Satellite® 2400/2405 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: InTouch® Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see Chapter 9 on page 222 in this guide. TOSHIBA C6617-1002M2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Model: Satellite ® 2400/2405 Series Compact Disk-ReWritable The computer system you purchased may include a Compact DiskReWritable (CD-RW), one of the most advanced storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage.
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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.
company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection.
aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
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.
Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'object d'une licence, il doit être utilisé à l 'interieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blidage maximal. Si le matérial (ou son antenne d 'émission) est installé à l ' exterieur, il doit faire l'object d' une licence. USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❖ Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
Caution: Bluetooth and Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the BluetoothTM Card from Toshiba is far below FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
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Contents Introduction ..............................................................23 This guide .............................................................. 23 Safety icons ........................................................... 24 Other icons used.............................................. 25 Other documentation ............................................. 25 Service options ...................................................... 26 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ........................
Contents Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable .......................... 40 Precautions...................................................... 43 Setting up your computer ...................................... 44 Setting up your software.................................. 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices ................................... 46 Installing additional memory (optional) .................
Contents 15 Caring for your computer....................................... 73 Cleaning the computer ..................................... 74 Moving the computer....................................... 74 Using a computer lock ..................................... 74 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics.................................. 76 Computing tips ...................................................... 76 Using the keyboard ................................................ 77 Character keys ...............
Contents Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive ........... 96 Setting up for communications.............................. 97 Connecting the modem.................................... 97 Connecting your computer to a network .......... 98 Powering down the computer ................................ 99 Turn Off or Shut down command..................... 99 Restart command .......................................... 100 Hibernation command ...................................
Contents 17 Conserving battery power .............................. 123 What to do when the battery runs low ........... 124 Setting battery alarms.................................... 125 Changing the main battery ................................... 126 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 126 Removing the battery from the battery cover. 127 Inserting a charged battery ............................ 128 Disposing of used batteries safely ....................... 129 Traveling tips...................
Contents Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? ................. 157 Windows® XP Help and Support.................... 157 Using the Windows® XP tour ......................... 159 Lesson 15: Turning off your computer................. 160 Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options.......................... 161 Windows® XP special features ............................. 161 Personalizing your desktop.................................. 162 Customizing the taskbar ................................
Contents 19 Playing DVDs ................................................. 177 Exploring audio features ...................................... 177 Recording sounds.......................................... 178 Using a microphone....................................... 178 Adjusting recording quality ............................ 179 Using external speakers or headphones......... 180 Using PC Cards.................................................... 181 PC Card supporting software .........................
Contents Using the WinDVD toolbar ............................. 203 Using the WinDVD status bar ........................ 203 Using the WinDVD control panel.................... 204 Using the control panel playback buttons ...... 205 Maximizing the video window ........................ 207 Using playlists ..................................................... 208 Creating playlists ........................................... 208 Loading and playing playlists.........................
Contents 21 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 228 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 230 Memory module problems............................. 232 Power and the batteries ................................. 232 Keyboard problems........................................ 234 Display problems ........................................... 234 Disk drive problems ....................................... 236 DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems ......... 238 Sound system problems ...........
Contents Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors..................... 266 USA and Canada ............................................ 266 United Kingdom ............................................. 266 Australia......................................................... 266 Europe ........................................................... 266 Appendix C: Video Modes....................................... 267 Your computer’s video modes ............................. 268 Table 1 Video modes (VGA) ...........
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you wherever you go. Your system comes with either the Microsoft® Windows® XP Home operating system or the Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. This guide contains information on both operating systems and how they function with your Toshiba computer.
Introduction Safety icons If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most. Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data.
Introduction Other documentation 25 Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about the computer. HINT: This icon denotes 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: ❖ An electronic version of the user’s guide.
Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ® warranty programs. For more information, visit Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 222. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer. Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you received everything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately. For additional help, see “If you need further assistance” on page 254.
Finding Your Way Around Back The infrared port allows cable-free communication with another device, such as a computer or printer, that has a compatible infrared port. The lights on the system indicator panel provide information about various system functions. For a description, see “System indicator panel” on page 35. The volume control dial lets you adjust the loudness of the system speakers. The 3.
Finding Your Way Around Back Ether 29 The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network using a 10/100 Ethernet link. The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB peripherals have a single standard for cabling and connectors.
Finding Your Way Around Right side Right side Diskette drive eject button DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive shown DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/ CD-RW drive LED Diskette drive LED Diskette drive Wireless antenna LED* Manual eject Security button lock slot Eject button Wireless antenna on-off switch* (*only functional for systems with Wi-FiTM) The diskette drive LED (light-emitting diode) glows when the diskette drive is in use. The diskette drive allows diskettes to be accessed.
Finding Your Way Around Left side 31 The eject button opens the drive tray when the computer is turned on. The manual eject button enables you to open the drive tray when the computer is off. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The PC Card eject buttons release PC Cards from the corresponding slots. The SD card slot holds a highly secure, stamp-size flash memory card with a capacity of 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB or 128 MB. The card can be used with a variety of digital I/O (input/output) products such as digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, and digital video camcorders. The SD card LED (light-emitting diode) flashes when the SD card drive is in use.
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 33 The Internet button turns on the computer and launches your default Internet browser. The power button turns the computer on and off. The stereo speakers let you hear sounds, such as system alarms associated with your software, and music from DVDROMs and audio CDs. The function keys, when used with the Fn key, activate several different system functions. For more information, see “Hot Keys” on page 259.
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The CD/DVD control buttons allow you to play audio CDs when the computer is turned off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs with the computer turned on. For a description of these controls, see “CD/DVD control buttons” on page 36. The front panel provides a palm rest to assist you in maintaining proper posture while using the computer. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a fullsize keyboard.
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. The numeric mode light glows green when the numeric overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key types the number printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. The caps lock light glows when the caps lock function is on.
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is being accessed. The disk/disc activity light flashes green when the diskette drive, the DVD-ROM or the DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is being accessed. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data. CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons on the front of the computer are for playing CDs and DVDs.
Finding Your Way Around Underside 37 The play/pause button starts the disc player, or makes the disc player pause if it is currently playing. The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. Press the button again to eject the disc. The next track button causes the disc player to skip to the following track on the disc. NOTE: If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will start up and you will need to log on before being able to play a CD or DVD.
Finding Your Way Around Underside The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (for systems with Wi-Fi). See “Accessing the wireless modules using your system tray” on page 171. The expansion memory slot cover protects the slots where you insert additional memory. See “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 47 for detailed information. The modem cover protects the built-in modem.
Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use, such as a printer.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 41 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be no higher than eye level. ❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the screen. Seating and posture When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores. ❖ Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 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. ❖ Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three minutes every half-hour is more effective than a long break after several hours.
Getting Started Setting up your computer ❖ Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is being used. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the computer’s keyboard. If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately.
Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See “Connecting the AC adapter” on page 60. Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License Agreement and click Next.
Getting Started Setting up your computer 7 Enter your name and click Finish to complete the process. Your computer restarts automatically. Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to-date with information about new products and upgrades, and also extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at no charge to you.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 47 ❖ Connect an external monitor (see “Using external display devices” on page 54) ❖ Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a printer” on page 53) ❖ Install PC Cards (see “Using PC Cards” on page 181) ❖ Install an SD card (see “Using SD cards” on page 184) Installing additional memory (optional) CAUTION: Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) CAUTION: Do not try to install a memory module under the following conditions. You can damage the computer and the module. 1. The computer is turned on. 2. The computer was shut down using Standby mode. 3. Power to the DVD-ROM drive has been turned on. CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM drive power is on. 1 If the computer is on, turn it off. See “Turn Off or Shut down command” on page 99.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 49 Expansion memory slot cover Underside of the computer NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. 4 Locate the expansion memory slot cover and remove the screw that secures the cover. Removing the expansion memory slot cover screw 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5 Using your finger or a narrow object, lift off the cover. 6 Put the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. CAUTION: 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 gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 51 Inserting the memory module CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the memory slot cover. 11 Replace the screw and tighten it. 12 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. You can now continue setting up the computer.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Removing a memory module CAUTION: If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will become hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature before you replace them. 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 47. CAUTIONS: Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the device.
