® Satellite A55 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 170 in this guide. Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Models: Satellite® A55 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage.
CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE. FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information” This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules.
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.
Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment 1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. 3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
Wireless LAN and your Health Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
Finnish: Dutch: French: Swedish: Danish: German: Valmistaja TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Hierbij verklaart TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp.
Spanish: Portuguese: Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. USA – Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands.
2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment. (1) (2) (3) 2.4DSOF4 (4) 1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. OF: This equipment uses OFDM modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3.
Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ ❖ ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only Radio approvals for wireless devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer.
Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.
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❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point. ❖ This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands.
802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth™ products with all PCs and/ or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers. Always use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.
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 Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization.
Caution: FCC Interference Statement This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference, and ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment.
Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement. The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations.
3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3.
Location of the required label (Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the user’s guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Notice The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING.
Computer disposal information This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Contents Introduction ..............................................................35 This guide .............................................................. 36 Safety icons ........................................................... 36 Other icons used.............................................. 37 Other documentation ............................................. 38 Service options ...................................................... 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started ...................................
Contents 29 Using the computer for the first time ..................... 52 Opening the display panel ................................ 52 Your computer’s features and specifications.... 53 Turning on the power ...................................... 53 Using the TouchPad™ ............................................ 54 Scrolling with the TouchPad™ ......................... 55 Using the Control buttons ................................ 55 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad.................
Contents Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ........................................ 80 Function keys................................................... 80 Windows® special keys .................................... 81 Overlay keys .................................................... 81 Starting a program................................................. 83 Starting a program from the Start menu.......... 83 Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer.. 84 Starting a program from the Run dialog box ...
Contents 31 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing ................................. 108 Toshiba’s energy-saver design ............................. 108 Running the computer on battery power ............. 108 Battery Notice ................................................ 109 Power management ....................................... 110 Using additional batteries .............................. 110 Charging the batteries.......................................... 111 Charging the main battery...........................
Contents Internet Service Providers.............................. 136 Connecting to the Internet ............................ 136 Surfing the Internet........................................ 137 Internet features............................................. 137 Uploading and downloading files from the Internet ............................................. 138 Exploring audio features ...................................... 138 Recording sounds..........................................
Contents 33 Enabling Hibernation............................................ 160 Setting passwords ............................................... 160 Using an instant password............................. 161 Setting a user password ................................ 162 Disabling a user password............................. 162 Setting a supervisor password....................... 163 Deleting a supervisor password..................... 164 Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility.....................
Contents Before you call ............................................... 195 Contacting Toshiba ........................................ 196 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ........................ 197 Toshiba’s worldwide offices ................................. 197 Appendix A: Hot Keys ............................................. 199 Volume Mute........................................................ 199 Instant password security.................................... 200 Power usage profile ........
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work can accompany you wherever you go. Satellite® A55 Series computers provide considerable computing power, enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any location. You will find your operating system, Microsoft® Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional, already installed on your computer. Your operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access.
Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
Introduction Safety icons 37 data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Introduction Other documentation HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text. Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation. ❖ This electronic version of the user’s guide. ❖ Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery media. ❖ For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Chapter 1 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 computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations. This section provides guidelines for setting up your computing environment.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as large stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 41 Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries. Consider the following when placing your computer. ❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching. ❖ If you use an external monitor, the top of the screen should be no higher than eye level.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 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.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 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. Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ 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. Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 45 Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. You will need a special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you.
Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to “Setting up your software” on page 46 before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter.
Getting Started Setting up your computer 4 NOTE 47 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue. To register online, your computer must be connected to the Internet via a voice-grade telephone line or a local area network (LAN). A window displays, asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 NOTE 6 Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See “Setting up your software” on page 46.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 49 Hold the power cable by its plug when you connect/disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock. When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Manual.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the right side of the computer. Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet. If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel’s AC power light ( ) glows green.
Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cable. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of electric shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. Sample opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time NOTE 53 Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on/off light on the system indicator panel glows green—about one second. Sample turning on the power 4 The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 55 ❖ To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your finger toward yourself. ❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide your finger across the TouchPad from left to right. ❖ To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to left.
