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Satellite ® M30/M35 Series User’ s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ T oshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the Unite d States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see “If Something Goes W rong” on page 161 in this guide.
2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Models: Satellite M30/M35 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased ma y include a ReWritable CD and/or D VD driv e(s), among the mo st adv anced data storage technologies av ailable.
3 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y OU, AND NO T TOSHIB A, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE. FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information” This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to P art 15 of th e FCC rules.
4 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Contact: T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92 618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industr y Canada requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
5 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T elephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone compan y is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasi onally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operati ons or procedures.
6 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired al arm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you hav e quest ions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone co mpany o r a qualified installer .
7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 The standard connecting arrangemen t (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jack t ype(s): USOC RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIB A W ireless LAN Mini PCI Card.
8 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 In some situations or enviro nmen ts, the use of W ireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the b uil ding or responsible representativ es of the organization.
9 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 des fenetres afin de Four nier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne d'e mission) est i nstalle a l'e xterieur , il doit f aire l'objet d'une licence.
10 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 USA – Federal Communica tions Commission (FCC) This de vice complies with P art 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a W ireless LAN System is subj ect to the following tw o conditions: ❖ This de vice may not cause harmful interference.
11 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Caution: Exposure to Ra dio Frequency Radiation The T oshiba W ireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be i nstalled wit h one of tw o types of antennas. The both of antenn a types, whe n installed a re located at the upper edge of the LCD screen.
12 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The leg al communications mentioned in the abov e item refer to radio communications operat ed in accordan ce with telecom munication laws and regulations.
13 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 It is possible to av oi d the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIB A Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10: 00 – 17:00 T oll Free T el: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial.
14 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiv er is connected. ❖ Consult the dealer or an experien ced radio/TV technician for help.
15 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 802.11a (5 GHz) T urbo Mode (5 GHz) Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel ® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the ra dio standard by th e countries/re gions in the following table.
16 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the T oshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the ra dio standard by th e countries/re gions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in th e countries/regions in the follow ing table .
17 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Bluetooth wireless technology is a ne w innovative technology , and TO SHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of i ts Bl uetooth™ products with all PCs and/ or equipment usi ng Bluetooth wirel ess technology ot her than TOSHIBA portable comp uters.
18 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 In some situations or enviro nmen ts, the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by th e proprietor of the building or responsible representativ es of the or g anization.
19 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ This device must accept an y interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note that any changes or modificati ons to this equipment not expressly approv ed by the manuf acturer may v oid the authorization to ope rate this equipment.
20 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The leg al communications mentioned in the abov e item refer to radio communications operat ed in accordan ce with telecom munication laws and regulations.
21 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3. TOSHIB A Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10: 00 – 17:00 T oll Free T el: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5 916 Fax: 0 3-5444-945 0 Device Authorization This device obtains.
22 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Location of the required label (Sample shown below . Location of the label and manufacturing information may v ary .) This appliance contains a l aser system and is classifie d as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the user’ s guide carefully and keep it for your future reference.
23 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Notice The information contained in this ma nual, including b ut not limited to an y product specificatio ns, is subj ect to change without notice.
24 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Computer disposal information This product contains mercury . Disposal of this material may be regulated due to en viro nmental considerations. For dispos al, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local gov ernment or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www .
25 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Contents Introduction ........ ........................................ .............. 33 This guide ..............................................................34 Safety icons ..............................................
26 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Scrolling with the TouchPad™ .........................54 Control buttons ................................................ 54 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad ................55 Setting up your software ..........
27 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Starting a program from the Run dialog box ... 75 Saving your work ................................................... 76 Printing your work .................................................78 Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive .
28 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Changing batteries ...............................................107 Disposing of used batteries ...........................109 Conserving power ................................................109 Power profiles in Windows XP .
29 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Uploading and downloading files from the Internet ............................................. 130 Exploring audio features ......................................130 Playing an audio CD .............................
30 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Mouse utility ...............................................153 Hotkey utility ............................................... 154 Toshiba Hardware Settings ............................ 154 Enabling Hibernation ....
31 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Develop good computing habits ..........................183 If you need further assistance ..............................185 Before you call ...............................................185 Contacting Toshiba .....
32 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Glossary ............. .................................................... 208 Index ................... ..........
33 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 I n t roduct ion W elcome to the world of po werful, portable multimedia computing. W ith your T oshiba notebook computer , your work can accompany you where ver you go.
34 Introduction This guide 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 This guide This guide introduces the computer’ s features. Y ou can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end ❖ Skim through and stop when a.
35 Introductio n Other documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Provides import ant informat ion. Other icons used Additional icons highlight ot her helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon in dicates technica l information about the computer .
36 Introduction Service options 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ The Microsoft ® Wi n d ow s ® operating sy stem documentation which ex plains the features of the operating system. Ser vice options T oshiba offers a full line of se rvice options built around its SelectServ ™ limited warranty programs.
