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5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 TOSHIBA C6623-1002M3 Satellite ® 1400/1405 Series User’ s Guide If you need assistance: InT ouch ® Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the Unite d States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see Chapter 9 on page 221 in this guide.
2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Model: Satellite ® 1400/1405 Series Compact Disk-ReWritable The computer system you purchased may include a Compact Disk- ReWritable (CD-R W), one of the mo st adv anced storage technologies av ailable.
3 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ANY CRITICAL APPLICA TIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRI TICAL APPLICA TION, Y OU , AND NO T TOSHIB A, ASSUME FULL RESPONS IBILITY FOR SUCH USE. 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.
4 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Contact: T oshiba America Inform ation Sy stems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 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.
5 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 company will gi ve you notice, in writi ng, to allow you to mak e any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If any o f your telephone equipment is not operating properly , you should immediately remov e it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network.
6 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 aw are that compliance with the abov e conditions may not prev ent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coo rdinated by a representativ e designated by the s upplier .
7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Wireless LAN and your Health W ireless LAN products, like other ra dio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic en ergy . The leve l of energ y emitted b y W ireless LAN de vices ho wev er is far much less than the electromagne tic ener gy emitted by wireless devices like for exam ple mobile phones.
8 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Pour empêcher que cet appareil ca use du brouillage au service fa isant l'object d'une licence, il do it être utilisé à l 'interieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fo urnir un écra n de blidage maximal.
9 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Howe ver , there is no guarantee that interference will not occ ur in a particular installati on. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to ra dio or tele vision r.
10 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Caution: Bluetooth and Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output po wer of the Bluetooth TM Card from T oshiba is far below FCC radio frequenc y exposure li mits. Ne vertheless, the Bluetooth card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
11 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 CA U T IO N : This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for y our future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your neares t “AUTHORIZED service station.
12 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLAR Y DAMA GES, WHETHER BASED ON T OR T , CONTRA CT O R O T HER WISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANU AL OR ANY O THER INFORMA TION CONT A INED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF .
13 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Contents Introduction ........ ........................................ .............. 23 This guide .............................................................. 23 Safety icons ...........................................
14 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Creating a computer -friendly environment ....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable .......................... 40 Precautions ...................................................... 43 Setting up your computer .......
15 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Cleaning the computer ..................................... 74 Moving the computer ....................................... 74 Using a computer lock ..................................... 74 Chapter 3: Learning the Basi cs.
16 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive ........................................... 96 Setting up for comm unications .............................. 97 Connecting the modem ..........................
17 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Conser ving battery power .............................. 124 What to do when the battery runs low ........... 124 Setting battery alarms .................................... 125 Changing the main battery ..........
18 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? ................. 158 Windows ® XP Help and Support .................... 158 Using the Windows ® XP tour ......................... 160 Lesson 15: T urning off your computer .
19 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Playing DVDs ................................................. 178 Exploring audio features ...................................... 179 Recording sounds .......................................... 179 Using a microphone .
20 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Using the control panel playback buttons ...... 205 Maximizing the video window ........................ 208 Using playlists ..................................................... 208 Creating playlists ............
21 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Power and the batteries ................................. 232 Keyboard problems ........................................ 233 Display problems ........................................... 234 Disk drive problems ....
22 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Contents Appendix C: Video Modes ..... ....................... ........... 266 Y our computer’ s vi deo modes ............................. 267 T able 1 Video modes (VGA) ........................... 267 T able 2 Video modes (XGA) .
23 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 I n t roduct ion W elcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers! W ith your new T oshiba notebook computer , your access to information can accompany you where ver you go.
24 Introduction Safety icons 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 If you are ne w to computers, or hav e not used a notebook computer before, read the f irst couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out wh atev er interests you most.
25 Introductio n Other documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highl ights technical information about the computer . HINT : This i con denotes helpful hints and t ips.
26 Introduction Service options 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Ser vice options T oshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ ® warranty programs. F or more information, visit T oshiba’ s W eb site at T oshiba.com . If you hav e a problem or need to contact T oshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 221 .
27 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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 .
28 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display closed 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Front with the display closed The infrared port allo ws cable-free communication with another de vice, such as a computer or prin ter , that has a compatible infrared port.
29 Finding Y our Way Around Back 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Back The DC-IN is where you plug in the A C adapter . The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network u sing a 10/ 100 Ethernet link. The USB (Univ e rsal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer .
30 Finding Y our Way Around Right side 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Right side The diskett e driv e LED (light-emitting diode) glows when the diskette dri ve is in use. The diskett e driv e allows disk ettes to be accessed. The wireless antenna LED glows when the wireless antenna is in use.
31 Finding Y our Way Around Left side 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The eject button opens the dri ve tray when the computer is turned on. The manual eject b utton enables you to open the driv e tray when the computer is of f. CAUTION: Never use a p encil to press the manual eject b utton.
32 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The PC Card eject b uttons release PC Cards from the corresponding slots. Front with the display open This section describes features that are rev ealed whe n you open the display pa nel.
33 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The function keys , when used with the Fn ke y , acti v ate se veral dif ferent system functio ns. For more in formation, see “Hot K eys” on page 258 . The T ouchPad TM enables you to mo ve the cursor with the stroke of a f inger .
34 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The keyboard indicator lights pro vide information about v arious ke yboard functions. For details, see “K eyboard indicator lights” on pa ge 34 . The T OSHIBA Console b utton allows quick access to v arious functions.
35 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 System indicator panel The AC p o w e r l i g h t glows green when the computer is connected to an external po wer source. The on/off light glo ws green when the computer is on.
36 Finding Y our Way Around F r ont with the display open 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 CD/DVD control buttons The control b uttons on the front of the computer are for playing CDs, D VDs and digital audio files. Y ou can play audio CDs while the compute r is turned off.
37 Finding Y our Way Around Underside 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The next track b utton causes the disc player to skip to the follo wing track on the disc. NOTE: If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will start up and you will need to log on before being able to play a CD or DVD.
38 Finding Y our Way Around Underside 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The mode m cove r protects the b uilt-in modem. The battery r elease latch secures the battery cov er to the computer , preventing the battery from dislodgin g from the computer case.
39 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for w o rking 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.
40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ 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.
41 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ 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 about the same height and distance as the screen.
42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lo wer curv e of your spine. If necessary , use a cushion to pro vide extra back support. Lo wer-back-support cushions are a v ailable at many of fice supply stores.
