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Toshiba Satellite L30, User Manual

The Toshiba Satellite L30 is a reliable and user-friendly laptop that comes with a comprehensive User Manual. This handy manual provides step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips, and important information about the laptop's features. You can easily download the manual for free from our website, ensuring that you maximize your experience with the Toshiba Satellite L30.

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Learning the Basics

Using the optical drive

5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3

Inserting a compact disc 

To insert a compact disc into the drive:

1

Make sure the computer is turned on.

The drive will not open if the computer’s power is off.

2

Make sure the drive’s in-use indicator light is off.

3

Press the drive’s eject button.

The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch).

4

Grasp the tray and pull it fully open.

(Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended

Do not touch the laser lens. Doing so could cause 
misalignment.

Keep foreign matter from entering the drive. Check the back 
edge of the tray to make sure it carries no debris before closing 
the drive.

5

Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust.

If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in

 

“Caring for 

CD or DVD discs” on page 103

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Summary of Contents for Satellite L30

Page 1: ...ed assistance Toshiba s Support Web site pcsupport toshiba com Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 For more information see If Something Goes Wrong on page 166 in this guide ...

Page 2: ...RANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA NETWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF Protection of Stored Data For your important d...

Page 3: ...talled and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interferen...

Page 4: ...FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number REN for this equipment If requested the information must be provided to the telephone company The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements ad...

Page 5: ...t to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary If trouble is experienced with this equipment for repair or limited warranty information please contact Toshiba Corporation Toshiba America Information Systems Inc or an authorized representative of Toshiba or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at 800 457 7777 or Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 If the equi...

Page 6: ... it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also beinstalledusing an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier An...

Page 7: ...ERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately ...

Page 8: ...d or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC rad...

Page 9: ...si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that ...

Page 10: ... terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries regions the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance The above Caution i...

Page 11: ...the features and functions of the original design Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In the event interference is caused the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately discontinued Operation of such products can be resumed only when they are modified and can no longer cause interferenc...

Page 12: ...ay 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 15 1048 Direct Dial 03 3457 4850 Fax 03 3457 4868 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law o...

Page 13: ...use for the Atheros AR5BMB 43 44 and AR5BMB5 Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapters This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table This device works on passive scan only A peer to peer mode is not available in 802 11a and Turbo Mode 802 11b 2 4 GHz Australia Austria Belgiu...

Page 14: ...our les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter I IBPT Deutschland License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Anmeldung im Outdoor Bereich notwendig aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen France Restricted frequency band only channels 1 to 7 2400 MHz and 2454 MHz respectively may be used outdoors in France ...

Page 15: ...lt the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA Canada USA European Community Countries 5150 5250 MHz Chan...

Page 16: ...ss Point s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device s are properly configured for European Community operation Approved Countries Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapter This equipment is appro...

Page 17: ...countries regions in the following table Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA Canada USA Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Mexico Netherlands New Ze...

Page 18: ...table Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS radio technology and is compliant to Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technolog...

Page 19: ...or more information Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or...

Page 20: ...rd from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In order to comply with FCC radio frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna distance of 20 cm Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the docu...

Page 21: ...the features and functions of the original design Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In the event interference is caused the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately discontinued Operation of such products can be resumed only when they are modified and can no longer cause interferenc...

Page 22: ...3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 15 1048 Direct Dial 03 3457 4850 Fax 03 3457 4868 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan The Name of the radio equipment EYXF2CS TELECOM EN...

Page 23: ...horized Toshiba service provider if any repair or adjustment is required Location of the Required Label Sample shown below Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Tousethismodelproperly readtheuser sguidecarefullyandkeepitfor your future reference Never attempt to disassemble adjust or repair a...

Page 24: ...ulations is prohibited Notice The information contained in this manual including but not limited to any product specifications is subject to change without notice TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC TOSHIBA PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR...

Page 25: ...s in the United States and other countries TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics Inc Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their resp...

Page 26: ...ing Started 38 Selecting a place to work 38 Creating a computer friendly environment 38 Keeping yourself comfortable 39 Precautions 39 General Precautions 41 Important information on your computer s cooling fan 42 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 ...

Page 27: ...xternal display devices 64 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 65 Adjusting the quality of the external display 66 Using an external keyboard 66 Using a mouse 66 Connecting a printer 67 Setting up a printer 68 Connecting an optional external diskette drive 69 Turning off the computer 70 Options for turning off the computer 70 Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands...

Page 28: ...ing a program from the Start menu 88 Starting a program from Windows Explorer 88 Starting a program from the Run dialog box 89 Saving your work 90 Printing your work 93 Backing up your work 94 Restoring your work 94 Using the optical drive 95 Optical drive components 95 Writable discs 96 CDs 96 Inserting a compact disc 97 Playing an audio CD 99 Playing CDs 101 Creating a CD DVD 101 Removing a disc...

Page 29: ...114 Conserving battery power 114 Power Profiles 115 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile 116 Changing the main battery 117 Removing the battery from the computer 118 Inserting a charged battery 120 Taking care of your battery 122 Safety precautions 122 Maximizing battery operating time 123 Maintaining your battery 124 Disposing of used batteries 125 Traveling tips 127 Chapter 4 Exploring Your ...

Page 30: ...rnal speakers or headphones 149 Sound System 150 Using PC Cards 151 Inserting a PC Card 151 Removing a PC Card 152 Setting up a PC Card for your computer 153 Chapter 5 TOSHIBA Utilities 154 TOSHIBA Assist 155 Connect 156 Protect Fix 156 Optimize 156 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 157 TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility 158 TOSHIBA Power Saver 159 Preset Power Profiles 160 Quickly creating a new power profile 160 C...

Page 31: ...s on your own 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Memory problems 178 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 180 Display problems 181 Disk drive problems 184 Optical drive problems 186 Sound system problems 187 PC Card problems 188 Printer problems 191 Modem problems 192 Wireless networking problems 193 DVD operating problems 196 Develop good computing habits 199 Data and system co...

Page 32: ...isplay brightness 215 Wireless setting 216 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 216 Keyboard hot keys 217 Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors 218 Appendix C Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 219 Getting Started 220 Starting ConfigFree 220 ConfigFree Utilities 222 Connectivity Doctor 222 Search for Wireless Devices 225 Profile Settings 230 ConfigFree SUMMIT 234 Quick Connect 238 Using th...

Page 33: ...n Union Directive 2002 95 EC Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment RoHS which restricts use of lead cadmium mercury hexavalent chromium PBB and PBDE Toshiba requires its notebook component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers commitment to meeting RoHS requirements by conducting component sampling inspections during ...

Page 34: ...are designed for a product Series Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model please visit Toshiba s Web site at pcsupport toshiba com While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein pr...

Page 35: ... of the risk and icons highlight these instructions as follows Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Indicates a potentially ...

Page 36: ...definition of a term used in the text Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation Satellite L30 L35 Series User s Guide this electronic manual Satellite L30 L35 Quick Start card Satellite L30 L35 Resource Guide Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Limited Warranty information Satellite L30 L35 Recovery DVD It may also contain guides for other programs that...

Page 37: ... com If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something Goes Wrong on page 166 Options You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use The following options are available Use only compatible memory modules See your Toshiba dealer for details Memory expansion Two memory modules can be installed in this computer Battery pack An additional...

Page 38: ...r Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may ...

Page 39: ...tioner vents or heaters Extreme heat cold or humidity Liquids and corrosive chemicals Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort that shipped with your computer contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use a...

Page 40: ...nstructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center Computer base and palm rest can become hot Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to d...