Getting Started Connecting a mouse 4 53 Complete the procedure by following steps 10 through 12 in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 47. Checking total memory When you add or remove memory, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows the recognized memory.
Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting a USB printer To achieve the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, which may come with your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for connecting a USB printer to your computer. Connecting a parallel printer To achieve the connection, you need a suitable cable, which may come with your parallel printer.
Getting Started Using external display devices 55 Connecting an external monitor You must attach the monitor before you turn on the computer. 1 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) port. 2 Connect the monitor’s power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the external monitor. 4 Turn on the computer. 5 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the Display Properties settings.
Getting Started Using external display devices 2 Release the Fn key. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties box in the Control Panel. Enabling different refresh rates To include the ability to use the built-in display panel and external video device simultaneously among your display output options, you must first enable different refresh rates: 1 Right-click the desktop and click Properties. The Display Properties window opens. 2 Click the Settings tab.
Getting Started Using external display devices 57 Sample Multiple Monitors window 5 Click the Dual button in Controller Options. 6 Click OK. Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your external display device, you may need to adjust the video settings. See the documentation supplied with the device for additional configuration steps.
Getting Started Using external display devices Display limitations Keep in mind that the quality of the display will be limited to the capabilities of the external video device. ❖ If the external video device, such as an SVGA monitor, is capable of displaying at a maximum resolution of 640 x 480 and your system is set for a higher resolution, only part of the desktop will appear on the screen. You can view the “lost” area by scrolling to it.
Getting Started Connecting an external diskette drive 59 Connecting an external diskette drive Although your computer has an internal diskette drive, you can attach an external diskette drive to use diskettes with your computer. These drives hold 3.5-inch diskettes. Sample external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive’s cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. For more information about diskettes, see “Using diskettes” on page 84.
Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries. The AC power light on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter. Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the computer. 5.375 x 8.
Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 61 Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power and battery lights glow. DANGER: 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.
Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you must charge it. Connect the computer to a live power outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. The on/off light glows green and the battery light glows amber to show that it is charging. Once the computer is connected to a power outlet, you can charge the battery with the computer turned off or on. It takes several hours to charge the battery when the computer is off.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 63 Lift Slide Opening the display panel CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, don’t force it beyond the point where it moves easily. Never lift or move the computer using the display panel. Turning on the power On 1 Check that all the drives are empty. 2 Turn on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time, don’t turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. The AC power light glows when the computer is connected to an external power source. The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external power source.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 65 Activating the power-on password When you first turn on your computer, no password is required. But you can set up your computer so that a password is required to complete the powering up process in the future. To activate the power-on password: 1 Press the TOSHIBA Console button. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. For more information see “TOSHIBA Console” on page 192. 2 Click Security. 3 Click User password.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you’d like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, slide your finger forward on the TouchPad. ❖ To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, slide 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.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 67 documentation to find whether it uses the secondary mouse button. For more on the primary and secondary control buttons, see “Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together” on page 135.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Mouse Properties window 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. You can also use a hot key to disable or enable the TouchPad. See “Disabling or enabling the TouchPad” on page 265. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 69 Setting up a printer NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for connecting a printer to your computer. If your printer has not been detected automatically when connected to the computer, you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer guide, or by using the operating system’s Add Printer Wizard.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 3 Click Printers and Faxes. The Printers and Faxes window appears. Sample Printers and Faxes window 4 Click Add a printer. The Add Printer Wizard window appears. Sample Add Printer Wizard 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Getting Started Setting up the fax function 5 Follow the on-screen instructions. HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference. Setting up the fax function To set up the fax capability:. 1 Click Start, Printers and Faxes. The Printers and Faxes window appears. 2 Click the Set up faxing option. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. The fax function default setting is enabled.
Getting Started Powering off the computer 73 Powering off the computer It’s a good idea to power off your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is fully charged.
Getting Started Caring for your computer Cleaning the computer To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer or network administrator for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 75 PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through the loop. 3 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot located on the right side of the computer, then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it. The computer is now securely locked to deter computer theft.
Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists 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. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ 77 Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable storage media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. ❖ Use Disk Defragmenter to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. ❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case — the number and symbol keys are not affected.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 79 Windows® special keys Application key ® Windows logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary (or right mouse) control button. Overlay keys & ∗ ( ) 7 8 9 0 Home 7 PgUp 9 8 U I 4 O 5 J ∗ P - 6 K End 1 : ; L 2 PgDn 3 > M . Ins 0 Del .
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode keyboard indicator light 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. ❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters.
Learning the Basics Emulating a full-size keyboard 81 Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard. For further information and instructions, see “Assigning a key to a program or document” on page 189. NOTE: The Fn emulation key is not supported when using a USB keyboard.
Learning the Basics Starting a program For information on how to program the button, see “Power Management” on page 194. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to 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.
Learning the Basics Printing your work 83 To save: ❖ A file you are updating, open the program’s File menu and click Save. ❖ A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a name for the file, and click OK. 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. For information on how to name a file, see “Windows® XP file system” on page 134.
Learning the Basics Using diskettes Sample Print window 3 Click OK or Print to print. Using diskettes The 3.5-inch internal or external diskette drive lets you use high-density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage. Diskette drive LED Eject button Sample diskette drive The diskette drive LED glows while the drive is being accessed. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Learning the Basics Using diskettes 85 Inserting and removing diskettes 1 Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface points toward the drive. 2 Push the diskette gently into the drive slot. When the diskette is in place, the eject button pops out. To release a diskette from the drive, push the eject button. CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the diskette drive LED is glowing. Doing so could destroy data and damage the diskette or the drive.
Learning the Basics Backing up your files ❖ Never eat, smoke, or use erasers near your diskettes. Foreign particles can damage the diskette’s surface. ❖ Keep your diskettes away from sources of magnetism, such as speakers and radios, since these can destroy data. Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files to a diskette or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive, or to your network partition.
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 7 87 Click the icon for the diskette drive (3 1/2 floppy [A:]). HINT: You can also back up a file to a diskette by clicking the file (or files) you want to backup with the secondary button, then pointing to Send To and clicking 3 1/2 Floppy (A:). Playing a CD or DVD Your computer may have a DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW, CD-ROM or CD-R/CD-RW drive that can read both DVDROM and CD-ROM discs.
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Drive components and control buttons The CD/DVD control buttons are located at the front edge of the computer and can be accessed when the display panel is closed or open. Components DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Eject button Manual eject button Sample DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Use the eject button to open the disc tray. This button requires power to operate.
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 89 The manual eject button allows you to manually open the disc tray when power to the computer and the drive is off. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip. HINT: When the computer is off and the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/ CD-RW drive is on, press the stop/eject control button to eject a disc.
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD The next track button skips to the following track on the disc. 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. NOTE: If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will start up and you will need to log on before being able to play a CD or DVD.
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD CD /DVD mode If a CD is in the drive, the Windows MediaTM Player starts and the digital audio files begin to play. Operating system is running and you press Play/ If a DVD is in the drive, Pause WinDVDTM starts and the DVD begins to play. 91 Digital audio mode Windows MediaTM Player starts and the digital audio files begin to play. CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM drive power is on.
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD The disc tray partially opens. CAUTION: To avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that the disk/disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray. 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open. 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust. CAUTION: Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could lose data.
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 93 Spindle Correct position Disc Incorrect position Incorrect position Positioning the disc on the spindle CAUTION: Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle. If you position the disc incorrectly, it can jam the disc tray. 6 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks, indicating that it is locked. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray.
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Rewind Play Stop Previous track Next track Mute Fast forward Volume control Sample Windows MediaTM Player screen Playing a DVD This guide has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVD. For information about how to play back a DVD, see “WinDVD™ 2000” on page 201. Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard disk.
