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TOSHIBA C6654-0703M2 Satellite ® P25 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 215 in this guide.
2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Model: Satellite P25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer syste m you purchased may include a ReWr itable CD and/or D VD dri ve( s), among the most advanced data storag e technologies av ailable.
3 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and f ound to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These lim its are designed to provide reasonable pr otection against ha rmfu l interference in a residential installation.
4 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Industr y Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadi an ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC Requirements The following information is p ursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems.
5 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 in adva nce of this disconnection. If ad vance notice is n ot feasible, you will be notified as soon as possible. When you are notif ied, you will be giv en the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
6 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Users should ensure for their o wn protection that the electrical ground connections of the po wer utility , te lephone lines and in tern al metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together . This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 http://www .pcsupport.global.toshiba.com i n the United St ates for more information. Caution This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.
8 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 co-located with an y other transmitter that has no t been tested with this de vice. Operation is subject to the followi ng two conditions: (1) this de vice may not cause interference, and (2) th is de vice must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this de vice.
9 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Gebruik buiten gebouw alleen op kanalen 10 (2457 MHz) en 11 (2462 MHz). V oor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw ov er publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BI PT/IBPT nodig.
10 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This de vice complies with P art 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the de vices 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 for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5. 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-c hannel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands.
12 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2. Indication The indication shown belo w appears on this equipment. 1 2.4 this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS.This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.
13 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER A pproval Number: 03NY .A0018, 03GZD A0017 The following rest rictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the de vice.
14 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the ra dio standard by the countries/re gions in the following table. Do not use this equipment exce pt in the countries/regions i n the following table.
15 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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. Do not use this equipment exce pt in the countries/regions i n 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 exce pt in the countries/regions i n the following 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 Caution: FCC Interference Statement This de vice complies with part15 of th e FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two cond itions: ❖ This de vice may not cause harmful interference, and ❖ This device must accept an y interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.
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 instruction manual 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 v er 2.3 Contents Introduction ......... ........................................ .............. 33 This guide ...............................................................33 Safety icons ............................................
25 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Precautions ....................................................... 51 Setting up your computer .......................................53 Setting up your software ...................................53 Registering your computer with Toshiba .
26 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Printing your work ..................................................81 Backing up your files ..............................................82 Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive ............82 Drive components and control buttons .
27 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Charging the RTC battery ................................ 104 Monitoring battery power .....................................105 Determining remaining battery power .............105 Conserving battery power ..........
28 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Lesson 11: Setting the date and time ....................135 Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop ... 137 Lesson 13: Using System Restore ........................139 Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? ...
29 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Setting Up an Automatic Disc Jockey .............173 Finding and Playing an Album .........................173 Creating a Playlist ...........................................174 Displaying Your Pictures .............
30 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 An overview of using the Internet .........................202 The Internet ....................................................202 The World Wide Web ......................................202 Internet Service Providers .
31 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Resolving a hardware conflict ............................... 221 A plan of action ............................................... 222 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....222 Fixing a problem with Device Manager .
32 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Keyboard hot keys ................................................252 Appendix B: Power Cable Co nnectors .......... ............ 253 Glossary .............. .................................................... 254 Index.
33 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 I ntroduction W elcome to the world of po we rful and portab le multimedia computers! W ith your ne w T oshiba notebook computer , your access to information can accom pany you where ver you go. Y our system comes with the Microsoft ® Wi n d ow s ® XP Media Center Edition (MCE) operating system.
34 Introduction Safety icons 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you are ne w to computers, or hav e not used a notebook computer before, read through th e first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the co mponents of the computer and ho w to turn it on.
35 Introductio n Other documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Other icons us ed Additional icons highlight ot her helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highli ghts technical information about the computer . HINT : This icon denotes helpful hi nts and tips.
36 Introduction Service options 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Ser vice options T oshiba offers a full line of se rvice options built around its SelectServ TM warranty programs.
37 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 1 Finding Y our W ay Around This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your notebook computer . It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer .
38 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display closed 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Front with the display closed The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. T o open the display panel, slid e the display latch to the right and raise the panel.
39 Finding Y our Way Around Back 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Back The DC IN port is where you plug in the A C adapter for either operating the computer on external po wer or charging the battery . The RGB (monitor) port lets you connect an e xternal monitor .
40 Finding Y our Way Around Right side 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Right side The modem port lets you use a standard RJ-11 teleph one cable to connect the modem dir ectly to a standard telephone line. For more information, see “Connecting the modem to a phone line” on pa ge 92 .
41 Finding Y our Way Around Left side 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Left side The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audi o-outp ut de vices, such as external speakers. Connecting other de vices automatically disables the internal speakers.
42 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Front with the display open The computer ’ s screen is a l iquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear , s harp images. For more information about viewing options, see “Exploring video features” on page 205 .
43 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The function keys , when used with the Fn ke y , activ ate se veral dif ferent system functio ns. For more in formation, see “Hot K eys” on page 245 . The fr ont panel lights and system indicator lights pro v ide information about v ari ous system functions.
44 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 the external po wer source is disc onnected or if the battery is completely discharg ed. For more in formation on de termining remaining battery po wer, see “Monitoring battery po wer” on page 105 .
