers and radios these can destroy data Backing up your files Backing up your files simply means copying individual files to a diskette or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device such as a tape drive Copying to a diskette 1 Insert a diskette into the diskette drive 2 Double click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop 3 Double click the drive that contains the file you want to copy ri 8 Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive 4 Double click the folder containing the file then click the file you want to copy HINT Use the Ctrl or Shift key to select more than one file 5 Click File then point to Send To 6 Click the icon for the diskette drive 3 5 Floppy A HINT You can also back up a file to a diskette by clicking the file or files you want to back up with the secondar
188. ters 203 Windows logo key 72 Windows XP Briefcase 148 fails to start 200 Help 135 203 Preview 137 special features 141 Startup menu 201 Shut Down 139 Tours and Tutorials 137 WinDVD customizing 184 optional settings 182 region code 185 starting 176 wireless networking 147 Wizards Add Printer 62 Dial Up Networking Wizard 147 work environment considerations 41
189. tics 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 242 Som 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 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 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 di
190. titioned into two or more logical drives megabyte MB A unit of data equal to 1 048 576 bytes 1024 x 1024 bytes See also bytes memory Typically refers to the computer s main memory where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily such as RAM or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently such as ROM A computer s main memory is RAM See RAM ROM microprocessor See central processing unit CPU ea 240 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 periphera
191. trol panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player To play the CD or to pause click the Play pause button on the CD Player control panel 4 To return to the beginning of the preceding track on the disc click the previous track button 4 To go to the beginning of the following track on the disc click the next track button 4 To stop the CD click the Stop button 4 To adjust the volume click and drag the volume slider bar until the desired sound level is reached 86 Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive Playing a DVD This manual has a separate chapter on using the WinDVD software application for playing DVDs For information see WinDVD 2000 on page 175 Removing a disc Removing a disc with the computer on 1 Press the eject button CAUTION Never press the eject button while the computer is accessing the CD ROM DVD ROM drive If the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray wait for it to stop before you remove it 2 Pull the disc tray until it is fully open remove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Close the disc tray Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Inserta slender object such as a straightened paper clip into the manual eject button hole CAUTION Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it 2 Pullthe disc tray until it is fully open r
192. try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the equipment and the 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 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 10 Approved Countries for use This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries in Fig 1 Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland Germany Iceland Ireland Japan Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Sweden Switzerland UK USA Greece Italy France Poland Portugal Spain 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 requi
193. uch 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 refers 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 tom LAI 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
194. uickly and easily shared between computers You can use the My Computer feature on the desktop to access any file in the Windows file system For more information read the Microsoft documentation that comes with your computer Lesson 2 Using the TouchPad pointing device Getting Started introduced you to the TouchPad which is your basic tool for moving around the screen and performing computing tasks This lesson lets you practice using the TouchPad 1 Move the cursor to the Start button then click the primary button to open the Start menu y NOTE In this guide the term click refers to the primary button the left button Instructions requiring the secondary button specifically mention that button For example click the secondary button 2 Click an empty area of the desktop to close the Start menu 3 With the pointer in an empty area of the desktop click the secondary button the smaller one to open the desktop shortcut menu Getting to Know Windows XP 1 1 5 Lesson 2 Using the TouchPad pointing device As the name implies shortcut menus provide quick access to many Windows XP features Arrange Icons By Refresh Paste Paste Shortcut Undo Move Chrl 2 Mew Properties Sample desktop shortcut menu 4 Click an empty area to close the shortcut menu 5 Move the pointer to the My Computer icon then click the primary button twice rapidly This process is known as double clicking
195. uits for processing memory input output and or control functions Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards click To press and release the TouchPad control button or mouse button without moving the TouchPad or mouse Refers to the left mouse button or primary TouchPad control button unless otherwise stated See also double click color palette A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time compatibility The extent to which computers programs or devices can work together harmoniously using the same commands formats or language as another configuration 1 The collection of components that make up a single computer system 2 How parts of the system are set up that is configured 240 msn controller A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa For example disk drives monitors keyboards and printers all require controllers CPU See central processing unit CPU CPU cache A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs See also cache L1 cache L2 cache 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