37 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for w orking comfortably , describes ho w to connect components, and ex plains what to do the first time you use your compu ter . Selecting a place to work Y our computer is designed to be used in a v ariety of locations and situations.
38 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you spill liquid into the computer , turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source and let it dry out completely before turning it on again.
39 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external de vices is important to av oid stress-rela ted injuries. Consider the follo wing when placing your computer . ❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance .
40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Position your chair so that the ke yboard is at or slightly lo wer than the le vel of your elbo w . Y ou should be able to type comfortably with your shou lders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor .
41 Getting Started Other pr ecautio ns 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 W ork habits The key to a voiding discomfort or injury from strain is to v ary your acti vities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day . Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and impro ve yo ur ef ficienc y .
42 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonge d use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is used extensively . Overheatin g of a PC Card can res ult in errors or instability in the PC Card operation.
43 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Connect a local printer ❖ Install PC Cards Connecting to a power source Y our computer requires power to operate. Use the po wer cable and A C adapter to conn ect the computer to a liv e electrical outlet, or to ch arge the computer’ s battery .
44 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of an y incompatible adapter could damage your compu ter . T oshib a assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an in compatible adapter .
45 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting the AC adap ter to the computer 3 Connect the po wer cable to a liv e electrical outlet. If the electrical outlet is li ve, the system indicator panel’ s A C po wer light ( ) glo ws blue.
46 Getting Started Adding memory 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Charging the batter y Y our computer came with its batte ry already installed. Before using the battery to po wer the computer , you must charge it. T o charge the battery , leav e the computer plugge d in to an A C po wer source for at least three hours with the computer turned of f.
47 Getting Started Adding memory 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Installing a memory module Additional memory m odules can be insta lled in the memory exp ansion slots on th e base of the computer . Y ou will need a standard Phillips no.1 scre wd ri ver for this procedure.
48 Getting Started Adding memory 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Locating the memory slot cover 6 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 scre wdriv er , unscrew the scre w that secures the memory slot cover , then remove the memory slot co ver . Removing the memory module cover 7 Place the scre w and the cov er in a safe place so that you can retriev e them later .
49 Getting Started Adding memory 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Static electricity can damage the memor y module. Befo re you handle the module, touch a grounded meta l surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up .
50 Getting Started Adding memory 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer . Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memor y access problems. 11 Replace the cov er plate and the screw . 12 T urn the computer ov er and restart it.
51 Getting Started Adding memory 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Pull the clips aw ay fro m the memory module. The memory module pops partially out of the slot. 3 Carefully remov e the module from the slot. Removing the memory module 4 Replace the cov er plate and screws.
52 Getting Started T urning on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T urning on the computer The computer is no w ready for you to turn it on and be gin using it. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch t o the right. 2 Lift the display panel.
53 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T urning on the power 4 The preinstalled operating system will load automatically . When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the opera ting system has loade d completely .
54 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ T o mov e it to the left side, slide your f inger from right to left. Because the T ouchPad is much smaller th an the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often mea ns having to move your finger several times across the T ouchPad in the pref erred dir ection.
55 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad The T ouchPad is enabled b y de fault. T o change the enable/ disable T ouchP ad setting: 1 Click Start , Contro l Panel . The Control P anel windo w appears.
56 Getting Started Setting up your software 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou can also use a hot key to disable or enable the T ouchPad. See “Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad” on page 196 . Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer , the Setup W izard guides you through steps t o set up your softw a re.
57 Getting Started Re gistering you r computer with T oshiba 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 7 Enter your name and click Finish to complete the process. Y our computer restarts automatically .
58 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 commands to sav e your syst em settings to memory so that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left of f.
59 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: In the Windows ® XP operating system, you do not need an Internet connection to watch cable or broadcast TV , but you must purchase a compatible TV tuner card. ❖ A video display de vice, such as a video projection unit, via the video-out port.
60 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a poor quality cable ma y result in a dull or fuzzy picture, poor color , ghosting, video no ise, or loss of video. Connecting to the video-out port Video cables are not included with your computer .
61 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting an external monitor or projector Y ou can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larg er screen. T o do this: 1 Connect the monitor’ s video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the back of the computer .
62 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou can also change these se ttings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video contro ller by clicking Start, then Control Panel and clicking Display .
63 Getting Started Using an external k e y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer . Th e computer’ s USB p ort supports a ny USB- compatible keyboard. Using a mouse Y ou may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’ s built- in T ouchPad.
64 Getting Started Connecting a local printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not come with your printer , you may purchase one from an electronics or computer store. If your printer is ECP- or IE EE-compli ant, make s ure your printer cable is an IEE E 1284 cable.
65 Getting Started Connecting an optional external disk ette drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting an optional ex ternal diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, requi re a diskette dri ve designed for use with 3.
