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Toshiba Satellite P25 Series, User Manual

The Toshiba Satellite P25 Series user manual is a comprehensive guide that provides step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips, and detailed information on operating this state-of-the-art laptop. Download this manual for free from our website and unlock the true potential of your Toshiba Satellite P25 Series.

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Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3

❖

The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not 
interchangeable.

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The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not 
interchangeable.

❖

The 

Caps Lock

 key changes only the alphabet keys to upper 

case — the number and symbol keys are not affected. 
The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel 
illuminates when you press the 

Caps Lock

 key. 

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys

The 

Ctrl

, 

Fn

, and 

Alt

 keys do different things depending on the 

program you are using. For more information, see your 
program documentation.

Function keys 

The function keys (not to be confused with the 

Fn

 key) are the 

12 keys at the top of the keyboard. 

Function keys

F1

 through 

F12

 are called function keys because they run 

programmed functions when you press them. Used in 
combination with the 

Fn

 key, function keys marked with icons 

run specific functions on the computer.

Windows

®

 special keys

Windows

®

 special keys

Alt

Ctrl

Fn

.

Windows logo key

Application key

Summary of Contents for Satellite P25 Series

Page 1: ...P25Series User sGuide If you need assistance InTouch Center Calling within the United States 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 For more information see If Something Goes Wrong on page 219 in this guide ...

Page 2: ...l the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures alteration or loss of the data IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM WHEN COPYING ...

Page 3: ...enna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Tosh...

Page 4: ...andard jack called the USOC RJ11C Type of Service Your modem is designed to be used on standard device telephone lines Connection to telephone company provided coin service central office implemented systems is prohibited Connection to party lines service is subject to State tariffs If you have any questions about your telephone line such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it the t...

Page 5: ...elephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual In order to program this information ...

Page 6: ...ed to your computer NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 3 The sta...

Page 7: ...ss LAN is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representati...

Page 8: ...e reçu même 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 a...

Page 9: ... d une utilisation privée a l extérieur d un bâtiment audessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprés de I IBPT est requise Pour une utilisation publique à I extérieur de bâtiments une licence de I IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter I IBPT Deutschl...

Page 10: ...ge of the LCD screen For both antennas the radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In normal operating configuration the LCD in the upright position the distance betw...

Page 11: ...ist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio ...

Page 12: ...on systems 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 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...

Page 13: ...ning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for he...

Page 14: ...e 802 11b 2 4GHz 802 11a 5GHz Turbo Mode 5GHz Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA Ca...

Page 15: ...I Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Peru Portugal Sin...

Page 16: ...r http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for more information When you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA close to 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA always change the frequency move your PC to the area outside of the interference range of 2 4 GHz Wirele...

Page 17: ...tions of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board ...

Page 18: ...accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure lim...

Page 19: ...ration low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product Article 14 Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not cha...

Page 20: ...possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 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 Ra...

Page 21: ...fied may result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure 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 To use this model properly read the instruction manual carefully and keep it fo...

Page 22: ...ny product specifications is subject to change without notice TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC TOSHIBA PROVIDES NO LIMITED WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LI...

Page 23: ...y Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics Inc All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling in...

Page 24: ...er icons used 35 Other documentation 35 Service options 36 Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around 37 Making sure you have everything 37 Front with the display closed 38 Back 39 Right side 40 Left side 41 Front with the display open 42 Front panel lights 43 Indicator lights 44 Underside 45 ...

Page 25: ...ing the computer for the first time 59 Opening the display panel 59 Turning on the power 59 Using the TouchPad 60 Control buttons 61 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 61 Installing additional memory optional 62 Removing a memory module 66 Connecting a mouse 67 Connecting a printer 67 Setting up a printer 68 Turning off the computer 71 Caring for your computer 72 Cleaning the computer 73 Moving th...

Page 26: ...g the contents of a CD or DVD 89 Removing a disc with the computer on 90 Removing a disc with the computer off 90 Caring for CDs and DVDs 91 Setting up for communications 91 Connecting the modem to a phone line 92 Connecting your computer to a network 92 Powering down the computer 93 Using Shut down 93 Hibernation command 94 Stand By command 95 Turning off more quickly 95 Starting again after Shut...

Page 27: ...omputer 109 Taking care of your battery 110 Maximizing battery life 111 Disposing of used batteries safely 113 Traveling tips 113 Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows XP Operating System 115 Lesson 1 Exploring the desktop 116 Finding your way around the desktop 116 Windows XP file system 118 Lesson 2 Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 119 Lesson 3 Learning about the Internet 121 Less...

Page 28: ...ls 142 Lesson 15 Turning off your computer 143 Chapter 6 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 144 Media Center Setup 145 Connecting the Computer to a Television 145 Connecting the Remote Sensor 145 Starting the Media Center 148 Remote Control For Media Center 152 Watching Television Programs 158 Watching Live TV Using Time Shifting 160 Selecting a Program from the TV Guide 160 Watch...

Page 29: ...al Movies 179 Organizing Your Videos 180 Playing Digital Videos 181 Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode 181 Sorting Videos 182 Watching a DVD 182 Stopping a DVD Movie 183 Playing a DVD movie already in your drive 184 Changing the Media Center Settings 184 Chapter 7 Exploring Your Options 193 Windows XP special features 193 Personalizing your desktop 194 Customizing the taskbar 194 Bringing the wor...

Page 30: ...ovider 206 Surfing the Internet 206 Internet features 207 Uploading and downloading files on the Internet 207 Exploring video features 208 Changing the display properties setting 208 Display settings hot key 209 Exploring audio features 209 Recording sounds 209 Using a microphone 210 Adjusting recording settings 211 Using external speakers or headphones 211 Connecting a monitor keyboard and mouse ...

Page 31: ...e Manager 227 Memory card problems 229 Power and the batteries 230 Keyboard problems 231 Display problems 232 Disk drive problems 234 DVD ROM or multifunction drive problems 236 Sound system problems 237 PC Card problems 237 Printer problems 241 Modem problems 242 Develop good computing habits 242 If you need further assistance 243 Before you call 244 Contacting Toshiba 244 Other Toshiba Internet ...

Page 32: ...ower usage mode 251 Stand by mode 252 Hibernation mode 253 Display modes 254 Display modes 254 Enabling a wireless device 255 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 255 Keyboard hot keys 256 Appendix B Power Cable Connectors 257 Glossary 258 Index 273 ...

Page 33: ... operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access This guide contains information about your operating system and how it functions with your Toshiba computer For specific information on the software see the Microsoft booklet that shipped with your computer This guide This guide introduces the computer s features You can Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and...

Page 34: ...ata These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk and the icons highlight these instructions as follows Danger indicates a hazardous situation which will result in death serious personal injury or substantial property damage if the safety instruction is not observed Warning indicates a hazardous situation which can result in death serious personal injury or su...

Page 35: ...of a term used in the text Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation This electronic user s guide Look for the user s guide icon on your desktop or in the DOCS folder on the C drive Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery CDs For accessory information visit Toshiba s web site at tos...

Page 36: ...ce options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServTM limited warranty programs For more information visitToshiba s Web site at toshiba com If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something Goes Wrong on page 219 ...

Page 37: ...e when you need to locate specific parts of the computer Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you received everything If any items are missing or damaged notify your dealer immediately For additional help see If you need further assistance on page 243 ...

Page 38: ... computer turned on For more information see CD DVD control buttons on page 84 The front panel lights provide information about various system functions For more information see Front panel lights on page 43 The TV tuner allows you to connect external video devices through either an audio video cable or coaxial cable For more information on using the TV tuner see Media Center Setup on page 145 Dis...

Page 39: ...The USB Universal Serial Bus ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer DEFINITION USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards pointing devices and monitors USB peripherals have a single standard for cabling and connectors The USB standard allows hot swapping of peripherals The cooling vent prevents ...

Page 40: ...ard slot holds a stamp size flash memory card with various capacities of memory The S video port lets you play DVD audio and video on a projector or TV that accepts video inputs The i LINK port also known as the IEEE 1394 port allows transfers of large quantities of data between the computer and an external device such as a video camera The USB ports let you connect a USB peripheral to your comput...

Page 41: ...r computer The volume control lets you adjust the sound on your computer To turn the volume up turn the dial to the right To turn the volume down turn the dial to the left The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable to your computer for securing it to a large heavy object such as your desk On those systems with Wi FiTM the wireless antenna on off swi...

