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Страница 1: ...0 1002M2 Satellite 5105Series 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 Chapter 9 on page 236 in this guide ...

Страница 2: ...t data please make periodic back up copies of all 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 AN...

Страница 3: ... the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be att...

Страница 4: ...ber REN of the modem which is 0 6B The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard 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 question...

Страница 5: ...rotection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone 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...

Страница 6: ...valence Number REN and an explanation notice similar to the following The Ringer Equivalence Number REN of this device can be found on the label affixed 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 an...

Страница 7: ...risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment Regulatory Information The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be...

Страница 8: ...FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular inst...

Страница 9: ...ease read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Australia Austria Belgium Canada De...

Страница 10: ...the owner s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc with all rights reserved Under the copyright laws this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba No patent liability is assumed however with respect to the use of the information contained herein 2002 by Toshiba Am...

Страница 11: ...OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF Trademarks Satellite Noteworthy SelectServ InTouch and Fn esse are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc and or Toshiba Corporation WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo Inc Microsoft Windows DirectX PowerPoint and DirectShow are registered trademarks and Windows Media is a trade...

Страница 12: ...rmation This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org ...

Страница 13: ... options 26 Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around 27 Making sure you have everything 27 Front with the display closed 28 Back 29 Right side 30 Left side 31 Front with the display open 33 Keyboard indicator panel 35 System indicator panel 36 CD DVD control buttons 37 Underside 38 Chapter 2 Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 ...

Страница 14: ...ou turn on the computer 53 Adjusting the quality of the external display 54 Connecting an external diskette drive 54 Using an external keyboard 55 Connecting the AC adapter 55 Charging the battery 57 Using the computer for the first time 57 Opening the display panel 57 Turning on the power 58 Activating the power on password 59 Using your pointing device 60 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or cP...

Страница 15: ... 93 Caring for diskettes 93 Backing up your files 94 Copying to a diskette 94 Playing a CD or DVD 95 Drive components and control buttons 95 CD DVD control buttons 97 CD DVD control and Digital audio control 98 Inserting a disc 100 Playing an audio CD 102 Playing a DVD 103 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD 104 Removing a disc with the computer on 104 Removing a disc with the computer off 104 Car...

Страница 16: ...again from Hibernation 119 Using Stand by 119 Going into Stand by mode more quickly 121 Starting again from Stand by 124 Chapter 4 Mobile Computing 125 Toshiba s energy saver design 125 Running the computer on battery power 125 Using additional batteries 126 Battery safety precautions 126 Maximizing battery life 127 Charging batteries 128 Charging the main battery 129 Charging the RTC battery 129 ...

Страница 17: ...ument 146 Lesson 5 Creating a new folder 148 Lesson 6 Starting programs 149 Lesson 7 Resizing repositioning and hiding windows 151 Using the taskbar 152 Minimizing and maximizing windows 152 Resizing and moving windows 153 Lesson 8 Closing programs 154 Lesson 9 Creating shortcuts 155 Creating a shortcut to the Calculator 155 Creating a shortcut to the Character Map 156 Lesson 10 Changing the scree...

Страница 18: ...elephone line 176 Connecting your computer to a network 176 Setting up a wireless connection 177 Accessing the wireless modules using your system tray 177 Using Bluetooth 177 Setting up a direct cable connection 178 An overview of using the Internet 179 The Internet 179 The World Wide Web 179 Internet Service Providers 180 Connecting to the Internet 180 Surfing the Internet 180 Internet features 1...

Страница 19: ...martMedia card 192 Using SD cards 192 Inserting a SD card 192 Removing a SD card 193 Using your IR remote controller 193 Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities 197 TOSHIBA Accessibility 197 Fn esse 198 Starting Fn esse 199 Assigning a key to a program or document 200 Viewing existing key assignments 202 Changing or removing existing key assignments 202 Hotkey utility 203 TOSHIBA Console 203 Customize your co...

Страница 20: ...sts 224 Customizing WinDVD 224 Setting general properties 225 Setting audio properties 226 Setting display properties 227 Customizing the control panel 228 Using WinDVD advanced features 229 Zooming in 233 Panning 234 Zooming out 234 Adjusting the color balance 234 Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD 235 Getting help 235 Exiting WinDVD 235 Chapter 9 If Something Goes Wrong 236 Problems that ...

Страница 21: ... ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive problems 252 Sound system problems 259 PC Card problems 260 Printer problems 263 Modem problems 264 Develop good computing habits 264 If you need further assistance 265 Before you call 266 Contacting Toshiba 266 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 267 Toshiba s worldwide offices 268 Appendix A Hot Keys 271 Volume Mute 271 Instant password security 272 Without a password 27...

Страница 22: ...oard hot keys 278 Appendix B Power Cable Connectors 279 USA and Canada 279 United Kingdom 279 Australia 279 Europe 279 Appendix C Video Modes 280 Your computer s video modes 281 Table1 Video modes VGA 281 Table 2 Video modes XGA 282 Table 3 Video modes Ultra XGA 284 Glossary 287 Index 303 ...

Страница 23: ...r the Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system This guide contains information on both operating systems and how they function with your Toshiba computer For specific information on the software see the Microsoft booklet that shipped with the computer This guide This guide introduces the computer s features You can Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and stop when a ...

Страница 24: ... data These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk and the icons highlight these instructions as follows DANGER This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed WARNING This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instru...

Страница 25: ...in the text Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation An electronic version of the 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 and for additional programs on your Recovery CDs Toshiba Accessories Information which lists accessories available from...

Страница 26: ...Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ warranty programs For more information visit Toshiba s Web site at toshiba com If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something Goes Wrong on page 236 ...

Страница 27: ...ce 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 265 ...

Страница 28: ... turns the computer s wireless antenna on or off The infrared port allows cable free communication with another device such as a computer or printer that has a compatible infrared port The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked To open the display panel slide the display latch to the right and raise the panel Display latch Optional wireless Infrared antenna on off switch port ...

Страница 29: ...ows you to play DVD audio and video on a projector or TV that accepts audio video inputs The line in jack allows you to play or record sounds when the computer is hooked up to an external audio source The DC IN is where you plug in the AC adapter 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...

Страница 30: ... ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive enables you to play high resolution full screen videos at up to 30 frames per second You can also use it to install and run programs from application CD ROMs and play audio CDs The manual eject button enables you to open the drive tray when the computer is off CAUTION Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and d...

Страница 31: ...al speakers NOTE The headphone S PDIF Sony Phillips Digital Interface Digital Optical out is compatible with Dolby 3D digital sound The 3 5 mm microphone in jack lets you connect an external monaural microphone Left side 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 The cooling ...

Страница 32: ...ht emitting diodes flash when those drives are in use The SD card slot holds a highly secure stamp size flash memory card with a capacity of 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB or 128 MB The card can be used with a variety of digital I O input output products digital music players cellular phones PDAs digital cameras and digital video camcorders The SmartMedia card slot supports 8 MB 3 3V 16 MB 3 3V 32 MB 3 3V 64 M...

Страница 33: ...et you hear sounds such as system alarms associated with your software and music from DVD ROMs and audio CDs The function keys when used with the Fn key activate several different system functions For more information see Hot Keys on page 271 Screen Speaker Function keys Keyboard Palm rest CD DVD control buttons Speaker TOSHIBA Power button Internet Console button Sub LCD Primary control button bu...

Страница 34: ...uter is turned off You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs with the computer turned on For a description of these controls see CD DVD control buttons on page 37 The lights on the system indicator panel provide information about various system functions For a description of these lights see System indicator panel on page 36 The computer s screen is a liquid crystal display LCD that provides clea...

Страница 35: ...he cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on When this light is on pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on When this light is on pressing an overlay key types the number printed on the front...

Страница 36: ...he battery is being charged It does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is completely discharged For more information on determining remaining battery power see Monitoring battery power on page 130 The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is being accessed The disk disc activity light flashes green when the DVD ROM or the DVD ROM CD RW d...

Страница 37: ...CD and CD DVD mode signified by a CD disc graphic on the Sub LCD The previous track button returns the disc player to the preceding track on the disc The next track button causes the disc player to skip to the following track on the disc NOTE If you have set a password for logging onto your system your computer will start up and you will need to log on before being able to play a CD or DVD The Sub...

Страница 38: ...ofer speaker allows the user to better hear bass sounds The modem cover protects the built in modem The battery cover provides access to the battery module which lets you use your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available For information about replacing the battery see Changing the main battery on page 133 The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer preven...

Страница 39: ... 8 375 ver 2 4 0 The hard disk drive cover protects the computer s hard disk drive The expansion memory slot cover protects the slots where you insert additional memory See Installing additional memory optional on page 48 for detailed information ...

Страница 40: ...nd designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you 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 conditi...

Страница 41: ... correctly 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 consu...

Страница 42: ...ess 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 flo...

Страница 43: ...tion 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 a ...

Страница 44: ...n 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 th...

Страница 45: ... 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 diskettes is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a diskette can erase important files Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive ...

Страница 46: ...cking for an internet connection A window will display the message An Internet connection could not be chosen 4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue NOTE To register online your computer s modem must be connected to a voice grade telephone line A window will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft 5 Click Yes to register or No to exit the process NOTE If you...

