Tecra® M7 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ 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 212 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: Tecra® M7 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may include Recordable and/or ReWritable optical media drive(s) and associated software, among the most advanced data storage technologies available.
Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information. Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can.
provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. 3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
Wireless LAN and Your Health Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers.
documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards. Canada – Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.
EU Declaration of Conformity Toshiba declares, that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the Information: requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 72/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/ EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/ 05/EEC. This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is Toshiba Europe, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design. Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In the event interference is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately discontinued.
2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment. (1) (2) (3) 2.4DSOF4 (4) 1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. OF: This equipment uses OFDM modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3.
The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only. Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer.
Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.
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❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point. ❖ This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands.
802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and Toshiba has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth products with all PCs and/or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than Toshiba portable computers. Always use Bluetooth cards from Toshiba in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) Toshiba portable computers using these cards. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.
In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include: ❖ Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board airplanes, or ❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design. Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In the event interference is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately discontinued.
(1) (2) (3) 2.4FH1 (4) 1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3.
Optical Drive Safety Instructions The HD DVD-ROM and multi-function drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a HD DVD, CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury.
Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. ©2006 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Export Administration Regulation This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S.
Trademarks Tecra is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Contents Introduction................................................................................ 35 This guide ...............................................................36 Safety icons ............................................................37 Other icons used...............................................38 Other documentation ..............................................38 Service options .......................................................39 Chapter 1: Getting Started..................
Contents 27 Using the computer for the first time ......................51 Opening the display panel .................................52 Your computer’s features and specifications ....53 Turning on the power .......................................53 Adding memory (optional) ......................................54 Installing a memory module .............................55 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities ..................................55 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs ...........................
Contents Customizing your computer’s settings..............86 Caring for your computer........................................87 Cleaning the computer ......................................87 Moving the computer........................................87 Using a computer lock ......................................88 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 89 Computing tips .......................................................89 Using the keyboard ..............
Contents 29 Toshiba’s online resources ...................................109 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing.................................................110 Toshiba’s energy-saver design..............................110 Running the computer on battery power ..............110 Battery Notice .................................................111 Power management ........................................112 Using additional batteries ...............................112 Charging batteries.......................
Contents The Internet ....................................................139 The World Wide Web .....................................139 Internet Service Providers...............................139 Connecting to the Internet .............................140 Surfing the Internet.........................................140 Internet features..............................................141 Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet ..............................................
Contents 31 Setting passwords ................................................164 Using an instant password..............................164 Setting a user password .................................165 Disabling a user password..............................165 Using a supervisor or user password ...................166 Setting a supervisor password........................166 Deleting a supervisor password......................167 Toshiba Password Utility ......................................
Contents CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ...........................194 Toshiba Accessibility ............................................195 Toshiba Mobile Extension .....................................196 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) ...........................197 Fingerprint Authentication Utility...........................198 Fingerprint utility limitations ...........................199 Fingerprint Enrollment ....................................199 Fingerprint Logon ..............................
Contents 33 PC Card problems...........................................233 Printer problems .............................................237 Modem problems............................................238 Wireless networking problems .......................239 DVD operating problems.......................................242 Develop good computing habits ...........................245 Data and system configuration backup in Windows® XP ...........................................
Contents Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors..........................265 USA and Canada .............................................265 United Kingdom ..............................................265 Australia..........................................................265 Europe ............................................................265 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer..............................................266 Getting Started....................................
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. NOTE Certain Microsoft® software product(s) included with this computer may use technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES.
Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba’s Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
Introduction Safety icons 37 Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Introduction Other documentation Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon indicates technical information about the computer. HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.
Introduction Service options 39 Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty. Toshiba’s standard limited warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba.com. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using, such as a printer.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 41 ❖ 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 Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ 43 Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers. Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files. Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could damage the disc and possibly lose data. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses.
Getting Started Setting up your computer Always make sure your PC and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your PC is in Standby mode). In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your PC or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your PC or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never block the air vents.
Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account, you must either establish a Local Area Network (LAN) connection, or connect the built-in modem to a telephone line (see “Connecting the modem to a telephone line” on page 134). Setting up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely.
Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba If an Internet connection could not be found, a window will display the message: “An Internet connection could not be chosen.” Click Next to continue. NOTE 6 If you are connecting your computer to a network, consult your system administrator before you choose your computer name and network settings. Follow the remaining screen prompts to complete the setup process. Once you click the final screen, your computer restarts automatically.
Getting Started Adding optional external devices 47 Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See “Setting up your software” on page 45.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source Always confirm that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to do so may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use a multiple connector. An overload on one socket could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 49 To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor into the DC-IN on the back of the computer.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows green. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 Charging the main battery Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for at least three hours with the computer turned off. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel 1 Press the display latch button, and then lift the display panel. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 Your computer’s features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide.
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) (Sample Illustration) Turning on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 55 For more information on memory options, check the accessories information that came with your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See “Setting up your software” on page 45. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. Both slots are located under the keyboard and should only be accessed by a Toshiba authorized service provider.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you may have created intact, for example, a D: drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Delete your hard disk drive recovery partition without the risk of losing your data. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with your computer.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 2 57 Select CD or DVD (to create Recovery media on CDs or DVDs). (Sample Image) Recovery Disc Creator screen 3 Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check box next to the item’s Name – recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. 4 Click Burn. 5 Insert the first blank CD or DVD into your computer’s CD/DVD writable drive when prompted.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your C: drive and then recovering it. To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities stored on your computer’s HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Recovering the original factory image (recommended recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to its factory default setting deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Erasing the hard disk The Recovery Wizard allows you to delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the hard disk— This option deletes all of the data on the hard disk without overwriting the HDD.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 4 Click Next to begin deleting the HDD. When the process is completed, a message displays informing you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering the C: partition of the HDD without changing the current partition size Recovering the C: drive to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your information on the recovered drive will be lost.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size Resizing and recovering your C: drive to its factory default setting reformats all partitions on the HDD (for example, if you created a D: drive, it will be deleted during the recovery process) and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. To resize and recover your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select “Recovery of factory default.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you can rebuild the system using your Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs (refer to “Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs” on page 56): 1 Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your CD/DVD drive and power on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Recovering the original factory image (recommended recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to its factory default setting deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 Select “Recovery of Factory Default Software.” Click Next. 2 Select “Recover to out-of-the-box-state.” Click Next.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 2 65 Select “Recover without the hard drive partitions.” Click Next. ❖ A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all information on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure you have saved your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click Next to begin the restoration. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer.