66 Getting Started Connecting external speakers or headphones 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting external sp eakers or headphones T o attach an external stereo output de vice: 1 Locate the headphone jack near th e front of the right side of the computer .
67 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 2 Learning t he Basics This chapter giv es some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Sa ve your w ork frequently . Y our work stays in the computer’ s temp orary memory until you sav e it to the disk.
68 Learning the Basics Computing tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Back up your f iles to disks (or other remov able media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It’ s easy to put of f backing up because it takes time.
69 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the keyboard Y our computer’ s keyboard cont ains charac ter ke ys , control ke ys, function keys, and special W indo ws ® ke ys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard.
70 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, o r to the re gular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized k eyboard.
71 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Windows special keys The W indows special ke ys Y our computer’ s keyboard has two keys that ha ve special functions in W indows: .
72 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay ke ys. T o turn the numeric o verlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously . The numeric mode light o n the ke yboard indicator panel glo ws when the numeric ov erlay is on.
73 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ For uppercase letters, hold do wn both Fn and Shift while you type the letters. T o use the numeric ov erlay keys while the cursor control ov erlay is on: ❖ Hold do wn Shift while you use the numeric ov erlay keys.
74 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The W indows ® XP operating system displays the All Programs menu, which lists pr ograms and program groups. If your program is listed, go to Step 3, otherwise, continue with Step 2. 2 Point to the program grou p, in this e xample, Accessories .
75 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 window sho ws all the folders contained within the Program Files folder . 6 In the left part of the windo w , click Windo ws NT . 7 Click Accessories . W indows ® Explorer shows th e contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window .
76 Learning the Basics Saving your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ If you do not know the location, click Br owse... . In the Browse dialog box, enter the f ile name (for example, wor dpad.exe ) and select the dri ve to search. When the operating system has found the file, click Open .
77 Learning the Basics Saving your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to giv e it a file name. A sample Save As dialog bo x 2 Choose the dri ve and folder where you wan t your f ile to be stored. 3 T ype a fil e name, then click Sa ve .
78 Learning the Basics Printing your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou may use all the letters and numbers on the k eyboard plus these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % & { } ( ) @ and ‘. MS-DOS ® file names are not case-sensiti ve and must not contain spaces.
79 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 A sample Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. For e xample, the range of pages and number of c opies to print. 4 Click Print . Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Optical storage has become the pr eferred medium for software, music, and video.
80 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: Y our DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North Am eric a) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region, the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other regi on.
81 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Never use a pencil to press the eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the compu ter and damage it. CD/DVD control buttons The control b uttons on the front edge of the computer let you play audio CDs when the comput er is of f.
82 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 CD/DVD control and digital audio modes The follo wing chart describes CD/D VD control and digital audio modes. Inserting compact discs T o insert a compact disc into the dri ve: 1 Make sure the computer is turned on.
83 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The disc tray slides partially out of the dri ve (about 1 inch). HINT : The drive will not open if t he computer’ s power is off. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open.
84 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 7 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until you feel it click into place. Handle DVDs and CDs carefully , m aking contact only with the center hole and edge.
85 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o remov e a compact disc w ith the computer turned of f: 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. 2 Gently pull the tray out until it is fully open, remo ve the disc, and place it in its protecti ve co ver .
86 Learning the Basics Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using PC Cards TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard (or later). Other cards may work with your computer , but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use.
87 Learning the Basics Using SD ® (Secur e Digital) car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using SD ® (Secure Digital) cards If you do no t already ha ve a SD card inserted in the computer , you may do so follo wing the procedures outlined in “Inserting an SD® card” on page 140 .
88 Learning the Basics Using a computer loc k 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a computer lock For yo ur o wn peace of mind, yo u may want to secure your computer to a heavy object su ch as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchas e an optional POR T -Notew orthy ® Computer Lock Cable.
89 Learning the Basics Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Caring for your computer This section gi ves tips on cleaning and moving your computer . For information ab out taking care of your computer’ s battery , s ee “Running the computer on battery po wer” on page 100 .
90 Learning the Basics Backing up your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Backing up your work Y our computer comes with Reco v ery media that enable you to reinstall software that w as preinstalled. This media can be used to install or reinstall pa rticul ar T oshiba applications, utilities, and dri vers.
91 Learning the Basics Pr eparing fo r communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Preparing for communications T o connect to the Internet, use an onlin e service, o r communicate across the tele phone line.
92 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using T urn Off Computer or Shut Down For th e Win dows XP Home operating system, follo w these steps to shut do wn the computer: 1 Click Start , select T urn off computer . The T urn off computer dialog box appears.
93 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Shutting down more quickly In addition, you can shut do wn the computer by pressing the po wer b utton. T o use either of these methods, you f irst need to turn it on in T oshiba’ s Po wer Sav er utility .
94 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 For more information about the Power Saver utility , see “Power Management” on page 151 . Starting again after Shut down T o start the computer up ag ain, press the power b utton until the on/of f light changes to blue.