Страница 47: ...o a voice grade telephone line Completing installation Upon completion you will be prompted to click Finish to restart your computer NOTE Before adding external devices Toshiba recommends setting up your software first See Setting up your software on page 46 Before starting to use your computer you may also want to Add more memory see Installing additional memory optional on page 48 Connect a mous...

Страница 48: ...d 256 MB modules There are two memory slots Your system may have both slots occupied You need a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver to install a memory module CAUTION To avoid damaging the computer s screws use a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver that is in good condition CAUTION Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD ROM drive power is on If the computer is on begin at step 1 othe...

Страница 49: ...nsion memory slot cover to the memory slot Base of the computer 6 Using a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver unscrew the two screws that secure the memory slot cover then remove the memory slot cover Removing the memory slot cover screws 7 Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later Expansion memory slot cover ...

Страница 50: ...t into the computer 8 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging 9 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot fit the module into the socket 10 Gently press down on the memory module connector 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 mo...

Страница 51: ...rough 7 in Installing additional memory optional on page 48 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally out of the slot 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 11 through 13 in Installing additional memory optional on page 48 Checking total memory When you add or remove memory you can check that the computer has recognized t...

Страница 52: ...ible printer to your computer through the USB ports To determine if the printer is USB compatible check its documentation You can connect a USB printer after you turn on the computer To achieve the connection you need a suitable USB cable which may come with your printer You can purchase one from a computer or electronics store Connecting a USB printer To connect a USB printer 1 Connect the flat e...

Страница 53: ...rn on the computer 1 Connect the monitor s video cable to the RGB monitor port on the side of the computer 2 Connect the monitor s power cable to a live electrical outlet 3 Turn on the external monitor 4 Turn on the computer see Turning on the power on page 58 5 Set the display mode by pressing Fn F5 or by setting the Display Properties settings Directing the display output when you turn on thecom...

Страница 54: ...evice only 2 Release the Fn key TECHNICAL NOTE You can also change these settings using the Display Properties box in the Control Panel Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your external display device you may need to adjust the video settings See the documentation supplied with the device for additional configuration steps Connecting an external di...

Страница 55: ...one to your computer provided that the keyboard is USB compatible To connect a keyboard attach its cable to one of the computer s USB ports You can do this after you turn on the computer Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer s batteries The AC power light on the computer glows when the device is plugged in Power cabl...

Страница 56: ...he power cable to a live electrical outlet The AC power and battery lights glow DANGER Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock Never modify forcibly bend place heavy objects on top of or apply heat to the power cable If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats dis continue use There is a risk of electric shock Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands Do...

Страница 57: ...ging Once the computer is connected to a power outlet you can charge the battery with the computer turned off or on It takes several hours to charge the battery when the computer is off It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer is on The less power the computer is consuming the faster the battery will charge For more information on battery use see Running the computer on battery...

Страница 58: ...ere it moves easily Never lift or move the computer using the display panel Turning on the power 1 Check that all the drives are empty 2 If you have a printer connected to your computer turn on the printer and wait until the printer indicates that it is ready on line 3 Turn on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard Pressing the power button Slide Lift On ...

Страница 59: ...rce For information on determining battery power see Monitoring battery power on page 130 The hard disk drive light flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use Activating the power on password When you first power up your computer no password is required Once the operating system has loaded you can set up your compu...

Страница 60: ...and you can try again NOTE If you forget your power on password and therefore can t turn on your computer take your computer to a Toshiba authorized service center for help NOTE After the third incorrect password submission the system automatically shuts down To restart your system press the power button Using your pointing device Your notebook computer comes equipped with one of two pointing devi...

Страница 61: ...ad is enabled by default To change the enable disable TouchPad or cPad settings 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Mouse Properties The Mouse Properties window appears 4 Click the TouchPAD ON OFF tab The TouchPAD ON OFF tab view window appears Sample Mouse Properties window ...

Страница 62: ...o the top of the page slide your finger forward on the TouchPad To move the cursor to the bottom of the page slide your finger toward yourself To move the cursor to the right side of the page slide your finger across the TouchPad from left to right To move the cursor to the left side slide your finger from right to left NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen moving your ...

Страница 63: ...corresponds to the right mouse button Check your program s documentation to find whether it uses the secondary mouse button For systems with cPad The cPad can be used in either pointing device mode or application launch mode Pointing device mode allows you to perform several basic tasks with the stroke of a finger Application launch mode allows you to launch programs Pointing device mode is the de...

Страница 64: ... moving your cursor across the screen often means having to slide your finger several times across the cPad in the preferred direction Once you ve positioned your cursor you can click it into place either by double tapping the cPad display or by clicking the control buttons For more information see Lesson 2 Using the pointing device and control buttons together on page 142 Primary and secondary co...

Страница 65: ...ram menu tap the icon in the upper left corner of the cPad display screen Bring up the Start menu To open the Start menu tap the icon in the bottom left corner of the cPad display screen Enabling the cPad Tap Zones If the tap zones should become disabled causing the icons to disappear you can enable them by doing the following 1 Access the Mouse Properties window in one of these ways Press the TOS...

Страница 66: ... icon in the system tray A pull down menu appears 2 Select TouchPad Properties The Mouse Properties window appears Sample Mouse Properties window 3 Make the desired changes 4 Click Apply then OK Switching to application launch mode To activate application launch mode press the Application Launcher button which is located below the cPad between the primary and secondary control buttons ...

Страница 67: ... mode the cPad allows you to launch programs with the tap of a finger and to adjust settings for the cPad display Sample cPad with default settings in application launch mode Programs ready for launching are represented by an icon on the cPad display The top row on the display is reserved for program icons comprising the default setting Succeeding rows are filled with the icons of programs you cho...

Страница 68: ...Display Properties which allows you to customize cPad display functions Unlike programs you choose to load on the cPad display for launching these programs cannot be deleted from the cPad display Using Sticky Note The Sticky Note screen enables you to write type save edit and customize notes on the cPad display Sample Sticky Note screen on the cPad display Each note is numbered You can view a note...

Страница 69: ...going to write with your finger or ABC if you are going to type using the keyboard 3 Start writing or typing The moment you write or draw on the note the number 1 changes to the next number in numerical order So if your previous highest numbered note was 29 the newly written note becomes 30 To delete a note 1 Display the note on the cPad display and tap the Sticky Note Properties icon the icon fur...

Страница 70: ...imagery on the cPad display 1 Open the Small Display Properties window in one of these ways Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double click the Small Display Properties icon With the cPad Application Launcher open tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad display Click the cPad icon in your computer s system tray and select Small Display Properties from the pull down menu The Small Displ...

Страница 71: ... the first time 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 4 0 Sample Small Display Properties window with Background tab displayed 3 Select a background The selected background appears in the preview window 4 Click OK The new background appears on the cPad display ...

Страница 72: ...perties window in one of these ways Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double click the Small Display Properties icon With the Application Launcher open tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad display Click the cPad icon in your computer s system tray and select Small Display Properties from the pull down menu The Small Display Properties window appears on your computer s main screen ...

Страница 73: ...me 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 4 0 Sample Small Display Properties window with Application Launcher tab displayed 2 Click the Add button The Open window appears listing the programs on your computer s desktop 3 Select the program you want and click the Open button ...

Страница 74: ...ies window with new program highlighted An icon of the selected program appears in the preview window of the Small Display Properties window 4 Close the Small Display Properties window The icon has automatically been added to the cPad display You can now launch the program by tapping the icon with your finger ...

Страница 75: ... tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad display Click the cPad icon in your computer s system tray and select Small Display Properties from the pull down menu 2 In the preview window highlight the icon to be changed Once the icon is highlighted the Change Icon button becomes active 3 Click the Change Icon button The Dialog window appears with a selection of different icons to associate ...

Страница 76: ...n Launcher open tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad display Click the cPad icon in your computer s system tray and select Small Display Properties from the pull down menu The Small Display Properties window appears on your computer s main screen 2 Select the icon representing the program to be deleted Selecting the icon activates the Delete button 3 Click the Delete button A confirma...

Страница 77: ...mall Display Properties icon With the Application Launcher open tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad display Click the cPad icon in your computer s system tray and select Small Display Properties from the pull down menu The Small Display Properties window appears on your computer s main screen 2 Click the Help button The Help window appears Sample cPad Help window 3 Scroll through the...

Страница 78: ...ter that is connected to your computer You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual or by using the operating system s Add Printer Wizard If you plan to set up a printer later click Cancel Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel appears Sample Control Panel 2 C...

Страница 79: ...d Using the computer for the first time 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 4 0 Sample Printers and Faxes window 4 Click Add a Printer The Add Printer Wizard window appears Sample Add Printer Wizard 5 Follow the on screen instructions ...

Страница 80: ...Other Hardware The Printers and Other Hardware window appears 2 Click Printers and Faxes 3 Double click the fax icon 4 Follow the on screen instructions To disable the fax auto receive function 1 Click Start Printers and Faxes 2 Right click the fax icon 3 Click Properties from the drop down menu 4 Click the DEVICES tab 5 Under the device name right click Toshiba Soft Modem AMR highlight Receive an...

Страница 81: ...ave the computer off for a longer period power down the computer The Windows XP operating system uses the Shut down command to power down the computer if you are connected to a Windows network server domain server or the Turn Off command if you are not When the hard disk drive light on the system indicator panel is on don t turn off the power Doing so may damage your hard disk For more information...

