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PMAD00059011 09/06 T ecra ® A7 Series Use r ’ s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ T oshiba’ s Support W eb site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ T oshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United .
2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical kno wn to the State o f California to ca use birth defe cts or other reproductive harm.
3 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications. ” “Critical applications” means life s upport sy stems, medical ap.
4 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 This device complies with P art 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following tw o conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept an y interferen ce receiv ed, including interference that may cause undesired operatio n.
5 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0. 3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. Connection to party line service is subject to state tarif fs. Contact the state public utility commission, public se rvice co mmission or corpor ation commission for information.
6 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distan ce transmission char ges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer .
7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 NO TICE: The Ringer Equi v alence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device pro vides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface.
8 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Wireless LAN and Y our Health W ireless LAN products, like other radio de vices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy . The level of ener gy emitted by W ireless LAN devices howe ver is far much less than the elect romagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices lik e for example mobile phones.
9 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 documentation that comes with the pr oduct. This de vice complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards. Canada – Indust ry Canada (IC) This device complies with RS S 210 of Ind ustry Canada.
10 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIB A declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance w ith the related European Directiv es. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIB A Europe GmbH , Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Ger man y .
11 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Ta i w a n The legal communications mentioned in the abov e item refer to radio communications operated in accordan ce with telecommunication laws and regulations.
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. O F : This equipment uses OFDM modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.
13 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wire less module into other device.
14 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Europe - Restrictions for us e of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: For pri v ate usage outside buildings acr oss public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required.
15 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 802.11a (5 GHz) Tu r b o M o d e ( 5 G H z ) Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries O: allowed ×: forbidden ❖ T o remain in conformance with E uro pean spectrum usage laws for W ireless LAN operation, the above 2.
16 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands i n the European Community . Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devi ces without a W ireless LAN Access Point.
17 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 802.11a (5 GHz) Tu r b o M o d e ( 5 G H z ) Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel ® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approv ed to the radio standard by the countries/re gions in the following table.
18 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 approv ed to the radio standard by the countries/re gions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
19 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Bluetooth wireless technology is a new in novative technology , and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth products with all computers and/or equi pment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable comp uters.
20 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 In some situatio ns or en vironments, the use of Bluetooth wireless techno logy may be restricted by the proprietor of th e building or responsible representati ves of the organization.
21 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Ta i w a n The legal communications mentioned in the abov e item refer to radio communications operated in accordan ce with telecommunication laws and regulations.
22 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 FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequenc y bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.
23 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Optical Drive Safety Instructions The HD DVD-ROM and mult i-function drives employ a la ser system. T o ensure proper use of th is product, please read th is instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference.
24 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by T oshiba Amer ica Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide canno t be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of T oshiba.
25 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T rademarks T ecra is a registered trademark of T osh iba America Informa tion Systems, Inc. and/or T oshiba Corporation. Microsoft and W indo ws are registered tr ademarks of Microsoft Corpo ration in the United States and/or other countries.
26 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Contents Introduction ................ ................................................................ 35 This guide ...............................................................37 Safety icons ............................
27 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Using the computer for the first time ......................51 Opening the display panel .................................51 Your computer’s features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power .................
28 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Using and configuring Standby mode ............... 91 Closing the display panel ..................................93 Caring for your computer ........................................93 Cleaning the computer .........
29 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Caring for CD or DVD discs ............................116 Toshiba’s online resources ...................................116 Chapter 3: Mobile Computin g ........................... ...................... 117 Toshiba’s energy-saver design.
30 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 An overview of using the Internet .........................146 The Internet ....................................................147 The World Wide Web ......................................147 Internet Service Providers .
31 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Setting passwords ................................................ 168 Using an instant password ..............................168 Setting a user password .................................169 Disabling a user password .
32 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Fingerprint Authentication Utility ...........................193 Fingerprint utility limitations ...........................193 Fingerprint Enrollment .................................... 193 Fingerprint Logon .....
33 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 DVD operating problems .......................................238 Develop good computing habits ...........................241 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP ......................................
34 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors.......................... 260 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ............................................................. 261 Getting Started ....
35 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 I n t roduct ion W elcome to the world of po werful, portable, multimedia computing. W ith your T oshiba notebook computer , your work and entertainment can accompany you where ver you go.
36 Introduction 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Certain Microsoft ® software product(s) included with this computer may use technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT , YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULL Y COMPL Y WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIV A TION PROC EDURES.
37 Introductio n This guide 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 This guide This guide introduces the computer’ s features. Y ou can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to f ind specific information.
38 Introduction Other documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Other icons used Additional icons highlight ot her helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon in dicates technica l information about the computer . HINT : This icon indicates helpful hints and tips.
39 Introductio n Service options 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Ser vice options T oshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty . T oshiba’ s standard limited warranty , extended warranty , and service upgrade terms and conditions are av ailable at warranty .
40 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for w orking comfortably , summarizes ho w to connect components, and explains what to do the f irst time you use your notebook computer . Selecting a place to work Y our computer is portable and designed to be used in a v ariety of circumstances and locations.