45 Finding Y our Way Around Underside 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 white number printed on the k ey instead of typing the lett er printed on the top of the ke y . For more information, see “Using the numeric k eypad ov erlay” on page 79 . Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.
46 Finding Y our Way Around Underside 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The hard disk dri ve is the computer’ s permanent data storag e de vice. T o prevent possible CPU overheating, do not b lock the cooling vents when the co mputer is in use. The battery pack contains the battery .
47 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 2 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 n otebook computer . Selecting a place to work Y our computer is portable and designed to be used in a v ariety of circumstances and locations.
48 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Equipment that ge nerates a st rong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (oth er than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.
49 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ If you are using an e xternal monitor , the top of the display should b e no higher than e ye lev el. ❖ If you use a paper holder , set it at abou t the same height and distance as the screen.
50 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lo wer curv e of your spine. If necessary , use a cushio n to provi de extra back support. Lo wer-back-support cushions are a v ailable at many of fice supply store s.
51 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 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 .
52 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Some PC Cards can become ho t with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot e ven if only one is being use d. Overheating of a PC Card can re sult in errors or instability in its operation.
53 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou must complete all set up steps up to “Setting up your software” on page 53 b efore adding e xternal or internal components to your com puter .
54 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Click Skip to e xit the process or Next to continue. T o registe r online, your c omputer’ s modem must h ave an Internet conn ection. A windo w will display asking if you wish to register with T oshiba and Microsoft.
55 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Registering your computer with T oshiba Registering yo ur computer lets T oshiba keep you up-to-date with information about ne w products and upgrades, and also extends yo ur T oshiba wa rranty worldwide at n o char ge to you.
56 Getting Started Connecting the A C adapter 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting the AC adapter Y our computer requires po wer to operate. Use the power cable and A C adapter to conn ect the computer to a liv e electrical outlet, or to ch arge the computer’ s battery .
57 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hold the power cable by its plug when you connect/disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cable itse lf. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock. T o connect A C power to the computer: 1 Connect the po wer cable to the A C adapter .
58 Getting Started Char ging the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The A C power and battery lights glo w . Damaged power cables can ca use fire or electric shock. Never modify , forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cable.
59 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel . Opening the display pa nel T o avoid damaging the displa y panel, don’t force it beyond the point where it moves easily .
60 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 illustration to help you lo cate this button, see “Front with the display open ” on page 42 . When you turn on the computer for the f irst time, don’t turn o ff the power again until the operating system ha s loaded completely .
61 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ T o mov e the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your fing er to ward yourself. ❖ T o mov e the cursor to the right side of the page, slide your fi nger across the T ouchPad from left to right.
62 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Control P anel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hard ware . 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot ke ys. The Mouse P roperties windo w appears. 4 Click the T ouchP AD ON/OFF tab .
63 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the T oshiba W eb site at pcsupport.toshiba .com ). There are two memory slots. Y our system may hav e both slots occupied.
64 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Base of a Satellite P25 series computer 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 scre wdriv er , unscrew the two scre ws that secure the expansion memory slot cov er , then remov e the memory slot cov er .
65 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 Remov e the memory module from its antistatic packaging. 7 Holding the memory modul e by it s edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, f it the module into the socket.
66 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Pe rf ormance and Maintenance . Click System to view the recognized memory . 13 If the computer does not r ecognize the memory , shut do wn the computer , remov e the memory slot co ver , and make sure the memory module is seated properly , as described in step 8.
67 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting a printer Read the documentation that came with your printer . Follow the manufactur er’ s instructio ns when connecting a local printer . Y ou must supply the proper printer cable.
68 Getting Started Setting up a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 1 Plug the USB connector into one o f the USB ports on your computer 2 Plug the printer’ s power cable into a li ve A C outlet. T o connect a parallel printer: Connecting the parallel printer cable while the computer is on may damage the printer , the compu ter , or both.
69 Getting Started Setting up a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Select Printers and F axes . The Printers and Faxes windo w appears. Sample Printers and F axe s window 3 Click Add Printer .
70 Getting Started Setting up a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Click Next . The Add Printer W izard asks you to select your printer . TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play , the operating system recognizes it automatically . Y ou can ignore the remainder of this section.
71 Getting Started T urning off the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 11 Click Next . The operating system prompts you to print a test page. 12 If your printer is connecte d and turned on, click Next . T o complete the setup proced ure without printing a test page, click No , and then click Next .
72 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ T o leav e the computer off for a longer period , you can us e the W indows ® Tu rn Of f command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut Down when connected to a domain server instead.
73 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Moving the computer Before moving your computer , even across the room, mak e sure all disk acti vity has ended (the disk acti vity lights stop glo wing) and all ex ternal peripheral cables are disconnected.
74 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Insert the cable’ s locking end into the security lock slot, then rotate the ke y a quarter turn and remov e it.
75 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 3 Learning t he Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Sa ve your w ork frequently . Y our work temporarily stays in the computer’ s memory until you sa ve it to the disk.
76 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Back up your files to storage media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly f a ils, you may lose all the data on it unless you ha ve a separate backup copy .
77 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Character keys T yping with the character keys is v ery much like typing on a type writer , except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space chara cter instead of just passing over an area of the page.
78 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Windows ® special keys W indows ® special ke ys The keyboard provides two ke y s that ha ve special functions in the operating system: ❖ The W indows ® logo k ey opens the Start menu.
