Toshiba 1955-S805 manual

5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 TOSHIBA C6644-0103M1 Satellite ® 1955 Series User’ s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ InT ouch ® 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 186 in this guide.[...]

2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Model: Satellite ® 1955 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased ma y include a ReWritable CD and/or D VD driv e(s), among the mo st adv anced data storage technologies av ailable. As with any ne w technology , you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guide[...]

3 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ANY CRITICAL APPLICA TIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICA TION, Y OU , AND NO T TOSHIB A, ASSUME FULL RESPONS IBILITY FOR SUCH USE. FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and f ound to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These lim its are d[...]

4 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Contact: T oshiba America Inform ation Syst ems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industr y Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadi an ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC Requirements The following inform[...]

5 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 company will gi ve you notice, in writi ng, to allow you to mak e any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If any o f your telephone equipment is not operating properly , you should immediately remov e it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the tele [...]

6 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 aw are that compliance with the abov e conditions may not prev ent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coo rdinated by a representativ e designated by the s upplier . Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipm ent, or equipment malfunctions, may giv e the tele[...]

7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Caution Bluetooth™ and W ireless LAN devices oper ate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one an other . If you u se Bluetooth™ and W irelessLAN devices simultaneously , you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or e ven lose your netw ork connection. If you should[...]

8 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Regulatory Information The TOSH IB A Wi reless LAN Mini PCI Ca rd must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’ s inst ructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the pr oduct. This de vice complies wit h the following radio frequency and safety standards. Canada – Industr y[...]

9 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 België/ Belgique: For outdoor usage only channel 10 (245 7 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is allowed. For pri v ate usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is req uired. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for pr i v ate usage outside b uildings across public grou[...]

10 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with P art 15 of FC C Rules. Operation of the de vices in a W ireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This de vice may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept an y in terference that ma y cause undesired operati[...]

11 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 conjunction with any other antenna or tr ansmitter . Antenna(s) used in 5.15- 5.25GHz frequency band must be integr al antenna which provide no access to the end user . Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identif ied in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information. Relev ant transmitters i[...]

12 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Lo w power radio frequenc y electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from indu strial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery . Using this equipment in Japan In Japan, the frequ ency ban dwidth of 2,400.2,4 83.5MHz for second g eneration lowpo wer data communicati[...]

13 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5 916 Fax: 0 3-5444-945 0 Device Authorization This device obtains the T echnical Regu lation Conformity Certification and the T echnical Conditions Complian ce Approval, and it belongs to the de vice class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio[...]

14 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user . Approved Countries for use This equipment is approv ed to the radio standard by the countries in Fig.1. Caution: Do not use this equipment excep t in the countries in Fig.1. Caution:[...]

15 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Location of the required label (Sample shown below . (Location of the label and manufacturing information may v ary .) CA U T I O N : This appliance contains a laser system and is classified a s a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for y our future[...]

16 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Notice The information contained in this ma nual, including b ut not limited to an y product specificatio ns, is subject to change without notice. TOSHIB A CORPORA TION AND TOSHIB A AMERICA INFORMA TION SYS TEMS, INC. (TOSHIB A) PRO VIDES NO W ARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY O THER INFORMA TION CONT AINED HEREIN[...]

17 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Contents Introduction ........ ........................................ .............. 25 This guide .............................................................. 25 Safety icons ........................................................... 26 Other icons used .............................................. 27 Other docume[...]

18 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Chapter 2: Getting Started ....................... ................. 41 Selecting a place to work ....................................... 41 Creating a computer -friendly environment ....... 41 Keeping yourself comfortable .......................... 42 Precautions ................................................[...]

19 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Chapter 3: Learning the Basi cs.................. ................ 71 Computing tips ...................................................... 71 Using the keyboard ................................................ 72 Character keys ................................................. 73 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ........[...]

20 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Using Standby ....................................................... 99 Going into Standby mode more quickly ......... 100 T oshiba’ s online resources ................................... 101 Chapter 4: Mobile Computin g .................. ............... 102 T oshiba’ s energy-saver design ................[...]

21 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Lesson 4: Creating a new document .................... 124 Lesson 5: Creating a new folder ........................... 125 Lesson 6: Starting programs ............................... 126 Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows ........................................................ 129 Using the t[...]

22 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Accessing the wireless modules using your system tray .............................................. 156 Setting up a direct cable connection .............. 157 An over view of using the Internet ........................ 157 The Internet ................................................... 158 The World Wide W eb[...]

23 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Using the control panel playback buttons ...... 177 Maximizing the video window ........................ 181 Using WinDVD Advanced Features ...................... 181 Using playlists ..................................................... 182 Creating a Playlist .......................................... 182 Playi[...]

24 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Before you call ............................................... 218 Contacting T oshiba ........................................ 218 Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites ........................ 219 T oshiba’ s worldwide offices ................................. 220 Appendix A: Hot Keys ....... .................[...]

25 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 I n t r oduct ion W elcome to the world of po werful and portable multimedia computers! W ith your new T oshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you where ver you go. Y ou will find that your Microsoft ® W indows ® XP operating system is already installed on your computer . It offers e xciting f[...]

26 Introduction Safety icons 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Safety icons This manual contains safety instru ctions that must be observed in order to av oid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions hav e been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons hi[...]

27 Introductio n Other documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highl ights technical information about the computer . HINT : This icon denotes helpful hi nts and tips. DEFINITION: Th is icon indi cates th e defini tion of a term used in the t[...]

28 Introduction Service options 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Ser vice options T oshiba of fers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ ® warranty programs. F or more information, visit T oshiba’ s W eb site at toshiba.com. If you hav e a problem or need to contact T oshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 186 .[...]

29 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Chapter 1 Finding Y our W ay Around This chapter presents a “grand tour” of the exterior features of your notebook comp uter . It serves as a reference when you need to locate parts of the computer . Making sure you have ever ything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to [...]

30 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display closed 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Front with the display closed The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. T o open the display panel, slid e the display latch to the right and raise the panel. On those systems with W i-Fi TM , the wir eless antenna on-off switch turns the computer[...]

31 Finding Y our Way Around Back 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The LAN port enables you to connect the computer to a local area network using a 10/100 Ethernet link. The modem port enables you us e a RJ11 telephone cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line. F or more information, see “Connecting the modem” on page 90 . i.LINK ?[...]

32 Finding Y our Way Around Right side 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Right side The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices, such as e xternal speakers. Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers. The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you connect an external mo[...]

33 Finding Y our Way Around Left side 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 CAUTION: Never use a p encil to press the manual eject butto n. Pencil lead can break off inside the compu ter and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip. Left side The cooling vents pre vent the computer’ s c entral processing unit (CPU) from ov erheat[...]

34 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Front with the display open The power b utton turns the computer on and of f. The stereo speakers let you hear sounds, such as system alarms associated with your software, and music from D VD-R OMs and audio CDs. The function keys , when used with the Fn ke y , activ [...]

35 Finding Y our Way Around F ront with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 For more information on Primary and Secondary control bu ttons, see “Using the T ouchPad™” on page 55 . The CD/D VD control b uttons allow you to play aud io CDs when the computer is turned of f. Y o u can also use them to play CDs and D VDs with the computer tur[...]

36 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Keyboard indicator panel The numeric mode light glo ws when the numeric ov erlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an ov erlay key ty pes the number printed on the front of the ke y instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the k ey . The cursor control [...]