41 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from: ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.
42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your com puter , and never expose the computer to rain, wate r , seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury .
43 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ K eep the computer and disk s a way from objects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as lar ge stereo speakers. Information on disks is stored magnetically . Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files.
44 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Always make sure your computer and AC adapto r have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turne d on or when an AC adapto r is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Standby mode).
45 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating sy stem has loaded completely . The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear , may vary acco rding to your software setup choices.
46 Getting Started Re gistering your computer with T oshiba 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 Follo w the remaining screen prompts to complete the setup process.
47 Getting Started Connecting to a po wer sour ce 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a printer” on page 81 ) ❖ Connect an optional external disk dri ve (see “Co.
48 Getting Started Connecting to a power so ur ce 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Illustra tion) P ower cord/cable an d A C adaptor T o connect A C po wer to the computer: 1 Connect the po wer cord/cab le to the A C adaptor .
49 Getting Started Connecting to a po wer sour ce 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Plug the A C adaptor cord in to the DC-IN on the back of the computer . (Sample Illustration) Connecting the A C adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the po wer cord/cable to a li ve electrical outlet.
50 Getting Started Char ging the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If the AC power light f las hes amber during charging, either the ma in batter y is malfunctioning , or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply . Disconnect th e AC power cord/cab le and remove the main battery pack.
51 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 The computer is no w ready for you to turn it on and be gin using it. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to the right.
52 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Small bright dots may ap pear on your screen display when you turn on your computer . Y our display contains an extremely lar ge number of thin-f ilm transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high -precision technology .
53 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T urning on the power T o turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any e xternal de vices (such as the A C adaptor , if you plan to use A C powe r rather t han battery po wer) are properly connected and ready .
54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Adding memor y (optional) HINT : T o purc hase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with you r system or visit accessories.toshib a.com . Y o u r co mp u t e r comes with enough memory to run most of today’ s popular applications.
55 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Installing a memor y module with the computer’ s power on may damage the computer , the module, or both. The computer has two memory slots—Slo t A and Slot B. Y ou can install one or tw o memory modules.
56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 5 Close the display p anel and turn the computer upside do wn to locate the memory module slot co ver . (Sample Illustration) Locating th e memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips scre wdri ver , unscrew the scre w that secures the memory module slot co ver .
57 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 8 Place the scre w and the cov er in a safe place so that you can retriev e them later . Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded meta l surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up .
58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, a voiding any contact with its connector . Position the module tow ard the socket, aligning the co nnector’ s notch with the matching k e y in the sock et.
59 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 13 Once the module’ s connector is fully inserted into the socket, press do wnward on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latche s at the sides of the socket.
60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 14 Replace the memory module slot cov er and secure it using the scre w . 15 Re-insert the main battery . For more information on inserting the main battery , see “Inserting a charged battery” on page 131 .
61 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Removing a memor y module If you need to remov e a memory modu le: 1 Complete steps 1 – 8 in “Installing a memory mo dule” on page 54 to shut do wn the c omputer an d open the memory module slot cov e r .
62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Gently lift the m em or y module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. (Sample Illustration ) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cov er and secure it using the screw .
63 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Checking total memory When you ad d or remo ve a memory m od ul e , you can check that the computer has recognized the change. T o do this: 1 Click Start , Contr ol Panel , P erf ormance and Maintenance , and then System .
64 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Delete your hard disk dri v e recov ery partition without the risk of losing your data.
65 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Recovery Disc Cr eator sc r een 3 Select the items you want to cop y by clicking the check box next to the item’ s N ame – recov ery f iles, applications (original b undled dri v ers and applications), or both the recov ery f iles and applications.
66 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recover y partition Y ou ha ve the options of reco v ering your system u sing the Hard Dri ve.
67 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Recovering the original factor y image (recommended) Recovering a hard disk drive to its f actory default setting deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost.
68 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Erasing the hard disk The Recovery W izard allows yo u to delete all data and partitions from the hard dis k. T o delete the data and par titions from your hard disk: 1 On the TOSHIB A Recov ery W izard screen, select Erase the hard disk , then click Next .
69 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Select the desired method, then click Next . A confirmation message displays remind ing you that all data will be lost. Be sure you ha ve sa ved your work to backup media be fore proceeding.
70 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size Resizing and recovering your C: drive to its f actory de fault setting re.
71 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recover y media If you need to reco ver yo ur computer to its def ault f actory state, you can reb uild the system using your Hard Dri ve Recov ery Utilities.
72 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Recovering the original factor y image (recommended) Recovering a hard disk drive to its f actory default setting deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost.
73 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Click Ye s to be gin the restoration. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recov ered.
74 Getting Started Har d Drive Recovery Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Double-click the Computer Management icon. 4 Click Disk Management . 5 Highlight the hard disk dri ve in the V olume list to display its status in the lo wer portion of the screen.
75 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 After the Delete Hard Disk R ecov ery Utility has completed, it assigns the appropriate dri ve letter (for e xample, E: driv e) for the extra space and formats the dri v e.