79 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the numeric keypad overlay T o turn on the n umeric k eypad ov erlay , press Fn and F11 simultaneously . The numeric mode light on the ke yboard indicator panel glo ws when the numeric ov erlay is on.
80 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o turn of f the cursor control overlay , hold do wn the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor co ntrol mode light on th e ke yboard indicator panel g oes out.
81 Learning the Basics Printing your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 To s a v e : ❖ A f ile you are updating, open the program’ s File menu and click Sa ve . ❖ A ne w file, choose Sa ve As from the File menu, ty pe a name for the file, and click OK .
82 Learning the Basics Backing up your f i les 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual f ile s to media, such as CD, or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another de vice, such as a tape dri ve.
83 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 HINT : Y our DVD-ROM or Multifunction driv e is designed to play region 1 (North Ame rica) DVD-ROMs. For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power .
84 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Never press the eject button or turn o ff the computer while th e drive-in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. The eject b utton requires po wer to operate.
85 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 pressing and holding the mode button for four seconds. When the mode b utton is locked, yo u cann ot switch between the CD/D VD and digital audio modes. T o unlock the mode button, press and hold it for four seconds.
86 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Inserting a disc Before pla ying an audio CD, turn the volume down.
87 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The disc tray partially opens. T o avoid damaging a disc or losing data, chec k that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray . 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open.
88 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place. P ositioning the disc on the spindle Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle.
89 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The W indo ws Media Player windo w appears. Sample W indows Media TM Player scr een The W indows Media TM Player.
90 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or Multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and D VDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space, such as photographs and large presentation files.
91 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray fully open, remo ve the disc and place it in its protectiv e cover .
92 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o connect to the Internet, you need a W eb bro wser , such as Microsoft ® Internet Explorer .
93 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Enter the phone number of yo ur network connection and let the program dial the number . The computer connects with the network. Powering down the computer Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows ® operating system could cause yo u to lose your work.
94 Learning the Basics Using Shut Down 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Select Shut Down from the drop-do wn list. 3 Click OK . The computer shuts do wn completely . Holding the Shift key while the T urn Off computer Windo ws dialog box is open, cha nges the Stand By button to Hibernate.
95 Learning the Basics Using Shut Down 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ When starting up again, the co mputer returns to the state in which you left it, including all open programs and f iles you were using. For more information about th e Hibernation command, see “Using Hibernation ” on page 97 .
96 Learning the Basics Using Shut Down 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T urning off more quickly Y ou can also turn off th e computer b y pressing the po wer bu tton or closing the display panel. T o use either of these methods, you f irst need to turn on the feature in the T oshiba Po wer Management Utility .
97 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting again after Shut down T o start the computer up again, press and release the po we r button. The on/of f light turns on. Using Hibernation Follo w these steps to po wer down the computer using Hibernation: 1 Click Start , select Shut do wn computer .
98 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Click the Advanced tab, and select the options you want. ❖ When I press the po wer button Set this option to Hiber nation for the computer to go into Hibernation mode wh en you press the po wer bu tton.
99 Learning the Basics Using Stand By 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If your computer is running on batteries, you cannot start it again by open ing the display panel. T o turn the system back on, then press the Power button. Using Stand By Follo w these steps to po wer down the computer using Stand By: 1 Click Start , select Shut do wn computer .
100 Learning the Basics T oshiba’s online r esour ces 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Going into Stand By mode more quickly In addition, you can put the com puter into Stand By mode by either pressing the po wer bu tton or closing the display panel. Y ou can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically go es into Stand By mode.
101 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 4 Mobile Computing This chapter cov ers all aspect s of using your computer while tra veling. T oshiba’ s energy-saver design Y our computer enters a low po wer , Stand By mode when it is not being used, thereb y conserving ener gy and sa ving money in the process.
102 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Battery Notice Battery life may vary depending on applications, po wer management settings an d features utilized. Recharge time v aries depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full po wer .
103 Mobile Computing Char ging the battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Power management Y our computer ships with the po wer management options preset to a configuration that will pro vide the most stable operating en vironment and optimum sy stem performance for both A C po wer and battery modes.
104 Mobile Computing Char ging the battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o ensure that the battery ch arges to its full capacity , wait until it reaches room temperature (50 de grees to 80 degrees F ahrenheit, 10 degrees to 26 de grees Celsius). ❖ The battery is almost completely dischar ged.
105 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC batter y does not charge while the computer is turned o ff, even when AC power is attached. Monitoring batter y power The battery light indicates the battery’ s current charge.
106 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Click the Battery Po w er Meter tab . Sample T oshiba P ower Manag eme nt Battery P ower Meter tab TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer dr ains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequen tly if you are working in temperatures below 50 degr ees Fahrenheit.
107 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Whether you us e an y optional de vices to which the battery supplies power , such as a PC Card ❖ Where you are working—sinc.
108 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting battery alarms Y our computer can be config ur ed to warn you when the battery is running lo w . Y ou can set multiple alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery po wer haw been reached.
109 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Changing the main batter y When your battery po wer is running lo w , you ha ve two options—connect the computer to an A C power source or install a charged battery . When handling a batter y , be careful not to drop it or short- circuit its terminals.