43 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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 your ef ficiency .
44 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Some PC Cards can become ho t with prolonged u se. If two cards are installed, both can become hot e ven if only one is being use d. Overheating of a PC Card ca n result in errors or instability in its operation.
45 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 T o use external power or to char ge the battery , you must attach the A C adapter .
46 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 5 Click Ye s to register , or No to exit the process. NOTE: If you click No , you may re gister with T oshiba by clicking the Register with T oshib a icon on the desktop. 6 Enter your personal inform ation in the re gistration windo w .
47 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see “Using an external ke yboard” on page 59 ) ❖ Connect an external monitor.
48 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 CAUTION: Do not try to install a memory module under the following conditions. Y ou can damage th e computer and the module. 1. The computer is turned on. 2. The computer was shut down using Standby mode .
49 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Underside of the co mputer NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver .
50 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 5 Using your finger or a narro w object, lift off the co ver . 6 Put the screw and the cov er in a sa fe place so that you can retrie ve them later . CAUTION: Static electricity ca n damage the memory module.
51 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Inserting the memory module CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer . Grease or dust on the connec tors may cause memor y access problems.
52 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Removing a memor y module CAUTION: If you use the computer for a long time , the memor y modules will become hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature before you replace th em.
53 Getting Started Connecting a mouse 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 Complete the procedure b y follo wing steps 10 through 12 in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 47 . Checking total memor y When you add or remove memory , you can check that the computer has recognized the change.
54 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Connecting a USB printer T o achieve the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, which may come with yo ur printer . Otherwise, you can purchase on e from a comp uter or elec tronics store.
55 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Connecting an external monitor Y ou must attach the monitor befo re you turn on the computer . 1 Connect the m onitor’ s video ca ble to the RGB (monitor) port. 2 Connect the monitor’ s po wer ca ble to a liv e electrical outlet.
56 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 2 Release the Fn key . TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou can also ch ange these setti ngs using the Display Properties box in the Control Pane l.
57 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Multiple Monit ors windo w 5 Click the Dual button in Controller Options. 6 Click OK . Adjusting the quality of the external display T o obtain the best picture qua lity from your external di splay de vice, you may need to adjust the video settings.
58 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Display limitations K e ep in mind that the qualit y of the display will be limited to the capabilities of the ex ternal video de vice.
59 Getting Started Connecting an external disk ette drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Connecting an external diskette drive Although your computer has an in ternal diskett e dri ve, you can attach an external diskette driv e to use diskettes wi th your computer .
60 Getting Started Connecting the A C adapter 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Connecting the AC adapter The A C adapter enables you to power the computer from an A C outlet and to charge the computer’ s batteries. The A C po wer light on the computer glows when the de vice is plugged in.
61 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Connecting the AC adap ter to the computer 3 Connect the po wer cable to a liv e electrical outlet. The A C power and battery lights glo w . DANGER: Damaged power cab les can cause fire o r electric shock.
62 Getting Started Char ging the battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Charging the batter y Before you can use the battery to po wer the computer , you must charge it. Connect the co mputer to a li ve power outlet using the A C adapter and po wer cable. The on/of f light glo ws green and the battery light glo ws amber to show that it is charging.
63 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Opening the display pa nel CAUTION: T o avoid damaging the display panel, don’t force it beyond the point where it moves easily . Never lift or move the computer usin g the display panel.
64 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Pr essing the power button NOTE: When you turn on the comp uter for the first time, don’t turn off the power again until the operating sy stem has loaded completely . The A C po wer light glo ws when the computer is connected to an external po wer source.
65 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Activating the power -on password When you f irst turn on your computer , no passwo rd is required. But you can set up your compu ter so that a password is required to comple te the powering up process in the future.
66 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 mov e the cursor with the stro ke of a finger . Simply mov e your finger on the T o uchPad in the direction you’ d like to mov e the cursor: ❖ T o move the cursor to the top of the page, slide your finger forw ard on the T ouchPad.
67 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 documentation to find whether it uses the secondary mouse button. For more on the primary and secondary control b uttons, see “Lesson 2: Using the T ouchPad and control b uttons together” on page 135 .
68 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Mouse Pr operties window 5 Select Disable or Enable , whiche ver is appropriate. 6 Click A pply . 7 Click OK . The Mouse P roperties windo w closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware windo w .
69 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Setting up a printer NOTE: Foll ow the manu facturer’ s instructions for connecting a printer to your computer .
70 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Contr ol P anel 2 Click Printers and Other Hard ware . 3 Click the Printers and Faxes icon.
71 Getting Started Setting up the fax function 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 Click Add a printer . The Add Printer W izard window appears. Sample Add Printer W izard 5 Follo w the on-screen instructions. HINT : If you are using more than one printer , make sure the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference.
72 Getting Started Setting up the fax function 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 2 Click the Set up faxing option. 3 Follo w the on-screen instructions. The fax function def ault setting is enabled. If it is disabl ed, enable the fax function b y doing the following: 1 Click Start , Printers and F axes .
73 Getting Started P owering off the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Powering off the computer It’ s a good idea to po wer of f your computer when yo u are not using it for a while.
74 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Cleaning the computer T o keep your comp uter clean, gently wipe the d isplay panel and exterior case wit h a lightly dampened cloth. Ask yo ur T oshiba dealer or network admi nistrator for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products.
75 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 PORT -Noteworthy computer loc k cable T o s ecure the computer: 1 Loop the cable through or around some part o f a heav y object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable of f the obje ct.
76 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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 stays in the computer’ s temporary memory until you sa ve it to the disk.
77 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboard 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Back up your files to diskettes (or other remov able storage media) on a re gular 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 hav e a separate backup copy .
78 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Character keys T yping with the characte r 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.
79 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboard 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Windows ® special keys W indows ® special keys 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.
80 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Using the numeric keypad overlay T o turn on the numeric k eypad ov erlay , press Fn and F11 simultaneously . The numeric mode keyboard indicator light glo ws when the numeric o verlay is on.
81 Learning the Basics Emulating a full-size ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the co mputer’ s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyb oard, it has fe wer ke ys.
82 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 For information on ho w to program the button, see “Power Management” on page 194 . Starting a program The easiest way to start a progra m is to click the name of the file that contains the informa tion you want to work on.
83 Learning the Basics Printing your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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 .