Page 41: ...e Internet Occasionally even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus You need a special program to check for viruses Ask your dealer to help you General Precautions Toshiba computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage ...

Page 42: ...re your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet even if your computer is in Standby mode In this condition observe the following Never cover your PC or AC adaptor with any object Never place your PC or AC adaptor near a heat source such as an electric blanket or heater Neve...

Page 43: ...xternal power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adaptor See Connecting to a power source on page 46 To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account you must either establish a Local Area Network LAN connection or connect the built in modem available on certain models to a telephone line see Connecting the modem to a telephone line on page 135 Setting up your so...

Page 44: ...er name and description and click Next or Skip 5 Select how your computer will connect to the Internet and click Next The computer will pause for a moment while checking for an Internet connection If an Internet connection could not be found a window will display the message An Internet connection could not be chosen Click Next to continue If you are connecting your computer to a network consult y...

Page 45: ...will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba limited Warranty To register online you must be connected to the Internet via your computer s modem available on certain models and a voice grade telephone line or by a Local Area Network Adding optional external devices Before adding external devices or memory Toshiba recommends setting up your software See Setting up your software on page 43 Af...

Page 46: ... that the power plug and extension cable plug if used has been fully inserted into the socket to ensure a secure electrical connection Failure to do so may result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury Be careful if you use a multiple connector An overload on one socket could cause a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury Always use the TOSHIBA AC ada...

Page 47: ... computer 1 Connect the power cord cable to the AC adaptor Sample Illustration Connecting the power cord cable to the AC adaptor Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Power cord cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord ...

Page 48: ...hands Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury The computer s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery s current charge Glows amber while the main battery is being charged AC adaptor connected Glows green when the main battery is fully charged Is unlit when the main battery has discharged the battery is not char...

Page 49: ...with the computer turned off until the battery light glows After that the battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer Once the battery is charged for the first time avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery TECHNICAL NOTE The recharging of the battery cannot occ...

Page 50: ...e display panel 1 Slide the display latch to the right 2 Lift the display panel Sample Illustration Opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer ...

Page 51: ... and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power Your computer s features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis unless you hav...

Page 52: ...ly When you turn on the computer for the first time do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely Adding memory optional HINT To purchase additional memory modules see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories toshiba com Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today s popular applications You may want to increase th...

Page 53: ...If you use the computer for a long time the memory module will become hot If this happens let the module cool to room temperature before you replace it To avoid damaging the computer s screws use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition Installing a memory module with the computer s power on may damage the computer the module or both The computer has two memory slots Slot A and Slot ...

Page 54: ...k Turn Off or Shut Down The operating system turns off the computer 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer including the AC adaptor 4 Remove the main battery For information on removing the battery see Removing the battery from the computer on page 118 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover Sample Illustration Locating t...

Page 55: ...you can retrieve them later Static electricity can damage the memory module Before you handle the module touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging w...

Page 56: ... the bottom module 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides avoiding any contact with its connector Position the module toward the socket aligning the connector s notch with the matching key in the socket Sample Illustration Aligning the memory module with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot s socket at approximately a 30 degree angle to the horizontal surface of the...

Page 57: ...ld snap into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly repeat steps 12 13 Sample Illustration Pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place Sample Illustration Inserting the memory module ...

Page 58: ...ast one memory module installed for the computer to work You can now continue setting up the computer When the operating system has loaded you can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in Checking total memory on page 60 Removing a ...

Page 59: ...f the above cases the Standby configuration will not be saved The following message appears when you turn on the power Warning Resume Failure Press Any Key to Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn it on perform the following Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds then turn the power on again 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module The memory module pops u...

Page 60: ...ule 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws 5 Re insert the main battery For more information on inserting the main battery see Inserting a charged battery on page 120 6 Turn the computer right side up 7 Reconnect the cables 8 Restart the computer TECHNICAL NOTE You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work Front of computer Memory slots ...

Page 61: ...chPad the small smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor To move the cursor to the top of the page push your finger forward on the TouchPad To move the cursor to the bottom of the page drag your finger toward yo...

Page 62: ...ck Tap the TouchPad once Double click Tap the TouchPad twice Drag and drop 1 Hold down the left control button and move the cursor to drag the item you want to move 2 Lift your finger to drop the item where you want it Scroll Vertical Move your finger up or down the right edge of the TouchPad Horizontal Move your finger left or right along the bottom edge of the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the ...

Page 63: ...75 x 8 375 ver 2 3 4 Click the TouchPAD ON OFF tab The TouchPAD ON OFF tab view window appears Sample Image TouchPAD ON OFF screen 5 Select Disable or Enable whichever is appropriate 6 Click Apply 7 Click OK The Mouse Properties window closes ...

Page 64: ...f device you are connecting To do this refer to the documentation for your operating system and devices Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen To do this 1 Connect the monitor s video cable to the RGB monitor port on the left side of the computer 2 Connect the device s power cable to a live ele...

Page 65: ...he setting you want takes effect Briefly pause each time you press the F5 key to allow time for the display to change This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order Built in display only Built in display and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Sample Image Power profiles 3 Release the Fn key TECHNICAL NOTE You can also change these settings using the Display Prop...

Page 66: ...play panel to match the resolution of the external display device The external display device must support a resolution of 800 x 600 or higher Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full size keyboard you can attach one to your computer The computer s USB ports support any USB compatible keyboard Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer s built in TouchPad You c...

Page 67: ...o make the connection you need a suitable USB cable which may come with your printer If a USB cable was not included with your printer you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store If your printer supports Plug and Play your computer will automatically recognize the printer the printer is then ready for use Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions TECHNICAL NOTE To ...

Page 68: ... completing the following procedure If your printer does not support Plug and Play follow these steps to set it up for the first time You only need to set up the printer once 1 Click Start and then Printers and Faxes The Printers and Faxes window appears 2 Click Add a printer The Add Printer Wizard appears Sample Image Add Printer Wizard 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up your printer N...

Page 69: ...ions such as creating a password service diskette require a diskette drive designed for use with 3 5 inch diskettes Sample Illustration Optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive connect the cable to one of the computer s USB ports Sample Illustration Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive ...

Page 70: ... the computer plugged into a power source even though the computer is off to fully charge the main battery Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed you have more than one option available for turning off the computer Turn Off or Shut Down Hibernate and Standby Each option has its advantages Turn Off or Shut Down Factors to consider when choosing either Turn ...

Page 71: ...he current state of the computer to the hard disk Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information system settings are retained indefinitely Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation While in Hibernation mode the computer uses no main battery power Because the state of the system is stored on the hard disk no data is lost if the main battery discharges Restarting...

Page 72: ...puter uses some main battery power The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your hard disk You should save your work before putting your computer on Standby Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning off the computer or using Hibernation mode When starting up again the computer returns to the mode in which you left it ...

Page 73: ...er follow these steps to turn off the computer 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer The Turn off computer dialog box appears Sample Image Turn off computer Windows dialog box 2 Click Turn Off The computer shuts down completely Shut Down For Windows XP Professional or Windows XP MCE when connected to a domain server follow these steps to turn off the computer 1 Click Start and then Shut down Th...

Page 74: ... Control Panel and then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon 3 Click on the Setup Action tab Sample Image Setup action settings screen 4 Select the options you want from the drop down lists When I press the power button Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Shut down if ...

Page 75: ...starting your computer To start the computer up again press the power button until the on off light glows green If you turn off the computer by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off the computer using the Hibernation command click Start Turn Off Computer and then select Hibernate Sample Image Turn off comput...