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Disabling or enabling the TouchPad The TouchPad is enabled by default. To change the enable/ disable TouchPad setting: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click the Mouse icon or press the Fn + F9 hot keys. 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 9 NOTE 57 Close the Control Panel window. The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to disable or enable the TouchPad. See “Disabling or enabling the TouchPad” on page 204. Installing additional memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. A memory module must be installed in slot A. do not try to operate the computer with a memory module in slot B only. If you install a memory module that is incompatible with the computer, a beep will sound when you turn on the computer.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 59 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover 5 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see “Changing the main battery” on page 119. 6 Using a standard Phillips no.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 7 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its pin connector (on the side you insert into the computer). 8 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 61 Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 11 Replace the memory module slot cover. 12 Retighten the screws. 13 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 14 Turn on the computer.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Sample removing the memory module 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 11 through 14 in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 57. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System.
Getting Started Using an external keyboard 63 Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer’s USB ports support any USBcompatible keyboard. To connect a USB keyboard, connect the keyboard cable to the USB port on the computer. Once connected, the keyboard is ready to use. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s builtin TouchPad. You can use a USB-compatible mouse.
Getting Started Connecting a local printer Connecting a local printer Before you can connect a printer, you need a suitable USB printer cable, which may have been provided with your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer.
Getting Started Setting up your printer 65 To connect the printer: 1 If the computer is on, turn it off. 2 Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect the other end to one of the computer’s USB ports. 3 Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet. 4 See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps. For more information on getting your printer to print, see “Printing your work” on page 88.
Getting Started Setting up your printer Sample Printers and Faxes window 2 Click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. Sample Add Printer Wizard dialog box 3 Click Next. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Getting Started Setting up your printer 67 The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the Windows XP operating system recognizes it automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section. See your printer manual. 4 5 If the printer you are setting up: ❖ Is not connected to a network, select Local printer attached to this computer. ❖ Is connected to a network, select Network printer, or a printer attached to another computer.
Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive ❖ The default printer, click Yes. ❖ Available when specifically requested, click No. 10 Click Next. 11 Click Finish. The Windows XP operating system prints a test page. 12 To complete the setup, click OK. You are now ready to print. Depending on your program, you may see various messages indicating the status of your print job. TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific installation process.
Getting Started Using external display devices 69 To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect two different types of external display devices to one of two available video ports: ❖ A video display device, such as a video projection unit, via the S-video port.
Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the S-video port, you will need to purchase a cable. For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable. HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet (approximately 6 meters). Using a poor quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture, poor color, ghosting, video noise, or loss of video. Connecting to the S-video port NOTE Video cables are not included with your computer.
Getting Started Using external display devices 71 “Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” on page 71. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are connecting to a television, you may need to change the display properties. Most televisions use or support an 800 x 600 standard resolution. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen.
Getting Started Using external display devices 3 ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display and TV (or other external video device) simultaneously ❖ TV (or other external video device) only Release the Fn key. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel and clicking Display.
Getting Started Turning off the computer 73 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. With the computer off, it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery.
Getting Started Caring for your computer Closing the display panel When you are finished, shut the computer down and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. If you close the computer while it is still on, these actions will occur: ❖ If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD panel will automatically turn off until you open it again. ❖ If you have the audible warning set, the computer will beep to notify you that it is still on.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 75 Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 3 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot on the left side of the computer, then give the key a quarter turn and remove it. The computer is now securely locked. Sample locking the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved. See “Saving your work” on page 86 for further information.
Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance. Consult your operating system documentation for more information on these and other utilities.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 79 Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard. Your computer’s keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key. Most of the time, this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 81 Windows® special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: ❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key—Has the same function as the secondary mouse (or AccuPoint II) button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on. To do so: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters.
Learning the Basics Starting a program 83 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.
Learning the Basics Starting a program Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start it from Windows Explorer. Windows Explorer gives you a view of your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.” You can easily see the content of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you should know the file name and location of the program’s executable file (this file ends with .exe).
Learning the Basics Starting a program 85 Starting a program from the Run dialog box This example uses the Run command to start WordPad: 1 Click Start, then click Run. The Run dialog box appears. Sample Run dialog box 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the program’s location, type the command line. For a program in the Windows folder, type just the program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For example, to access WordPad, type: c:\Program Files\WindowsNT\Accessories\Wordpad, then click OK.
Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive or a diskette. Always save your data even when you are using the Stand by. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be lost. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low, see “Setting battery alarms” on page 116. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals.
Learning the Basics Saving your work 87 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. 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. The Windows XP operating system supports file names of up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some ® applications still require MS-DOS file names.