37 Finding Y our Way Around F ront with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 System indicator panel The system indicator l ights are under a t inted panel and are visible only when the feature they represent is either on, or both on and activ e. The AC p o w e r l i g h t glo ws green when the computer is connected to an external po wer source.[...]

38 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so could damage the media in use and result in loss of data. CD/DVD control buttons The control b uttons near the di splay latch are for playing CDs and D VDs. Y ou can pla y audio CDs while the com[...]

39 Finding Y our Way Around Underside 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The next track b utton causes the disc player to skip to the follo wing track on the disc. NOTE: If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer starts up and you need to log on before being able to play a CD or DVD. The play/pause b utton begins play , or pauses t[...]

40 Finding Y our Way Around Underside 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The cooling vent helps keep your computer at an optimum temperature. CAUTION: T o prevent possible overheatin g of the CPU, make sure you do not block the cooling vents. The battery pack lets you use your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not av ailable. F o r i n f o r m a t[...]

41 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for w orking comfortably , describes ho w to connect components, and ex plains what to do the first time you use your n otebook computer . Selecting a place to work Y our computer is portable and designed to be used in a v ariety of circumstances and locations. Creating[...]

42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Equipment that ge nerates a st rong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (oth er than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change , such as air conditioner vents or heate[...]

43 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ If you are using an e xternal monitor , the top of the display should b e no higher than e ye lev el. ❖ 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 , mainta in good posture with your bod[...]

44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lo wer curv e of your spine. If necessary , use a cushion to provi de extra back support. Lo wer-back-support cushions are a v ailable at many of fice supply store s. ❖ Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips[...]

45 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 W ork habits The key to a voiding discomfort or injury from strain is to v ary your acti vities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day . Findin g ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and impro ve yo ur ef ficienc y . ❖ T ake frequent breaks to [...]

46 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Some PC Cards can become ho t with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot e ven if only one is being use d. Overheating of a PC Card can re sult in errors or instability in its operation. Be careful when you remov e a PC Card that has been used for a lo[...]

47 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Setting up your computer Y our computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. T o use external po wer or to ch arge the battery , attach the A C adapter . See “Connecting the A C adapter” on page 50 . Setting up your softw[...]

48 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 5 Click Ye s to register , or No to exit the process. NOTE: If you click No , you may register with T oshiba by clicking the Register with T osh iba icon on the desktop. 6 Enter your personal inform ation in the re gistration window . 7 Enter your name and click Finish to complete [...]

49 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Adding external devices NOTE: Before adding external devices, T oshib a recommends setting up your software f irst. See “Setting up your software” on page 47 . Before starting to use your comp uter , you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory (see “Installing additional memory[...]

50 Getting Started Connecting the A C adapter 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Connecting the AC adapter The A C adapter enables you to power the computer from an A C outlet and to charge the computer’ s batteries. The A C po wer light on the computer glows when the de vic e is plugged in. P ower cable and A C adapter CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter supp[...]

51 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Connecting the power cable to the A C adapter 2 Plug the A C adapter into the DC-IN jack on the back of the computer . Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Connect the po wer cable to a liv e electrical outlet. The A C power and battery lights glo w .[...]

52 Getting Started Char ging the battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 DANGER: Damaged power cab les can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify , forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cable. If the power cable becomes damag ed or the plug overheats, dis- continue use. There is a risk of electric shock. Never remove [...]

53 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turn ed off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery . Using the computer for the first time Opening the [...]

54 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 3 T urn on the computer by pressing the po wer button located abov e the keyboard. Pr essing the power button NOTE: When you turn on the comp uter for the first time, don’t turn off the power again until the operating sy stem has loaded completely . The A C po wer l[...]

55 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using the T ouchPad™ The T ouchPad, the s mall, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensiti ve to touch and enables you to mov e the cursor with the stro k e of a f inger . Simply mov e your finger on the T ouchPad in the direction you’ d lik[...]

56 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 left one and corresponds to the left mouse b utton. T o double- click, press the primary butto n twice in rapid succession. The function of the secondary button depends on the prog ram you are using. It usually correspo nds to the right mouse button. Check your progra[...]

57 Getting Started Setting up other devices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Setting up other devices Installing additional memory (optional) Y our computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’ s popular applications. Y ou may want to increase the computer’ s memory if you use com plex software or process large amounts of data. Y our computer [...]

58 Getting Started Setting up other devices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 5 Close the display p anel and turn the compute r upside do wn to locate the expansion memory slot co ver to the empty memory slots. Base of the computer 6 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 scre wdriv er , unscrew the four scre ws that secure the mem or y s lo t c over, an d t he n r[...]

59 Getting Started Setting up other devices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 CAUTION: Static electricity ca n damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal su rface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up . T o avoid damaging the memor y module, be ca reful not to touch its gold connector bar (on the side y[...]

60 Getting Started Setting up other devices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 11 Replace the memory slot cov e r . 12 Replace the scre ws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery . 14 T urn the computer ov er and reconnect any cables you remov ed. 15 T o verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start , then click Contr ol Panel. ?[...]

61 Getting Started Using an external k e y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer provided that the k eyboard is USB- compatible. T o connect a k eyboard, attach its cable to one of the computer’ s USB ports. Connecting a printer NOTE: Read the docum[...]

62 Getting Started Connecting a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Connecting a USB printer Y ou can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through the USB ports. T o dete rmine if the printer is USB- compatible, check its documentation. T o make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, which may com e with your printer . Y ou can pur[...]

63 Getting Started Connecting a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using the Add Printer Wizard T o set up a printer with the Add Printer W izard: 1 Click Start , Contr ol Panel . 2 Click Printers and Other Hard ware . 3 Click Printers and F axes . The Printers and Faxes windo w appears. Sample Printers and F axe s window 4 Click Add a Printer . The A[...]

64 Getting Started Connecting an external diskette drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample Add Printer W izard 5 Follo w the instructions. HINT : If you ar e using more than one printer , make sure the printer name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference between other printers. Connecting an external diskette drive Some operations, such [...]

65 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 T o connect an optional external USB disk ette dri ve, connect the cable to one of the USB ports. Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Using external display devices Y our computer comes with a built-in LCD display , but you can easily attach an external monito[...]

66 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you’ ve connected an e xternal display de vice, you can choose to use the internal display only , the external de vice only , or both simultaneously . The quickest w ay to change the display output settings is[...]

67 Getting Started T urning off the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to us e the simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the in ternal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external dis play device must support a resolution of 800 X 600 or higher . Display limitations The qualit[...]

68 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ If you hav e work in progress and are not connected to a network, u se the operating system Standby command to sav e your system settings to memory so that, when you turn on the com puter again , you automatically return to where you left of f. ❖ Ne ver turn of f the po wer w[...]

69 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Moving the computer Before moving your computer , ev en across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the dri ve-in-use lights stop glo wing) and all ex ternal peripheral cables are disconnected. CAUTION: Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (whe[...]

70 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 3 Insert the cable’ s locking end into the security lock slot located on the right side of th e computer , then rotate the ke y a quarter turn and remo ve it. The computer is no w securely locked to deter theft. Locking the computer[...]

71 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Chapter 3 Learning t he Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Sa ve your w ork frequently . Y our work stays in the computer’ s temporary memory until you sa ve it to the disk. Y ou will lose all unsa ved work, if, for e xample, a system[...]