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Checking the HDD operating status After restoring your hard disk drive, you can check its status as follows: 1 Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click the Administrative Tools icon. 3 Double-click the Computer Management icon. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen.
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 67 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 TouchPad™ Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button. The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button(“right-clicking”).
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 4 69 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. (Sample Image) TouchPAD ON/OFF screen 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. You can also use a hot key to disable or enable the TouchPad. See “Disabling or enabling wireless devices” on page 263. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the available video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. ❖ A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port. Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for the type of device you are connecting.
Getting Started Using external display devices 2 71 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the setting you want takes effect. Briefly pause each time you press the F5 key to allow time for the display to change.
Getting Started Using an external keyboard Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. TECHNICAL NOTE: To use one of the simultaneous modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
Getting Started Connecting a printer 73 Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly. Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a printer.
Getting Started Connecting a printer Setting up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to set it up for the first time. You only need to set up the printer once. 1 Click Start, and then click Printers and Faxes. The Printers and Faxes window appears. 2 Click Add a printer.
Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 75 Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel’s disk light and the drive-in-use light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/or drive. It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while.
Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ 77 If you have work in progress and are not connected to a network, use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings so that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to shut down or turn off your computer, save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off.
Getting Started Turning off the computer For information on how to use and configure Hibernation mode see “Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page 81. Standby mode The Standby command places the computer into a powersaving mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off.
Getting Started Turning off the computer 79 Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands Depending on the operating system installed, use the following steps to turn off your computer. Turn Off For Windows® XP Home, or either Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP MCE when not connected to a domain server, follow these steps to turn off the computer: 1 Click Start, and then select Turn off computer. The Turn off computer dialog box appears.
Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer more quickly You can also turn off the computer by sliding the power button to the right. To use this method, you first need to activate it using Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click on the Setup Action tab. (Sample Image) Setup action settings screen 4 Select the options you want from the drop-down lists.
Getting Started Turning off the computer 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE 81 For more information about the Power Saver utility, see “Toshiba Power Saver” on page 179. Once the computer is configured, you can turn it off by either sliding the power button to the right or closing the display panel, depending on the options set. Restarting your computer To start the computer up again, sliding the power button to the right until the on/off light glows green.
Getting Started Turning off the computer Configuring Hibernation mode options You can place the computer into Hibernation mode by either sliding the power button to the right or closing the display panel. You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into Hibernation mode. To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Performance and Maintenance.
Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 Starting again from Hibernation mode To start up the computer from Hibernation mode, slide the power button to the right until the on/off light glows green. The computer returns to the screen(s) 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.
Getting Started Turning off the computer 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Standby for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Standby if you want the computer to go into Standby mode when you sliding the power button to the right. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Standby if you want the computer to go into Standby mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK.
Getting Started Using your computer in tablet mode 85 Closing the display panel After you have turned off the computer, close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. Using your computer in tablet mode One of your computer’s features is a convertible display that allows you to use the screen much as you would a writing tablet.
Getting Started Using your computer in tablet mode (Sample Illustration) Using the computer in tablet mode To remove the tablet pen, press it in, and then pull it out from the right side of the computer. For more information on using the computer in tablet mode, see “Using tablet mode” on page 145. Your computer came with applications already installed specifically designed to work with the tablet feature of the system.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 87 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer’s main battery, see “Taking care of your battery” on page 126. Cleaning the computer Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker grille and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.
Getting Started Caring for your computer Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object.
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved. See “Saving your work” on page 97 for further information.
Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 91 Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key. Most of the time, this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. Using the Fn key, you can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 93 Windows® special keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Windows® special keys Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key—Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key—Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay.
Learning the Basics Starting a program Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out.
Learning the Basics Starting a program 95 The next three sections explain how to start a program from the Start menu, Explorer, and the Run dialog box. Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows® WordPad program as an example: 1 Click Start, and then click All Programs.
Learning the Basics Starting a program 3 Click My Computer to expand the window. 4 In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in “(C:).” 5 In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, doubleclick the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files. Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the right side of the window. The left side of the window shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder.
Learning the Basics Saving your work 2 97 In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the program’s location, type the command line. For a program in the Windows® folder, type just the program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For example, to access WordPad, type: c:\Program Files\Windows NT\Accessories\Wordpad.exe, then click OK. ❖ If you do not know the location, you can search for it by clicking Start, Search, and then following the onscreen instructions.
Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files 1 On the File menu of your Windows® program, click Save. If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name. (Sample Image) Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save.
Learning the Basics Printing your work 99 You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % & { } ( ) @ and '. File names are not case-sensitive. Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft Word saves files with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of “.doc” is assumed to be a Microsoft Word file.
2 Learning the Basics Backing up your work Open the File menu of your Windows® program and click Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. 4 Click Print. Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer. You can back up your files to different types of media such as CDs, DVDs, diskettes, or to a network, if available.
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 101 HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive. Small files can be backed up on diskettes if an optional external diskette drive is available. Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page in the backup program.
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical 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. On the fourth change, the region will be “locked in.” That is, the drive will only play DVDs from that last region.
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 103 Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole—Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off.
4 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “Caring for CD or DVD Discs” on page 109. 6 Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up. (Sample Illustration) Positioning the disc in the drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 7 105 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it clicks into place. Handle DVDs and CDs carefully, making contact only with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface of the disc. Do not stack discs. If you incorrectly handle the discs, you could lose data. 8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive.
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Stop button Play/pause button (Sample Image) Windows® Media Player screen The Windows® Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down. Do not set the volume too high when using headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing.
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 2 107 Click the optical drive icon. The disc drive will run the CD. If your disc does not run using this method, try using an application that is associated with the media on the disc. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows® Media Player and use it to select and then play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated software to open the files on the disc.
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Removing a disc with the computer on To remove a compact disc (CD or DVD) with the computer turned on: 1 Press the eject button on the drive. Do not press the eject button while the in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. Also, if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for it to stop spinning before you remove it.
Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources 109 Caring for CD or DVD Discs ❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖ Do not apply a label to, or otherwise mar the surface of, a disc. ❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the optical drive from reading the data properly. ❖ Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold.
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 suspension 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 111 Battery Notice Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components. Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. Recharge time varies depending on usage.
Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. It maintains this information for up to a month while the computer is turned off. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is attached. The RTC battery charges only while the computer is powered on.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries 113 Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer. Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
❖ Mobile Computing Charging batteries The battery is almost completely discharged. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 115 If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working. To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor. NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 117 Power button System Indicator Lights Bridge Media light AC power light On/off light Battery light Wireless indicator light Hard disk drive light Second battery light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE 1 Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power.