Learning the Basics Printing your work Printing your work Verify that the Windows XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in “Setting up your printer” on page 65. TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer(s). To print a file: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now.
Learning the Basics Backing up your work 89 Backing up your work Backing up your files means copying individual files to media, such as CDs, or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive. For those systems with a writable CD-ROM drive or DVDROM multi-function drive, you may back up file to a writable disc as follows: 1 To back up to a CD or other media, insert the media into the appropriate drive. 2 Click Start, then click My Computer.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files. TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive NOTE 91 For optimum CD and DVD performance, it is recommended that you play CDs and DVDs while running the computer on AC power. You use CD-ROMs and DVD-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 and movie DVDs even when the computer is turned off.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the Drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole—Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 93 The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. 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 sound subsystem is turned on. Inserting a compact disc To insert a compact disc into the drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Make sure the in-use indicator light is off.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust. Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could lose data. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “Caring for CD or DVD Discs” on page 99. 6 Carefully place the disc in the disc tray, label side up.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 8 95 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are ready to use the disc. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Sample Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button on the CD Player control panel. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down. Playing the CD with the volume set too high could damage your ears.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 2 97 Click the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive icon. The disk drive will run the CD. If your disk does not run using this method, try using an application that is associated with the media on the disk. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows® Media Player and point it to play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated software to open the files on the disk.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Removing a disc with the computer on To remove a compact disc (CD or DVD) with the computer turned on: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. 1 Press the eject button on the drive. The disc tray partially opens. If the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for it to stop before removing it.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 4 99 Gently push the tray in to close it. Caring for CD or DVD Discs ❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖ Do not apply a label to, or otherwise mar the surface of a disc. ❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the DVD-ROM drive or multifunction drive from reading the data properly.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to power down your computer, save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. Using Turn Off or Shut Down The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off the computer. The Windows® XP Home operating system uses the Turn Off command.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 101 Sample Turn off computer Windows dialog box 2 Click Turn Off. The computer shuts down completely. NOTE Holding the shift key while the Turn Off computer Windows dialog box is open, changes the Stand By button to hibernate. For more information about setting up hibernation, refer to “Using Hibernation” on page 103.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click on the Setup Action tab. 4 Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut down when you press the power button. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 103 Starting again after Shut down To start the computer up again, press the power button until the on/off light changes to green. If you shut down the computer by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. Using Hibernation Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it first saves the current mode of the computer to the hard disk.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernate so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK.
Learning the Basics Using Standby Mode 105 Using Standby Mode Standby mode places the computer into a power-saving state. Standby holds the current mode 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. The battery will eventually discharge in Stand by mode.
Learning the Basics Using Standby Mode Sample Turn off computer Windows dialog box NOTE If you hold down the Shift key, Stand By becomes Hibernate in the Turn off computer dialog box. To enter hibernation mode, you must hold down the Shift key while you select Hibernate. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode.
Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE 107 For more information about the Power Saver utility, see “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page 154.
Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers many of the aspects of using your computer on battery power. Toshiba’s energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power, standby mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba.
Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 109 Battery Notice Battery life may vary, depending on applications, power management settings, and features utilized. Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries.
NOTE Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
Mobile Computing Charging the batteries 111 Charging the batteries NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer. Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer.
Mobile Computing Charging the batteries The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room temperature. ❖ The battery is almost completely discharged. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power NOTE 113 It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-time clock.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and perform its calculations. 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 115 The remaining battery charge is indicated on the top-left side of the dialog box. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’s capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Setting battery alarms Your computer can be configured to warn you of a low battery charge condition, so you can take the necessary steps to save your work. Your Windows operating system offers two alarms before your system shuts down. To change the default alarm settings: 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 117 There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery: ❖ Enable Standby or Hibernation, which saves power when you turn off the computer and turn it back on again. ❖ Use Toshiba’s power-saving options. These power-saving options control the way in which the computer is configured. By using them, you can greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Using a hot key to set the power profile You may use a hot key to set the power profile. To set the power profile: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power profile pop-up window. Sample Power Profile mode pop-up window 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the desired power profile. The power profile options are: Full Power, High Power, Normal, DVD Playback, Presentation, and Long Life. 3 Release the Fn key.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 119 Changing the main battery When your battery power is running low, you have two options—connect the computer to an AC power source or install a charged battery. When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or shortcircuit its terminals. Also, do not drop, hit, or otherwise impact the battery. Do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack. Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode.