72 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Back up your files to diskettes (or other remov able storage media) on a re gular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly f a ils, you may lose all the data on it unless you ha ve a separate backup copy . ❖ Use Disk De[...]

73 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Character keys T yping with the character keys is v ery much like typing on a type writer , except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space chara cter instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lo wercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The[...]

74 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl, Fn and Alt ke ys The Ctrl , Fn , and Alt ke ys do dif ferent things depending on the program you are usi ng. For more i nformation, see your program documentation. Function keys The function ke ys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at [...]

75 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Overlay keys Sample ke yboar d overlay k e ys The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor ov erlay . This overlay lets you enter numeric data or co ntrol the cursor as you w ould using the ten-k ey k eypad on a desktop computer’ s ke yboard[...]

76 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 T o use the cursor control o verla y when the numeric o verlay is on, press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor co ntrol ke ys. T o return to the numeric overl ay , release Shi ft . T o turn off the numeric k eypad ov erlay , hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The nu[...]

77 Learning the Basics Saving your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Use W indows ® Explorer or My Computer to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box The W indows ® XP operating system’ s tutorial chapter gi ves step-by-step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu. See “Lesson 6: Starting programs” on page 126 . S[...]

78 Learning the Basics Printing your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Printing your work V erify that the ope ra ting system is set up for your printer as described in “Connecting a printer” on page 61 . TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you[...]

79 Learning the Basics Bac king up your f iles 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual f iles to a diskette or copying ent ire sections of you r hard disk to another de vice, such a s a tape dri ve. Copying to an optional diskette drive 1 Insert a diskette into the opt ional e xternal diskette dr[...]

80 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (D VDs) provide a signif icant increase in data storage and support features that are not a v ailable on an y other[...]

81 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 A special feature allows you to play audio CDs e ven when the computer is turned off. For more information, see “CD/D VD control buttons” on page 82 . Drive components and control buttons The D VD-R OM or Multifunction dri ve is on the right side of the co[...]

82 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 HINT : When the computer is off and the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive is on, press the stop/eje ct control button to eject a disc. Th e computer needs to be in CD/DVD mode for this command to work properly . CD/DVD control buttons The control b uttons on the [...]

83 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Digital audio The play/pause b utton starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently playin g. The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. Y ou can eject a disc by pressing the stop/eject button twice. Use this method to eject a disc w[...]

84 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Inserting a disc WARNING: Before playing an audio CD or a DVD, tu rn the volume down. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. T o turn the volume down, use the volume control dial or access the Volume Control program (click Star t , All Prog[...]

85 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Pr essing the eject button The disc tray partially opens. CAUTION: T o avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that the disk activity light is off before opening the disc tray . 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open. 3 Hold the disc by its edges and[...]

86 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 CAUTION: Be careful not to t o uch the drive’ s lens (located underneath the drive’ s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place. P osition[...]

87 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 1 Press the eject button on the dri ve. CAUTION: Do not press the eject button while the in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the driv e. Also, if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tra y , wait for it to stop spi[...]

88 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Click on the center of the desktop icon for the player , and select Switch to full mode from the pop-u p menu. ❖ Right-click anywhere on the player , and select Switch to full mode from the pop-up menu. Sample W indows Media TM Player scr een The W indow[...]

89 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and D VDs contain files just lik e diskettes and the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store f iles that require a lot of space, such as photographs and large presentation f iles. Y ou can use Explorer or My Comput[...]

90 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Connecting the modem Y our computer comes with a built-in modem and a b uilt-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter . T o use the modem, you must connect it to a standard RJ11 telephone line. F or more information on yo ur modem, go to toshiba. com . NOTE: Due to FCC limitations, [...]

91 Learning the Basics Using the i.LINK® port 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Remotely , using the built-in modem and a dial-up connection. T o set up the netw ork connection, use the Network Setup Wi z a r d : 1 Click Start and point to All Pr ograms . 2 Point to Accessories , then to Communications , and click Network Setup W izard . 3 Follo w the o[...]

92 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Powering down the computer When you po wer down the compu ter , you hav e three options to choose from: T urn Of f (o r Shut down), Hibernate and Standby . Each option has its adv antages. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using an y of these options to power down your compute r , save[...]

93 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open programs and f iles you were pre viously using. Hibernation command Hibernation mo de shuts the co mp uter down completely , but it first sa ves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. Since Hiber[...]

94 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Standby command The Standb y command puts the computer into a po wer- sav ing mode. Standb y holds the current state of the comput er in memory so that, when you restart the computer , you can continue working from where you left of f. Factors to consider when choosing Stand[...]

95 Learning the Basics Using T urn Off or Shut down 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using T urn Off or Shut down For th e Win dows ® XP Home operating system, follow these steps to shut do wn the computer: 1 Click Start , select T urn off computer . The T urn off computer dialog box ap pears. Sample T urn off computer dialog box 2 Click Tu r n O f f . The[...]

96 Learning the Basics Using T urn Off or Shut down 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 1 Click Start , then click Contr ol Panel . The Control P anel appears. 2 Click the Perf ormance and Maintenance icon. 3 Click the T oshiba Power Management icon. 4 Select the Advanced tab . The follo wing screen appears. Sample System power mode settings 5 Select Pow e r O[...]

97 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 7 Close the Control Panel. NOTE: For more information about the Po wer Saver utility , see “Power Management” on page 172 . Starting again after T urn Off or Shut Down T o start the computer up again, press and hold the po wer button until t he on/of f light changes to green. Usin[...]

98 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Configuring your computer for Hibernation: 1 Open the Start menu, then click Contr ol Panel. 2 Click the Perf ormance and Maintenance icon, and then click the T oshiba Power M anagement icon. 3 Click the Advanced tab . 4 Select Hiber nation for the options you want. When I press the p[...]

99 Learning the Basics Using Standby 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using Standby The Standb y command puts the computer into a po wer- sav ing mode. Standb y holds the current mode of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer , you can contin ue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in S[...]

100 Learning the Basics Using Standby 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 NOTE: If you hold down the shift key , Stand By becomes Hibernate in the T urn Off Compute r dialog box. T o enter hibernation mode, you must hold down the shift key while you select Hibernate. The computer sa ves the status of all op en programs and f iles to memory , turns off the disp[...]

101 Learning the Basics T oshiba’ s online r esour ces 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 6 Close the Control Panel. NOTE: For more information about the Po wer Saver utility , see “Power Management” on page 172 . Starting again from Standby mode T o start up the computer from Standb y mode, press the po wer button until t he on/of f light changes to gr[...]

102 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Chapter 4 Mobile Computing This chapter cov ers all aspect s of using your computer while tra veling. T oshiba’ s energy-saver design Y our computer enters a low-po wer standby mode when it is not being used, thereb y conserving ener gy and sa ving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance it[...]

103 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Battery Notice T o ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity , operate the computer on battery power at least on ce a month until the battery is fully dischar ged. Please see “Maximizing battery life” on page 112 for procedures. If the computer is co[...]

104 Mobile Computing Char ging batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Charging batteries The main battery needs to be char ged before you can use it to po wer the computer . Y ou can char ge the battery using your computer , or you can use an optional battery charger . CAUTION: Never leave batteries in the batter y charger for more than a week at a time[...]