76 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ T o mov e it to the left side, slide your finger from ri ght to left. Because the T ouchPad is much smaller th an the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often mea ns having to move your finger several times across the T ouchPad in the pref erred dir ection.
77 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad ™ The T ouchPad ™ is enabled by def ault. T o change the enable/ disable T ouchPad setting: 1 Click Start , and then Contr o l P anel . The Control P anel windo w appears.
78 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware windo w . 9 Close the Control Panel windo w . Y ou can also use a hot k ey to disable or enable the T ouchPad. See “Disabling or enablin g the T ouchPad” on page 258 .
79 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you ha ve co nnected an e xternal display de vice, you can choose to use the internal disp lay only , the external de vice only , or both simultaneously .
80 Getting Started Using an e xternal k e yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou can also change these se ttings using the Display Properties box. Set the option for the video controller by cl icking Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Theme s, and then Display .
81 Getting Started Using a mouse 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a mouse Y ou may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’ s built- in T ouchPad. Y ou can use a USB-compatible mouse. After logging on to you r system, the mouse cursor may move to the upper-right side of the screen.
82 Getting Started Connecting a printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If your printer does no t support Plug and Play , you can set up the printer as described in “Setting up a printer” on page 82 . T o connect a printer to your computer: 1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect the other end to one of the computer’ s USB ports.
83 Getting Started Connecting an optional external disk ette drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Follo w the on-screen instructio ns to set up your printer . Connecting an optional ex ternal diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, requi re a diskette dri ve designed for use with 3.
84 Getting Started T urning of f the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T urning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows ® operating system cou ld cause you to lose your work. Make sure the sy stem indicator panel’ s disk light and the drive-in-use light are off.
85 Getting Started T urning off the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ If you hav e work in progress and are not connected to a network, u se the W indo ws ® Standby or Hibernate commands to sav e your system settings so that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left of f.
86 Getting Started T urning of f the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 For info rmation on ho w to use and configure Hibernation mode see “Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page 89 . Standby mode The Standby command places the computer into a po wer - sav ing mode.
87 Getting Started T urning off the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the T urn Off Computer or Shut Down commands Depending on the operating system installed, use the follo wing steps to turn of f your comp uter .
88 Getting Started T urning of f the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T urning off the computer more quickly Y ou can also turn of f the computer b y pressing the po wer button. T o use this method, you f irs t need to activ ate it using T oshiba’ s Power Sa ver utility .
89 Getting Started T urning off the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 5 Click A pply . 6 Click OK . For more information about the Power Saver utility , see “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page 180 . Once the computer is conf igured, you can turn it of f by either pressing the po wer button or closing the display panel , depending on the options set.
90 Getting Started T urning of f the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Configuring Hibernation mode options Y ou can place the computer into Hibernation mode b y either pressing the po wer button or clo sing the display pan el. Y ou can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into Hibernation mode.
91 Getting Started T urning off the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting again from Hibernation mode T o start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the po wer but ton until the on/off light glo ws green. The computer returns to the screen (s) you were using.
92 Getting Started T urning of f the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Click the TOSHIB A Po wer Sav er icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab . 4 Select Standby for the options you w ant. ❖ When I press the po wer button Set this option to Standby if you want the computer to go into Standb y mode when you press the po wer bu tton.
93 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Closing the display panel After you ha v e turned of f the computer , close the display panel to k eep dust and dirt out of the computer . Caring for your computer This section gi ves tips on cleaning and mo ving your computer .
94 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a computer lock Y ou may want to secure you r computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. F or more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.
95 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 2 Learning t he Basics This chapter giv es some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Sa ve your w o rk frequ ently . Y our work stays in the computer’ s temporary memory until you sa ve it to the disk.
96 Learning the Basics Computing tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Back up your f iles to disks (or other remov able media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put of f back ing up because it takes time.
97 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the keyboard Y our computer’ s keyboard cont ains character keys, control ke ys, function k ey s, and special W indo ws ® ke ys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard.
98 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y our computer’ s key board has only one Enter and one Ctrl key . Most of the time, this does not matter . Howe ver , some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, o r to the re gular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized k eyboard.
99 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Windows special keys (Sample Illustration ) W indows special keys Y our computer’ s keyboard has two keys that ha ve special functio.
100 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogr am 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay ke ys. T o turn the numeric o verlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously .
101 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Use W indows ® Explorer or My Computer to locat e the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box The ne xt three sections e xplain how to start a program from the Start menu, Explorer and the Run dialog box.
102 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogr am 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu, you can start it from W indows ® Explorer . Windo ws ® Explorer gi ves you a vie w of your computer’ s contents as a hierarc h y or “tree.
103 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting a program from the Run dialog box This e xample us es the Run comm and to start W ordPa d: 1 Click Start , and then Run . The Run dialog box appears. (Sample Imag e) Run dialo g box 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you kno w the program’ s location, type the command line.
104 Learning the Basics Saving your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer , save your w o rk on the hard disk dri v e, diskette, flash media, o r CD.