196. ultaneously The Close Program dialog box displays all the programs and processes currently in operation If the program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside it 2 Click End Task 3 When the dialog box appears click End Task again To turn off Standby mode 1 Open the Start menu then click Control Panel 2 Inthe Control Panel window double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The Power Saver Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the System Power Mode tab 4 Inboth System stand by drop down lists select the appropriate option 5 Click Apply then click OK 200 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 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 release the power button The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the 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 diskette drive then press the power button The computer displays the Non system disk or disk error message Make sure there is no diskette 1n the diskette drive If there is one remove it and press any key to continue If pressing any key does not work press t
197. ulty power cable 208 further assistance 223 hardware conflict 203 204 205 hot swapping 217 Internet 202 keyboard locks and computer won t restart 210 unexpected characters 209 memory cards 207 modem 219 PC Card 215 216 217 218 checklist 216 error 218 power problems 208 printer 218 will not print 219 program doesn t run 213 program performed illegal operation 198 program stops responding 197 199 259 screen display blank 210 doesn t look right 211 external device does not work 212 problem with display settings 211 screen flickers 211 sound 215 sound system 215 Windows Millennium Edition 200 201 turning computer on off 57 93 95 96 98 125 turning off the computer 66 U Uniform Resource Locator URL 142 153 universal power supply 233 Universal Serial Bus mouse 52 port 30 ports 30 URL Uniform Resource Locator 142 153 USB port 30 USB Universal Serial Bus mouse 52 port 30 using PC Cards 161 utilities Toshiba Power Saver 96 97 98 V video features exploring 156 Virtual Tech 222 volume adjusting 161 260 e W World Wide Web 153 warranty SelectServ 26 wav files recording 158 Web address 153 Web browsers 153 Web sites 203 224 opening a page 116 Web style 144 Wi Fi wireless networking 147 windows adding a background 144 minimizing and maximizing 123 resizing and moving 122 124 Windows Explorer 73 Windows Help Support Online 203 troubleshoo
198. use the files included in the Windows XP operating system Inserting PC Cards Inserting a PC Card 1 If your PC Card does not support hot swapping save your data and turn off the computer before inserting the PC Card For more information see Hot swapping on page 164 2 Hold the PC Card with the arrow side up and the connector side toward the slot Exploring Your Options 1 63 Using PC Cards 3 Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place NOTE If you have a Type lil card insert the connector into the lower slot If you have a Type or Type Il card you can insert it into either the upper or the lower slot There are two eject buttons one per slot When the PC Card is seated the eject button for that slot pops out Locking the PC Card in place CAUTION To avoid damaging the PC Card or the compuler do not force the card into the PC Card slot 4 Slide the PC Card lock to the right 1 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Removing PC Cards 1 Click the PC Card button on the taskbar 2 Click Stop xxxx where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card A message advises you that you may safely remove the card 3 To remove the PC Card press the slot s eject button once Ejecting a PC Card 4 Remove the PC Card and store it properly Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that y
199. utton The screen is either A 13 3 inch diagonal Thin Film Transistor TFT color liquid crystal display LCD or A 14 1 inch diagonal Thin Film Transistor TFT color liquid crystal display LCD A 15 0 inch diagonal Thin Film Transistor TFT color liquid crystal display LCD DEFINITION TFT Thin Film Transistor is an active matrix LCD technology that uses one TFT for each cell Active matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passive matrix displays The lights on the status panel provide information about various keyboard functions The shortcut buttons allow you direct access to application programs Finding Your Way Around 3 D Front with the display open The power button turns the computer on and off The keyboard provides all the functionality of a full size keyboard For more information see Using the keyboard on page 70 The lights on the system indicator panel provide information about various system functions The front panel controls allow convenient use of the CD DVD Media Player For more information see Front panel controls on page 37 The computer s TouchPad allows you to position the cursor on the screen The two control buttons work with the TouchPad The left button acts as the primary button on a mouse The right button acts as the secondary button on a mouse Status panel gt The caps lock light glows when you press the Caps Lock key