105 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Charging the RTC battery The computer contains an internal battery that provides po wer for the real-time clock (R TC) and calendar . During normal use, the main battery k eeps the R TC battery adequately charged. Occasiona lly , the R TC battery may lose its charge completely , [...]

106 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Determining remaining batter y power NOTE: Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining batter y power . The computer needs this time to check the batter y’ s remaining capacity and perform its calculatio ns. 1 Click Start , then[...]

107 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Whether you us e an y optional de vices to which the battery supplies power , such as a PC Card ❖ Where you are working—since operating time decreases at lo w temperatures T oshiba’ s po wer-sa ving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer be[...]

108 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Setting battery alarms Y our computer can be config ured to warn you when the battery is running lo w . Y ou can set multiple alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery po wer has been reached. Y ou can set ho w the warning occurs[...]

109 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Removing the battery from the computer 1 Sa ve yo ur work. 2 T urn of f the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in “Using Hibernation” on page 97 . 3 Remov e all cables connected to the computer . 4 Close the display p anel and turn the com[...]

110 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 6 While holding the battery release latch to ward the unlocked position, use the adjacent half-o v al finger slot nearby to gently pull the battery pack free. WARNING: If the battery is leaking or its cas e is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, an d discard it immed[...]

111 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 3 T urn the computer right side up. 4 Reconnect an y cables you remo ved. 5 T urn on the computer . Safety precautions ❖ If the battery pack produces an odor , ov erheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged, turn off the computer’ s po wer immediately[...]

112 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Maximizing battery life T o maximize the life of your battery pack: ❖ At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a po wer source and operate it on battery po wer until the battery pack fully dischar ges. Before doing so, follo w the steps below: 1 T urn of f the compu[...]

113 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Store spare battery pack s in a cool dry place out of di rect sunlight. Disposing of used batteries safely Y ou can recharge a battery many times. When the battery needs replacing, the battery lig ht flashes amber shortly after you ha ve fully rechar ged the battery[...]

114 Mobile Computing T raveling tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Contact your authorized T oshiba representativ e for more information, or visit toshiba.com . TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air , you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equip ment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your comput er .[...]

115 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System This chapter introduces the W indows ® XP operating system by guidi ng you through a fe w basic tasks. Whether you ha ve used a W indows ® op erating sy stem or not, the skill and confi dence you will gain from this chapter wil l more than of fset the shor t [...]

116 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 1: E xploring the d esktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the operating system. Y ou use its features to start programs, f ind documents, set up system components, an d perform most other computing t[...]

117 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 1: Exploring the d esktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Icons An icon represents a folder , file, or program that can be quickly acti vated by double-clicking the icon. Y ou can create a ne w desktop ic on for any folder , file, or program by draggi ng the element’ s icon from its location i[...]

118 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 1: E xploring the d esktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Search for files ❖ Access W indows ® Help and Support ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system acti vity and turn of f the computer For more information on starting p rograms, see “Lesson 6: Starting programs” on page 126 . T ask[...]

119 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 2: Using the T ouchP ad and contr ol buttons tog ether 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 the files and folders reside in your co mputer on a storage device , such as a disk dri ve. Y ou can think of your computer storage system in terms of off ice equipment. Y ou hav e a f ile cabinet (device), th[...]

120 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 2: Using the T ouchP ad and control b uttons together 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 3 W ith the pointer in an empty area of the desktop, click the secondary b utton to open the desktop shortcut menu. As the name implies, shor tcut menus pro vide quick access to many operating system features[...]

121 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 2: Using the T ouchP ad and contr ol buttons tog ether 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 6 No w click the Close b utton in the upper -right corner of this windo w . The My Computer windo w is closed. 7 Click an empty area of the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and, while holding do wn the prim[...]

122 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 If you can’t mov e the tas kbar , it’ s probably because it has been locked. To u n l o c k i t : 1 Right-click the taskbar . A menu appears. If the Lock the taskbar option has a check mark, then the feature is in use. 2 Click [...]

123 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 3: Learning about th e Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 the W eb browser itself. But you can also type a W eb address in the My Computer windo w . DEFINITION: URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator , which is the address that defines the route to a file on the W eb or any other Internet[...]

124 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 4: Cr eating a new document 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you ho w to create a text file without ha ving to f irst open a program. 1 Mov e the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary b u tton. The operating syste[...]

125 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 5: Cr eating a new folder 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Notice that when the docume nt opens, th ere is a ne w button on the taskbar that reads Ne w Doc.txt- Notepad (the name may be too long to f it into the taskbar space but, if you point to the na me, the complete name is visible). By displ[...]

126 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 6: Starting p r ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The operating system displays the document as an icon on the desktop. 5 Click the document icon and drag it to ward your New Folder icon. Position the document i con ov er the New Folder icon until it changes color , then release the prim[...]

127 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 6: Starting pr ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample P aint window T o launch Windo ws Ex plorer: 1 Click Start , then point to All Pr ograms . 2 Click Windo ws Explorer . The operating system open s W indows ® Exp lorer , which provides access to all your computer’ s resources. For [...]

128 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 6: Starting p r ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample W indows Explor er window Notice the taskbar no w has two b uttons on it—one for Paint and one for W indo ws ® Explorer . 3 T o re-display the Paint program, click the Pain t button on the taskbar . The operatin g system re-d is[...]

129 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 7: Resizing, r epositionin g, and hiding windows 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows If you hav e followed the lessons in this chapter , you now ha ve a screen with se veral program windo ws open. Y ou can organize these windo ws by resizing and [...]

130 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 7: Resizing, r epositioning, and hiding windows 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using the taskbar If you ha ve application windo ws open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by right- clicking on the program’ s button on the taskbar , and clicking the d esired option. Y ou ha ve the follo [...]

131 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 7: Resizing, r epositionin g, and hiding windows 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The P aint windo w expands to f ill the screen, hidin g e verything e xcept the taskbar . Notice that the Maximize button has changed. It is no w called the Restore button. HINT : Maximizing a program is a good way [...]

132 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 8: Closi ng pr ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 No w that the windo ws are side by side, you can see ho w you could refer to one windo w while working in the other . Resizing and mo ving windo ws allows you to rearrange the desktop to suit your needs. Ex periment with dif ferent sizes a[...]

133 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 9: Cr eating shortcuts 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts By adding shortcuts to your desktop, you can open pro grams or files with the click of a b u tton. Y ou will probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently . This lesson explains ho w [...]

134 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 9: Cr eating shortcuts 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 4 Ty p e Calculator and click Finish . The operating system displa ys the ne w shortcut on your desktop. 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 Sta[...]

135 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 9: Cr eating shortcuts 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample Searc h Results dialog box HINT : Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. 2 Click All files and folders . 3 Ty p e char in the text box labeled: In all or part of the f ile name. 4 Click Search . The operating syst[...]

136 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 10: Changing the scr een saver 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 6 In the shortcut menu, click Cr eate Shortcut(s) Here . NOTE: Shortcut icons can be recognized by an arrow in th e lower left corner . Deleting or changing the shortcut icons will not affect the program to which they refer . Click[...]

137 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 10: Changing the scr een saver 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 1 Mov e the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displa ys the desktop shortcut menu. 2 Click Properties . The operating system open s th e Display Properties dialog box. Samp[...]