Страница 82: ...ts stop glowing and all external peripheral cables are disconnected CAUTION Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back where the ports are located Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration transport it in a carrying case for long trips You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or through Toshiba s Web site at toshiba co...

Страница 83: ...t 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 located on the left side of the computer then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it The computer is now securely locked to deter computer theft Locking the computer ...

Страница 84: ...rs 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 Setting battery alarms on page 132 HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature that you can turn on This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals See your software documentation for details Back up y...

Страница 85: ...se Stand by or Hibernation mode as described in Powering down the computer on page 108 CAUTION The operating system records information such as your desktop setup during its turn off procedure If you don t let it turn off normally details such as new icon positions may be lost Using the keyboard Parts of the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typew...

Страница 86: ...l 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 Use...

Страница 87: ...eyboard 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 keyboard indicator light glows whe...

Страница 88: ...key and press F11 again The numeric mode light goes out Using the cursor control overlay To turn on the cursor control overlay press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control mode keyboard indicator light glows when the cursor control overlay is on To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase letters hold down ...

Страница 89: ...ne of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full size keyboard For further information and instructions see Assigning a key to a program or document on page 200 TOSHIBA Console button The TOSHIBA Console button provides quick access to some common functions When the default setting is active the TOSHIBA Console button brings up the TOSHIBA Console Sample TOSHIBA Console box For informa...

Страница 90: ...s XP operating system gives step by step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu See Lesson 6 Starting programs on page 149 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette This is one of the most important rules of computing NOTE Save your data even when you are using the Stand by command in case the battery discharges before yo...

Страница 91: ...nformation on how to name a file see Windows XP file system on page 141 Printing your work Verify that the operating system is set up for your printer as described in Setting up a printer on page 78 TECHNICAL NOTE You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it If you use more than one printer or are changing printers you will need to set up the operating system to run with the a...

Страница 92: ...ox 3 Click OK to print Using diskettes The 3 5 inch external diskette drive lets you use high density 1 44 MB diskettes for data transfer and storage Sample external diskette drive The diskette activity light glows while the drive is being accessed Eject button Diskette activity light ...

Страница 93: ...skette or the drive To access your diskette contents 1 Click Start then click My Computer 2 Double click the 3 1 2 Floppy A drive The diskette contents appear Caring for diskettes Store your diskettes properly to protect them and keep them clean If a diskette is dirty clean it with a soft cloth moistened in water Do not use cleaning fluids Never slide back the protective metal cover Never touch th...

Страница 94: ...r network partition Copying to a diskette 1 Insert a diskette into the external diskette drive 2 Click Start The Start menu appears 3 Click My Computer The My Computer window appears 4 Double click the drive that contains the file you want to copy 5 Double click the folder that contains the file then click the file you want to copy HINT You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one fi...

Страница 95: ...DVD performance it is recommended that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery power You use CD ROMs to load and run software and to access reference material such as catalogs as well as listen to music A special feature allows you to play audio CDs even when the computer is turned off For more information see CD DVD control buttons on page 97 If your computer has a DVD ROM CD ...

Страница 96: ... damage the disc or the drive The manual eject button allows you to manually open the disc tray when power to the computer and the drive is off CAUTION Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it Instead use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip HINT When the computer is off and the DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive is on p...

Страница 97: ...essing 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 button skips to the following track on the disc The Sub LCD is a display screen that shows mode status and batt...

Страница 98: ...ts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently playing The stop eject button stops a disc that is currently playing You can eject a disc by pressing the stop eject button twice Use this method to eject a disc when the computer is turned off and the sound subsystem is turned on CD DVD control and Digital audio control The following chart describes CD DVD control and digital audio mode Status Di...

Страница 99: ... the drive the operating system starts and the DVD player starts The operating system starts the TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER starts and the digital audio file begins to play CD DVD player mode and you press the mode button DVD ROM drive power turns off Operating system is running and you press Play Pause If a CD is in the drive the TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER starts and the digital audio file begins to play If ...

Страница 100: ...on press the eject button on the DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive Pressing the eject button The disc tray partially opens CAUTION To avoid damaging a disc or losing data check that the disk disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust CAUTION Handle discs carefully Avoid t...

Страница 101: ...lfunction 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place Positioning the disc on the spindle CAUTION Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle If you position the disc incorrectly it can jam the disc tray 6 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Disc Spindle Correct position Inco...

Страница 102: ...indows MediaTM Player or the TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER For information on how to set the default please see TOSHIBA Button Controls on page 207 To access the Windows MediaTM Player click Start then click Windows Media Player Sample Windows MediaTM Player screen To access TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER 1 Click Start then click All Programs Rewind Stop Previous track Next track Mute Volume Play control Fast forwar...

Страница 103: ...yer s control panels works much like ordinary compact disc players To stop the CD click the Stop button To play the CD click the Play button To pause click the Pause button Playing a DVD This manual has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVD For information about how to play back a DVD see WinDVD 2000 on page 216 Rewind Stop Pause Play Fast forward Previous playlist Next playlist Next Previous ...

Страница 104: ...sing the drive Wait for the disk disc activity light on the system indicator panel to turn off before opening the disc tray 1 Locate and press the eject button The disc tray partially opens 2 Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open 3 Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its protective cover CAUTION If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray wait for the disc ...

Страница 105: ... scratches and keep them clean Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it Hold a disc by its outside edge Fingerprints on the surface of a disc can prevent the drive from reading the data 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 wate...

Страница 106: ... lines with another computer you need The computer s modem A telephone line A communications program To connect to the Internet you need a Web browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer TECHNICAL NOTE Disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem Call Waiting interrupts data transmission Connecting the modem Your computer comes with a built in V 90 56K modem and a built in 10 100 Ethe...

Страница 107: ...ne Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network locally or remotely Locally using the built in 10 100 Ethernet LAN adapter by connecting it to a standard RJ45 LAN line Remotely using the built in modem and a dial up connection To set up the network connection use the Network Setup Wizard 1 Click Start and point to All Programs 2 Point to Accessories then to Comm...

Страница 108: ...e the disk activity lights are off If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off the computer The Windows XP Home operating system uses the Turn Off command The Windows XP Pro operating system uses the Turn Off command if you are not connected to a W...

Страница 109: ...ring information from the hard disk takes longer than restoring it from memory When you restart the computer the computer runs a self test loads the operating system and then returns to the state in which you left it Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation 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 ...

Страница 110: ...our computer could lose data When starting up again this choice uses less time and battery power than either Turn Off Shut down or Hibernation On restarting the computer returns to the state in which you left it and opens all the programs and files you were using NOTE If you power down using the Stand by command and the battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your wo...

Страница 111: ...n The Shut Down window appears 2 Select Shut down from the drop down list 3 Click OK The computer turns itself off Turning off or shutting down more quickly In addition to the method described above you can turn off or shut down the computer by pressing the power button To do so you must preset the mode 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Performance and Maintenanc...

Страница 112: ... Using Turn Off or Shut down 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 4 0 Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click Details in the Running on batteries section The Full Power Properties window appears 5 Click the System Power Mode tab ...

Страница 113: ... window 6 Select Power Off for the option you want When I press the power button Set this option to Power Off if you want the computer to turn off when you press the power button 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here The Set the range window appears Sample Set the range window with DC only option ...

Страница 114: ... the Control Panel Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down To start the computer up again press and release the power button the on off light changes to green Using Hibernation When Hibernation is enabled you can put the computer into Hibernation in more than one way Enabling the Hibernation command Hibernation enabled is a default setting If it should become disabled you can enable it as follo...

Страница 115: ...A Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Going into Hibernation mode If you are using the Windows XP Home operating system or are using the Windows XP Pro operating system and are not a member of a domain power off the computer using the Hibernation command as follows 1 Click Start Turn off computer 2 Hold down the shift key and click Hibernate Hibernate only appears when the s...

Страница 116: ...ain power off the computer using Hibernation as follows 1 Click Start Shut Down The Shut Down window appears 2 Select Hibernate from the drop down list of options 3 Click OK The computer saves the state of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk Then the computer turns itself off Going into Hibernation mode more quickly By pressing the power button By closing the display ...

Страница 117: ... window appears 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 In the Running on batteries area click the Details button 5 Click the System Power Mode tab ...

Страница 118: ...ns you want When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here ...

Страница 119: ...A Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Starting again from Hibernation To start the computer from Hibernation mode press and release the power button until the on off light changes to green The computer returns to the screen you were using If you went into Hibernation mode by closing the display panel you can start the computer again by opening the display panel Using Stand b...

Страница 120: ... Pro operating system and are a member of a domain power off the computer using the Stand by command as follows 1 Click Start then Shut down The Shut Down window appears 2 Select Stand by from the drop down list of options 3 Click OK The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory turns off the display and goes into a low power mode The on off light blinks green to indicate t...

Страница 121: ...combination Fn F3 By pressing the power button By closing the display panel To put the computer into Stand by mode when you press the power button or close the display panel you must preset the mode 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears ...

Страница 122: ... Basics Using Stand by 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 4 0 Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click Details in the Running on batteries section The Full Power Properties window appears 5 Click the System Power Mode tab ...