2 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’s capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 119 If you have Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down. For more information on using Hibernation, see “Hibernation mode” on page 77. Setting battery alarms You can set two alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power These power-saving options control the way in which the computer is configured. By using them, you can greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset Power Profiles. Using one of these profiles lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 2 121 Select an appropriate profile for your work environment or create your own custom profile. By changing the options that appear in the Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. You may choose a power-saving management strategy to best suit your computing needs.
3 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Release the Fn key. The pop-up window disappears. You are now in the selected mode. For more information on setting the battery Power Profile, see “Toshiba Power Saver” on page 179. Changing the main battery Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another conductive object. This could cause serious injury or fire, and could also damage the battery pack and computer.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 123 Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Power off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in “Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page 81. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 2 125 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity. If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery 3 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. 4 Turn the computer right side up.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 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/cable 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 127 ❖ Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an approved option. ❖ When you install the battery pack, you should hear a click when it is seated properly. ❖ Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack could explode.
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries ❖ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than one month, remove the battery pack. ❖ Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens its life. ❖ If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor. ❖ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
Mobile Computing Traveling tips 129 After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulations, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash. Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly.
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop 131 Finding your way around the desktop Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, System tray, and background pattern. Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon. You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element’s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Start button You use the Start button to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Access Microsoft® Windows® operating system update ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find files ❖ Access Windows® Help ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer Taskbar Each time you open a program, a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications 133 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 notebook computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM (comm
5 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications To verify that the modem is set up properly, select the modem you wish to check, and then click Properties to bring up the dialog box with information specific to that modem. The Windows® operating system communicates with the modem and displays identifying information reported by the modem. If the Windows® operating system cannot communicate with the modem, it displays an error message.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications 1 135 Plug one end of a telephone cable (purchased separately) into the modem port on the back of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the telephone cable to the modem port 2 Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack. (Sample Illustration) Connecting to a wall jack NOTE Connect the built-in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines. Never connect the built-in modem to a digital line (ISDN).
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports. Accessing a network To access a network: ❖ At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications 137 How to disable the Ethernet LAN port When your computer starts, Windows® attempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. If the computer is not connected to a network, it may pause a few minutes as it waits for a reply. To avoid this delay, you can reconfigure Windows® to disable the LAN port. To disable the LAN port: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Performance and Maintenance.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module. This is a technology that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment, and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables. For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet 139 The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and millions of computers around the world connected by communications lines. They all work together to share information.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A modem and telephone line, or a LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account The Microsoft® Web browser Internet Explorer is automatically configured on your system so that when you first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP account, or assists you in setting up your computer to work with your existing ISP.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet 141 You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information. Internet features The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help you perform many tasks. ❖ Internet email To send and receive email of your own, you need a mailbox on the Web or an email address. If you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer). There are several ways to upload or download data.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features 143 Using a microphone 1 If you are using the internal microphone, which is located near the front left corner of the computer, go to step 4. Otherwise, connect an external microphone to the computer. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, and then click Sound Recorder. Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward Positioning bar (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Record button.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features 6 To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. 7 To save the file, select Save from the File menu. NOTE The microphone on your computer might be set to Mute. To check this, click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, and then click Volume Control. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using tablet mode 2 145 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack. The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini-jack. To adjust the volume: ❖ For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker. ❖ For headphones, use the computer’s volume control dial.
3 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using tablet mode Rotate the display panel clockwise 180o (degrees). When you complete this task, the screen faces away from the keyboard. When rotating LCD screen of your computer, be sure to slowly turn the screen in the proper direction, and not apply excessive force or speed. (Sample Illustration) Rotating the display panel clockwise 180o 4 Turn the display latch so it points toward the back of the LCD screen. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using tablet mode 5 147 Fold the display panel down flat over the keyboard. The display latch will click and lock the screen in tablet position. Display latch (Sample Illustration) Folding the display panel down flat By default, the computer desktop will automatically rotate to primary portrait view. For more information on changing tablet screen settings, see “Toshiba Rotation Utility” on page 186.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using tablet mode Using tablet mode 1 Remove the Toshiba tablet pen which is located on the right side of the computer by momentarily pressing in on the pen and then releasing it. Pull the pen from the holder. (Sample Illustration) Removing the Toshiba tablet pen from the slot on the tablet computer NOTE To protect the computer’s display, make sure you change from tablet mode to computer mode and close the display before you turn the computer upside down.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using tablet mode 2 149 Use the Toshiba tablet pen on the tablet as you would any pointing device or pen. (Sample Illustration) Writing on the tablet To learn how to manually change the layout of the screen from portrait to landscape, see “Toshiba Rotation Utility” on page 186. NOTE You can also use tablet mode when the computer is in its original configuration, with the screen open and facing the keyboard.
❖ Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using PC Cards To drag a window to another location on the tablet, press the Toshiba tablet pen on the window's Title Bar, and then hold it while you drag it to its new location. When working in an application, you can use the Toshiba tablet pen like a pen and simply draw or write directly onto the tablet’s work space.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using PC Cards 151 The PC Card slot supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. Inserting a PC Card Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it. To insert a PC Card: 1 Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer. 2 Insert the PC Card.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using PC Cards 1 Locate the PC Card eject button. 2 Press the PC Card eject button once to pop it out slightly, and push it in to remove the PC Card. The PC Card ejects slightly from the slot. 3 Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot. PC Card eject button (Sample Illustration) Removing a PC Card Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 153 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot The Bridge Media Adapter Slot supports the use of Memory Stick™ or Memory Stick™ PRO media, Secure Digital™ (SD™) Card, MMC (MultiMedia Card™), or xD-Picture Card™ media. These media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Removing memory media 1 Prepare the media for removal by right-clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then selecting the media you want to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the media for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later. If the media can be removed now, the system displays Safe To Remove Hardware. 2 Gently press the card inward to release it. The card pops out slightly.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the i.LINK® port 155 Using the i.LINK® port The i.LINK® port on the left side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate). This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as video devices. As with USB ports, the i.