138 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 11: Setting the da te and time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Y ou can view an y object’ s properties b y clicking the object with the secondary b utton, then choosing Pr operties fr om the shortcut menu that appears. The nex t lesson explai ns ho w to set two ot her properties—the date a[...]

139 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 11: Setting th e date and time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample Date and T ime Pr operties dialog box HINT : T o open the Date an d Time Properties dialog box more quickly , either click the time display on the taskbar with the secondar y button, then clic k Adjust Date/Time , or double -c[...]

140 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 12: Removing objects fr om the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Earlier in this tutorial, you crea ted a new icon on the desktop. Since e verything you ha ve done to this point has been just practice, you may want to retu rn the desktop back [...]

141 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 12: Removing objects fr om the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample Recycle Bin window 4 T o completely remov e an obje ct, select it, and then click File , Delete . The Conf irm File Delete windo w appears. 5 Click Ye s to permanently delete the f ile. The object is permanently delete[...]

142 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 13: Using System Restor e 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 T o delete e verything from the Recycle Bin at once, choose Empty Recycle Bin from the File menu. HINT : Empty the Recycle Bin periodically . Even thoug h an item is moved to the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space on th e hard di[...]

143 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample System Restor e welcome screen The W indows ® XP operating syst em guides you thro ugh the process of storing your system se ttings for future use. It also guides you through restorin g your system to the selected date or ti[...]

144 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 14: If I am lost, wha t do I do? 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 2 If you do not see the inde x, click index . Help and Support displays the Ind ex. Sample Help and Support In de x The left side of the screen contains the inde x. The text box above the inde x, where the cursor is flashing, let[...]

145 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating Syst em Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample help wind ow for drawings Notice that under the cate gory drawing s, there is a subcategory: creating using Paint . 4 Highlight creating using Paint, then click Display . Help opens a topic screen that, in the windo w ’ s r[...]

146 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating Sys tem Lesson 15: T urning off your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The W indows ® XP T our window appears. 2 Follo w the instructions. Sample W indows ® XP T ou r window Lesson 15: T urning off your computer It is v ery important that you let the operating system turn of f your computer . As it [...]

147 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Chapter 6 Exploring Y our Options In this chapter , you will explore other features of your notebook computer . Windows ® XP special features The Wi n d ow s ® XP operating system of fers you sev eral new features and enhancements, including: ❖ Ne w system file protection ❖ A system restore function, a llowing you [...]

148 Exploring Y o ur Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Personalizing your desktop Y our de sktop is your virtual wo rkspace. This section explains ho w to customize its features for the way you like to work. Y ou can customize the following aspects of the deskto p: ❖ T askbar — Which resources to disp lay for quick acc[...]

149 Exploring Y ou r Options P ersona lizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you vie w your desktop and bro wse the files and folders on your local computer or netw ork file serv er . Y ou can make it so that: ❖ Items that normally require a double-clic[...]

150 Exploring Y o ur Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample W e b-style option 3 Click the preferred options. 4 Click A pply , click OK . Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a W eb page on your desktop, you can also display a W eb page in an indi vidual window . If you subscribe to the W e b page, it[...]

151 Exploring Y ou r Options P ersona lizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Customizing window toolbars Y ou can display one or more cust omizable toolbars at the top of a windo w . As you browse, the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the windo w and automatically displays the ap propriate toolbar butt ons and menu[...]

152 Exploring Y o ur Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The elemen ts you can ad d to the top of t he windo w are: Displaying a toolbar in a window 1 Click Start , then click My Computer . The My Computer window appears. 2 On the V iew menu, point to T o olbars, then c lick the nam e of the toolbar you w ant to display . Th[...]

153 Exploring Y ou r Options P ersona lizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 2 Double-click the folder you want to open. 3 In the To o l s menu, select Folder Options. The Folders Options box appears. 4 In the T asks section, click the b utton for Show common tasks in f olders . 5 Click Ap pl y , then OK . Helpful information on ho w to use th[...]

154 Exploring Y o ur Options Using your computer at the of fice 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor , external full-size ke yboard, an external mouse and an e xternal diskette driv e, you can work with yo ur notebook as if it were a standa rd off ice computer . An external monitor connect s to[...]

155 Exploring Y ou r Options Using your computer at the off ice 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The Control P anel appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hard ware . 3 Click Phone and Modem Opti ons . The Phone and Modem Options windo w appears. 4 Click the Modems tab . A location box appe ars. 5 In the Attached to field, the COM port is specif ied. 6 Y our m[...]

156 Exploring Y o ur Options Using your computer at the of fice 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Connecting your computer to a network Y ou can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality . Accessing a network T o access: ❖ A wired network at t he of f ice, connect an Ethern et cable to the RJ45 jack on your compute r[...]

157 Exploring Y ou r Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 with other remo v able PC Card de vices you may ha ve installed. Yo u can use the system tray’ s PC Ca rd icon to turn off your W i-Fi Mini PCI module. Ho we ve r , you will need to restart your computer to turn your Wi-Fi Mini PCI module back on. Y our W i-Fi [...]

158 Exploring Y o ur Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and do wnloadi ng files from the Internet For more information abou t the Internet refer to, “Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet” on [...]

159 Exploring Y ou r Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Y ou can connect to the Intern et by using a telephone and modem or through other high er -speed communication methods such as Digital Sub scriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet T o connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A mod[...]

160 Exploring Y o ur Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Internet features The Internet of fers man y type s of communication tools to help you perform man y tasks. ❖ Internet email T o send and receiv e email of your own, you need a mailbox on the W eb, or an email address. If you hav e an account with an ISP , you [...]

161 Exploring Y ou r Options Exploring video featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Exploring video features Y our computer’ s video features include: ❖ V iewing W indows ® presentations or D VD movies either on the computer screen (displa y panel or external monitor) or on a tele vision set. Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television Y[...]

162 Exploring Y o ur Options Explorin g video featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample Display Pr operties dialog box ❖ Click the Settings tab . ❖ Slide the Screen area slider bar tow a rd Less until the setting reads 800 x 600 . ❖ Click A pply . 3 Press FN+F5 four times. 4 Start playing your movie or presentation. Playing DVDs 1 Open the D V[...]

163 Exploring Y ou r Options Explorin g audio feat ures 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sample W inD VD contr ol panel For more information about using W inD VD, see “W inDVD™” on page 174 . Exploring audio features Y ou can use your computer to reco rd sounds using an external microphon e. Y ou can play .wav sound f iles or audio CDs using the b uil[...]

164 Exploring Y o ur Options Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using a microphone Attaching a micr ophone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer . 2 Click Start , point to All Pr ograms , Accessories , Entertainment , then click Sound Recorder . Sample Sound Recorder scr een Positioning ba r Record Stop Play Skip forward[...]

165 Exploring Y ou r Options Explorin g audio feat ures 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 3 Click the Record b utton and speak no rmally into the microphone. NOTE: Y ou can only record 60 seconds at a time. 4 When you ha ve f inished recording, click t he Stop b utton. 5 T o hear what you just recorded, click the Play b utton. 6 T o sa ve the file, select Sa[...]

166 Exploring Y o ur Options Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the co mputer . T o play back sound fi les th rough external speak ers or headphones: 1 Locate the headphon e jack on the righ[...]

167 Exploring Y ou r Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer’ s capabilities and usefulness. Y o u can purchase additional PC Cards from your dealer . Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card Interna tional Association) standard. Y our computer has two stacked PC Card [...]