5 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it toward the unlocked position. Sample sliding the battery lock to the unlocked position 6 Slide and hold down the battery release latch. 7 While holding the battery release latch, pull the discharged battery out from the back of the computer.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 121 Inserting the battery into the computer Assuming you just removed the battery pack (see “Removing the battery from the computer” on page 119): 1 Place the battery pack in the battery compartment. If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. 2 Ensure the battery release latch clicks into place.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery ❖ Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer. ❖ Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to explode and release toxic materials. ❖ If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries 123 pack is fully discharged. If the battery light LED flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet. The DC-IN or AC power-light LED should glow green, and the Battery LED should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the DC-IN or AC powerlight indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied.
Mobile Computing Traveling tips The computer’s main battery is a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them.
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Options In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your Satellite® Series notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows XP Home or XP Professional operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Exploring Your Options Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, system tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar System tray Sample Windows XP operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
Exploring Your Options Exploring the desktop 127 Recycle Bin — Holds files you have deleted. You may be able to 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 online Help. Internet Explorer — The Microsoft® browser that provides access to the Internet. NOTE If you place the cursor over an icon, a popup description of the file contents appears.
Exploring Your Options Exploring the desktop Taskbar Each time you open a program, a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open. You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows. To make a program or window the currently active one, click the associated taskbar button.
Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications 129 Setting up for communications Your computer comes with a built-in modem that can be connected to a standard voice-grade telephone line. The modem allows you to: ❖ Access the Internet. ❖ Communicate with your office’s local area network (LAN), or a larger corporate wide area network (WAN). For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your network administrator. ❖ Send a fax directly from your computer.
Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM (communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is COM3. The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you are having trouble connecting through the modem, you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it.
Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications 131 8 Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem. 9 Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box. 10 Close the Control Panel. Connecting your modem to a telephone line Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line.
2 Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack. Sample connecting to a wall jack The modem is designed for use with a standard analog telephone line. Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem. Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. For more information on using a modem, see “Setting up for communications” on page 129.
Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications ❖ 133 While you are at home or traveling, you need a dial-up connection. Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network. Setting up the connection To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations.
Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications To disable the LAN port: 1 Click Start, click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the System icon, then click the Hardware tab, and then click the Device Manager button. 3 Select Intel® Pro/100 VE Network Connection in Network adapters. 4 Click Actions. 5 Select the Properties icon. 6 Select the Do not use this device (disable) option from the Device usage drop-down. 7 Click OK. Your LAN port is now disabled.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet 135 For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator. To use your wireless communication, flip the wireless antenna on/off switch to the On position. Using the Wi-Fi® Wireless LAN Mini PCI module Your computer may have an integrated Wi-Fi Wireless LAN Mini PCI module. It is recommended that you do not remove the module from your computer.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet The World Wide Web The World Wide Web (or “Web”) is a subset of the Internet — a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). The World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet 137 Once you have established an ISP account, you can connect to the Internet. 1 Connect your computer’s modem to a telephone line. For more information on connecting a modem, see “Connecting your modem to a telephone line” on page 131. 2 Start your Web browser. Have your modem dial the ISP’s telephone number, and establish a connection with the ISP’s computer.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features If you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas communicate in real-time, one-on-one or in groups, by typing messages which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 139 Recording sounds You may record sounds as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack. DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced “wave”) file is a Windows format for storing sound. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you record MP3 files, you will only be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files. Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. NOTE You can only record 60 seconds at a time. 6 To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. 7 To save 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.
Exploring Your Options Using the i.LINK® port 141 TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer. To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones: 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer. 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack. The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini-jack.
Exploring Your Options Inserting and removing hard drives Inserting and removing hard drives Your Satellite® A55 can use various hard drive capacities. Depending upon the original hard drive installed in your computer, you may wish to increase storage capacity by changing the internal drive. To change the internal hard drive: 1 Shut down your computer completely using the Shut Down command. See “Powering down the computer” on page 99. 2 Unplug the computer.
Exploring Your Options Inserting and removing hard drives 7 143 Grasp the edge of the hard drive and pull it toward the edge of the computer, then lift it straight up to remove it. Sample removing the hard drive from the computer 8 Install the new hard drive by setting it into the hard drive slot and sliding back toward the center of the computer until it locks. Do not force the drive into the computer.