Chapter 5 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapter.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ Tablet and Pen Settings ❖ Toshiba Rotation Utility ❖ Cross Menu Utility ❖ Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility ❖ Toshiba Zooming Utility ❖ Toshiba Button Controls ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ Toshiba Accessibility ❖ Toshiba Mobile Extension ❖ Trusted Platform Module (TPM) ❖ Fingerprint Authentication Utility 157 Toshiba Assist The Toshiba Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows y
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist The Toshiba Assist window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window The Toshiba Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect & Fix ❖ Optimize 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree™ Connectivity Doctor ❖ Start Bluetooth® ❖ Bluetooth® Settings ❖ Bluetooth Local COM Settings (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist – Connect tab 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ User password ❖ Supervisor password (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window – Secure tab 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist 161 Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ HDD Protection Utility (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window – Protect & Fix tab 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Toshiba Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Accessibility ❖ Toshiba Mobile Extension ❖ Toshiba Zooming Utility ❖ Toshiba Button Controls ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ Toshiba Hotkey Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ Tablet and Pen Settings ❖ Toshiba Rotation Utility (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window – Optimize tab 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Application Installer 163 Toshiba Application Installer The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) Toshiba Application Installer screen 3 Click the item(s) you want to install.
4 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords Click Install, then follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation process. Setting passwords Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer, secure in the knowledge that nobody can access your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again.
Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords 165 To use an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. An instant password has no effect on an optional USB mouse or trackball. To unlock your system, press any key or touch the pointing device and the Windows® Logon screen will appear. Select your user name and enter your password, if any.
Toshiba Utilities Using a supervisor or user password 3 Select the User Password icon. 4 Click Delete. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the user password. Using a supervisor or user password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options.
Toshiba Utilities Using a supervisor or user password 2 167 On the left side, select Secure. (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist Security window 3 Select the Supervisor Password icon. 4 5 6 7 Click Set. Enter your password then enter it again to verify. Click Set. Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on a diskette or media of your choice, or click Cancel if you do not want to save the password to a text file. Click OK to exit.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Password Utility 4 Click Delete. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the supervisor password. Toshiba Password Utility The Toshiba Password Utility allows you to set a user-level password in Toshiba Assist or in System Setup. To use the Toshiba Password utility: 1 Start Toshiba Assist. 2 Click the Secure tab, then click the User Password icon. The Toshiba Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Password Utility window 3 Click Set.
Toshiba Utilities PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 169 6 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on a diskette or media of your choice. Click Cancel if you do not want to save the password to a text file. This is known as the password service diskette. 7 Click OK to exit. If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it.
Toshiba Utilities HDD Protection Utility The PC Diagnostic Tool window appears. (Sample Image) PC Diagnostic Tool window 2 NOTE 3 Select the devices that you would like to test by clicking the check box that appears to the left of the device. Click the + (plus) and - (minus) symbols to expand and collapse the categories. Click Start Diagnostics when you are ready to begin the tests.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 171 To use the HDD Protection utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click HDD Protection, or click the HDD Protection icon in the Protect & Fix tab of Toshiba Assist. The HDD Protection Properties window appears. (Sample Image) HDD Protection Properties window 2 Select ON to enable HDD protection, or select OFF to disable HDD protection. 3 Set the battery and AC power detection levels as desired. 4 Click OK.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to quickly access your programs and files. With Fn-esse, you can assign an Fn key combination to: ❖ Open a Windows® operating system program ❖ Open a file in its associated program ❖ Display a customized folder of programs and/or files from which to choose Fn-esse also has several keys, known as hot keys, that perform preassigned operations. For more information, see “Hot Keys” on page 257.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 173 There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document: ❖ Using drag-and-drop ❖ Using the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag-and-drop. Using drag-and-drop to assign a key To assign a key to open a program or document: 1 Start both Fn-esse and Windows® Explorer (or the program supporting drag-and-drop). 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key To assign a key to open a program or document: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 Perform one of the following: ❖ Using the keyboard, press and hold the Fn key, then press the desired assignment key. ❖ Using the pointing device, move the cursor over the desired key in the Fn-esse window and press the secondary button. The Assignment Type dialog box appears.
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 3 175 Click OK. Making a popup assignment 1 Select Popup to display the Application Explorer dialog box. 2 Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the All Programs menu. The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder. These are the items that will appear in the popup list.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hotkey Utility Changing or removing existing key assignments On the Fn-esse keyboard, click the key you wish to change with the secondary button. Fn-esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box. ❖ To change the key assignment, click Direct or Popup and continue as if you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 177 Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility This utility is used to format SD cards used with the Bridge Media Adapter slot. To format an SD memory card using this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click SD Memory Card Format utility, or click the SD Memory Card icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The SD Memory Card Format screen appears.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba SD™ Memory Boot Utility Toshiba SD™ Memory Boot Utility The Toshiba SD™ Memory Boot Utility allows you to create an SD card you can use to boot up your computer. This utility also allows you to easily format SD Memory Cards. Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for any additional help. To make a bootable SD card: 1 Attach a USB floppy drive to your computer and insert a bootable floppy disk. 2 Insert the SD card.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Power Saver 4 Select the drive where the SD card is located. 5 Select Read from a floppy disk. 6 Click Start. NOTE 179 To create a bootable SD card with the Read from an image file option, you need a third-party application. Booting from a bootable SD card To boot from a bootable SD card: 1 Create a bootable SD card (see “Toshiba SD™ Memory Boot Utility” on page 178 for instructions). 2 Verify that you do not have a floppy in the optional external floppy disk drive.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Power Saver To access Toshiba Power Saver: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then click Toshiba Power Saver, or click the Power Management icon in either the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist or in the system tray. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Power Saver 181 Preset Power Profiles The preset power profiles are: ❖ Full Power ❖ AC Optimized ❖ High Power ❖ Normal ❖ DVD Playback ❖ Presentation ❖ Long Life These profiles cannot be deleted. It is not recommended to change the settings of these profiles. If you need a custom profile, create a new profile with the properties you require. The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power.
Toshiba Utilities Mouse Utility Mouse Utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your pointing device or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Mouse, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖ Buttons ❖ Pointers ❖ Pointer options ❖ Hardware ❖ Advanced ❖ TouchPad On/Off 5.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hardware Setup 183 You may see additional categories depending on your particular pointing device. For information on these settings, see “Using the TouchPad™” on page 67. 2 Adjust the settings as desired, then click OK. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ Display—Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in LCD display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If data does not appear on the display you are using after starting in Standby Mode, press Fn + F5. ❖ CPU—Allows you to enable or disable CPU frequency switching modes.