Страница 123: ...nto Stand by mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Stand by mode when you close the display panel When the system Standby time has passed Set this option to Standby if you want the computer to automatically go into Stand by mode when you haven t used it for a specified amount of time You can set the System Stand by ti...

Страница 124: ...ply whether you are using battery power or outlet power 9 Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window 10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Starting again from Stand by To start the computer from Stand by mode press and release the power button until the on off light changes to green The computer returns to the screen you were using If y...

Страница 125: ...mber 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 batte...

Страница 126: ...nfiguration settings and the current time and date for up to a month while the computer is turned off Using additional batteries If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source you may want to carry additional charged batteries with you You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working Battery safety precautions If the battery pack produ...

Страница 127: ...esignated as an approved option When you install the battery you should hear a click when it is seated properly Never expose the battery to fire The battery could explode Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery At least once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps be...

Страница 128: ...eriod more than one month remove the battery Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully charged Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens its life If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours disconnect the AC adapter Store spare batteries in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Charging batteries The main battery needs to be charged before you can use it to...

Страница 129: ...ntil it reaches room temperature 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit 10 to 26 degrees Celsius The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes HINT Once a battery is fully charged we recommend that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges completely Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure...

Страница 130: ...eset the real time clock Monitoring battery power The battery light indicates the main battery s current charge It Glows green when the battery is fully charged Glows amber while the battery is being charged Does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is completely discharged Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the com...

Страница 131: ...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 instead of an external monitor How much you use the hard disk and other drives Whether you use any optional devices to which the battery sup...

Страница 132: ... you left off The computer stores the information on what you were doing until the battery runs out of power If you have Hibernation mode enabled the default the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down Setting battery alarms Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low You can set multiple alarms Each alarm ca...

Страница 133: ...r source or install a charged battery NOTE If your battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work often CAUTION When handling a battery be careful not to drop it or short circuit its terminals Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in Going into Hibernation mode ...

Страница 134: ...of the computer Sliding the battery out 6 With the battery release latch pulled toward you use the adjacent half oval finger slot nearby to gently pull the battery cover free WARNING If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to handle it and discard it immediately following the advice in Disposing of used batteries safely on page 136 ...

Страница 135: ...ensure a good connection 2 Place the charged battery into the battery cover so that the label is against the inside of the battery cover and the side terminals face away from the battery release latch 3 Press the battery cover latches upward 4 With the battery release latch pulled toward you insert the back end of the battery at a slight angle so that the end fits evenly with the surrounding casin...

Страница 136: ...ou can recharge a battery many times When the battery needs replacing the battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged CAUTION The computer s main battery is a lithium ion Li ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsi...

Страница 137: ...ply while travelling Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust Always travel with the computer in a carrying case Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cables compact discs and diskettes Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit t...

Страница 138: ...nt going through these lessons As you explore the Windows XP 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 Lesson 1 Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do...

Страница 139: ...different from the screens displayed by your system However the differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system Finding your way around the desktop Your computer s desktop includes several standard features icons Start button taskbar System tray and background pattern Sample Desktop Start Taskbar System tray button Icons ...

Страница 140: ... information on the Recycle Bin see Windows online Help NOTE If you place the cursor over an icon a popup description of the file contents appears Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration See the Windows XP online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it Start button You use the Start button to Start programs Access operating system update infor...

Страница 141: ...s and a short description of the task appears Typical tasks in the System tray are Current time Power usage mode and speaker volume To activate a specific task double click the appropriate System tray icon Windows 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 to...

Страница 142: ...ntroduced you to the pointing device which is your basic tool for moving around the screen This lesson lets you practice using the pointing device with the control buttons in tandem NOTE How to best use the cPad or TouchPad and the control buttons together is a matter of personal preference Many users find that the ideal way is to use both hands with one index finger working the cPad and or TouchP...

Страница 143: ...nu 3 With the cursor in an empty area of the desktop click the secondary button to open the desktop shortcut menu As the name implies shortcut menus provide quick access to many operating system features Sample desktop shortcut menu 4 Click an empty area to close the shortcut menu 5 Click Start then click My Computer The operating system opens the My Computer window Sample My Computer window ...

Страница 144: ...f the screen and while holding down the primary button use the pointing device to drag the cursor to the right edge of the desktop then release the primary button This process is known as clicking and dragging The taskbar moves from the bottom to the right edge of the desktop Sample desktop with the taskbar on the right HINT You can move the taskbar to any of the desktop s four edges 8 Click the t...

Страница 145: ... lock and unlock the taskbar by using the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window To access the window 1 Right click the taskbar then select Properties The Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window appears 2 Check or uncheck the box next to the Lock the taskbar command 3 Click OK Lesson 3 Learning about the Internet This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a window and from the taskb...

Страница 146: ...es that you are in My Computer 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 cursor to an empty area of the desktop then click the secondary button The operating system displays a shortcut menu of commands applicable to the desktop 2 Click New then click Text Document The operating syst...

Страница 147: ...into the operating system Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens there is a new button on the taskbar that reads New Doc txt 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 files you currently have open To learn more ab...

Страница 148: ... The 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 ...

Страница 149: ...ams Lesson 6 Starting programs Usually you will know which program you want to use for a particular task This lesson teaches you how to launch programs from the Start menu using two of the programs that are built into the operating system Paint and Windows Explorer 1 Click Start then All Programs 2 Point to Accessories then click Paint The operating system opens Paint a basic drawing program Sampl...

Страница 150: ...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 4 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...

Страница 151: ...al program windows open You can organize these windows by resizing and repositioning them so that you can see more than one of them at a time You can also hide windows by removing them from the desktop without actually closing your document or program This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size shape and position of windows open on the desktop Sample Windows Explorer window open on the ...

Страница 152: ...play only the taskbar buttons Maximize windows Close windows Choose your option depending on how you wish to set up your desktop Minimizing and maximizing windows 1 To make the Explorer window the active window click the Windows Explorer button on the taskbar The operating system highlights the Windows Explorer title bar to show that Windows Explorer is the active window 2 Click the Minimize butto...

Страница 153: ...ving windows 1 Click the Restore button in the top right corner of the Paint window Paint returns to its previous size and location Notice that the Restore button has changed back into the Maximize button For the next few steps assume that you want to be able to see both Paint and Windows Explorer at the same time 2 Move the cursor to the right hand edge of the Paint window The cursor changes to a...

Страница 154: ...the desktop The next lesson shows you how to close them Lesson 8 Closing programs Once you are finished working with a document or program it is a good idea to close it While you can run several programs at the same time having a large number of programs and documents open simultaneously can slow down your computer This lesson teaches you how to close the programs you opened earlier in this tutori...

Страница 155: ...shortcut to the Calculator Use this method when you know the name and location of the program file to which you would like to create a shortcut 1 Move the cursor to an empty area of the desktop then click the secondary button The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu 2 Click New then click Shortcut The operating system displays the Create Shortcut dialog box Sample Create Shortcut di...

Страница 156: ...tcuts 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 4 0 Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Use this method when you don t know the name and location of the program file 1 Click Start then click Search Sample Search option on the Start menu The operating system displays the Search Results window ...

Страница 157: ... or part of the file name The operating system displays a list of all the files with char in their names 4 Select the Character Map file with the secondary button then drag and drop it on the desktop 5 In the shortcut menu click Create Shortcut s Here A shortcut to the Character Map appears on your desktop NOTE Shortcut icons can be recognized by an arrow in the lower left corner Deleting or chang...

Страница 158: ...ill also introduce you to properties The Windows XP operating system treats all windows icons programs drives etc as self contained objects each with its own set of properties such as size position on screen and color Many of these properties can be customized to meet your particular needs and tastes DEFINITION An object is an independent block of data text or graphics that was created by an indiv...

Страница 159: ...rrows in the list box 6 Try a screen saver pattern by clicking a name in the list box The operating system displays your selection in the monitor above the list box Try several patterns 7 To apply a pattern to your desktop click Apply 8 After you have chosen a screen saver pattern and applied it to your desktop click OK The operating system returns you to the desktop You can view any object s prop...

Страница 160: ...s 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options 3 Click one of the following Change the date and time in the Pick a Task section Date and Time in the or pick a Control Panel icon section The Date and Time Properties window appears Sample Date and Time Properties window HINT To open the Date and Time Properties window more quickly eithe...

Страница 161: ...eturn the desktop back to its original uncluttered state This lesson explains how to remove objects from the desktop and introduces the Recycle Bin 1 Click the New Folder icon you created drag it until it is over the Recycle Bin icon and it changes color then release the primary button The icon disappears but it has not really gone It is merely set aside in the Recycle Bin so that you can restore ...

Страница 162: ... 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 The operating system restores the object to the place from which it was deleted You can also restore the...

Страница 163: ...nt 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 state it was in at the preset time To get to System Restore click Start click All Programs point to Accessories and System Tool and click System Restore The System Rest...

Страница 164: ...ort The operating system has a Help 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 If you don t have an application open press F1 otherwise click Start then click Help and Support The operating system opens the Help and Support Center window 2 If you do not see the index click index Hel...

Страница 165: ...help window for drawings Notice that under the category drawings there is a subcategory creating using Paint 4 Highlight creating using Paint then click Display Help opens a topic screen that in the window s right pane gives a brief description of Paint and provides different ways for accessing the program including through use of a hot link Paint Not every Help topic contains a hot link to start ...