Page 76: ...lick the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon 3 Click the Setup Action tab 4 Select Hibernation for the options you want When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel 5 Click App...

Page 77: ...t Turn Off Computer and then select Stand By Sample Image Turn off computer Windows dialog box The computer saves the status of all open programs and files turns off the display and enters into a low power mode The on off light blinks amber indicating the computer is in Standby mode Configuring Standby mode options You can place the computer into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or...

Page 78: ... close the display panel 5 Click Apply 6 Click OK For more information about the Power Saver utility see TOSHIBA Power Saver on page 159 Once the computer is configured you can place it into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel depending on the Standby options set Starting again from Standby mode To start up the computer from Standby mode press the power bu...

Page 79: ...ncluding cleaning fluid out of the computer s keyboard speaker and other openings Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Moving the computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure all disk activity h...

Page 80: ...e lock visit accessories toshiba com Sample Illustration Computer lock cable To secure the computer 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object 2 Pass the locking end through the loop 3 Insert the cable s locking end into the security lock slot on your computer then engage the locking device The com...

Page 81: ...ou save it to the disk If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect or your battery runs out of charge while you are working you will lose all work since you last saved See Saving your work on page 90 for further information HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature that can be activated This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset inter...

Page 82: ...rtant for files you receive via diskette email or download from the Internet Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive motion injuries and eyestrain Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Before turning off the computer use the Turn off computer c...

Page 83: ... typewriter except that The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page The lowercase letter l el and the number 1 are not interchangeable The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable The Caps Lock function key locks only the alphabetic characters in uppercase while the shift lock on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position Th...

Page 84: ...y marked keys allows you to emulate a full size keyboard Your computer s keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key Most of the time this does not matter However some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full sized keyboard Using the Fn key you can simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the enhanced k...

Page 85: ...tions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer For example Fn F9 turns off the TouchPad For more information see Hot Keys on page 210 Windows special keys Sample Illustration Windows special keys Your computer s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows Windows key Opens the Start menu Application...

Page 86: ...top computer s keyboard Sample Illustration Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys To turn the numeric overlay on press Fn and F11 simultaneously The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on To disable the numeric overlay hold down the Fn key...

Page 87: ...n key and press F10 again The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on To find the file use My Computer or Windows Explorer If you prefer to open the program first you have four options You can Double click the icon for the progra...

Page 88: ...Accessories The Accessories menu is displayed 3 Click the program in this example wordpad WordPad opens To close the program click the Close button in the upper right corner of the program s window Starting a program from Windows Explorer If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu you can start it from Windows Explorer Windows Explorer gives you a view of your computer s contents as a hie...

Page 89: ... contained within the Program Files folder 7 In the left part of the window click Windows NT 8 In the left part of the window click Accessories Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window 9 In the right part of the window double click wordpad The operating system opens WordPad To close the program click the Close button in the upper right corner of...

Page 90: ...To run the same program again click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop down list Saving your work Before you turn off the computer save your work on the hard disk drive diskette flash media or CD This is one of the most important rules of computing TECHNICAL NOTE Save your data even when you are using the Standby command in case the main battery discha...

Page 91: ... created a new document your program displays a Save As dialog box Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name Sample Image Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored 3 Type a file name then click Save HINT To make another copy of the file you are currently working with choose Save As from the File menu and give ...

Page 92: ...ve Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format For example Microsoft Word saves files with a doc extension Any file name with an extension of doc is assumed to be a Microsoft Word file Creating your own extension is usually unwise since the program is unlikely to recognize a strange exte...

Page 93: ...onnect it If you use more than one printer or are changing printers you will need to set up the Windows operating system to run with the additional printer s To print a file 1 If your printer is not on turn it on now 2 In your Windows application click File and then Print The program displays a Print dialog box Sample Image Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters For example the range of p...

Page 94: ...r hard disk may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs DVDs You may prefer to use a high capacity backup system such as an external hard drive Small files can be backed up on diskettes if an optional external diskette drive is available Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk use the Restore page in the backup program Look in the online Help...

Page 95: ...is set to play region 1 North America DVD ROMs If you play a DVD disc from another region the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region The drive will allow you to change regions four times On the fourth change the region will be locked in That is the drive will only play DVDs from that last region Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is...

Page 96: ...the power is off Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it Writable discs This section describes the types of writable CD discs Check the specifications of your drive for the type of discs it can write CDs CD R discs can...

Page 97: ...ject button The disc tray slides partially out of the drive about 1 inch 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open Sample Illustration Drive tray fully extended Do not touch the laser lens Doing so could cause misalignment Keep foreign matter from entering the drive Check the back edge of the tray to make sure it carries no debris before closing the drive 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that ...

Page 98: ...ks into place When the drawer is fully opened the edge of the computer will extend slightly over the disc tray Therefore you will need to turn the disc at an angle when you place it in the tray After seating the disc however make sure it lies flat Handle DVDs and CDs carefully making contact only with the center hole and edge Do not touch the surface of the disc Do not stack discs If you incorrect...

Page 99: ... tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place You are ready to use the disc Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray If the computer is turned on Windows Media Player opens and the CD begins to play You can use the Windows Media Player program to control the CD To access the Windows Media Player you can open it through the Start menu or acti...

Page 100: ...ks much like an ordinary compact disc player To play the CD or to pause click the Play Pause button To stop the CD click the Stop button Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD turn the volume dial down Do not set the volume too high when using headphones Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing Stop button Play Pause button ...

Page 101: ...g this method try using an application that is associated with the media on the disc For example if it is a music CD open Windows Media Player and use it to select and then play the CD For other types of media use the associated software to open the files on the disc Creating a CD DVD Depending on the configuration your computer may come with a multi function drive that allows you to Play pre reco...

Page 102: ... optical drive Please refer to your computer s product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities Copy protection technology may also prevent or limit recording or viewing of certain optical media For details on how to use the software please refer to the respective Online Help menus Removing a disc with the computer on To remove a disc CD or DVD with the computer turned on 1 Pre...

Page 103: ...emove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Gently press the tray in to close it Caring for CD or DVD discs This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD DVDs Handle your media with care The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on them Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratche...

Page 104: ...pe toward the outward edge not in a circle If necessary moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner not benzine or rubbing alcohol Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive Toshiba s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect These sites provide information about Toshiba products give help with technical questions and keep you up t...

Page 105: ... 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 efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium Ion Li Ion battery...

Page 106: ...oshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba notebook computer To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month The Lithium Ion battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to let the battery fully discharge each time However for better accuracy of the battery meter it is...

Page 107: ... the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration For assistance with setup changes contact Toshiba s Global Support Centre Using additional ...

Page 108: ... charge the main battery while it is in your computer plug the computer into a live electrical outlet The battery charges whether the computer is on or off TECHNICAL NOTE The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications features and devices Your computer s Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level s...

Page 109: ...omputer s configuration settings When fully charged it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped resulting in the following error message during startup BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM CMOS CHECK SYSTEM The above error message may vary by computer model The RTC battery does not ch...

Page 110: ...ou can change the settings of the Real Time Clock by pressing F2 After configuring the time and date for the Real Time Clock battery we recommend that you leave your computer on so that the Real Time Clock battery is charged If the following message is displayed on the LCD ERROR 0271 Check date and time settings WARNING 0251 System CMOS checksum bad Default configuration used Press F1 to resume F2...

Page 111: ...ions and features used Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor If the AC power light flashes amber during charging either the battery pack is malfunctioning or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply Disconnect the AC power cord cable and remove the battery pack See Changing the main battery on page ...