Page 42: ...rnet button launches your default Internet browser The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions The One Touch TV Out button activates an external display device such as a TV when connected to the S video port The 85 key keyboard provides all the functionality of a full size keyboard For more information see Using the keyboard on page 76 Power button Screen panel lights Front...

Page 43: ...ng proper posture while using the computer The CD DVD control buttons let you play audio CDs when the computer is turned off You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs with the computer turned on For more information see CD DVD control buttons on page 84 The stereo speakers let you hear sounds such as system alarms associated with your software and music from DVD ROMs and audio CDs Front panel lig...

Page 44: ...e digital mode light goes on in digital mode when the computer is playing a CD or DVD with the computer on The disc activity light flashes when the Modular bay drive is being accessed The caps lock light glows when you press the Caps Lock key When this light is on pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase capital letter The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control ...

Page 45: ...ets you use one of several possible optical drive modules A DVD ROM drive is shown in place For more information see Using the Modular Bay on page 212 The expansion memory slot cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you insert additional memory See Installing additional memory optional on page 62 for detailed information Expansion memory slot cover Primary modular bay Hard disk drive ...

Page 46: ...vent possible CPU overheating do not block the cooling vents when the computer is in use The battery pack contains the battery For information about replacing the battery see Changing the main battery on page 109 The release and lock secures the battery cover to the computer preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case ...

Page 47: ... designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface which is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation and prevent overheating To keep your computer in prime operating conditio...

Page 48: ...ectly after you turn it back on contact a Toshiba authorized service provider Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers With a little care and proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries For more information consult bo...

Page 49: ...ss chair more comfortable than a conventional chair Correct posture and positioning of the computer Whichever type you choose use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floo...

Page 50: ...osition the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that could shine directly in your eyes If possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area Arms and wrists Avoid bending arching or twisting your wrists Keep them in...

Page 51: ... Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds Precautions Your notebook computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use and to withstand the rigors of travel You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of the...

Page 52: ...it dry out before you use it again Never turn off the computer if a drive 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 Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as large stereo speakers Information on disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close...

Page 53: ...ee Connecting the AC adapter for more information Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft s End User License Agreement and click Next 3 Enter the computer name and description and click Next or Skip The computer...

Page 54: ...t 5 Click Yes to register or No to exit the process If you click No you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop 6 If you selected Yes in step 5 enter your personal information in the registration window A window will display the message Who will use this computer 7 Enter your name and click Next to complete the process A window will display the message T...

Page 55: ...licking on the icon on the desktop at a later time To register online your computer s modem must be connected to a voice grade telephone line Adding external devices Before adding external devices Toshiba recommends setting up your software first See Setting up your software on page 53 Before starting to use your computer you may also want to Add more memory see Installing additional memory option...

Page 56: ...ty for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter When you connect the AC adapter to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As...

Page 57: ...ct AC power to the computer 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN on the back of the computer Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet ...

Page 58: ...e main battery plug the computer into a live wall outlet It takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on For more information on battery use see Running the computer on battery power on page 101 TECHNICAL NOTE The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power Once the battery is charged for ...

Page 59: ...he computer using the display panel Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and is manufactured using high precision technology Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology Turning on the power 1 Check that...

Page 60: ...omputer is not connected to an external power source For information on determining battery power see Monitoring battery power on page 105 The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use The disc activity indicator flashes while the modular bay is being accessed Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use Using the TouchPad The TouchPad the ...

Page 61: ...y double tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons For more on the TouchPad see Lesson 2 Using the TouchPad and control buttons together on page 119 Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item move the cursor to the item then press and release the primary left hand button To double click press the primary button twice in rapid succession The primary button usual...

Page 62: ... Disable or Enable whichever is appropriate 6 Click Apply 7 Click OK The Mouse Properties window closes 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window 9 Close the Control Panel window The Fn F9 shortcut can be used to enable or disable the TouchPad see Hot Keys on page 249 Installing additional memory optional Before you install or remove a memory module turn off the computer using the Start menu ...

Page 63: ...e the memory modules will become hot If this happens let the modules cool to room temperature before you replace them You need a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver to install a memory module To avoid damaging the computer s screws use a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver that is in good condition If you are adding memory after you have started to use the computer begin at step 1 otherwise skip to ...

Page 64: ...screws that secure the expansion memory slot cover then remove the memory slot cover Removing the memory slot cover 5 Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that 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 Memory slot cover ...

Page 65: ...he gold connector bar faces the slot fit the module into the socket 8 Gently put the memory module connector down at an angle and press down until the clips snap into place Do not force the module into position The memory module should be level when secured in place Inserting the memory module Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Grease or dust on the connectors ma...

Page 66: ...omputer does not recognize the memory shut down the computer remove the memory slot cover and make sure the memory module is seated properly as described in step 8 Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in Installing additional memory optional on page 62 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up Removing the memory module 3 Gently pull the memory module di...

Page 67: ...ter You must supply the proper printer cable If one did not come with your printer you may purchase one from an electronics or computer store If your printer is ECP or IEEE compliant make sure your printer cable is an IEEE 1284 cable Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer If you do not install the softwar...

Page 68: ...Connecting the parallel printer cable while the computer is on may damage the printer the computer or both 1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer s parallel port Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable 2 Plug the printer s power cable into a live AC outlet See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps or see Setting up a printer below Setting up...

Page 69: ...rinter Wizard If you plan to set up a printer later click Cancel Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard 1 Click Start Control Panel then Printers and Other Hardware 2 Select Printers and Faxes The Printers and Faxes window appears Sample Printers and Faxes window 3 Click Add Printer The Add Printer Wizard starts ...

Page 70: ...matically You can ignore the remainder of this section See your printer manual 5 If the printer you are setting up Is not connected to a network select Local printer attached to this computer If you select Local printer check Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer Is connected to a network select Network printer or a printer attached to another computer 6 Click Next The Add Prin...

Page 71: ...10 To set up the printer to be the default printer for the operating system click Yes 11 Click Next The operating system prompts you to print a test page 12 If your printer is connected and turned on click Next To complete the setup procedure without printing a test page click No then click Next 13 Click Finish You are now ready to print Depending on your program you may see various messages indic...

Page 72: ...ed to a network use the Windows Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that when you turn on the computer again you will automatically return to where you left off To leave the computer off for a longer period you can use the Windows Turn Off command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut down when connected to a domain server instead Never turn off the ...

Page 73: ... computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure all disk activity has ended the disk activity lights stop glowing and all external peripheral cables are disconnected Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back where the ports are located Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration transport it in a carrying case for l...

Page 74: ... 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 then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it The computer is now securely locked to deter computer theft Locking the computer ...

Page 75: ...system error occurs and you must restart your computer or your battery runs out of charge while you are working Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low See Power management on page 102 HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals See your software documentation for detai...

Page 76: ... other utilities Always use the proper procedure to turn off the computer See Powering down the computer on page 93 The operating system records information such as your desktop setup during its shut down procedure If you don t let the operating system shut down normally details such as new icon positions may be lost Using the keyboard Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very...

Page 77: ...Ctrl Fn and Alt keys Ctrl Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl Fn and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using For more information see your program documentation Function keys The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run programmed functions when you press them ...

Page 78: ...yboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the ten key keypad on a desktop computer s keyboard Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay press Fn and F11 simultaneously The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator pan...

Page 79: ...e light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Using the cursor control overlay To turn on the cursor control overlay press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase letters hold...

Page 80: ...s for starting a program from the Start menu See Lesson 6 Starting programs on page 125 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer save your work to the hard disk drive Always save your data even when you are using the Stand by If your battery fully discharges your information will be lost Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low see Power management on pa...

Page 81: ...ime you connect it If you use more than one printer or are changing printers you will need to set up the 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 the File menu of your program click Print The program displays a Print dialog box 3 Click OK to print Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files ...

Page 82: ...tile discs DVDs provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform These features include wide screen movies multiple language tracks digital surround sound multiple camera angles and interactive menus For these reasons your computer may come with a DVD ROM If a DVD ROM drive or Multifunction drive is not currently installed in th...

Page 83: ...f the computer The CD DVD control buttons are located at the front edge of the computer and can be accessed when the display panel is closed or open DVD ROM drive components Your DVD ROM drive may look like this Sample DVD ROM drive Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in use indicator light is glowing Doing so could damage the disc or the drive The eject button re...