84 Learning the Basics Using disk ettes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Print window 3 Click OK or Print to print. Using diskettes The 3.5-inch internal or extern al diskette dri ve lets you use high-density (1.44 MB) disk e ttes for data transfer and storag e.
85 Learning the Basics Using diskettes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Inserting and removing diskettes 1 Hold the diskette so that the arro w on its upper surface points to ward the driv e. 2 Push the diskette gently into the dri ve slot. When the diskette is in place, the eject b utton pops out.
86 Learning the Basics Backing up your f iles 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Ne ver eat, smoke, or use erasers near your diskettes. Foreign particles can damage the diskette’ s surface. ❖ K e ep your diskettes a way from sources of magnetism, such as speakers and radios, since these can destroy data.
87 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 7 Click the icon for the disk ette dri ve (3 1/2 floppy [A: ]). HINT : Y ou can a lso back up a file to a diskette by clicking the file (or files) you want to backup with the secondar y button, then pointing to Send T o and clic king 3 1/2 Floppy (A:) .
88 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Drive components and control buttons The CD/D VD control buttons are located at the front edge of the computer and can be accessed when the display panel is closed or open. Components Sample D VD-ROM or D VD-ROM/CD-R W drive Use the eject b utton to open the di sc tray .
89 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The manual eject bu tton allo ws y ou to manually open the disc tray when po we r to the computer and the dri ve is of f. CAUTION: Never use a p encil to press the manual eject b utton.
90 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The next track b utton skips to the following track on the disc. Y ou can eject a disc by pressing the stop/eject b utton twice. Use this method to eject a disc when the computer is turned of f and the sound su bsystem is turned on.
91 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 CAUTION: Do not install or re move a memory module while th e DVD-ROM drive power is on. Inserting a disc WARNING: Before playing an audio CD or a DVD, turn the volume down. Playi ng the disc at maximum volume could da mage your ears.
92 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The disc tray partially opens. CAUTION: T o avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that the disk/disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray . 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open.
93 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 P ositioning the disc on the spindle CAUTION: Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle.
94 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample W indows Media TM Player scr een Playing a DVD This guide has an entire chapter de voted to using W inD VD. For info rmation about ho w to play back a D VD, see “W inD VD™” on page 201 .
95 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or D VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Removing a disc with the computer on CAUTION: Never press the eject button while the computer is accessing the drive. Wait for the disk/disc activity light on the system indicator panel to turn off before opening the disc tray .
96 Learning the Basics Using the D V D-R OM or D VD-R OM/CD-RW multifunction drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Caring for CDs and DVDs ❖ Store your discs in thei r original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Ne ver be nd a disc or place hea vy objects on top of it.
97 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Setting up for communications T o communicat e across the te lephone lines with another computer , you need: ❖ The comput.
98 Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Connecting to the modem port 2 Plug the other end of the RJ 11 telephone cable into the modular jack of a standard v oice-grade telephone line. Connecting your computer to a network Y ou can connect your computer to a network locally or remotely .
99 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Powering down the computer When you po wer down the computer , you ha ve a nu mber of options to choose from: ❖ T urn Off o.
100 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open the programs and f i les you were pre viously using. Restart command Restart is the same as T urn Of f or Shut down b ut automatically po wers up the co mputer .
101 Learning the Basics Using T urn Off or Shut down 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Standby command The Standb y command puts the computer into a po wer- saving mode. Standb y stores the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer , you can continue working from where you left of f.
102 Learning the Basics Using T urn Off or Shut do wn 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample T urn off computer window 2 Click Tu r n O f f . The computer turns itself of f. If you are using the W indows ® XP Profession al operating system and are a member of a domain, power of f the computer as follows: 1 Click the Start button, then Shut down .
103 Learning the Basics Using T urn Off or Shut down 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Y ou can also access the TOSHIB A Po wer Sa ver Propert ies window b y using the TOSHIB A Console button.
104 Learning the Basics Using T urn Off or Shut do wn 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The properties wi ndo w for the opt ion you selected appears. If you selected the High Power option, the High Po wer Properties windo w appears. Sample High P ower Pr opertie s window 6 Click the System Po wer Mode tab .
105 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The Set the range windo w appears. Sample Set the rang e window with DC only option 9 Do one of the follo wing: ❖ Click DC only if you w ant the settings to apply only when you are using battery p o wer .
106 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 3 Double-click the To s h i b a P o w e r S a v e r icon . The TOSHIB A Power Sa ver Properties window appears. Y ou can also access the TOSHIB A Po wer Sa ver Propert ies window b y using the TOSHIB A Console button.
107 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 and are not a member of a domain, po wer off the co mputer using the Hibernation command as follo ws: 1 Click Start , T urn off computer .
108 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Going into Hibernation mode more quickly Y ou can also put the computer in to Hibernation mode in three way s: ❖ By pressing the po .
109 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample TOSHIB A P ower Saver Pr operties window 4 In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button.
110 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 5 Click the System Po wer Mode tab . Sample Full P ower Pr operties window 6 Select Hiber nation for the options you want. ❖ When I pr ess the power button Set this option to Hiberna tion so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the po wer bu tton.
111 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here . The Set the range windo w appears. Sample Set the rang e window with DC only option 8 Do one of the follo wing: ❖ Click DC only if you w ant the settings to apply only when you are using battery p o wer .
112 Learning the Basics Using Standby 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Using Standby If you are using the W indows ® XP Home operating system, or are using the W indows ® XP Professional operating system and are not a member of a domain, po wer off the co mputer using the Standby command as follo ws: 1 Click Start , T urn off computer .
113 Learning the Basics Using Standby 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 mode. The on/off light blinks amber to indicate the machine is in Standby mode. NOTE: If you power down using the Standby com mand and the battery discharges fully , your inform ation will be lost.
114 Learning the Basics Using Standby 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample TOSHIB A P ower Saver Pr operties window 4 Click Details in the Running on batteries section.
115 Learning the Basics Using Standby 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Full P ower Pr operties window 6 Select Standby for the options you w ant. ❖ When I pr ess the power button Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you press th e po wer button.
116 Learning the Basics Using Standby 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here . The Set the range windo w appears. Sample Set the rang e window with DC only option 8 Do one of the follo wing: ❖ Click DC only for the set tings to apply only when you are using battery po wer .
117 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Chapter 4 Mobile Computing This chapter cov ers all aspec t s of using your computer while tra veling. T oshiba’ s energy-saver design Y our computer enters a low-po wer mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving e nergy and sa v ing money in the process.