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 95 Removing a disc with the computer on CAUTION: Never press the eject button while the computer is accessing the drive. Wait for the disk/disc activity light on the system indicator panel to turn off before opening the disc tray. 1 Locate and press the eject button. The disc tray partially opens. 2 Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open. 3 Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its protective cover.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive Caring for CDs and DVDs ❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface of a disc can prevent the drive from reading the data properly. ❖ Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold.
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 97 Setting up for communications To communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ The computer’s modem ❖ A telephone line ❖ A communications program To connect to the Internet, you need a Web browser, such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer. TECHNICAL NOTE: Disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem. Call Waiting interrupts data transmission. Connecting the modem Your computer comes with a built-in V.
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications Connecting to the modem port 2 Plug the other end of the RJ11 telephone cable into the modular jack of a standard voice-grade telephone line. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network locally or remotely. ❖ Locally, using the built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter by connecting it to a standard RJ45 LAN line. ❖ Remotely, using the built-in modem and a dial-up connection.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 99 Powering down the computer When you power down the computer, you have a number of options to choose from: ❖ Turn Off or Shut down, which power off the computer ❖ Hibernation, which saves the current operating state to the hard disk and powers off the computer ❖ Standby, which saves the current operating state to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which restarts the computer Each option has its advantages.
❖ Learning the Basics Powering down the computer When starting up again, the system does not automatically open the programs and files you were previously using. Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but automatically powers up the computer. Use it when you need to reload the operating system, for example to activate changes to system settings.
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 101 Stand by command The Stand by command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. Standby stores the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. If your computer is left in Standby mode for an extended period, your computer could lose data.
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down Sample Turn off computer window 2 Click Turn Off. The computer turns itself off. If you are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are a member of a domain, power off the computer as follows: 1 Click the Start button, then Shut down. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. The computer turns itself off.
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 103 You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See “Power Management” on page 194. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click Details in the Running on batteries section. The Full Power Properties window appears. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
5 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down Click the System Power Mode tab. Sample Full Power Properties window 6 Select Power Off for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Power Off if you want the computer to turn off when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Power Off if you want the computer to turn off when you close the display panel. 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 105 The Set the range window appears. Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 9 Do one of the following: ❖ Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only when you are using battery power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window. 10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel.
3 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See “Power Management” on page 194. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click the Hibernate tab, then click the Enable hibernate support check box. 5 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 107 not a member of a domain, power off the computer using the Hibernation command as follows: 1 Click Start, Turn off computer. The Turn off computer window appears. Sample Turn off computer window with shift key held down to show Hibernate option 2 Hold down the shift key and click Hibernate (“Hibernate” only appears when the shift key is pressed). The computer saves the state of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode in three ways: ❖ By pressing the power button ❖ By closing the display panel ❖ By pressing the hotkey combination Fn+F4 To put the computer into Hibernation mode by pressing the power button and/or closing the display, you must preset the mode: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 109 Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
5 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Click the System Power Mode tab. Sample Full Power Properties window 6 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 7 111 Click Override all Modes with settings here. The Set the range window appears. Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 9 Do one of the following: ❖ Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only when you are using battery power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window.
Learning the Basics Using Standby Using Standby If you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system, or are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are not a member of a domain, power off the computer using the Stand by command as follows: 1 Click Start, Turn off computer. The Turn off computer window appears. Sample Turn off computer window 2 Click Stand By. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode.
Learning the Basics Using Standby 113 mode. The on/off light blinks amber to indicate the machine is in Standby mode. NOTE: If you power down using the Stand by command and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work often. Going into Standby mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Standby mode in three ways: ❖ By pressing the hot key combination Fn+F3. ❖ By pressing the power button ❖ By closing the display panel.
Learning the Basics Using Standby Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click Details in the Running on batteries section. The Full Power Properties window appears. 5 Click the System Power Mode tab. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Learning the Basics Using Standby 115 Sample Full Power Properties window 6 Select Standby for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you close the display panel. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
7 Learning the Basics Using Standby Click Override all Modes with settings here. The Set the range window appears. Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 9 Do one of the following: ❖ Click DC only for the settings to apply only when you are using battery power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window.
Chapter 4 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba’s energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba.
Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power until the battery is fully discharged. Please see “Maximizing battery life” on page 119 for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adapter or a docking station for an extended period, more than a month, the battery may fail to retain a charge. It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the battery light may not indicate a low-battery condition.
Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 119 ❖ 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. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cable to a power outlet. The DC-IN (if applicable to your system) or AC power light should glow green, and the battery light should glow amber to indicate that the battery is being charged. If the DC-IN or AC power light indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied. Check the connections to the AC adapter and power cable. 5 Charge the battery until the battery light glows green.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries 121 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. It takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on. TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery may take longer to charge with many applications open at the same time. The battery may not start charging immediately if: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power To recharge the RTC battery, plug in the computer and leave it turned on for 10 hours or longer. NOTE: 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 realtime clock.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 123 The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See “Power Management” on page 194. 4 Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the Running on Batteries section, click Details. 5 Click the Power Save Mode tab.
❖ Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Where you are working—since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba’s power-saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs. See “Power Management” on page 194 for details.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 125 Setting battery alarms Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. You can set multiple alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached. You can set how the warning occurs: sound an alarm, display a message, both, or none. You can also set the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode, or to Turn Off or Shut down when the alarm goes off.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 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. NOTE: If your battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work often. CAUTION: When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or short-circuit its terminals. Also, do not drop, hit or otherwise impact the battery.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 127 Sliding the battery release latch 5 Slide the battery release latch toward the front of the computer. Slide the battery cover toward the edge of the computer until it won’t go any further. 6 Lift the cover straight up from the slot. WARNING: If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in “Disposing of used batteries safely” on page 129.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Battery cover latch Tab Tab Battery cover latch Removing the battery from the battery cover 3 Lift the battery from the battery cover. Inserting a charged battery 1 Turn off the computer. See “Turn Off or Shut down command” on page 99. 2 Remove all cables connected to the computer. 3 Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 4 Hold the battery so that the label is face down.
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely 8 129 Slide the battery release latch toward the back of the computer. You may need to press the cover in from the edge slightly to return the latch to the closed position. Battery release latch Inserting the battery cover CAUTION: Failure to lock the battery cover can result in the battery falling out of the computer case. 9 Turn the computer right side up. 10 Reconnect any cables you removed. 11 Turn on the computer.
Mobile Computing Traveling tips You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged. CAUTION: 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.
Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System This chapter introduces the Windows® XP operating system by guiding you through a few basic tasks. Whether you have used a Windows® operating system or not, the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will more than offset the short amount of time spent going through these lessons. As you explore the Windows® XP operating system further, you will often discover alternative ways of accomplishing a particular task.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. However, the differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 133 Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon. You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element’s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. 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.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: 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 active one, click the program’s or window’s button on the taskbar.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 135 Computers can be connected together to form a network, so that programs, documents and other data can be quickly and easily shared between computers. You can use the My Computer feature, accessible through the Start menu, to access any file in the Windows® file system. For more information, read the Microsoft® documentation that comes with your computer.
3 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together With the cursor in an empty area of the desktop, click the secondary button to open the desktop shortcut menu. As the name implies, shortcut menus provide quick access to many operating system features. Sample desktop shortcut menu 4 Click an empty area to close the shortcut menu. 5 Click Start, then click My Computer. The operating system opens the My Computer window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 137 The My Computer window is closed. 7 Click an empty area of the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and, while holding down the primary button, use the TouchPad to drag the cursor to the right edge of the desktop, then release the primary button. (This process is known as “clicking and dragging.”) The taskbar moves from the bottom to the right edge of the desktop.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet To unlock it: 1 Right-click the taskbar. A menu appears. If the Lock the taskbar option has a check mark, then the feature is in use. 2 Click Lock the taskbar. 3 Call up the menu again. The check mark should be gone, indicating the lock has been removed. Follow the same steps to lock the taskbar. You can also lock and unlock the taskbar by using the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document 139 The My Computer window appears. 2 On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click Address Bar. The operating system displays the address bar. It indicates that you are in “My Computer.” Sample My Computer window Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document 3 To give your document a meaningful name, type My New Doc.txt and press Enter. 4 Double-click the My New Doc icon. The operating system opens the new document in Notepad—the text editor built into the operating system. Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens, there is a new button on the taskbar that reads New Doc.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder 141 Lesson 5: Creating a new folder DEFINITION: A folder is an area where you can store documents and other types of files. It is analogous to a file folder stored in a file cabinet. In this case, a disk drive in the computer is the file cabinet. The operating system stores documents and programs in folders. It even stores other folders in folders.