Page 112: ...s calculations 1 Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance and then TOSHIBA Power Saver 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon The Power Saver Properties window appears The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity gradually decreases A frequently used older battery does not power the computer fo...

Page 113: ...w When the main battery runs low you can Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare Connect the computer to an optional high capacity battery if available for your computer Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these things before the ma...

Page 114: ...mpletely power down when the alarm goes off To change the default alarm settings 1 Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance and then TOSHIBA Power Saver 2 Click the Setup Action tab 3 Configure the Alarm settings to suit your needs Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors such as How the compute...

Page 115: ...vings and peak system performance You may also set individual power saving options to suit your own needs The following sections describe how to choose a Power Profile and discuss each power saving option Power Profiles You can choose a predefined Power Profile or select your own combination of power management options To do this 1 Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance and then TOS...

Page 116: ...it the program You do not have to restart your system before they become active settings For more information see TOSHIBA Power Saver on page 159 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile You may use a hot key to set the Power Profile To set the Power Profile 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the Power Profile pop up window Sample Image Power Profile pop up window 2 While continuing to pr...

Page 117: ...l protective device could fail causing it to overheat or ignite resulting in caustic liquid leakage or explosion or fire possibly resulting in death or serious injury TECHNICAL NOTE To avoid losing any data save your files and then either completely shut down your computer or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Stand...

Page 118: ...er or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in Using and configuring Hibernation mode on page 75 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer including the AC adaptor 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position Sample Illustration Unlocking the battery release lock ...

Page 119: ... battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to handle it and discard it immediately Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations Put insulating tape such as cellophane tape on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit fire or electric shock Failure to do so could possibly result in ser...

Page 120: ...r disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Built in HDD indicator to go out Do not touch the latch while holding the computer This may cause injury by accidentally dropping the battery Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until ...

Page 121: ...ion Inserting the battery 3 Slide the battery lock to the locked position Sample Illustration Locking the battery release lock 4 Turn the computer right side up 5 Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of Removing the battery from the computer on page 118 6 Restart the computer ...

Page 122: ...ercharge or reverse charge a battery Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could damage it Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object Short circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer Do not incinerate a spent battery as this could cause it to explode and release caustic liquid If a battery i...

Page 123: ...r saving options The computer provides a battery save mode which can be set in the TOSHIBA Power Saver to conserve battery power This mode has the following options CPU processing speed Screen brightness Cooling method System Standby System Hibernation Monitor power off How often and how long you use the hard disk optical disc How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optiona...

Page 124: ...AC adaptor and turn on the computer s power If it does not turn on go to step 4 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged If the battery light flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the comput...

Page 125: ...its operating life you will need to install a new one If the Battery indicator flashes amber shortly after fully recharging the battery the battery pack needs to be replaced You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged Never attempt to dispose of a battery pack by burning or by throwing it into a fire and never allow exposure to a heating apparatus e g microwave oven Heat can cause a battery p...

Page 126: ...s it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash Please be kind to our shared environment Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere call Toshiba at 800 457 7777 Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by sponsoring Cal...

Page 127: ...e of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cords and compact discs Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com TECHNICAL NOTE When traveling by air you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment The X ray equipment will not harm your comput...

Page 128: ...hing pad for everything you can do in the Windows operating system You use its features to start programs find documents set up system components and perform most other computing tasks HINT The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your sys...

Page 129: ...t button Taskbar System tray and background pattern Sample Image Windows operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder file or program that can be quickly activated by double clicking the icon You can create a new desktop icon for any folder file or program by dragging the element s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area Start button Taskbar Icons System tray ...

Page 130: ...r The Microsoft browser that provides access to the Internet Windows Media Player Plays and organizes digital media files on your computer and on the Internet If you place the cursor over an icon a popup description of the file contents appears Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration See Windows online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it S...

Page 131: ...of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background To learn more about each task position the cursor over the icon for a few moments and a short description of the task appears Typical tasks in the System tray are Current time Power usage mode Mouse properties and speaker volume To activate a specific task double click the appropriate System tray icon Setting up for communications To con...

Page 132: ...Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Phone and Modem Options The Phone and Modem Options Properties dialog box displays 4 Fill in the Local Information text boxes and click OK 5 Click the Modems tab Your modem should be listed next to one of the computer s COM ports 6 Make a note of the COM port number 7 To verify that the modem is set up properly select the modem you wish to check and then c...

Page 133: ...ons All data and fax functions are supported In case of a lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack Region selection Telecommunication regulations vary from one region to another so you will need to make sure the internal modem s settings are correct for the region in which it will be used To select a region follow the steps below 1 Click Start All Programs Toshiba Networking ...

Page 134: ...ion selection and the New Location for telephony will be set automatically When you select a telephony location the corresponding region is automatically selected and it becomes the modem s current region setting Properties menu Click the icon with the secondary mouse button to display properties menu on the screen Settings You can enable or disable the following settings AutoRun Mode The Region S...

Page 135: ...ect this item to display the dialing properties If you are using the computer in Japan the Telecommunications Business Law requires that you select Japan region mode It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection Connecting the modem to a telephone line Your computer comes with a built in modem available on certain models that can be connected to a standard voice grade telephone ...

Page 136: ...ct it to a telephone line Your computer s built in modem port provides an RJ 11 jack allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice grade telephone line 1 Plug one end of a telephone cable purchased separately into the modem port on the left side of the computer Sample Illustration Connecting the telephone cable to the modem port 2 Connect the other end to the RJ 11 wall jack Sample Illustr...

Page 137: ...tion line other than an analog phone line could cause a computer system failure If you use a storage device such as an optical drive or hard disk drive connected to a 16 bit PC Card you might experience the following modem problems Modem speed is slow or communication is inter rupted Skips may occur in sound Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the In...

Page 138: ...rator regarding set up procedures If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher You cannot use a CAT3 cable If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T you can connect with a CAT3 cable or higher Connecting LAN cable To connect the LAN cable follow the steps below 1 Turn off the power to the computer and to al...

Page 139: ...k on your computer For specific information about connecting to the network consult your network administrator While you are at home or traveling you need a dial up connection Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network Setting up the connection To set up an office connection consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations To set up ...

Page 140: ... Manager button 3 Select the appropriate network adapter 4 Click Actions 5 Select the Properties icon 6 Select the Do not use this device disable option from the Device usage drop down 7 Click OK Your LAN port is now disabled To enable the Ethernet LAN port repeat steps one through four Select the Use this device enable check box and click OK Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN feature is not available ...

Page 141: ...ireless LAN Security Be sure to enable the encryption function otherwise you may expose your computer to illegal access by an outsider across the Wireless LAN which may cause intrusion eavesdropping and the loss or destruction of stored data Toshiba strongly recommends the customer to enable the encryption function Toshiba is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN ...

Page 142: ... restart the computer to re enable it Alternatively you can also follow this procedure 1 In the Control Panel click Performance and Maintenance then System 2 Select the Hardware tab 3 Click Device Manager The Device Manager window opens 4 Click Network Adapters 5 Select your preferred Network Adapter and then click the Enable button in the tool bar Indicator status Indication Indicator off Wireles...

Page 143: ...s a technology that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables For information on how to set up a wireless connection refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator To use your wireless communication slide the wireless on off switch to the On position When th...

Page 144: ...sands of networks and millions of computers around the world connected by communications lines They all work together to share information The World Wide Web The World Wide Web or Web is a subset of the Internet a collection of interlinked documents located on computers connected to the Internet that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTTP The World...

