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Part II: Technical Reference

If Something Goes Wrong

Problems when you turn on the computer

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Your program performs an illegal operation.

If you receive the message, “

Your program has performed an illegal

operation

”

you should record the details of the message and

consult the software manufacturer.

To record the details:

Click the Details button and select the text
Windows Millennium Edition displays.

The Details button displays information that the
software manufacturer needs to help you solve your
problem.

Press

Ctrl

and

simultaneously to copy the text to the

clipboard.

Open Notepad (click Start, point to Programs, then
point to Accessories and click Notepad).

Press

Ctrl

and

simultaneously to paste the details into

Notepad.

Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing
what you were doing when you received the message.

Save the file and refer to it when you contact the
software manufacturer.

Problems when you turn on the computer

These problems may occur when you turn on the power.

The computer will not start.

Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable
properly or installed a charged battery.

Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds.

Summary of Contents for 2800-S201

Page 1: ...screen To print specify a range of pages in the Acrobat Print dialog box or specify noncontiguous pages or a particular page before opening the dialog box Click the Print button or choose File Print For more information select Help Reader Guide from the Adobe Acrobat window choose freedom User sGuide Satellite 2800 2805Series If you need assistance www pcsupport toshiba com InTouchsm Center Callin...

Page 2: ... or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer O...

Page 3: ...t conformé à la norme NMB 003 du Canada FCC Requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47 Part 68 and refers to internal modems Installation When you are ready to install or use the modem call your local telephone company and give them the following information The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem The FCC registration number of the modem The ringe...

Page 4: ...r the operation of your equipment the telephone company will give you notice in writing to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service If Problems Arise If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly you should immediately remove it from your telephone line as it may cause harm to the telephone network If the telephone company notes a problem they may te...

Page 5: ...fies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permi...

Page 6: ...llowed 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 CD ROM DVD ROM Safety Instructions The CD ROM DVD ROM drive...

Page 7: ...prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures otherthan those specified in the owner s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure 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 w...

Page 8: ...ES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ...

Page 9: ...Outlook Microsoft Press DirectSound Direct3DSound DirectShow DirectMusic and DirectX are registered trademarks and Active Desktop is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation SoundBlaster is a registered trademark of Creative Technology Ltd Intel Celeron and Pentium are registered trademarks and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation WorldNet is a registered trademark of AT T Inc Yahoo and My Ya...

Page 10: ...ny you wherever you go Your Satellite computer s operating system is Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition which offers exciting new features enhanced home networking and easy Internet access This guide This guide introduces the computer s features You can Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and stop when a topic interests you Use the table of contents and the index to find spe...

Page 11: ...y cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk and the icons highlight these instructions as follows DANGER This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed WARNING This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not obse...

Page 12: ...g documentation in addition to this user s guide An electronic version of the user s guide Look for the user s guide icon on your desktop or install it from your Configuration Builder CD provided with your computer Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer and for additional programs on your Configuration Builder CD The Toshiba Accessories Catalog which lists accessorie...

Page 13: ...ll line of service options built around its SelectServ warranty programs See the warranty and service material included with your computer for registration information If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something Goes Wrong on page 199 ...

Page 14: ...art I This part explains the components of your Satellite computer and how to use them Many details and technical information can be found in Part III Do not hesitate to skip around Guides such as this one are not meant to be read from cover to cover ...

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Page 16: ... to locate specific parts of the computer Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you received everything If any items are missing or damaged notify your dealer immediately For additional help see If you need further assistance on page 240 ...

Page 17: ...play panel closed and locked To open the display panel press the display latch and raise the panel Back The DC IN jack is where you plug in the AC adapter Display latch Bass speakers DC IN jack PS 2 port USB ports Parallel port Cooling vents Modem port Monitor port DC IN jack PS 2 port USB ports Parallel port Cooling vents Modem port LAN port Monitor port ...

Page 18: ...e a single standard for cabling and connectors The USB standard allows hot swapping of peripherals The cooling vents prevent the computer s central processing unit CPU from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed CAUTION To prevent possible overheating of the CPU make sure you don t block the cooling vents The modem port lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem...

Page 19: ...speakers The 3 5 mm microphone jack lets you connect an external monaural microphone or other audio input device The 3 5 mm video audio out jack allows you to play DVD audio and video on a projector or TV that accepts audio video inputs The DVD ROM drive enables you to play high resolution full screen videos at up to 30 frames per second You can also use it to install and run programs from applica...

Page 20: ...attach an optional PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable to your computer to secure it to a large heavy object such as your desk The PC Card lock holds the PC Cards in place once they are installed The two stacked PC Card slots support up to two Type I or Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card See Using PC Cards on page 170 for more information Diskette drive PC Card slots PC Card eject buttons PC...

Page 21: ...attempts at restarting the computer have failed CAUTION Never use a pencil to press the Reset button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it Instead use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip The diskette drive release button opens the diskette drive The diskette drive allows you to use either high density or double density 3 5 inch diskettes For more information see U...

Page 22: ...ttons on page 26 The lights on the keyboard indicator panel provide information about various keyboard functions For details see Keyboard indicator panel on page 24 The CD DVD Media Player switch sets the computer to turn on the CD DVD player automatically if there is a disc in the DVD ROM drive when the computer is turned off or to power up and launch Windows Media Player Screen Internet button K...

Page 23: ...I pointing device on page 46 The front panel provides a palm rest to assist you in maintaining proper posture while using the computer The 85 key keyboard provides all the functionality of a full size keyboard For more information see Using the keyboard on page 60 The AccuPoint II pointing device combines the function of a mouse with the convenience of never having to remove your hands from the ke...

Page 24: ... when the cursor control overlay is on When this light is on pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the white arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on When this light is on pressing an overlay key types the white number printed on the front of the key instead of...

Page 25: ...en when the battery is fully charged It glows amber while the battery is being charged It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is completely discharged The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is being accessed The disk activity light flashes green when the diskette drive or the DVD ROM drive is being accessed CAUTION Never turn off ...

Page 26: ...tton returns to the preceding track on the disc The play pause button starts playing the disc or pauses the disc if it is currently playing The stop button stops a disc that is currently playing Press the button again to eject the disc The next track button skips to the following track on the disc The bass button turns the subwoofer speaker on and off Bass button Previous track Play pause Stop eje...

Page 27: ...ch DVD Express For DVDs you must open the display panel in order to view the video If there is a music CD in the drive when the CD DVD Media Player switch is moved to the left side CD DVD the sound system starts and the CD plays You can play audio CDs with the display open or closed and the computer turned on or off If the CD DVD Media Player switch is moved to the right side Media Player the syst...

Page 28: ...cts the battery For information about replacing the battery see Changing the main battery on page 101 The battery cover latch which is the entire molded panel in front of the battery cover secures the battery cover to the computer preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case The modem LAN cover protects the PCI Card which facilitates either a modem connection or both a modem and a L...

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Page 30: ...ace to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface which is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation and prevent overheating ...

Page 31: ...tereo 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 Operate the computer within a temperature range of 41 degrees to 95 degrees F and 20 percent to 80 percent non condensing humidity Keeping yourself comfortable Strain ...

Page 32: ...een without slouching If you are using an external monitor the top of the display should be no higher than eye level If you use a paper holder set it at about the same height and distance as the screen Seating and posture When using your computer maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain Some people fi...

Page 33: ...ghs Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine If necessary use a cushion to provide extra back support Lower back support cushions are available at many office supply stores Sit with your back straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Do not slump forward or lean back too far Lighting Proper lighting can impr...

Page 34: ...s The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your working day Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency Take frequent breaks to change position stretch your muscles and relieve your eyes A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after ...

Page 35: ...o malfunction Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use If two cards are installed both can become hot even if only one is being used Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable high capacity battery that needs to be charge...

Page 36: ...odule in your computer s expansion memory slot located on the bottom of your computer You need a small Phillips screwdriver to install a memory module If you are adding memory after you have started to use the computer begin at step 1 otherwise skip to step 2 1 If the computer is on click Start Shut Down select Shut down then click OK Windows Millennium Edition turns off the computer 2 Unplug and ...

Page 37: ...at you can retrieve them later CAUTION Static electricity can damage the memory module Before you handle the module touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up To avoid damaging the memory module be careful not to touch its gold connector bar on the side you insert into the computer 6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging 7 Holding the ...

Page 38: ...g the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems 9 Replace the memory slot cover 10 Replace the screws and tighten them 11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed When you turn on your computer it automatically recognizes the additional memory If the computer does not recognize the memory shut down the co...

Page 39: ... device A USB mouse disables the AccuPoint II pointing device With a PS 2 mouse you can choose to have the AccuPoint II pointing device active at the same time Connecting a USB mouse To connect a USB mouse plug the mouse cable into one of the USB ports Connecting a PS 2 mouse CAUTION The computer must be turned off Connecting a PS 2 mouse with the computer s power on may damage the mouse the compu...

Page 40: ...r you need to know whether it uses a serial or a parallel interface Check the printer s documentation If the printer can be switched between serial and parallel mode choose parallel because it is faster You also need a suitable printer cable which may come with your printer Otherwise you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store NOTE If your printer is ECP or IEEE compliant make sure y...

Page 41: ... Setting up a printer on page 49 Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer s batteries The AC power light on the computer glows when the device is plugged in Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter Power cable ...