7 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs Close the window by clicking its Close button and continue with the next lesson to learn how to start programs. Lesson 6: Starting programs Usually, you will know which program you want to use for a particular task. This lesson teaches you how to launch programs from the Start menu, using two of the programs that are built into the operating system: Paint and Windows® Explorer. 1 Click Start, then All Programs.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs 3 143 To open the second program: ❖ Click Start, then click All Programs. ❖ Point to Accessories, then click Windows Explorer. The operating system opens Windows® Explorer, which provides access to all your computer’s resources. For example, it lets you see all the files in a particular folder on the computer’s hard disk.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows If you have followed the lessons in this chapter, you now have a screen with several program windows open. You can organize these windows by resizing and repositioning them so that you can see more than one window at a time. You can also hide windows by removing them from the desktop without actually closing your document or program.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows 145 Using the taskbar If you have applications open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by pointing to the applications’ button on the taskbar through use of the TouchPad and clicking the secondary button.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows The Paint window expands to fill the screen, hiding everything except the taskbar. Notice that the Maximize button has changed. It is now called the Restore button. HINT: Maximizing a program is a good way to work when you are only using that program and do not want any distractions on the screen. Resizing and moving windows 1 Click the Restore button in the top-right corner of the Paint window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 8: Closing programs 147 Now that the windows are side by side, you can see how you could refer to one window while working in the other. Resizing and moving windows allows you to rearrange the desktop to suit your needs. Experiment with different sizes and placements of windows to find the best arrangement for your work. At this point you have two programs open on the desktop. The next lesson shows you how to close them.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts By adding shortcuts to your desktop, you can open programs or files with the click of a button. You will probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently. This lesson explains how to create shortcuts using two operating system accessories, Calculator and Character Map, as examples.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts 4 149 Type Calculator and click Finish. The operating system displays the new shortcut on your desktop. Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Use this method when you don’t know the name and location of the program file. 1 Click Start, then click Search. Sample Search option on the Start menu The operating system displays the Search Results window. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Search Results window HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. 2 Click All files and folders. 3 Type char in the text box labeled: In all or part of the file name. The operating system displays a list of all the files with “char” in their names. 4 Click the Character Map file with the secondary button and drag and drop it on the desktop.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver 151 A shortcut to the Character Map appears on your desktop. NOTE: Shortcut icons can be recognized by an arrow in the lowerleft corner of the icon. Deleting the icon will not affect the program itself. Clicking a shortcut icon opens the program or folder immediately. You can place as many shortcuts on your desktop as you find useful.
1 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver Move the cursor to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu. 2 Click Properties. The operating system displays the Display Properties window. Sample Display Properties window 3 Click the Screen Saver tab. 4 Click the arrow beside the current option—probably “(None)” —to open the screen saver list box.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time 8 153 After you have chosen a screen saver pattern and applied it to your desktop, click OK. The operating system returns you to the desktop. You can view any object’s properties by clicking the object with the secondary button, then choosing Properties from the shortcut menu that appears. The next lesson explains how to set two other properties—the date and time.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Sample Date and Time Properties window HINT: To open the Date and Time Properties window more quickly, either click the time display on the taskbar with the secondary button, then click Adjust Date/Time, or double-click the time display. 4 Click the Date & Time tab and set the correct month, year, day, and time. 5 Click the Time Zone tab and drop-down list box, and set your time zone. 6 Click OK.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop 155 The icon disappears, but it has not really gone. It is merely set aside in the Recycle Bin so that you can restore or delete it later. 2 Repeat step 1 for any other icons you created during this tutorial. Each icon disappears as you drop it on the Recycle Bin. 3 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon. The operating system opens the Recycle Bin window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 13: Using System Restore documents, and sometimes even programs. Still, the process is the same. Just drag an object’s icon to the Recycle Bin. If you change your mind and want to restore an object you sent to the Recycle Bin, select the object with the secondary button and click Restore. The operating system restores the object to the place from which it was deleted. You can also restore the object by dragging it to the desktop.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 157 Sample System Restore welcome screen ® The Windows XP operating system guides you through the process of storing your system settings for future use. It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time. Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? This teaches you how to use some of the Help features in the ® Windows XP operating system.
2 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? If you do not see the index, click index. Help and Support displays the Index. Sample Help and Support Index The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type in a topic you want to find in the index. 3 Type drawing in the text box. Notice as you type that the index moves to locate what you typed. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 159 Sample help window for drawings Notice that under the category drawings, there is a subcategory: creating using Paint. 4 Highlight creating using Paint, then click Display. Help opens a topic screen that, in the window’s right pane, gives a brief description of Paint and provides different ways for accessing the program, including through use of a hot link (Paint).
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 15: Turning off your computer To start the tour: 1 Click Start, then click Tour Windows XP The Windows XP Tour window appears. 2 Follow the instructions. Sample Windows XP Tour window Lesson 15: Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the operating system turn off your computer.
Chapter 6 Exploring Your Options In this chapter, you will explore other features of your notebook computer.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace. This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 163 Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and browse the files and folders on your local computer or network file server. You can arrange that: ❖ Items that normally require a double-click will open with a single click. ❖ Folders will open in their own window instead of in the same window. ❖ Folders are accompanied by a list of common tasks instead of displayed alone.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Sample Web-style option 3 Select the preferred options. 4 Click Apply, then click OK. Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop, you can also display a Web page in an individual window. If you subscribe to the Web page, it can be automatically updated on a regular basis.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 165 3 Click the Add Web content to your desktop link. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions. Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window. As you browse, the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus. You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop The elements you can add to the top of the window are: Toolbar element Description Address Bar Opens Web pages, programs, folders, or documents. By default, the address bar shows your current location, and whether it is a folder or a Web page. You can browse to another location by typing an address — a URL, a path, or even a program name. If you start typing a previously typed address, the AutoComplete feature finishes the address for you.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 167 The My Computer window appears. 2 Double-click the folder you want to open. 3 In the Tools menu, select Folder Options. The Folders Options box appears. 4 In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common tasks in folders. 5 Click Apply, then click OK. Helpful information on how to use the folders appears on one side of the window.
Exploring Your Options Using your computer at the office Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard and an external mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. An external monitor connects to the RGB (monitor) port. An external mouse and keyboard connect to the USB ports. In addition, you can connect your notebook to the office network. See “Connecting your computer to a network” on page 170.
Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer 8 169 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer To find out which port your modem is connected to in the operating system: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Phone and Modem Options. The Phone and Modem Options window appears. 4 Click the Modems tab. A location box appears. In the Attached to field, the COM port is specified. Your modem should be listed under Modem.
Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer 171 Accessing a network To access: ❖ A wired network at the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer. ❖ A remote network, you need a dial-up connection. ❖ A wireless network, you need a wireless networking PC Card, or contact your authorized Toshiba representative. Setting up a dial-up connection To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection Wizard: 1 Click Start and point to All Programs.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet with other removable PC Card devices you may have installed. You can use the system tray’s PC Card icon to turn off your Wi-Fi Mini PCI module. However, you will need to restart your computer to turn it back on. Your optional Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is integrated into your computer system. It is recommended that you do not remove the module from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet 173 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.
1 Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet Connect your computer’s modem to a telephone line. For more information on connecting a modem, see “Connecting the modem” on page 97. 2 Start your Web browser. Have your modem dial the ISP’s telephone number, and establish a connection with the ISP’s computer. Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page.
Exploring Your Options Toshiba’s online resources 175 which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens. ❖ Internet news groups A news group is similar to a chat room, but instead of using a dedicated site to converse about a specialized subject with others in real-time, it uses a Web site as a clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale.