Page 145: ...the Internet To connect to the Internet you need A modem and telephone line or a LAN connection A Web browser An Internet Service Provider ISP account The Microsoft Web browser Internet Explorer is automatically configured on your system so that when you first start it it guides you through signing up for a new ISP account or assists you in setting up your computer to work with your existing ISP O...

Page 146: ...net Web addresses can also appear within a Web page s text and are known as links Clicking a link automatically 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 yo...

Page 147: ... 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 data Exploring audi...

Page 148: ...lly into the microphone 5 When you have finished recording click the Stop button The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform You can only record 60 seconds at a time 6 To hear what you just recorded click the Play button 7 To save the file select Save from the File menu The microphone on your computer might be set to Mute To check this click Start All Programs Accessories E...

Page 149: ... headphones Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing TECHNICAL NOTE Use amplified speakers that require an external power source Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer 2 Using any necessary adapters plug the cable from the headphones or ...

Page 150: ... click Volume Control To launch Recording Control click Options Properties choose Recording and click OK If Recording cannot be chosen choose Mixer device before To view details of the Volume Control click Help on the Volume Control Microphone level To change the microphone gain follow the steps below 1 Click Start All Programs Accessories Entertainment and then click Volume Control 2 Click Option...

Page 151: ...ype I cards Type II cards The PC Card slot supports hot swapping which allows you to replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on Inserting a PC Card Before you insert a PC Card refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it Do not insert a PC Card while the computer is in standby or Hibernation Mode Some cards might not work...

Page 152: ...emoving a PC Card Be sure to disable the PC Card prior to removing it Otherwise the system may be damaged Before removing a PC Card make sure that no applications or system services are using the card 1 Prepare the card for removal by right clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then selecting the card or device you want to remove If the system is unable to prepare the car...

Page 153: ...he PC Card and slide it out of the slot Sample Illustration Removing a PC Card Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them Others such as hard disk cards network cards and SCSI adapters may need to be set up to work with your computer To set up your PC Card refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system man...

Page 154: ... reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs Together these allow you to ascertain certain system details set additional options or change default options These utilities are described in this chapter TOSHIBA Power Saver PC Diagnostic Tool Utility TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Utility ...

Page 155: ...mize a range of computer settings To access TOSHIBA Assist do one of the following Double click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities and then TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist window appears Sample Image TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers three categories of options Connect Protect Fix Optimize ...

Page 156: ...ailable in this category are ConfigFree Connectivity Doctor ConfigFree Protect Fix The feature available in this category is the PC Diagnostic Tool Utility Optimize The features available in this category are TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Utility ...

Page 157: ...ity 1 Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities and then PC Diagnostic Tool or click the PC Diagnostic Tool icon in the Protect Fix tab of TOSHIBA Assist The PC Diagnostic Tool window appears Sample Image PC Diagnostic Tool window 2 Select the devices that you would like to test by clicking the check box that appears to the left of the device Click the plus and minus symbols to expand and collaps...

Page 158: ... to receive a confirmation message when you use the Hotkey combination for Standby Fn F3 and Hibernation Fn F4 To activate the Hotkey utility 1 Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities and then Hotkey utility The TOSHIBA Hotkey window appears Sample Image TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility window 2 Select the desired option s 3 Click OK ...

Page 159: ... click the Power Management icon in either the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist or in the system tray The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears Sample Image TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power usage for both AC power and battery power as well as the estimated battery li...

Page 160: ...profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power Quickly creating a new power profile 1 Highlight one of the preset profiles 2 Click Copy A new profile appears with the title Copy of Name where Name is the title of the profile you copied 3 To rename the profile click Property 4 Type the name for your new profile and then click OK Customizing a power pr...

Page 161: ...unch is like a miniature Windows desktop You can personalize TOSHIBA Touch and Launch to help you work more efficiently To activate TOSHIBA Touch and Launch touch and hold your finger on a corner of the TouchPad The TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window appears Sample Image TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window A blue circle within the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window represents your finger location on the Tou...

Page 162: ...on corresponding to the selected icon launches and the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window remains open To close the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window release your finger when the blue circle is not on any icon Or click the Close button in the upper right area of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window The TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window has the following parts Sample Image Parts of the TOSHIBA Touch and La...

Page 163: ...art of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window are determined by which corner icons you select TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is controlled adjusted via an icon on the system tray The icon will change color when the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is active Double click the icon to open the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window Right click the icon to see the following shortcuts Settings The Settings function a...

Page 164: ...on you can change the icons you see at the four corners of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window using the drop down list boxes The icons are referred to as tables in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings dialog box The TouchPad settings button allows you to define how sensitive the TouchPad will be to your finger on the TouchPad before it activates the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window The Window set...

Page 165: ...e in the Corner Assignment section of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings As you select a table the Settings button may become active Not all tables have settings The New Table button allows you to create a new table The Delete button deletes the selected table Disabling or enabling TOSHIBA Touch and Launch You can set or clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in the TOSHIBA Touch ...

Page 166: ...u solve many problems by yourself It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit th...

Page 167: ... End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with the next step 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task To power off your computer do one of the following If you are not connected to a domain server 1 Click Start Turn Off Computer The Turn off computer window appears 2 Click Turn Off The computer tur...

Page 168: ...art All Programs Accessories and then click Notepad 4 Press Ctrl V 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 and how the error can be reproduced 6 Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on th...

Page 169: ...o clear the condition press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously Clearing the condition may get the computer running but it will not solve a resource conflict Read the documentation that came with the conflicting device and Resolving a hardware conflict on page 173 The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive Your computer normally loads the operating system from ...

Page 170: ...lays the Non System disk or disk error message Make sure there is no diskette in the optional external diskette drive If there is a diskette in the drive remove it and press any key to continue If pressing any key does not work press Ctrl Alt and Del to restart the computer For more information see The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive on page 169 The ...

Page 171: ...u may have to change your system s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem To do this use the options in the Startup menu To open the Startup menu 1 Restart your computer 2 Press F8 when your computer starts and before Windows starts loading The Windows Advanced Options menu displays these options Safe Mode Safe Mode with Networking Safe Mode with Command Prompt Enable Boo...

Page 172: ...not find the URL address I typed in Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with the forward slash Check the spelling of each name and the syntax of the address carefully A single incorrect letter or missed character will make it impossible for your browser to locate the site My browser cannot find a site I bookmarked The World Wide Web is constantly changing A site you bookmarked ...

Page 173: ...e driver conflict or a general hardware problem try using Windows Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first For help on hardware conflicts 1 Click Start then click Help and Support 2 Click the Hardware link in the window s left pane A list of category links appear 3 Click the Fixing a hardware problem link 4 Choose from specific topics and follow the steps If there is still a problem the ...

Page 174: ...computer s memory to store information as it works These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources Interrupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request IRQ because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor s time If two or more devices use the same IRQ the processor does not know which device is asking for a...

Page 175: ...The operating system is automatically set up to accommodate the new device If you install an older legacy device that the operating system cannot recognize the operating system may have difficulty assigning resources to it As a result a hardware conflict can occur Resolving conflicts There are several things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer...

Page 176: ...rmance and Maintenance 2 Click the Administrative Tools icon 3 Double click Computer Management then click Device Manager 4 Select the specific device from the device category To expand a device category double click the category 5 In the toolbar look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front This is the disable feature 6 Click the icon You are give...

Page 177: ...h provides an array of tabs They may include The General tab which provides basic information about the device The Resource tab which lists resources assigned to the monitor optional external optical drive optional external diskette drive and other power using functions This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources The Driver tab which displays the drivers being used by the device ...