95 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ When starting u p again, th e co mputer returns to the mode in which you left it, including all open programs and f iles you were using Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel then Perf ormance and Maintenance .
96 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting again from Hibernation mode T o start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the po wer b utton until the on/of f light turns blue. The computer returns to the scre en you were using.
97 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample T urn off computer W indows ® dialog box If you hold down the Shift key , Stand By becomes Hibernate in the T urn off computer dialo g box. T o enter hibernation mode, you must hold down the Shift key while you select Hibernate.
98 Learning the Basics T oshiba’s online r esour ces 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ When I press the po wer b utton Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power b utton. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you close the display panel.
99 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing T oshiba’ s energy-saver design Y our computer enters a lo w-po wer , standby mode when it is not being used, thereb y conserving ener gy and sa ving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy ef ficiency .
100 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Running the computer on batter y power The computer contains a remov able Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) battery pack th at provides po wer when you are away from an A C outlet. This is the main ba ttery .
101 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The main battery light ( ) glo w s amber while the battery is being char ged, and glo ws blue when it is fully charged . The battery may not start char ging imm ediately under the follo wing conditions: ❖ The battery is e xtremely hot or cold.
102 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 5 Charge the battery pack until the Battery LED glo ws blue. ❖ If you ha ve e xtra battery packs, rotate their use. ❖ If you will not be using the system for an e xtended period, more than one month, remo ve the battery pack.
103 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The computer’ s RTC battery is a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a T oshiba service representative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of.
104 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Flashing amber indicates that the computer is using battery po wer , and the battery’ s charge is ru nning lo w . HINT : Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ) with the on/off light ( ).
105 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample T oshiba P ower Saver Pr operties Dialo g Box The remaining battery charge is indicated on the top left side of the dialog box. W ith repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’ s capacity will gradually decrea se.
106 Mobile Computing What to do when the battery alarm sounds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The computer drains batter y power more quickly at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you’re working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
107 Mobile Computing Changing batt eries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Changing batteries When handling batter y packs, do no t drop or knock th em. Also be caref ul not t o damage th e casing or short-circuit the terminals. T o change the battery: 1 Sav e your work.
108 Mobile Computing Changing batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Removing the dischar ged battery If the batter y is leaking or its case is cracked, pu t on protective gloves to handle it, a nd discard it immediately following the advice in “Disposing of used batteries” on page 109 .
109 Mobile Computing Conserving power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack shou ld last for years. When the battery pack nee ds replacing, the main ba ttery light flashes amber shortly after you ha ve fully rechar ged the battery .
110 Mobile Computing Conserving power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 There are v a rious ways in which you can conserv e power and extend the operating time of your battery: ❖ Enable Standby or Hibernation, which saves po wer when you turn off the computer an d turn it back on again.
111 Mobile Computing Additional options for power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a hot key to set the power profile Y ou may use a hot ke y to set the po wer profile. T o set the po wer profile: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power profile pop-up window .
112 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 4 Expansion Options Y our computer is designed to w o rk in the of fice as well as on the road. This chapter e xplains how to set up the v arious optional de vices so that your notebook can provide all the con venience of a traditional desktop computer .
113 Expansio n Options Using an external k e y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The de vices manufactured b y T oshiba can be purchased through T oshiba’ s W eb site: toshiba.
114 Expansion Options Using a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou also need a suitable printer cable, which may ha ve been provided with your printer . If not, your company may keep a stock of cables. Otherwise, yo u can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.
115 Expansio n Options Using a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting up your printer Setting up a printer in v olves selecting a printer dri ver . This special program acts as a transl ator that turns your document into a form the prin ter can understand.
116 Expansion Options Using a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Add Printer W izar d dialog bo x 3 Click Next . The Add Printer W izard asks you to select your printer . TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play , the Windows ® XP operating system recognizes it automatically .
117 Expansio n Options Using a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 Select the port settings accordi ng to the instructions in your printer’ s documentation and the port to which y our printer is connected, then click Next . The wizard prompts you to select your printer .
118 Expansion Options Using the W i-F i® W ir eless LAN Mini PCI module 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific installation process. In this case, the Windows ® XP operating system Add Printer Wizard will display an error message.
119 Chapter 5 Enhancing Productivity In this chapter , you will explor e some of the special features of your Satellite ® S eries notebook computer . Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the W indows ® XP Home or XP Professional operatin g system.
120 Enhancing Productivity Explorin g the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample W indows ® XP oper ating system desktop Icons An icon represen ts a folder , file, or program that can be quickly acti v ated b y double-clicking the icon.
121 Enhancing Productivity Exploring the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Internet Explorer — The Microsoft ® bro w ser that prov ides access to the Internet. If you place the cursor over an icon, a popup description of the file contents appears. Y our desktop may co ntain other icons depending on your confi guration.