200. vers using Web site images as desktop backgrounds viewing as thumbnails cosie m moi aad wohebla m Display For information about using Paint click the Help menu in Paint Sample drawing Help window 5 Click the Open Paint link The Paint program opens Not every Help topic contains a hot link to start the program it is talking about However when you do encounter one it provides a convenient way to start the program to look at it while you read about the program in the Help topic Using the online tours and tutorials Whether you are new to computers or you have some experience the Windows XP Tours and Tutorials collection is a good place to start If you arer not familiar with either the Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system start with Windows Basics If you have used the Windows 2000 operating system What s New in Windows is a helpful introduction to the new features in the Windows XP operating system 1 3 8 Getting to Know Windows XP Lesson 14 If I am lost what do I do Help and Support Center Help and Support Center Wind P Home Edition v t Add to Favorites b Change View Print n Locate in Contents HI Windows basics Core Windows tasks Wi n d ows b asi cs C Searching For information O Protecting your computer G Keeping Windows up to date C Tips for using Help Brush up on W you are a beginr See Also Windows Glossary Windows keyboar
201. wn on the Fn esse keyboard in the selected color Unavailable keys are dark gray Toshiba Utilities 1 69 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 4 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 Inthe Explorer window highlight the program or document file you wish to assign 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 wish assigned 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 1 0 Toshiba Utilities 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 4 Using t
202. y making sure it has shut completely You press the disc eject button but the drive tray does not slide out Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on The CD ROM DVD ROM drive eject mechanism requires power to operate To remove a disc without turning on the computer use a narrow object such as a straightened paper clip to press the manual eject button This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button on the right side of the computer If Something Goes Wrong 21 D Resolving a hardware conflict Some discs run correctly but others do not If the problem is with an application CD ROM refer to the software s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program s needs The color of the materials used to make the disc can affect its reliability Silver colored CD ROMs are the most reliable followed by gold colored CD ROM Green colored CD ROMs are the least reliable Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer Adjust the volume control If you are using an external headphone or speakers check that they are securely connected to your computer Check to ensure that the sound function is enabled PC Card problems PC Cards PCMCIA compatible include many types of devices such as a removable hard disk additional memory or pager Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards If you re having trouble
203. y be obstructing 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 the hard disk make sure there is no diskette 1n the diskette drive 211 4 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you are starting the computer from a diskette the diskette 1n the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer Replace it with a bootable diskette The drive can t 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 ScanDisk on the faulty diskette for instructions see Disk drive problems on page 212 CD ROM DVD ROM drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive Make sure the drive tray has closed properly Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drive tray and remove the disc Make sure the drive tray is clean Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty If necessary wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Replace the disc in the tray Make sure it is lying flat label side uppermost Press the disc down until it locks on the spindle Close the drive tray carefull
204. y button then pointing to Send To and clicking 3 5 Floppy A Using your CD or DVD drive Your computer may have a CD ROM drive DVD ROM drive or a DVD ROM CD RW multifunction drive CD ROM drives can play back prerecorded CDs DVD ROM drives can play back both prerecorded CDs and DVDs With a CD RW drive you can write files including music to a CD Recordable CD R or CD Rewritable CD RW disc A DVD ROM CD RW multifunction drive can do all of these things Compact discs CDs store up to 600 MB of data or music You use CD ROMs to load and run software and to access reference material such as catalogs as well as listen to music A special feature allows you to play audio CDs even when the computer is turned off Digital versatile discs DVDs provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform These features include wide screen movies multiple language tracks digital surround sound multiple camera Learning the Basics 19 Using your CD or DVD drive angles and interactive menus The computer can play high resolution video at up to 30 frames per second NOTE For optimum DVD performance Toshiba recommends that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power Drive components and control buttons The CD DVD control buttons are located on the front of the computer so that you can access them whether the display pan
205. zing battery life A main 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 If you are not going to use the computer for a long period of time remove the battery 4 Alternate between battery packs if you have a spare Make sure the computer is off when you are replacing the battery 4 Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight TECHNICAL NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on applications power management settings f and features used Charging batteries The main battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer 1 0 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the main battery To charge the main battery plug the computer into a live AC outlet The battery light glows amber while the battery is being charged It takes two to three hours to charge the battery with the computer off It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is On TECHNICAL NOTE The battery does not charge while the L computer is consuming full power The battery may not start charging immediately 1f The battery is extremely hot or cold To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity wait unti

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