Page 178: ...aking sure the module 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 installed the error is not caused by the memory module TECHNICAL NOTE You must have at least one memory module insta...

Page 179: ...th a soft dry cloth if necessary and replace the battery See Removing the battery from the computer on page 118 The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly If you think this is the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and try again If the battery has completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately Leave the AC adaptor and power cord cable connected wait ...

Page 180: ...or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information For more information on maintaining battery power see Charging batteries on page 108 Keyboard problems If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the keyboa...

Page 181: ... problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions The screen 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 any key type the password and press Enter If no password is registered press any key The screen reacti...

Page 182: ...es not look right You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button then clicking Properties This opens the Display Properties dialog box The Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to choose the colors for the screen The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen resolution The built in screen flickers Some flickering is a normal ...

Page 183: ...ble of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal External mode and not simultaneous mode Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors T...

Page 184: ... disk or one or more files appear to be missing Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name A or C Error checking Run Error checking which analyzes the directories files and File Allocation Table FAT on the disk and repairs any damage it finds To run Error checking 1 Click Start then click My Computer 2 Right click the drive you want to check 3 On the pop up menu click Properties T...

Page 185: ...s You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software Consult your network administrator Some programs run correctly but others do not This is probably a configuration problem If a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs A diskette will not go into the optional external diskette drive You may already have a dis...

Page 186: ...external drive make sure that the drive s cable is properly connected to the computer Make sure the tray that holds the CD ROM or DVD ROM is closed properly Press gently until it clicks into place Open the tray and remove the disc Make sure the tray is clean Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam Examine the disc to see if it is dirty If necessary wipe it with a clean cloth d...

Page 187: ... you are using The optical drive supports the CD Recordable CD R and CD Rewritable CD RW discs and DVD R RW or DVD RAM discs If the problem is with a data CD or DVD refer to the software s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program s needs The disc will not come out of the drive when you click the eject button on the screen Press the button on the optical drive itsel...

Page 188: ...ctions in this chapter may apply Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards See Resolving a hardware conflict on page 173 Card Information Structure When you insert a PC Card into a slot the computer attempts to determine the type of card and the resources it requires by reading its Card Information Structure CIS Sometimes the CIS contains enough information for you to use the card ...

Page 189: ...uality control If another PCMCIA equipped computer is 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 slot appears to be dead PC Cards that used to work no longer work Check the PC Card status 1 Click Start 2 Click My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properti...

Page 190: ...rting another without turning the computer off fails Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray 2 Select the item you wish to remove 3 Click Stop 4 Remove the device when prompted to do so 5 Click OK three times to close the Safely Remove Hardware screen Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or Standby mode T...

Page 191: ...ust two or three sheets of paper left in the tray Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer Run the printer s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in Setting up a printer on page 68 or in the instructions that came with the printer You may have connected the printer while the comp...

Page 192: ...the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port See Determining the COM port on page 132 Check the communications parameters baud rate parity data length and stop bits specified in the communications program It should be set up to transmit at 300 1200 2400 4800 9600 14400 28800 33600 bps bits per second or higher Refer to the program s documentation and ...

Page 193: ...r computer has an internal Wi Fi adapter check the device list in Device Manager part of the Windows Control Panel Some Toshiba models may have a Wi Fi antenna switch even though they do not have an internal Wi Fi adapter Verify that signal strength is good using the utility provided with the Wi Fi adapter If another computer is on the same network verify that it has network access and can connect...

Page 194: ...r wireless network connection then click Properties 4 Select Internet Protocol TCP IP then click Properties 5 Select Obtain an IP address automatically 6 Click OK then click Close Use IPCONFIG to verify that the computer has a useful IP address one other than the private address of 169 254 xxx xxx assigned by Windows Click Start then click Run Enter Cmd and press Enter Enter IPCONFIG ALL and press...

Page 195: ...ent firmware upgrades Problems with WEP keys in particular are frequently addressed in new firmware releases Special considerations for Windows XP Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP encryption is not enabled on the wireless access point When you install a wireless access point device Windows XP checks whether WEP encryption is enabled on the device If it is not enabled Windows XP adds the device to its ...

Page 196: ...oes not provide enough information to determine if this is the case contact that vendor s support group for further advice DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs you may be able to fix the problem yourself For general problems playing a DVD title try the following steps 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports 2 Ensure that the disc is properly inserte...

Page 197: ...e Manager to view the optical drive properties 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation A blank screen appears while watching a DVD ROM movie or title Disable the Shut off Monitor feature in the Display Properties using the following steps 1 Right click in a blank area of the Windows desktop 2 Click Properties 3 Click the Screen Saver tab 4 Deselect Sh...

Page 198: ...ed Flat Panel tab 4 Click Disable Display Stretch Feature 5 Click OK The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title If the screen saver is enabled it runs on top of any movie or title you are watching To disable the screen saver 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Appearance and Themes and double click the Display icon The Display Properties dialog b...

Page 199: ... Here are some ways you can do this Copy files to diskette Copy files to an external storage device Connect a CD DVD to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a CD DVD Connect your computer to the office network and copy files to your network partition Some people use a combination of these methods backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical fil...

Page 200: ... data documents and other important files Take advantage of these features to protect yourself from much more difficult and time consuming restoration procedures and to safeguard your valuable data from loss Saving system configuration with Restore Points The System Restore feature of Windows XP quickly creates Restore Points snapshots of your Windows configuration and saves them for later recall ...

Page 201: ...en Help and Support 2 Under Pick a Task click Undo changes to your computer with System Restore 3 Click Restore my computer to an earlier time then click Next 4 A calendar will be presented showing a month at a time Each date for which a Restore Point has been set will be marked as bold When a boldfaced date is clicked a description of the Restore Point will appear in a list to the right This list...

Page 202: ...nal CD and DVD writers are also widely available Follow these steps to back up files in the My Documents folder to one or more CDs 1 Put a blank CD R CD recordable disc into the computer s CD or DVD drive 2 A menu of options will appear Select Open writable CD folder using Windows Explorer and click OK 3 A Windows Explorer window will open for the blank CD This window will be referred to as the CD...

Page 203: ...do not find an application s data files in any of the folders within the My Documents folder check the application s options or preferences settings to discover the locations of the files 7 When you have finished copying files to the CD window click File Write these files to CD 8 A CD Writing Wizard will appear prompting for a name for the CD You may accept the default name or enter a new more des...

Page 204: ...select a particular Favorites folder to back up then click Next 5 In the Export Favorites Destination window use the Browse button to browse to the My Documents folder Click Save in the Select Bookmark file window and then click Next 6 Click Finish The message Successfully exported favorites should appear 7 Follow the steps above for backing up files from the My Documents folder to a CD Each CD ha...

Page 205: ...Windows to the state it was in prior to the installation undoing any changes that the installation process introduced Back up your critical data see Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP on page 202 Have your factory Restore Reconfiguration CD s on hand in case you need any files from them Do not guess follow directions carefully It is often necessary to run an installation utility first bef...

Page 206: ...ail business applications etc are working correctly and verify that important devices are still functioning 6 For each additional hardware or software item repeat these steps starting at step 1 if any of your critical data has changed or starting at step 2 if no critical data has changed If you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having pr...

Page 207: ...or the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States call 800 457 7777 Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware related Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you Toshiba s Technical Support Web site For technical support or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product informatio...

