® Satellite P25 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 207 in this guide. Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Model: Satellite P25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage.
FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC Requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment.
If Problems Arise If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advanced notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment 1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. ❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as defined by the WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include: ❖ Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, or ❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne d'emission) est installe a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity ❖ This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards: EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.
Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen. France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 10 and 11 (2457 MHz and 2462 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License required for every installation, indoor and outdoor installations. Please contact ART for procedure to follow. Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 10 à 11 (2457 MHz et 2462 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés en France.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of two types of antennas. The both of antenna types, when installed are located at the upper edge of the LCD screen. For both antennas, the radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement. The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations.
It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3.
❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba.
802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. When you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA close to 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices, Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA, always change the frequency, move your PC to the area outside of the interference range of 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices (40 meters/43.74 yards or more) or stop transmitting from your PC.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment. Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/ region where the product is sold.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Using this equipment in Japan In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power radio station). 1. Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment. (1) (2) (3) 2.4FH1 (4) 1 2.
Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan. The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 01NYDA1305 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.
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.
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Trademarks Tecra, AccuPoint II, Fn-esse, Noteworthy, and Slim SelectBay are registered trademarks, SelectServ, ConfigFree, and Ask IRIS Online are trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. IBM and Wake on LAN are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation.
Contents Introduction............................................................................... 33 This guide ..................................................................34 Safety icons ...............................................................34 Other icons used..................................................35 Other documentation .................................................36 Service options ..........................................................36 Chapter 1: Getting Started....
Contents 25 Turning on the power...........................................50 Using the TouchPad™..........................................51 Control buttons....................................................51 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad ....................52 Installing additional memory (optional) .....................53 Removing a memory module...............................56 Connecting a mouse ..................................................57 Connecting a printer .........................
Contents Playing an audio CD.............................................79 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD...................81 Removing a disc with the computer on................81 Removing a disc with the computer off ...............82 Caring for CDs and DVDs.....................................82 Setting up for communications..................................83 Connecting the modem to a phone line................83 Connecting your computer to a network..............
Contents 27 Taking care of your battery ......................................103 Maximizing battery life.......................................104 Disposing of used batteries safely ...........................105 Traveling tips ...........................................................105 Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System................................................................... 107 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ..............................
Contents Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition............................................................... 135 Media Center Setup..................................................136 Connecting to a Television .................................136 Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup............................137 Connecting the External Remote Sensor............138 Connecting the VCR or Set Top Box to the Computer .................................
Contents 29 Displaying Your Pictures..........................................168 Viewing a Slide Show.........................................170 Sorting your Pictures.........................................170 Watching Your Digital Movies..................................170 Organizing Your Videos .....................................171 Playing Digital Videos ........................................172 Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode ..................173 Sorting Videos ...........................
Contents Signing up with an Internet Service Provider ....195 Surfing the Internet............................................196 Internet features.................................................196 Uploading and downloading files on the Internet..... 197 Exploring video features...........................................197 Changing the display properties setting ...................198 Display settings hot key ....................................199 Exploring audio features ..........................
Contents 31 Memory card problems......................................217 Power and the batteries .....................................218 Keyboard problems............................................219 Display problems ...............................................220 Disk drive problems...........................................222 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems .......223 Sound system problems ....................................225 PC Card problems...........................................
Contents Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors...................... 245 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer............................... 246 Getting Started.........................................................247 ConfigFree Main Screen.....................................247 Starting ConfigFree ............................................248 Configuring ConfigFree ......................................248 ConfigFree Utilities...................................................
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 the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition (MCE) operating system. Your operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access. This guide contains information about your operating system and how it functions with your Toshiba computer.
Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
Introduction Safety icons 35 the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Introduction Other documentation HINT: This icon 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: ❖ This electronic user’s guide. Look for the user’s guide icon on your desktop or in the DOCS folder on the C: drive. ❖ Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery media.
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface which is large enough for the computer and any other items you 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 39 ❖ 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 41 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 Selecting a place to work ❖ 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 43 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to “Setting up your software” on page 43 before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use it.
Getting Started Setting up your computer NOTE To register online, your computer must be connected to the Internet via a voice-grade telephone line or a Local-AreaNetwork (LAN). A window will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 NOTE 6 Click Yes to register or No to exit the process. If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop.
Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to the product. Product registration can be completed during the initial start up process of your computer. If you opt not to register at that time, you can either double-click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba web site at www.register.toshiba.com.
Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer’s battery. AC adapter Power cable Power cable and AC adapter Hold the power cable by its plug when you connect/disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock.
Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 47 Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter. Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Getting Started Charging the main battery Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power and battery lights glow. 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 Using the computer for the first time 49 Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Turning on the power 1 Check that any drives on the computer are empty.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 51 Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your finger forward on the TouchPad. ❖ To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your finger toward yourself.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button. Check your program’s documentation to find whether it uses the right mouse button. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad The TouchPad is enabled by default. To change the enable/ disable TouchPad setting: 1 Click Start, and then Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 53 Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Stand by or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) The operating system turns off the computer. 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 3 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover. Memory slot cover Base of a Satellite P25 series computer 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that secure the expansion memory slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 55 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). 6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging.
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 9 Replace the expansion memory slot cover. 10 Replace the screws and tighten them. 11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 12 Turn on the computer. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. Click System to view the recognized memory.
Getting Started Connecting a mouse 4 57 Complete the procedure by following steps 10 through 12 in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 53. Connecting a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the computer’s built-in pointing device. To connect a USB mouse, plug the mouse cable into one of the USB ports. Connecting a printer NOTE Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a local printer.
Getting Started Connecting a printer To connect a USB printer: 1 Plug the USB connector into one of the USB ports on your computer 2 Plug the printer’s power cable into a live AC outlet. See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps, or see “Setting up a printer,” below. Setting up a printer If you started your computer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play).
Getting Started Connecting a printer Sample Printers and Faxes window 3 Click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard starts. Sample Add Printer Wizard 4 Click Next. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Getting Started Connecting a printer The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the operating system recognizes it automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section. See your printer manual. 5 If the printer you are setting up: ❖ Is not connected to a network, select Local printer attached to this computer.
Getting Started Turning off the computer 61 The operating system prompts you to print a test page. 12 If your printer is connected and turned on, click Next. To complete the setup procedure without printing a test page, click No, and then click Next. 13 Click Finish. You are now ready to print. Depending on your program, you may see various messages indicating the status of your print job. Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while.