Page 84: ...button switches between the CD DVD and digital audio modes You can lock the mode to its current setting by pressing and holding the mode button for four seconds When the mode button is locked you cannot switch between the CD DVD and digital audio modes To unlock the mode button press and hold it for four seconds The previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc The next track bu...

Page 85: ... If a CD is in the drive the system enters CD player mode and operates as a stand alone CD player If a DVD is in the drive the operating system starts and the DVD player starts The operating sys tem starts the Media Player starts and the digital audio file begins to play While in CD DVD mode you press the mode button DVD ROM drive power turns off Operating system is running and you press Play Paus...

Page 86: ...ms Accessories Entertainment Volume Control 1 If the computer is turned on press the eject button on the DVD ROM drive The disc tray partially opens To avoid damaging a disc or losing data check that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust Handle discs carefully...

Page 87: ... up Inserting a disc Be careful not to touch the drive s lens located underneath the drive s spindle or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place Positioning the disc on the spindle Disc Spindle Correct position Incorrect position Incorrect position ...

Page 88: ...ose the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player option and click OK Sample Audio CD window The Windows Media Player wind...

Page 89: ...play the CD or to pause click the Play Pause button on the CD Player control panel To stop the CD click the Stop button Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space such as photographs and large presentation files You Play Rewind Stop Previous track Next track Mute Volume cont...

Page 90: ...nd pull it fully open 3 Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its protective cover If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray wait for the disc to stop before removing it 4 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object such as a straightened paper cl...

Page 91: ...ata properly Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold To clean a disc wipe it from the center outwards not in a circle with a clean dry cloth 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 Setting up for communications To communicate across the telephone lines with ano...

Page 92: ...cting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network remotely using the built in modem and a dial up connection For specific information about connecting to the local area network LAN or wide area network WAN consult your network administrator To use a dial up connection have your network administrator configure your computer for the network and supply you with the telephone...

Page 93: ...atically at a time you designate This option is helpful for transferring files by modem at night You can set the computer to turn on and send or receive the files while you are asleep This option is called Auto Power On TECHNICAL NOTES Before using any of these options to power down your computer save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off If you change your mind and decide to c...

Page 94: ...ory When you start up again the computer runs a self test loads the operating system and then returns to the state in which you left it Factors when choosing Hibernation mode While in Hibernation mode the computer uses no battery power Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk no data is lost if the battery discharges Restarting from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery power...

Page 95: ... data will be lost if you do not save your work before entering Stand by mode Restarting from Stand by mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Shut down or Hibernation mode When starting up again the computer returns to the mode in which you left it including all open programs and files you were using If you power down using the Stand by and the battery discharges fully your inf...

Page 96: ...Advanced tab and select the options you want When I close the lid of my portable computer Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut down when you close the display panel When I press the power button on my computer Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut down when you press the power button Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab 4 Click Apply 5 Click OK then close...

Page 97: ...Click Hibernate The computer saves the mode of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk and then powers down completely Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode by pressing the power button or closing the display panel 1 Click Start Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Double click the Toshiba Power Management...

Page 98: ...b 4 Click Apply 5 Click OK then close the Control Panel Starting again from Hibernation mode To start the computer from Hibernation mode press and release the power button The computer returns to the screen you were using If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel If your computer is running on batteries you cannot s...

Page 99: ...og box The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to memory turns off the display and goes into a low power mode The on off light blinks to indicate the machine is in Stand by mode If you power down using the Stand by and the battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work first If you power down using the Stand by and the battery discharges fully...

Page 100: ...hen I press the power button Set this option to Stand By to put the computer into Stand by mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Stand By to put the computer into Stand by mode when you close the display panel 5 Click OK 6 Close the Control Panel Starting again from Stand by To start the computer from Stand by mode press the power button The computer returns ...

Page 101: ... 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 high capacity ba...

Page 102: ...ease see Maximizing battery life on page 111 for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power either through an AC adapter or a docking station if applicable to your system for an extended period more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge This may shorten the life of the battery and the battery light may not indicate a low battery condition In addition the compute...

Page 103: ...ures used The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer To charge the battery plug the computer into a live wall outlet It takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on TECHNICAL NOTE The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power The battery may not start cha...

Page 104: ...time clock RTC and calendar During normal use the main battery keeps the RTC battery adequately charged Occasionally the RTC battery may lose its charge completely especially if you have had the computer turned off for a long time If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working To recharge the RTC battery plug in the computer and l...

Page 105: ...mpletely discharged Determining remaining battery power Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and perform its calculations 1 Click Start Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Double click the Toshiba Power Management icon The current power source a...

Page 106: ...u are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors such as How the computer is configured How much you use the display panel...

Page 107: ...ug the computer into an external power source and recharge the battery Put the computer in Hibernate mode and replace the battery with a charged spare Save your work and turn off the computer If you don t manage to do any of these things before the battery completely runs out of power the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode and turns itself off Hibernate mode keeps track of where you were...

Page 108: ...remaining battery power haw been reached You can set how the warning occurs sound an alarm display a message both or none You can also set the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernate mode or to completely power down when the alarm goes off To set an alarm 1 Click Start Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Double click the Toshiba Power Management icon 3 Click the Alarm tab and set ...

Page 109: ...ircuit its terminals Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work 2 Turn off the computer via the Start menu or place it in Hibernate mode according to the instructions in Using Hibernation on page 97 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down with the front side of the computer facing you 5 Slide the battery lock forward to...

Page 110: ...diately following the advice in Disposing of used batteries safely on page 113 Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life Safety precautions If the battery pack produces an odor overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged turn off the computer s power immediately and disconnect the power cord from...

Page 111: ...the main battery use an identical battery that you can purchase through toshiba com Reverse Polarity should be avoided with all batteries The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity Charge the battery pack only in the computer When you install the battery pack you should hear a click when it is inserted properly Do not expose the battery pack to fire The battery...

Page 112: ...y LED should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged If the DC IN or AC power light indicator does not glow power is not being supplied Check the connections for the AC adapter and power cord 5 Charge the battery pack until the Battery LED glows green If you have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period more than one mont...

Page 113: ...sponsible it may be illegal Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba The materials that came with your computer may include an insert regarding the disposal of batteries If not check with your local government agency for information on where to recycle or dispose of old batteries Traveling tips The environmental precautions lis...

Page 114: ...als power cables and compact discs Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information TECHNICAL NOTE When traveling by air you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment The X ray equipment will not harm your computer ...

Page 115: ...ter will more than offset the short amount of time spent going through these lessons As you explore your computer s operating system further you will often discover alternative ways of accomplishing a particular task For more detailed information on your operating system refer to the Microsoft Windows XP operating system documentation that came with your computer HINT The illustrated examples in t...

Page 116: ...its features to start programs find documents set up system components and perform most other computing tasks Finding your way around the desktop Your computer s desktop includes several standard features icons Start button shortcut tray taskbar system tray and background pattern Sample Desktop Icons An icon represents a folder file or program that can be quickly activated by double clicking on it...

Page 117: ... Recycle Bin Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration See Windows XP online Help and Support for more specific information on each icon and how to use it Start button You use the Start button to Start programs Access Microsoft Windows XP operating system update information Open recently accessed documents Adjust system settings Search for files Access Windows Help and S...

Page 118: ... XP file system All files on your computer are organized for accessibility using a hierarchal file system Programs documents and other data are held in files These files can be grouped together in folders and folders can be grouped inside other folders for convenient organizing All the files and folders reside in your computer on a storage device such as a disk drive You can think of your computer...

Page 119: ...ointer to the Start button then click the primary button usually the left to open the Start menu In this guide the term click refers to the primary button which is usually the left hand button You can also double tap the touch pad surface to perform the same function Instructions requiring the secondary button specifically mention that button For example click the secondary button 2 Click an empty...

Page 120: ...e upper right corner of this window The operating system closes the My Computer window If the taskbar is locked you need to unlock it To unlock the taskbar place the cursor on the taskbar and click the secondary button Uncheck Lock the Taskbar 7 Click an empty area of the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and while holding down the primary button use the TouchPad to drag the pointer to the right...

Page 121: ...ck the taskbar once again and drag it back to the bottom of the desktop Lesson 3 Learning about the Internet This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a window and from the taskbar The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider ISP Opening a Web page from a window The most common way to open a Web page is by typing a Web address in the address line of the Web...

Page 122: ... is not checked The operating system displays the address bar It indicates that you are in My Computer You can also type a Web address in the address line Sample My Computer window Lesson 4 Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop then click the secondary button The operating ...