105 Learning the Basics Saving your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to gi ve it a f ile name. (Sample Imag e) Save As dialo g box 2 Choose the dri ve and folder where y ou want yo ur f ile to be stored.
106 Learning the Basics Printing your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a file extension Most programs assign an e x tension t o the f ile name that identifies the f ile as being cr eated in the program with a particular format. F or ex ample, Microsoft W ord sa ves f iles with a .
107 Learning the Basics Backing up your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o print a f ile: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now . 2 In your W indows ® application, click File , an d then Pri nt . The program displays a Pr int dialog box. (Sample Imag e) Print dialo g box 3 Specify the print parameters.
108 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 HINT : Backing up all the files on you r hard disk may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. Y ou may prefer to use a high-capacity backup syste m, such as an external hard drive.
109 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: Y our optical dr ive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another reg ion, the driv e will au tomatically change to play in the format of the other region.
110 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Do not pr ess the eject b utton or t urn off t he computer while th e drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damag e the disc or the drive. When the disc tray is open, be ca reful not to touch the lens or the area around it.
111 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration ) Dr ive tray fully e xtended 5 Hold the disc b y its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty , clean it as described in “Caring for CD or D VD discs” on page 116 .
112 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 7 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it clicks into place. Handle DVDs and CDs carefully , making contact only with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface of the disc.
113 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Image) W indows Media Play er scr een The W indo ws Media Player cont rol panel works much like an ordinary compact di sc player: ❖ T o play the CD or to pause, click the Play/P ause b utton.
114 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If your disc does not ru n using this method , try using an application that is associated with the media on the disc. For example, if it is a music CD, open W indows ® Media Player and use it to select and then play the CD.
115 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Removing a disc with the computer on T o remov e a disc (CD or D VD) with the computer turned on: 1 Press the eject button on the dri ve. Do not press the eject button while the in-use in dicator light is glowing.
116 Learning the Basics T oshiba’s online r esour ces 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Caring for CD or DVD discs ❖ Store your discs in thei r original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Do not bend a disc or place heav y objects on top of it.
117 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Chapter 3 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 lo w-po wer suspension mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving ener gy and saving money in the process.
118 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Battery Notice Battery life may v ary consid erably from specificat ions depending on product model, conf iguration, .
119 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 The R T C battery po wers the R TC m emory that stores your system configuration set tings and the current time and date information. It maintains this information for up t o a month while the computer is turned off.
120 Mobile Computing Char ging batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can u se it to po wer the computer . Never leave batteries in the batter y charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the batter y .
121 Mobile Computing Char ging batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 The battery may not start char gi ng immediately under the follo wing conditions: ❖ The battery is e xtremely hot or cold. T o ensure that the battery ch arges to its full capacity , wait until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 de grees Fahrenheit, 10 to 26 degrees Celsius).
122 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 If the R TC battery is low , the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop w orking. T o recharge the R TC battery , pl ug the computer into a li ve electrical outlet and leav e the computer po wered on for 24 hours.
123 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC po wer supply . Disconnect the AC power cord/cab le and remove the ba ttery pack.
124 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Determining remaining batter y power Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the co mputer before tr ying to monitor the remaining batter y power . The computer needs this time to check the batter y’ s remaining capacity and perform its calculations.
125 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs lo w you can : ❖ Plug the computer into an external po.
126 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Conser ving battery power Ho w long a fully char ged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depend s on a number .
127 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Power Profiles Y ou can choose a predef ined Po wer Prof ile or select your o wn combinatio n of po wer management op tions. T o do this: 1 Click Start , Contr ol Panel , P erf ormance and Maintenance , and then TOS HI B A Powe r S aver .
128 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile Y ou may use a hot ke y to set the Power Prof ile. T o set the Po wer Prof ile: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the Po wer Prof ile pop-up windo w .
129 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Changing the main batter y When your main battery has run ou t of po wer , you ha ve tw o options: plug in the A C adapto r or install a charged main battery .
130 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlock ed position. (Sample Illustration) Unloc k ing the battery r elease lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery . 7 Pull the discharg ed battery out of the computer .
131 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 If the batter y is leaking o r its case is cracked , put on protective gloves to handle it, and d iscard it immediately . Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulati ons.
132 Mobile Computing T aking car e of your battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 3 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. (Sample Illustration) Loc king the battery r elease lock 4 T urn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables that were remov ed in step 3 of “Removing the battery from the com puter” on page 129 .
133 Mobile Computing T aking care of your battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 ❖ Do not ov erchar ge or re v erse charge a battery . Overchar ging wi ll shorten its life, and re verse char ging could damage it. ❖ A void touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object.
134 Mobile Computing T aking car e of your battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 2 Disconnect the A C adap tor and turn on the computer’ s po wer . If it does not turn on, go to step 4 .
135 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on usage. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you h a ve fully recharged the battery .
136 Mobile Computing T raveling tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 T oshiba is dedicated to preserving the en vironment by sponsoring Call2Recycle, a program of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation. F or more information and for drop-off locations, visit www .