Getting Started Caring for your computer a domain server or the Shut Down when connected to a domain server instead. 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. For more information, see “Powering down the computer” on page 84. Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer, and explains how to fit an antitheft lock.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 63 Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the disk activity lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 3 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot, then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it. The computer is now securely locked to deter computer theft. Locking the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work temporarily stays in the computer’s memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to storage media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. ❖ Use Error-Checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level. Consult your Windows® XP operating system documentation for more information on these and other utilities.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 67 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 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 TouchPad control button (or secondary mouse button). Overlay keys Keyboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 69 Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on. To do so: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters. ❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters.
Learning the Basics Starting a program To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows Explorer.
Learning the Basics Printing your work 71 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 110.
Learning the Basics Backing up your files Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files to media, such as CD, or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive. For those systems with a floppy disk drive, you may back up file to a floppy disk as follows: 1 To back up to a CD or other media, insert the media into the diskette appropriate drive. 2 Click Start, then click My Computer.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 73 If a DVD-ROM drive or Multifunction drive is not currently installed in the modular bay, follow the instructions in “Using the Modular Bay” on page 202. TECHNICAL NOTE: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region, the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region. The drive will allow you to change regions four times.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive DVD-ROM drive components Your DVD-ROM drive may look like this: Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD-ROM drive Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. The eject button requires power to operate. The manual eject button does not require power. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 75 CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons on the front edge of the computer allow you to play audio CDs when the computer is off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on. Stop/eject Mode Play/pause Next track CD mode light digital mode light Previous track CD/DVD control buttons in front of the computer The mode button switches between the CD/DVD and digital audio modes.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive CD/DVD control and digital audio modes The following chart describes CD/DVD control and digital audio mode. Power is off and you press Play/Pause CD/DVD Mode Digital Audio Mode If a CD is in the drive, the system enters CD player mode and operates as a stand-alone CD player. The operating system starts, the Media Player starts and the digital audio file begins to play.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 77 Inserting a disc Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, use the Volume Control switch or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, and then Volume Control). 1 If the computer is turned on, press the eject button on the DVD-ROM drive. The disc tray partially opens.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive Inserting a disc Be careful not to touch the drive’s lens (located underneath the drive’s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place. Spindle Correct position Disc Incorrect position Incorrect position Positioning the disc on the spindle Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 79 Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window. To play an audio CD, select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player option and click OK. Sample Audio CD window The Windows Media Player window appears. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive Rewind Play Fast forward Stop Volume control Previous track Next track Mute Sample Windows Media™ Player screen The Windows MediaTM Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/Pause button on the CD Player control panel. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 81 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any CD or DVD. Removing a disc with the computer on Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use light is glowing.
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject button access hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its protective cover.
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 83 Setting up for communications To communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ The computer’s modem ❖ A telephone line ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) To connect to the Internet, you need a Web browser, such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer.
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer the telephone number for the dial-up connection. To set up the network connection, use the Dial-Up Networking Wizard: 1 Click Start and point to All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then to Communications. 3 Click Network Setup Wizard or Network Connections. 4 Enter the phone number of your network connection and let the program dial the number. The computer connects with the network.
Learning the Basics Using Shut Down 85 Using Shut Down For the Windows® XP Media Center (MCE), follow these steps to shut down the computer: 1 Click the Start button, then Shut Down. The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears. 2 Select Shut Down from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. The computer shuts down completely. NOTE Holding the Shift key while the Turn Off computer Windows dialog box is open, changes the Stand By button to Hibernate.
Learning the Basics Using Shut Down ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Shut Down. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and battery power than restarting from Stand By because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of memory. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using.
Learning the Basics Using Shut Down ❖ 87 When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. If you power down using Stand By and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first. For more information about Stand By, see “Using Stand By” on page 91. For information about going into Stand By mode more quickly, see “Going into Stand By mode more quickly” on page 91.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab 4 Click Apply. 5 Click OK, then close the Control Panel. Starting again after Shut down To start the computer up again, press and release the power button. The on/off light turns on. Using Hibernation Follow these steps to power down the computer using Hibernation: 1 Click Start, select Shut down computer. The Turn off computer dialog box appears. 2 Hold down the Shift key.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 89 Sample Shut down computer dialog box 3 Click Hibernate. The computer saves the mode of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk, and then powers down completely. Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode by pressing the power button or closing the display panel. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Double-click the Toshiba Power Management icon.
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab 4 Click Apply. 5 Click OK, then close the Control Panel. Starting again from Hibernation mode To start the computer from Hibernation mode, press and release the power button. The computer returns to the screen you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel.
Learning the Basics Using Stand By 91 Using Stand By Follow these steps to power down the computer using Stand By: 1 Click Start, select Shut down computer. The Turn off computer box appears. 2 Click Stand By. Sample Shut down computer dialog box The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks to indicate the machine is in Stand By mode.
Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources 1 Open the Start menu, then click Control Panel. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon, and then click the Toshiba Power Management icon. 3 Click the Advanced tab. 4 Select Stand By for the options you want. When I press the power button Set this option to Stand By to put the computer into Stand By mode when you press the power button.
Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba’s energy-saver design Your computer enters a low power, Stand By 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 Battery Notice Battery life may vary depending on applications, power management settings and features utilized. Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries.
Mobile Computing Charging the battery 95 Power management Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration.
Mobile Computing Charging the battery The battery may not start charging immediately if: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room temperature (50 degrees to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 degrees to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is almost completely discharged. Leave the power connected, and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power NOTE 97 The above error message may vary by computer model. The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and perform its calculations. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Double-click the Toshiba Power Management icon.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 99 TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery.
❖ Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Save your work and turn off the computer. If you do not manage to do any of these things before the battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode and turns itself off. Hibernate mode keeps track of where you were so, when you turn on the power again, you can continue where you left off. The computer stores the information on what you were doing until the battery runs out of power.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 101 Sample Toshiba Power Management Alarm tab Changing the main battery When your battery power is running low, you have two options—connect the computer to an AC power source or install a charged battery. When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or shortcircuit its terminals. Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5 Slide the battery lock forward to unlock the battery pack. 6 Push and hold the battery release latch. Releasing the battery 7 While still holding the release latch in the open position, gently slide the battery pack out of the computer. Removing the battery 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 105. 5.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 103 Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life. Safety precautions ❖ If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged, turn off the computer’s power immediately and disconnect the power cord from the power socket. Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer. ❖ Do not try to disassemble a battery pack.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: ❖ At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below: 1 Turn off the computer’s power. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the computer’s power. If it does not turn on, go to step 4. 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes.