Page 123: ...new document in Notepad the text editor built into the operating system Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens there is a new button on the taskbar that reads My New Doc Notepad the name may be too long to fit into the taskbar space but if you point to the name the complete name is visible By displaying buttons like this one the taskbar helps you keep track of the programs and f...

Page 124: ...he operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu 2 Click New then click Folder The operating system creates an icon on the desktop called New Folder with the icon name highlighted 3 Type a name for the folder such as My Folder then press Enter 4 Close the Notepad document you just created by clicking the Close button on the right side of the Notepad title bar The operating system displays th...

Page 125: ...you will know which program you want to use for a particular task This lesson teaches you how to launch programs from the Start menu using two of the programs that are built into the Windows XP operating system Paint and Windows Explorer 1 Click Start then point to All Programs The operating system displays a list of program folders 2 Point to Accessories then click Paint The operating system open...

Page 126: ...example it lets you see all the files in a particular folder on the computer s hard disk Sample Windows Explorer window Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it one for Paint and one for Windows Explorer 5 Click the Paint button on the taskbar The operating system displays the Paint program The operating system places the active window on top of other windows on the desktop unless you have sel...

Page 127: ... several ways to adjust the size shape and position of windows open on the desktop Using the taskbar If you have applications open on the desktop you can rearrange them by pointing to the taskbar using the TouchPad and clicking the secondary button The Windows XP operating system provides these options Move windows Size windows Minimize all windows display only the taskbar buttons Maximize windows...

Page 128: ...to fill the screen hiding everything except the taskbar Notice that the Maximize button has changed It is now called the Restore Down button HINT Maximizing a program is a good way to work when you are only using that program and do not want any distractions on the screen Resizing and moving windows 1 Click the Restore Down button in the top right corner of the Paint window Paint returns to its pr...

Page 129: ...ck Windows Explorer button on the taskbar 6 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change the size and position of Windows Explorer placing it on the right side of the desktop Now that the windows are side by side you can see how you could refer to one window while working in the other Resizing and moving windows allows you to rearrange the desktop to suit your needs Experiment with different sizes and placement...

Page 130: ...window Windows Explorer closes removing the Explorer button from the taskbar as well 2 Close Paint and the My Computer window assuming it is still open by clicking the Close buttons for each program HINT Always save your work before you close a program Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts By adding shortcuts to your desktop you can open programs or files with the click of a button You will probably want to...

Page 131: ...erating system displays the Create Shortcut dialog box Sample Create Shortcut dialog box 3 In the Command line box type c windows system32 calc exe and click Next The operating system prompts you to select a name for the shortcut 4 Type Calculator and click Finish The operating system displays the new shortcut on your desktop Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Use this method when you don t ...

Page 132: ... XP Operating System Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 3 Sample Search options on the Start menu 2 Click All Files and Folders The operating system displays the Search Results dialog box Sample Search Results dialog box ...

Page 133: ...rs on your desktop Clicking a shortcut icon opens the program or folder immediately You can place as many shortcuts on your desktop as you find useful HINT The Character Map is a useful tool when you want to add a special character to a document Lesson 10 Changing the screen saver You can personalize the background area of your desktop with pictures patterns or colors The background is considered ...

Page 134: ...n This lesson introduces object properties by showing you how to change one of the properties of the desktop the screen saver This is a continuously changing pattern that appears on the screen during pauses in your work 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop then click the secondary button The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu 2 Click Properties The operating system o...

Page 135: ... pattern and applied it to your desktop click OK The operating system returns you to the desktop You can view any object s properties by clicking the object with the secondary button then choosing Properties from the shortcut menu that appears The next lesson explains how to set two other properties the date and time Lesson 11 Setting the date and time You initially set the computer s date and tim...

Page 136: ...tton then click Adjust Date and Time or double click the time display 4 Click the Date Time tab and set the correct month year day and time 5 Click the Time zone tab then the drop down list box and set your time zone 6 Click OK There is a third tab Internet Time which when selected allows you to have Windows XP automatically synchronize your time However you need to be connected to the Internet fo...

Page 137: ...objects from the desktop and introduces the Recycle Bin 1 Click the New Folder icon you created drag it until it is over the Recycle Bin icon and it changes color then release the primary button The icon disappears But it is not really gone It is merely set aside in the Recycle Bin so that you can restore or delete it later 2 Repeat step 1 for any other icons you created during this tutorial Each ...

Page 138: ...s tutorial you will use the Recycle Bin to delete other objects such as folders documents and sometimes even programs Still the process is the same Just drag an object s icon to the Recycle Bin If you change your mind and want to restore an object you sent to the Recycle Bin select the object with the secondary button and click Restore Down The operating system restores the object to the place fro...

Page 139: ...n Lesson 13 Using System Restore The System Restore feature allows you to return your computer to the way it was configured on a specific date or time a restore point This is useful if you are reconfiguring your computer for new hardware or software In the event that your hardware or software causes your computer to malfunction you can remove the offending item s and restore the system to the stat...

Page 140: ...he Help and Support features in Windows XP operating system Windows XP Help and Support Center The Windows XP operating system has a Help and Support facility If you cannot figure out how to do something the answer is probably only a few clicks away Assume that you want to draw a picture but don t know how 1 Click Start then click Help and Support The operating system opens the Help and Support Ce...

Page 141: ...he letter p the topic list moves to the first entry that begins with P and so on There are a number of topics listed under Picture One of them Creating pictures using Paint looks promising 4 Double click Creating pictures using Paint Help opens a topic screen that gives a brief description of how to draw pictures including an icon to start the Paint program Sample Drawing help window 5 Click the P...

Page 142: ... Tutorials collection is a good place to start If you are not familiar with the Windows XP operating system start with Windows XP Preview Learning about the benefits of Windows XP features is a helpful introduction to the new features in the Windows XP operating system Sample Windows XP Tours and tutorials window To start a Windows XP tour or tutorial 1 Click Start then Help and Support 2 Click Wh...

Page 143: ...performs a number of tasks that ensure that everything is in place the next time you turn on the computer This lesson teaches you how to shut down the operating system and turn off your computer To let the operating system shut down your computer 1 Click Start then click Shut Down The Turn off computer dialog box appears 2 Click Shut Down The computer shuts down There are other ways to shut down y...

Page 144: ... computer using either your computer s keyboard mouse or the remote control With the Media Center you can Watch TV or a DVD movie Automatically record TV shows Pause rewind and fast forward TV programs using the Media Center time shifting feature Watch an instant replay Play back your digital videos View your digital pictures or play them as a slide show Browse select and play music CDs and DVD mo...

Page 145: ...television To connect your computer to a TV you need a video AV cable The type of cable depends on your TV To connect a TV to the computer 1 Turn off the computer 2 Connect the AV cable from our computer to the TV RCA composite connectors on your TV Location of the composite port 3 Turn on the TV and then turn on the computer 4 Press the TV out button on your computer Connecting the Remote Sensor ...

Page 146: ...oint at it with the remote control 3 As necessary plug the remote sensor control cable into the back of the remote sensor Position the end of the control cable over the remote IR receiver window on your cable TV set top box Remove the paper from the backing tape on the end of the cable and press it into place over the IR window on your box Connecting the TV Signal Source Connect the signal source ...

Page 147: ...al cable 1 Remove the coaxial cable from the VCR input and connect it to the input of a coaxial cable signal splitter not included 2 Connect two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs 3 Connect one of the coaxial cables to the VCR input and the other end to the TV connector on the back of the PC Sample wall to VCR to TV setup TV In TV In Coaxial cable Remote sensor control cable Remote sensor Exis...

Page 148: ...m here you can test your remote control and configure your Internet connection TV signal and Television Program Guide To complete the setup procedure you need to Be logged on as an administrator For more information refer to your Microsoft Help Have an Internet connection to download your television ser vice provider s program guide Know your ZIP Code Provide the name of your television service pr...

Page 149: ...reen prompts When the wizard finishes the Media Center main window displays You can run Media Center side by side with other Windows software programs It s possible to browse through your pictures watch videos play music and even record TV while using other Windows programs Simply resize the Media Center windows as you would any other window For more information refer to your Windows Help ...

Page 150: ...enter features With a quick click of the mouse or using your remote control you can Watch or record TV programs Listen to music Display your digital photos Watch your own digital movies Watch a DVD movie Change your Media Center Settings When enjoying the Media Center use the icons on the Title Bar to return to the Media Center main screen go back to the previous screen or to display the Media Cen...