137 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 4 Exploring Y o ur Computer’ s Features In this chapter , you will explor e some of the special features of your notebook compu ter . Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for ev erything you can do in the W indows ® operatin g system.
138 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Explorin g the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Finding your way around the desktop Y our computer’ s desktop includes se veral standard feat ures: icons, Start b utton, T askbar , System tray , and backgro und pattern.
139 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Exploring the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Recycle Bin — Hold s files y ou ha ve deleted. Y ou may be able to retrie ve these f iles until you empty the Recycle Bin.
140 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T askbar Each time you open a pro gram, a b utton associated with that program appears on the T askbar . With some programs, a button appears on the T askbar for each docume nt or windo w you open.
141 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Determining the COM port Y our modem (a vailable on certain mo dels) is connected to one of the computer’ s COM (communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is COM3.
142 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The W indo ws operating sy stem communicates with the modem and displa ys identifying information reported by the modem. If th e W indows op erating system cannot communicate with the mode m, it displays an error message.
143 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 1 Plug one end of a telep hone cable (purchased separately) into the modem port on the right side of the computer . (Sample Illustration) Connectin g the telephone cable to the modem port 2 Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack.
144 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 No w you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet.
145 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 How to disable the Ethernet LAN port When your computer starts, W i ndows attempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server . If the computer is not connected to a netw ork, it may pause a fe w minutes as it waits for a reply .
146 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y our system may come with an optional wireless LAN module. This is a technolo gy that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment, and ca n connect many dif ferent kinds of electronic de vices without the need fo r cables.
147 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Internet The Internet is an associ ation of thousands of networks and millions of computers around the world connected b y communications lines. They all w ork together to share information.
148 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting to the Internet T o connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A modem and teleph one lin e, o.
149 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet , the W eb browser displ ays a home page, for e xample, your IS P’ s home page on the Internet or your compan y’ s W eb site home page.
150 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Internet ne ws groups A ne ws group is similar to a chat room, but instead of using a dedicated site to.
151 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Explorin g audio feat ur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer . 2 Click Start , All Pr ograms , Accessories , Entertainment , and then Sound Recorder . (Sample Imag e) Sound Recor der scr een 3 Click the Record b utton.
152 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using external speakers or headphones Y our computer is equipped w ith a full stereo sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headph ones or a pair of e x ternal stereo speakers.
153 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using PC Cards TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard (or later). Other cards may work with your computer , but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use.
154 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 When the ca rd is almost all the w ay into the slot, push firmly b ut gently to ensure a firm connection with the computer . Do not force the card into position. Removing a PC Card Be sure to disable the PC Card prior to removing it.
155 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using an Expr essCar d™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Grasp the edges of the PC Ca rd and slide it out of the slot. (Sample Illustra tion) Removing a PC Car d Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them.
156 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using an Expr essCar d™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o insert an ExpressCard: 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot just above the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer .
157 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Grasp the edges of the ExpressCar d and slide it out of the slot.
158 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Inserting memor y media The follo wing instructions appl y to all types of su pported media de vices. 1 T urn the media so that the c ontacts (metal areas) are face down.
159 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using the i.LINK® port 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Remo ving memory media Do not remove memory media wh ile data is bei ng written or read. Even when the Windows message “copying.
160 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using an e xpansion device 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using an expansion device The expansion port is used to connect your computer to an expansi on de vice. This is an e xcellent in ve stment if you are using your computer bo th in and out of the of fice.
161 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 5 T oshiba Utilities Y our computer includes se veral ut ilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. T ogether , the se allo w you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change def ault options.
162 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Assist 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ TOSHIB A Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIB A Button Controls ❖ CD/D VD Driv e Acoustic Silencer ❖ T rusted Platform Module (TPM) ❖ T osh.
163 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Assist 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The T OSHIB A Assist offers four categori es of options: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect & Fix ❖ Optimize Connect The features av .
164 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Assist 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Secure The features av ailable in this category are: ❖ User password ❖ Supervisor password (Sample Imag e) T OSHIB A Assist window – .
165 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Assist 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Protect & Fix The features av ailable in this category are: ❖ TOSHIB A PC Diagnostic T ool Utility ❖ TOSHIB A HDD Protection Utilit.
166 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Assist 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Optimize The features av ailable in this category are: ❖ Hotkey assignment using Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIB A SD™ Memory Card Fo rmat Utility.
167 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Application Installer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIB A Application Insta ller allo ws you to reinstall the driv ers and applications that were originally b undled with your computer .
168 T oshiba Utilities Setting passwor ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting passwords Setting a password lets you w a lk aw ay from your computer , secure in the kno wledge that nobody can access your files. When you set a pa ssword, you must enter the passw ord before you can work on your computer again.
169 T oshiba Utilities Setting passwor ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o unlock your system, press an y ke y or touch the p ointing device and the W indows ® Logon screen will appear .
170 T oshiba Utilities Using a supervisor or u ser passwor d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a super visor or user password A supervisor passw ord pre vents o ther users from changing hardware conf iguration options.