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely ❖ 105 Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries safely The life of a battery pack should last for years. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged.
Mobile Computing Traveling tips computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cables, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your computer. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Chapter 4 Getting to Know the ® Windows XP Operating System This chapter introduces the Windows® XP operating system by guiding you through a few basic tasks. If you have used a Windows® operating system before, you will find the Windows® XP operating system familiar. 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.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® XP operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 109 Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking on it. 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.
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 111 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 on the Start menu to access any file in the Windows® file system. For more information, read the Microsoft documentation that comes with your computer.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together Sample desktop shortcut menu 4 Click an empty area to close the shortcut menu. 5 Use the TouchPad to move the pointer to the Start button. Click Start, and select My Computer. The My Computer window appears. Sample My Computer window 6 Click the Close button in the upper-right corner of this window. The operating system closes the My Computer window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 7 113 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 pointer 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 Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a window and from the taskbar. The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Opening a Web page from a window The most common way to open a Web page is by typing a Web address in the address line of the Web browser itself. But you can also type a Web address in the My Computer window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document 115 Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays a shortcut menu of commands applicable to the desktop. 2 Click New, then click Text Document.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder Lesson 5: Creating a new folder DEFINITION: A folder is an area where you can store documents and other types of files. It is analogous to a file folder stored in a file cabinet. In this case, a disk drive in the computer is the file cabinet. The operating system stores documents and programs in folders. It even stores other folders in folders.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs 7 117 Close the window by clicking its Close button and continue with the next lesson to learn how to start programs. Lesson 6: Starting programs Usually, you will know which program you want to use for a particular task. This lesson teaches you how to launch programs from the Start menu, using two of the programs that are built into the Windows® XP operating system: Paint and Windows Explorer.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows 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. Sample Windows Explorer window Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it—one for Paint and one for Windows Explorer. 5 Click the Paint button on the taskbar.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows 119 You can also hide windows by removing them from the desktop without actually closing your document or program. This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size, shape, and position of windows open on the desktop. Using the taskbar If you have applications open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by pointing to the taskbar using the TouchPad and clicking the secondary button.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Windows Explorer disappears from the desktop. However, it is still open, as you can see from the taskbar. HINT: Minimizing program windows is a good way to clean up the desktop without actually closing programs. 3 Click the Maximize button in the top-right corner of the Paint window. The Paint window expands to fill the screen, hiding everything except the taskbar.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows 4 121 Click the title bar of the Paint window and drag it to the left side of the desktop. You can move any window by clicking its title bar and dragging it. 5 Click Windows Explorer button on the taskbar. 6 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change the size and position of Windows Explorer, placing it on the right side of the desktop.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 8: Closing programs Lesson 8: Closing programs Once you are finished working with a document or program, it is a good idea to close it. While you can run several programs at the same time, having a large number of programs and documents open simultaneously can slow down your computer. This lesson teaches you how to close the programs you opened earlier in this tutorial.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts 1 123 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu. 2 Click New, then click Shortcut. The operating system displays the Create Shortcut dialog box. Sample Create Shortcut dialog box 3 In the Command line box, type c:\windows\system32\calc.exe and click Next. The operating system prompts you to select a name for the shortcut.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Search options on the Start menu 2 Click All Files and Folders. The operating system displays the Search Results dialog box. Sample Search Results dialog box HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver 3 125 Type char in the All or part of the file name: text box, and then click Search. 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 it to the desktop. A shortcut menu appears. 5 Click Create Shortcut here. A shortcut to the Character Map appears on your desktop.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver This lesson introduces object properties by showing you how to change one of the properties of the desktop—the screen saver. This is a continuously changing pattern that appears on the screen during pauses in your work. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu. 2 Click Properties.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time 127 7 To apply a pattern to your desktop, click Apply. 8 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 HINT: To open the Date and Time Properties dialog box more quickly, either click the time display on the taskbar with the secondary button, then click Adjust Date and Time, or doubleclick the time display. 4 Click the Date & Time tab and set the correct month, year, day, and time. 5 Click the Time zone tab, then the 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 3 129 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon. The operating system opens the Recycle Bin window. Notice that all the icons you dropped on the Recycle Bin are listed. Sample Recycle Bin open on the desktop 4 To completely remove an object, select it, and then click File, Delete. The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 13: Using System Restore To delete everything from the Recycle Bin at once, choose Empty Recycle Bin from the File menu. Click Yes to confirm that you are sure. HINT: Empty the Recycle Bin periodically. Even though an item is moved to the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space on the hard disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 131 The 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 lesson teaches you how to use some of the Help and Support features in Windows® XP operating system.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type in a topic you want to find in the index. 3 Type pictures in the Type in the keyword to find: text box. Notice as you type that the index moves to locate what you typed. When you type the letter p, the topic list moves to the first entry that begins with P, and so on.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 133 program to look at it while you read about the program in the Help topic. Using the online tours and tutorials Whether you are new to computers or you have some experience, the Windows® XP Tours and Tutorials collection is a good place to start. If you are not familiar with the Windows® XP operating system, start with “Windows XP Preview.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 15: Turning off your computer Lesson 15: Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the Windows® XP operating system shut down your computer. As it shuts down, the operating system performs a number of tasks that ensure that everything is in place the next time you turn on the computer. This lesson teaches you how to shut down the operating system and turn off your computer.