Exploring Your Options Exploring video features For information on connecting: ❖ An external monitor, see “Using external display devices” on page 54. ❖ A television set, see “Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television.” Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television ® To view a DVD movie or Windows presentation in fullscreen mode on your television, you need RCA-type video and audio cables. You must purchase both cables. The audio cable is “Y”-shaped. It has a 3.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 4 177 If a movie is already playing, turn it off and repeat step 3. NOTE: As you press the Fn and F5 keys, the display box shifts to highlight the different display output devices. When the TV box is highlighted, release the Fn and F5 keys to send the display to the video out. To return to the internal LCD display, press the Fn and F5 keys again and highlight the internal LCD and external TV. Playing DVDs 1 Open the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW tray.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Recording sounds You can make audio recordings and save them as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone in jack and using the Sound Recorder feature in the operating system. DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced “wave”) file is the format for storing sound in files. Using a microphone Attaching a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 179 Positioning bar Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward Sample Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone. NOTE: You can only record 60 seconds at a time. 4 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. 5 To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. 6 To save the file, select Save from the File menu.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 3 In the Audio Properties window, adjust the Sound Playback quality and volume, and the Sound Recording volume. 4 Click OK. Your new settings take effect the next time you record. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system and internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards 3 181 Adjust the volume: ❖ For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker. ❖ For headphones, use the computer’s volume control dial. Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer’s capabilities and usefulness. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your dealer. Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Inserting PC Cards Inserting a PC Card 1 If your PC Card does not support hot swapping, save your data and turn off the computer before inserting the PC Card. For more information, see “Hot swapping” on page 183. 2 Hold the PC Card with the arrow or main label side up and the connector side toward the slot. 3 Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards 183 Removing PC Cards 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. 2 Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card. The operating system advises you that you may safely remove the card. 3 Press the PC Card eject button next to the PC Card slot in use. Ejecting a PC Card 4 Remove the PC Card and store it properly.
Exploring Your Options Using SD cards ❖ Never remove a network card while you are connected to a network. ❖ Never remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it are operating. DEFINITION: SCSI is an acronym for Small Computer Systems Interface. A single SCSI PC Card enables you to connect several SCSI devices, such as a scanner or digital camera to your computer. Before removing a PC Card, shut it down by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray.
Exploring Your Options Using SD cards 185 Removing a SD card 1 Right-click the SD drive’s icon and select Eject from the pop-up menu. 2 Press the card inward to release it. The card pops out slightly. 3 Lift the left side of the computer, grasp the card, and pull it straight out. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to configure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse 187 Using Accessibility enables you to make the Fn key a sticky key, meaning you can press it once, release it and then press a function key to activate the hot key function. To open Accessibility: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Select Toshiba Utilities, then select Accessibility. The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears. 3 Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box. Sample TOSHIBA Accessibility window 4 Put a check mark next to the desired option.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse and folders from within any program without using the Start menu. This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to quickly access your programs and files. For information on creating operating system shortcuts, see “Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts” on page 148.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse 189 ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color. ❖ Unavailable keys are dark gray. Assigning a key to a program or document There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document: ❖ Drag-and-drop ❖ Use the keyboard or TouchPad The method most often used is drag-and-drop.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Using the keyboard or TouchPad To assign a key to open a program or document: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 Perform one of the following: ❖ Using the keyboard, press and hold the Fn key, then press the desired assignment key. ❖ Using the TouchPad, move the cursor over the desired key and press the secondary button. The Assignment Type window appears. HINT: If you are making a direct key assignment, complete step 3. If you are making a popup assignment, complete step 4.
Toshiba Utilities Hotkey utility 191 do this, refer to your operating system documentation. ❖ Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just selected. ❖ To open a popup list showing the items in that folder, press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any ® Windows program. Viewing existing key assignments To view the existing key assignments, choose Assignments from the Fn-esse keyboard. Fn-esse displays the Function Key Assignments window.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console The Toshiba Hotkey utility window appears. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 4 Put a check mark next to the desired option. 5 Click OK. TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. You can normally access the TOSHIBA Console in two ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button located above the F6 key on your keyboard. ❖ Use the Start menu.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 193 Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features: ❖ Customize Your Computer ❖ Network ❖ Security Customize Your Computer The features available in this category are: ❖ Power Management (See “Power Management” on page 194.) ❖ TOSHIBA Button Controls (See “TOSHIBA Button Controls” on page 197.) ❖ Mouse (properties) ❖ Hotkey assignment (See “Fn-esse” on page 187.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Network The feature in this category is the IR utility. Security The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password Power Management The Power Management feature enables you to control your computer’s power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, or create one yourself. To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA Console: 1 Press the TOSHIBA Console button.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 195 Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Power Save Modes tab shows the power usage modes for both AC power (“Plugged in”) and battery power (Running on batteries”). You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized mode. The preset modes cannot be deleted. By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console The windows and settings for creating and customizing battery power modes are described in the following sections. Running on batteries section The preset modes are: ❖ Long Life ❖ Normal ❖ High Power ❖ DVD Playback ❖ Presentation ❖ Super Long Life Although you can change the properties for any of these modes, this is not recommended. If you need a customized mode, create a new mode with the properties you require.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 197 This tab enables you to choose an icon for your power usage mode, describe the mode’s characteristics and, optionally, associate it with a program. The Name field displays the name assigned to the mode in the Power Saver Properties window. You can change the name here if you wish. TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOSHIBA Button Controls allow you to enable or disable the TOSHIBA Console and Internet buttons and the programs associated with them.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Sample TOSHIBA Controls Properties window 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Check the boxes for the TOSHIBA Console button and/ or the Internet button. 4 Under Select a Program, make the desired selections. 5 Click Apply, then click OK. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access it: In the TOSHIBA Console, double-click the Toshiba Hardware icon. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 199 Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the following: ❖ Display — Allows you to select the built-in LCD and/or external monitor when the computer powers on. ❖ Boot Priority — Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system. You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button, then quickly pressing the right or left arrow keys.
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console ❖ Keyboard — Allows you to enable or disable the “wakeup on keyboard” feature. The feature allows you to “wake” the machine from Standby mode by pressing a key. ❖ USB — Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation. ❖ LAN — Lets you enable or disable LAN features. ❖ General — Shows the BIOS version, and allows you to set BIOS defaults. ❖ Password — Allows you to set or reset a user password for the power-on process and for instant security.
Chapter 8 WinDVD™ 2000 WinDVD is a software program for playing back CDs and DVDs. This chapter explains how to use this program. Playing DVDs TECHNICAL NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends playing DVDs while your computer is connected to AC power. For systems with a DVD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunctional drive, you can use InterVideo WinDVD to play DVDs.
WinDVD™ 2000 Playing DVDs a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunctional drive, WinDVD is preinstalled on the hard disk. WARNING: Before playing a DVD, turn down the volume. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. See “Using the control panel playback buttons” on page 205 to locate the volume control buttons. Insert a DVD into the drive, following the instructions in “Inserting a disc” on page 91. The computer automatically detects the disc in the drive and opens WinDVD.
WinDVD™ 2000 Playing DVDs Time slider Playback speed slider 203 Current time slot indicator Current chapter indicator Sample InterVideo WinDVD 2000 window Using the WinDVD toolbar The WinDVD window contains a toolbar at the top and a status bar at the bottom. If the toolbar or status bar does not appear, you can display them by following the instructions in “Setting general properties” on page 210. The toolbar contains basic DVD playback controls.
WinDVD™ 2000 Playing DVDs current time slot is indicated on the right side of the status bar. The playback speed slider enables you to control the speed at which the DVD plays. Move the slider to the left to slow the playback speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster. Placing the slider in the center plays the DVD at normal speed, and enables the audio. The audio is automatically muted at any other playback speed.
WinDVD™ 2000 Playing DVDs 205 You can open a shortcut menu, by positioning the cursor over the WinDVD window, other than over the control panel, then clicking the secondary button. The shortcut menu contains the same features as the control panel, plus the enable caption feature, which displays captions for the hearing impaired. You can also create a playlist, to customize the order in which the DVD content plays (see “Creating playlists” on page 208).