110 Mobile Computing T aking care of your battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 7 While still holding the release latch in the open position, gently slide the battery pa ck out of the computer .
111 Mobile Computing T aking care of your battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Do not ov ercharge or re verse char ge a battery . Overchar ging will shorten its life, and re verse char ging could damage it. ❖ A void touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object.
112 Mobile Computing T aking care of your battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Operate the computer on battery po wer for f i ve minutes. If the battery pack has at least f ive minutes of operating time, continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged.
113 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disposing of used batteries safely 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 .
114 Mobile Computing T raveling tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T raveling tips The en vironmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to work” on page 47 , also apply while trav eling. ❖ Ne ver lea ve your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or cov ered in dust.
115 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System This chapter introduces the W indows ® XP operating system by guidi ng you through a fe w basic tasks. If you ha ve used a W indo ws ® operating system before, you will find the W indo ws ® XP operating sy stem f amiliar .
116 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: E xploring the d esktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the W indows ® XP o perating sy stem.
117 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 1: Exploring the d esktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou can create a new desktop icon for an y folder, f ile, or program b y dragging the element’ s icon from its location in a windo w to the desktop area.
118 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: E xploring the d esktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 you open. Y ou can use these b uttons to quickly switch between the programs or win do ws . T o make a program or windo w the activ e one, click the program’ s or window’ s button on the taskbar .
119 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 2: Using the T ouchP ad and contr ol buttons together 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 For more information, read the Microsoft documentation that comes with your c omputer .
120 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the T ouchP ad and contr ol buttons together 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Click an empty area to close th e shortcut menu. 5 Use the T ouchPad to m ov e the pointer to the Start bu tton.
121 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 3: Learning about th e Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample desktop with th e taskbar on the right HINT : Y ou can move the taskbar to any of the desk top’ s four edges. 8 Click the taskbar once again and drag it back to the bottom of the desktop.
122 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Cr eating a new document 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 you can also type a W e b address in the My Computer windo w . 1 Click Start , then double-click My Computer . The My Computer window appears.
123 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 4: Cr ea ting a new document 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The operatin g system crea te s an icon on the desktop called Ne w T ext Document with the icon name highlighted. 3 T o gi ve your document a meaningful name, ty pe My New Doc.
124 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Cr eating a new folder 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Lesson 5: Creating a new folder DEFINITION: A folder is an area where you can store documents and other types of files. It is analogous to a file folder stored in a fil e cabinet.
125 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 6: Starting pr ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 7 Close the windo w by clicking its Close butt on and continue with the next lesson to learn ho w to start programs. Lesson 6: Starting programs Usually , you will kno w which program y ou want to use for a particular task.
126 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting p r ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 T o open the second pr ogram, click Start , then click All Programs . 4 Point to Accessories , then click Wi nd ow s E xp l ore r . The operating system opens W indows Explorer , which provides access to all your computer’ s res ources.
127 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 7: Resizing, r epositionin g, and hiding windows 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows If you hav e followed the lessons in this chapter , you now ha ve a screen with se veral program windo ws open.
128 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, r epositioning, and hiding windows 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Click the Minimize button at the top-right of the Explorer windo w to hide the windo w . W indows E xplorer disappears from the deskto p.
129 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 7: Resizing, r epositionin g, and hiding windows 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Click and drag the edge of the windo w until it takes up just less than half the width of the desktop. 4 Click the title bar of the P aint window and drag it to the left side of the desktop.
130 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 8: Closi ng pr ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Lesson 8: Closing programs Once you are f inished working with a d ocument or program, it is a good idea to close it .
131 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 9: Cr eating shortcuts 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 1 Mov e the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displa ys the desktop shortcut menu.
132 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Cr eating shortcuts 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Searc h options on the Start menu 2 Click All Files and F olders .
133 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 10: Changing the scr een saver 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 HINT : Search also allows you to perform searches o n the Internet. 3 Ty p e char in the All or part of the f ile name: text box, and then click Search .
134 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the scr een saver 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 of these properties can be customize d to meet your particular needs and tastes. DEFINITION: An object is an inde pende nt block of data, text, or graphics that was created by an in dividual application.
135 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 11: Setting th e date and time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Click the arro w beside the current option to open the screen sav er list box. 5 Scroll through the screen sa ver options by clicking the scroll arro ws in the list box.
136 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the da te and time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Date and T ime Pr operties dialog box HINT : T o ope n the Date and Time Prop.
137 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 12: Removing objects fr om the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Lesson 12: Removing ob jects from the desktop Earlier in this tutorial, you crea ted a new icon on the desktop.
138 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects fr om the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Recycle Bin op en on the desktop 4 T o completely remov e an obje ct, select it, and then click File , Delete . The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin.
139 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 13: Using System Restor e 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o delete e verything from the Rec ycle Bin at once, choose Empty Recycle Bin from the File menu. Click Ye s to confirm that you are sure.
140 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, wha t do I do? 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The operating system guides yo u through the process of storing your system settings for fu ture use. It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time.
141 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The left side of the screen contains the inde x. The text box above the inde x, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type in a topic you want to find in the inde x.
142 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, wha t do I do? 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 program to look at it while y ou read about the p rogram in the Help topic.
143 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operat ing System Lesson 15: T urning off your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Lesson 15: T urning off your computer It is v ery important that you let the W indo ws ® XP operating system shut do wn your computer .