Chapter 5 Getting to Know the ® Windows XP Media Center Edition This section introduces you to the Windows Media Center Edition, a complete multimedia center where you can play your entire library of audio, video, and picture media on your computer, using either your computer’s keyboard, mouse, or the remote control. With the Media Center, you can: ❖ Watch TV or a DVD movie. ❖ Automatically record TV shows. ❖ Pause, rewind, and fast forward TV programs using the Media Center time shifting feature.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Media Center Setup Media Center Setup This section shows you how to set up your computer to use the Media Center. Connecting to a Television Your computer has TV-out capability, meaning you can connect it to a television and view the computer image on the television. To connect a TV to the computer: 1 Turn off the computer.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Media Center Setup 137 Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup This section describes how to connect the signal source from the wall to a VCR to a TV using coaxial cable. 1 Remove the coaxial cable from the VCR input, and connect it to the input of a coaxial cable signal splitter (not shipped with your computer or system). 2 Connect two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Media Center Setup Existing setup Add the notebook with a splitter Wall Wall Cable Cable Coaxial cable Set-top box/ satellite In Remote sensor Set-top box/ satellite In Remote sensor control cable IR receiver Set-top box/ satellite Out Set-top box/ satellite Out Composite port cable Splitter In Splitter Out Coaxial cable Coaxial cable TV (in) on front of notebook VCR In VCR In VCR Out VCR Out Coaxial cable TV In Composite port c
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Media Center Setup 139 Sample IR receiver with cables attached 3 Position the end of the IR receiver cable over the remote IR receiver window on your cable TV set-top box or VCR. 4 Peel off the adhesive backing on the IR remote sensor and mount the sensor within 5 inches of the set top box or VCR. 5 Install batteries in the Windows Media Center remote control.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center Starting the Media Center To start the Media Center: ❖ Click Start, and then click Media Center. You can also point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the Start button. Media Center opens in full screen mode. NOTE The first time you open Media Center, a setup wizard displays. From here, you can test your remote control and configure your Internet connection, TV signal, and Television Program Guide.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center 141 Media Center Setup Wizard To complete the Media Center Setup, follow the wizard onscreen prompts. When the wizard finishes, the Media Center main window displays. NOTE You can run Media Center side by side with other Windows software programs. It is possible to browse through your pictures, watch videos, play music, and even record TV while using other Windows programs.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center Sample Media Center main window The Media Center main window is the central point for controlling all Media Center features.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center 143 Use the Media Playback controls at the bottom of the screen to control your movies, music, and photo displays. Channel up and down Play Replay, Rewind (Previous) Stop Record Skip, Fast Forward (Next) Mute Volume up and down Media Playback controls Navigating Media Center In the Media Center windows, a selected item, such as a folder, file, or menu item is outlined with a green border.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center Using the remote control, you can: ❖ Navigate and control all Media Center windows. ❖ Control the video or live TV display. ❖ Place the computer in and out of Stand By mode. The remote control can send a strong signal to the remote sensor from within a range of about 26 feet and from an angle of about 45 degrees.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center 145 The remote control has the following buttons/functions: Stand By — Puts the computer into a power reduced Stand By state. Record — Records the selected television program and stores it on your hard disk. Stop — Stops the media currently playing. REW (Rewind) — Moves the media (video, DVD, music, and so on) backwards. Play — Plays the selected media. FWD (Fast forward) — Moves media forward.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center More Info — The button provides more details on a TV program that is listed in the Guide. My Videos — Opens the My Videos window. My Music — Opens the My Music window. My TV — Opens the My TV window. My Pictures — Opens the My Pictures window. Volume — Increases (+) or decreases (-) sound. Mute — Turns your computer sound off.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center ❖ 147 Navigation and other direct access — The navigation buttons move the cursor around Media Center windows and select desired actions, much like a mouse does. The other direct access buttons open specific windows within the Media Center, such as the Television Program Guide, a DVD main menu, and live TV in full screen mode.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center Use Pause to pause selected media. Press Pause and then FWD repeatedly to play media frame by frame in slow motion. To continue slow motion, you must press the FWD button more than once. Use Play to play selected media. Use FWD to move selected video or picture media forward. Press FWD up to three times to increase the fast fowarding speed. Pressing the FWD button: ❖ Moves pictures forward to the next picture.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center 149 Use Stop to stop selected media from playing. When this is pressed while you are watching TV, the Media Center pause buffer continues to record in the background. Use Skip to move forward in the selected audio or video file. ❖ For music, Skip moves to the next track. ❖ For DVDs, Skip moves to the next chapter. ❖ For videos and live TV and videos, Skip moves ahead 30 seconds.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching Television Programs Watching Television Programs NOTE Before you can watch TV using Media Center, make sure your computer is set up correctly for your TV signal source and that you have completed the Media Center setup wizard. In My TV you can: ❖ Watch your favorite television programs in full screen mode or in an inset window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching Television Programs 151 Sample MY TV screen To watch a television program: 1 Press the TV button on the remote control. The last channel selected or the first channel available begins playing next to the My TV menu. 2 Select a channel by using the Channel/Page (+ or -) buttons or by using the numeric buttons on the remote control. The channel number displays in the window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching Television Programs Selecting a Program from the TV Guide In the TV Guide, you can scroll through a list of the current television programs and channels available from your television service provider. The TV Guide displays the channel and network, as well as the show title and scheduled time block. The number of days displayed depends on your television service provider.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching Television Programs 153 Sample TV Guide screen ❖ Use the arrows at the top of the screen to display programs for later or earlier in the day. ❖ Use the arrows at the bottom of the screen to display additional channels available for viewing. ❖ Use the remote control CH/PG keys to scroll the listing ❖ To view a program, double-click it, or select it with the remote control and click OK.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching Television Programs click Start, and then My TV, and then select Recorded TV. ❖ All of your recorded TV programs display on the Recorded TV screen. You can sort your programs by Date, Category, or Name by clicking the desired sort option. ❖ Select Scheduled to view a list of all programs scheduled to be recorded. You can also resolve any recording conflicts in this window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Recording TV 4 155 Select Play in the window, and then press OK on the remote control to begin watching the program in full screen mode. If the show is not currently playing, select Record Show or Record Series, and then press OK. Sample Searching for a TV program screen Recording TV The Media Center allows you to record TV programs for later viewing.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Recording TV your show is being recorded, you can select TV Guide. The Record icon should appear next to the show in the TV Guide while you are recording. The Record icon disappears when the recording is complete. If there is a recording conflict or error, the Record Conflict icon appears next to the show in the TV Guide. This means the show will not be recorded unless the conflict is resolved.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Recording TV 157 Recording from the Guide To record a current or future show or series from the Guide: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control, select My TV, and then select Guide. 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to find the show you want to record, select the show, and then press OK. You can also press the numeric buttons on the remote control to go directly to a channel.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Recording TV 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the search results to select the show you want to record, select the show, and then press OK. 4 Select Record or Record Series in the window, and then press OK. The recording icon for a single program or the recording icon for a series appears next to the show in the Guide. 5 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Recording TV 7 159 Select Record to schedule the manual TV recording and return to the Recorded TV menu. Changing Your Settings The Media Center Settings option allows you to: ❖ Change settings for your television service provider. ❖ Change settings for your Internet Service Provider. ❖ Manually update the My TV Television Program Guide. ❖ Check your remote control.