Page 151: ... Center Edition Starting the Media Center 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 4 0 Sample Title Bar Icons Use the Media Playback controls at the bottom of the screen to control your movies music and photo displays Media Playback controls Home screen Back Help ...

Page 152: ...reen mode use the arrows on the remote control to select it and then press OK Remote Control For Media Center You can use your remote control with Media Center to play CDs DVDs and videos to view pictures and to watch and record television programs The remote control helps you navigate the Media Center windows on your computer just as a cable TV remote control navigates cable TV options or control...

Page 153: ...into a power reduced standby state Record Records the selected television program and stores it on your hard disk Stop Stops the media currently playing REW Rewind Moves the media video DVD music and so on backwards Play Plays the selected media Standby OK My Music Record REW Guide Skip FWD Stop Pause Back Arrow buttons Live TV Volume Clear My TV My Pictures My Video Play Replay DVD Menu Start Mut...

Page 154: ...rams to watch and record Arrow buttons Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center windows OK Selects the desired action or window option It acts like the Enter key If watching TV in full screen mode pressing OK switches back to the previous viewed channel Press again to toggle back It acts the same way as a Jump button on some TV remote controls Live TV A shortcut to the full screen view It ...

Page 155: ... includes four major groups of controls Standby and Direct Access The Standby button places the computer in and out of standby reduced power mode The direct access buttons open specific windows within Media Center Media playback The media playback buttons control the playback of music DVD movies videos recorded and live TV programs and picture slide shows Navigation and other direct access The nav...

Page 156: ...n the My Pictures or the Shared Pictures folder in Windows Explorer Video opens the My Videos window where you can search for sort and play back your recorded video files that are stored in the My Videos or the Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer Media Playback Buttons These buttons allow you to play back picture slide shows music files playlists music CDs DVD movies home videos and live TV f...

Page 157: ...d to play a TV show It is inactive when other media is playing While watching live TV or in the Guide you can press the Record button once to record a TV show In the Guide you can press it twice to record a TV series In the Guide press it three times to cancel recording Use Stop to stop selected media from playing When this is pressed while you are watching TV the Media Center pause buffer continu...

Page 158: ...w keys on the remote control to select an item and then press OK to select an option and begin using the Media Center Watching Television Programs Before you can watch TV using Media Center make sure your computer is set up correctly for your TV signal source and that you have completed the Media Center setup wizard In My TV you can Watch your favorite television programs in full screen mode or in...

Page 159: ...channel selected or the first channel available begins playing next to the My TV menu 2 Select a channel by using the Channel Page or buttons or by using the numeric buttons on the remote control The channel number displays in the window 3 Using the arrow buttons select the TV viewing window and then press OK to maximize the TV window to full screen mode You can also press the Live TV button to wa...

Page 160: ...annel Media Center deletes the previously recorded portion and begins recording again after a short delay You cannot use time shifting when recording a TV program For example you can t pause a live TV program and then rewind and begin recording You can record a TV program only from live TV Selecting a Program from the TV Guide In the TV Guide you can scroll through a list of the current television...

Page 161: ...lable displays next to each channel The number of channels and calendar days of TV listings depends on your television service provider The TV Guide does not display past TV listings Sample TV Guide screen Use the arrows at the top of the screen to display programs for later or earlier in the day Use the arrows at the bottom of the screen to display additional channels available for viewing Use th...

Page 162: ...programs and check for any recording errors To watch a previously recorded TV program on the My TV screen click Recorded TV On the remote control click Start and then My TV and then Select Recorded TV Sample Recorded TV options screen All of your recorded TV programs display on the Recorded TV screen You can sort your programs by Date Category or Name by clicking the desired sort option Select Sch...

Page 163: ...r by selecting a category using your remote control To search for a TV show 1 Press the Start button on the remote control select My TV and then select Search 2 Do one of the following Select Title Use the numeric buttons on your remote control to enter a program title word and then press OK on the remote control Select Keyword Use the numeric buttons on your remote control to enter a descriptive ...

Page 164: ...ecord icon appears in the Guide next to the program being recorded or the program to be recorded If a show is currently being recorded the Record icon also appears in the taskbar on the desktop If you move your mouse over the icon the Media Center displays which show is currently being recorded You can right click the icon to open Media Center and stop recording Media Center automatically records ...

Page 165: ...he TV Guide you can press the Record button once to record a show twice to record a series or three times to cancel a scheduled recording you just selected When you press the Record button to record a show you are watching the recording automatically stops at the end of the show s regularly scheduled end time Some channels can be shared by two or more networks depending on the time of day The Guid...

Page 166: ... to record the show The Record icon appears next to the show in Guide You can also select Record Series and press OK on the remote control to record the entire series The Record Series icon is displayed to indicate a series 4 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window If there is a recording conflict Media Center displays a message and allows you to select which show you wan...

Page 167: ...d Recording Manually Recording a program manually allows you to select a specific date channel and recording time period For some programs you may want to begin recording before the scheduled beginning and after the scheduled ending of the program To manually record a show or series 1 Press the Start button on the remote control and then select Settings You may need to select the scroll arrows on ...

Page 168: ...allows you to Change settings for your television service provider Change settings for your Internet Service Provider Manually update the My TV Television Program Guide Check your remote control Change your ZIP Code to receive the correct Television Program Guide for your area To change settings on the My TV screen click Settings Sample TV Settings screen This window allows you to change several s...

Page 169: ...asks you which program you want to record To resolve a recording conflict 1 Click Start on the remote control select My TV and then select Settings 2 Select Recorder and then select Scheduled to display a list of programs that you have scheduled to record 3 Select the program for which you want to change recording settings and press OK on the remote control 4 Select Record in the window and then p...

Page 170: ...ur remote control You can store your music files in the My Music folder or in other folders on your hard drive however you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them In My Music you can Play music CDs You can skip shuffle or repeat songs or albums Play digital music files from a music library you create and organize using Windows M...

Page 171: ...Click Start on the taskbar and then click Windows Media Player 2 Click the Media Library tab on the side of the window The first time you select Media Library a message tells you that Windows Media Player needs to search your computer for your music files 3 Click Yes Windows Media Player searches for all available audio media and places them in the Media Library 4 To add files from a CD to your Me...

Page 172: ...elete a file from the Windows Media Player Library select the music file right click the mouse and then select Delete from Library Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Windows Media Player Library You can place all your music files into the My Music folder or into other folders on your hard drive however you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to...

Page 173: ...c Files When you first open the Media Center and open the My Music window you may not find any music files listed unless there is a music CD in your CD drive or unless you have already added audio files to your Windows Media Player Library If you don t have any music files listed you need to add music files to the Windows Media Player Library and then restart Media Center to play your music files ...

Page 174: ...Music After you have added and organized files in Windows Media Player Library you can browse through your music files in the My Music window You can search for music files by album title artist song title or music genre You can also use the search feature to quickly find a specific song album or artist To find a music file 1 In the My Music window select Albums Artists Playlists View Songs or Gen...

Page 175: ...can select it from the View Song list or from the Album Artist and Genre lists You can also play a single song from a playlist as follows 1 In the My Music window select View Songs The list displays all the songs in your media library 2 Use the arrow buttons to select a song and then press OK or Play on the remote control to play it 3 Use the controls at the bottom of the screen to Stop or Pause t...

Page 176: ... on the album Play to play the album selected The Now Playing window opens and the album starts playing 4 In the Play window select a song and press OK on the remote control You can also select View Song to view cover art and play one track View Tracks to view a list of all tracks on the album Shuffle to rearrange the play order Repeat to play the album again Buy Music to connect to the Internet f...

Page 177: ...appear under the My Playlists area of the Media Player window 4 In the Media Library select the music file that you want to add to your playlist 5 Click Add to playlist in the toolbar and then select your playlist from the drop down menu Repeat this step until all of your files are added 6 Select your playlist to check your added music files 7 Close Media Center if open and then press the Start bu...

Page 178: ...our pictures 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to open the Media Center Start menu 2 Select My Pictures The right side of the window shows a small picture image thumbnail and if you ve organized your pictures into folders folder icons Your pictures are displayed just as you organized them in the My Pictures folder in Windows Explorer 3 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to mo...

Page 179: ... OK to display your pictures automatically If you do not select the pictures you want to view as a slide show Media Center uses the first folder listed If you have picture files that are not stored in folders you created Media Center plays all files stored in the My Pictures folder Sorting your Pictures To organize your pictures by date or by name 1 Select My Pictures on the Media Center Start men...