171 T oshiba Utilities Using a supervisor or user passwor d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Select the Supervisor P assword icon. 4 Click Set . 5 Enter your password then enter it again to v e rify .
172 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A PC Diagnostic T ool Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic T o ol Utility This utility can help diagnose problems with de vices in your computer . Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help.
173 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A HDD Pr otection Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility The TOSHIB A HDD Protection utility controls your computer’ s hard disk drive (HDD) protection feature, which parks the HDD whene ver motion is detected on the computer .
174 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Fn-esse ® Desktop shortcuts and T o shiba’ s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, do cuments, and folders from within any W indo ws ® program without using the Start menu.
175 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The keys are color -coded as follo ws: ❖ A vailable ke ys are dark gray with white letters. ❖ Assigned ke ys and ke ys associated with a popup list are sho wn on the Fn-esse k eyboard in the selected color .
176 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key T o assign a ke y to open a program or document: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 Perform one of the follo wing: ❖ Using the keyboard, press and hold the Fn key , t hen press the desired assign ment ke y .
177 T oshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Making a popup assignment 1 Select Pop u p to display the Application Explorer dialog box. 2 Select the desired folder . The left side of the Application Explorer windo w displays the folders in the All Programs menu.
178 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Hotke y Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility The TOSHIB A Hotke y utility allo ws you to receive a confirmation message when you us e the Hotk ey combination for Standby [ Fn+F3 ] and Hibernation [ Fn+F4 ].
179 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A SD™ Memory Car d F ormat Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TOSHIBA SD ™ Memor y Card Format Utility This utility is used to format SD ™ cards used with the Bridge Media Adapte r slot.
180 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A P ower Saver 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TOSHIBA Power Saver The TOSHIB A Po wer Sa ver is used for po wer management, enabling you to cont rol your computer’ s power usage, regardless of the source, and use the man y preset po wer prof iles, or create one yourself.
181 T oshiba Utilities TOSHI B A P ower Saver 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Preset Power Profiles The preset po wer profi les are: ❖ Full Po wer ❖ High Po wer ❖ Normal ❖ D VD Playback ❖ Presentation ❖ Long Life These prof iles cannot be delete d. It is not recommended to change the settings of these pr of iles.
182 T oshiba Utilities Mouse Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Mouse Utility The Mouse utility allo ws you to change your pointing device or mouse settings. T o access the Mouse utility: 1 Click Start , Contr ol Panel , and then Mouse , or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIB A Assist .
183 T oshiba Utilities T o s h i b a H a rd w a re S e t u p 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Adjust the settings as desired, then click OK . T oshiba Hardware Setup T oshiba Hardware Setup is the T oshiba configuration management tool available through the W in do ws ® operating system.
184 T oshiba Utilities T o s h i b a H a rd w a re S e t u p 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Parallel/Printer—Allo ws you to configure the parallel port default settings ❖ Display—Allo ws you to change v arious defa ult settings for the built-in LCD di splay When the comp uter restar ts, it remembers th e last configuration.
185 T oshiba Utilities T o s h i b a H a rd w a re S e t u p 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Boot Priority—Allo ws you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the driv es for the operating .
186 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Mobile Extension 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TOSHIBA Mobile Extension T o adjust the settings for dockin g or using the Slim SelectBay or the Adv anced Port Replic ator , use the TOSHIB A Mobile Extension utility .
187 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Zo oming Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Under the Display Change Service tab, you can set the default display co nf iguration you wish to use wh en docking the system to th e optional Adv anced Port Replicator III Plus.
188 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Zooming Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o access the Zooming utility: 1 Click Start , All Pr ograms , To s h i b a , Utilities , and then Zooming Utility , or click the Zooming Utility icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIB A Assist .
189 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Button Contr ols 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOSHIB A Button Controls allo w you to customize the TOSHIB A Assist and T oshiba Presentation buttons. Those buttons are l ocated to the left of the ke yboard.
190 T oshiba Utilities CD/D VD Drive Acoustic Silencer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer This utility can slo w the speed of your optical dri ve to mak e it run more quietly . Y ou can use this utility to make listening to music CDs more enjo yable.
191 T oshiba Utilities T rusted Platform Module (TPM) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T rusted Platform Module (TPM) This section only applies to systems with TPM. Y our T oshiba computer includes the TPM (T rusted Platform Module), which is a security encryption de vice for your system’ s hard disk dri ve.
192 T oshiba Utilities T oshiba Accessibility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T oshiba Accessibility The T oshiba Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn ke y to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two k eys simultaneously as is usually required.
193 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Fingerprint Authentication Utility The fingerprint authentication utility (a v ailable on certain models) can be used to replace the keyboard-based user/ BIOS password authenticatio n system when bootin g up.
194 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 Swipe your f inger on the reader . A sample will be created and indicated by a Fingerprint icon. 7 Repeat the pre vious step. Swipe the same finger on the reader two more times to create two more samples.
195 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Error reading fingerprint —the mov ement was too f ast. Swipe your finger again at a slo wer speed. ❖ Error reading fingerprint—the movement was too short. Swipe your f inger again using a longer motion.