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music ❖ Adjust display settings ❖ Audio settings To make a change, click on the desired setting. Changing recording priorities If Media Center encounters a recording conflict between two series, then Media Center uses the series priorities list to decide which show to record. You can place the series you most want recorded high on the series priorities list to help ensure it is successfully recorded in the case of conflicts.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 161 those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them. In My Music, you can: ❖ Play music CDs. You can skip, shuffle, or repeat songs or albums. ❖ Play digital music files from a music library you create and organize using Windows Media Player. ❖ Search for music files by the following categories: album, artist, playlist, song, or genre.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music To add music files: 1 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Player. 2 Click the Media Library tab on the side of the window. The first time you select Media Library, a message tells you that Windows Media Player needs to search your computer for your music files. 3 Click Yes. Windows Media Player searches for all available audio media and places them in the Media Library.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 163 Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Windows Media Player Library You can place all your music files into the My Music folder or into other folders on your hard drive, however, you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them. You may have already copied and organized your music files on your hard drive.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music Playing Digital Music Files When you first open the Media Center and open the My Music window, you may not find any music files listed unless there is a music CD in your CD drive or unless you have already added audio files to your Windows Media Player Library.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 165 Finding Music Files in My Music After you have added and organized files in Windows Media Player Library, you can browse through your music files in the My Music window. You can search for music files by album title, artist, song title, or music genre. You can also use the search feature to quickly find a specific song, album, or artist.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music You can also play a single song from a playlist as follows: 1 In the My Music window, select View Songs. The list displays all the songs in your media library. 2 Use the arrow buttons to select a song, and then press OK or Play on the remote control to play it. 3 Use the controls at the bottom of the screen to stop or pause the song, advance to another song, or increase or decrease the volume.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music ❖ 4 5 167 Play to play the album selected. The Now Playing window opens, and the album starts playing. In the Play window, select a song and press OK on the remote control. You can also select: ❖ View Song to view cover art and play one track. ❖ View Tracks to view a list of all tracks on the album. ❖ Shuffle to rearrange the play order. ❖ Repeat to play the album again.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Displaying Your Pictures 4 In the Media Library, select the music file that you want to add to your playlist. 5 Click Add to playlist in the toolbar, and then select your playlist from the drop-down menu. Repeat this step until all of your files are added. 6 Select your playlist to check your added music files. 7 Close Media Center, if open, and then press the Start button on the remote control.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Displaying Your Pictures 169 Sample My Pictures screen After you organize your pictures in the My Pictures folder in Windows Explorer, open Media Center to view your pictures: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to open the Media Center Start menu. 2 Select My Pictures. The right side of the window shows a small picture image (thumbnail) and, if you have organized your pictures into folders, folder icons.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching Your Digital Movies Viewing a Slide Show To view pictures as a slide show 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to open the Media Center Start menu. 2 Select My Pictures. 3 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select the folder of pictures you want to view as a slide show, and then press OK.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching Your Digital Movies ❖ 171 View your videos in full screen mode or from an inset window in Media Center. Sample My Videos screen Organizing Your Videos When you attach a digital video camera to your PC, Windows asks you how you want to capture your video. You can choose from various software programs to capture and then edit your video file. Most programs automatically save your file to the My Videos folder in Windows Explorer.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching Your Digital Movies If you want to share your videos with others, place them in the Shared Video folder. To do this, click Start on the taskbar, click My Documents, click the Shared Documents folder under Other Places, and then double-click the Shared Video folder. You can add, delete, edit, rename, and organize your video files into folders you create in the Shared Video folder. Your videos can now be played in Media Center.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching a DVD 173 Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode 1 On the Media Center Start menu, select My Videos. 2 On the My Videos menu, select My Videos or Shared Video. 3 Use the arrow buttons to select the folder you want, and then press OK. Select the video file and press OK again. Your video plays in full screen mode. 4 Press Back on the remote control to exit full screen mode and return to the previous window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Watching a DVD 3 If a DVD menu appears, use the remote control or the mouse to select the DVD menu items and control the DVD movie playback. 4 Press Stop on the remote control to stop playing the DVD. 5 To change the window size, move the mouse and click the Resize button on the taskbar of the DVD window. Sample Play DVD screen Stopping a DVD Movie 1 Press the Stop button on the remote control to stop the movie.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings 175 ❖ Select DVD Languages to change the language for the DVD soundtrack, subtitles, and menu. ❖ Select Eject to open the disc tray. Playing a DVD movie already in your drive If you already have a DVD movie in your drive, but you have been doing other things in Media Center or in other programs from your desktop, you can play the DVD by: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control. 2 Select Play DVD.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings Administrator Controlled Settings Some settings apply to all Media Center windows for all users and must be set up by the administrator. These settings are: ❖ Parental Control sets up rating permissions for TV viewing. This setting requires the administrator to use a separate password. This option may not be available with your model. ❖ Set up Internet connection sets up Internet connection.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings 3 4 177 In the General window, do one of the following: ❖ Select Appearance to turn transition animations or notifications on or off. Use the arrow buttons to select the item to change, and then press OK on the remote control. Select OK in the window, and then press OK again. ❖ Select Media Center Sounds to turn the sound on or off.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings Changing TV Recorder Settings The TV Recorder settings allow you to control your recording priorities and options in Media Center. 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select Settings. 2 Select TV. 3 Select Recorder. ❖ Select History to check a list of scheduled recordings, delete scheduled recordings, resolve recording conflicts, and to change recording priorities for the programs you scheduled to record.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings 179 To increase disk space, you can: ❖ Delete recorded shows from the Recorded TV window. For more information, refer to the My TV chapter. ❖ Increase the percentage of hard disk space available for recorded TV shows in Default Settings. Select between 5 percent and 90 percent. The default is set at 75 percent. ❖ Record TV programs to the largest drive.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings ❖ Select Customize to show or hide channels that appear in the Guide. To show a channel, select the channel check box. To hide a channel, clear the check box. ❖ Select Change lineup to change the network and Guide information for channels to display correctly. ❖ Select Get Guide data to manually update the Television Program Guide from the Internet. Media Center connects to the Internet.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings 181 6 Use the arrow buttons to select Block unrated movies, and then press OK. 7 Use the arrow buttons to select the + or - area. Press the OK button on the remote control to scroll through the movie rating levels. When you find the one you want, use the arrow buttons to select OK in the window, and then press OK on the remote control to enter settings and return to the DVD settings window.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings To select closed captioning: 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select My TV. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select Audio. 4 Use the arrow buttons to select the + or - buttons. Press OK on the remote control to scroll through the choices available. ❖ Audio: If you select Secondary Audio Program (SAP) instead of stereo, Media Center allows a simultaneous broadcast of a primary and secondary audio program.