Page 42: ...y forcibly bend place heavy objects on top of or apply heat to the power cable If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats discontinue use There is a risk of electric shock Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands Doing so may cause an electric shock CAUTION Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such case...

Page 43: ...computer is connected to a power outlet you can charge the battery with the computer turned off or on When the computer is turned off the battery charges in two to three hours When the computer is turned on the battery charges in four to ten hours if the computer is not consuming full power For more information on battery use see Running the computer on battery power on page 94 CAUTION Once the ba...

Page 44: ...g the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Press the display latch and lift the display panel Opening the display panel CAUTION To avoid damaging the display panel don t force it beyond the point where it moves easily Never lift or move the computer using the display panel Push Lift ...

Page 45: ...on the printer and wait until the printer indicates that it is ready on line 3 Turn on the computer by pressing the power button located on the top of the keyboard Pressing the power button NOTE When you turn on the computer for the first time don t turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely The AC power light glows when the computer is connected to an external power...

Page 46: ... in use CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any of the drives are in use Using the AccuPoint II pointing device The round button in the middle of the keyboard is the AccuPoint II pointing device It enables you to move the cursor and to select items on the screen If you would rather use a mouse or trackball you can connect one to the computer s USB port or PS 2 port See Connecting a mouse on ...

Page 47: ...ction of the secondary button depends on the program you are using It usually corresponds to the right mouse button Check your program s documentation to find whether it uses the right mouse button Press the up or down scroll buttons to scroll through the document you are viewing Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer Windows Millennium Edition guides you through several...

Page 48: ...E To perform online operations your computer s modem must be connected to a voice grade telephone line or you must be connected to a local area network Warranty Extensions and Upgrades Provides important information from Microsoft Internet Access Guides you through signing up for a new Internet account with AT T WorldNet Service or assists you in setting up your computer to work with your existing...

Page 49: ...l the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual or by using the Windows Millennium Edition Add Printer Wizard If you plan to set up a printer later click Cancel Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard 1 Click the Start button the...

Page 50: ...Next The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer TECHNICAL NOTE If your printer is Plug and Play Windows Millennium Edition recognizes it automatically You can ignore the remainder of this section See your printer manual 4 If the printer you are setting up Is not connected to a network select Local printer Is connected to a network select Network printer 5 Click Next ...

Page 51: ...r printer HINT If you are using more than one printer make sure the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference 9 To set up the printer to be The default printer for Windows Millennium Edition click Yes Available when specifically requested click No 10 Click Next Windows Millennium Edition prompts you to print a test page 11 If your printer is connected and turned on click Finish to...

Page 52: ...then click Control Panel 2 Double click Toshiba HWSetup then select the Pointing Devices tab 3 Under Pointing Devices select Simultaneous This option configures both the AccuPoint II pointing device and the PS 2 mouse to work at the same time You must restart the computer for the setting to take effect TECHNICAL NOTE The system cannot detect a PS 2 mouse if you connect it after you start the compu...

Page 53: ...t everything is in place the next time you turn on the computer To shut down Windows Millennium Edition and turn off your computer 1 Click Start then click Shut Down Windows Millennium Edition displays the Shut Down Windows dialog box Shut Down Windows dialog box 2 Select Shut down then click OK Windows Millennium Edition displays a message that it is shutting down and turns off the computer For o...

Page 54: ... s battery see Running the computer on battery power on page 94 Cleaning the computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products CAUTION Keep liquid including cleaning fluid out of the computer s keyboard speaker grille and other openings Never spray cleaner dire...

Page 55: ...se from your Toshiba dealer or through the Toshiba Accessories Catalog Other precautions Do not spill liquids into the computer s keyboard If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard turn off the computer immediately Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again Never turn off the computer if a disk activity light indicates that a drive is being accesse...

Page 56: ... a computer virus Your computer comes with a virus scan program 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 PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable To secure the computer 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object Make sure there is no way for...

Page 57: ...g Started Caring for your computer 57 3 Insert the cable s locking end into the security lock slot located on the left side of the computer then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it The computer is now securely locked Locking the computer ...

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Page 59: ...y memory until you save it to the disk You will lose all the work done since you last saved if for example a system error occurs and you must restart your computer or your battery runs out of charge while you are working HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals See your software documentation for detai...

Page 60: ...Maintenance Wizard regularly to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level Consult your Windows Millennium Edition documentation for more information on these and other utilities Before turning off the computer always use the Shut down command unless you want to use Standby or Hibernation mode as described in Turning off the computer on page 84 CAUTION Windows Millenni...

Page 61: ...e number 1 are not interchangeable The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case the number and symbol keys are not affected The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key Ctrl Fn and Alt keys Ctrl Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl Fn and Alt keys do different things depending ...

Page 62: ... press them Used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons run specific functions on the computer Windows special keys Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows Millennium Edition The Windows logo key opens the Start menu The Application key has the same function as the secondary button of the AccuPoint II pointing device or the...

Page 63: ...de light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on To do so For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters Esc Prt Sc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 Sys Req Pause F11 F12 Break Home Pg...

Page 64: ...rlay press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor control overla...

Page 65: ... Use the Run dialog box The Windows Millennium Edition tutorial chapter gives step by step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu Explorer and Run dialog box See Lesson 6 Starting programs on page 126 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette This is one of the most important rules of computing NOTE Save your data even wh...

Page 66: ...nformation on how to name a file see Windows Millennium Edition file system on page 115 Printing your work Verify that Windows Millennium Edition is set up for your printer as described in Setting up a printer on page 49 TECHNICAL NOTE You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it If you use more than one printer or are changing printers you will need to set up Windows Millenni...

Page 67: ...ystem indicator panel is easier to see while you are working Inserting and removing diskettes 1 Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface points toward the drive 2 Push the diskette gently into the drive slot on the left side of the computer When the diskette is in place the eject button pops out To release a diskette from the drive push the eject button CAUTION Never press the ejec...

Page 68: ...ading the data stored on a diskette Never twist or bend a diskette Keep diskettes at room temperature and avoid exposing them to direct sunlight Otherwise data may be lost Never place heavy objects on your diskettes Never eat smoke or use erasers near your diskettes Foreign particles can damage the diskette s surface Keep your diskettes away from sources of magnetism such as speakers and radios si...

Page 69: ...k the drive that contains the file you want to copy 4 Double click the folder that contains the file then click the file you want to copy HINT You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one file 5 Click File then click Send To 6 Click the icon for the diskette drive 3 1 2 floppy A HINT You can also back up a file to a diskette by clicking the file or files you want to backup with the s...

Page 70: ...ound multiple camera angles and interactive menus The computer can play high resolution video at up to 30 frames per second You use CD ROMs to load and run software and to access reference material such as catalogs A special feature allows you to play audio CDs even when the computer is turned off and the display panel is closed Drive components and control buttons The DVD ROM drive is on the righ...

Page 71: ...e manual eject button allows you to manually open the disc tray when power to the computer and the drive is off To open the disc tray manually insert a straightened paper clip or other narrow object through the manual eject button s access hole The vent located at the lower right hand side of the drive cools the DVD ROM drive s internal mechanisms Do not block this vent HINT When the computer is o...

Page 72: ...er switch to the CD DVD side the left the system will power up and launch DVD Express If there is a music CD in the drive when you slide the CD DVD Media Player switch to the CD DVD side the left the sound system will start and play the music CD To turn off the music CD player slide the switch to the left and hold it for 2 seconds Sliding the CD DVD Media Player switch to the right side turns on t...

Page 73: ...to the following track on the disc The bass button turns the subwoofer speakers on and off Inserting a disc WARNING Before playing an audio CD turn the volume down Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your ears To turn the volume down use the Volume Control dial or access the Volume Control program click Start Programs Accessories Entertainment Volume Control 1 If the computer i...

Page 74: ... disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust CAUTION Handle discs carefully Do not touch the surface of the disc Grasp it by its center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could lose data 4 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facin...

Page 75: ...or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the center spindle until it locks into place Positioning the disc on the spindle CAUTION Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle If you position the disc incorrectly it can jam the disc tray Disc Spindle Correct position Incorrect position Incorrect position ...

Page 76: ... control buttons on the top of the computer Slide the CD DVD Media Player switch to the left to turn on the CD DVD player then press the play pause button twice The CD will begin to play If the computer is turned on Windows Media Player opens and the CD begins to play You can use either the CD control buttons or the Windows Media Player program to control the CD To access the Windows Media Player ...

Page 77: ... Playing a DVD A DVD automatically starts playing when you insert it and close the disc tray When you play a DVD a Mediamatics DVD Player dialog box may advise you that video and audio playback performance is dependent upon processor speed MHz and system configuration Video and audio playback performance warning The CD DVD control buttons on the top of the computer do not work with DVDs if the com...

Page 78: ... DVDExpress functions and features For a detailed description of these features see Status display window on page 190 NOTE DVDExpress does not support audio compact disc formats Use CD Player instead Playing specific DVD files 1 On the DVDExpress control panel click the Open File button The Open file dialog box appears allowing you to select the desired file by browsing 2 Locate then double click ...

Page 79: ...con It does not store the CD s content To view the contents of an audio CD 1 Place the disc in the DVD ROM drive 2 Click Start then point to Programs 3 Locate the folder that contains the compact disc icon and title 4 Click the icon If you click the icon without having the compact disc in the drive Windows prompts you to insert the disc Removing a disc with the computer on CAUTION Never press the ...