144 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Chapter 6 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition This section introduces yo u to the W indo ws Media Center Edition, a complete multimedia center where you .
145 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Media Center Setup 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Media Center Setup This section sho ws you how to set up yo ur computer to use the Media Center .
146 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Media Center Setup 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Connecting the External Remote Sensor The external IR remote sensor is a small de vice that connects to the computer and allo ws the remote control to work with the Media Center programs.
147 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Media Center Setup 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Connecting the TV Signal S ource When Y ou Have an Existing Setup This section shows you ho w to connect the signal source from the wall to a VCR to a TV using coaxial cable.
148 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Starting the Media Center 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Starting the Media Center T o start the Media Center: ❖ Click Start , and then click Media Center . Y ou can als o point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the Start b utton.
149 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Media Cente r Setup W izard T o complete the Media Center Setup, follo w the wizard on- screen prompts. When the wizard finishes, the Media Center main windo w displays.
150 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Starting the Media Center 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Media Center main window The Media Center main windo w is the central point for controlling all Media Center features.
151 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Use the Medi a Playback co ntrols at the b ottom of the screen to control your movies, music, and photo displays.
152 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Starting the Media Center 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Using the remote control, you can: ❖ Navigate and control all Media Center windows. ❖ Control the video or li ve TV display . ❖ Place the computer in and out of Stand By mode.
153 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Stand By — Puts the computer in to a po wer reduced Stand By state. Record — Records the sele cted tele vision program an d stores it on your h ard disk.
154 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Starting the Media Center 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 My V ideos — Opens the My V ideos windo w . My Music — Opens the My Music windo w . My TV — Opens the My TV windo w . My Pictures — Opens the My Pictures windo w .
155 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The other direct access b uttons open specif i c windo ws within the Media Center , such as the T elevision Program Guide, a D VD main menu, and liv e TV in full screen mode.
156 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Starting the Media Center 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 motion. T o continue slo w motion, you must press the FWD button more than once. Use Play to play selected media. Use FWD to mov e selec ted video or picture med ia forward.
157 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition W atching T elevision Pr ograms 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ For music, Ski p mov es to the ne xt track. ❖ For D VDs, Skip mov es to the next chapter . ❖ For videos an d li ve TV and videos, Skip mo ves ahead 30 seconds.
158 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition W atching T elevision Pr ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ W atch your fa vori te tele visi on programs in full screen mode or in an inset windo w . ❖ Pause, stop, re wind, and f a st forward li ve TV , similar to the way you would contro l a D VD from a D VD player .
159 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition W atching T elevision Pr ograms 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The last channe l selected or the f irst channel av ailable begi ns playing ne xt to the My TV menu. 2 Select a channel by using the Channel/P age (+ or -) buttons or b y using the numeric buttons on the remote control.
160 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition W atching T elevision Pr ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ The number of channels an d calendar days o f TV listings depends on yo ur tele vision service provider . ❖ The TV Guide does not display past TV listings.
161 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition W atching T elevision Pr ograms 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 program or series of pro grams and check for any recording errors. ❖ T o watch a pre viously recorded TV program, on the My TV screen, click Recorded TV .
162 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Recor ding TV 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 appear in a program title or program descri ption, and then press OK on the remote control. 3 Use the arro w buttons to scroll throug h the s earch results, select a show , and then press OK .
163 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Recor ding TV 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 If a sho w is currently being r ecorded, the Record icon also appears in the taskbar o n the desktop. If you move your mouse ov er the icon, the Media Center displays which show is currently being recorded.
164 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Recor ding TV 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 manually update the Gu ide before scheduling a recording. If you turn off (shut down) your computer , the Media Center will not record a scheduled program.
165 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Recor ding TV 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Recording from Search T o record a current or future sho w or series using Search: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control, select My TV , and then select Search .
166 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Recor ding TV 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 Enter the channel number using the numeric b uttons on the remote control. 5 Under the Create a custom recording with area, select Channel and time .
167 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Recor ding TV 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 This windo w allo ws you to change sev eral settings that control how Media Center plays and records TV prog rams, as well as ho w it plays D VDs.
168 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Listening to Music 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Listening to Music The My Music windo w in the Media Center works with W indows Media Player to f ind and play your music f iles and CDs.
169 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Creating Y our Music Librar y Using Windows Media Player Each time you add music f iles outside of W indo ws Media Player , you must use the T ools menu to add music files to your W ind o ws Media Player Library for Media Ce nter to f ind them.
170 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Listening to Music 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Deleting Music Files T o delete a file from the W indows Media Player Library , select the music f ile, right-clic k the mouse, and then select Delete from Library .
171 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Media Cen ter for the ad ded mu si c files to appear in My Music.
172 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Listening to Music 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Finding Music Files in My Music After you ha ve added and or ganized files in W indows Media Player Library , you can bro wse through your music files in the My Music windo w .
173 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 1 In the My Music windo w , select V iew Songs . The list displays all the songs in your media library . 2 Use the arro w buttons to sele ct a song, and then press OK or Play on the remote control to play it.
174 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Listening to Music 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 In the Play window , select a song and press OK on the remote control. Y ou can also select: ❖ V iew Song to vie w cov e r art and play one track.