Page 208: ... Toshiba corporate site computers toshiba com Marketing and product information in the USA accessories toshiba com Accessories information in the USA www toshiba ca Canada www toshiba Europe com Europe www toshiba co jp index htm Japan http servicio toshiba com Mexico and all of Latin America Australia Toshiba Australia Pty Limited 84 92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Canada To...

Page 209: ...thin the US 949 859 4273 outside of the US this call may incur long distance charges Mexico Toshiba de México S A de C V Sierra Candela No 111 6to Piso Col Lomas de Chapultepec CP 11000 Mexico DF Spain Toshiba Information Systems España S A Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 Madrid San Fernando de Henares Spain United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems U K ...

Page 210: ...nation with the Fn key turn system functions on and off Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls Volume Mute Fn This hot key enables disables volume mute on your computer When volume mute is enabled no sound will come from the speakers or headphones ...

Page 211: ...ll cause the screen to go blank Using the pointing device or any key will make the display s content reappear The Windows operating system log on screen will appear prompting you for a password After typing in the password for the current user press Enter To activate the password feature 1 Click Start Control Panel and then Appearances and Themes 2 Click one of the following Choose a screen saver ...

Page 212: ...assword before activating the password feature To set up a password with a screen saver go to Windows online Help for instructions 1 Click Start and then Help and Support 2 In the Search field type password screen saver 3 Press Enter 4 Click the Protect your files with a screen saver password link located under the suggested topics Follow the steps listed in the Windows online Help to set up your ...

Page 213: ...file are set in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility For more information see TOSHIBA Power Saver on page 159 Fn This hot key places the computer into Standby mode A message box displays by default to confirm that the computer is entering Standby mode You can choose not to display this message box Sample Image Sample Standby confirmation box For more information about Standby mode please see Using and ...

Page 214: ... enabled the default a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode You can choose not to display this message box Sample Image Hibernation confirmation box If Hibernation mode is disabled this hot key will not respond For more information on Hibernation mode see Using and configuring Hibernation mode on page 75 ...

Page 215: ...Built in display only Built in display and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Sample Image Display options window To use a simultaneous mode you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device Fn This hot key decreases the screen brightness Fn This hot key increases the screen brightness ...

Page 216: ...tenna on off switch is in the on position Pressing Fn F8 allows you to switch between active wireless devices if the wireless communica tion switch is turned on If your wireless communication device is not installed no dialog box will appear Fn This hot key enables disables the TouchPad For more information on using the TouchPad see Disabling or enabling the TouchPad on page 62 Sample Image Disabl...

Page 217: ...ff Fn This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off Fn This hot key decreases the sound volume After you press this hot key an icon showing the new setting is displayed for two seconds Fn This hot key increases the sound volume After you press this hot key an icon showing the new setting is displayed for two seconds ...

Page 218: ...features a universal power supply you can use worldwide This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord cable connectors for various parts of the world USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia AS approved Europe VDA approved NEMKO approved ...

Page 219: ...nnections ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks For more information on using ConfigFree see the ConfigFree online Help The ConfigFree utilities include the following Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor utility is used to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your n...

Page 220: ...ee ConfigFree SUMMIT on page 234 ConfigFree also includes a screen saver that you can customize by adding identifying text to devices Click Options on the Connectivity Doctor screen to access the screen saver option Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen and how to start and set up ConfigFree For more detailed information on setting up and using ConfigFr...

Page 221: ...ncher displays on your computer desktop You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities Sample Image ConfigFree Launcher ConfigFree Launcher can be set to hide from view when it is not in use When this setting is active set the ConfigFree Launcher to Auto hide mode you can re display ConfigFree Launcher by moving the mouse cursor to the right of th...

Page 222: ...tions and fix network connection problems Using Connectivity Doctor you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices Wired and wireless network devices Routers hubs and bridges Access points The Connectivity Doctor displays the following information WEP Used not Used Wired connection line link speed Wirele...

Page 223: ...tion switch on or off Sample Image Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device such as its IP address subnet mask and MAC address A wireless network device also shows information such as the network SSID and the device s Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP key settings Sample Image Viewing device information ...

Page 224: ...wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is turned off the problem description screen will normally display automatically when you start the Connectivity Doctor and an exclamation point will appear next to the wireless communication switch The following checkboxes and buttons are provided on the Connectivity Doctor screen Stay on the task tray When checked t...

Page 225: ...gFree Launcher For Wi Fi networks the intensity of a signal is displayed in five levels or bands The signal from the connected access point is displayed in the bands surrounding the computer icon at the center of the map The closer to the center the stronger the connection Placing the pointer over the displayed point of light shows detailed information about the wireless device The wireless device...

Page 226: ...less connection This feature is only supported on systems running Windows XP SP2 or above To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point 1 Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree Launcher 2 Drag and drop the device you want to connect to the computer icon at the center of the map The Wireless Settings screen appears NOTE ...

Page 227: ...le Image Dragging a device to the Access Point Sample Image Wireless settings screen 3 Enter the SSID WEP information and connect to the device After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection list the system displays the Connection screen rather than the Wireless settings screen NOTE ...

Page 228: ...ces You can connect to devices shown on the Bluetooth map 1 Drag and drop the device you want to connect to the computer icon at the center of the map 2 Configured devices are automatically connected Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard where you can configure and connect to the device Transferring files using Bluetooth There are several ways to use Bluetooth to send fil...

Page 229: ...mple Image Dragging the file to the Bluetooth device icon To be prompted for the device 1 Drag and drop the file to the Bluetooth radar icon on the ConfigFree Launcher Sample Image Dragging the file to the Bluetooth radar icon Or you can right click the file and select Send to Bluetooth Devices ...

Page 230: ...ed line The icon changes to a pair of scissors 2 Click to disconnect from the device Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in profiles ConfigFree profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings If you visit a client company occasionally for example ...

Page 231: ...work devices infrared devices and set the power status of Bluetooth antennas TCP IP settings includes DHCP IP address subnet mask default gateway DNS server and WINS server settings Personal firewall settings for Internet connections Dial up connection settings for the default connection File and printer sharing settings Printer settings for the default printer Bluetooth Security Level for example...

Page 232: ... a wireless network select the desired Auto Switch Settings These options are unavailable if wireless devices have been disabled 11 Under Execute this program after switching click the Browse button and select the program file or Web site URL that is to start after switching to this profile For example to have Internet Explorer start in the Windows operating system after switching profiles type C ...

Page 233: ...of setting up profiles for different networking environments After you set up one or more profiles you can check their settings and fine tune them as necessary Profiles can also be imported and exported This feature is useful when transferring profile settings to other computers For more information about modifying importing and exporting profiles refer to the online Help NOTE ...

Page 234: ...stribute presentations reports or music files to meeting attendees or to users at different locations The SUMMIT utility uses the following types of connections Wireless LAN via Access Point Wireless LAN via Ad Hoc LAN same subnet Bluetooth PAN LAP Cross cable Ethernet or Gbit Ethernet To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT click the SUMMIT icon on the ConfigFree Launcher select the users that you want to at...

Page 235: ...pear on SUMMIT table Files can be shared with one user or all users attending the meeting To share a file with one user drag and drop the file on the user s icon Only the SUMMIT Host the initiator can share files with multiple users by this method SUMMIT users can share a file with only one other user Sample Image Sharing a file with one user NOTE ...

Page 236: ... summit and drag a file to the center of the SUMMIT table it will automatically be sent to all SUMMIT users who can then accept or decline the file as desired Sample Image Sharing a file with all users Participating users must be connected by LAN wireless LAN or Bluetooth PAN Firewall software may prevent ConfigFree SUMMIT from working Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT 1 Click th...