Страница 166: ...ur Windows XP The Windows XP Tour window appears 2 Follow the instructions Sample Windows XP Tour window Lesson 15 Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the operating system turn off your computer As it shuts down the operating system performs a number of tasks that ensure that everything is in place the next time you turn on the computer This lesson teaches you how to turn o...

Страница 167: ...d 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 ...

Страница 168: ...hanges to reflect what 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 your favorite URL addresses or local folders and programs DEFINITION URL stands for Uniform Reso...

Страница 169: ...ad of in the same window Folders are accompanied by a list of common tasks instead of displayed alone The options you choose determine how you browse in the operating system regardless of whether you start from the desktop My Computer Windows Explorer or Internet Explorer For more information about changing your desktop style enter customizing the desktop on the Index tab in Help and Support Choos...

Страница 170: ...rsonalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop you can also display a Web page in an individual window If you subscribe to the Web page it can be automatically updated on a regular basis For example using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather game scores stock prices or headlines all in the window of your choice ...

Страница 171: ...ay 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 ...

Страница 172: ...ul to have the operating system display the name of the folder and brief information about how to use the folder 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 browse to another location by...

Страница 173: ...ks section click the button for Show common tasks in folders 5 Click Apply then click OK Helpful information on how to use the folders appears on one side of the window Sample folder with how to information To remove the informational boxes 1 In the Tools menu select Folders Options The Folders Options box appears 2 In the Tasks section click the button for Use Windows classic folders 3 Click Appl...

Страница 174: ... special synchronization program and the computer s infrared port To transfer files through the infrared port the other computer must have a compatible infrared port To transfer files 1 Place the computers so that their infrared ports are aligned 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 progr...

Страница 175: ...ly change it To find out which port your modem is connected to in the operating system 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel appears 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Phone and Modem Options The Phone and Modem Options window appears 4 Click the Modems tab A location box appears The COM port is specified in the Attached to field Your modem should be listed under Modem ...

Страница 176: ...you are using the telephone line at home disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem Call Waiting interrupts data transmission Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality Accessing a network To access A wired network at the office connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer A remote ne...

Страница 177: ... that it is in use Do not confuse the system tray s icon with other removable PC Card devices you may have installed You can use the system tray s PC Card icon to turn off your Wi Fi Mini PCI module or Bluetooth module However you will need to restart your computer to turn it back on Your Wi Fi Mini PCI module or Bluetooth module is integrated into your computer system It is recommended that you d...

Страница 178: ...is highlighted 3 Release the keys Bluetooth is now enabled NOTE Your Bluetooth module is based on the Bluetooth specification version 1 1 Toshiba cannot confirm all compatibility with PC products and or electronic devices using Bluetooth other than Toshiba mobile PCs Setting up a direct cable connection To establish a direct cable connection with another computer 1 Click Start All Programs 2 Point...

Страница 179: ...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 Hype...

Страница 180: ...criber Lines DSL cable and satellite links Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet you need A modem A Web browser A telephone line An Internet Service Provider ISP account Once you have established an ISP account you can access the Internet 1 Connect your computer s modem to a telephone line For more information on connecting a modem see Connecting the modem on page 106 2 Start your ...

Страница 181: ...Internet email To send and receive email of your own you need a mailbox on the Web or an email address If you have an account with an ISP you can probably set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas can communicate in real time one on one or in groups by typin...

Страница 182: ...er to transfer large amounts of data Toshiba s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect These sites provide information about Toshiba products give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades For more information see Contacting Toshiba on page 266 Exploring video features Your computer s video features include Viewing Windo...

Страница 183: ...de 2 Connect the video audio cable to the video audio line out jack 3 Press Fn and F5 five times consecutively Sample display options window The picture will automatically display on the TV screen If a movie is already playing turn it off and repeat step 2 NOTE As you press the Fn and F5 keys the display box shifts to highlight the different display output devices When the TV box is highlighted re...

Страница 184: ...me such as video devices Like your USB ports the i LINK port supports hot swapping the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is on The main difference between the i LINK port and your USB ports is that the i LINK port supports faster data transfer rates Playing DVDs 1 Open the DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW tray 2 Place the DVD in the DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive 3 Launch WinDVD...

Страница 185: ...Recording sounds You can make audio recordings and save them as wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone in jack and using the Sound Recorder feature in the operating system DEFINITION A wav pronounced wave file is the format for storing sound in files Using a microphone Attaching a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer 2 Click St...

Страница 186: ...st recorded click the Play button 6 To save the file select Save from the File menu Adjusting recording quality The better the quality of the recording the more disk space the sound file requires Experiment to find a balance that fits your needs 1 Open Sound Recorder if necessary click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder 2 In the Sound Recorder window cl...

Страница 187: ...ernal speakers Instead of using the internal speakers you can connect headphones a pair of external stereo speakers or a Dolby Digital Optical cable NOTE You will need to purchase a Dolby Digital Optical cable This cable is not shipped with your system TECHNICAL NOTE Use amplified speakers that require an external power source Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the co...

Страница 188: ...rd Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports two types of PC Cards known as types II and III A Type II card is typically used for memory storage as a network card and so on You can install two Type II cards A Type III card is used for removable hard disks and other functions that require a larger card You can install one of these cards Check the documentation that came with the PC C...

Страница 189: ...Hold the PC Card with the arrow or main label side up and the connector side toward the slot 3 Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place NOTE If you have a Type III card insert the connector into the lower slot If you have a Type II card you can insert it into either the upper or the lower slot CAUTION To avoid dam...

Страница 190: ...C Card eject button Ejecting a PC Card 4 Remove the PC Card and store it properly Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on This is called hot swapping Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use For example Never remove an ATA car...

Страница 191: ...you can safely remove it Using SmartMediacards Your computer supports the use of SmartMedia cards which are super compact memory cards that are highly portable and can be carried in a pocketbook or credit card holder SmartMedia cards are used to exchange data with other portable devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants PDAs They are also found in electronic musical instrumen...

Страница 192: ... indicator light of the computer to go out Removing a SmartMedia card 1 Right click the SmartMediadrive s icon and select Eject from the pop up menu 2 Press the card inward to release it The card pops out slightly 3 Lift the left side of the computer grasp the card and pull it straight out Using SD cards Your computer supports the use of SD memory input output cards The cards can be used with a va...

Страница 193: ... 3 Lift the left side of the computer grasp the card and pull it straight out Using your IR remote controller The TOSHIBA remote control lets you control play of CDs and DVDs as well as presentations The remote control works via the infrared port on the computer Applications whose functions can be controlled by the remote control are Windows MediaTM Player WinDVD Microsoft PowerPoint presentation ...

Страница 194: ...on to execute the specific function The Power button turns the power on or off The Instant Security button blanks the screen To restore the screen and original settings press any key or press the cPad TouchPad If a screensaver password is being used a dialog box will appear Enter the screensaver password and click OK The Full Screen button toggles the size of the active window between normal and m...

Страница 195: ...rd The Enter button emulates the Enter key on the keyboard The Audio Mute button mutes the sound The Tab button emulates the tab key on the keyboard The Menu button allows you to display the menu for the WinDVD application The Mode button allows you to toggle between CD DVD and digital audio modes The Play Pause button allows you to play or pause the CD DVD player The Stop button stops the CD DVD ...

Страница 196: ... your IR remote controller 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 4 0 The Next Track Chapter buttons allow you to move from one track chapter to another The Fast Forward Rewind buttons allow you to fast forward and rewind your application such as WinDVD ...

Страница 197: ...hese utilities are described in this chapter TOSHIBA Accessibility Fn esse Hotkey utility TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required Using Accessibility enables you to make the Fn key a sticky key meaning you can...

Страница 198: ... Accessibility window appears 3 Check the Use Fn StickyKey box Sample TOSHIBA Accessibility window 4 Put a check mark next to the desired option 5 Click Apply then click OK The function is now active Fn esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba s Fn esse program provide quick ways to open programs documents and folders from within any program without using the Start menu ...

Страница 199: ...ted Windows program Display a customized folder of Windows programs and or files from which to choose Fn esse also has several keys known as hot keys that perform preassigned operations For more information see Hot Keys on page 271 You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay Starting Fn esse You can access Fn esse by Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities...

Страница 200: ...ram supporting drag and drop 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time 3 In the Explorer window highlight the program or document file you wish to assign to a key 4 Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item from Explorer to the key on the Fn esse keyboard you wish assigned 5 Release the primary button Fn esse d...

Страница 201: ...g a popup assignment complete step 4 3 To make a direct key assignment select Direct to display the Add Edit Command dialog box then complete these steps Enter the Description Command Line and Working Directory for the new Fn esse key assignment or click the Browse button to specify this information Click OK 4 To make a popup assignment select Popup to display the Application Explorer window then ...

Страница 202: ... view the existing key assignments choose Assignments from the Fn esse keyboard Fn esse displays the Function Key Assignments window This box lists all the key assignments and the program or document to which each key is assigned To view items in a popup list click the Expand popup lists check box Changing or removing existing key assignments 1 In the Fn esse keyboard click the key you wish to cha...