196 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Enabling Power -on Security Options for power -on security are displayed only if your computer supports this feature. In most configurations, po wer-on security is enabled au tomatically after the first user fingerprints are enrolled.
197 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Fingerprint Management Fingerprints are stored in memo ry during enrollment.
198 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Settings ❖ System Settings—Ope ns the Settings dialog containing v arious options for setting up the product. Most of these settings can be modified on ly b y administrators and affect all users.
199 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Password Bank The P assword Bank stores re gistration and log on information for W eb sites and dialogs, help ing to automate the task of entering this information. Y ou enter the required information only o nce, during W eb page or dialog registration.
200 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Registering a new Web page or dialog Y ou are logged on to the computer and want to register a ne w W eb page. T o create a new re gistration: 1 Display a W eb page you want to register .
201 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Replaying registrations with multiple forms Passw ord Bank re gisters forms, not pages.
202 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Select a registration. 5 Click Edit . 6 Change the v alue of an item or delete the i tem. 7 Select the A uto submit check box to su bmit the selected registration automatically afte r replaying the registration.
203 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 If other fingerprint data is still displayed on the list, hold down the Control ke y and select each f ingerprint until they are all selected, then click Remove . 5 Click OK to mak e the changes perm anent.
204 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ A void the follo wing finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may resu lt in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fi ngerprint recognition success rate.
205 T oshiba Utilities F ingerprint A uthentication Utility 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Fingerprint reader limitations ❖ The f ingerprin t reader comp ares and an alyzes the u nique characteristics in a f ingerprint.
206 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 6 If Somet hing G oes Wron g Some problems you may encounter wh en using your computer are relati v ely easy to identify and solv e. Others may require help from your netw ork administrator o r the manufacturer of the software program.
207 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems that ar e easy to f ix 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o clo se a program th at has stopped responding: 1 Press Ctrl , Alt , and Del simultan eously (once). The W ind o ws T a sk Manager windo w appears. 2 Click the Applications tab .
208 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y our program perf orms an illegal operation. If you receiv e the mes sage, “ Y our program has performed an illegal operation , ” close the windo w and continue working.
209 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you are using an A C adaptor , verify that the computer is recei ving po wer from the external po wer source b y looking at the A C power light. If the indicator is glo wing, the computer is connected to a li ve e xternal po wer source.
210 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Alw ays sa ve your data e ven when you are u sing Standb y .
211 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Connect the A C adaptor to the computer . Leave the battery out of the comp uter . T ry turning the computer on again. If the computer starts normally , the battery may need charging, may be depleted, or may be defecti ve.
212 If Someth ing Goes Wrong The W indows® operating system is not working 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 .
213 If Something Goes Wrong The W indows® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The W indows ® Adv anced Options menu displays these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode (with Netw o.
214 If Someth ing Goes Wrong The W indows® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow .
215 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu or by goi ng to pcsupport.
216 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need re sources to accomplish a task. A de vice, such as a disk driv e or a modem, needs a channe l to the computer’ s Central Processing Unit (CPU).
217 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you install an older (legacy) de vice that the operating system cannot recognize, t he operating sy stem may ha ve diff iculty assigning resources to it. As a result, a hardware conflict can occur .
218 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling a device 1 Click Start , Control Pa nel , then click Perf ormance and Maintenance . 2 Click the Administrativ e T ools icon. 3 Double-click Computer Management , then click Device Manager .
219 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 5 T o vie w the properties, double-click the de vice. The operating system displa ys the De vice Properties dialog box, wh ich pro vides an array of tabs. The y may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about the de vice.
220 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Reinstall the memory module, follo wing the instructions in “Installing a memory module” on page 54 , and making sure the module is seated properly . 5 Check for the error again.
221 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The A C adaptor and po wer cord/cable work corr ectly , bu t the battery will not charge. The battery does not char ge while the co mputer is consuming full po wer . T r y turning of f the computer .
222 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 After a period of time, the ba ttery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity an d will need to be replaced.
223 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Nothing happens when y ou pr ess the keys on the external k eyboard.
224 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ T ry adjusting the contrast and brightness con trols on the external monitor . ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen.
225 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Adjust the screen resolu tion and/or color quality . 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 .
226 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Error -checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories , f iles and File Allocation T able (F A T) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds. T o run Error-checking: 1 Click Start , then click My Computer .
227 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y o ur data f iles are damaged or corrupted. Refer to your software docu mentation for f ile reco very procedures. Many softw are packages automatically create backup files.
228 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Optical drive problems Y ou cannot access a disc in the drive. If the optical dri ve is an external dri ve, make sure that the driv e’ s cable is properly connected to the computer .
229 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Some discs run correctly b ut others do not. Check the type of disc you are usin g. The optical dri ve supports the Digital V ersatile Disc (D VD) formats D VD ± R, DV D ± R W , and D VD RAM, plus the CD formats CD-Recordable (CD-R) and CD-Re writable (CD-R W).