Page 80: ...paper clip into the manual eject button access hole CAUTION Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it 2 Pull the tray fully open remove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Push the tray in to close the drive Caring for CDs and DVDs Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep ...

Page 81: ...The Satellite 2800 2805 Series computers come with a built in V 90 56K fax modem and a built in 10 100 Ethernet LAN connection To use the modem you must connect it to a standard voice grade RJ11 telephone line TECHNICAL NOTE Disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem Call Waiting interrupts data transmission 1 Attach one end of a standard RJ11 telephone cable to the modem port Conne...

Page 82: ...on about connecting to the LAN or WAN consult your network administrator To use a dial up connection have your network administrator configure your computer for the network and supply you with the telephone number for the dial up connection To set up the network connection use the Dial Up Networking Wizard 1 Click Start and point to Programs 2 Point to Accessories then to Communications and click ...

Page 83: ...For the simplest of connections you can use a terminal emulator program such as Microsoft s HyperTerminal Connecting to America Online requires a specialized communications program supplied by AOL to you at no charge To connect to the Internet you need a Web browser such as Microsoft s Internet Explorer To connect your computer to a network you need either A network card to connect to the network ...

Page 84: ...power is used while the computer is shut down This is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time Restarting from Shut down uses the most time and battery power When starting up again the system does not automatically open programs and files you were previously using Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a power saving mode Standby holds...

Page 85: ...er down completely but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information the system settings are retained indefinitely Restoring information from the hard drive takes longer than restoring it from memory When you start up again the computer runs a self test loads the operating system and then returns to...

Page 86: ... lights are off If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again Using Shut down To power down the computer using the Shut down command click Start Shut Down select Shut down from the drop down menu then click OK The computer shuts down completely Shutting down more quickly You can also shut down the computer by pressing the p...

Page 87: ...the lid Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut down when you close the display panel 6 Click Override all Modes with settings here 7 In the Set to range dialog box do one of the following Click DC only for the settings to apply only when you are using battery power Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power 8 Click OK 9 Click OK again the...

Page 88: ...losing the display panel To use any of these methods you first need to enable them in Toshiba s Power Saver utility 1 Open the Start menu point to Settings then click Control Panel 2 In the Control Panel window double click the Power Saver icon If the Toshiba Power Saver icon is not present click View all control panel options on the left side of the panel 3 In the Running on batteries area click ...

Page 89: ...formation about the Power Saver utility see Power Saver on page 187 Starting again from Standby To start the computer from Standby mode press the power button until the on off light changes to green The computer returns to the screen you were using If you put the computer in Standby mode by closing the display panel you can start again by opening the display panel Using Hibernation mode To power d...

Page 90: ...el options on the left side of the panel 3 In the Running on batteries area click the Details button then select the System Power Mode tab 4 Select Hibernation for the options you want When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernation for the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernation for the computer to go in...

Page 91: ...the Power Saver utility see Power Saver on page 187 Starting again from Hibernation mode To start the computer from Hibernation mode press the power button until the on off light turns green The computer returns to the screen you were using If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel ...

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Page 93: ...guidelines for energy efficiency Your computer enters a low power standby mode when it is not being used thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency Many of these energy saving features have been set by Toshiba We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy effic...

Page 94: ...d a lot of time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source you may want to carry additional charged batteries with you You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working Battery safety precautions Never try to disassemble a battery Never overcharge or reverse charge a battery Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could destroy it causing the ...

Page 95: ...r a long period of time remove the battery Alternate between batteries if you have a spare Make sure your computer is turned off or in Hibernation mode when you are replacing the battery Store spare batteries in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Charging batteries The main battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer You can charge the battery using your computer o...

Page 96: ...uming full power The battery may not start charging immediately if The battery is extremely hot or cold To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity wait until it reaches room temperature 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit 10 to 26 degrees Celsius The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes HINT Once a battery ...

Page 97: ...f the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged a warning prompts you to reset the real time clock The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored If the power is on it tak...

Page 98: ...er icon 3 Choose the Power Save Modes tab then under the Running on Batteries section click Details 4 Click the Power Save Mode tab The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of the battery The value displays as a percentage of remaining battery charge TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures Check your remaining ...

Page 99: ...hether you use any optional devices to which the battery supplies power Where you are working since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba s power saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to recharge the battery Toshiba has combined these options into three preset power usage modes Long Life Normal High Power To change th...

Page 100: ...ou were so when you turn on the power again you can continue where you left off The computer stores the information on what you were doing until the battery runs out of power 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 Setting alarms Your computer can be configured to warn you when the batter...

Page 101: ...ick the Alarm tab and set the alarm as desired Changing the main battery When your battery has run out of power you have two options plug in the computer or install a fresh battery CAUTION When handling a battery be careful not to drop it or short circuit its terminals Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work 2 Shut down the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the ...

Page 102: ...lease latch as shown then slide the latch towards the front of the computer Sliding the battery out 6 Slide the battery toward the right side of the computer until it is free then lift the discharged battery and the battery cover away from the computer WARNING If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to handle it and discard it immediately following the advice in D...

Page 103: ...d battery 1 Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection 2 Place the charged battery into the battery cover so that the label is against the inside of the battery cover and the side terminals face away from the battery release latch 3 Press the battery cover latches inward 4 Position the battery and cover so that the battery latch is about 3 4 in...

Page 104: ...5 Move the battery release latch back to its locked position Inserting the battery CAUTION Failure to lock the battery cover can result in the battery falling out of the computer case 6 Turn the computer right side up 7 Reconnect any cables you removed 8 Turn on the computer Push Slide ...

Page 105: ... damaged CAUTION The computer s main battery is a lithium ion Li ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible it may be illegal Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba The materials that came with your computer may include an i...

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Page 107: ... you have used a Windows operating system or not the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will more than offset the short amount of time spent going through these lessons As you explore Windows Millennium Edition more deeply you will often discover alternative ways of accomplishing a particular task For more detailed information on your operating system refer to the Microsoft Windo...

Page 108: ...y different from the screens displayed by your system However the differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system Finding your way around the desktop Your computer s desktop includes several standard features icons Start button shortcut tray taskbar system tray and the desktop background pattern Toshiba has enhanced the standard desktop with these...

Page 109: ...sktop any folder file or program by dragging the elements icon from its location in a window to the desktop area The icons initially displayed on your Windows Millennium Edition desktop include My Documents Provides a convenient place to store documents graphics or other files you want to access quickly My Computer Shows the file system for your computer and the network if any Icons Start button S...

Page 110: ...rnet Toshiba VirtualTech A Toshiba utility to help answer technical questions and troubleshoot system problems For more information about VirtualTech see Using VirtualTech on page 239 Toshiba Software Offer A service provided by Toshiba that offers additional software to you Toshiba Owner Privileges Receive free offers and discounts productivity solutions and a personalized Satellite experience NO...

Page 111: ... Active Menu When you click one of the Active Menu topics a menu appears listing several choices Click an item on the menu to activate that feature Sample support menu items Many items on the Toshiba Active Menu require Internet access If you select one of these items you will be prompted to connect to the Internet if necessary The Toshiba Active Menu also allows you to launch several games and su...

Page 112: ...after setting up your computer The To Do List includes signing up for free Internet access registering your computer learning how to use the Toshiba Active Menu and familiarizing yourself with the Online user s guide You can check off each task as you complete it Start button You use the Start button to Start programs Access Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition update information Open recently acc...

Page 113: ... button associated with that program appears on the taskbar With some programs a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows To make a program or window the active one click the associated button System tray The system tray displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background T...

Page 114: ... Menu and To Do List 1 Click the Toshiba Active Menu s Desktop Options 2 Select Change Background Image and choose the background you want to display on the desktop To change the background and remove the Toshiba Active Menu and To Do List 1 Click Start point to Settings click Control Panel and then double click Display 2 Select the Background tab and choose the background you want to display on t...

Page 115: ... your computer on a storage device such as a disk drive You can think of your computer storage system in terms of office equipment You have a file cabinet device that contains folders and each folder may contain documents Your office may have more than one file cabinet just as your computer may have more than one disk drive Computers can be connected together to form a network so that programs doc...

Page 116: ...n then click the primary button the larger one to open the Start menu NOTE In this guide the term click refers to the primary button which is the larger one Instructions requiring the secondary button specifically mention that button For example click the secondary button 2 Click an empty area of the desktop to close the Start menu 3 With the pointer in an empty area of the desktop click the secon...

Page 117: ...known as double clicking The My Computer window opens Sample Desktop with the My Computer window open 6 Now click the Close button in the upper right corner of this window The My Computer window closes 7 Click an empty area of the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and while holding down the primary button drag the pointer to the right edge of the desktop then release the primary button This proc...

Page 118: ...he AccuPoint II pointing device 118 The taskbar moves from the bottom to the right edge of the desktop Sample Desktop with the taskbar on the right HINT You can move the taskbar to any of the desktop s four edges 8 Click the taskbar once again and drag it back to the bottom of the desktop Taskbar ...

Page 119: ...w to access a Web page from a window and from the taskbar The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider ISP Exploring the Web Tutorial Microsoft s Web Tutorial can answer a lot of questions about the Internet 1 Click on the Connect to the Internet icon on your desktop The Internet Connection Wizard appears 2 Follow the Wizard s steps to connect 3 In Internet Explorer cli...