Страница 203: ...Toshiba Utilities and then click Hotkey utility The Toshiba Hotkey utility window appears Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Put a check mark next to the desired option 3 Click OK TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings You can normally access the TOSHIBA Console in two ways Press the TOSHIBA Conso...

Страница 204: ...he following 1 Click Start then click All Programs 2 Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection The TOSHIBA Console window appears Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features Customize Your Computer Network Security ...

Страница 205: ... 207 Sub LCD Mouse Hotkey assignment for detailed information see Fn esse on page 198 Toshiba Hardware for detailed information see Toshiba Hardware Setup on page 213 Small Display Properties for detailed information see Small Display Properties on page 215 Network The features in this category are Start Bluetooth for systems with this option Bluetooth settings for systems with this option IR Util...

Страница 206: ... a password recovery diskette 1 Turn off the computer 2 Insert a diskette into the external diskette drive Ensure the diskette s write protect tab on the back is set to the write enabled position NOTE Writing the power on password to a diskette will delete all data on the diskette 3 Turn on the computer 4 Enter the power on password when the Sub LCD displays the password prompt 5 Press the Tab key...

Страница 207: ...computer 3 When the Sub LCD displays password press the Enter key The computer will read the diskette and start the computer TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOSHIBA Button Controls allow you to enable or disable the TOSHIBA Console and Internet buttons and the programs associated with them Those buttons are located just above the function keys at the top of the keyboard To access these controls 1 In t...

Страница 208: ...d or the Internet button 4 Under Select a Program make the desired selections 5 Click Apply then click OK You can choose which of two media players you prefer to have as your default your automatic choice upon powering up when you play a CD If you want to change the default setting do the following 1 In the TOSHIBA Console click Toshiba Button Controls 2 Click the Media Apps tab ...

Страница 209: ...ntrol and CD Audio Control menu selections 4 Click Apply then click OK You can also program the Sub LCD the rectangular window in the middle of the CD DVD control button panel in the front of your computer You can access the Sub LCD controls in two ways 1 In the TOSHIBA Console click Toshiba Button Controls and then click the SubLCD tab Or in the TOSHIBA Console double click the SubLCD icon ...

Страница 210: ...r 24 hours and click the appropriate radio button Sample SubLCD tab Besides setting the clock you can also program a message by using the Owner String feature 1 Click the Owner String button with your cursor 2 Type a message in the text box below 3 Click Apply then click OK The message appears scrolls on your Sub LCD ...

Страница 211: ...urself To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA Console double click the Power Management icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Power Save Modes tab shows the power usage modes for both AC power Plugged in and battery power Running on batteries You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized mo...

Страница 212: ...t Full Power mode Running on batteries section The preset modes are Long Life Normal High Power DVD Playback Presentation Super Long Life Although you can change the properties for any of these modes this is not recommended If you need a customized mode create a new mode with the properties you require The DVD Playback mode applies only when the WinDVD 2000 program is playing Creating a new power ...

Страница 213: ...s you to choose an icon for your power usage mode describe the mode s characteristics and optionally associate it with a program The Name field displays the name assigned to the mode in the Power Saver Properties window You can change the name here if you wish Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool To access it In the TOSHIBA Console double click...

Страница 214: ...namically Switchable Always High Always Low Keyboard Allows you to set conditions for the Keyboard Wake up on Keyboard Enabled Disabled You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button then quickly pressing the right or left arrow keys Select the boot device by pressing the right or left arrow keys then pressing the Enter key NOTE Since the system is a quick booting syst...

Страница 215: ...5 x 8 375 ver 2 4 0 Small Display Properties The Small Display Properties feature enables you to adjust the settings for the cPad when it s in application launch mode For more information see Using the cPad in application launch mode on page 67 ...

Страница 216: ...OM CD RW multifunctional drive you can use InterVideo WinDVD to play DVDs WinDVD is an easy to use full featured multimedia control center that helps you get the most out of the exciting world of DVD technology If your computer has a DVD ROM drive or DVD ROM CD RW multifunctional drive WinDVD is preinstalled on the hard disk WARNING Before playing a DVD turn down the volume Playing the disc at max...

Страница 217: ...s WinDVD If the autoplay feature is enabled the DVD automatically begins to play see Setting general properties on page 225 for information on enabling autoplay To open WinDVD manually 1 Click Start and point to All Programs 2 Point to InterVideo WinDVD then click InterVideo WinDVD Sample InterVideo WinDVD 2000 window Time slider Playback speed slider Current time slot indicator Current chapter in...

Страница 218: ...ght to go forward The current time slot is indicated on the right side of the status bar The playback speed slider enables you to control the speed at which the DVD plays Move the slider to the left to slow the playback speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster Placing the slider in the center plays the DVD at normal speed and enables the audio The audio is automatically muted at any ot...

Страница 219: ...counter displays the current chapter and elapsed time in hours minutes seconds format From the WinDVD control panel you can open an expanded control panel by clicking the Expanded controls button The expanded control panel contains several advanced features See Using WinDVD advanced features on page 229 for an explanation of these features Using the control panel playback buttons Once you have ins...

Страница 220: ...repeat button is activated the repeat symbol appears to the left of the chapter number on the control panel counter The DVD continues to repeat until you click the repeat but ton again and the repeat symbol no longer displays on the control panel None Eject open the DVD ROM drive disc tray E Pause temporarily stop playing a DVD Spacebar Time slider Audio volume controls Eject Repeat Pause Play Pre...

Страница 221: ...g the DVD End Fast reverse move quickly backward through the DVD content When you reach the desired location click the play button to resume playing the DVD R Previous move to the beginning of the previous chapter and resume playing the DVD PgUp Next move to the next chapter and resume playing the DVD PgDn Fast forward move quickly forward through the DVD content When you reach the desired locatio...

Страница 222: ...u may want to create a playlist for DVDs that contain music files so that you can play the music selections you want in the order you want to hear them You can only save one playlist at a time Creating playlists 1 On the WinDVD control panel click the playlist button The Playlist window appears Time move to a specific time slot then click the play button to play the DVD from the selected location ...

Страница 223: ... can also double click a file name to add it to the playlist 4 Add as many files as you wish to the playlist You must add the files in the order in which you want to play them To delete a file from the playlist select the file in the Selected files list then click Delete To delete the entire list and start over click Delete All 5 When you have finished creating your playlist click Save Playlist to...

Страница 224: ...sing playlists To resume playing the DVD files in the normal sequence after using a playlist click the eject button to open the disc tray then close it again The DVD resumes normal playback Customizing WinDVD You can control several general WinDVD characteristics such as whether the toolbar and status bar are visible as well as numerous audio and display features You control these general audio an...

Страница 225: ...the protection system for DVD content It divides the world into six regions The intent is to enable specific content to be viewed in a specific region The current region code of the WinDVD player installed in your computer is Region 1 comprising the United States and Canada NOTE Most DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drives let you change the region code usually between one and five times Once a drive has ...

Страница 226: ...he check box to disable this feature When enabled the auto play feature automatically launches a DVD ROM when it is inserted in the DVD ROM or DVD ROM CD RW drive 4 In the View box select the items you want displayed when WinDVD launches Tool bar is the bar containing basic player functions that is displayed at the top of the WinDVD video window Status bar is the bar that is displayed at the botto...

Страница 227: ...ls into one channel Stereo mixes the audio channels into two channels Dolby Surround Compatible mixes the audio channels into two channels plus Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound 3D audio provides standard 3D audio sound If you have an S PDIF compliant sound card select Enable S PDIF output This option sends the stereo output through the sound card to an external receiver Setting display properties 1 ...

Страница 228: ...the control panel hidden Otherwise clear the check box 4 Select the OSD On Screen Display check box to enable OSD Otherwise clear the check box 5 Click OK to save the settings Customizing the control panel You can configure the control panel s appearance Position the cursor over the control panel then click the secondary button to display a shortcut menu of control panel options You can select a n...

Страница 229: ...ng the expanded controls button WinDVD expanded control panel Use this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Playback speed control the speed at which the DVD plays Move the slider to the left to slow the play back speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster Placing the slider in the cen ter plays the DVD at normal speed and enables the audio The audio is automati cally muted at any other p...

Страница 230: ...d the arrow keys on the keyboard The center button rep resents Enter Up Right Down Left Enter Numeric keypad use these buttons to select a chapter by entering the chapter number After you have entered a chapter number click the enter button on the lower right corner of the numeric keypad to begin playing that chapter You can clear an entry by clicking the clear X button on the lower left corner of...

Страница 231: ...l panel directional but tons to select a menu Click Resume to resume DVD play back None Chapter button display a list of all the chapters in the cur rent DVD Select the chapter you want to play or use the numeric keypad to enter the chapter num ber C Title button Dis play a list of all the titles on the current DVD Click the title you want to play then click Enter T Use this To do this Or use keyb...

Страница 232: ...changes A Subtitles display a list of all the available language subtitles This button is enabled only for DVD content that includes subtitles and supports dynamic subtitle information changes Select the desired language or select Default to dis play subtitles in the DVD s default lan guage S Camera angles display a list of all the available camera angles Due to differ ences in the DVD mastering p...

Страница 233: ...ight corner of the area you want to view in close up A dotted rectangle appears around the area you wish to view 4 Release the primary button WinDVD automatically fills the window with the selected area Bookmark save an unlimited number of locations on the DVD for quick reference On the bookmark shortcut menu click Add to open the Add Bookmark dialog box Type a bookmark name then click OK The book...