122 Enhancing Productivity Exchanging data with another computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou can personalize the taskbar to include not onl y shortcut icons b ut also your fa vorite Internet URL addresses.
123 Enhancing Productivity Exchanging data with another computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Set any specif i c options. 4 Start the transfer . 5 When you hav e finished transferring files, close the programs on both computers. Getting help transferring files 1 Click Start , then Help and Supp ort .
124 Enhancing Productivity Exchanging data with another computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you’ re ha ving trouble connecting through the mo dem, you may need to dete rmine the current COM port name and possibly change it. T o fin d out which port yo ur modem is connected to: 1 Open the Start menu, click Contr ol Panel .
125 Enhancing Productivity Exchanging data with another computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting your computer to a network Y ou can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality usin g one of its communication ports.
126 Enhancing Productivity Exchanging data with another computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 minutes as it waits for a reply . T o a v oid this delay , you can reconfigure W indo w s to disable the LAN port. T o disable the LAN port: 1 Click Start , click Control P anel then P erformance and Maintenance .
127 Enhancing Productivity An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 walls and floors) of the wirele ss transmission is up to 100 feet. T o use your wireless communica tion, flip t he wireless on/off switch to the On position.
128 Enhancing Productivity An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 designed to work with HT TP . The y make it easier to connect to a particular network address an d send and recei ve information.
129 Enhancing Productivity An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you are using your compu ter at the of fice, then you probably connect to the Inte rnet through your compan y’ s network. See yo ur network ad mi nistrator about connecting to the Internet.
130 Enhancing Productivity Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 A ne ws group is similar to a chat room, but instead of using a dedicated sit e to con verse ab out a specialized subject with others in real-time, it uses a W eb site as a clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic b ulletin board.
131 Enhancing Productivity Explorin g audio feat ures 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o access the W indows Media ™ Player , you can open it through the Start menu or acti vate it from the taskbar . When using Windows Me dia Player , your system may not be able to activate Standby or Hibernation modes.
132 Enhancing Productivity Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Playing CDs using Auto-Run If you insert a CD into the D VD-R OM/multi-function dri ve and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disk, try launching the CD manu ally .
133 Enhancing Productivity Explorin g audio feat ures 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 in microphone located to the left of the CTRL key on the ke yboard. DEFINITION: A .
134 Enhancing Productivity Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Sound Recorder window displays the ne w sound file as a waveform . Y ou can only record 60 seconds at a time. 6 T o hear what you just recorded, click the Play b utton. 7 T o sa ve the f ile, select Sav e from the File menu.
135 Enhancing Productivity Explorin g audio feat ures 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using external speakers or headphones Y our computer is equipped w ith a full stereo sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headph ones or a pair of e xternal stereo speakers.
136 Enhancing Productivity Inserting and remo ving har d drives 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Inserting and removing hard drives Y our Satellite ® M3 0/M35 can use v arious hard dri ve capacities.
137 Enhancing Productivity Inserting and r emoving har d drives 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 7 Grasp the edge of the hard drive and pull it to ward the edge of the computer , then lift it straight up to remo ve it.
138 Enhancing Productivity Inserting and remo ving PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Inserting and removing PC Cards Y our Satellite ® M30/M35 Series computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: ❖ T ype I cards—Y ou can install one of these cards, one in each slot.
139 Enhancing Productivity Inserting and remo ving PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Insert the PC Card. Inserting a PC Car d 4 When the ca rd is almost all the w ay into the slot, push firmly , b ut gently , to ensure a firm connection with the computer .
140 Enhancing Productivity Using SD® car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The PC Card ejects sli ghtly from the slot. 3 Grasp the edges of the PC Ca rd and slide it out of the slot. Inserting and removing Wi-Fi ® modules Y our system may come with an optional W i-Fi module.
141 Enhancing Productivity Using SD® car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Inserting an SD card Do not touch the SD ® connector (metal area). Y ou could expose the storage area to static electricity , which can destroy data. Do not remove an SD ® card while data is being written or read.
142 Enhancing Productivity Using the i.LINK® port 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the i.LINK ® port The i.LINK ® port on the rear of the computer pro vides an extremely f ast data transfer rate (up to 400 me ga bits per second [Mbps]). Y ou can connect up to 63 e xternal devices to the i.
143 Enhancing Productivity Connecting your modem to a telephone line 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting to a phone line Before you can commu nicate using the modem, yo u need to connect it to a telephone line. Y our computer’ s built-in modem port provides an R J-11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade tel ephone line.
144 Enhancing Productivity Connecting your modem to a telephone line 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 No w you’ re ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. For more information on using a modem, see “Setting up for communications” on page 123 .
145 Chapter 6 T oshiba Utilities Y our computer includes se veral utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. T ogether , these allow yo u to determine certain system details, set additional options, or change default options.