118 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 v aries depending on usage. The battery may not ch ar ge while the computer is consuming full po wer . After a period of time, the ba ttery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity an d will need to be replaced.
119 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Do not ov ercharge or re verse charge 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.
120 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 3 Operate the computer on battery po wer for f i ve minutes. If the battery has at least f ive minutes of operating time, continue op erating unt il the battery is fully discharged.
121 Mobile Computing Char ging batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Charging batteries The main battery needs to be char ged before you can use it to po wer the computer . Y ou can charge the battery using your computer , or you can use an optional b attery charger .
122 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Charging the RTC battery The computer contains an internal battery that provides po wer for the real-time clock (R TC) and calendar . During normal use, the main battery keeps the R TC battery adequately charged.
123 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Determining remaining batter y power NOTE: Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining batter y power . The computer needs this tim e to check the batter y’ s remaining cap acity and perform its calculatio ns.
124 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Conser ving batter y power Ho w long a fully charged battery lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors,.
125 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 you turn on the po wer again, you can continue where you left off. The computer stores the information on what you were doing until the battery runs out of po wer .
126 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Changing the main batter y When your battery p o wer is running lo w , you hav e two options: connect the computer to an A C power source or install a charged battery . NOTE: If your battery discharges fu lly , your information will be lost.
127 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sliding the battery r elease latch 5 Slide the battery release latch to ward the front of the computer . Slide the battery cover to ward the edge of the computer until it won’ t go any further .
128 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Removing the battery fr om the battery cover 3 Lift the battery from the battery co ver . Inserting a charged battery 1 T urn of f the computer . See “T urn Of f or Shut do wn command” on page 99 .
129 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 recessed areas, the battery co ver will slip comfortably into the battery slot. 8 Once the battery cov er has been inserted, slide the battery cov er until the side of the ba ttery release latch matches the side of the computer .
130 Mobile Computing T raveling tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Y ou must discard a battery if it becomes damaged. CAUTION: The computer’ s main battery is a lithium ion (Li-ion) battery , which can explode if not properly replaced, used , handled, or disposed of.
131 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System This chapter introduces the W indo ws ® XP operating system by guidi ng you through a fe w basic tasks.
132 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: E xploring the d esktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad fo r e verything you can do in the operating system.
133 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the d esktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Icons An icon represents a folder , file, or program that can be quickly acti vated by double-clicking the icon.
134 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: E xploring the d esktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Search for files ❖ Access W indows ® Help and Support ❖ Suspend system acti vity and turn of f the computer For more information on starting p rograms, see “Lesson 6: Starting programs” on page 143 .
135 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the T ouchP ad and contr o l buttons to gether 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Y ou can think of your computer storage system in terms of off ice equipment. Y ou hav e a file cabinet (de v ice), that contains folders, and each folder may contain documents.
136 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 2.4.0 left button) of the adj oining control buttons to open the Start menu. NOTE: In this guide, th e term “click” refers to the primary button, which is usually the left one.
137 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the T ouchP ad and contr o l buttons to gether 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample My Computer wind ow open 6 No w click the Close b utton in the upper -right corner of this windo w . The My Computer windo w is closed.
138 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 2.4.0 Sample desktop with th e taskbar on the right HINT : Y o u can move the taskbar to any of the desktop’ s four edges.
139 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 3: Learning about th e Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 To u n l o c k i t : 1 Right-click the taskbar . A menu appears. If the Lock the taskbar option has a check mark, then the feature is in use.
140 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Cr eating a new document 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 2 On the Vi e w menu, point to To o l b a r s , th en click Address Bar . The operating system displays the address bar . It indicates that you are in “My Computer .
141 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Cr ea ting a new document 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 Double-click the My New Doc icon. The operating system open s the ne w document in Notepad—the text editor b uilt into the operating system.
142 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Cr eating a new folder 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Lesson 5: Creating a new folder DEFINITION: A folder is an area where you can store documents and other types of files. It is anal ogous to a file folder stored in a file cabinet.
143 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting pr ograms 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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 you want to use for a particular task.
144 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting p r ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 3 T o open the second program: ❖ Click Start , then click All Pr ograms .
145 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, r epositionin g, and hiding windows 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows If you hav e followed the lessons in this chapter , you no w hav e a screen with se veral program windo ws open.
146 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, r epositioning, and hiding windows 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Using the taskbar If you ha ve applications open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by pointing to the applications’ button on the taskbar through use of th e T ouchPad and clicking the secondary button.
147 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, r epositionin g, and hiding windows 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The P aint windo w expands to f ill the screen, hiding e verything e xcept the taskbar . Notice that the Maximize button has changed.
148 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 8: Closi ng pr ogr ams 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 No w that the windo ws are side by side, you can see ho w you could refer to one windo w while working in the other . Resizing and mo ving windo ws allows yo u to rearrange the desktop to suit your needs.
149 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Cr eating shortcuts 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts By adding shortcuts to your desktop, you can open programs or files with the click of a button. Y ou will probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently .
150 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Cr eating shortcuts 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 Ty p e Calculator and click Fin ish . The operating system displa ys the new shortcut on your desktop. Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Use this method when you don’ t kno w the name and location of the program file.
151 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Cr eating shortcuts 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Searc h Results window HINT : Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. 2 Click All files and folders . 3 Ty p e char in the text box labeled: In all or part of the f ile name.
152 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the scr een saver 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 A shortcut to the Ch aracter Map appears o n your desktop. NOTE: Shortcut icons can be recognized by an arrow in the lower - left corner of the icon .
153 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the scr een saver 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 1 Mov e the cursor to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displa ys the desktop shortcut menu.
154 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the da te and time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 8 After you ha ve ch osen a screen sav er pattern and applied it to your desktop, click OK . The operating system retu rns you to the desktop.
155 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects fr om the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Date and T ime Pr operties window HINT : T o open the Date and Time.
156 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects fr om the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The icon disappears, b ut it has not really gone. It is merely set aside in the Re c y cle Bin so that you can restore or delete it later .
157 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 13: Using System Restor e 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 documents, and some times ev en programs.
158 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 2.4.0 Sample System Restor e welcome screen The W indows ® XP operating syst em guides you through the process of storing your system se ttings for future use.
159 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 2 If you do not see the inde x, click index . Help and Support displays the Ind ex. Sample Help and Support In de x The left side of the screen contains the inde x.