175 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Displaying Y our Pictur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 5 Click Add to playl ist in the toolba r , and then select your playlist from the drop-do wn me nu. Repeat this step until all of your f iles are added.
176 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Displaying Y our Pictures 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 After you org a nize your pictures in the My Pictures folder in W indows Explorer , open Media Center to view your pictures: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to open the Media Center Start m enu.
177 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition W atching Y our Digital Movies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sorting your Pictures T o org anize your pictures b y date or b y name: 1 Select My Pictures on the Medi a Center Start menu. 2 Select Sort by date or select Sort by name .
178 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition W atching Y our Digital Movi es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Organizing Y our Videos When you attach a digital video camera to your PC, W indows asks you ho w you want to capture yo ur video. Y ou can choose from v arious software pr ograms to capture and then edit your video f ile.
179 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition W atching Y our Digital Movies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 2 Select My Videos . The right side of the wind o w sho ws small images of your video f iles and folder icons, if you’ ve organized your videos into folders.
180 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition W atching a D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 3 Select Sort by date or Sort by name . W atching a DVD W atching D VDs in the Media Ce nter allows y ou to control the playback with your remote co ntro l.
181 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Ce nter Settings 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Stopping a DVD Movie 1 Press the Stop button on the remote control to stop the movie. 2 Use the arrow b uttons on the re mote control to select an item on the Stopped menu, and then press OK .
182 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Changing the Med ia Center Settings 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Media Center Settings scr een Administrator Controlled Settings Some settings apply to all Me dia Center windo ws for all users and must be set up by the administrat or .
183 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Ce nter Settings 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 User Controlled Settings Some settings can be selected by each person using the PC. These settings are: ❖ Sounds, A ppearance, and A udio sets sound and display settings.
184 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Changing the Med ia Center Settings 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Select Paren tal Control to set passwords, movie ratings, and other controls. ❖ Select Set up In ternet connection to open the Internet Connection wizard.
185 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Ce nter Settings 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 T o change the TV/D VD settings, use the arrow b uttons to select an option, and then press OK on the remote control. Select OK in the windo w and then press OK on the remote control again to enter the changes.
186 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Changing the Med ia Center Settings 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Change TV Guide Settings In the Guide Settings, you can select which channels to display and you can m anually update your Guide from the Internet.
187 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Ce nter Settings 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Changing Parental Controls for TV Viewing Only the administrator of th e computer can change the Parental Control setting. This feature may not be a vai lable on your PC.
188 Getting to Kn ow the Wind ows ® XP Media Cen ter Edition Changing the Med ia Center Settings 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 3 In the D VD Settings windo w , select DV D , and then select Language . 4 Use the arro w buttons to select the + or - b uttons.
189 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Ce nter Settings 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 6 After you make yo ur changes, press th e Back button to return to the main Settings menu. Changing Picture Settings Each user can set his or her o wn picture settings.
190 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 7 Exploring Y our Options In this chapter , you will explore other features of your notebook computer . Windows ® XP special features The Wi n d ow s ® XP operating.
191 Exploring Y our Options P ersonali zing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Personalizing your desktop Y our desktop is your virtual wo rkspace. This section explains ho w to customize its features for the way you like to work.
192 Exploring Y our Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Bringing the world to your desktop W ith the W indo ws ® XP operating system, you can set up your desktop with complete W o rld W i de W eb integration at a single click.
193 Exploring Y our Options P ersonali zing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 T o bro wse the Gallery for more components to add, click V isit Gallery . In order to bro wse, an activ e Internet connection must be established. 7 T o select some other W eb si te, type the ad dress of the W eb site you want or click Browse to locate it.
194 Exploring Y our Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The My Computer window appears. 2 Select the To o l s menu, then click Folder Options . The Folder Options dialog box appears. Sample F older Options dialog box 3 Click the preferred options.
195 Exploring Y our Options P ersonali zing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Customizing window toolbars Y ou can display one or more cust omizable toolbars at t he top of a windo w .
196 Exploring Y our Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The elemen ts you can ad d to the top of t he windo w are: Displaying a toolbar in a window 1 Click Start , then click My Computer . The My Computer window appears. 2 On the Vi e w menu, point to To o l b a r s , then click the name of the toolbar yo u want to display .
197 Exploring Y our Options Using your computer at the off ice 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Open the folder you want to vie w as a W eb page. 3 In the To o l s menu, select Folder Options . 4 In the T asks section, click the b utton for Show common tasks in f olders .
198 Exploring Y our Options Using your computer at the of fice 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting up for communications T o connect to the Internet, use an onlin e service, o r communicate across the tele .
199 Exploring Y our Options Using your computer at the off ice 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 T o verify that the modem is set up properly , double-click the COM port to which yo ur modem is connected. The Modem AMR Properties box appears. In the device status area, th e computer should indicate whether the modem is working properly .
200 Exploring Y our Options Exchanging data with another computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Exchanging data with another computer T o transfer a lar ge amount of information between computers, you need a ph ysical connection and a synchronization program.
201 Exploring Y our Options Connecting to the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ A telephone line, DSL, a cabl e connection, or a satellite link ❖ A bro wser or communica tions program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) Once you ha ve established an ISP account, you can access the Internet.
202 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 An over view of using the Internet The follo wing sections gi ve a quick introduction to the Internet and some of it.