Toshiba Utilities Tablet and Pen Settings 185 You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button, then quickly pressing the F12 key, or the right or left arrow keys. Select the boot device icon by pressing the right or left arrow keys, then pressing the Enter key. Since the system is a quick-booting system, you must press the arrow keys immediately after pressing the power button.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Rotation Utility ❖ While the Display tab can be used to change the screen’s orientation and adjust screen brightness, it is recommended that you use the Toshiba Rotation Utility (see “Toshiba Rotation Utility” on page 186) to change the screen’s orientation, and the Toshiba Power Saver Utility (see “Toshiba Power Saver” on page 179) to adjust screen brightness. ❖ The Tablet Buttons tab allows you to specify an action when a display system button is pressed.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Rotation Utility 187 The Toshiba Rotation Utility screen appears: (Sample Image) Toshiba Rotation Utility screen 2 Select a new display format for either PC mode or Tablet PC mode. 3 Click OK. NOTE Toshiba recommends that you use the Toshiba Rotation Utility to change screen rotation options and settings for the tablet feature Tablet and Pen Settings.
Toshiba Utilities Cross Menu Utility To access Tablet and Pen Settings: From Toshiba Assist, click the Tablet and Pen Settings icon. ❖ The Settings tab allows you to specify whether you are left handed or right handed, and the menu location.
Toshiba Utilities Cross Menu Utility 189 To start the Cross Menu Utility: 1 Press and hold the Cross-Functional button for two seconds until the following screen displays. (Sample Image) Cross Menu Utility screen 2 Move the Cross-Functional button up or down to select a menu. 3 To select an item in a menu, move the Cross-Functional button left or right until the icon is highlighted, then press the Cross-Functional button. Creating a New Menu NOTE You can add up to five menus.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility The Cross Menu Setting window appears. (Sample Image) Cross Menu Setting window 2 Click New. 3 Click Add File. 4 Browse for the application(s) you want to add to the menu and click Open. 5 When you have finished adding applications to the menu, click OK. Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility This utility allows you to create and register an access code, which can be used to log on to Windows®.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Zooming Utility 191 To access the utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Tablet PC, and then click Tablet Access Code Logon Utility. The Tablet Access Code Logon Utility screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Tablet Access Code Logon Utility screen 2 To create an access code, click New Registration. Toshiba Zooming Utility This utility allows you to select which applications will work with the zoom in/out hot keys (see “Hot Keys” on page 257).
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Zooming Utility To access the Zooming utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click Toshiba Zooming Utility, or click the Zooming Utility icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Zooming Utility Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Zooming Utility Properties screen 2 Select the desired option(s). 3 Click OK. The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications you selected.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Button Controls 193 Toshiba Button Controls The Toshiba Button Controls allow you to customize the Toshiba Assist and Toshiba Presentation buttons. Those buttons are located on the display. To access Toshiba Button Controls: 1 Click the Toshiba Button Control icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Controls Properties window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Button Controls screen 2 Select the button whose function is to be customized.
Toshiba Utilities CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer This utility can slow the speed of your optical drive to make it run more quietly. You can use this utility to make listening to music CDs more enjoyable. NOTE When you change the CD/DVD drive to “Quiet” mode, the setting is only valid for the current Windows® session. If you shut down, restart, log off, or resume from hibernation, the setting will revert back to Normal speed.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Accessibility 195 2 Click Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly, for listening to music or audio files on a CD. 3 Click Set Normal Mode to run the drive at normal speed, for transferring data. Toshiba Accessibility The Toshiba Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required.
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Mobile Extension 2 Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box. 3 Put a check mark next to the desired option. 4 Click OK. Toshiba Mobile Extension To adjust the settings for docking or using the Express Port Replicator, use the Toshiba Mobile Extension utility. To use the Toshiba Mobile Extension utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, then Toshiba Mobile Extension. The Toshiba Mobile Extension Service Configuration dialog box appears.
Toshiba Utilities Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 3 197 Under the Display Change Service tab, you can set the default display configuration you wish to use when docking the system to the optional Express Port Replicator. (Sample Image) Display Change Service tab options Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (Available on certain models) Your Toshiba computer includes the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) which is a security encryption device for your system’s hard disk drive.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Once the TPM files have been installed, you will need to enable the TPM feature through your system’s BIOS. To enable TPM: 1 Power on your system while holding down the Esc key. 2 Press F1 when directed. 3 Press the PgDn key. 4 Press the down arrow key until TPM is highlighted, then press the space bar to change the TPM status to Enabled. 5 Press Y to save the changes. 6 Press End and then press Y to accept the changes.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 199 Fingerprint utility limitations Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or error-free. Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the fingerprint software or utility.
8 NOTE Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility The final template will be created from these three samples. If you do not use a Windows® password, you will be prompted to define a new (non-empty) one. This is not necessary, but a password improves the security of your software. If your system supports power-on security, a Power-on button is also displayed above each enrolled fingerprint.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 201 Fingerprint Logon The fingerprint utility enables logon to your computer using fingerprints. During user enrollment, fingerprint samples are saved and associated with the user’s Windows® user account. When the user attempts to log on again, the user’s fingerprint is read and compared with the user’s enrolled fingerprints; if the fingerprint is recognized, user logon is completed. The Fast User Switching feature of Windows® XP is also supported.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility To disable/enable power-on security: 1 Open the Control Center and go to Settings - Power-on Security. (This wizard is displayed only if your system supports power-on security.) 2 Check the option Replace the power-on and hard drive passwords with the fingerprint reader. Power-on security can be configured to operate with the fingerprint logon feature.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 203 Fingerprint Management Fingerprints are stored in memory during enrollment. After a fingerprint is enrolled, it is displayed with a power-on button above it. The button appears “pressed in” by default, indicating that the corresponding finger will be used for power-on security. If you do not want to use a fingerprint for power-on security but only for logon, click the Boot button to delete the fingerprint from the fingerprint device memory.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Settings ❖ System Settings—Opens the Settings dialog containing various options for setting up the product. Most of these settings can be modified only by administrators and affect all users. ❖ User Settings—Opens the User Settings dialog containing user-specific options for setting up the product. ❖ Power-on Security—The memory of the fingerprint device is limited (typical capacity is 21 fingerprints).