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings 183 Changing Picture Settings Each user can set his or her own picture settings. 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select Settings. You may need to select the scroll arrows on the Start menu to view Settings. 2 In the Settings window, select Pictures. 3 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an option.
Chapter 6 Exploring Your Options In this chapter, you will explore other features of your notebook computer.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 185 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 Bringing the world to your desktop With the Windows® XP operating system, you can set up your desktop with complete World Wide Web integration at a single click. Turning on the Web content interface The first step to bring active content to your desktop is to turn on the Web content interface: 1 Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the secondary button. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window appears.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 6 187 To browse the Gallery for more components to add, click Visit Gallery. In order to browse, an active Internet connection must be established. 7 To select some other Web site, type the address of the Web site you want or click Browse to locate it. You can configure the Web content interface in several other ways. For further information, see your operating system documentation or access Windows® Help by clicking Start, Help and Support.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Choosing a style To select desktop and browsing style options: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. 2 Select the Tools menu, then click Folder Options. The Folder Options dialog box appears. Sample Folder Options dialog box 3 Click the preferred options. 4 Click Apply, then OK. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 189 Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop, you can also display a Web page in an individual window. If you subscribe to the Web page, it can be automatically updated on a regular basis. For example, using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather, game scores, stock prices, or headlines—all in the window of your choice.
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 Using your computer at the office 191 2 Open the folder you want to view as a Web page. 3 In the Tools menu, select Folder Options. 4 In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common tasks in folders. 5 Click Apply, then OK. Sample Control Panel window as a Web page The addition of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the appearance of a Web page.
Exploring Your Options Using your computer at the office Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a stan
Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer 193 Exchanging data with another computer To transfer a large amount of information between computers, you need a physical connection and a synchronization program such as Windows® XP Briefcase. Getting started 1 Connect your computer to another computer. 2 Load the synchronization program on both computers. 3 Set any specific options. 4 Start the transfer.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet Connect to the Internet by using a telephone and modem or through other higher-speed communication methods, such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable or a satellite link. After your Internet connection has been made, start your Web browser. If you are using your computer at the office, then you probably connect to the Internet through your company’s network. See your network administrator about connecting to the Internet.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet 195 The World Wide Web The World Wide Web (or ‘Web’) is a subset of the Internet — a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). The World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world.
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page. To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address. The Web address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a unique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet. Web addresses can also appear within a Web page’s text, and are known as links.
Exploring Your Options Exploring video features 197 clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files on the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer). There are several ways to upload or download data.
Exploring Your Options Changing the display properties setting Changing the display properties setting 1 Right-click anywhere on your desktop and select Properties. The Display Properties dialog box appears. Sample Display Properties dialog box 2 Click the Settings tab. 3 Slide the Screen area slider bar toward Less until the setting reads 800 x 600, then click Apply. The screen blinks momentarily while the settings are adjusted.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 199 Display settings hot key Using the Fn + F5 keys, you can set your system’s display to view DVD movies or presentations on an external device. For more information, see “Display modes” on page 243. Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone. You can play .wav sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones or external speakers.
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Positioning bar Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward Sample Sound Recorder screen 3 NOTE Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone. 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 Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse 4 201 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 with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers. TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source.
Exploring Your Options Using the Modular Bay Using the Modular Bay The Modular Bay gives you additional flexibility. By inserting and removing optical drive modules, you can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary components with you when you travel. HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately. See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit toshibaaccessories.com.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards 203 Unlatching the Modular Bay 3 Slide the module out of the computer. Sliding the module out Inserting a module into the Modular Bay To install a module into the Modular Bay, simply slide the module all the way into the Modular Bay. 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 ❖ Two Type I and Type II cards. ❖ One Type III card. Check the documentation that came with the PC Card to see if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. Other cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards 2 205 Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place. Inserting a PC Card NOTE If you have a Type III card, insert the connector into the lower slot. If you have a Type I or Type II card, you can insert it into either the upper or the lower slot. There are two eject buttons, one per slot. To avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer, do not force the card into the PC Card slot.
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Removing a PC Card Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.” Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use. For example: ❖ Never remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it. ❖ Never remove a network card while you are connected to a network.
Chapter 7 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your notebook computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your dealer or the manufacturer of a software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter. Your program stops responding.
If Something Goes Wrong If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. Windows Task Manager Applications tab 4 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with step 3. 5 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task. 6 Select the Shut Down menu, then click Shut down.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 209 The computer shuts down. Your program performs an illegal operation. If you receive the message, “Your program has performed an illegal operation,” you should record the details of the message and consult the software manufacturer. To record the details: 1 Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays. The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The computer starts but, when you press a key, nothing happens. You are probably in Stand By mode and have a software or resource conflict. When this happens, turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press the power button until it turns off the computer. Clearing the condition may get the computer running, but it will not solve a resource conflict.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not working ® 211 ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ❖ Reboot For detailed information, refer to your operating system’s documentation. 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.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 213 ❖ In the search field, type in the topic of the problem with which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions. ❖ Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on-screen instructions. 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.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task. A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer’s memory to store information as it works. These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 215 Resolving conflicts There are three things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove it from the computer. For a Plug and Play device. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device.