168 Exploring Y o ur Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Inserting PC Cards Inserting a PC Car d 1 If your PC Card does not support hot swapping , sav e your data and turn off the co mputer before inserting the PC Card. For more i nformation, see “Hot swapping” on page 170 . 2 Hold the PC Card with the a rro w or main label side up [...]

169 Exploring Y ou r Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Removing PC Cards 1 Click the Safely Remove Hard ware icon on the taskbar . 2 Click Safely remove xxxx , wher e xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card. The operating system advise s yo u that you may safely remov e the card. Ejecting a PC Car d 3 Remov e the PC Card and store it [...]

170 Exploring Y o ur Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Hot swapping One of the great things abou t PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with anothe r while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping. ” Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at an y time, to a void data loss ne ver remo ve a card w[...]

171 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Chapter 7 T oshiba Utilities Y our computer includes several ut ilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. T ogether , these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change def ault options. These utilities are described in this chapter: ?[...]

172 T oshiba Utilities P ower Management 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Power Management The Po wer Management feature enables you to control your computer’ s power usage, reg ardle ss of the source, and use the many preset po w er modes, or define your own. T o access the T oshiba Po wer Management Utility . 1 Click Start , then click Contr ol Panel . [...]

173 T oshiba Utilities Po w e r M a n a g e m e n t 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Y ou may also access the T oshib a Power Management Utility through the T oshiba Console: 1 Click Start , then click All Prog rams . 2 Point to T oshiba Console , then click the resulting To s h i b a C o n s o l e selection. The T oshiba Console windo w appears. 3 Double-c[...]

174 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 8 WinDVD ™ Wi n DV D ™ is a so ftware program for playin g D VDs. This chapter explains how to use this progra m. Playing DVDs TECHNICAL NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, play DVDs while your computer is connected to AC power . For systems with a D VD-R OM or multifunction driv e, you can use W inD VD to play [...]

175 WinDVD™ Playing D VDs 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample D VD Drive W indow NOTE: If you wish to have WinDVD run automatically , select Play DVD movie using WinDVD, then selec t the Always do the selected action checkbox. This checkbox is unchecke d by default. T o open W inD VD manually: 1 Double-click the W inD VD icon on your desktop, or click S[...]

176 WinDVD™ Using the W inD VD contr ol panel 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample W inD VD vi deo window with the contr ol pa nel Using the WinDVD slider bar (location) The slider bar enables you to move forward or backward through the D VD content. Mov e the slider bar to the left to go backward or mo ve it t o the right to go forward. Using the WinDVD[...]

177 WinDVD™ Using the W inD VD contr ol panel 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample W inD VD contr ol panel Y ou can open a shortcut menu by positioning the cursor o ver the W inD VD window (other than o ver the control panel), then clicking the secondary b u tton. The shortcut menu contains the same features as the control panel, plus the enable caption [...]

178 WinDVD™ Using the W inD VD contr ol panel 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample W inD VD contr ol panel with e x panded view for showing advanced featur e s Click this T o do t his Or use ke yboar d shortcut Play — Starts disc play- back. [spacebar] Step fo r w a r d — Steps for- ward in the playback one frame at a time. None Pau se — Pauses dis[...]

179 WinDVD™ Using the W inD VD contr ol panel 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Speed Ring — Enables you to control the speed at which the D VD plays. Move the slider upward to play the movie in f ast forward. Mo ve it further upward to increase forward speed. Mo ve the slider do wnward to play the mov ie i n fast rever se . Move it further do wnward to in[...]

180 WinDVD™ Using the W inD VD contr ol panel 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Menu — Opens the v arious menus of the inserted D V D. T Mute — Click to mute movie sound . Click again to restore movie sound to its original le vel. M Repeat — Shows the cur- rent media loop settings, including repeat chapter , repeat title, loop, or no repeat. [Ctlr] B Z[...]

181 WinDVD™ Using W i nD VD Advanced F eatur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Maximizing the video window T o close the W inDVD control panel and expand the video windo w to fi ll the screen, click the Maximize b utton. T o display the control panel agai n, double-click anywhere in the video window . Using WinDVD Advanced Features TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD[...]

182 WinDVD™ Using playl ists 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using playlists TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer’ s hardware config uration, some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD. Unsupported features app ear gray , and you cannot s elec[...]

183 WinDVD™ Using playlists 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Playlist dialog 2 Select New Playlist from the menu. The Playlist windo w opens. Sample W inD VD Playlist window 3 Select File to enable selection of a file, or Disc to create a playlist for an entire disc. 4 Locate each file (you may sele ct multiple f iles) for your playlist using the dir[...]

184 WinDVD™ Using playl ists 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 7 Bro wse to the folder where you w a nt to sa ve your playlist, name the playlist, then click Sa ve . Playlist files are sa ved with the f ile ex tension .plf. The playlist can be reopened and played. Playing a Playlist After creating a ne w playlist, you can open it with W inD VD. The playlist [...]

185 WinDVD™ Getting Help 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Locate the playlist you wish to open, then click Open . The Playlist windo w appears. 4 Click Load Li st to open the sa ved playlists. 5 Bro wse to the playlist you w ant to open then click Open and W inD VD displays the playlist. Getting Help Click the Help button to open the W inD VD Help system.[...]

186 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Chapter 9 If Somet hing G oes Wron g Some problems you may encounter wh en using your notebook computer are relati vely easy to identify and solv e. Others may require he lp from your dealer o r the manufacturer of a software program. This chapter aims to help you solv e man y problems b y yourself. It cov ers the proble[...]

187 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems that ar e easy to fix 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 T o close a p rogram that has stopped respo nding: 1 Press Ctrl , Alt , and Del simultan eously . 2 Click Windo ws T ask Manager . The W indows T ask Manager window appears. 3 Click the Applications tab . If a program has stopped res ponding, the words “not respon[...]

188 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to pa ste the details into Notepad. 5 Press Enter twice to insert a paragraph break, and type some notes describing what you were doing when you receiv ed the message. 6 Sa ve the f ile and refer to it when you contact the[...]

189 If Something Goes Wrong The W indows ® operating system is not workin g 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 external disk ette dri ve and press the left or right arro w key and choose your bo ot-up device. HINT : Press F12 as you power on the compu ter to access the menu. The computer displays the WA RNING RESUME F AILURE message. The computer was placed [...]

190 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng The W indows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware de vice has failed, probl ems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience an y of these problems, use the options [...]

191 If Something Goes Wrong The W indows ® operating system is not workin g 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu) For addit ional information, refer to “Lesson 13: Using System Restore” on page 142 , as well as your W indows ® documentation for fu rther explanation. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network,[...]

192 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 1 Click Start , then click Help and Support . The Help and Support window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the topic of the problem with which you need help and follo w the on-screen instructions. ❖ Click a problem[...]

193 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The recommended procedure fo r getting multiple de vices to work together is to add and set up one de vice at a time. After you add each device, test it to make sure it and all pre viously connected devices work. The device most recently connec ted to the system is t[...]

194 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new de vice, see “Fixing a problem with De vice Manager” on page 194 . ❖ Reconfigure the de vice so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the de vice’ s documentation for instructi[...]

195 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Checking device properties Device Manager provides a w ay to view the properties of a de vice. Properties include the name of the manufacturer , the type of de vice, the dri vers installed, and the system resources assigned to the de vice. T o check a de vice’ s pr[...]