Page 120: ...ntent on the Web Tutorial may be different from the content in this illustration The information on Web pages is dynamic and can be changed at any time The Browser controls provide various navigation features The Internet address also called a Universal Resource Locator URL is a line of information telling the browser where to look for a specific Web page The large window contains the Web page its...

Page 121: ... a window The most common way to open a Web page is by typing a Web address in the address line of the Web browser itself But you can also type a Web address in the My Computer window 1 On the desktop double click My Computer The My Computer window appears 2 On the View menu point to Toolbars then click Address Bar Windows Millennium Edition displays the address bar It indicates that you are point...

Page 122: ...ning about the Internet 122 3 In the address bar type http toshiba my yahoo com and then press Enter If you are connected to the Internet the Toshiba My Yahoo Web site appears Sample Toshiba My Yahoo Web site HINT You can customize your My Yahoo Headlines to see only the news of interest to you ...

Page 123: ...lick the secondary button Windows Millennium Edition displays a shortcut menu of commands applicable to the desktop 2 Click New then click Text Document Windows Millennium Edition creates an icon on the desktop called New Text Document with the icon name highlighted 3 To give your document a meaningful name type My New Doc txt and press Enter 4 Double click the My New Doc icon Windows Millennium E...

Page 124: ...w Doc Notepad the name may be too long to fit into the taskbar space but if you point to the name Windows Millennium Edition displays the complete name By displaying buttons like this one the taskbar helps you keep track of the programs and files you currently have open To learn more about Notepad click Start then click Help or open the Help menu by pressing F1 For now leave Notepad open and go on...

Page 125: ...ther folders in folders In this lesson you will create a folder in which to store your new document 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop then click the secondary button Windows Millennium Edition displays the desktop shortcut menu 2 Click New then click Folder Windows Millennium Edition creates an icon on the desktop called New Folder with the icon name highlighted 3 Type a name for ...

Page 126: ...lder 6 To see your document double click the folder icon A window opens and displays the contents of the folder 7 Close the window by clicking its Close button and continue with the next lesson to learn how to start programs Lesson 6 Starting programs Usually you will know which program you want to use for a particular task This lesson teaches you how to start programs using two of the programs th...

Page 127: ...ows Millennium Edition Lesson 6 Starting programs 127 2 Point to Accessories then click Paint Windows Millennium Edition opens Paint a basic drawing program Sample Paint program open on the desktop 3 To open the second program click Start then click Programs ...

Page 128: ... in a particular folder on the computer s hard disk Sample Windows Explorer open on the desktop Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it one for Paint and one for Windows Explorer 5 Click the Paint button on the taskbar Windows Millennium Edition displays the Paint program Windows Millennium Edition places the active window on top of other windows on the desktop unless you have selected a diff...

Page 129: ...ral program windows Fortunately it is easy to create order out of this chaos You can resize and reposition windows so that you can see more than one of them at a time You can also hide windows by removing them from the desktop without actually closing your document or program This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size shape and position of windows open on the desktop Sample Windows Exp...

Page 130: ...Close windows Choose your option depending on how you wish to set up your desktop Minimizing and maximizing windows 1 To make the Windows Explorer window the active window click the My Documents button on the taskbar Windows Millennium Edition highlights the Windows Explorer title bar to show that Windows Explorer is the active window 2 Click the Minimize button at the top right of the Explorer wi...

Page 131: ...creen Resizing and moving windows 1 Click the Restore button in the top right corner of the Paint window Paint returns to its previous size and location Notice that the Restore button has changed back into the Maximize button For the next few steps assume that you want to be able to see both Paint and Windows Explorer at the same time 2 Move the pointer to the right hand edge of the Paint window T...

Page 132: ... and placements of windows to find the best arrangement for your work At this point you have two programs open on the desktop The next lesson shows you how to close them Lesson8 Closingprogramsandturningoffthe computer Once you are finished working with a document or program it is a good idea to close it While you can run several programs at the same time having a large number of programs and docu...

Page 133: ...ograms or files with the click of a button You will probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently This lesson explains how to create shortcuts using two Windows Millennium Edition accessories Calculator and Character Map as examples Creating a shortcut to the Calculator Use this method when you know the name and location of the program file to which you would like to c...

Page 134: ... Windows Millennium Edition displays the Create Shortcut dialog box Sample Create Shortcut dialog box 3 In the Command line box type c windows calc exe and click Next 4 Windows Millennium Edition prompts you to select a name for the shortcut 5 Type Calculator and click Finish Windows Millennium Edition displays the new shortcut on your desktop ...

Page 135: ... Windows Millennium Edition Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts 135 Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Use this method when you don t know the name and location of the program file 1 Click Start then point to Search Sample Search options on the Start menu ...

Page 136: ...og box HINT Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet 3 Type char in the Search for files or folders named text box and then click Search Now Windows Millennium Edition displays a list of all the files with char in their names 4 Click the Character Map file with the secondary button and drag it to the desktop A shortcut menu appears 5 Click Create Shortcut A shortcut to the Charac...

Page 137: ...s also called wallpaper The background of your desktop is considered a property of your desktop This lesson will not only teach you how to change the background but will also introduce you to properties Windows Millennium Edition treats all windows icons programs drives etc as self contained objects each with its own set of properties such as size position on screen and color Many of these propert...

Page 138: ...rtcut menu 2 Click Properties Windows Millennium Edition opens the Display Properties dialog box Sample Display Properties dialog box 3 Click the Background tab 4 Scroll through the wallpaper options by clicking the scroll arrows in the Wallpaper list box 5 Try a different wallpaper pattern by clicking a name in the list box Windows Millennium Edition displays a sample of the wallpaper selection i...

Page 139: ... Options select Change Background Image and choose the background wallpaper of your choice You can view any object s properties by clicking the object with the secondary button then choosing Properties from the shortcut menu that appears The next lesson explains how to set two other properties the date and time Lesson 11 Setting the date and time You initially set the computer s date and time prop...

Page 140: ...Date Time Properties dialog box HINT To open the Date Time Properties dialog box more quickly either click the time display on the taskbar with the secondary button then click Adjust Date Time or double click the time display 4 Click the Date Time tab and set the correct month year day and time 5 Click the Time Zone drop down list box and set your time zone 6 Click OK Continue with the next lesson...

Page 141: ...ing your computer for new hardware or software In the event that your hardware or software causes your computer to malfunction you can remove the offending item s and restore the system to the state it was in at the preset time To get to System Restore click Start point to Programs Accessories System Tools and System Restore The System Restore Welcome screen appears Sample System Restore welcome s...

Page 142: ...its original uncluttered state This lesson explains how to remove objects from the desktop and introduces the Recycle Bin 1 Click the New Folder icon you created drag it until it is over the Recycle Bin icon and it changes color then release the primary button The icon disappears But with Windows Millennium Edition it is not really gone It is merely set aside in the Recycle Bin so that you can res...

Page 143: ...icons you dropped on the Recycle Bin are listed Sample Recycle Bin open on the desktop 4 To completely remove an object select it and then click File Delete The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin Later on in your real work not in this tutorial you will use the Recycle Bin to delete other objects such as folders documents and sometimes even programs Still the process is the same Jus...

Page 144: ...ecycle Bin from the File menu HINT Empty the Recycle Bin periodically Even though an item is moved to the Recycle Bin it still uses valuable space on the hard disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin Lesson 14 If I am lost what do I do This lesson teaches you how to use some of the Help features in Windows Millennium Edition Windows Millennium Edition Help Windows Millennium Edition has...

Page 145: ...of the screen contains the index The text box above the index where the cursor is flashing lets you type in a topic you want to find in the index 3 Type pictures in the text box Notice as you type that the index moves to locate what you typed When you type the letter p the topic list moves to the first entry that begins with P and so on There are a number of topics listed under Picture One of them...

Page 146: ...ription of how to draw pictures including an icon to start the Paint program Sample Drawing help window 5 Click the Click Here link Windows Millennium Edition opens the Paint program Not every Help topic contains a hot link to start the program it is talking about However when you do encounter one it provides a convenient way to start the program to look at it while you read about the program in t...

Page 147: ...th Windows Millennium Edition Preview If you have used Windows 98 Learning about the benefits of Windows Me features is a helpful introduction to the new features in Windows Millennium Edition Sample Windows Millennium Edition Tours and Tutorials window To start a Windows Millennium Edition tour or tutorial 1 Click Help then click Tours and Tutorials The Microsoft Help and Support window takes you...

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Page 149: ...tal media For digital photos it provides easier image acquisition and image management in the My Pictures folder For digital games it provides easier access to online games and game partners and it includes an assortment of bundled games Improved user experience New system file protection a system restore function allowing you to rollback the system to its previous state an improved help center an...

Page 150: ...rkspace This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work You can customize the following aspects of the desktop Taskbar which resources to display for quick access Active Desktop what information from the Internet to always display Desktop style how windows are displayed and how to browse folders and files Toolbars what information appears at the top of each window ...

Page 151: ...ves time because using it bypasses the need for you to launch your browser first To access all Taskbar options 1 Point to an empty space in the taskbar and click the secondary button 2 Point to Active Desktop and customize your setting Bringing the world to your desktop With Windows Millennium Edition you can set up your desktop with complete World Wide Web integration at a single click As Microso...

Page 152: ...e secondary button and click Properties 2 Click the Web tab Windows Millennium Edition displays a list of items to add to the desktop 3 To view additional components click New The New Active Desktop Item dialog box appears 4 To browse the Active Desktop Gallery for more components to add click Visit Gallery In order to browse an active Internet connection must be established 5 To select some other...