5 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To enable a device, look at the far right of the toolbar. Look for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front. When you mouse over the small icon, the status of Disabled displays. To disable a device, look at the far right of the toolbar. Look for an icon of a monitor with a blue check mark on it. When you mouse over the small icon, the status of Enabled displays. 6 Click the icon.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 217 ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about the device. ❖ The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, DVD-ROM, and other power-using functions. ❖ The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. A Troubleshooting button is also present. Click troubleshooting. A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online help.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the memory module. NOTE Toshiba recommends using only memory approved by Toshiba. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cable or from the system batteries (main battery and optional secondary battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 219 If the battery has completely discharged, it will not begin charging immediately. Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging. If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys. You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you have a second keyboard, try it. If it works, the first keyboard may be defective or incompatible with your computer. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ 221 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. The screen does not look right. You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Properties. This opens the Display Properties dialog box. The Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to choose the colors for the screen.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode. Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 3 Click on Properties. 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now button. 223 The Check Disk box appears (for example, Check Disk C). 6 You can choose one or both options: ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors ❖ Click Start. Error-checking runs the test. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for some time, your files may have become fragmented.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Open the drive tray and remove the disc. Make sure the drive tray is clean. Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam. Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty. If necessary, wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner. Replace the disc in the tray. Make sure it is lying flat, label side uppermost. Press the disc down until it locks on the spindle.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 225 Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. Adjust the volume control. If you are using external headphones or speakers, check that they are securely connected to your computer. The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Other cards must be set up before you can use them. Use the Windows® XP PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard to set up the card. Refer to your Microsoft® documentation for more information, or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card. Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 2 227 Click My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properties. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3 Click the Hardware tab. 4 Click the Device Manager button. 5 Double-click the category listed as PCMCIA adapter. The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties dialog box, which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card.
3 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Remove the card from the slot. Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or Stand By mode. This is known as “warm swapping” and is not supported with this computer. For more information on Hibernation and Stand By modes, see “Hibernation command” on page 85 and “Stand By command” on page 86. The system does not recognize your PC Card or PCMCIA socket controller. 1 Make sure the computer is not in Stand By mode.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 229 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 USB 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 communications parameters (baud rate, parity, data length and stop bits) specified in the communications program.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 231 ❖ Copy files to a CD or other media, following the steps in “Saving your work” on page 70. ❖ Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape. Some people use a combination of these methods, backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to media, such as a CD, on a daily basis.
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 233 Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware-related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you. You can access Toshiba on the Internet using any Internet browser by typing support.toshiba.com Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖ Your computer’s serial number. ❖ The computer and any optional devices related to the problem.
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 www.toshiba.ca Canada www.toshiba-Europe.com Europe www.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 235 Czech Republic CHG Toshiba, s.r.o. Hnevkovskeho 65 61700 Brno Denmark Scribona Danmark A/S Naverland 27 DK2600 Glostrup Denmark Finland Scribona TPC OY Sinimäentie 14 P.O. Box 83 02630 ESPOO Finland France Toshiba Systèmes (France) S.A. 7, Rue Ampère 92804 Puteaux Cédex France Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D-93055 Regensburg Germany Greece Ideal Electronics S.A.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States Luxembourg Toshiba Information Systems Benelux B.V. Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel The Netherlands 800-457-7777 (within the US) 949-859-4276 (outside the US this call may incur long distance charges) Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices 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. Ljubljanska 80 61230 Domzale Slovenia Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A.
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. Instant password security F1 Fn + This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security.
Instant password security 239 the display’s content reappear. The Windows® operating system log-on screen will appear, prompting you for a password. After typing in the password for the current user, press Enter. To activate the password feature: 1 Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearances and Themes. 3 Click one of the following: ❖ Choose a screen saver in the “Pick a task” section. ❖ Display in the “or pick a Control Panel icon” section.
Sound Follow the steps listed in the Windows help to set up your password-protected screen saver. To ensure the password protection is activated after pressing Fn + F1 (to activate instant security), wait ten seconds before walking away from the computer. Sound Fn + This hot key cycles through the different alarm volume levels. The alarm volume options are: Off, Low, Medium, and High. Off is always first.
Stand By mode 241 Stand By mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Stand By mode. ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode. This message box can be set so it does not display. Sample Stand By confirmation box ❖ For more information about Stand By mode, please see “Using Stand By” on page 91. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hibernation mode 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. The message box can be set so it does not display. Sample Hibernation confirmation box ❖ If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see “Using Hibernation” on page 88. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Display modes 243 Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options.
Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in ™ your computer (for systems with Wi-Fi only). The wireless modes are: Wi-Fi enabled—This enables the Wi-Fi module. Wi-Fi disabled—This disables the Wi-Fi module. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see “Disabling or enabling the TouchPad” on page 52.
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 United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved VDA approved NEMKO approved 245 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities used for configuring networks that use both wired and wireless network devices. These utilities include the following: ❖ Connectivity Doctor—The Connectivity Doctor utility is used to help fix networking problems with your notebook computer. For more information, see “Connectivity Doctor” on page 249.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ 247 Quick Connect—The Quick Connect utility is used to configure a wireless LAN connection (ad hoc connection) between a personal computer and a Toshiba Wireless Projector. The Toshiba Wireless Projector utility must be installed in order to enable Quick Connect. For more information, see “Quick Connect” on page 253. Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to start and configure ConfigFree.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Create LOG—Creates and displays a log file containing diagnostic information about devices connected to the network. ❖ About—Displays version information about ConfigFree. ❖ Help—Displays the online help file. Starting ConfigFree To start ConfigFree, do any of the following: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP users) Click the Start button, and then point to All Programs. Point to the TOSHIBA folder, the Networking, and then click ConfigFree.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 249 ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor displays the connection configuration and the status of all wired and wireless LAN devices that are connected to the network. For wireless network devices, the signal strength and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key settings (if applicable) also display. NOTE Infrared (for systems with infrared) and dial-up devices are not tested by the Connectivity Doctor.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample Connectivity Doctor screen The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes. However, you can also use the Refresh button to refresh the screen. Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are connected to the network. Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are also displayed. 5.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 251 Viewing the sample Device Settings screen ❖ Network Connections—Displays the Network Connection window, which contains detailed information about the network connection. ❖ Enable/Disable—You can easily enable or disable any of the listed devices simply by selecting the desired device, and then clicking the Enable/Disable button. Each time a device is enabled or disabled, the status of the device will change.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility displays a list of all the registered profiles in ConfigFree. You can also add, modify, and delete profiles; switch the profile being used; and view specific details about each profile. Viewing the sample Profile Settings screen ❖ Details—The Details button displays the ConfigFree Details screen.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 253 Add, Modify, and Delete a Profile ❖ To add a new profile to ConfigFree, click the Add button in the Profile Settings screen. To overwrite an existing profile, select the profile to be overwritten, and then click Add. ❖ To modify an existing profile, select the profile you want to modify, and then click Modify. ❖ To delete an existing profile, select the profile to be deleted, and then click Delete.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using Auto Switch If the wireless mode for the wireless setting is set for 5 GHz (802.11a), Quick Connect will change this mode to 2.4 GHz (802.11b), and then connect to the projector. The wireless LAN configuration will return to the default settings under the following conditions: ❖ If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using Auto Switch ❖ 255 From the Profile Settings screen, you can click the Auto Switch button. Auto Switch (Cable Disconnect) If a wired network cable is disconnected from the network, the Auto Switch (Cable Disconnect) option will automatically switch to another network device.