160 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 2.4.0 Sample help wind ow for drawings Notice that under the cate gory drawing s, there is a subcategory: creating using Paint . 4 Highlight creating using Paint, then c lick Display .
161 Getting to Know th e Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 15: T urning off your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 T o start the tour: 1 Click Start , then click T our W indows XP The W indows XP T our window appears.
162 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Chapter 6 Exploring Y our Options In this chapter , you will explore other features of your notebook computer . Windows ® XP special features The Wi n d o w s ® XP operat.
163 Exploring Y our Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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.
164 Exploring Y our Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you vie w your desktop and browse the f iles and folders on your local computer or netw ork file serv er .
165 Exploring Y our Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample W eb-styl e option 3 Select the preferred options. 4 Click A pply , then click OK . Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a W eb page on your desktop, yo u can also display a W eb page in an indi vidual window .
166 Exploring Y our Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 3 Click the Add W eb content to y our desktop link. 4 Follo w the on-screen instructions. Customizing window toolbars Y ou can display one or more cu stomizable toolbars at the top of a windo w .
167 Exploring Y our Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The elemen ts you can ad d to the top of t he window are: Displaying a toolbar in a window 1 Click Start , then click My Computer . The My Computer window appears. 2 On the V iew menu, point to T o ol bars, then clic k the name of the toolbar you w ant to display .
168 Exploring Y our Options P ersonalizing your desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The My Computer window appears. 2 Double-click the folder you want to open. 3 In the To o l s menu, s elect Folder Options. The Folders Options box appears. 4 In the T asks section, click the button for Show common tasks in f olders .
169 Exploring Y our Options Using your computer at the off ice 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor , external full-size ke yboard and an external mouse, you ca n work with your notebook as if it were a standard of fice computer .
170 Exploring Y our Options Exchanging data with another computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 Select Set up an advanced connection . 5 Click Next . 6 Select Connect directly to another computer . 7 Choose the ap propriate ro le for your computer: ❖ Guest ❖ Host 8 Follo w the on-screen instructions.
171 Exploring Y our Options Exchanging data with another computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The follo wing procedure is intended to support you if yo u need to either upgrade y our modem or reset the port to the default settings.
172 Exploring Y our Options Exchanging data with another computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 9 Close the Control Panel. Connecting your computer to a network Y ou can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality .
173 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Accessing the wireless modules using your system tray This information applies to sy stems with the optional W i-Fi feature. NOTE: T o install the Wi-Fi option at a later time, contact your T oshiba Authorized Service Provider .
174 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and do wnloadi ng files from the Internet For more information ab out the Internet, see “Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet” on page 139 .
175 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Connecting to the Internet using a telephone line T o connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A modem ❖ A W eb browser ❖ A telephone line ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once you ha ve established an ISP account, you can access the Internet.
176 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Internet features The Internet of fers many type s of communication tools to help you perform man y tasks. ❖ Internet email T o send and receiv e email of your own, you need a mailbox on the W e b, or an email address.
177 Exploring Y our Options T oshiba’ s online r esour ces 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 T oshiba’ s online resources T oshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about T oshiba products, gi ve help with technical questions, and keep yo u up to date with future upgrades .
178 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g video featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 3 Press Fn and F5 repeatedly to select the TV -only display option. Sample display options wi ndow The picture will automatically display on the TV screen. 4 If a movie is already playing, turn it of f and repeat step 3.
179 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g audio featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample W inD VD contr ol panel For more information about using W inD VD, see “W inD VD™” on page 201 . Exploring audio features Y ou can use your computer to reco rd sounds using an external microphon e.
180 Exploring Y our Options Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Using a microphone Attaching a micr ophone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer . 2 Click Start , point to All Pr ograms , Accessories , Entertainment , then click Sound Recorder .
181 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g audio featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 When you ha ve f inished recording, click the Stop b utton. 5 T o hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. 6 T o sav e the f ile, select Sa ve from the File menu.
182 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Attach ing a headphone o r speaker cable 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the head phone out. The headphone out requires a 16-ohm stereo min i-jack.
183 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Check the documentation that cam e with the PC Card to see if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2.01 standard, or l ater . Other cards may work with your computer , but are likely to be much more dif ficult to set up and use.
184 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 3 Align the card connectors with an av ailable PC Ca rd slot and carefully slide the card in to the slot until it locks into place. NOTE: If you have a T ype III card, insert the connector into the lower slot.
185 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 4 Remov e the PC Card and store it properly . 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. This is called “hot swapping.
186 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Chapter 7 T oshiba Utilities Y our computer includes sev eral utilities designed to help you to conf igure your system to best meet your individual needs. T ogether, these allo w you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options.
187 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Using Accessibility enables you to make the Fn k ey a stic ky key , meaning you can press it once , release it and then press a function ke y to activ ate the hot ke y function. T o open Accessibility: 1 Click Start , then click All Pr ograms .
188 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 and folders from within any program without using the Start menu. This section describes ho w to use the Fn-esse program to quickly access your prog rams and f iles. For in formation on creating operating system short cuts, see “Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts” on page 149 .
189 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Assigned ke ys and keys associated wit h a popup list are sho wn on the F n-esse ke yboa rd in the selected color .
190 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Using the keyboard or T ouchPad T o assign a key to open a program or docu ment: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 Perform one of the follo wing: ❖ Using the keyboard, press and hold the Fn key , th en press the desired assign ment key .
191 T oshiba Utilities Hotke y utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 do this, refer to your operating system documentation. ❖ Click OK to associate the folder with the k ey you just selected. ❖ T o open a popup list showing the items in that folder , press Fn plus the appropriate key .
192 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample T oshiba Hotke y utility window 4 Put a check mark next to the desired option. 5 Click OK . TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIB A Console provides quick access to computer functions and allo ws you to customize a range of co mputer settings.
193 T oshiba Utilities TOS H I BA Co n s o l e 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample TOSHIB A Cons ole window The TOSHIB A Console offers three cate gories of features: ❖ Customize Y our Computer ❖ Netwo.
194 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Network The feature in this cate gory is the IR utility . Security The fea tures av ailable in this category are: ❖ Supervisor passwor.
195 T oshiba Utilities TOS H I BA Co n s o l e 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample TOSHIB A P ower Saver Pr operties window The Po wer Sav e Modes tab show s the po wer usage modes for both A C power (“Plugged in”) and batte ry power (Running on batteries”).