196 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 ❖ The Resou rce tab, which lists re sources assigned to the monitor , D VD-ROM, D VD-ROM/CD-R W , diskette disk driv e, an d other power-using functions. ❖ The Drivers tab, which displays the dri vers being used by the de vice. Memory card problems Incorrectly [...]

197 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The A C power light does not come on when you plug in the A C adapter and power cable. Make sure the A C adapter and power cable are f irmly plugged into bo th the wall out let and the comput er . If the A C power light still does not come on, check that the wall out[...]

198 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 memory module, that takes its po wer from the battery? Is your software usin g the hard disk more? Is the display po wer set to turn of f automatically? W a s the battery fully charged to begin with? Al l these conditions af fect ho w long the charge lasts. For mor[...]

199 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Y ou may have acti v ated the instant password feature b y pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously . If you ha ve re gistered a password, press the Enter ke y , type the password and press Enter . If no pa ssword is re giste red, press Enter . The screen reacti v ates and [...]

200 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The b uilt-in screen flick ers. Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors. T o reduce the amount of flick ering, try using fe wer colors. T o change the nu mber of colors display ed: 1 Point at the desktop and clic k with the secondar[...]

201 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to hav e garbage in them. T ypical dis k problems are: Y ou are ha ving trouble accessing a disk, or one or mor e f iles appear to be missing. Make sure you are identifying the dri ve by its correct name [...]

202 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Y our data files ar e damaged or corrupted. Refer to your software docu mentation for f ile reco very procedures. Many software p ackages automatically create backup files. Y ou may also be able to recover lost data using utility software, which is a v ailable from[...]

203 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive problems Y ou cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the dri ve tray has closed p roperly . Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the dri ve tray and remo ve the disc. Make sure the driv e tray is clean. Any dirt or fore i[...]

204 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 WinDVD problems: general issues Wi n DV D TM has been configured to provide optimum performance and quality based up on your system’ s av ailable resources. Changes made to th e system or its conf iguration may impact the playback performance of the W inDVD playe[...]

205 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Slow playback perf ormance. D VD playback is a resource intensiv e application. Other applications and/or chang es to your system hardw are, software or configuration can impact playback performance. If playback is slo wer than normal, try: 1 Closing any other open a[...]

206 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 6 Double-click the Secondary IDE Channel icon. The Secondary IDE Channel Properties windo w displays. Sample Secondary IDE Cha nnel Pr operties window 7 Click Advanced Settings . 8 Look at De vice 0. The current transfer mode should be Ultra DMA Mode 2. If it isn?[...]

207 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 WinD VD will not function properly with “debug” software installed. The W inD VD application will not function properly if it detects that debug softw are is present on the system. Remo ve the deb ug software to restore functionality of W inD VD. Minimum system r[...]

208 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Microsoft ® DirectShow ® components are missing. Microsoft ® DirectShow ® is not installed properly on the system. Reinstall Microsoft ® DirectSho w ® versi on 6.0 or higher (a v ailable from the Microsoft W eb site). No audio subsyste m could be found for pl[...]

209 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 The audio setting s are incorrect. Please check sound card or drivers. The audio card w as found, but there is a problem with the audio c ard or dri vers. The wrong audio driver may be installed in the sys- tem. Check installation of the audio card dri vers. An unexp[...]

210 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 This D VD disc ca nnot be played in this region. The selected region cannot be used due to one of the follo wing: The Regi on Code of W inD VD and the DVD disc do not match. Check the Region Code of W inD VD within the About tab and use a disc from the appro- priat[...]

211 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sound system problems Y ou do not hear any sound from the computer . Adjust the v o lume control. If you are using external headphones or speak ers, check that they are securely connected t o your comp uter . The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is fee[...]

212 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of de vices, such as a remov able hard disk, additional memory , or a pager . Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of ne w cards. If you’ re ha ving trouble get ting one or more[...]

213 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. See “Using PC Cards ” on page 167 for how to insert PC Cards. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defecti ve PC Card slips through quality control. If ano[...]

214 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its o wn I/O base address. See “Fixing a problem with De vice Manager” on page 194 for more information. Since all PC Cards share the same socket, each card is not required to ha ve its o wn address. Hot s[...]

215 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printe r is connected to a working po wer outlet, turned on and r eady (on line). Check that the printer has plenty of paper . Some printers will [...]

216 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Modem problems This section lists common mo dem problems: The modem will not recei ve or transmit properly . Make sure the cable from the mo dem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the comp uter’ s modem port and the telephone line jack. Check the port se[...]

217 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 On a regular basis, back up the inf ormation stored on y our hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy f iles to diskette, following the steps in “Saving your work” on page 77 . ❖ Connect a tape driv e to the system and use specializ ed software to[...]

218 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 If you need further assistance If you hav e followed the recommen dations in this chapter and are still havi ng 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 [...]

219 If Something Goes Wrong Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 T oshiba voice contact Before calling T oshiba, make sure you ha ve: ❖ Y our computer’ s model and model number . ❖ Y our computer’ s serial number . ❖ The computer and any optiona l de vices related to the problem. ❖ Backup copies of yo ur operating [...]

220 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng T oshiba’s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 T oshiba’ s worldwide offices Au s t r a l i a T oshiba (Australia) Pty . Limited 84-92 T alavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Au s t r i a T oshiba Europe GmbH Handelskai 388 1020 W ien, Austria Belgium T oshiba Information Systems Benelux (Belgium[...]

221 If Something Goes Wrong T oshiba’ s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Italy Progetto Elettronica 92 s.r .l. V iale Certosa 138, 20156 Milano Italy Jap an T oshiba Corp oration, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, T okyo, 105-8001 Japan Luxembourg T oshiba Information Systems Benelux B.V . Riv ium Boule vard 41 2909 LK, Capelle a/[...]

222 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng T oshiba’s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Sloveni a Inea d.o.o. Ljubljanska 80 61230 Domzale Sl oven ia Spain T oshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain Sweden Scribona PC AB Sundbybergsväe[...]

223 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.1 Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that , whe n pr essed in combination with the Fn ke y , turn system functions on and of f. Hot keys ha ve a legend on or abo ve the key indicating the option or feature the ke y controls. All functionality is the same when the keyboard is in wireless mode. V olume Mute Fn + This hot [...]

224 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.1 Instant password security Without a password The Fn + F1 ke y combination turns of f the display and activ ates instant security . Using the mouse or any k ey will make the display reappear . With a password The Fn + F1 ke y combination turns off the display and activ ates instant security . Using the mouse or any k ey w[...]

225 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.1 Power usage mode Fn + This hot ke y displays the po wer usage pop-up window and cycles through the battery sa ve modes. The po wer usage modes in the operating system under battery power are: Long Life, Normal, and High Power; User Def ined Sample power usage modes The po wer usage modes in the W indows ® operating syst[...]

226 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.1 Stand By mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Stand By mode. ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode. This message box can be set so it does not display . Sample Stand By confirmation box For more information about Stand By mode, please see “Using Stan[...]

227 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.1 Hibernation mode Fn + This hot ke y puts the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed b y default to conf irm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. The message box can be set so it does not display . Sample Hibernatio n conf irmation box If Hiberna[...]