Exploring Your Options Inserting and Removing PC Cards Inserting and Removing 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 Satellite® A55 Series computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: Type I cards—You can install one of these cards. Type II cards—You can install one of these cards.
Exploring Your Options Inserting and Removing PC Cards 145 Inserting a PC Card NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to components, such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the computer itself. Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it. To insert a PC Card: 1 Turn off the computer. You may also hot swap a PC Card.
Exploring Your Options Inserting and Removing PC Cards When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly, but gently, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. To avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer, do not force the card into the PC Card slot. Removing a PC Card Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove. 1 Locate the PC Card ejection button.
Exploring Your Options Inserting and Removing PC Cards 147 To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online help. Hot swapping With PC Cards, you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.” Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use.
Chapter 5 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to determine certain system details, set additional options, or change default options.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 149 Fn-esse ® Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba’s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any Windows program without using the Start menu. For more information on creating desktop shortcuts, refer to the operating system documentation that came with your computer. This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to quickly access your programs and files.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with white letters. ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color. ❖ Unavailable keys are light gray. There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document: ❖ Using drag-and-drop ❖ Using the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag-and-drop.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 151 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. Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys To assign a key to open a program or document, start Fn-esse and either: ❖ Using the keyboard, press and hold the Fn key, then press the desired assignment key.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Making a popup assignment 1 Select Popup... to display the Application Explorer dialog box. 2 Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu. The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder. These are the items that will appear in the popup list.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 153 Changing or removing existing key assignments In the Fn-esse keyboard, click the key you wish to change with the secondary button. Fn-esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box. ❖ To change the key assignment, click Direct... or Popup... and continue as if you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features: ❖ Customizing Your Computer ❖ Network ❖ Security Customizing your computer The features available in this category are: ❖ Power Management ❖ Mouse ❖ Hotkey assignment (for detailed information, see “Fn-esse®” on page 149) ❖ Toshiba Hardware Settings ❖ Toshiba Button Control ❖ ConfigFree Network The features in this category are: ❖ IR Utility ❖ Connectivity Doctor Security The features avail
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 155 To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA Console, double-click the Power Management icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles, which are optimized for several different working environments. You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized profile. The preset profiles cannot be deleted.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Profiles This section lists the preset profiles along with the estimated battery life for each mode. The preset profiles are: ❖ Full Power ❖ High Power ❖ Normal ❖ DVD Playback ❖ Presentation ❖ Long Life Although you can change the properties for any of these profiles, this is not recommended. If you need a customized profile, create a new profile with the properties you require. The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 157 Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Console, double-click the Mouse icon. Hotkey utility The Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. To activate: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. The Toshiba Hotkey window appears.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. To access it, open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. Then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console ❖ 159 CPU — Allows you to change the dynamic CPU frequency mode Dynamically Switchable—This mode is the default setting for your computer, and automatically changes the processing frequency and decreases voltage depending on the power source: ❖ AC Power—If your computer is connected to the AC adapter, the CPU frequency mode is set to high for faster processing.
Toshiba Utilities Enabling Hibernation Enabling Hibernation Your computer includes a Toshiba Power Saver utility that allows you to change many of your default power settings. You can enable hibernation through this utility. To power down the computer using the Hibernation option, click Start, select Turn off computer. When you hold down the Shift key, the Standby button changes to Hibernate. Hold down the Shift key, then select Hibernate.
Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords 161 Hardware Setup. This is useful if more than one person uses the computer. A single user password supports the instant and power-on password functions. When setting up the various passwords, keep the following in mind: ❖ The user password can be set up under the supervisor password. ❖ The supervisor password must be set before the user password, or the user password must be deleted and then re-entered after the supervisor password is set.
Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords Setting a user password To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, the click All Programs. 2 Point to TOSHIBA Console, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. 3 On the left side, select Security. 4 Select the User Password icon. 5 Click Set. 6 Type your password in the Input box. 7 Retype your password in the Input again box. 8 Click Set. 9 Click OK.
Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords 163 Setting a supervisor password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options. To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, the click All Programs. 2 Point to TOSHIBA Console, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. 3 On the left side, select Security. Sample TOSHIBA Console Security window 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords 4 Select the Supervisor Password icon. 5 Click Set. 6 Type your password in the Input box. 7 Retype your password in the Input again box. 8 Click Set. 9 Click OK. Deleting a supervisor password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, the click All Programs. 2 Point to TOSHIBA Console, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. 3 On the left side, select Security.