Page 153: ...le is similar to the classic Windows 95 desktop You double click to open items and a new window appears for each item you open Custom style You can pick and choose which options you want Custom settings include options for browsing folders creating window backgrounds and selecting and opening items For example you can use options from both the Web style and the Classic style so that you double cli...

Page 154: ...any HTML page as background in a window In Web style any folder with HTML content that is displayed as a Web page can include artwork Microsoft Office documents multimedia interactive forms and so on Some windows such as My Computer and Control Panel come with a background that displays a description of each feature when you point to its icon DEFINITION Hypertext Markup Language HTML is a special ...

Page 155: ...page on your desktop you can also display a Web page in an individual window If you subscribe to the Web page it can be automatically updated on a regular basis For example using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather game scores stock prices or headlines all in the window of your choice Adding a background to a window If you select art or a Web page as a window background set your d...

Page 156: ...one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window As you browse Windows Millennium Edition detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar Sample toolbar locations Quick Launch Address bar Standard buttons ...

Page 157: ...grams folders or documents By default the address bar shows your current location and whether it is a folder or a Web page You can browse to another location by typing an address a URL a path or even a program name If you start typing a previously typed address the AutoComplete feature finishes the address for you Standard buttons Displays buttons for commonly used commands such as copying pasting...

Page 158: ...on about how to use the folder In Windows Millennium Edition terminology this means displaying an individual window as a Web page 1 Double click My Computer The My Computer window opens 2 Open the folder you want to view as a Web page 3 On the Tools menu select Folder Options 4 Make the selections in Web View then click OK Control panel window as a Web page The addition of the name of the folder a...

Page 159: ...lets you connect both devices to the port simultaneously A USB mouse connects to one of the USB ports Exchanging data with another computer To transfer a large amount of information between computers you can use the Windows Millennium Edition Briefcase or a specialized synchronization program and the computer s parallel port Transferring files To transfer files through the parallel port you need a...

Page 160: ... of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features under these headings The Internet The World Wide Web Internet Service Providers Connecting to the Internet Surfing the Internet Internet features Internet chat rooms Internet news groups Online shopping Uploading and downloading files from the Internet For more information abou...

Page 161: ...col HTTP The World Wide Web offers information as text images audio or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP They make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet many people and businesses u...

Page 162: ...n up for Internet access with AT T WorldNet you will not be charged for the call Once you have established an ISP account you can connect to the Internet 1 Connecting your computer s modem to a telephone line For more information on connecting a modem see Using the modem on page 81 2 Start your Web browser Have your modem dial the ISP s telephone number and establish a connection with the ISP s co...

Page 163: ...matically transfers your Web browser to that site 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 pr...

Page 164: ...es 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 It can be as simple as attaching a file or document to an email or you can use the File Transfer Protocol FTP features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of...

Page 165: ...t Properties 2 In the Display Properties dialog box Click the Settings tab Slide the Screen Area slider bar toward Less until the setting reads 800 x 600 Click Apply then OK 3 Connect the video audio cable to your television Your cable has three color coded prongs Be sure to connect the appropriate prongs that match the color coded ports on your television If your television does not have a red co...

Page 166: ...3 TECHNICAL NOTE If DVD Express is playing Fn and F5 will not toggle the display output Playing VideoCDs 1 Place the VideoCD in the DVD drive 2 Launch DVDExpress and press the Play button Mediamatics DVDExpress DVD player HINT There are no menus for VideoCD 1 0 titles TECHNICAL NOTE VideoCD playback capability is not enabled on all systems ...

Page 167: ... connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack Using a microphone Attaching a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer 2 Click Start point to Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward Positioning bar ...

Page 168: ...lect Save from the File menu Adjusting recording quality The better the quality of the recording the more disk space the sound file requires Experiment to find a balance that fits your needs 1 Open Sound Recorder if necessary Click Start point to Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder 2 In the Sound Recorder window click Edit then click Audio Properties 3 In the Audio Propert...

Page 169: ...HNICAL NOTE Use amplified speakers that require an external power source Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer Attaching a headphone or speaker cable 2 Using any necessary adapters plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headp...

Page 170: ...ype III cards are used for removable hard disks and other functions that require a larger card You can install just one of these cards Check the documentation that came with the PC Card to see if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2 1 standard or later Other cards may work with your computer but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Soc...

Page 171: ...ing the PC Card 2 Slide the PC Card lock to the left 3 Hold the PC Card with the arrow side up and the connector side toward the slot 4 Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place NOTE If you have a Type III card insert the connector into the lower slot If you have a Type I or Type II card insert it into either the u...

Page 172: ...lot pops out Locking the PC Card in place CAUTION To avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer don t force the card into the PC Card slot 5 Slide the PC Card lock to the right Removing PC Cards 1 Click the PC Card button on the taskbar 2 Click Stop xxxx where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card Windows Millennium Edition advises you that you may safely remove the card ...

Page 173: ... properly Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on This is called hot swapping Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use For example Never remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it Never remove a network card whil...

Page 174: ...camera to your computer Before removing a PC Card shut it down by clicking the PC Card PCMCIA icon on the taskbar Once the PC Card has stopped you can safely remove it Emulating a full size keyboard Although the Satellite computer s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full size keyboard it has fewer keys Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked k...

Page 175: ...plays the Modem Properties dialog box 3 Click the Diagnostics tab Your modem should be listed next to one of the computer s COM ports 4 Make a note of the COM port number 5 To verify that the modem is set up properly click the port to which your modem is connected and then click More Info to run the Windows Millennium Edition Modem Diagnostics Windows Millennium Edition communicates with the modem...

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Page 178: ...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 Each of these utilities is described in this chapter Fn esse Hardware Setup TSETUP Power Saver ...

Page 179: ...s and files For information on creating Windows Millennium Edition shortcuts see Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts on page 133 With Fn esse you can assign an Fn key combination to Open a Windows program Open a file in its associated Windows program Display a customized folder of Windows programs and or files from which to choose Fn esse also has several keys known as hot keys that perform preassigned op...

Page 180: ...eys are color coded as follows Available keys are black Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn esse keyboard in the selected color Unavailable keys are dark gray Assigning a key to a program or document There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document Drag and drop Use the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag and drop ...

Page 181: ...ssign to a key 4 Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item from Explorer to the key on the Fn esse keyboard to which you wish it assigned 5 Release the primary button Fn esse displays the Add Edit Command dialog box with the Description Command Line and Working Directory fields automatically completed 6 Click OK to close the Add Edit Command dialog box with your key assign...

Page 182: ...If you are making a popup assignment complete step 4 3 To make a direct key assignment select Direct to display the Add Edit Command dialog box then complete these steps Enter the Description Command Line and Working Directory for the new Fn esse key assignment or click the Browse button to specify this information Click OK 4 To make a popup assignment select Popup to display the Application Explo...

Page 183: ... Windows program Viewing existing key assignments To view the existing key assignments choose Assignments from the Fn esse keyboard Fn esse displays the Function Key Assignments dialog box This box lists all the key assignments and the program or document to which each key is assigned To view items in a popup list click the Expand popup lists check box Changing or removing existing key assignments...

Page 184: ...tup Toshiba HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes They are The tabs represent various dialog boxes They are Keyboard Allows you to assign as well as disable various key combinations USB Allows you to enable or disable USB legacy emulation LAN Allows you to enable or disable the Wake On LAN WOL option Hardware Alarm Allows you to control alarm volume and whether an alarm sounds whe...

Page 185: ...e power source Boot Priority Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system General Allows you to view current BIOS hard disk drive and memory settings Password Allows you to set user passwords If you do this you can use SecureSleep to protect your work by requiring the password to be entered before accessing Windows Device Config Allows you t...

Page 186: ...ur computer is running on battery power the CPU frequency mode is set to low for slower processing Switching the CPU to low allows you to conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery Always High Sets the CPU speed to high when using either the battery or the AC adapter Always Low Sets the CPU speed to low when using either the battery or the AC adapter By changing any of the option...

Page 187: ...ange which mode your computer uses change settings for each mode or create your own mode To access Power Saver Properties 1 Open the Start menu point to Settings then click Control Panel 2 Double click the Power Saver icon By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function Any options that you change become effecti...

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Page 189: ...tics DVDExpress an easy to use full featured multimedia control center that helps you get the most out of the exciting world of DVD technology Starting DVDExpress 1 Open the Start menu 2 Point to Programs then Mediamatics DVDExpress 3 Click Mediamatics DVD Player ...

Page 190: ...being played In addition to the current play state playing paused etc and the elapsed time the window includes these indicators Disc type indicates one of the following DVD Video Video CD Audio CD Chapter Indicates the chapter number being played Title Track Indicates the title or track number being played This indicator is displayed on Dolby certified systems Status Display Window ...

Page 191: ...um Here is a summary of the functions of the DVD Player controls and indicators Open Opens video and or audio files for selection and payback Keyboard shortcut L Eject Opens the DVD ROM drive for loading and or removal of discs Some systems also use this button as a toggle between Eject and Insert Keyboard shortcut E Options Displays the DVDExpress Options dialog box which provides information abo...

Page 192: ...content and displays the DVDExpress splash screen To resume playback click Play and the content will play from the start of the content file Keyboard shortcut S Play Begins playback of selected content Keyboard shortcut Enter Pause Temporarily stops content playback Click Pause or Play to resume playback Keyboard shortcut P Next Advances the content to the next chapter or track and resumes playbac...