228 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.1 Display modes Display brightness Fn + This hot key c ycles through the po wer-on display options. The display modes options are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ TV+LCD ❖ TV only In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set[...]

229 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.1 Enabling a wireless device Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless de vices in your computer . The wireless mode is: ❖ W i-Fi enabled—This enables the W i-Fi antenna. Fn + This hot key enables/disables the T ouchPad. T o use the T ouchPad, see “[...]

230 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.1.2 Appendix B Pow e r C a b l e C o nnector s Y our notebook computer features a uni versal po wer supply you can use worldwide. This appendix sho ws the shapes of the typica l A C power c able connec tors for v arious parts of the wor ld. USA and Canada UL ap pr oved CS A a pp rove d United Kingdom BS ap pr oved Australia [...]

231 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Glossar y TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features de fined in this glossary may not be available on your computer . Acronyms The follo wing acronyms may appear in this user’ s guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-R OM compact disc read-only CD-R W compact disc read-[...]

232 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 DMA direct memory access DIMM dual inlin e memory modul e DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nem atic DV D digital versatile (or video) disc DV D - RO M dig ital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced cap abilities po rt EPR O M erasable programmable read-only memo[...]

233 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference RO M read-only memory RT C real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic ran dom access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial b us URL unif[...]

234 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 alternating curr ent (A C) — The type of power usually supplied to residential and commerci al wall outlets. A C reverses its direction at regular interv als. Compare dir ect current (DC). application — A computer program that yo u use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applicatio ns include word processo[...]

235 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 bus — An electrical circuit that co nnects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer , such as the video adapter , disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one de vice to another . See also bus speed , fr ontside bus . bus speed — The speed at which th[...]

236 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 color palette — A set of speci fied colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility — Th e extent to which computers, programs, or devices can w o rk together harmoniously , using the same commands, formats, or language as anot her . configuration ?[...]

237 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 direct memor y access (DMA) — A dedicated ch annel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory — See folder . disable — T o turn a computer option of f. See also en able . disc — A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and written to by opt[...]

238 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 DV D — An indi vi dual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DV D - RO M . D VD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) — A very high-capacity storage medi um that uses laser optics for reading data. Each D VD-ROM ca n hold as much data as se veral CD-R OMs. Compare CD-R OM. E emulati[...]

239 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 fo l de r — Also called directory . A container for organizing files sav ed to a disk. A folder is sym bolized on screen by a graphical image (icon) of a f ile folder . A folder can contai n files and other folders. fo rm a t — (verb) T o prepare a blank disk for use with the computer’ s operating syst em[...]

240 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 high-density di skette — 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 sav e mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that acti vates a mem[...]

241 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 liquid crystal disp lay (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two tran sparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pa ttern that polarizes the light passing through it. A filter ov er the electrodes p[...]

242 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 multimedia — A combin ation of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a co mputer program or presentation. Musical Instrument Digital Interface — See MIDI. N network — A collection of computers and associated de vices that are connected by communications facilities. A network allows you[...]

243 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 peripheral — Any de vice, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and co ntrolled 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 , refer s to the computer’ s ability to a[...]

244 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 res ol u ti on — 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 pixe ls a v ailable horizontally and vertically . restart — Synonymous with reb[...]

245 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 system prompt — The symb ol (in the MS-DO S ® operating system, generally a driv e letter follow ed by a “greater than” sign) indicating where users are to enter commands. T TFT display — See active-ma trix display . U universal serial bu s (USB) — A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of u[...]

246 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.1.2 Index Numerics 101-key ke y board 73 A A C adapter 50 A C power light 37, 50, 54 Accessories programs 142 adding memory 57 alarms low battery 108 audio CDs playing 81 audio features 163 av oidi ng injury 42 B battery alarms 108 changing 108 charge not lasting 197 charging 52, 67, 104 conserving power 106 disposal 113 in[...]

Index 247 pre vious track 38 Start 117 stop 39 C calculator 133 CD Player control panel 87, 88 CD/D VD control buttons 35, 38, 81 CD/D VD s caring for 89 inserting 84, 85 viewing contents 89 CD-R OM, D VD-R OM, Multifu nction dri ve safety instructions 14 CD-R OMs writing 32 CDs 35, 89 inserting 85 problem solving 203 changing main battery 108 chan[...]

Index 248 television 65 to a network 90 USB-compatible keyboard 61 video projector 65 conserving battery power 106 cursor control mode light 36 customizing taskbar 148 window toolbars 151 D Date 138 date and time setting 138 DC-IN jack 51 desktop 116 background 118 browsing style 149 choosing style an d browsing options 149 creating new icon 117 cr[...]

Index 249 E email 160 energy sa ving features 102 en vironmental considerations 42, 43 ergonomics lighting 44 posture 43 seating guidelines 43 work habits 45 error messages device dri ver conflict 192 general hardware problem 192 non-system disk or disk error 189, 202 problem with display settings/ current settings not wor king with hardware 200 pr[...]

Index 250 Hypertext T r ansfer Protocol (HTTP) 158 I IBM 101-key enhanced ke yboard 73 icon 117 desktop 117 internet explorer 117 moving to desktop 117 naming 125 safety 26 indicator p anel keyboard 35 system 35, 37 inserting CDs and D VDs 85 main battery 110 PC Cards 168 installing main battery 108 memory module 57 interference statement 13 Intern[...]

Index 251 adding 57 problem solving 196 removing 60 removing expansion slot cov er 58 memory module inserting 59 microphone jack 32 Microsoft Internet Explorer 89 Microsoft Support Online W eb site 192 Microsoft W in do ws XP 25, 115 minimizing 130 modem determining COM port 154 port 31, 90 problem solving 216 resetting port to default settings 154[...]

Index 252 parallel 31 RGB (monitor) 31 Univ ersal Serial Bus 31 USB 31, 32 power cable 51 cable connectors 230 computer will not start 188 light 37 monitoring 105 on/off b utto n 34 problem solving 196 power do wn options Tu r n O f f 95 Power Management 172 po wer of f guidelines 67 po wer usage mode 107 po wering do wn using Standby 99 precaution[...]

Index 253 Multifunction driv e tray doesn’t eject 203 no sound 211 non-system disk or disk error 189, 202 PC Card 212 checklist 213 error occurs 214 hot swapping fails 214 not recognized 214 slots appear dead 213 power and batteries 196 printer 215 program not responding 186 program not working properly 202 screen does not look right/flickers 199[...]

Index 254 A C adapter 50 communications 89 computer 41, 47, 57 date and tim e 138 printer 62 shortcut creating 133 menu 120 sound .wa v f iles 163 problem solv ing 211 speakers exte rn al 166 jack 32 stereo 34 Stand By command 68 factors to consider 94 lo w battery 107 mode 37 restarting 94 Standby 99 Standb y mode hot k ey 226 starting again from [...]

Index 255 URL (Uniform Resource Locato r) 148, 159 USB ports 32 USB-compatible keyboard connecting 61 using modem 90 PC Cards 167 wireless mouse and control buttons 119 utilities Power Management 172 To s h i b a P o w e r S a v e r 95 V video features exploring 161 video projector adjusting display 66 connecting 65 video/audio out jack 31 volume c[...]

Index 256 wireless features Wi - F i 157 wireless mouse using 119 wireless netw orking 156 W izards Add Printer 62 Network Setup 91 New Connection W izard 156 W orld W ide W eb 158[...]