146 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Fn-esse ® Desktop shortcuts and T o shiba’ s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, do cuments, and folders from within any W indo ws ® program without using the Start menu.
147 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The keys are color -coded as follows: ❖ A vailable ke ys are dark gray with white letters. ❖ Assigned ke ys and keys associated wit h a popup list are sho wn on the Fn-esse k eyboard in the selected color .
148 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The program or document is no w associated with the key you just selected. T o open the program or document, press Fn plus the appropriate ke y from within any W indows program.
149 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Making a popup assignment 1 Select Popup... to display the Application Explorer dialog box. 2 Select the desired folder . The left side of the Application Explorer windo w displays the folders in the Programs menu.
150 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Changing or removing existing key assignments In the Fn-esse ke yboard, click the ke y you wish to change with the secondary b utton. Fn-esse displays the Assignment T ype dialog box. ❖ T o change the ke y assignment, click Direct.
151 T oshiba Utilities TOS H IBA C o ns o le 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The TOSHIB A Console offers three cate g ories of features: ❖ Customizing Y our Computer ❖ Network ❖ Security Customizing Y our.
152 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o access Power Management through the TOSHIB A Console, double-click the P ower Management icon.
153 T oshiba Utilities TOS H IBA C o ns o le 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ High Po wer ❖ Normal ❖ D VD Playback ❖ Presentation Although you can change the p roperties for an y of these prof iles, this is not recommended. If y ou need a customized profile, create a ne w profile wit h the properties you require.
154 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hotkey utility The hotkey utility allo ws you to receiv e a confirmation message when you use the hotk ey combin ation for Standb y [ Fn+F3 ] and Hibernation [ Fn+F4 ]. T o acti v ate: 1 Click Start , All Programs , T oshiba, Utilities , then click the Hotke y utility .
155 T oshiba Utilities TOS H IBA C o ns o le 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample TOSHIB A HW Setup window The tabs represent v arious dialog boxes. Th ey are: ❖ General—Allows you to vie w current BIOS, .
156 T oshiba Utilities Enabling Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system. Enabling Hibernation Y our computer includes a T oshiba Po wer Sav er utility that allo ws you to change man y of your default po wer settings.
157 T oshiba Utilities Setting user passwor ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ A supervisor password — Prohibits unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as T oshiba Hardware Setup. This is usef ul if more than one person uses the co mputer .
158 T oshiba Utilities Setting user passwor ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Point to TOSHIB A Console , then click the resulting TOSHIB A Console selection. Y ou may also press the T O S HI B A Console button to the left of the ke yboard to open the T OS HI B A Co nsole.
159 T oshiba Utilities Using a supervisor passwor d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a super visor password A supervisor passw ord pre vents other users from changing hardware conf iguration options. Setting a super visor password T o register a passw ord for the po wer-on password functions: 1 Click Start , the click All Programs .
160 T oshiba Utilities Using a supervisor pa sswor d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 T ype your password in the Input box. 7 Retype your password in the Input again bo x. 8 Click Set . 9 Click OK . Deleting a super visor password T o cancel the power -on password function: 1 Click Start , the click All Programs .
161 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 7 If Somet hing G oes Wron g Some problems you may encounter wh en using your notebook computer are relati vely easy to identify and solv e. Others may require he lp from your dealer o r the manufacturer of a software program.
162 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Pr oblems th at ar e easy to fi x 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Click the Applications tab . If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. 3 Select the program you want to cl ose, then click End Ta s k .
163 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 Sa ve the f ile and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer . Problems when you tu rn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the po wer .
164 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng The W indows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The computer displays the WA RNING RESUME F AILURE message. The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the comp uter’ s memory has been lost.
165 If Something Goes Wrong The W indows ® operating system is not workin g 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start prop erly , you may hav e to change your system’ s configuration o r verify t he startup procedure to fix the problem.
166 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng The W indows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 See your W indow s ® docu mentation for fu rther e xplanation. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may display differen t versions of Safe mode.
167 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Help and Support window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the topic of the problem with which you need help and follo w the on-screen instructions.
168 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 you add each device, test it to mak e sure it and all previously connected devices work. The device most recently connec ted to the system is the one most likely to be causing a hardware conflict .
169 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new de vice, see “Fixing a problem with De vice Manager” on page 169 . ❖ Reconfigure the de vice so that its requirements do not conflict.
170 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to vie w the prop erties of a de vice. Properties include the name of the manufacturer , the type of de vice, the dri vers installed, and the system resources assigned to the de vice.
171 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Memory problems Incorrectly connected o r faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be de vi ce-related. It is worthwhile checking for these first: 1 Click Start , then click T u rn off computer .
172 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The A C power light does not come on when you plug in the A C adapter and power cable. Make sure the A C adapter and power cable are f irmly plugged into bo th the wall out let and the comput er .