Page 180: ...om various software programs to capture and then edit your video file Most programs automatically save your file to the My Videos folder in Windows Explorer If not move your videos into the My Videos or Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer for Media Center to be able to find and play them Once you have placed all your videos into the My Videos or Shared Videos folder you can rename add delete ...

Page 181: ...art button on the remote control to open the Media Center Start menu 2 Select My Videos The right side of the window shows small images of your video files and folder icons if you ve organized your videos into folders 3 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to move through and select your video or video folder 4 Press the OK button on the remote control The selected video plays in full scree...

Page 182: ... select a folder the Media Center sorts all the files and folders 3 Select Sort by date or Sort by name Watching a DVD Watching DVDs in the Media Center allows you to control the playback with your remote control If you select to play your DVD in another program the use of some of the remote control buttons is not supported To play a DVD movie in Media Center 1 Press the Start button on the remote...

Page 183: ... the Stop button on the remote control to stop the movie 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an item on the Stopped menu and then press OK Select Resume to begin playing the DVD where you left off Select Restart to begin playing the DVD at the beginning Select Title Menu to go to the DVD main menu if available Select DVD Languages to change the language for the DVD soundtrack s...

Page 184: ...remote control 2 Select Play DVD The DVD movie begins playing in full screen mode Changing the Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window you can change settings for watching television for viewing your pictures and slide shows and for controlling sound and the display of all the Media Center windows Sample Media Center Settings screen In the Media Center Settings window you can cha...

Page 185: ...de which enables your computer to download the correct guide from the Internet TV Signal sets up your TV or cable connection User Controlled Settings Some settings can be selected by each person using the PC These settings are UI Sounds Appearance and Audio sets sound and display settings DVD sets language and audio settings for playing DVD movies Pictures determines slide transition time and sele...

Page 186: ...offline This option prevents Media Center from connecting to the Internet to get CD DVD information Usethearrow buttons to select Work offline and then press OK on the remote control Select OK in the window and then press OK again Select Check your remote to make sure your remote control is working with the remote sensor Follow the on screen instructions Select Internet connection to open the Inte...

Page 187: ...s Select Series to view a list of which series have been scheduled to be recorded You can also cancel a scheduled series recording or change recording settings for a series Select Storage to check the amount of recording space on your hard disk Also you can change the settings that affect the recording storage space Select Defaults to change the general recording default settings that affect how a...

Page 188: ...rd disk space available for recorded TV shows in Default Settings Select between 5 and 90 percent The default is set at 75 percent Record TV programs to the largest drive Media Center does not support removable drives network drives or drives with less than 5 MB of disk space Archive TV programs to a DVD RW or DVD R if your PC has a DVD writer drive You can play archived programs recorded on DVDs ...

Page 189: ...els to display correctly Select Get Guide data to manually update the Television Program Guide from the Internet Media Center connects to the Internet This may take a few minutes to update Select About Guide data to find out general Guide information and the date range of your current Television Program Guide 4 Use the arrow buttons to select an option and then press OK on the remote control 5 Pre...

Page 190: ...you want use the arrow buttons to select OK in the window and then press OK on the remote control to enter settings and return to the TV DVD settings window 8 Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the main Settings window Changing DVD Movie Language To select DVD language settings for subtitles closed captioning and viewing the DVD 1 In the Media Center Start menu select Setting...

Page 191: ... arrow buttons to select the or buttons Press OK on the remote control to scroll through the choices available Audio If you select Secondary Audio Program SAP instead of stereo Media Center allows a simultaneous broadcast of a primary and secondary audio program It could contain and additional voice track such as a voice over commentary or a foreign language interpretation Caption Display You can ...

Page 192: ...Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an option Select the or button and then press the OK button on the remote control to increase or decrease the transition time Select OK in the Settings window and then press OK on the remote control to enter the setting and go back to the Settings window Select the check icon and then press the OK button on the remote control to show pictures w...

Page 193: ... enhancements including New system file protection A system restore function allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode An improved help center support automation and automatic Windows operating system update Wizards to simplify setting up your home network Ability to share one Internet connection among multiple PCs An automatic discovery feature that allows your computer to detect n...

Page 194: ...at you are doing Its icons provide shortcuts to programs documents files folders system features and components Open applications also have Forward and Backward buttons to allow navigation through folders documents and Web sites For example you can personalize the taskbar to include Quick Launch icons and also your favorite URL addresses or local folders and programs DEFINITION URL stands for Unif...

Page 195: ...k the secondary button 2 Click Properties The Display Properties window appears 3 Click the Desktop tab 4 Click the Customize Desktop button 5 Click the Web tab 6 Follow the instructions to set up your desktop Adding components to the Web contentinterface 1 Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the secondary button 2 Click on Properties The Display Properties window appears 3 Click the ...

Page 196: ...ng system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and browse the files and folders on your local computer or network file server You can make it so that Items that normally require a double click will open with a single click Folders will open in their own window instead of in the same window Folders are accompanied by a list of common tasks instead of displayed alone The options yo...

Page 197: ...g box 3 Click the preferred options 4 Click Apply then OK Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop you can also display a Web page in an individual window If you subscribe to the Web page it can be automatically updated on a regular basis For example using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather game scores stock prices or headlines all in th...

Page 198: ...y one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window As you browse the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar Sample toolbar locations Address bar Standard buttons ...

Page 199: ...m display the name of the folder and brief information about how to use the folder This means displaying an individual window as a Web page 1 Click Start then click My Computer The My Computer window appears Toolbar element Description Address Bar Opens Web pages programs folders or documents By default the address bar shows your current location and whether it is a folder or a Web page You can br...

Page 200: ...w as a Web page The addition of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the appearance of a Web page Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor external full size keyboard an external mouse and an external diskette drive you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer An external monitor connect...

Page 201: ... s COM communications ports The default setting for the modem is COM3 The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings If you re having trouble connecting through the modem you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it To find out which port your modem is connected to in the operating ...

Page 202: ...dem options box 11 Close the Control Panel Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can use the modem you must connect it to a standard voice grade telephone line Setting up a dial up connection To set up a dial up connection use the Dial Up Networking Wizard 1 Click Start and point to All Programs 2 Point to Accessories then to Communications and click New Connection Wizard 3 Click Nex...

Page 203: ... connection To transfer files using the computers parallel ports you need a LapLink compatible parallel cable Getting started 1 Connect the cable 2 Load the transfer program on both computers 3 Set any specific options 4 Start the transfer 5 When you have finished transferring files close the programs on both computers Getting help transferring files 1 Click Start then Help and Support The Help an...

Page 204: ...lite link After your Internet connection has been made start your Web browser If you are using your computer at the office then you probably connect to the Internet through your company s network See your network administrator about connecting to the Internet Using a modem If you re using a modem you connect the modem to one of the computer s COM communications ports The default setting for the mo...

Page 205: ...rnet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and millions of computers around the world connected by communications lines They all work together to share information 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...

Page 206: ...automatically configured 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 Once you have established an ISP account you can access the Internet Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet the Web browser displays a home page for example your ISP s home page on the Internet or your...

Page 207: ...stantly viewed by others on their computer screens Internet news groups A news group is similar to a chat room but instead of using a dedicated site to converse about a specialized subject with others in real time it uses a Web site as a clearinghouse where all the messages are placed like a gigantic bulletin board Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale Uploading and d...

Page 208: ...es Your computer s video features provide the viewing of presentations or DVD movies on the computer screen TECHNICAL NOTE Video CD playback capability is not enabled on all systems HINT There are no menus for Video CD 1 0 titles Changing the display properties setting 1 Right click anywhere on your desktop and select Properties The Display Properties dialog box appears Sample Display Properties d...

Page 209: ... the settings back repeat steps 2 through 5 Display settings hot key Using the Fn F5 keys you can set your system s display to view DVD movies or presentations on an external device For more information see Display modes on page 254 Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone You can play wav sound files or audio CDs using the built in speakers ...

Page 210: ... If you record MP3 files you will only be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder Sample Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone You can only record 60 seconds at a time Position...

Page 211: ... In the Sound Recorder window click Edit then click Audio Properties 3 In the Audio Properties dialog box adjust the Recording Volume and Preferred device 4 Click OK Your new settings take effect the next time you record Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers Instead of using the internal speakers you can connect headp...