Page 193: ...display window Keyboard shortcut N Close Closes the DVDExpress application Keyboard shortcut X Camera Angle Changes the camera angle or view of the content currently being played This feature is enabled by the DVD content and is only available when the content was created using multiple cameras and camera angles Keyboard shortcut V NOTE Due to differences in the content mastering process some mult...

Page 194: ...iewed on screen This feature is enabled only for DVD content that includes subtitles and offers the ability to make dynamic changes of subtitle information Some subtitle changes must be made through the Main Menu Keyboard shortcut U Root Menu Resume Displays the DVD root menu for selection of DVD content for playback The functionality of the Resume feature depends on the content being played Some ...

Page 195: ...ts the playback from the location where you left the content for the Title Menu Other content requires an action within the menu for example click Play Movie to resume playback Keyboard shortcut T Using the DVDExpress shortcuts The shortcut keys available in DVDExpress are listed in DVD Player controls on page 191 HINT To display the DVDExpress control panel when the video is in full screen mode m...

Page 196: ...if it is not already running 2 On the DVDExpress control panel click the Options button DVDExpress options The DVD Options dialog box contains these tabs About This tab displays copyright trademark version number Region Code and other relevant information about your DVDExpress application Audio Use this tab to enable or disable Digital Audio Output SPDIF output The Audio tab appears only if certai...

Page 197: ...of the protection system for DVD content It divides the world into six regions The intent is to enable specific content to be viewed in a specific region The current region code of the DVDExpress player installed in your computer is Region 1 comprising the United States and Canada The region code is provided on the DVD Region tab in the DVD Options dialog box It is noted in parenthesis following t...

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Page 199: ...t likely to encounter For further assistance and solutions use Toshiba s support tool VirtualTech to help diagnose and solve possible problems If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances a...

Page 200: ...am you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with step 3 3 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task 4 Click Shut Down Windows Millennium Edition displays the Shut Down Windows dialog box 5 Select Restart then click Yes Your computer shuts down and restarts Windows Millenni...

Page 201: ...solve your problem 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard 3 Open Notepad click Start point to Programs then point to Accessories and click Notepad 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad 5 Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message 6 Save the file and refer to it when you contact th...

Page 202: ...may get the computer running but it won t solve a resource conflict Read the documentation that came with the conflicting device and Resolving a hardware conflict on page 209 The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the diskette drive Your computer normally loads Windows from the hard disk If you have a hard disk problem you will not be able to start the computer Insert a system diskette int...

Page 203: ...way Windows Millennium Edition responds to your work routine you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly For example Windows Millennium Edition fails to start after the Starting Windows Millennium Edition message appears Windows Millennium Edition takes a long time to start Windows Millennium Edition responds differently from the normal routine The screen does not look r...

Page 204: ... describes each option and when to use the procedure To open the Startup menu 1 Restart your computer 2 Press F8 when your computer starts The Windows Millennium Edition Startup menu displays these options Normal Logged BOOTLOG TXT Safe mode Step by step confirmation TECHNICAL NOTE If your computer is connected to a network the Start menu may display different versions of Safe mode Normal Selectin...

Page 205: ...BIOS Basic Input Output System control the operation of devices connected to the system Safe mode Selecting Safe mode bypasses basic start up files and starts Windows Millennium Edition enabling only the mouse keyboard and standard VGA display drivers Running Safe mode allows you to undo any changes you made to the system configuration that may have caused Windows Millennium Edition or a device to...

Page 206: ...d or the Registry the file that defines how Windows Millennium Edition is set up is corrupted Step by step confirmation When you turn on your computer Windows Millennium Edition processes the start up files With Step by step confirmation the system asks you to confirm each line of the start up process once it appears Use this option When the start up process fails while loading the start up files ...

Page 207: ...indows Millennium Edition are backward compatible with earlier versions of Windows This lets you use older programs with Windows Millennium Edition Most of the information contained in these files is now stored in the Registry but they are still processed during system startup Bootlog Txt file contains a record of all the components and drivers loaded during startup and the status of each When you...

Page 208: ...n can help you If Windows Millennium Edition has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem To access Windows Millennium Edition Help 1 Click the Start button and click Help 2 Click the Contents tab then double click Troubleshooting 3 Double click a problem you would like help with and follow the steps on the scre...

Page 209: ...double click on Troubleshooting 2 Click Hardware and System device problems and follow the steps If there is still a problem Windows Millennium Edition should display a message that explains what the conflict is If this happens you may need to solve the problem on your own A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on the interaction of all devices programs and features If the sys...

Page 210: ...o as system resources Interrupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request IRQ because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor s time If two or more devices use the same IRQ the processor does not know which device is asking for attention This causes a hardware conflict Direct Memory Access Similarly the data required by the device is...

Page 211: ... new device If you install an older legacy device that Windows Millennium Edition cannot recognize the operating system may have difficulty assigning resources to it As a result a hardware conflict can occur To see what resources Windows Millennium Edition has assigned to the device see Checking device properties on page 212 Resolving conflicts There are three things you can do to resolve hardware...

Page 212: ...d the ramifications of changing them Disabling a device 1 Click the My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears 2 Click the Device Manager tab 3 Select the device and click Properties A dialog box displays the device s properties 4 In the General section of the dialog box check the box next to Disable in this hardware profile 5 Click OK...

Page 213: ...t the device The Resources tab which lists the resources assigned to the device If you have a device conflict it is shown in the Conflicting device list The Drivers tab which displays the drivers being used by the device For more information about Device Manager refer to Windows Millennium Edition online help Fixing device related problems If you do not have a hardware conflict but you think your ...

Page 214: ...ule 4 Reinstall the memory module following the instructions in Installing additional memory optional on page 36 and making sure it is seated properly 5 Check for the error again 6 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 instal...

Page 215: ...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 The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly Its temperature needs to be in the range of 50 degrees to 88 degrees Fahrenheit 10 degrees to 30 degrees Celsius If you think this is the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and t...

Page 216: ...fully charged to begin with All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts For more information on maximizing battery power see Charging batteries on page 95 Keyboard problems If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the keyboard itself The keyboard produces unexpected characters A keypad overlay may be on If the numeric keypad or cursor contro...

Page 217: ...external PS 2 keyboard in while the computer was turned on Using the AccuPoint II pointing device click Start then click Shut Down When the Shut Down dialog box appears select Restart and click OK The computer will restart and recognize the keyboard The keyboard locks and the computer will not restart Make sure the power is on and press the reset button AccuPoint II problems Some of the keyboard p...

Page 218: ...reful to align the cap s hole with the peg Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions The display is blank Display Auto Off may have gone into effect Press any key to activate the screen You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously If you have registered a password press Enter type the password and press Enter If no passw...

Page 219: ...itor to the computer is firmly attached Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen The screen does not look right You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the AccuPoint II secondary button then clicking Properties This causes Wi...

Page 220: ...s resolution will only work in Internal External mode Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them Typical disk problems are You are having trouble accessing a disk or one or more files appear to be missing Make su...

Page 221: ...be able to recover lost data using utility software which is available from your dealer Some programs run correctly but others do not This is probably a configuration problem If a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs A diskette will not go into the diskette drive You may already have a diskette in the drive Make sure the...

Page 222: ...ot the diskette drive is probably causing the problem Run ScanDisk on the faulty diskette for instructions see Disk drive problems on page 220 DVD ROM drive problems DVDExpress has been configured to provide optimum performance and quality based upon your system s available resources Changes made to the system or its configuration may impact the playback performance of the DVDExpress player Genera...

Page 223: ...eck box then click OK The system must be restarted for this setting to take effect The Root or Title menu does not open Most DVD titles have one or both of the Root and Title menus If one menu button appears to do nothing try the other menu button DVDExpress performance decreases after making a system change DVD playback performance is dependent upon several system resources Changes to these syste...

Page 224: ...a resource intensive application Other applications and or changes to your system hardware software or configuration can impact playback performance If playback is slower than normal try 1 Closing any other open applications to improve the performance of the DVD playback 2 Ensuring DMA is turned on See Playback performance is poor on page 222 3 If you have installed new hardware such as a new grap...

Page 225: ...ot function properly with debug software installed The DVDExpress application will not function properly if it detects that debug software is present on the system Remove the debug software to restore functionality of DVDExpress Minimum system requirements DVDExpress performs best when these recommended components are present in your system Sound card with 48 KHz sampling rate support DirectX Foun...

Page 226: ...leaner The disc may require features that are not supported by DVDExpress Microsoft DirectShow components are missing Microsoft DirectShow is not installed properly on the system Reinstall Microsoft DirectShow version 6 0 or higher available from the Microsoft Web site No audio subsystem could be found for playback There is a problem with the audio card or audio component within the system The pro...

Page 227: ...colors Update video drivers The audio settings are incorrect Please check sound card or drivers The audio card was found but there is a problem with the audio card or drivers The wrong audio card and or audio driver may be installed in the system Check installation of audio sound card Check installation of audio card drivers An unexpected error has occurred This error is unclassified Report the pr...

Page 228: ... of the DVD specification Check that this is a DVD Video 1 0 disc This DVD disc cannot be played in this region The selected region cannot be used due to one of the following The Region Code of DVDExpress and the DVD disc do not match Check the Region Code of DVDExpress within the About tab and use a disc from the appropriate region The Windows operating system is assigned to a region that does no...