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 205 Password Bank The Password Bank stores registration and logon information for Web sites and dialogs, helping to automate the task of entering this information. You enter the required information only once, during Web page or dialog registration. When the window is displayed again, all the data is entered automatically when you scan your fingerprint on the reader. Registered Web pages can also be accessed directly from the Biomenu.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Registering a new Web page or dialog You are logged on to the computer and want to register a new Web page. To create a new registration: 1 Display a Web page you want to register. 2 Fill in the data you want to replay the next time you access this Web page. 3 Use the reader to display the Biomenu. 4 Select Register. Password Bank recognizes pages containing a password field and displays a hint that the page can be registered.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 207 Replaying registrations with multiple forms Password Bank registers forms, not pages. If a page contains several forms, each form requires a separate registration. If a page contains several forms, replaying works as follows: ❖ If only one form is registered for the page (regardless of how many forms the page has), that registration is replayed.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 4 Select a registration. 5 Click Edit. You can change the value of an item or delete the item. 6 Select the Auto submit check box to submit the selected registration automatically after replaying the registration. A warning is displayed if you attempt to register a form or dialog that may be incompatible or not work properly with automatic submittal.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 209 4 If other fingerprint data is still displayed on the list, hold down the Control key and select each fingerprint until they are all selected, then click Remove. 5 Click OK to make the changes permanent. 6 Check that all Fingerprint data was deleted on the Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen.
❖ Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate. ❖ Soaked or swollen finger (e.g., after taking bath) ❖ Injured finger ❖ Wet finger ❖ Soiled or oily finger ❖ Extremely dry skin condition on finger Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate. ❖ Enroll two or more fingers.
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 211 Fingerprint reader limitations ❖ The fingerprint reader compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint. However, there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficiently unique characteristics in their fingerprints. ❖ A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or recognition is not successful within a fixed duration.
Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of the software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix 2 213 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. 3 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with the next step. 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 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. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard. 3 Open Notepad (click Start, All Programs, Accessories and then click Notepad). 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 215 The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens. Verify that the active program accepts text input. Try clicking your mouse on an area where you can type text and try typing again. Your computer may be in Standby 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 Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working If you are running on battery power, it is recommended that you do not leave the computer in Standby mode for long periods of time. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours. For more information see “Charging batteries” on page 113. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is no diskette in the optional external diskette drive.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 217 Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to change your system’s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 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, telephone line conditions, time of day (when everyone else is surfing, your access can be slow) and popularity of the sites you are trying to access. If accessing a particular site is very slow, try later. My browser cannot find the URL address I typed in.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 219 You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click Start, and then click Help and Support. 2 Click the Hardware link in the window’s left pane.
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 221 If you install an older (legacy) device that the operating system cannot recognize, the operating system may have difficulty assigning resources to it. As a result, a hardware conflict can occur. Resolving conflicts There are several things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove it from the computer.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 3 Double-click Computer Management, then click Device Manager. 4 Select the specific device from the device category. To expand a device category, double-click the category. 5 In the toolbar, look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front. This is the disable feature. 6 Click the icon. You are given the option of disabling the device. 7 Click Yes to disable the device or No to cancel.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 223 ❖ The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one device to another. A Troubleshooting button is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot...
6 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 225 The battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer. Turn off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery. See “Removing the battery from the computer” on page 123. The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly. If you think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach room temperature and try again.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 227 Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard. You may have plugged the external keyboard in while the computer was turned on. Click Start, and then select Shut Down or Turn off computer, and Restart the computer using the TouchPad on the internal keyboard. The computer will restart and recognize the device. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. The screen does not look right. You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Properties. This opens the Display Properties dialog box.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 3 Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality. 4 Click OK. 229 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, and not simultaneous mode. Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error-checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and File Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds. To run Error-checking: 1 Click Start, and then click My Computer. 2 Right-click the drive you want to check. 3 On the pop-up menu, click Properties. The drive’s Properties box appears. This feature is not available for CD/DVD drives. NOTE 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now button.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 231 You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software. Consult your network administrator. Some programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs. A diskette will not go into the optional external diskette drive. You may already have a diskette in the drive.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Optical drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. If the optical drive is an external drive, make sure that the drive’s cable is properly connected to the computer. Make sure the tray which holds the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM is closed properly. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the tray and remove the disc. Make sure the tray is clean. Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 233 Some discs run correctly but others do not. Check the type of disc you are using. The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVDROM, DVD-R (read-only), plus CD-ROM, CD-R (readonly), and CD-RW (read-only). If the problem is with a data CD or DVD, refer to the software’s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program’s needs.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards. See “Resolving a hardware conflict” on page 219.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 235 Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click the My Computer icon (using the secondary button), and then click Properties. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3 Click the Hardware tab. 4 Click the Device Manager button. 5 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails. Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card: 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. 2 Select the item you wish to remove. 3 Click Stop. 4 Remove the device when prompted to do so. 5 Click OK three times to close the Safely Remove Hardware screen.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 237 Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray. Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer’s modem port and the telephone line jack. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port. See “Determining the COM port” on page 133.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 239 Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer technician.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ Check Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi adapter is recognized by Windows®, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages— these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. ❖ Verify that the network connection is configured to obtain its Internet Protocol (IP) address dynamically: 1 Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click Network Connections.
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ 241 ❖ Click Start, and then click Run... ❖ Enter Cmd and press Enter. ❖ Enter PING 192.168.1.1 at the command prompt, and press Enter. ❖ If “Request Timed Out” or another error message appears in response, then the problem is probably Wi-Fi-related. If you have enabled any security provisions (closed system, MAC address filtering, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), etc.), check the access point vendor's Web site for recent firmware upgrades.
If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems The Windows® XP wireless management facility does not work. If you are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If it does, the utility may be disabling the Windows® XP wireless management facility, in which case you must use the adapter's management utility.
If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems 5 243 Verify that your computer recognizes your optical drive. To do this: Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop. The optical drive should appear in the list. 6 See “Checking device properties” on page 222 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems 4 Next to the words Desktop Area, move the slider to a lower setting, such as 800 x 600 or 640 x 480. 5 Click OK. DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted. Having Stretch enabled when your video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 can cause distortion. To disable Stretch, follow the instructions below: 1 Right-click the Desktop, select Properties. 2 Select the Settings tab. 3 Select the Advanced Flat Panel tab.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 6 Click None. 7 Click OK. 245 Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently. You can never predict when your computer will lock, forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes. Many software programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See “Computing tips” on page 89 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Get familiar with all the user’s guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchase. Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of selfhelp books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 247 4 In the Restore point description field, enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understood in the future, such as “Before installing Brand X Accounting app.” Then click Create. 5 Windows® creates the Restore Point and automatically stamps it with the current date and time. Then, at a later time, you can re-establish your Windows® configuration using the saved Restore Point.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Backing up your data to CDs with Windows® XP For most of us, by far the most valuable component of our computer system is the data we have created with it, and stored on its hard disk drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it, the next most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your data.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 6 NOTE 249 Drag and drop folders or individual files from this window into the CD window. If the files do not immediately appear in the CD window, press F5 (or click View, Refresh) to prompt Windows® to display them. Documents and other data files that you create as you work are typically stored in the My Documents folder.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Favorites (bookmarks) for Internet Explorer and other Web browsers Follow these steps to back up your Favorites for Internet Explorer (ver 5.0 or newer): 1 In Internet Explorer, click File, Import and Export. 2 The Import/Export Wizard will appear. Click Next. 3 Click Export Favorites, Next. (To restore the Favorites to the hard disk drive later you would select Import Favorites from this list.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 251 General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help insure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, or utility software such as special toolbars for your Web browser). ❖ Create a Restore Point (see “Saving system configuration with Restore Points” on page 246).