WinDVD™ 2000 Playing DVDs Click this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Repeat — repeat the current None chapter, if the DVD contains chapters. Otherwise this button repeats the DVD from the beginning. When the repeat button is activated, the repeat symbol appears to the left of the chapter number on the control panel counter. The DVD continues to repeat until you click the repeat button again, and the repeat symbol no longer displays on the control panel. Eject — open the DVDROM drive disc tray.
WinDVD™ 2000 Playing DVDs Click this To do this 207 Or use keyboard shortcut Fast reverse — move R quickly backward through the DVD content. When you reach the desired location, click the play button to resume playing the DVD. Previous — move to the beginning of the previous chapter and resume playing the DVD. PgUp Next — move to the next chapter and resume playing the DVD. PgDn Fast forward — move quickly forward through the DVD content.
WinDVD™ 2000 Using playlists To display the control panel again, double-click anywhere in the video window. Using playlists A playlist is a customized list of DVD files in the order in which you want to view them. For example, you may want to create a playlist for DVDs that contain music files, so that you can play the music selections you want in the order you want to hear them. You can only save one playlist at a time. Creating playlists 1 On the WinDVD control panel, click the playlist button.
WinDVD™ 2000 Using playlists 209 DVD files have an .mpg, .vob or .ac3 file name extension. After selecting a file, the file name appears in the Selected files list. You can also double-click a file name to add it to the playlist. 4 Add as many files as you wish to the playlist. You must add the files in the order in which you want to play them. To delete a file from the playlist, select the file in the Selected files list, then click Delete. To delete the entire list and start over, click Delete All.
WinDVD™ 2000 Customizing WinDVD Customizing WinDVD You can control several general WinDVD characteristics, such as whether the toolbar and status bar are visible, as well as numerous audio and display features. You control these general, audio and display features from the Properties window. 1 Launch WinDVD, if it is not already running. 2 On the WinDVD control panel, click the Properties button. WinDVD displays the Properties window, with the General tab on top.
WinDVD™ 2000 Customizing WinDVD 211 current region code of the WinDVD player installed in your computer is Region 1, comprising the United States and Canada. NOTE: Most DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives let you change the region code, usually between one and five times. Once a drive has reached the limit, the region code cannot be changed again. Pay careful attention to the Remaining times until permanent box on the General properties tab.
WinDVD™ 2000 Customizing WinDVD Setting audio properties 1 In the Properties window, click the Audio tab. The Audio tab moves to the front. The Current audio track box displays the current audio format and attributes. Sample Properties window with Audio tab on top 2 In the Audio channels box, select the appropriate speaker mode to match your setup as follows: ❖ If you have two speakers, select one of the 2 speaker modes. Mono mixes the audio channels into one channel.
WinDVD™ 2000 Customizing WinDVD 213 Setting display properties 1 In the Properties window, click the Display tab. The Display tab moves to the front. Sample Properties window with Display tab selected 2 Select the Lock aspect ratio check box to maintain the original aspect ratio when the video window is resized. Otherwise clear the check box. 3 Select the Startup in full screen mode check box to automatically start WinDVD each time with the video window maximized and the control panel hidden.
WinDVD™ 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features select WinDVD to display the control panel in a different format. You can also select About to display copyright and version information. Using WinDVD advanced features The features described in this section are available on the WinDVD expanded control panel. To open the expanded control panel, click the expanded controls button on the WinDVD main control panel. See “Using the WinDVD control panel” on page 204 for help locating the expanded controls button.
WinDVD™ 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this 215 Or use keyboard shortcut Playback speed— None control the speed at which the DVD plays. Move the slider to the left to slow the playback speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster. Placing the slider in the center plays the DVD at normal speed, and enables the audio. The audio is automatically muted at any other playback speed. Brightness — move + (increases) the slider to the right - (decreases) to increase video brightness.
WinDVD™ 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Numeric keypad — 0 - 9 use these buttons to select a chapter by entering the chapter number. After you have entered a chapter number, click the enter button on the lower-right corner of the numeric keypad (↵ ) to begin playing that chapter. You can clear an entry by clicking the clear (X) button on the lowerleft corner of the numeric keypad. Menu button — dis- None play all available menus for the current DVD.
WinDVD™ 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Chapter button — C display a list of all the chapters in the current DVD. Select the chapter you want to play, or use the numeric keypad to enter the chapter number. Title button — Dis- T play a list of all the titles on the current DVD. Click the title you want to play, then click Enter. Audio tracks — dis- A play a list of all the audio track options.
WinDVD™ 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Subtitles — display a S list of all the available language subtitles. This button is enabled only for DVD content that includes subtitles and supports dynamic subtitle information changes. Select the desired language, or select Default to display subtitles in the DVD’s default language. Camera angles — G display a list of all the available camera angles.
WinDVD™ 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this 219 Or use keyboard shortcut Bookmark — save an None unlimited number of locations on the DVD for quick reference. On the bookmark shortcut menu, click Add to open the Add Bookmark window. Type a bookmark name, then click OK. The bookmark name appears on the bookmark shortcut menu. Click the bookmark name to go to that location on the DVD. Click Delete All to delete all bookmarks.
4 WinDVD™ 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Release the primary button. WinDVD automatically fills the window with the selected area. Panning Once you are zoomed in on an area of the WinDVD video window, you can move the zoom window location using the pan feature. 1 With the video window in zoom mode, click the pan button, located in the lower-right corner of the directional button panel. 2 With the cursor over the center of the window, drag the zoomed window up, down, left or right.
WinDVD™ 2000 Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD 221 The adjustment window provides another set of sliders for adjusting volume and brightness. It also provides two color control sliders. Move the Color control 1 slider to the right to increase the blue and decrease the yellow color values. Move the slider to the left to increase the yellow and decrease the blue color values. Move the Color control 2 slider to the right to increase the red and decrease the green color values.
Chapter 9 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your notebook computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your dealer, your network administrator or the manufacturer of a software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix 223 To close a program that has stopped responding: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). 2 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. 3 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with step 4.
6 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 225 The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message. The computer was placed in Standby mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer’s memory has been lost. To charge the RTC battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet and turned on for several hours. For more information, see “Power and the batteries” on page 232. 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 227 Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet. They include: modem speed, time of day (when everyone else is surfing, your access can be slow) and popularity of the site. If accessing a particular site is very slow, try later. My browser can’t find the URL address I typed in.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support. 2 Click the Hardware link in the window’s left pane. A list of category links appear.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 229 the computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer’s memory to store information as it works. These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources. Interrupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request (IRQ) because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor’s time.
❖ If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. CAUTION: Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 231 type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device’s properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Administrative Tools. 2 Double-click the Computer Management icon. 3 In the left pane, click Device Manager. 4 To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. 5 To view the properties, double-click the device.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Memory module problems CAUTION: 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 gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer). Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device-related.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 233 Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cable. Make sure the AC adapter and power cable are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer. If the AC power light still does not come on, check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict your software using the hard disk more? Is the display set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. For more information on maximizing battery power, see “Charging batteries” on page 120. Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 235 password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter. If no password is registered, press Enter. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working. If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once).