Toshiba Utilities Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 165 Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you zoom in and zoom out of applications as well as the icons for Microsoft® Internet Explorer, Microsoft® Office, Windows Media Player, and Adobe® Reader. To access the utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Toshiba Utilities Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is a program that adds features to the TouchPad. For example, by selecting an icon you can: ❖ Open a document ❖ Launch a program ❖ Show a list of windows and switch the active window ❖ Open Internet Explorer favorites TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is like a miniature Windows desktop. You can personalize TOSHIBA Touch and Launch to help you work more efficiently.
Toshiba Utilities Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility 167 If the icon is highlighted in blue and selected, the function corresponding to the selected icon will be launched and the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window will remain open. To close the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window, release your finger when the blue circle is not on any icon. Or, highlight the Close icon in the upper right of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window.
Toshiba Utilities Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is controlled/adjusted via an icon on the system tray. The icon will change color when the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is active. Double-click the icon to open the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window.
Toshiba Utilities Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility 169 In the Corner Assignment section you can change the icons you see at the four corners of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window using the drop-down list boxes. The icons are referred to as tables in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings dialog. The Touch Pad settings button allows you to define how sensitive the TouchPad will be to your finger on the TouchPad before it actives the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window.
Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your notebook computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your dealer or the manufacturer of a software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix 2 171 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. 3 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with step 4. 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task. 5 Click Start, Turn off computer.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 5 Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message. 6 Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not working ® 173 The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message. The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer’s memory has been lost. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours. For more information, see “Power and the batteries” on page 181. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to change your system’s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. This section describes each option and when to use the procedure. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer starts.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not working ® 175 See your Windows documentation for further explanation. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems These are some typical problems and recommended solutions: My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To access Windows XP Help and Support: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support. The Help and Support Centre window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the topic of the problem with which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions. ❖ Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on-screen instructions.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 177 The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time. After you add each device, test it to make sure it and all previously connected devices work. The device most recently connected to the system is the one most likely to be causing a hardware conflict. Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Play-compliant, no two devices will compete for the same system resources. Simply plug in the device and turn on your computer. The operating system automatically sets up your system to accommodate the new device. If you install an older (legacy) device that the operating system cannot recognize, the operating system may have difficulty assigning resources to it. As a result, a hardware conflict can occur.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 179 Disabling a device 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Administrative Tools icon. 3 Click Computer Management and then Device Manager. 4 Select the specific device from the device category. 5 In the toolbar, look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front. This is the disable feature. 6 Click the icon.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about the device. ❖ The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, DVD-ROM, multi-function drive, disk drive, and other functions that consume power. ❖ The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. A Troubleshooting button is also present. Click Troubleshoot... A Help and Support Centre window for that device appears.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 181 If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have a least one memory module installed for the computer to work.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly. If you think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach room temperature and try again. If the battery has completely discharged, it will not begin charging immediately. Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 183 If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard. Refer to the software’s documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys. You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you have a second keyboard, try it.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. The screen does not look right. You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Properties.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 2 Click Properties, then click the Settings tab. 3 Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality. 4 Click OK. 185 The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to be missing. Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name (A: or C:). Error-checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and File Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds: To run Error-checking: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Right-click the drive you want to check and select Properties from the menu.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 187 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 is probably a configuration problem.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems These are some typical problems and recommended solutions: 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 Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 189 Sound system problems These are some typical problems and recommended solutions: You do not hear any sound from the computer. Adjust the volume control. If you are using external headphones or speakers, check that they are securely connected to your computer. The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately. Other cards must be set up before you can use them. Use the Windows XP PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard to set up the card. Refer to your Microsoft® documentation for more information, or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card. Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 191 Resolving PC Card problems These are some typical problems and recommended solutions: The slots are not working. PC Cards that used to work no longer work. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start. 2 Click the My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properties. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3 Click the Hardware tab. 4 Click the Device Manager button. 5 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 1 Double-click the PC Card icon on the taskbar. 2 Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card. The operating system displays a message that you may safely remove the card. 3 Remove the card from the slot. Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or Standby mode. This is known as “warm swapping” and is not supported with this computer For more information on Hibernation and Standby modes, see.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 193 Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray. Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer. Run the printer’s self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as shown in “Setting up your printer” on page 65.