❖ If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance Do one installation at a time. If you have several new items to add to your computer system, install just one at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before each successive installation. This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart Windows®.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 253 ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program’s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company’s technical support group for their assistance. ❖ Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and/or program. Your dealer is your best source for current information. Detailed system specifications are available at www.ts.toshiba.
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ❖ Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation media ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices 255 Toshiba’s worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Canada Toshiba Canada Ltd. 191 McNabb Street Markham, Ontario L3R - 8H2 Canada France Toshiba Systèmes (France) S.A. 7, Rue Ampère; B. P.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2UL United Kingdom United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
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 the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Password security Fn + This hot key blanks the display. 257 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.
Hot Keys Password security Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display’s content reappear, if no password is set for the current user. With a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. If you set a blank screen saver, pressing the Fn + F1 key combination to activate instant security will cause the screen to go blank.
Hot Keys Power usage mode 259 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully charged (even if the computer is operating on AC power) your display may reappear automatically after a short time. To protect your desktop, you must set up a screen saver with a password before activating the password feature. To set up a password with a screen saver, go to Windows® online Help for instructions: 1 Click Start, and then click Help and Support.
Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box displays by default to confirm that the computer is entering Standby mode. You can choose not to display this message box. (Sample Image) Sample Standby confirmation box ❖ For more information about Standby mode, please see “Using and configuring Standby mode” on page 83. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.
Hot Keys Hibernation mode 261 Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. (Sample Image) Hibernation confirmation box ❖ If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see “Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page 81. 5.
Hot Keys Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options.
Hot Keys Disabling or enabling wireless devices 263 Disabling or enabling wireless devices (Available on certain models) Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ All disabled—This disables both the Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi modules. ❖ Wi-Fi enabled—This enables just the Wi-Fi module. ❖ Bluetooth enabled—This enables just the Bluetooth module. ❖ All enabled—This enables both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Hot Keys Zooming applications in/out Zooming applications in/out Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoomout. For more information, see “Toshiba Zooming Utility” on page 191. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see “Toshiba Zooming Utility” on page 191. Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off.
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world.
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks. NOTE For more information on using ConfigFree, see the ConfigFree online Help.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started 267 ❖ Profile Settings—The Profiles utility lets you switch between network configurations. For more information, see “Profile Settings” on page 277. ❖ ConfigFree SUMMIT—The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is used to connect with other ConfigFree users for file sharing. For more information, see “ConfigFree SUMMIT” on page 281. ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you can customize by adding identifying text to devices.
NOTE Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an “X.” When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 269 (Sample Image) ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) ❖ Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 271 If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem. A triangle containing an exclamation point also appears on the Connectivity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location. You can also view the possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth® devices currently used in the neighborhood, and displays information about them on a virtual map. To search for wireless devices: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click Search for Wireless Devices. A virtual map appears with a graphical representation of the wireless devices that have been detected.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 273 (Sample Image) Viewing Wi-Fi devices Creating a new wireless connection NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows® XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: 1 Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree Launcher. 2 Drag and drop the device you want to connect to the PC icon at the center of the map. The Wireless Settings screen appears. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Dragging a device to the Access Point (Sample Image) Wireless settings screen 3 NOTE Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection list, the system displays the Connection screen rather than the Wireless settings screen. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 275 Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth® devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless Devices option. Moving the mouse cursor over a device icon displays information about the device. (Sample Image) Viewing Bluetooth® devices You can connect to devices shown on the Bluetooth® map: 1 Drag and drop the device you want to connect to the PC icon at the center of the map.
❖ Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Open the Bluetooth® radar screen, and drag and drop the file directly onto the icon for that Bluetooth® device. (Sample Image) Dragging the file to the Bluetooth® device icon To be prompted for the device: 1 Drag and drop the file to the Bluetooth® radar icon on the ConfigFree Launcher. (Sample Image) Dragging the file to the Bluetooth® radar icon 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 277 Or, right-click the file and select Send to Bluetooth Devices. (Sample Image) Selecting Send to Bluetooth® Devices option 2 Choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send. NOTE During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the selected device will occur automatically. Disconnecting from a Bluetooth® device To disconnect from a Bluetooth® device: 1 Place the cursor on top of the connected line.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If you visit a client company occasionally, for example, you can set up a profile to match that environment and connect to the network. Similarly, users who access networks in the office and at home can set up profiles to handle these networking environments. A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer, as well as information about any network devices.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 279 4 Select Capture and click OK. The Add Profile screen appears. 5 Enter the name of the profile you want to create. 6 Enter any optional comments, if desired. 7 Click Change Icon and select an icon for this profile. 8 Click the icon at the bottom of the screen to display more capture options. 9 Under Captured Items, select the items you want to capture for this profile.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online Help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune them as necessary. Profiles can also be imported and exported. This feature is useful when transferring profile settings to other computers.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 281 ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is a convenient way to share files with other users and to transfer files between your computers at home and at work. This utility is faster and more dependable than sending the files via email. Use this utility, which handles files regardless of size, to distribute presentations, reports, or music files to meeting attendees or to users at different locations.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities When a user joins the SUMMIT, their icon appears on the SUMMIT table. (Sample Image) Users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users attending the meeting. ❖ To share a file with one user, drag and drop the file on the user’s icon. NOTE Only the SUMMIT Host (the initiator) can share files with multiple users by this method.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 283 (Sample Image) Sharing a file with one user ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as desired. NOTE If you are the Host of the summit, and drag a file to the center of the SUMMIT table, it will automatically be sent to all SUMMIT users who can then accept or decline the file as desired. (Sample Image) Sharing a file with all users 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Participating users must be connected by LAN, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth® (PAN). Firewall software may prevent ConfigFree SUMMIT from working. NOTE Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. SUMMIT can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher. NOTE 3 Select the appropriate users and invite them to the SUMMIT meeting.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 2 Right-click the file and choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send. 285 An Access Point may not always be available. To find out how to use Quick Connect to launch ConfigFree Summit, see “Direct Link Toshiba Device” on page 287. Quick Connect The Quick Connect feature includes two options: ❖ Toshiba Wireless Projector. Switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector ❖ Direct Link Toshiba Device.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: 1 Click the 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Settings. The Quick Connect properties dialog box appears. 3 Complete the settings. Refer to the online Help if necessary. 4 Click OK. NOTE icon in the system tray.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 287 The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that were last used before the Quick Connect function was started: ❖ If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed. ❖ If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ) from the ConfigFree tray menu (this disconnects the wireless LAN connection). ❖ If you select a profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or when you disable a wireless device. ❖ If you close ConfigFree.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on. This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically switch from the network configuration you use in your office to the one you use at home. The Auto Switch feature contains options for automatically switching between wired and wireless devices.