3 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Change the Colors option and click OK. ® For more information, see Windows Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer’s internal display. To change the display properties: 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 237 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 click Properties. The drive’s properties box appears. 3 Click the Tools tab. 4 Click the Check now button. The Check Disk All Apps box appears.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Some programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs. A diskette will not go into the diskette drive. You may already have a diskette in the drive. Make sure the drive is empty. You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 239 Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty. If necessary, wipe it with a clean damp cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner. Replace the disc in the tray. Make sure it is lying flat, label side up. Press the disc down until it locks on the spindle. Close the drive tray carefully, making sure it has shut completely. You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict fast-forward and rewind during the legal notices at the beginning of a movie. Playback performance is poor. Make sure your system’s A/C adapter is plugged in and the system’s power setting is on full. The Root or Title menu does not open. Most DVD titles have one or both of the “Root” and “Title” menus. If one menu button appears to do nothing, try the other menu button. WinDVD performance decreases after making a system change.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 2 241 Ensuring DMA (Direct Memory Access) is turned on. See “Secondary IDE Channel DMA setting” on page 241. 3 If you have installed new hardware (such as a new graphics card or audio card), ensure the component’s drivers support Microsoft® DirectX® 8.1 or higher and WinDVD. Contact the manufacturer of the component. 4 Verifying that your display driver resolution, color depth and refresh rate are optimal for DVD playback.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Sample Secondary IDE Channel Properties window 6 Click Advanced Settings. 7 Look at Device 0. The current transfer mode should be Ultra DMA Mode 2. If it isn’t, select Ultra DMA Mode 2 from the pull-down menu and click OK. WinDVD problems: content issues Movies exhibit poor performance of “Director's Commentary” or other similar optional content versions. Some movies may exhibit poor performance of these features.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict WinDVD will not function properly with “debug” software installed. The WinDVD application will not function properly if it detects that debug software is present on the system. Remove the debug software to restore functionality of WinDVD. WinDVD: error messages This table offers descriptions and resolutions for error messages that may appear when using WinDVD.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional information Resolution No audio subsystem could be found for playback. Check installation of the sound card drivers. There is a problem with the audio card or audio component within the system. The problem may be one of the following: The audio card is faulty. There is a problem with the audio driver. WinDVD cannot display the selected resolution due to system limitations.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 245 Error message and additional information Resolution An unexpected error has occurred. This is usually a rare, title-specific problem. This error is unclassified. Report the problem and any error code to your supplier's Technical Support. There is a problem with the copy protection system within the DVD-ROM drive. Playback cannot continue. Try to play another disc. Contact your supplier’s Technical Support.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional information Resolution This DVD disc cannot be played in this region. Use DVD content from the appropriate region. If applicable on your system, refer to the Help file for how to change the Region Code. The selected region cannot be used due to one of the following: The Region Code of WinDVD and the DVD disc do not match.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 247 Error message and additional information Resolution This file appears to contain unsupported data. Please refer to the Supported Formats section of the WinDVD Help file and ensure that this file contains valid data. The drive or disc cannot be found. Check the DVD-ROM drive or DVD disc. Ensure the disc is a valid type (DVD-Video, Video CD, or audio CD). This may be caused by one of the following: No disc in the DVD-ROM drive.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict in the Mixer Utility (default Enabled), may cause feedback. Revert to the default settings. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you’re having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 249 PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. See “Using PC Cards” on page 181 for how to insert PC Cards. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is available, try the card in that machine. If the card malfunctions again, it may be defective.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. Remove the PC Card. If removing the PC Card doesn’t resolve the problem, try restarting the computer. If the computer still doesn’t work, contact the PC Card’s manufacturer. Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails. Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card: 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 251 Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray. Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer’s modem port and the telephone line jack. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port. See “Determining the COM port” on page 169.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 253 software programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See “Computing tips” on page 76 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy files to diskette, following the steps in “Saving your work” on page 82. ❖ Copy files to your network partition.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance If you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems, you may need additional technical assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for help. Before you call Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 2 255 Next, try one of Toshiba’s online services. The Toshiba ® Forum can be accessed through CompuServe by typing: go toshiba. Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖ Your computer’s model and model number. ❖ Your computer’s serial number. ❖ The computer and any optional devices related to the problem. ❖ Backup copies of your operating system and all other preloaded software on diskettes or CD-ROM.
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site computers.toshiba.com Marketing and product information in the USA toshiba.ca Canada toshiba-Europe.com Europe toshiba.co.jp/index.htm Japan http://servicio.toshiba.com Mexico and all of Latin America Toshiba’s worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices 257 Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D-93055 Regensburg Germany Greece Ideal Electronics S.A. 109 Syngrou Avenue 176 71 Kalithea Athens Greece Hungary Technotrade Kft. Szerencs utca 202 1147 Budapest Hungary Ireland Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge KT15 2UL United Kingdom Italy Progetto Elettronica 92 s.r.l.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Poland TECHMEX S.A. ul. Partyzantów 71, 43-316 Bielsko-Biala 01-059 Warszawa Poland Portugal Quinta Grande Assisténcia Técnica Informática, Lda. Av. Moinhos no. 15A Ur. Quinta Grande 2720 Alfragide Portugal Singapore Toshiba Singapore Pte. Ltd. 438B Alexandra Rd. # 06-01 Alexandra Technopark Singapore 119968 Slovakia HTC a.s. Dobrovicova 8 81109 Bratislava Slovakia Slovenia Inea d.o.o.
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. 259 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Hot Keys Instant password security Instant password security Fn + This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display reappear. For information on setting a password, see “Activating the power-on password” on page 65. With a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security.
Hot Keys Power usage mode 261 The Display Properties window appears. 4 If you clicked Choose a screen saver, the Screen Saver tab has already been selected. If it isn’t selected, click the Screen Saver tab. 5 Click the On resume, password protected check box. 6 Click OK. Power usage mode Fn + This hot key displays the power usage pop-up window and cycles through the battery save modes.
Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode. Click the checkbox to prevent the message box appearing in future. Sample standby confirmation box ❖ For more information about Standby mode, please see “Using Standby” on page 112. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Hot Keys Hibernation mode 263 Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key puts 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. Click the checkbox to prevent the message box appearing in future. Sample Hibernation confirmation box ❖ If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key has no effect. For more information on Hibernation mode, see “Using Hibernation” on page 105. 5.375 x 8.
Hot Keys Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. NOTE: This hot key does not function while WinDVD is playing. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display panel and external video device simultaneously See “Enabling different refresh rates” on page 56.
Hot Keys Display brightness 265 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 disables or enables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see “Using the TouchPad” on page 65. 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 Your notebook 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 UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia Europe AS approved VDA approved NEMKO approved 266 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Appendix C Video Modes This appendix lists the video modes supported by the display adapter and identifies the characteristics of each mode. The columns in the tables have the following meanings: Mode is the mode number in hexadecimal and is generally used by programmers to specify video modes in programs. Type identifies the display adapter that first supported the mode and specifies whether the mode is text or graphics.
Video Modes Your computer’s video modes Scan Freq hor/vert is the horizontal and vertical scanning frequency in Hertz. This is for external monitors only. Your computer’s video modes Your computer supports the video modes defined in this table. If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the numbers on the table, select a mode based on mode type, resolution, character matrix, number of colors and refresh rates.
Video Modes Your computer’s video modes Character matrix (pels) LCD colors CRT colors Scanning frequency Vertical (Hz) 80 x 25 Characters 8( 9 ) x 16 Mono Mono 70 VGA Grph 320 x 200 Pels 8x8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 E VGA Grph 640 x 200 Pels 8x8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 F VGA Grph 640 x 350 Pels 8 x 14 Mono Mono 70 10 VGA Grph 640 x 350 Pels 8 x 14 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 11 VGA Grph 640 x 480 Pels 8 x 16 2 of 256K 2 of 256K 60 12 VGA Grph 640 x 480 Pels 8
Video Modes Your computer’s video modes Vertical frequency (Hz) Resolution LCD colors CRT colors 1600 x 1200 256/256K (Virtual) 256/256K 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 256/256K (Virtual) 256/256K 60 75 2048 x 1536 256/256K (Virtual) 256/256K 60 75 640 x 480 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 64K/64K (Virtual) 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 64K/64K (Virtual) 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1
Video Modes Your computer’s video modes 271 Vertical frequency (Hz) Resolution LCD colors CRT colors 1024 x 768 16M/16M 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M 60 75 2048 x 1536 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M 60 Vertical frequency (Hz) Table 3 Video modes (Ultra XGA) Resolution LCD colors CRT colors 640 x 480 256/256K 256/256K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 256/256K
Video Modes Your computer’s video modes Vertical frequency (Hz) Resolution LCD colors CRT colors 1600 x 1200 256/256K 256/256K 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 256/256K (Virtual) 256/256K 60 75 2048 x 1536 256/256K (Virtual) 256/256K 60 640 x 480 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 64K/64K (Virtual) 64K/64K
Video Modes Your computer’s video modes Vertical frequency (Hz) Resolution LCD colors CRT colors 640 x 480 16M/16M 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 16M/16M 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 16M/16M 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 16M/16M 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 16M/16M 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M 60 75 2048 x 1536 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M 60 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user’s guide.