203 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Internet Ser vice Providers T o connect a computer directly to the Internet, man y people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection.
204 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Internet features The Internet of fers man y type s of communication tools to help you perform man y tasks. ❖ Internet email T o send and receive email of your o wn, yo u need a mailbox on the W eb, or an email address.
205 Exploring Y our Options Exploring video featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 large amounts of data. Y ou can also use the File T ransfer Protocol (FTP) supported by a separate softw are program. Exploring video features Y our computer’ s video features provide th e vie w ing of presentations or D VD movies on the computer screen.
206 Exploring Y our Options Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Click the Settings tab . 3 Slide the Screen area slider bar to ward Less until the setting reads 800 x 600 , then click App ly . The screen blinks momentar ily while the settings are adjusted.
207 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g audio feat ures 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: If you record MP3 files, you will only be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files. Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer .
208 Exploring Y our Options Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Adjusting recording settings The better the quality of the r ecording, the more disk space the sound f ile requires.
209 Exploring Y our Options Connecting a moni tor , ke yboar d and mouse 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting a monitor , keyboard and mouse By connecting an external monitor , external full-size ke yboard and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard off ice desktop computer .
210 Exploring Y our Options Using the Modular Bay 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 icon on the System tray . After the module is stopped, it is safe to remove . 2 Slide the Modular Bay ejection bar to wards the fro nt of the computer . Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or Stand By mode.
211 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Inserting a module in to the Modular Bay T o install a module into the Modular Bay , simply slide the module all the way in to the Modular Bay . Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer’ s capabilities and usefulness.
212 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Inserting PC Cards Use caution when lifting or turning your computer . Failure to do so may result in damage to compo nents, such as cables, attached to your computer , or to the computer itself.
213 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you have a T ype III card, insert the connector in to the lower slot. If you have a T ype I or T ype II card, you can insert it into either the upper or the lower slot. There are two eject b uttons, one per slot.
214 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hot swapping One of the great things abou t PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with anothe r while the computer is on.
215 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 8 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.
216 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Click the Applications tab . If a program has stopped res ponding, the words “not responding” appear besi de its name in the list. W indows T ask Manager Applications tab 4 Select the program you want to cl ose, then click End Ta s k .
217 If Something Goes Wrong 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 W indows T ask Manager Sh ut Down menu, T urn Off option The compute r shuts do wn. Y our program perf orms an illegal operation.
218 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Problems when you tu rn on the computer These problems may occur when yo u turn on the po wer . The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the A C adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged batt ery .
219 If Something Goes Wrong The W indows ® operating system is not wo rking 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Windows ® operating system is not working Once you are f amiliar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system respon ds to your w ork routine, you can easily detect if the operating sy stem is not working correctly .
220 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng The W indows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖ Enable Boot Loggi ng ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good.
221 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Windows ® XP operating system can help you If the operating system has star ted properly , but you still ha ve a problem using your computer , the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem.
222 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 A plan of action The smooth operation of th e system d epends on the interaction of all de vices, programs, and features. If the system or one of its attached de vices isn’t w orking, resolving the problem can be time- consuming and frustrating.
223 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 theory , if ev ery device connected to the computer is Plug and Play-compliant, no two de vices will compete for the same system resources. Simply pl ug in the device and turn on your computer .
224 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling or enabling a device 1 Click Start, click the My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properti es . The System Propert ies dialog box appe ars.
225 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Click the Device Manager b utton. 5 T o vie w the de vice(s) installed, double-click the device type. 6 T o vie w the properties, double-click the de vice. The operating system displa ys the De vice Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs.
226 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 5 If the error recurs, remov e the memory module entirely and check for the error again. If removing the memory module eliminates the error , the memory module may be faulty .
227 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The battery may be too hot or to o cold to char ge properly . If you think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach room temperat ure and try a gain. If the battery has completely dischar ged, it will not be gin charging immediately .
228 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If the problem occurs when both the ke ypad overlays are off, make sure the soft ware you are using i s not remapping the ke yboard. Refer to the softwa re’ s docume ntation and check that the program does not assign dif ferent meanings to any of the keys.
229 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ T ry adjusting the contrast and brightne ss controls on the external monitor . ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen.
230 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Click OK . The display mode is set to Si multaneous and the external display device does not w ork. Make sure the e xternal monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or hi gher .
231 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The dri ve’ s properties box appears. 3 Click on Properties . 4 Click the To o l s tab . 5 Click the Check now bu tton. The Check Disk box appears (for example, Check Disk C).
232 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems Y ou cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the dri ve tray has closed properly . Press gently until it clicks into place.
233 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The color of the materials used to make the disc can affect its reliability . Silver-colored CD-R OMs are the most reliable, follo wed by gold-colored CD-R OM. Green-colored CD- R OMs are the least reliable.
234 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards. See “Resolving a hardware con flict” on page 221 .
235 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 a v ailable, try the card in that machine. If the card malfunctions again, it may be defecti ve. Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common prob lems and their solutions: The slots appear to be dead.
236 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Click Stop xxxx , where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card. The operating system display s a message that y ou may safely remov e the card. 3 Remov e the card from the slot.
237 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printe r is connected to a working po wer outlet, turned on and r eady (on line).