Page 212: ...tor to the RGB monitor port For more information see Back on page 39 You can connect an external USB compatible keyboard and a USB compatible mouse to one of the three USB ports For more information about connecting a mouse see Connecting a mouse on page 67 Using the Modular Bay The Modular Bay gives you additional flexibility By inserting and removing optical drive modules you can configure your ...

Page 213: ...swap a module in the Modular Bay Stop the module by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the module is stopped it is safe to remove 2 Slide the Modular Bay ejection bar towards the front of the computer Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or Standby mode This is known as warm swapping and is not supported with this computer For more information on Hi...

Page 214: ...ply slide the module all the way into the Modular Bay Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer s capabilities and usefulness You can purchase additional PC Cards from your dealer Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association standard Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of PC Cards Two Type I and Type II cards One Ty...

Page 215: ...the Card and Socket Services for your PC Card Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services you should use the files included in the operating system Inserting PC Cards Use caution when lifting or turning your computer Failure to do so may result in damage to components such as cables attached to your computer or to the computer itself Before you insert a PC Card refe...

Page 216: ...er slot If you have a Type I or Type II card you can insert it into either the upper or the lower slot There are two eject buttons one per slot To avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer don t force the card into the PC Card slot Removing PC Cards 1 Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears it is safe to rem...

Page 217: ...ards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on This is called hot swapping Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use For example Never remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it Never remove a network card while you are connected to a network ...

Page 218: ... tray Once the PC Card has stopped you can safely remove it See Removing PC Cards on page 216 Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or Standby mode This is known as warm swapping and is not supported with this computer For more information on Hibernation and Standby modes see Hibernation command on page 94 and Stand By command on page 95 ...

Page 219: ...st likely to encounter If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs To close a ...

Page 220: ...e its name in the list Windows Task Manager Applications tab 4 Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with step 3 5 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task 6 Select the Shut Down menu then click Shut down ...

Page 221: ...tton and select the text the operating system displays The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard 3 Open Notepad click Start point to All Programs then point to Accessories and click Notepad 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad 5 Add a ...

Page 222: ... you to the problem instead of restarting the system To clear the condition press the power button until it turns off the computer Clearing the condition may get the computer running but it won t solve a resource conflict Read the documentation that came with the conflicting device and Resolving a hardware conflict on page 225 The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message The computer w...

Page 223: ... the normal routine The screen does not look right Unless a hardware device has failed problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device If you experience any of these problems use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly you may have to ch...

Page 224: ...ternet They include modem speed time of day when everyone else is surfing your access can be slow and popularity of the site If accessing a particular site is very slow try later My browser can t find the URL address I typed in 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 le...

Page 225: ...lp and follow the on screen instructions Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on screen instructions Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem try using Windows Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first For help on hardware conflicts 1 Click Start then click...

Page 226: ...k drive or a modem needs a channel to the computer s Central Processing Unit CPU It also needs a direct channel to the computer s memory to store information as it works These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources Direct Memory Access Similarly the data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Access DMA The...

Page 227: ... Checking device properties on page 228 Resolving conflicts There are three things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts Disable the device For an older device remove it from the computer For a Plug and Play device Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict Refer to the device s documentation for inst...

Page 228: ...tus of Disabled displays To disable a device look at the far right of the toolbar Look for an icon of a monitor with a blue check mark on it When you mouse over the small icon the status of Enabled displays 6 Click the icon You are given the option of disabling or enabling the device 7 Click yes or no whichever is appropriate Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the pro...

Page 229: ... power using functions The Drivers tab which displays the drivers being used by the device A Troubleshooting button is also present Click troubleshooting A Help and Support window for that device appears For more information about Device Manager refer to Windows XP online help Memory card problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device related It is ...

Page 230: ...s are interrelated For example a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries Here are some typical problems and how to solve them The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cable Make sure the AC adapter and power cable are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer If the AC power light still does no...

Page 231: ...If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery it may not charge fully Let the battery discharge completely then try charging it again Check the power options using the Toshiba Power Management Utility Have you added a device such as a PC Card or memory module that takes its power from the battery Is your software using the hard disk more Is the display power set to turn off automatically ...

Page 232: ... 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 the Enter key type the password and press Enter If no password is registered press Enter The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working If you are using the built in screen make sure the displ...

Page 233: ...ickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors To reduce the amount of flickering try using fewer colors To change the number of colors displayed 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button 2 Click Properties and then the Settings tab 3 Choose a lower quality color option and click OK For more information see Windows Help A message tells you that there is a proble...

Page 234: ...chnology The small bright dots that appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them Typical disk problems are You are having trouble accessing a disk o...

Page 235: ...our computer for some time your files may have become fragmented Run Disk Defragmenter To do this click Start point to All Programs Accessories System Tools and click Disk Defragmenter Your data files are damaged or corrupted Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures Many software packages automatically create backup files You may also be able to recover lost data using uti...

Page 236: ... carefully making sure it has shut completely You press the disc eject button but the drive tray does not slide out Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on The modular bay drive eject mechanism requires power to operate To remove a disc without turning on the computer use a narrow object such as a straightened paper clip to press the manual eject button This button is i...

Page 237: ...d the speakers It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud Adjust the volume control Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the Recording Control Utility default Off or the Mute feature in the Mixer Utility default Enabled may cause feedback Revert to the default settings PC Card problems PC Cards PCMCIA comp...

Page 238: ...ocumentation that came with the PC Card Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card If your system does not have built in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an operating system driver it may not work under the operating system Contact the ma...

Page 239: ...ted as PCMCIA adapter The operating system displays your PC Card s Properties dialog box which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status The computer stops working hangs when you insert a PC Card The problem may be caused by an I O input output conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I O base...

Page 240: ... your PC Card or PCMCIA socket controller 1 Make sure the computer is not in Standby mode For more information see Using Stand by on page 99 2 Turn off the computer 3 Connect the AC adapter and power cable 4 Keep the computer plugged in for about three hours with the power turned off The problem may also be caused by a conflict with any additional memory in your system Removing a malfunctioning ca...

Page 241: ...rinter drivers as shown in Setting up a printer on page 68 You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable Standby mode turn off the computer and turn off the printer Turn the printer back on make sure it is on line then turn the computer back on Try printing another file For example you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad If a Notepad file prints ...

Page 242: ... to transmit at 300 1200 2400 4800 9600 14400 28800 33600 bps bits per second or higher Refer to the program s documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings The modem is on set up properly and still will not transmit or receive data Make sure the line has a dial tone Connect a telephone handset to the line to check this The other system may be busy or off line ...

Page 243: ...o reformat your hard disk and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time Read the user s guides It s very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together Get familiar with al...

Page 244: ...er and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information Detailed system specifications are available at www ts toshiba com by selecting your particular product and model number clicking GO and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left or just refer to the computer documentation shipped with your product For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the Unit...

Page 245: ...Touch Center Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshiba s worldwide offices toshiba com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site computers toshiba com Marketing and product information in the USA www toshiba ca Canada www toshiba Europe com Europe www toshiba co jp index htm Japan http servicio toshiba com Mexico and all of L...

Page 246: ... 14 P O Box 83 02630 ESPOO Finland France Toshiba Systèmes France S A 7 Rue Ampère 92804 Puteaux Cédex France Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D 93055 Regensburg Germany Greece Ideal Electronics S A 109 Syngrou Avenue 176 71 Kalithea Athens Greece Hungary Technotrade Kft Szerencs utca 202 1147 Budapest Hungary Ireland Toshiba Information Systems U K Ltd Toshiba Court Weybridge Business ...

Page 247: ...s de Chapultepec CP 11000 Mexico DF Tel 5249 6500 Morocco C B I 22 Rue de Béthune Casablanca Morocco The Netherlands Toshiba Information Systems Benelux B V Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK Capelle a d IJssel The Netherlands Norway Scribona Norge A S Toshiba PC Service Stalfjaera 20 P O Box 51 Kalbakken 0901 OSLO 9 Norway Papua New Guinea Fujitsu PNG Pty Ltd P O Box 4952 Boroko NCD Papua New Guinea Pol...

Page 248: ... 28831 Madrid San Fernando de Henares Spain Sweden Scribona PC AB Sundbybergsväegen 1 Box 1374 171 27 Solna Sweden Switzerland Ozalid AG Herostrasse 7 8048 Zürich Switzerland United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems U K Ltd Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge KT15 2UL United Kingdom United States Toshiba America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine Cal...