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature 289 To use the Semi-Automatic Switch feature: 1 Right-click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click Auto Switch. The Auto Switch dialog box appears. 3 Select the Auto Switch (SSID) tab. 4 Select the profile to be automatically selected when the SSID is detected, then click Add. The profile is moved to the List of target SSIDs and profiles. 5 Repeat the previous step for each additional profile you want to select.
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user’s guide.
Glossary DMA direct memory access DIMM dual inline memory module DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic DVD digital versatile (or video) disc 291 DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Ele
Glossary RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference ROM read-only memory RTC real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial bus URL uniform resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user’s guide.
Glossary 293 application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also program. B backup — A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged. basic input/output system (BIOS) — See BIOS. baud rate — The speed at which a communication device, such as a printer or modem, transmits information.
C Glossary cache — A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main memory. See also CPU cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. 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.
Glossary 295 controller — A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. CPU — See central processing unit (CPU). CPU cache — A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache.
Glossary disk — A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive — The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read/write heads.
Glossary 297 DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) — A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs. Compare CD-ROM. E emulation — A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program. enable — To turn on a computer option. See also disable. executable file — A computer program that is ready to run. Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files.
Glossary frontside bus — The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer’s main memory. Also called “system bus.” See also bus. function keys — The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard. Their function is determined by the operating system and/or individual programs. G ground — A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are connected.
Glossary 299 interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. internal device — See device. Internet — The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web.
M Glossary memory — Typically refers to the computer’s main memory, where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed. Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily, such as RAM, or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently, such as ROM. A computer’s main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM. microprocessor — See central processing unit (CPU). MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) — A standard for connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, and computers.
Glossary O 301 online — Available through the computer. Online may refer to information being read from your own computer’s hard disk, such as online documentation or online Help, or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet. operating system — A set of programs that controls how the computer works. Examples of operating systems are the Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition and Windows® XP Home operating systems. P palette — See color palette.
Glossary program — A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See also operating system, application, utility. properties — The attributes of an object or device. For example, the properties of a file include the file’s type, size, and creation date. R RAM (random access memory) — Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read.
Glossary 303 serial — Processes that occur one at a time. In communications, it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel. On your computer, the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device. Compare parallel. shortcut — See keyboard shortcut. software — See program. Compare hardware.
Glossary utility — A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. W V Web — See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi — A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components.
Index Numerics 101-key keyboard 91 A AC adaptor 47 AC power connecting adaptor 49 accessories docking solutions 155 memory 54 adding memory 54 adjusting recording quality 144 Alt keys 92 audio .
Index charging the battery 51 checking device properties 222 cleaning the computer 87 click 68 communications network connection 136 system resources 220 compact disc positioning 104 compact discs handling 105 inserting 103 removing 108 computer non-system disk or disk error message 216 not accessing disk drives 215 running on battery power 110 setting up 44 warning resume failure message 215 computing tips 89 connecting to a power source 47 connection set up 136 control buttons 68 critical applicatio
Index operation 213 warning resume failure 215 Error-checking 230 Ethernet LAN port 137 expansion capability 155 exploring the desktop 130 external monitor not working 229 mouse 72 external diskette drive connecting 75 external display, adjusting 72 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 230 FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information” 3 FCC requirements 4 file extensions 99 file, backing up 90 files backing up 100 printing 99 restoring 101 saving 97 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 198 FN keys 92 Fn-esse
Index connecting to 140 features 141 slow connection 218 surfing 140 uploading and downloading files 142 URL address not found 218 Internet Explorer icon 131 Internet Service Providers 139 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 220 ISPs 139 J jack RJ-11 135 K key changing 176 removing 176 key assignment viewing existing 175 key assignments changing or removing existing 176 keyboard character keys 91 function keys 92 hot keys 263, 264 not working 215 overlay keys 93 troubleshooting 226 Windows special keys 93 keybo
Index disabling a user 165 supervisor set up 166 types 164 passwords instant, using 164 setting 164 PC Card checklist 234 CIS (Card Information Structure) 234 computer stops working 235 configuring 152 errors 236 hot swapping fails 236 inserting 151 modem default 133 not recognized 236 problem solving 233, 235 removing 151 setting up 152 Plug and Play 220 port COM 133 Ethernet LAN 137 RGB 70 power cable connectors 265 computer will not start 214 connecting cable to AC adaptor 49 energy-saving features 110
Index disk 229 modem not receiving or transmitting 238 no sound 233 non-system disk or disk error 216, 231 PC Card 233 checklist 234 error occurs 236 hot swapping fails 236 not recognized 236 slot appears dead 235 power and batteries 224 printer 237 program not responding 212 program not working properly 231 screen does not look right/flickers 228 Startup options 217 system resources 220 URL address not found 218 warning resume failure 215 Windows will not start 215 Windows XP not working 216 program,
Index starting up the computer from Shut down 81 from Standby 84 Startup menu problem solving 217 stored data protection 2 supervisor password, deleting 167 supervisor password, set up 166 system tray 132 T Tablet and Pen Settings 185 tablet mode using 85, 145 tablet pen using 85, 149 taskbar 132 television adjusting display 72 Toshiba registering computer 46 worldwide offices 255 Toshiba Assist 157 Toshiba Button Controls 193 Toshiba Hardware Setup 183, 188 Toshiba online resources 109 Toshiba Rotation U