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. 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.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 195 Some people use a combination of these methods, backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to diskette on a daily basis. If you have installed your own programs, you should back up these programs as well as your data files. If something goes wrong that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start again, reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time. Read the user’s guides.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program’s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company’s technical support group for their assistance. ❖ Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and/or program. Your dealer is your best source for current information. Detailed system specifications are available at www.ts.toshiba.
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 197 ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred. ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred. For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site computers.toshiba.com Marketing and product information in the USA www.toshiba.ca Canada www.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 Japan Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 USA Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. CP 11000 Mexico, DF.
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. 199 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hot Keys Instant password security Instant password security Fn + This hot key blanks the display. When the display re-appears, select your user name and enter the correct password if you have created one. Power usage profile Fn + This hot key displays the power usage pop-up window and cycles through the profiles. The power usage profiles are: Full Power, High Power, Normal, DVD Playback, Presentation, and Long Life.
Hot Keys Stand By mode 201 Stand By mode Fn + This hot key places 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 Standby Mode” on page 105. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. The message box can be set so it does not display. Sample Hibernation confirmation box If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see “Enabling Hibernation” on page 160. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hot Keys Display modes 203 Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options.
Hot Keys Display brightness Display brightness Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see “Using the TouchPad™” on page 54. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off.
Appendix B Power Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved VDA approved NEMKO approved 205 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks. The ConfigFree utilities include the following: ❖ Connectivity Doctor—The Connectivity Doctor utility is used to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started 207 Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to start and setup ConfigFree. For more detailed information on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application. Starting ConfigFree To start ConfigFree, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Wireless LAN Bluetooth Connectivity Doctor Profiles Sample ConfigFree Launcher ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 209 Sample Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address. A wireless network device also shows information such as the network SSID and the device’s Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key settings. Sample viewing device information 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If a problem, or potential problem, is detected, a triangle containing an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location. You can then view a possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 211 Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN devices and Bluetooth devices currently used in the neighborhood, and displays information about them on a virtual map. To search for wireless devices: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click Search for Wireless Devices. A virtual map appears with a graphical representation of the wireless devices that have been detected.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing Wi-Fi devices The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected. As with the Wi-Fi screen, moving the mouse pointer over a device icon displays information about the device. Sample viewing Bluetooth devices You can connect to devices shown on the Bluetooth map: 1 Click the icon of a Bluetooth device. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 213 2 Click your own computer at the center of the map. 3 Configured devices are automatically connected. Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard, where you can configure and connect to the device. Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in “profiles.” ConfigFree profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet connections. ❖ Dial-up connection settings for the default connection. ❖ File and printer sharing settings. ❖ Printer settings for the default printer. To create a profile: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Move the pointer to Profile. 3 Click Add. The Add Profile screen appears. 4 Select Capture and click OK. The Add Profile screen appears.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 215 Sample Add Profile screen NOTE The online help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune them as necessary. Profiles can also be imported and exported. This feature is useful when transferring profile settings to other computers.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities To connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Connect. Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection is broken and reestablished later.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 217 Sample Projector icon when connected with Quick Connect If the wireless mode for the wireless setting is set for 5 GHz (802.11a), Quick Connect changes this mode to 2.4 GHz (802.11b) and then connects to the projector. The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that were last used before the Quick Connect function was started: ❖ If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on. This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically switch from the network configuration you use in your office to the one you use at home. The Auto Switch feature contains options for automatically switching between wired and wireless devices.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature 219 Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification window appears. You can then click this window to connect using the settings specified in the profile. To use the Semi-Automatic Switch feature: 1 Right-click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click Auto Switch.
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms These acronyms may appear in this user’s guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port 1 (serial port) COM2 communications port 2 (serial port) CPU central processing unit 220 5.375 x 8.
Glossary DC direct current 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 221 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 IE
Glossary PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference ROM read-only memory RTC real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface DDRAM double data random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial bus URL uniform resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web Terms These terms may appear in this user’s
Glossary 223 alternating current (AC) — The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets. AC reverses its direction at regular intervals. Compare direct current (DC). application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also program. B backup — A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged.
Glossary bus — An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus. bus speed — The speed at which the central processing unit (CPU) communicates with the other parts of the computer. byte — A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data.
Glossary 225 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). controller — A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa.
Glossary 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.