Page 237: ... user drag the file to the user s icon To share a file with all users drag the file to the center of the summit table There are other ways to send files to users To send files to all SUMMIT users 1 Right click the file and select Send to SUMMIT Devices 2 Click Send To send files to a user without creating a SUMMIT meeting 1 Drag and drop the file to the Wireless radar icon on the ConfigFree Launch...

Page 238: ...Projector Application There you can configure how you would like to use the projector To connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector 1 Click the icon in the system tray 2 Use the pointing device to select the Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ then click Connect Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set...

Page 239: ...ion setting to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on the projector Sample Image Projector icon when connected with Quick Connect If the wireless mode for the wireless setting is set for 5 GHz 802 11a Quick Connect changes this mode to 2 4 GHz 802 11b and then connects to the projector The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that were last used before the Quick Connect functio...

Page 240: ...ss Point is not available use the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature to connect your computer in Ad Hoc peer to peer mode and use the Summit feature To use this feature 1 Display the ConfigFree menu 2 Select the ConfigFree Link option from the Direct Link Toshiba Device submenu This action switches the computer s wireless network setting to Ad Hoc mode and launches the SUMMIT feature Sample Image ...

Page 241: ...mputer When the cable is reconnected the connection to the wired LAN is re established To use the Automatic Switch feature 1 Right click the icon in the system tray 2 Click Auto Switch The Auto Switch dialog box appears 3 Check Enable Wireless when cable disconnect occurs 4 Click OK If your computer is connected to multiple wireless LAN devices the Auto Switch SSID feature is disabled To enable th...

Page 242: ...atically switch profiles when connected to this SSID 7 Check Automatically switch profile when connected to this SSID 8 Click OK The computer is now configured to use the Semi Automatic Switch feature When the computer connects to an SSID in a profile a display notification window appears You can then click Switch on the window to switch profiles You can also set the option for having the switch b...

Page 243: ...may appear in this user s guide AC alternating current BIOS basic input output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD ROM compact disc read only memory CD RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port 1 serial port COM2 communications port 2 serial port CPU central processing unit DC direct current ...

Page 244: ... table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I O input output IRQ 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 Musi...

Page 245: ... simplest form there is one thin 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 inf...

Page 246: ...ing the speed at which information is passed between two devices This is the basic unit of measure used in modem communications and is similar but not identical to the baud rate See also baud rate boot To start the computer The term boot originates from bootstrap program as in pulling itself up by its bootstraps a program that loads and initializes the operating system See also reboot boot disk Se...

Page 247: ...rocessing program A character occupies one byte of computer storage chip A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing memory input output and or control functions Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards click To press and release the pointing device s primary button without moving the pointing device In the Windows operating system this refers to the pointing ...

Page 248: ...ce driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box An on screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user direct current DC The type of power usually supplied by batteries DC flows in one direction Compare alternating current AC direct memory access DMA A dedicated channel bypassing th...

Page 249: ...s left button unless otherwise stated double density diskette A 3 5 inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB ofinformation half the capacity of a high density diskette See also diskette high density diskette download 1 In communications to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network 2 To send font data from the computer to a printer See also upload drag To hold down the mouse b...

Page 250: ...rticular folder It consists of two parts the actual name and the file name extension See also file extension file extension The three characters following the period pronounced dot at the end of a file name The extension indicates the type of file Examples are exe for program files and hlp for help files See also file name folder Also called directory A container for organizing files saved to a di...

Page 251: ... your work including all open files and programs when you turn the computer off When you turn on the computer again your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off See also Standby Suspend high density diskette A 3 5 inch diskette that holds 1 44 MB of data See also diskette hot key 1 A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system opti...

Page 252: ...isplay that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels When an electric current passes through the electrodes the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it A filter over the electrodes permits only non polarized light to pass to the surface of the display creating light and dark pixels load To move information from a storag...

Page 253: ...ation Musical Instrument Digital Interface See MIDI N network A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail non interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electro...

Page 254: ... network adapter sound card or SCSI adapter peripheral Any device such as a printer or joystick that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer s CPU pixel Short for picture element The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer Plug and Play Generally refers to the computer s ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices When capitalized r...

Page 255: ...xels available horizontally and vertically restart Synonymous with reboot To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off See also boot RJ11 A modular connector used on most U S telephone systems and direct connect modems The RJ11 connector is a 6 wire connector ROM read only memory Non volatile memory that can be read but not written to Non volatile here m...

Page 256: ... Compare non system disk system prompt The symbol in the MS DOS operating system generally a drive letter followed by a greater than sign indicating where users are to enter commands T Toshiba tablet pen The writing instrument used with the tablet It is stored on the right side of the computer TFT display See active matrix display U universal serial bus USB USB is a serial bus that supports a data...

Page 257: ...is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components World Wide Web www The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site See also Internet ...

Page 258: ...11 charge not lasting 179 charging 46 49 conserving power 114 disposal 125 low charge 113 monitoring power 48 111 not charging 179 power profile 213 power profile hot key 116 real time clock RTC 107 removing 118 button power 52 start 130 C CD playing an audio 99 CD using 95 CD DVD creating 101 channels DMA 174 IRQ 174 character keys 83 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 176 communi...

Page 259: ...able TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 165 Disk Defragmenter 185 disk drive corrupted damaged data files 185 missing files trouble accessing a disk 184 running slow 185 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 185 cannot read a diskette 186 connecting 69 external connecting 69 display does not look normal flickers 182 external monitor not working 183 screen is blank 181 display device external 64 display ou...

Page 260: ...gain from 77 hot key display brightness 215 display modes 215 Hibernation mode 214 keyboard overlays 216 217 password security 211 power profile 213 Standby mode 213 volume mute 210 hot key power profile 116 hot key utility 158 hot keys 216 http 144 I icon 129 130 desktop 130 Internet Explorer 130 moving to desktop 129 recycle bin 130 safety 35 Windows Media Player 130 installation memory module 5...

Page 261: ...ng 132 monitor 64 connecting 64 not working 182 mouse installing 66 serial 66 N network accessing 139 Dial Up Networking Wizard 139 networking wireless 143 O opening the display panel 50 optical drive problems 186 troubleshooting 186 other documentation 36 overlay keys 86 P PC Card checklist 189 CIS Card Information Structure 188 computer stops working 190 configuring 153 errors 191 hot swapping f...

Page 262: ...81 external display not working 183 external monitor 182 faulty memory 178 hardware conflict 173 174 high pitched noise 188 illegal operation 168 Internet bookmarked site not found 172 Internet connection is slow 172 keyboard not responding 169 missing files trouble accessing a disk 184 modem not receiving or transmitting 192 no sound 187 non system disk or disk error 170 186 PC Card 188 checklist...

Page 263: ...nal 149 Standby mode 72 hot key 213 starting again from 78 start button 130 starting a program 87 Run dialog box 89 Windows Explorer 88 Windows Start menu 88 starting up the computer from Shut down 75 from Standby 78 Startup menu problem solving 171 system tray 131 T Taskbar 131 telephone line connecting to modem 135 television adjusting display 66 Toshiba registering computer 45 worldwide offices...

Page 264: ... sites 207 Wi Fi wireless networking 143 Windows Explorer 88 Windows Media Player 99 Windows Media Player icon 130 Windows operating system desktop 128 Windows Start menu 88 Windows XP Help and Support 172 problem solving 170 wireless networking 143 Wizards Dial Up Networking Wizard 139 World Wide Web 144 www 144 ...

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