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. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit DC direct current DMA direct memory access 256 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Glossary DIMM dual inline memory module DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DVD digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O input/output IRQ
Glossary 258 SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial bus URL uniform resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user’s guide. A active-matrix display — A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology.
Glossary basic input/output system (BIOS) — See BIOS. baud rate — The speed at which a communication device, such as a printer or modem, transmits information. Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second.
Glossary 260 CD — An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM. CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) — A form of highcapacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data. See also CD. Compare DVD-ROM. central processing unit (CPU) — The chip that functions as the “brain” of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to another device that uses the information.
Glossary CPU cache — A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. cursor — A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen. The shape of the cursor varies, depending on the program you are using and what you are doing.
Glossary 262 diskette — A thin, flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data. Diskettes can be removed from the computer and come in two sizes: 5.25-inch and 3.5-inch. Your computer uses 3.5-inch diskettes. See also double-density diskette, high-density diskette. document — Any file created with an application and, if saved to disk, given a name by which it can be retrieved. See also file.
F Glossary file — A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique name. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a document. See also document. file allocation table (FAT) — The section of a disk that keeps track of the location of files stored on the disk. file name — A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder. It consists of two parts: the actual name and the file name extension. See also file extension.
Glossary 264 hardware — The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernate — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn on the computer again, your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off. See also Stand By, Suspend. high-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of data.
Glossary LAN (local area network) — A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network. liquid crystal display (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it.
Glossary 266 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 Plug and Play — Generally, refers to the computer’s ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices. When capitalized, refers to a standard that, when followed by a device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself automatically to work with the device. pointing device — Any device, such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that enables you to move the cursor on the screen.
Glossary 268 RJ-11 — A modular connector used on most U.S. telephone systems and direct-connect modems. The RJ-11 connector is a 6-wire connector. RJ-45 — A connector used to attach computers to LANS (local area networks) and to link ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) devices to NT-1 (Network Terminator devices). Also called. ROM (read-only memory) — Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to.
T U Glossary TFT display — See active-matrix display. universal serial bus (USB) — A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps (12 million bits per second). USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all-purpose USB port. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus, hot swapping, serial. upload — To send a file to another computer through a modem or network. See also download. USB — See universal serial bus (USB).
Index A AC power light 50 Accessories programs 117, 130 audio features 199 avoiding injury 38 B battery caring for 103 changing 101 charge not lasting 219 charging 61, 95 conserving power 99 disposal 105 installing 101 light 50, 97 monitoring power 97 not charging 218 power usage mode 240 removing 101 RTC (real-time clock) 96 buttons CD Player 80 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive eject 74 Start 109 C calculator 122 Card and Socket Services 204 CD and DVDs caring for 82 viewing contents 81 CD Player control
Index computer 62 click 51 closing programs 122 comfort chair 39 lighting 40 work habits 41 commands Hibernate 85 powering down 84 Stand By 86 communications programs 83 setting up 83 system resources 214 via modem 83 compact discs inserting 77 problem solving 224 removing 81 computer cleaning 62 lock 63 moving 63 non-system disk or disk error message 210 placement 38 protection 37 running on battery power 93 setting up 43, 53 transferring information 193 turning off 89, 91, 134 turning on 50 using at the
Index corrupted/damaged data files 223 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 222 running slow 223 diskettes copying files to 72 display doesn’t look normal/flickers 221 external monitor not working 222 latch 49 properties 126 screen is blank 220 display modes changing 243 display panel opening 49 Display settings hot key 199 displaying folder information 190 disposing of used batteries 105 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 214 double-click 51 downloading 197 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive can’t access disc
Index hot key display modes 243 display settings 199 power usage mode 240 Stand By mode 241 wireless mode 244 hot keys display modes 243 instant password 238 keyboard functions 244 sound 240 hot swapping 204 precautions 206 Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) 195 I i.
Index connecting 191 not working 220 mouse connecting 57 moving the computer 63 My Computer 111, 112 N network connecting to 83 dial-up connection 84 New Folder icon 116 new text document 115 Notepad 115 O object properties 126 online tours 133 P Paint 117 password instant 238 PC Card Card and Socket Services 204 checklist 226 CIS (Card Information Structure) 225 computer stops working 227 errors 228 hot swapping fails 227 inserting 204 not recognized 228 problem solving 225, 226 removing 205 repla
Index drive drive tray doesn’t eject 224 external display not working 222 external keyboard not working 220 external monitor 220 faulty memory 217 hardware conflict 213, 214 hardware conflict caused by legacy device 214 Help 212 high-pitched noise 225 illegal operation 209 Internet bookmarked site not found 212 Internet connection is slow 212 keyboard not responding 210 keyboard produces unexpected characters 219 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 222 modem not receiving or transmitting 230 no sound 22
Index precautions 41 saving your work 70 ScanDisk 222 screen blank 220 doesn’t look normal/flickers 221 Screen Saver tab 126 Search Engine 196 secondary button 52 security fitting a computer lock cable 63 instant password 238 SelectServ 36 setting up communications 83 computer 37, 43, 53 date and time 127 printer 58 shortcut creating 122 menu 112 shut down 62 sound .
Index USB mouse connecting 57 using Hibernate 88 modem 83 PC Cards 203 Stand By 91 V video features exploring 197 volume, adjusting alarm 240 W warranty SelectServ 36 Web address 196 Web browsers 195 Web content interface 186 Web sites 233 Web sites,Toshiba 234 windows hiding 118 repositioning 118 resizing 118, 120 Windows Explorer 117 Windows Help 109 Windows Media Player 79 Windows Stand By 61 Windows XP change date and time settings 127 changing the screen saver 125 closing programs 122 creating a new