173 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 memory module, that takes its po wer from the battery? Is your software usin g the hard disk more? Is the display po wer set to turn of f automatically? W a s the battery fully char ged to begin with? Al l these conditions af fect ho w long the charge lasts.
174 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 password, press the Enter key , type the pass word and press Enter . If no password is registered, press Enter . The screen reactiv ates and allo ws you to continue working.
175 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Change the Colors option and click OK . For more information, see W indows ® Help. A message tells y ou that ther e is a pr oblem with y our display settings and that the ad apter type is incorrect or the current settings do not w ork with y our hardware.
176 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to hav e garbage in them. T ypical disk problems are: Y ou ar e having tr ouble accessing a disk, or one or more f i les appear to be missing.
177 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y our data f iles are damaged or corrupted. Refer to your software docu mentation for f ile reco very procedures. Many softw are packages automatically create backup files.
178 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems Y ou cannot access a disc in the driv e. Make sure the dri ve tray has closed properly . Press gently until it clicks into place.
179 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you are using external headphones or speak ers, check that they are securely connected t o your comp uter . The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers.
180 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Some card manufacturers use special softw are called enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations th at can cause problem s when installing the PC Card.
181 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 5 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter . 6 Double-click the appropriate PC Card. The operating system displays your PC Card’ s Properties dialog box, which contains in formation about your PC Card configuration and status.
182 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If the card is attached to an external de vic e, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card’ s documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section .
183 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 will print. Contact the softwa re manufacturer for more information. Modem problems This section lists co mmon modem problems: The modem will not recei ve or transmit properly .
184 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 On a regular basis, back up the inf ormation stored on y our hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy f iles to diskette, following the steps in “Saving your work” on page 76 .
185 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you need further assistance If you hav e followed the recommen dations in this chapter and are still havi ng problems, you may need additional technical assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for help.
186 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Contacting T oshiba If you still need help and su spect that the problem is hardware-related, T oshiba of fers a variety of resources to help you.
187 If Something Goes Wrong Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites T oshiba’ s worldwide offices toshiba. com W orldwide T oshiba corpo- rate site computers.toshiba.com Marketing and pr oduct information in the USA www .
188 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng T oshiba’s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Germany T oshiba Eur ope GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D-93055 Regensburg Germany Greece Ideal Electronics S.A. 109 Syngrou A venue 176 71 Kalithea Athens Greece Hungary T echnotrade Kft .
189 If Something Goes Wrong T oshiba’s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Netherlands T oshiba Information Systems Benelux B.V . Riv ium Boule vard 41 2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel The Netherlands Norway Scribona Norge A/S T oshiba PC Service Stalfjaera 20 P.
190 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng T oshiba’s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Switzerland Ozalid A G Herostrasse 7 8048 Zürich Switzerland United Kingdom T oshiba Info rmation Systems (U.
191 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that , whe n pr essed in combination with the Fn ke y , turn system functions on and of f. Hot keys ha ve a legend on or abo ve the key indicating the option or feature the ke y controls.
192 Hot Keys Instant passwor d security 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Instant password security When the display re-a ppears, select your user name and enter the correct password if you ha ve created o ne. Power usage profile Fn + This hot key blanks the display .
193 Hot Keys Stand By mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Stand By mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Stand By mode. A message box is displayed by default to conf irm that the computer is going int o Stand By mode. This message box can be set so it d oes not display .
194 Hot Keys Hibernation mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hibernation mode Fn + This hot ke y puts the computer into Hibernation mo de. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer i s going into Hibernation mode.
195 Hot Keys Display modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Display modes Display brightness Fn + This hot key cycles through the po wer-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only.
196 Hot Keys Disabling or enab ling the T ouchP ad 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key enables/disables the T ouchPad. T o use the T ouchPad, see “Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad” on page 55 .
197 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix B Pow e r C a b l e C o nnector s The computer features a uni versal po wer supply you can use worldwide. This appendix sho ws the shapes of the typical A C po wer cable connectors for v arious parts of the w orld.
198 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities used for conf iguring networks that use both wired an d wireless network de vices.
199 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Getting Started 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Quick Connect — The Quick Co nnect utility is used to configure a wireless LAN connection (ad hoc connection) between a personal computer and a T oshiba W ireless Projector .
200 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Getting Started 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Create LOG — Creates and displays a log f ile containing diagnostic information about de vices connected to the network. ❖ About — Displays version information about ConfigFree.
201 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Right-click the Conf igFree icon on the taskbar , and then click Options .
202 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Connectivity Doctor The Connecti vity Doctor scre en automatically refreshes. Ho we ver , you can also use the Refr esh b utton to refresh the screen.
203 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 V iewing the de vice settings ❖ Network Connections — Displays the Network Connection window , whic h cont ains detailed information about the network connection.
204 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Profile Settings The Prof ile Settings u tility displays a list of all the registered prof iles in Conf igFree. Y ou can also add, mo dify , and delete profiles; switch the prof ile be ing used; and view specif ic details about each prof ile.