Page 249: ...lay Without a password The Fn F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security Using the pointing device or any key will make the display s content reappear if no password is set for the current user With a password The Fn F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security If you set a blank screen saver pressing the Fn F1 key combination to activate ins...

Page 250: ...e Screen Saver tab has already been selected If it isn t selected click the Screen Saver tab 5 Click the On resume password protected check box 6 Click OK Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully charged even if the computer is operating on AC power your display may reappear automatically after a short time To protect your desktop you must set up a s...

Page 251: ...arm volume levels The alarm volume options are Off Low Medium and High Off is always first Power usage mode Fn This hot key displays the power usage pop up window and cycles through the battery save modes The power usage modesin the operating system under battery power are Long Life Normal and High Power DVD Playback Presentation and Super Long Life Sample power usage modes The power usage mode in...

Page 252: ...he computer into Stand by mode A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand by mode This message box can be set so it doesn t display Sample Stand by confirmation box For more information about Stand by mode please see Using Stand by on page 99 ...

Page 253: ...mode is enabled the default a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode The message box can be set so it doesn t display Sample Hibernation confirmation box If Hibernation mode is disabled this hot key will not respond For more information on Hibernation mode see Using Hibernation on page 97 ...

Page 254: ...nitor only Fn This hot key cycles through the power on display options The display modes are Built in display panel only Built in display panel and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Built in display panel and external video device simultaneously External video device only Sample display options window In order to use a simultaneous mode you must set the resolution of the intern...

Page 255: ...ables the optional wireless devices in your computer for systems with Wi Fi only The wireless modes are Wi Fi enabled This enables the Wi Fi module Wi Fi disabled This disables the Wi Fi module Fn This hot key enables disables the TouchPad To use the TouchPad see Disabling or enabling the TouchPad on page 61 Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows ...

Page 256: ... 3 Keyboard hot keys Fn This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off Fn This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off Fn This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off For more information see Overlay keys on page 78 F10 F11 F12 ...

Page 257: ...features a universal power supply you can use worldwide This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia AS approved Europe VDA approved NEMKO approved ...

Page 258: ...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 259: ...y FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I O input output IRQ 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 ...

Page 260: ...splay LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology Also known as a TFT display in its 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 th...

Page 261: ...ic instructions stored in read only memory ROM containing the information the computer needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up the computer bit Short for binary digit A bit is the smallest unit of information used by a computer A group of eight bits is a byte See also byte bits per second bps A way of measuring the speed at which information is passed betwe...

Page 262: ... instead of magnetic means for reading data See also CD Compare DVD ROM central processing unit CPU The chip that functions as the brain of the computer It takes information from outside sources such as memory or keyboard input processes the information and sends the results to another device that uses the information character Any letter number or symbol you can use on the computer Some character...

Page 263: ... L1 cache L2 cache cursor A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen The shape of the cursor varies depending on the program you re using and what you re doing D default The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting device A component attached to the computer Devices may be external outside the computer s case or internal inside the compute...

Page 264: ...d come in two sizes 5 25 inch and 3 5 inch Your computer uses 3 5 inch diskettes See also double density diskette high density diskette document Any file created with an application and if saved to disk given a name by which it can be retrieved See also file double click To press the TouchPad control button or mouse button rapidly twice without moving the cursor or mouse In the Windows operating s...

Page 265: ...AT The section of a disk that keeps track of the location of files stored on the disk file name A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder It consists of two parts the actual name and the file name extension See also file extension file extension The three characters following the period pronounced dot at the end of a file name The extension indicates the type o...

Page 266: ...are removable By default the hard disk is referred to as drive C hardware The physical components of a computer system Compare software Hibernate A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work including all open files and programs when you turn the computer off When you turn on the computer again your work is returned to the same state it wa...

Page 267: ...1 cache and faster than main memory See also cache CPU cache L1 cache LAN local area network A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network liquid crystal display LCD A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels When an ...

Page 268: ...ng information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines motherboard The main circuit board in the computer It contains the processor memory and other primary components MS DOS prompt See system prompt multifunction drive A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media multimedia A combination of two or more media such as sound animation and video in a com...

Page 269: ...rs are parallel Compare serial password A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network PC Card A credit card sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers PC Cards provide functions such as modem fax modem hard disk drive network adapter sound card or SCSI adapter peripheral Any device such as a printe...

Page 270: ... access memory See RAM read only memory See ROM reboot See boot restart removable disk A disk that can be removed from a disk drive A diskette is one example of a removable disk resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen For a printer resolution is expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels...

Page 271: ... device Compare parallel shortcut See keyboard shortcut software See program Compare hardware Standby A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again Suspend A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer witho...

Page 272: ...ad To send a file to another computer through a modem or network See also download USB See universal serial bus USB utility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem Utilities are often related to computer system management V W Web See World Wide Web World Wide Web www The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet A user ...

Page 273: ...nitoring power 105 not charging 230 power usage mode 251 removing 109 RTC real time clock 102 104 battery cover 46 latch 46 buttons CD Player 89 CD DVD control 43 DVD ROM or multifunction drive eject 83 Internet 42 43 one touch TV out 42 PC Card eject 40 power 42 Start 117 TOSHIBA Console 42 C calculator 130 caps lock light 44 Card and Socket Services 215 CD and DVDs caring for 91 viewing contents...

Page 274: ...disk or disk error message 222 placement 48 protection 47 running on battery power 101 setting up 53 63 transferring information 203 turning off 97 99 143 turning on 59 using at the office 200 212 warning resume failure message 222 work area 47 computing tips 75 connecting external monitor 200 212 external speakers 211 modem 92 mouse 67 power cable 57 to a network 92 USB mouse 67 conserving batter...

Page 275: ...ies 113 DMA Direct Memory Access 226 double click 61 downloading 207 DVD ROM or multifunction drive can t access disc 236 control buttons 84 eject button 83 inserting a disc 86 inserting discs 87 removing 90 removing a disc 90 DVD ROM multifunction drive light 44 E email 207 energy saving features 101 environmental considerations 48 49 ergonomics lighting 50 posture 49 seating guidelines 49 work h...

Page 276: ...apping 215 precautions 217 Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTTP 205 I icon 116 desktop 117 moving to desktop 117 naming 124 safety 34 indicator panel keyboard 44 infrared port 40 inserting CDs and DVDs 87 PC Cards 215 installing main battery 109 interference statement 13 Internal External mode 234 Internet 205 bookmarked site not found 224 button 42 43 chat rooms 207 connecting to 203 news groups 207 ...

Page 277: ...icrosoft Windows XP 115 minimizing 127 modem determining COM port 201 port 40 92 problem solving 242 resetting port to default settings 201 upgrading 201 modem using 92 Modular Bay 212 monitor connecting 200 212 not working 232 port 39 mouse connecting 67 moving the computer 73 My Computer 118 120 N network connecting to 92 dial up connection 92 New Folder icon 124 new text document 123 Notepad 12...

Page 278: ...a file 81 problem solving AC power 230 battery charge doesn t last 231 battery not charging 230 can t access disc 236 changing display properties 233 checking device properties 228 compact discs not running correctly 236 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 239 computer will not power up 222 contacting Toshiba 244 corrupted damaged data files 235 Device Manager 227 disabling a device 228 disk driv...

Page 279: ...not running correctly 235 starting 80 Web browsers 205 properties 134 R recharging main battery 103 RTC battery 104 recording adjusting quality 211 sounds 209 210 Recovery CD 35 Recycle Bin 117 137 removing CDs and DVDs 90 main battery 109 PC Cards 216 resizing windows 127 128 restarting from Hibernate 98 restarting from Standby 100 restarting from Turn Off 96 RTC real time clock battery 102 runni...

Page 280: ...e connecting the modem 92 text file 122 toolbars displaying in a window 199 Toshiba Forum 244 Internet Web sites 245 online services 244 Toshiba Accessories information 35 TOSHIBA Console button 42 TouchPad 43 using 119 using with control buttons 119 transferring files 203 transferring information between computers 203 traveling tips 113 Turn Off restarting from 96 using 97 99 turning computer on ...

Page 281: ... time settings 135 changing the screen saver 134 closing programs 130 creating a new folder 124 creating a text file 122 creating shortcuts 130 desktop 116 Help 140 225 problem solving 223 Recycle Bin 137 removing objects 137 resizingormovingwindows 127 128 special features 193 starting programs 125 System Restore 139 tours and tutorials 142 Turn Off 143 Web Tutorial 121 wireless antenna indicator...

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