196 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The windo ws and settings for creating and customizing battery power modes are described in the following sections.
197 T oshiba Utilities TOS H I BA Co n s o l e 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 This tab enables you to choose an icon for your po wer usage mode, describe the mo de’ s characteristics and, op tionally , associate it with a program. The Name f ield displays the name assigned to the mode in the Po wer Sa ver Properties windo w .
198 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample TOSHIB A Contr ols Pr operties window 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Check the boxes for the TOSHIB A Console button and/or the Internet button. 4 Under Select a Program, ma ke the desired selections.
199 T oshiba Utilities TOS H I BA Co n s o l e 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample TOSHIB A HWSe tup window The TOSHIB A HWSetup window appears with tabs for the follo wing: ❖ Display — Allo ws you to select the b uilt-in LCD and/or external monitor when the computer powers on.
200 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ K eyboard — Allows you to enable or disable the “wak e- up on ke yboard” feature. The feature allo ws you to “wake” the machine from Standby mode by pressing a key . ❖ USB — Allo ws you to enable or disable USB Le gacy Emulation.
201 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Chapter 8 WinDVD™ W inD VD is a software progra m for playing back CDs an d D VDs. This chapter explains ho w to use this program. Playing DVDs TECHNICAL NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, T oshiba recommends playing DVDs while your compute r is connected to AC power .
202 WinDVD™ Playing D VDs 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 a D VD-R OM or DVD-R OM/CD-R W multifunctional driv e, W inD VD is preinstalled on the hard disk. WARNI NG: Before playing a DVD, turn down the volume. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage yo ur ears.
203 WinDVD™ Playing D VDs 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample InterV ideo W inDVD window Using the WinDVD toolbar The W inD VD window contains a toolbar at the top and a status bar at the bottom. If the toolbar or status bar do es not appear , you can display them by following the instructions in “Setting general prop erties” on page 211 .
204 WinDVD™ Playing D VDs 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The playback speed slider e nable s you to control the speed at which the D VD plays. Mov e the slider to the left to slo w the playback speed or mo ve it to th e right to play the D VD faster . Placing the slider in the cen ter plays the D VD at normal speed, and enables the audio.
205 WinDVD™ Playing D VDs 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Y ou can open a shortcut menu, by positioning th e cursor ov er the W inDVD windo w , other than over the control panel, then clicking the secondary b utton.
206 WinDVD™ Playing D VDs 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Click this T o do this Or use ke yboard shortcut Repeat — repeat the current chapter , or start to play the D VD from the beginning. When the repeat b utton is acti v ated, the repeat symbol appears to the left of the chapter number on the con- trol panel counter .
207 WinDVD™ Playing D VDs 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Step — m ove f o rwa rd through the D VD one frame at a time. Each time you click this bu tton the D VD mov es forward one frame. None Stop — cease playing a D VD. After stopping the D VD, click the play button to resume playing the D VD.
208 WinDVD™ Using playl ists 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Maximizing the video window T o cl ose the W inDVD control panel and expand the video windo w to fi ll the screen, click the Maximize b utton. T o display the control panel agai n, double-click anywhere in the video window .
209 WinDVD™ Using playlists 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample playlist window 2 Click the File b utton in the lo wer-right corner of the windo w , to indicate that you are creating a playlist of indi vidual f iles. 3 In the Directory list, select the f ile you want to play first, and click Add to put it at the top of the playlist .
210 WinDVD™ Customizing W inD VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 6 Click OK to close the confirma tion windo w , then click OK to close the Playlist window . Loading and playing playlists 1 In the Playlist windo w , click File to display the saved playlist of files.
211 WinDVD™ Customizing W inD VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Pr operties window with the General tab on top Setting general properties Yo u u s e t h e General tab to select the region code, the dri ve letter assigned to the D VD-R OM or D VD-R OM/CD-R W driv e, the autoplay default option, and which W inDVD toolbars are displayed b y default.
212 WinDVD™ Customizing W inD VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 1 T o change the region code, select the desired option in the Curr ent re gions list . The Remaining times until permanent box displays the remaining number of ti mes you can change the current region before the setting becomes permanent.
213 WinDVD™ Customizing W inD VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample Pr operties window with Audi o tab on top 2 In the A udio channels box, select the appropriate speaker mode to match your setup as follo ws: ❖ If you ha ve two speake rs, select one of the 2 speak er modes .
214 WinDVD™ Customizing W inD VD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Setting display properties 1 In the Properties windo w , click the Display tab. The Disp lay tab mov es to the front. Sample Pr operties window with Display tab selected 2 Select the Lock aspect ra tio check box to maintain the original aspect ratio when the video windo w is resized.
215 WinDVD™ Using W inD VD advanced featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 select Wi n DVD to display the control panel in a dif ferent format. Y ou can a lso select About to display copyright and version information. Using WinDVD advanced features The features described in this sec tion are av ailable on the W inD VD expanded control panel.
216 WinDVD™ Using W inD VD advanc ed featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Numeric keypad — use these buttons to select a chapter by entering the chapter number . After you hav e entere d a chapter number , click the enter button on the lo wer- right corner of the numeric ke ypad ( ↵ ) to be gin playing that chapter .
217 WinDVD™ Using W inD VD advanced featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Chapter button — display a list of all the chapters in the cur- rent D VD. Select the chapter you want to play , or use the numeric keypad to enter the chapter number . C Titl e b utton — Dis- play a list of all the titles on the current D VD.
218 WinDVD™ Using W inD VD advanc ed featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Zooming in Y ou ca n zoom in on an are a of the W inD VD vide o window to get a closer look. 1 Click the Zoom button, located in the upper -left corner of the directional button panel.
219 WinDVD™ Using W inD VD advanced featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 3 Hold the primary b utton and drag the cursor to the bottom- right corner o f the area you want to view in close up. A dotted rectangle appears arou nd the are a you wish to view .
220 WinDVD™ Launching an Internet br owser fr om W inDVD 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sample W inD VD Adjustment window The adjustment windo w provides another set of sliders for adjusting volume and brightness. It also provides tw o color control sliders.
221 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Chapter 9 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 help from your dealer , your network administrator or the manuf acturer of a software program.
222 If Someth ing Goes W rong Pr oblems that are easy to fix 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 T o close a program that has stopped responding: 1 Press Ctrl , Alt , and Del simultan eously (once). 2 Click the Applications tab . If a program has stopped res ponding, the words “not responding” appear besi de its name in the list.