Страница 234: ...dow drag the zoomed window up down left or right The close up view changes to reflect the new zoom window location Zooming out To return the video to normal size click the zoom button The video also returns to normal size when you reach the zoom limit Adjusting the color balance You can adjust the DVD color balance Click the adjustment button on the main DVD video window toolbar to open the Adjust...

Страница 235: ...lider to the right to increase the red and decrease the green color values Move the slider to the left to increase the green and decrease the red color values Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD Some DVDs contain links to Web sites To enable these links click the control panel Web button to launch your Internet browser Getting help Click the control panel Help button to open the WinDVD Help ...

Страница 236: ...olve many problems by yourself It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the f...

Страница 237: ...ctions in Turn Off or Shut down command on page 108 Your program performs an illegal operation If you receive the message Your program has performed an illegal operation you should record the details of the message and consult the software manufacturer To record the details 1 Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays The Details button displays information that the...

Страница 238: ...bly in Stand by mode and have a software or resource conflict When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system To clear the condition press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously 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 c...

Страница 239: ...ntinue If pressing any key does not work press Ctrl Alt and Del to restart the computer The Windows operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly For example The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message a...

Страница 240: ...Startup menu 1 Restart your computer 2 Press F8 when your computer starts The Windows Advanced Options menu displays these options Safe Mode Safe Mode with Networking Safe Mode with Command Prompt Enable Boot Logging Enable VGA Mode Last known good configuration your most recent settings that worked Directory Services Restore Mode Windows domain controllers only Debugging Mode Start Windows normal...

Страница 241: ... impossible for your browser to locate the site My browser can t find a site I bookmarked The World Wide Web is constantly changing A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server may be down for temporary repair Try again later The Windows XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer the onl...

Страница 242: ...f the system depends on the successful interaction of all devices programs and features If the system or one of its attached devices isn t working resolving the problem can be time consuming and frustrating The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time After you add each device test it to make sure it and all previously connected ...

Страница 243: ... channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly If two or more devices use the same DMA the data required by one device overwrites the data required by the other causing a hardware conflict 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 Disable another system c...

Страница 244: ...4 Select the specific device from the device category 5 In the toolbar look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front This is the disable feature 6 Click the icon You are given the option of disabling the device 7 Click yes or no whichever is appropriate Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device Prop...

Страница 245: ...s 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 module problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device related It is worthwhile checking for these first 1 Turn off your computer a...

Страница 246: ...em 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 not come on check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance The AC adapter and power cable work correctly but the battery will not charge...

Страница 247: ...er from the battery Is your software using the hard disk more Is the display set to turn off automatically Was the battery fully charged to begin with All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts For more information on maximizing battery power see Charging batteries on page 128 Keyboard problems If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the k...

Страница 248: ...y 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 display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this press Fn and F5 simultaneously once If this does not correct the problem press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its pre...

Страница 249: ...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 Change the Colors option and click OK For more information see Windows Help A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not wo...

Страница 250: ... problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them Typical disk problems are You are having trouble accessing a disk or one or more files appear to be missing Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name A or C Error checking Run Error checking which analyzes the directories files and File Allocation Table FAT on the disk and repairs any damage it finds To run Er...

Страница 251: ...ecover lost data using utility software which is available from your dealer Some programs run correctly but others do not This is probably a configuration problem If a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive You may already have a diskette in the drive Make sure the dr...

Страница 252: ...clicks into place Open the drive tray and remove the disc Make sure the drive tray is clean Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty If necessary wipe it with a clean damp cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Replace the disc in the tray Make sure it is lying flat label side up Press the disc down until it locks on the spindle C...

Страница 253: ...k performance of the WinDVD player WinDVD controls are disabled Controls may be grayed out by commands on the DVD disc For example it is common for DVD movie titles to disable fast forward and rewind during the legal notices at the beginning of a movie Playback performance is poor Make sure your system s A C adapter is plugged in and the system s power setting is on full The Root or Title menu doe...

Страница 254: ... normal try 1 Closing any other open applications to improve the performance of the DVD playback 2 Ensuring DMA Direct Memory Access is turned on See Playback performance is poor on page 253 3 If you have installed new hardware such as a new graphics card or audio card ensure the component s drivers support Microsoft DirectX 8 1 or higher and WinDVD Contact the manufacturer of the component 4 Veri...

Страница 255: ... resolutions for error messages that may appear when using WinDVD Error message and additional information Resolution The disc in the DVD ROM drive is not a valid disc type Valid disc types are DVD Video and audio CD Ensure the disc is a valid disc type If the disc works in other players try using a disc cleaner The disc may require fea tures that are not supported by WinDVD Microsoft DirectShow c...

Страница 256: ...lay the selected resolution due to system limitations The screen size exceeds the allowable display limit There are not enough sys tem resources to play the DVD at the selected setting Alter the display settings to reduce the resolution or number of colors Update video drivers The audio settings are incorrect Please check sound card or drivers The audio card was found but there is a problem with t...

Страница 257: ...c problem There is a problem with the copy protection system within the DVD ROM drive Playback cannot con tinue The DVD ROM drive failed to authenticate authorize playback of the DVD disc There may be a problem with the DVD ROM drive Try to play another disc Contact your supplier s Technical Support WinDVD does not support this version of the DVD specification Check that this is a DVD Video 1 0 di...

Страница 258: ... of WinDVD Use DVD content from the appropriate region If appli cable on your system refer to the Help file for how to change the Region Code Permission to play is denied Please check the Parental Control setting The Parental Control set ting of WinDVD is lower than the Parental Control level of the content being played Playback of the DVD disc is not authorized Change the Parental Con trol level ...

Страница 259: ...e 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 This file appears to contain unsupported data Please refer to the Sup ported Formats section of the WinDVD Help file and ensure that this file contains valid data The drive or di...

Страница 260: ...d the resources it requires by reading its Card Information Structure CIS Sometimes the CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately Other cards must be set up before you can use them Use the Windows XP PC Card PCMCIA Wizard to set up the card Refer to your Microsoft documentation for more information or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card Some card manufac...

Страница 261: ...n it may be defective Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions The slots appear to be dead PC Cards that used to work no longer work Check the PC Card status 1 Click Start 2 Click My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properties The System Properties window appears 3 Click the Hardware tab 4 Click the Device Manager button 5 Double click the name...

Страница 262: ...ly Remove Hardware icon on the System tray 2 Click Safely remove xxxx where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card The operating system displays a message that you may safely remove the card 3 Remove the card from the slot The system does not recognize your PC Card Refer to the PC Card documentation Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems For more information ...

Страница 263: ...ter drivers as shown in Setting up your software on page 46 You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable Stand by 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 print...

Страница 264: ... bps bits per second or higher Refer to the program s documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings TECHNICAL NOTE Disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem Call Waiting interrupts data transmission 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 li...

Страница 265: ...res you to reformat your hard disk and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time Read the user s guides It s very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together Get familia...

Страница 266: ...ions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance Consult the dealer or authorized Toshiba representative from whom you purchased your computer and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States call 800 457 7777 Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem ...

Страница 267: ...the problem along with its installation diskettes or CD ROM Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support call the Toshiba InTouch Center Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site computers toshiba...

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Страница 271: ...on with the Fn key turn system functions on and off Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls Volume Mute Fn This hot key enables disables volume mute on your computer When volume mute is enabled no sound will come from the speakers or headphones ...

Страница 272: ... pressing the Fn F1 key combination to activate instant security will cause the screen to go blank Moving the pointing device or pressing a key turns the screen back on An Unlock Computer window appears prompting you for a password After typing in the password press Enter NOTE To activate the password feature you must first enable it by using Toshiba Hardware Setup Refer to Toshiba Hardware Setup ...

Страница 273: ...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 the Windows operating system under AC power is Full Power only The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba P...

Страница 274: ...omputer 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 119 ...

Страница 275: ... 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 114 ...

Страница 276: ...nel 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 internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device ...

Страница 277: ...hot key enables disables the optional wireless devices in your computer The wireless modes you can toggle between are Bluetooth enabled This enables just the Bluetooth module See Using Bluetooth on page 177 for instructions on setting up Bluetooth Wi Fi enabled This enables just the Wi Fi module Bluetooth and Wi Fi enabled This enables both wireless modules Disable all devices Sample wireless mode...

Страница 278: ...nables the TouchPad or cPad To use the TouchPad see For systems with Touch Pad on page 62 To use the cPad see For systems with cPad on page 63 Sample disable and enable TouchPad or cPad windows 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 ...

Страница 279: ... 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 ...

Страница 280: ...of the screen s dimensions in terms of horizontal and vertical pixels in graphics modes or rows and columns of characters in text modes Grid is the default number of pels per character A pel is the smallest display element that the computer can control It consists of a single pixel dot or a set of contiguous pixels LCD Colors is the maximum number of simultaneous colors or shades of gray that the ...

Страница 281: ...on Character matrix pels LCD colors CRT colors Scanning frequency Vertical Hz 0 1 VGA Text 40 x 25 Characters 8 x 8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 2 3 VGA Text 80 x 25 Characters 8 x 8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 0 1 VGA Text 40 x 25 Characters 8 x 14 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 2 3 VGA Text 80 x 25 Characters 8 x 14 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 0 1 VGA Text 40 x 25 Characters 9 x 16 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 2 3 ...