238 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Modem problems This section lists common mo dem problems: The modem will not recei ve or transmit properly . Make sure the cable from the mo dem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the comp uter’ s modem port and the telephone line jack.
239 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 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 a CD or other media, following the steps in “Saving your work” on page 80 .
240 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Before you call Since some problems may be related to the op erating system or the program you are usin g, it is important to in vestigate other sources of assistance first.
241 If Something Goes Wrong Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ The recov ery media that came with your system. ❖ Name and version of the program in volved in the problem along with its installation CD-R OM. ❖ Information about what yo u were doing when the problem occurred.
242 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng T oshiba’s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Belgium T oshiba Information Systems Benelux (Belgium) B.V . Excelsiorlaan 40 B-1930 Zaventem Belgium Canada T oshiba Canada Ltd. 191 McNabb Street Markham, Ontario L3R - 8H2 Canada Czech Republic CHG T oshiba, s.
243 If Something Goes Wrong T oshiba’ s worldwide off ices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Latin America and Caribbean T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
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245 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.
246 Hot Keys Instant passwor d security 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 the display ’ s content re appear . The W indow s ® operating system log-on screen will appear , prompting you for a password. After typing in the password for the current user , press Enter .
247 Hot Keys Sound 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Follo w the steps listed in the W indows help to set up your password-protected screen saver . T o ensure the password protection is acti v a ted after pressing Fn + F1 (to acti v ate instant security), wait ten seconds before walking a way from the computer .
248 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 b y default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode. This message box can be set so it doesn’t display .
249 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 conf irm the computer is going into Hibernation mode.
250 Hot Keys Display modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot k ey c ycles through the po wer-on display mode options. The display mode o ptions are: Built-in display panel only , Built-in display panel and external monitor si multaneous ly , External monitor only .
251 Hot Keys Enabling a wir eless device 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Enabling a wireless device Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer (for systems with Wi -Fi ™ only). The wireless modes are: W i-Fi enabled—This enables the W i-Fi module.
252 Hot Keys K eyboar d hot ke ys 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot ke y turns the cursor control ov erlay on and of f. Fn + This hot k ey turns th e numeric o verlay o n and off. Fn + This hot k ey tu rns the scroll lock featu re on and off.
253 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix B Pow e r C a b l e C o nnector s Y our notebook computer features a uni versal po wer supply you can use worldwide. This appendix sho ws the shapes of the typica l A C power c able connec tors for v arious parts of the wor ld.
254 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 The follo wing acronyms may appear in this user’ s guide.
255 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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 versatile (or video).
256 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 PCMCIA Personal Computer Mem ory Card Internatio nal Association RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference RO M read-only memory RT C real-time clock.
257 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.
258 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 .
259 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.
260 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.
261 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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. Each D VD-ROM can hold as much data as se veral CD-R OMs. Compare CD-R OM.
262 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 function k eys — The keys labeled F1 through F12, typ ically 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).
263 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which on ly ev ery other line of pixels is refres hed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. internal device — See device .
264 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 M megabyte (MB) — A unit of data equal to 1,048,576 bytes (1024 x 1024 bytes). See also bytes. memory — T ypically refers to the computer’ s main memory , where programs are run and data is temp orarily stored and processed.
265 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 NT f ile system (NTFS) — An adv anced file system designed for use specifically with the W ind ows NT operating system.
266 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 processor — See central pr ocessing unit (CPU) . program — A set of instructions that can be ex ecuted by a computer . The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, an d utility .
267 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 .
268 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.
269 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Index A A C adapter 43 A C power light 60 Accessories programs 126 , 139 audio features 206 av oidi ng injury 48 B battery caring for 110 changing 109 charge not lasting 227 .
270 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 inserting 87 problem solving 232 channels DMA 222 Character Map 131 charging main battery 103 R TC (real-time clock) battery 10 4 checking device properties 224 cleaning CD o.
271 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Start button 117 system tray 118 taskbar 117 , 127 Device Manager 223 checking properties 224 disabling a device 224 dial-up connection 92 Dial-Up Netw orking W izard 92 Digi.
272 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 saving 75 , 80 transferring 200 Fn key 43 folders 118 displaying information 19 6 front panel 43 function keys 43 , 77 H hard disk driv e light 44 , 60 hardware conflicts 221.
273 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 unexpected characters 227 W indows special ke ys 78 L lights 44 AC p ow e r 60 battery 60 , 105 caps lock 44 cursor control mode 44 disk activity 44 D VD-ROM/multifunction dr.
274 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 hot swapping fails 235 inserting 212 modem default 198 not recognized 236 problem solving 233 , 23 5 removing 213 replacing 214 slots 40 using 211 PCMCIA (Personal Computer M.
275 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 missing files /trouble accessing a disk 230 modem not recei ving or transmitting 238 no sound 233 non-system disk or disk error 218 PC Card 233 checklist 234 error occurs 236.
276 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 printer 68 shortcut creating 130 menu 120 shut down 72 sound .wav f iles 20 6 problem solving 233 speakers ext er n al 208 Stand By 93 , 95 low battery 107 mode 43 restarting.
277 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 exploring 205 volume, adjusting alarm 247 W war ran ty SelectServ 36 W eb address 203 W eb browsers 202 W eb content interface 192 We b s i t e s 240 W eb sites,T oshiba 241 .
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