223 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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 .
224 If Someth ing Goes W rong The W i ndows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The computer displays the WA RNING RESUME F AILURE message. The computer w as placed in Standby mod e and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the comp uter’ s memory has been lost.
225 If Something Goes Wrong The W indows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start prop erly , you may ha ve to change your system’ s configuration or ve rify the startup procedure to fix the problem.
226 If Someth ing Goes W rong The W i ndows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow .
227 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Y ou c an connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu.
228 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 the computer’ s Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer’ s memory to store information as it works. These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources.
229 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 ❖ Reconfigure the de vice so that its requirements do not conflict.
230 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 type of de vice, the driv ers installed, and the system resources assigned to the de vice. T o che ck a device’ s properties: 1 Click Start , Contr ol Panel , P erf ormance and Maintenance , Administrative T ools .
231 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Memory module problems CAUTION: Static electricity ca n damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal su rface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up .
232 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Power and the batteries Y our computer receives its po wer through the A C adapte r and po wer cable or from the system batteries (main battery and real-time clock (R TC) ba tte ry).
233 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The battery appears not to power the computer f or as long as it usually does. If you frequently rechar ge a pa rtially charged battery , it may not charge full y . Let the batte ry discharge complet ely , then try charging it again.
234 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may ha ve gone into effect. Press an y key to activ ate the screen.
235 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The screen does not look right. Y ou can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control b utton, then clicking Properties.
236 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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 .
237 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 6 Click Start . Error- checking runs the test. Y our hard disk seems very slow . If you hav e b een using your comput er for some time, your files may have beco me fragmented.
238 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk err or message . If you are starting the computer from a disk ette, the diskette in the dri ve does not ha ve the f iles necessary to start the computer .
239 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 manual eject butt on. This b utton is in the small hole ne xt to the disc eject b utton on the right side of th e computer . Some discs run correctly , but others do not.
240 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 for example, b y installing a new graphics or audio card may impact performance. Some so ftware changes may also impact playback performance (for example, do wnloading new dri vers from the W eb).
241 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Secondary IDE Channel DMA setting T o ensure the Se condar y IDE Channel DMA setting: 1 Click Start , Contr ol Panel , P erf ormance and Maintenance , System icon. The System Propert ies windo w .
242 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 7 Look at De vice 0. The current transfer mode should be Ultra DMA Mode 2. If it isn’t, select DMA if available from the T ransfer Mode pull-do wn menu and click OK .
243 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Microsoft ® DirectShow ® components are missing. Microsoft ® DirectShow ® is not installed properly on the system. Reinstall Microsoft ® DirectSho w ® versi on 6.
244 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The audio setting s are incorrect. Please check sound card or drivers. The audio card w as found, but there is a problem with the audio c ard or dri vers. The wrong audio driver may be installed in the sys- tem.
245 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 This D VD disc cann ot be played in this region. The selected region cannot be used due to one of the follo wing: The Regi on Code of W inD VD and the DVD disc do not match.
246 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Sound system problems Y ou do not hear any sound from the computer . Adjust the v o lume control. If you are using external headphones or speak ers, check that they are securely connected to your comp uter .
247 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 in the Mixer Utility (def ault En abled), may cause feedback. Re vert to the def a ult settings. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include man y types of de vices, such as a remov able hard disk, additional memory , or a pager .
248 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. See “Using PC Cards ” on page 182 for how to insert PC Cards. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected.
249 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The computer stops working (hangs) when y ou insert a PC Card . Remov e the PC Card. If removing the PC Card doesn’ t resolve the problem, try re starting the computer .
250 If Someth ing Goes W rong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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).
251 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Modem problems This section lists co mmon modem 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.
252 If Someth ing Goes W rong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 software programs b uild in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Sa ve your work! See “Computing tips” on page 76 for instructions.
253 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 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.
254 If Someth ing Goes W rong If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 2 Next, try one of T oshiba’ s online services. The T oshiba Forum can be accessed through CompuServ e ® by t yp i ng : go toshiba . T oshiba voice contact Before calling T oshiba, make sure you hav e: ❖ Y our computer’ s model and model number .
255 If Something Goes Wrong Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites T oshiba’ s worldwide offices toshiba.com W orldwide T oshiba corporate site computers.toshib a.com Marketing and product information in the USA www .
256 If Someth ing Goes W rong T oshiba’ s worldwide off ices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Germany T oshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D-93055 Regensb urg Germany Greece Ideal Electronics S.A. 109 Syngrou A venue 176 71 Kalithea Athens Greece Hungary T echnotrade Kft.
257 If Something Goes Wrong T oshiba’ s worldwide off ices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Pol a n d TECHMEX S.A. ul. Partyzantów 71, 43-316 Bielsko-Biala 01-059 W arszawa Poland Por tu ga l Quinta Grande Assisté ncia Técnica Informática, Lda. A v . Moinhos no.
258 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys tha t, w hen pr essed in combination with the Fn ke y , turn system functions on and of f. Hot keys h av e a legend on or abo ve the ke y indicating the option or feature the ke y controls.
259 Hot Keys Instant passwor d security 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Instant password security Without a password The Fn + F1 key combinatio n turns off the display and activ ates instant security . Using the pointing device or any key will m ake t he d ispl ay r e appear .
260 Hot Keys P ower usage mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 The Display Properties windo w appears. 4 If you clicked Choose a screen sa ver , the Screen Sav er tab has already been selected. If it isn’ t selected, click the Scre en Sa ver tab . 5 Click the On resume, passw ord pr otected check box.
261 Hot Keys Standby mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Standby mode Fn + This hot ke y puts the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box is displayed b y default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode. Click the checkbox to pre vent the message box appearing in future.
262 Hot Keys Hibernation mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Hibernation mode Fn + This hot ke y puts the computer into Hibernatio n mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to conf irm the computer is going into Hibernation mode.
263 Hot Keys Display modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Display modes Fn + This hot ke y cycles through the po wer-on display options. While hold ing down Fn , press F5 repeatedly until the setting you want takes ef fect. Then release the Fn key . NOTE: This hot key does not function while WinDVD is playing.
264 Hot Keys Display brightness 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Display brightness Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot ke y decreases the screen b rightness. Fn + This hot ke y increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot ke y disables or enables the T ouc hPad.