Page 229: ...on error Macrovision prevents unauthorized copying of content The graphics card driver has notified DVDExpress of a Macrovision error This error may indicate a problem with Macrovision and or the graphics driver Reinstall the original graphics driver that came with your system Contact your graphics vendor for a driver that supports Macrovision copy protection DVDExpress encountered an error Report...

Page 230: ...rom a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud Adjust the volume control Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the Recording Control Utility default Off or the Mute feature in the Mixer Utility default Enabled may cause feedback Revert to the default settings The drive or disc cannot be found This may be caused by one of the following No disc in the DV...

Page 231: ...it requires by reading its Card Information Structure CIS Sometimes the CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately Other cards must be set up before you can use them Use the Windows Millennium Edition PC Card PCMCIA Wizard to set up the card Refer to your Microsoft documentation for more information or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card Some card manufac...

Page 232: ... available try the card in that machine If the card malfunctions again it may be defective Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions The slots appear to be dead PC Cards that used to work no longer work Check the PC Card status 1 Click the My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properties Windows Millennium Edition displays the System Properties di...

Page 233: ...ddress Hot swapping removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off fails Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card 1 Click the PC Card icon on the taskbar 2 Click Stop xxxx where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card Windows Millennium Edition displays a message that you may safely remove the card 3 Remove the card from the slot The system does not recognize ...

Page 234: ...ntain a troubleshooting section 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...

Page 235: ...e This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print Contact the software manufacturer for more information Modem problems This section lists common modem problems The modem will not receive or transmit properly Make sure the telephone cable the one that goes from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the modem port and the telephone line jack Check the serial port settings...

Page 236: ...ing a system diskette inserted in an external diskette drive connected to a USB port To boot your computer from an external USB diskette drive you must enable the USB FDD Legacy Emulation option TECHNICAL NOTE The default setting for USB FDD Legacy Emulation is Disabled Enabling the USB FDD Legacy Emulation option 1 Click Start 2 Double click My Computer then Control Panel 3 Select the USB tab and...

Page 237: ...d key to exit 7 Press Y to save the change Your system will automatically restart NOTE Enabling Legacy Emulation may interfere with other USB devices while running Windows To set your system back to the default setting follow the same instructions but select Disabled for the USB FDD Legacy Emulation option Develop good computing habits Make sure you are prepared Save your work frequently You can n...

Page 238: ...wn programs you should back up these programs as well as your data files If something goes wrong that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time Read the user s guides It s very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your ability to...

Page 239: ...problems These are arranged in easy to navigate topics like software hardware and the Internet A set of powerful support tools that can Retrieve hardware and software details whenever you need system configuration information Provide a real time view of your machine s condition and running applications VirtualTech can take up to 10 snapshots of your applications to ensure you can restore your conf...

Page 240: ...he steps to take to ask for help Before you call Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Try the following before contacting Toshiba Review the troubleshooting information in your Windows Millennium Edition documentation If the problem occurs while you are running a program consult the ...

Page 241: ...through CompuServe Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba make sure you have Your computer s serial number The computer and any optional devices related to the problem Backup copies of your Windows operating system and all other preloaded software on diskettes or CD Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation diskettes or CD Information about what you ...

Page 242: ... jp index htm Japan Argentina Acron S A Solís 1525 1134 Buenos Aires Argentina Australia Toshiba Australia Pty Limited 84 92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Austria Toshiba Europe GmbH NiederlassungÖsterreich Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2 259 a c A 1030 Wien Austria Belgium Toshiba Information Systems Benelux Belgium B V Excelsiorlaan 40 B 1930 Zaventem Belgium Brazil Semp Toshiba I...

Page 243: ...gotá Colombia Czech Republic CHG Toshiba s r o Hnevkovskeho 65 61700 Brno Denmark Scribona Danmark A S Naverland 27 DK2600 Glostrup Denmark Finland Scribona TPC OY Sinimäentie 14 P O Box 83 02630 ESPOO Finland France Toshiba Systèmes France S A 7 Rue Ampère 92804 Puteaux Cédex France Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D 93055 Regensburg Germany Greece Ideal Electronics S A 109 Syngrou Ave...

Page 244: ...formation Systems Benelux B V Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK Capelle a d IJssel The Netherlands New Zealand Toshiba New Zealand Pty Limited Level 4 3 Ferncroft Street Grafton Auckland New Zealand Norway Scribona Norge A S Toshiba PC Service Stalfjaera 20 P O Box 51 Kalbakken 0901 OSLO 9 Norway Papua New Guinea Fujitsu PNG Pty Ltd P O Box 4952 Boroko NCD Papua New Guinea Poland TECHMEX S A ul Partyzan...

Page 245: ...d San Fernando de Henares Spain Sweden Scribona PC AB Sundbybergsväegen 1 Box 1374 171 27 Solna Sweden Switzerland Ozalid AG Herostrasse 7 8048 Zürich Switzerland United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems U K Ltd Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge KT15 2UL United Kingdom United States Toshiba America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California 9261...

Page 246: ...RT III APPENDIXES What is in Part III This part provides additional technical information about the Satellite computer Review this material if you have additional questions or need additional information ...

Page 247: ...Appendix A ...

Page 248: ...d security Fn This hot key blanks the display and locks the keyboard To resume working if you have registered a user password press Enter type your password and press Enter If there is no registered password press Enter Do not confuse the instant password security feature with The Windows screen saver feature that merely blanks the display after a specified amount of time and needs no password to ...

Page 249: ...d to resume operation or The use of an invalid Display mode hot key Fn F5 setting Power usage mode Fn This hot key displays the power usage pop up window and cycles through the power usage modes The power usage modes are Long Life Normal and High Power Power usage modes For more information see Power Saver on page 187 F2 ...

Page 250: ...gh the different Shutdown modes The Shutdown modes are Standby Hibernation and Shutdown Shutdown modes For more information see Turning off the computer on page 84 Sound Fn This hot key cycles through the different alarm volume levels The alarm volume options are Off Low Medium and High Off is always first F3 F4 ...

Page 251: ...xternal video device only TECHNICAL NOTE In order to use simultaneous mode you must set the resolution of the built in display panel to match the resolution of the external display device Simultaneous mode works only with external monitors that support 640 X 480 resolution and higher Keyboard hot keys Fn This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off Fn This hot key turns the numeric ove...

Page 252: ...Appendix B ...

Page 253: ... Specifications This appendix lists the features of the Satellite computer and summarizes its specifications Features This section lists the features of your computer and any external devices that come with the system ...

Page 254: ...gy Processor L1 cache 32 KB Processor L2 cache Celeron 650 MHz processor comes with 128 KB PIII 650 MHz and PIII 700 MHz processors have 256 KB 100 MHz front side bus on all units Built in memory Celeron 650 MHz processor comes with 64 MB PC100 SDRAM 3 3V 60ns expandable to 320MB internal memory expansion slot PIII 650 MHz and PIII 700 MHz processors have 128 MB PC100 SDRAM 3 3V 60ns expandable to...

Page 255: ...ssor has 10 billion bytes PIII 700 MHz processor has 20 billion bytes 3 5 inch diskette drive Accommodates both 1 44 MB high density 2HD and 720 KB double density 2DD diskettes DVD ROM drive Built in 8X maximum speed DVD ROM DVD 24XCR ROM DVD ROM compatibility 8X DVD R DVD RW read only CD ROM compatibility 24X CD ROM CD R CD RW Random access time 110 ms DVD ROM 95 ms CD ROM Data transfer rate 4 46...

Page 256: ... to 16 million colors at 1024 x 768 resolution External display support 640 x 480 16 256 64K 16M colors smaller image 800 x 600 256 64K 16M colors smaller image 1024 x 768 256 64K 16M colors 1280 x 1024 256 64K16M colors virtual display 1600 x 1200 256 64K colors virtual display Video controller S3 Savage IX 64 bit graphics accelerator AGP bus 128 bit BitBLT hardware DirectMPEG and DirectVideo sup...

Page 257: ...line protection and 10 100 Ethernet LAN connection PC Card slots Two 32 bit CardBus ready PC Card slots let you install two Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card Maximum slot thickness 10 5 mm Parallel port IEEE 1284 8 bit Enhanced Capability Port ECP for connecting a parallel device such as a printer It provides increased performance when used with an ECP compatible device PS 2 port PS 2 compa...

Page 258: ...connect stereo headphones Microphone jack 3 5 mm jack lets you connect an external microphone or other monaural audio input device AC adapter 60 watt autosensing external AC adapter 100 240 VAC input voltage 50 60 Hz AC power cable 6 foot two prong plug DC power cable 6 foot square twin plug Main battery Removable rechargeable Li ion high capacity battery 4000 mAh 10 8V with 9 cells 8 hours life B...

Page 259: ... when they have not been accessed for a set length of time Warranty 1 year parts labor and battery Size Width x Depth x Height Celeron 650 MHz processor is 12 9 x 10 7 x 1 6 inches 322 x 282 x 40 4 mm PIII 650 MHz processor is 12 9 x 10 7 x 1 6 inches 3 28 x 273 5 x 40 9 mm PIII 700 MHz processor is 12 9 x 10 9 x 1 6 inches 328 x 277 x 42 7 mm Weight Celeron 650 and PIII 650 MHz processors 3 31kg ...