Glossary 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 275 DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Ele
Glossary RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference ROM read-only memory RTC real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial bus URL uniform resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user’s guide.
Glossary 277 application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also program. B backup — A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged. basic input/output system (BIOS) — See BIOS. baud rate — The speed at which a communication device, such as a printer or modem, transmits information.
Glossary 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 279 color palette — A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility — The extent to which computers, programs, or devices can work together harmoniously, using the same commands, formats, or language as another. configuration — (1) The collection of components that make up a single computer system. (2) How parts of the system are set up (that is, configured).
Glossary direct memory access (DMA) — A dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory — See folder. disable — To turn a computer option off. See also enable. disc — A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and written to by optical (laser) technology, and used in the production of optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs. Compare disk.
Glossary 281 DVD — An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVD-ROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile 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 CDROMs. 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 folder — Also called directory. A container for organizing files saved to a disk. A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image (icon) of a file folder. A folder can contain files and other folders. format — (verb) To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer’s operating system. Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it.
Glossary 283 high-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of data. See also diskette. hot key — (1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping — The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change.
Glossary liquid crystal display (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it. A filter over the electrodes permits only nonpolarized light to pass to the surface of the display, creating light and dark pixels.
Glossary 285 MS-DOS prompt — See system prompt. multimedia — A combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a computer program or presentation. Musical Instrument Digital Interface — See MIDI. N network — A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities. A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with other users and to exchange electronic mail.
Glossary PC Card — A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral — Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer’s CPU. pixel — Short for “picture element.” The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer.
Glossary 287 removable disk — A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of a removable disk. resolution — A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer, resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically. restart — Synonymous with reboot.
Glossary Stand by — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again. Suspend — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again.
Glossary W 289 Web — See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi — A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity. Wi-Fi is another term for the IEEE 2.11b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www) — The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site. See also Internet. 5.
Index A AC adapter 60 AC power light 35, 60, 64 Accessories programs 156 adding memory 47 alarms low battery 125 audio CDs playing 87 audio features 177 avoiding injury 40 B battery alarms 125 changing 126 charge not lasting 233 charging 62, 121 conserving power 123 disposal 129 inserting 128 installing 126 light 35, 64, 122 Li-ion (lithium ion) 117 monitoring power 122 NiMH (nickel metal hydride) 118 power usage mode 261 recharging 120 remaining power 122 removing 126 RTC (real-time clock) 118, 121 setti
Index previous track 36 primary control 33, 66 secondary control 33, 66 Start 133 stop 37 TOSHIBA Console 34, 81 C calculator 148 CD control buttons 89 CD Player control panel 93 CD/DVD control buttons 28, 34, 36, 88, 89 CD/DVDs caring for 96 inserting 91, 92 playing 87 removing 95 viewing contents 94 CD-ROMs using 87 writing 30 CDs 28, 34, 94 inserting 92 problem solving 239 changing main battery 126 channels DMA 229 IRQ 229 Character Map 149 charging main battery 62, 121 RTC (real-time clock) battery 12
Index external monitor 168 external speakers 180 headphones 180 modem 97 monitor 54 power cable 61 television 54 to a network 98 USB-compatible keyboard 59 mouse 53 video projector 54 conserving battery power 123 cooling vents CPU 31 copying files 168 cursor control mode light 35 customizing taskbar 162 window toolbars 165 D date and time setting 153 DC-IN 60 desktop 131 background 134 browsing style 163 choosing style and browsing options 163 creating new icon 133 creating shortcuts 148 major featur
Index double-click 66 downloading 175 DVD-ROM 36, 96 launch WinDVD 2000 177 DVD-ROM drive 30, 87, 177, 201 inserting a disc 91 playing DVDs 201 problems 238 removing a disc 95 troubleshooting 231 WinDVD general properties 210 DVD-ROM/CD-RW launch WinDVD2000 177 DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive 30, 87, 96, 177, 201 can’t access disc 238 drive tray won’t open 239 eject button 88 general properties 210 light 36 manual eject hole/button 89 playing DVDs 201 problems 238 troubleshooting 231 DVDs 28, 34, 87 playing 177 E ema
Index assigning keys 189 change/remove key assignments 191 drag-and-drop 189 keyboard 188 starting 188 using keyboard or pointing device 190 viewing key assignments 191 folders 134 displaying information 166 front panel 34 function keys 33, 78 H hard disk drive cover 38 light 36, 64 hardware conflicts 228 resolving 229 headphone out 28, 33 headphones connecting 180 Help 157 Windows XP 227 Hibernation low battery 124 Hibernation command 100 enabling 105 Hibernation mode 100 methods 106, 108, 113 hidin
Index 295 J M jacks microphone in 28, 33 main battery changing 126 recharging 120 removing 126 memory adding 47 problem solving 232 removing 52 memory cards SD 32, 184 memory module inserting 50 microphone in jack 28, 33 Microsoft Internet Explorer 97 Microsoft Support Online Web site 228 Microsoft Windows XP 23, 131 minimizing 145 modem determining COM port 169 port 29, 97 problem solving 252 resetting port to default settings 169 upgrading 169 modem, using 97 modem/LAN cover 38 modes Hibernation 100
Index N network accessing 171 connecting to 98 New Connection Wizard 171 Network Setup Wizard 98 New Folder icon 141 new text document 139 next track button 37 Notepad 140 numeric mode light 35 O object properties 151 on/off light 35 online tours 159 operating system 23 P Paint program 142 parallel port 29 password power-on 65 PC Card checklist 249 CIS (Card Information Structure) 248 computer stops working 250 eject button 32 errors 250 hot swapping fails 250 inserting 182 modem default 169 not rec
Index printing a file 83 problem solving AC power 233 accessing disk drives 224 battery charge doesn’t last 233 can’t access CD/DVD 238 can’t insert diskette in drive 238 can’t read a diskette 238 changing display properties 236 checking device properties 231 compact discs not running correctly 239 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 250 computer will not power up 224 contacting Toshiba 254 corrupted/damaged data files 237 Device Manager 230 disabling a device 230, 231 disk drive is slow 237 display is bl
Index starting 82 Web browsers 173 properties 151 R recharging main battery 120, 121 RTC battery 121 recording adjusting quality 179 sounds 178 Recovery CD 25 Recycle Bin 154 region code 211 remaining battery power 122 removing battery cover 127 CDs and DVDs 95 main battery 126 PC Cards 183 resizing windows 144, 146 Restart command 100 RGB (monitor) port 29 RTC (real-time clock) battery 118 running the computer on battery power 117 S safety disposing of batteries 129 icon 24 precautions 43 traveling
Index hot key 262 Start button 133 starting a program 82 Startup menu problem solving 226 sticky key 187 stop button 37 support for Windows 133 system indicator panel 33, 35 System Restore 156 System Setup 224 System Tools 156 System tray 134 T taskbar 134, 145 customizing 162 telephone line connecting the modem 97 television adjusting display 57 connecting 54 text file 139 tips on computing 76 toolbars customizing 165 displaying in a window 166 Toshiba Internet Web sites 256 TOSHIBA Accessibility 186 Tos
Index connecting 54 volume control dial 28, 33 volume, adjusting 181 W warranty SelectServ 26 wav files recording 178 Web address 138, 174 Web browsers 173 Web sites 254 Support Online 228 Web sites,Toshiba 256 Wi-Fi wireless networking 170 windows hiding 144 repositioning 144 resizing 144, 146 Windows Explorer 142 Windows Help and Support 133 Windows XP change date and time settings 153 changing the screen saver 151 closing programs 147 creating a new folder 141 creating a text file 139 creating sho