265 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Appendix B Power Cable Connectors Y our notebook 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 world.
266 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Appendix C Video Modes This appendix lis ts the vide o modes supp orted by the display adapter and identifies the ch aracteristics of each mod e. The columns in the tables ha ve the follo wing meanings: Mode is the mode number in hexadecimal and is g enerally used by programmers to sp ecify video modes in p rograms.
267 Video Modes Y our computer’ s video modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 Scan F req hor/vert is the horizontal and vertical scanning frequency in Hertz. This is for e xternal monitors only . Y our computer’ s video modes Y our computer supports the video modes def ined in this table.
268 Video Modes Y our computer’ s video modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 T able 2 Video modes (XGA) 7+ VGA T ext 80 x 25 Characters 8( 9 ) x 16 Mono Mono 70 D VGA Grph 320 x 200 Pels 8 x 8 16 of 256K 1.
269 Video Modes Y our computer’ s video modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 1600 x 1200 256/256K (V irtual) 256/256K 60 75 85 1920 x 1440 256/256K (V irtual) 256/256K 60 640 x 480 64K/64K 64 K/64K 60 75 8.
270 Video Modes Y our computer’ s video modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 T able 3 Video modes (SXGA+) 1600 x 1200 16M/16M (V irtual) 16M/16M 60 Resolution LCD colors CRT colors V ertical fr equency (Hz.
271 Video Modes Y our computer’ s video modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0 1024 x 768 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 1400 x 1050 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 1600 x 1200 64K/6.
272 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Glossar y TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features de fined in this glossary may not be available on your computer . Acronyms The follo w ing acronyms may appear in this user’ s guide.
273 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 DMA direct memory access DIMM dual inl ine memory mo dule DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nem atic DV D dig ital versatile (or vi.
274 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference RO M read-only memory RT C real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynami.
275 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 application — A computer program that yo u use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applicatio ns include word processors, spreadsheets, and database ma nagement systems. See also pr ogram . B backup — A copy of a file, usually on a remov able disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged.
276 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 bus — A n electrical circuit that co nnects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter , disk drives, and ports. It is the pathw ay through which data flows from one de vice to another .
277 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 color palette — A set of speci fied colors that establishes the color s that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility — Th e extent to which computers, programs, or devices can w o rk together harmoniously , using the same commands, formats, or language as anot her .
278 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 direct memory acces s (D MA) — A d edicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory — See folder . disable — T o turn a computer option of f. See also en able .
279 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 DV D — An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DV D - RO M . D VD-ROM (digital versatile disc r ead-only memory) — A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data.
280 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 fo l d e r — Also called directory . A container for organizing f i les sav ed to a disk. A folder is sym bolized on screen by a graphical image (icon) of a f ile folder . A folder can contain files and other folders.
281 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 high-density di skette — A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of data. See also diskette. hot key — (1) A feature in w hich certain keys in combin ation with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery sa ve mode.
282 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 liquid crystal disp lay (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two tran sparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pa ttern that polarizes the light passing through it.
283 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 multimedia — A combin ation of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a co mputer program or presentation. Musical Instrument Digital Interface — See MIDI. N network — A collection of computers and associated de vices that are connected by communications facilities.
284 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 PC Card — A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of no tebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard di sk driv e, network adapter , sound card, or SCSI adapter .
285 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 rem ovabl e disk — A disk that can be removed from a disk driv e. A diskette is one e xample of a remov able disk. res o lu t io n — A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen.
286 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Standby — A feature of some W indows ® operating systems that allows you to turn of f the com puter without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again.
287 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Wi- F i — A trademarked term by the W ireless Capabil ity Ethernet Alliance which stan ds for W ireless Fidel ity . W i-Fi is another term for the IEEE 2.11b communi cation protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless commun ication components.
288 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 Index A A C adapter 6 0 A C p o we r l ig ht 35 , 60, 64 Accessories programs 1 5 7 adding memory 4 7 alarms low battery 1 2 5 audio CDs playing 8 7 audio features 1 7 9 a.
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 289 Index play/pause 36 po wer 3 2 previous track 3 6 primary control 3 3 , 6 6 secondary control 33 , 6 6 S ta rt 13 3 stop 3 6 TOSHIB A C onsole 3 4 , 8 1 C calculator 1 4 9.
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 290 Index connecting A C adapter 6 0 e xt er n a l m on it or 54, 169 external speak ers 1 8 1 headphones 1 8 2 modem 9 7 po wer cable 6 1 television 54 to a network 9 8 USB-c.
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 291 Index downloading 17 6 D VD -R OM 35, 96 l au nc h W i nD VD 178 D VD -R OM d ri v e 30, 87, 178, 201 inserting a disc 9 1 playing D VDs 2 0 1 problems 2 3 8 removing a di.
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 292 Index assigning keys 1 8 9 change/remov e key assignments 191 drag-and-drop 1 8 9 keyboard 18 8 s t ar ti ng 18 8 using keyboard or pointing device 190 viewing ke y assign.
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 293 Index J jacks microphone in 2 8 , 3 3 K keyboard 33 character keys 7 8 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 7 8 cursor control o verlay 8 0 emulating full-size 8 1 ext e rn a l 5 9 Fn-e.
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 294 Index connecting to 9 8 New Connection W izard 1 7 2 Network Setup W izard 9 8 New F older icon 1 4 2 new te xt docu ment 1 4 0 next track b utton 3 7 Notepad 1 4 1 numeri.
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 295 Index battery charge doesn’t last 2 3 3 can’t access CD/D VD 2 3 8 can’t insert disk ette in driv e 2 3 7 can’t read a disk ette 2 3 8 changing display properties .
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 296 Index R recharging main battery 1 2 1 R T C battery 1 2 2 recording adjusting q uality 1 8 1 sounds 1 7 9 Recov ery CD 2 5 Recycle Bin 1 5 5 region code 2 1 1 remaining ba.
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 297 Index system indicator pan el 3 3 , 3 5 System Restore 1 5 7 S ys te m S et up 223 system tools 2 3 6 Disk Defragmenter 2 3 7 Error- checking 2 3 6 System tray 1 3 4 T t a.
5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.4.0 298 Index W eb browsers 1 7 4 We b s i t e s Support Online 2 2 7 surfing the Internet 1 7 5 W eb sites,T oshiba 2 5 5 Wi - F i wireless netw orking 1 7 3 W indows 1 3 4 windo.
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