Страница 282: ...70 11 VGA Grph 640 x 480 Pels 8 x 16 2 of 256K 2 of 256K 60 12 VGA Grph 640 x 480 Pels 8 x 16 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 60 13 VGA Grph 320 x 200 Pels 8 x 8 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 70 Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz 640 x 480 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 256 256K Virtual 256 256K 60 7...

Страница 283: ...K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 64K 64K Virtual 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 64K 64K Virtual 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 64K 64K Virtual 64K 64K 60 75 2048 x 1536 64K 64K Virtual 64K 64K 60 75 640 x 480 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 Resolution LCD colors CRT colors V...

Страница 284: ...00 16M 16M Virtual 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 16M 16M Virtual 16M 16M 60 75 2048 x 1536 16M 16M Virtual 16M 16M 60 Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz 640 x 480 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz ...

Страница 285: ...6 256 256K Virtual 256 256K 60 640 x 480 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 64K 64K Virtual 64K 64K 60 75 2048 x 1536 64K 64K Virtual 64K 64K 60 Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz ...

Страница 286: ...5 100 800 x 600 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 16M 16M Virtual 16M 16M 60 75 2048 x 1536 16M 16M Virtual 16M 16M 60 Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz ...

Страница 287: ... 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 ...

Страница 288: ...n table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I O input output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 parallel port LSI large scale integration MB megabyte MIDI Mus...

Страница 289: ...s simplest form there is one thin film transistor TFT for each cell This type of display works well with notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high quality color Active matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passive matrix displays adapter A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives in...

Страница 290: ... 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 between two devices The basic measure used in modem communications bps is similar but not i...

Страница 291: ... read only memory A form of high capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data See also CD Compare DVD ROM central processing unit CPU The chip that functions as the brain of the computer It takes information from outside sources such as memory or keyboard input processes the information and sends the results to another device that uses the information characte...

Страница 292: ...he computer s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs See also cache L1 cache L2 cache cursor A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen The shape of the cursor varies depending on the program you re using and what you re doing D default The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternati...

Страница 293: ...ne or more read write heads diskette A thin flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data Diskettes can be removed from the computer and come in two sizes 5 25 inch and 3 5 inch Your computer uses 3 5 inch diskettes See also double density diskette high density diskette document Any file created with an application and if saved to disk given a name by which it can be r...

Страница 294: ...able executable file A computer program that is ready to run Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files Names of executable files usually end with a bat or exe extension expansion device A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities Other names for an expansion device are port expander port replicator docking station or network adapter extension See fil...

Страница 295: ... called system bus See also bus function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 typically located on the keyboard Their function is determined by the operating system and or individual programs G gigabyte GB A unit of data equal to 1 073 741 824 bytes 1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes See also byte ground A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are connected It has a potential of zero 0 vo...

Страница 296: ...remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change I icon A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function file or program interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image Compare no...

Страница 297: ...k pixels load To move information from a storage device such as a hard disk into memory for processing local area network See LAN logical drive A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive A system s logical drives may differ from its physical drives For example a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives M megabyte MB A un...

Страница 298: ...ns facilities A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail non interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen Compare interlaced non system disk A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the ...

Страница 299: ...led by the computer s CPU pixel Short for picture element The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer Plug and Play Generally refers to the computer s ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices When capitalized refers to a standard that when followed by a device manufacturer allows a PC to configure itself automatically to work with the device pointi...

Страница 300: ...n dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Synonymous with reboot To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off See also boot RJ11 A modular connector used on most U S telephone systems and direct connect modems The RJ11 connector is a 6 wire connector ROM read only memory Non vol...

Страница 301: ...again system disk A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk A system disk is also called a bootable disk or a startup disk Compare non system disk system prompt The symbol in the MS DOS operating system generally a drive letter followed by a greater than sign indicating where users are to enter commands T TFT dis...

Страница 302: ...ss Fidelity Wi Fi is another term for the IEEE 2 11b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components World Wide Web www The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site See also Internet ...

Страница 303: ...njury 41 B battery alarms 132 changing 133 charge not lasting 247 charging 57 129 conserving power 131 disposal 136 inserting 135 installing 133 light 36 59 130 Li ion lithium ion 125 monitoring power 130 NiMH nickel metal hydride 126 power usage mode 273 recharging 128 remaining power 130 removing 133 RTC real time clock 126 129 setting alarms 132 battery cover 38 135 latch 38 removing 135 Blueto...

Страница 304: ... contents 104 CD ROMs using 95 writing 30 CDs 34 104 inserting 100 problem solving 253 changing main battery 133 channels DMA 243 IRQ 243 Character Map 156 charging main battery 57 129 RTC real time clock battery 129 checking device properties 244 cleaning CD DVDs 105 computer 81 diskettes 93 closing programs 154 COM port 175 comfort chair 42 lighting 43 work habits 44 command Shut down 108 Turn O...

Страница 305: ... changing icons 75 deleting programs 76 Application Launcher button 66 background 70 disabling 61 display using 67 enabling 61 Help accessing 77 Small Display Properties 72 215 Sticky Note 68 tap zones 65 using 60 142 cursor control mode light 35 customizing taskbar 168 window toolbars 171 D date and time setting 160 DC IN 56 desktop 138 background 141 browsing style 169 choosing style and browsin...

Страница 306: ...4 DVD ROM drive 30 95 184 216 inserting a disc 100 playing DVDs 216 problems 252 removing a disc 104 troubleshooting 245 WinDVD general properties 225 DVD ROM CD RW launch WinDVD2000 184 DVD ROM CD RW drive 30 95 106 184 216 can t access disc 252 drive tray won t open 252 eject button 96 general properties 225 light 36 manual eject hole button 96 playing DVDs 216 problems 252 troubleshooting 245 D...

Страница 307: ...199 starting 199 usingkeyboardorpointingdevice 201 viewing key assignments 202 folders 141 displaying information 172 front panel 35 function keys 33 86 H hard disk drive cover 39 light 36 59 hardware conflicts 242 resolving 243 headphone S PDIF 31 headphones connecting 188 Help 164 Windows XP 241 Hibernation low battery 132 Hibernation command 109 enabling 114 Hibernation mode 109 methods 115 116...

Страница 308: ...vider ISP 180 IR remote controller 193 IRQ Interrupt Request 243 J jacks headphone S PDIF 31 microphone 31 video audio out 29 K keyboard 35 character keys 85 Ctrl Fn and Alt keys 86 cursor control overlay 88 emulating full size 89 external 55 Fn esse 199 function keys 86 hot keys 278 indicator panel 34 35 lights 34 numeric keypad overlay 87 overlay keys 87 unexpected characters 247 Windows special...

Страница 309: ...t working 248 moving the computer 82 My Computer 142 143 N network accessing 176 connecting to 107 New Connection Wizard 176 Network Setup Wizard 107 New Folder icon 148 new text document 146 next track button 34 37 97 Notepad 147 numeric mode light 35 O object properties 158 on off light 36 online tours 166 operating system 23 P Paint program 149 password power on 59 PC Card checklist 261 CIS Car...

Страница 310: ...1 can t read a diskette 252 changing display properties 249 checking device properties 244 compact discs not running correctly 253 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 262 computer will not power up 238 contacting Toshiba 266 corrupted damaged data files 251 Device Manager 243 disabling a device 244 disk drive is slow 251 display is blank 248 DVD ROM controls are gray 253 not functioning properly ...

Страница 311: ...1 starting 90 Web browsers 179 properties 158 R recharging main battery 128 129 RTC battery 129 recording adjusting quality 186 sounds 185 Recovery CD 25 Recycle Bin 161 region code 225 remaining battery power 130 remote controller 193 removing battery cover 135 CDs and DVDs 104 main battery 133 PC Cards 190 resizing windows 151 153 Restart command 109 RGB monitor port 32 RTC real time clock batte...

Страница 312: ...ky key 197 stop button 38 Sub LCD programming 209 subwoofer option 33 support for Windows 140 system indicator panel 34 36 System Restore 163 System Setup 238 System Tools 163 system tray 141 T taskbar 141 152 customizing 168 telephone line connecting the modem 106 television adjusting display 54 connecting 53 text file 146 tips on computing 84 toolbars customizing 171 displaying in a window 172 T...

Страница 313: ...loring 182 video modes 280 table 281 video projector adjusting display 54 connecting 53 video audio out jack 29 volume control dial 31 volume adjusting 188 W warranty SelectServ 26 wav files recording 185 Web address 145 181 Web browsers 179 Web sites 266 Support Online 241 Web sites Toshiba 267 Wi Fi wireless networking 176 windows hiding 151 repositioning 151 resizing 151 153 Windows Explorer 14...

Страница 314: ... messages 255 help 235 Internet browser launching 235 not functioning properly 255 pan 234 performance is poor 253 playlists 222 properties audio 226 properties display 227 region codes 225 slow playback 254 starting 217 status bar 218 toolbar 218 video content poor 254 video window maximizing 222 zoom 233 234 WinDVD 2000 184 wireless antenna on off switch 28 wireless features Bluetooth 177 Wi Fi ...

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