Glossary 227 DVD — An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) — A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs. Compare CD-ROM. E emulation — A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program. enable — To turn on a computer option. See also disable. executable file — A computer program that is ready to run.
Glossary format — (verb) To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer’s operating system. Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it. frontside bus — The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer’s main memory. Also called “system bus.” See also bus. function keys — The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard.
Glossary 229 hot swapping — The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. I icon — A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. 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.
Glossary local area network — See LAN. logical drive — A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system’s logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives. M megabyte (MB) — A unit of data equal to 1,048,576 bytes (1024 x 1024 bytes). See also bytes.
Glossary 231 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. O online — Available through the computer.
Glossary pointing device — Any device, such as the AccuPoint 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.
Glossary 233 ROM (read-only memory) — Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. By non-volatile, we mean that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer’s BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S select — To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it.
U Glossary universal serial bus (USB) — A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 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).
Index Numerics AC adapter 48 AC power cable connectors 205 accessories carrying cases 75 memory 57 Add Printer Wizard 65 adding memory 57 adjusting recording quality 140 Alt keys 80 arm/wrist strain 43 assign keys Fn-esse 151 audio .
Index creating 97 playing an audio 95 playing using Auto-Run 96 critical applications 2 Ctrl keys 80 CDs D problem solving 188 channels DMA 177 IRQ 177 character keys 79 charging the battery 51 checking device properties 179 click 55 communications network connection 132 system resources 177 compact disc positioning 94 compact discs inserting 93 problem solving 188 removing 98 computer customizing 154 non-system disk or disk error message 173 not accessing disk drives 172 precautions 43 running on
Index TV 69 display modes hot key 203 display output settings 71 display panel closing 74 display, external adjusting 72 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 123 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 177 double-click 55 drive problems 188 troubleshooting 180 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive can’t access disc 188 drive tray will not open 188 problems 188 troubleshooting 180 E ergonomics 42 error messages device driver conflict 176 general hardware problem 176 non-system disk or disk error 173, 187 problem
Index Hibernation mode hot key 202 hot key display modes 203 Hibernation mode 202 keyboard 204 keyboard overlays 204 power usage mode 200 Stand By mode 201 volume mute 199 hot key power usage mode 118 hot key utility 157 hot keys 199 hot swapping 144 PC Cards 147 precautions 147 internet connecting to 136 features 137 surfing 137 uploading and downloading files 138 internet explorer icon 127 internet service providers 136 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 177 ISPs 136 I keeping comfortable 40 key assign 151
Index L LCD power-saver 74 lighting 42 M main battery changing 119 removing 119 memory adding 57 problem solving 180 removing expansion slot cover 59 memory module inserting 60 removing 62 microphone 139 Microsoft Support Online Web site 176 modem connecting to a telephone line 131 determining COM port 130 problem solving 193, 194 resetting port to default settings 130 upgrading 130 module Wi-Fi Mini PC 135 monitor 69 connecting 69, 71 not working 183 mouse installing 63 serial 63 N network 154 accessing
Index S-video 70 TV-out 69 video-out, connecting to 70 posture 41 power alarms 116 computer will not start 172 problem solving 181 turning on 53 universal power supply 205 power button 54 power mode creating new 156 customizing 156 power source 48 power usage mode 117 hot key 118 power usage mode hot key 200 powering down using Standby 105 precautions 43, 51 other computer use 43 primary button 55 printer choosing a driver 65 local, connecting 64 problem solving 192, 193 set up 65 printing a file 88 p
Index not recognized 192 slots appear dead 191 Plug and Play 178 power and batteries 181 printer 192, 193 program not responding 170 program not working properly 187 screen does not look right/flickers 184 system resources 177 trouble prevention 194 URL address not found 175 using Startup options 174 warning resume failure 173 Windows won’t start 172 Windows XP not working 173 program, starting 83 programs not running correctly 187 projector 69 connecting 71 protection of stored data 2 R recording .
Index from Shut down 103 from Standby 107 Startup menu problem solving 174 stored data protection 2 supervisor password, deleting 164 supervisor password, set up 163 S-video 70 external display 69 System Setup 172 system tray 128 T taskbar 128 telephone line connecting to modem 131 television 69 adjusting display 72 connecting 69 Toshiba Internet Web sites 197 Toshiba Accessories information 38 Toshiba Console 153 Toshiba Hardware Setup 158 Toshiba online resources 107 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 166 di