205 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Add, Modify , and Delete a Profile ❖ T o add a ne w profile to Conf igFree, click the Add button in the Profile Settings screen. T o ov erwrite an existing profile, sel ect the profile to be overwritten, and then click Add .
206 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Using A uto Switch 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If the wireless mode for the wireless setting is set for 5GHz (802.11a), Quick Co nn ect will change this mode to 2.4GHz (802.11b), and then connect to the projector .
207 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Using Au to Switch 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ From the Profile Settings screen, you can click the Au t o Switch button.
208 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 G lo ssar y TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be av ailable on your computer . Acronyms These acronyms may appear in this user’ s guide.
209 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 DC direct current DMA direct memory access DIMM dual inlin e memory modu le DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nem atic DV D digital ve.
210 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 PCMCIA Pers onal Computer Memory Card International Association RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference RO M read-only memory RT C real-time clock .
211 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 alternating curr ent (A C) — The type of p o wer usual ly supplie d to residential and commercial w all outle ts. A C reve rses its direction at regular interv als. Compare direct curr ent (DC). application — A computer program that yo u use to perform tasks of a specific type.
212 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 bus — An electrical circuit that co nnects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer , such as the video adapter , disk dri ves, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flo ws from one de vice to another .
213 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 compatibility — Th e extent to which computers, programs, or de vi ces can work together harmoniously , using the same commands, formats, or langu age as another . configuration — (1) The collection of compon ents that make up a single computer system.
214 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 disable — T o turn a computer option of f. See also enable . disc — A round, flat piece of metal, desi gned to be read from and written to by optical (laser) technology , an d used in the production of optical discs, such as CDs and D VDs.
215 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 DV D — An indi vi dual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DV D - RO M . D VD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc r ead-only memory) — A very high-capacity stor age medium that uses laser optics for reading data.
216 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 fo rm a t — (verb) T o prepare a blank di sk for use with the computer’ s operating system. Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it.
217 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 hot swapping — The ability to add or remov e devices from a computer while the computer is running and ha ve the operating system automatically recognize the change. I icon — A small image displayed on the sc reen that represents a function, file, or program.
218 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 local area network — See LAN. logical drive — A section of a disk t hat is recognized b y the operating system as a separate disk dri ve. A system’ s logical dri ves may dif fer from its physical dri ves. For example, a single hard disk dri ve may be partitioned in to two or more logical drives.
219 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 non-interlaced — A method of refr eshing a computer scre en, in which each pixel of e very line is refr eshed as the electron beam scans across and do wn the screen. Compare interlaced. non-system disk — A disk for storin g programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer .
220 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 pointing de vice — Any de vice, such as the AccuPoint or a mouse, that enables you to mov e the cursor on the screen. port — A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral de vice.
221 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 R OM (read-only memory) — Non-v olatile memory that can be read but not written to. By non-volatile, we mean that information in R OM remains whether or not the computer is receiving po wer .
222 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 U universal serial bu s (USB) — A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps (12 m illion bits per second). U SB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices throu gh a single all-purpo se USB port.
223 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Index Numerics 101-key ke y board 69 A A C adapter 43 A C power cable connectors 197 accessories carrying cases 89 memory 46 Add Printer W izard 115 adding memory 46 adjusting record ing quality 13 4 Alt ke ys 70 arm/wrist strain 40 assign keys Fn-esse 148 audio .
Index 224 playing an audio 130 playing using Aut o-Run 132 CDs problem solving 178 channels DMA 168 IRQ 168 character keys 69 charging the battery 46 checking device properties 170 click 54 communicat.
Index 225 disposing of used batteries 109 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 168 double-click 54 DV D - RO M dr iv e problems 178 troubleshooting 170 D VD-ROM or multi-func tion driv e can’t access disc 178.
Index 226 keyboard o verlays 196 po wer usage mode 192 Stand By mode 193 volume mute 191 hot key po wer usage mode 111 hot key utility 153 , 154 hot keys 191 hot swapping PC Cards 86 I icon 120 defini.
Index 227 problem solving 171 removing expansion slot cov er 48 memory module inserting 49 installation 47 removing 51 microphone 133 external, connecting 66 Microsoft Support Online W eb si te 167 mo.
Index 228 turning on 52 univ ersal power supply 197 power b utton 52 Power Management 151 po wer mode creating new 15 3 customizing 153 power source 43 po wer usage mode hot key 111 power usage mode h.
Index 229 177 screen does not look right/flickers 174 system resources 168 trouble prev ention 183 URL address not found 166 using Start up option s 165 warning resume failure 164 W indows won’t sta.
Index 230 T taskbar 121 telephone line connecting to mo dem 142 television 58 adjusting display 62 connecting 59 To s h i b a Internet W eb sites 187 T oshiba Accessories information 35 T oshiba Conso.
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