Page 260: ...ry modules Operating Non operating Temperature 41 to 95 F 5 to 35 C 4 to 149 F 20 to 65 C Relative humidity 20 to 80 non condensing 10 to 95 non condensing Altitude relative to sea level 197 to 9 842 feet 60 to 3 000 meters 197 to 32 808 feet 60 to 10 000 meters Shock 10 G 11 ms 60 G 66 ms Vibration 0 50 G 1 G 64 MB Toshibaproprietary SDRAMPC 100 memory module expands the computer s memory to 128 ...

Page 261: ...emory to 320 MB for systems with Celeron 650 MHz processors 384 MB for systems with PIII 650 and PIII 700 MHz processors Battery charger Charges extra batteries Battery Removable rechargeable Li ion high capacity battery 4000 mAh 10 8V x 6 9 cell Use as spare or replacement batteries to extend the time you can operate the computer away from a live wall outlet AC adapter 60 watt autosensing externa...

Page 262: ...itor Monitor to plug into the external monitor port A wide variety of monitors is available from your authorized Toshiba dealer Printer Printer to connect to the parallel port A wide variety of printers is available from your authorized Toshiba dealer External keyboard Full size keyboard to plug into the PS 2 mouse keyboard port External mouse PS 2 compatible mouse to plug into the PS 2 mouse keyb...

Page 263: ...Appendix C ...

Page 264: ...rsal power supply you can use worldwide This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia AS approved Europe VDA approved NEMKO approved ...

Page 265: ...Appendix D ...

Page 266: ...t or graphics Resolution is the measure of the screen s dimensions in terms of horizontal and vertical pixels in graphics modes or rows and columns of characters in text modes Grid is the default number of pels per character A pel is the smallest display element that the computer can control It consists of a single pixel dot or a set of contiguous pixels LCD Colors is the maximum number of simulta...

Page 267: ...ased on mode type resolution character matrix number of colors and refresh rates This table lists the Satellite video modes Mode hex Display mode Resolutio n LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz NI1 NI HR2 NI FF3 8 bit linear 640 x 480 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 NI NI HR NI FF 8 bit linear 800 x 600 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 NI NI HR NI FF 8 bit linear 1024 x 768 256 256K virtual 256 256K ...

Page 268: ... NI NI HR NI FF 16 bit linear 800 x 600 64 64K 64 64K 60 75 85 NI NI HR NI FF 15 bit linear 1024 x 768 32 32K virtual 60 75 85 NI NI HR NI FF 16 bit linear 1024 x 768 64 64K virtual 64 64K 60 75 85 NI NI HR NI FF 24 bit linear 640 x 480 16 16M 16 16M 60 75 85 NI NI HR NI FF 24 bit linear 800 x 600 16 16M 16 16M 60 75 85 Mode hex Display mode Resolutio n LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz ...

Page 269: ...Part III Appendixes 269 1 NI Non Interlace 2 NI HR Non Interlace High Refresh rate 3 NI FF Non Interlace Flicker Free 4 I Interlaced ...

Page 270: ...ear in this user s guide AC alternating current BIOS basic input output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD ROM compact disc read only memory CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port 1 serial port COM2 communications port 2 serial port CPU central processing unit DC direct current DMA direct memory access ...

Page 271: ...ral Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language I O input output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 parallel port LSI large scale integration MB megabyte MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface PC personal computer PCI Peripheral C...

Page 272: ...n film transistor TFT for each cell This type of display works well with notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high quality color Active matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passive matrix displays adapter A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information from the software and ...

Page 273: ...ds in order to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up the computer bit Short for binary digit A bit is the smallest unit of information used by a computer A group of eight bits is a byte See also byte bits per second bps A way of measuring the speed at which information is passed between two devices The basic measure used in modem communications bps is similar but not ident...

Page 274: ...d only memory A form of high capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data See also CD Compare DVD ROM central processing unit CPU The chip that functions as the brain of the computer It takes information from outside sources such as memory or keyboard input processes the information and sends the results to another device that uses the information character An...

Page 275: ...omputer s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs See also cache L1 cache L2 cache cursor A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen The shape of the cursor varies depending on the program you re using and what you re doing D default The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative s...

Page 276: ... more read write heads diskette A thin flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data Diskettes can be removed from the computer and come in two sizes 5 25 inch and 3 5 inch Your computer uses 3 5 inch diskettes See also double density diskette high density diskette document Any file created with an application and if saved to disk given a name by which it can be retrie...

Page 277: ...e A computer program that is ready to run Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files Names of executable files usually end with a bat or exe extension extension See file extension external device See device F file A collection of related information saved on disk with a unique name A file may be a program information used by a program or a document See also document file...

Page 278: ...See also byte ground A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are connected It has a potential of zero 0 volts is connected to the earth and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit H hard disk A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used for long te...

Page 279: ...ate 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 K keyboard shortcut A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the AccuPoint kilobyte KB A unit of data equal t...

Page 280: ... more logical drives M megabyte MB A unit of data equal to 1 048 576 bytes 1024 x 1024 bytes See also bytes 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 mi...

Page 281: ...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 Windows 98 Second Edition and Windows 2000 P palette See color palette parallel Processes that occur simul...

Page 282: ...a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device processor See central processing unit CPU program A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer The general classes of programs also called software are operating system application and utility See also operating system application utility properties The attributes of an object or device For example the properties of a file incl...

Page 283: ...ter s BIOS which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up See also BIOS memory Compare RAM S select To highlight or otherwise specify text data or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it 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 p...

Page 284: ...p to 12 Mbps 12 million bits per second USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all purpose USB port USB allows hot swapping of peripherals See also bus hot swapping serial upload To send a file to another computer through a modem or network See also download USB See universal serial bus USB utility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve ...

Page 285: ...jury 31 B background 114 137 battery 258 alarm 100 changing 101 charge not lasting 216 charging 43 96 conserving power 99 cover 28 103 latch 28 determining remaining power 101 disposal 105 inserting 103 light 25 46 97 Li ion lithium ion 94 NiMH nickel metal hydride 94 not charging 215 remaining power 98 removing 101 RTC real time clock 94 258 charging 97 safety precautions 94 Bootlog txt 205 butto...

Page 286: ...34 commands Hibernation 85 Shut down 84 Standby 84 communications 83 hardware specifications 257 ports 175 programs 83 setting up 83 system resources 210 via modem 81 computer device problem solving 213 non system disk or disk error message 203 not accessing disk drives 202 placement 32 protection 31 running on battery power 94 setting up 35 36 47 startup files 207 tips on computing 59 turning off...

Page 287: ... 220 hardware specifications 256 latch 17 LCD 23 panel 44 screen is blank 218 disposing of used batteries 105 DMA Direct Memory Access 210 check settings 223 DVD player 78 DVDExpress error messages 226 keyboard shortcuts 191 192 193 194 optional settings 196 player controls 191 problem solving controls are disabled 222 not functioning properly 225 performance is poor 222 223 Root or Title menu doe...

Page 288: ...4 assigning functions 180 Fn esse 179 assigning keys 180 182 change remove key assignments 183 drag and drop 181 starting 180 viewing key assignments 183 front panel 23 function keys 23 H hard disk drive cover 28 light 25 46 storage capacity 255 hardware conflicts 209 headphone jack 19 Help 208 Help facility 144 Hibernation 84 89 low battery 100 restarting 85 91 hot keys display modes 251 instant ...

Page 289: ...work connection 83 port 18 lights AC power 25 battery 25 charge indicator 97 caps lock 24 cursor control mode 24 disk activity 25 diskette activity 67 DVD ROM drive 25 hard disk drive 25 keyboard 22 numeric mode 24 on off 25 lock slot 20 Logged Bootlog txt 205 M Mediamatics DVD Player 77 DVDExpress 190 memory adding 36 expansion slot 37 problem solving 214 removing 39 specifications 254 microphone...

Page 290: ...on 257 slots 20 PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association 170 Photo CDs 19 playing CD DVDs 27 70 73 77 specific DVD files 78 Plug and Play 211 pointing device 23 ports communication 175 modem 18 258 monitor 18 257 parallel 18 257 PS 2 18 257 USB 18 258 power cable 42 258 connectors 264 computer will not start 201 light 25 on off button 23 problem solving 214 power down options...

Page 291: ... monitor 219 faulty memory 214 hardware conflict 209 210 213 legacy device 211 Help 208 high pitched noise 230 Internet 208 slow connection 207 InTouch Center 239 keyboard keys are locked and computer will not restart 217 not responding 202 unexpected characters 216 modem not receiving or transmitting 235 236 PC Card 231 checklist 232 computer hangs when card inserted 233 error occurs 234 hot swap...

Page 292: ...ems Interface 174 security lock slot 20 SelectServ 13 setting alarms 100 setting up AC adapter 41 computer 30 35 36 47 first turned on 48 mouse 39 printer 49 PS 2 mouse 52 shortcut tray 108 113 Shut down 84 86 restarting 87 sound hardware specifications 257 problem solving 230 SPDIF output 196 Standby 84 88 command 21 low battery 100 mode 25 restarting 85 89 Start button 108 112 starting a program...

Page 293: ...6 88 89 U Universal Resource Locator 120 URL 120 URL Universal Resource Locator 151 USB Universal Serial Bus port 18 USB FDD Legacy Emulation option 236 using the modem 81 utilities Toshiba Power Saver 86 88 90 V video controller 256 video modes 266 information table 267 video audio out jack 19 VideoCD 166 viewing a DVD 77 VirtualTech 239 volume control dial 19 W wallpaper 114 137 WAN Wide Area Ne...

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