230 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of de vices, such as a remov able hard disk, additional memory , or a pager . Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of ne w cards.
231 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defecti ve PC Card slips through quality control.
232 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The computer stops working (hangs) when y ou insert a PC Card . The problem may be cause d b y an I/O (input/output) conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another de vice in the system.
233 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected. If the card is attached to an external de vice, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card’ s documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section .
234 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The printer will not print what y ou see on the scr een. Many programs display informa tion on the screen dif ferently from the way the y print it. See if your program has a print pre vie w mode.
235 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Wireless networking problems This section provides general troubleshootin g tips for networking problems, specifica lly wireless (Wi-Fi) networking. The terms and conc epts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users.
236 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Check the Control Panel’ s Device Manager to v erify that the W i-Fi adapter is r ecognized by W indows ® , and that the dri v er is loaded.
237 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har d war e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Click Start , then click Run... ❖ Enter Cmd and press Enter . ❖ Enter PING 192.168.1.1 at the command prompt, and press Enter . ❖ If “Request T imed Out” or another error message appears in response, then the problem is probably W i-Fi-related.
238 If Someth ing Goes Wrong D VD operating pr oblems 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Windo ws XP wir eless management facility does not wor k. If you are using an e xternal W i-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter , or othe r v ariet y), check if the adapter comes with its o wn management utility .
239 If Something Goes Wrong D V D oper ating pr oblems 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 5 V erify that your computer re cognizes your optical drive by double-clicking the My Computer icon on the desktop.
240 If Someth ing Goes Wrong D VD operating pr oblems 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 D VD titles, games, or applic ations appear distorted. Havi ng Stretch enabled when your video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 60 0 can cause distortion. T o disable Stretch, follo w the instructions belo w: 1 Right-click the Desktop , select Pr operties .
241 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Develop good computing habits Sa ve y our work frequently . Y ou can ne ver predict when your computer will lock, forcing you to close a progra m and lose unsav ed changes.
242 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Get familiar with all the user’ s guides prov ided with your computer , as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchase.
243 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 In the Restore point description f i eld, enter a name that is descripti ve enough to be easily understood in the future, such as “Before installing Brand X Accounting app.
244 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP The most valuable component of your computer system is the data that you create and sto re on its hard dri ve.
245 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Documents and other data files that y ou create as you work are typically stored in the My Documents folder .
246 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Favorites (bookmarks) for Internet Explorer Follo w these steps to back up your Fa v orites for Internet Explorer (v er 5.0 or ne wer): 1 In Internet Explorer , click File , Import and Export .
247 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 General tips for installin g hardware and software Here are a fe w tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of ne w hardw are (printers, pointing de vices, e xternal hard dri ves, D VD write rs, scanners, etc.
248 If Someth ing Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Do one installation at a time. If yo u ha ve se veral ne w items to add to your computer system, install just one at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before each successi ve installation.
249 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ If the problem occurs wh ile you are running a program, consult the program’ s docume ntation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the soft ware co mpan y’ s technical support group for their assistance.
250 If Someth ing Goes Wrong Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Information about what yo u were doing when the problem occurred ❖ Exact error mes sages and wh en the y occ.
251 If Something Goes Wrong T oshiba’ s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 For more information on ad ditional T o shiba w orldwide locations, please visit: www .
252 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys th at, wh en pr essed in combination with the Fn ke y , turn system functions on and of f. Hot keys ha ve a legend on the ke y indicating the option or feature the k e y controls. V olume Mute Fn + This hot ke y enables/disables v olume mute on your computer .
253 Hot Keys P asswor d security 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Password security Without a password The Fn + F1 ke y combination turns of f the display and activ ates instant security . Using the pointing device or an y ke y will mak e the display’ s content reappear , if no password is set for the current user .
254 Hot Keys P asswor d security 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 3 If you clicked Choose a screen sa ver , the Sc reen Sa ver tab has already been selected . If it is not selected, click the Scr een Sa ver tab . 4 Click the On resume, passw ord protected check box.
255 Hot Keys P ower pr of ile 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Power profile Standby mode Fn + This hot ke y displays the power prof ile pop-up window and c ycles through the power prof iles. (Sample Imag e) P ower pr of iles The properties of each po we r prof ile are set in the TOSHIB A Power Sa ver utility .
256 Hot Keys Hibernation mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Hibernation mode Fn + This hot ke y places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays b y default to conf irm the computer is entering Hibernation mode.
257 Hot Keys Display modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Display modes Display brightness Fn + This hot ke y cycles through the po wer -on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display only .
258 Hot Keys Disabling or enab ling wir eless devices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Disabling or enabling wireless devices Disabling or enabling the T o uchPad Fn + This hot ke y informs you when the W ireless antenna on-of f switch is in the of f position.
259 Hot Keys Zooming applications in/out 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2 Zooming applications in/out Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot ke y turns the Zooming utility to zoom-out. For more information, see “TOSHIB A Zooming Utility” on page 187 . Fn + This hot ke y turns the Zo oming utility to zoom-in.
260 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix B P o wer Cord/Cable C o nnector s Y our notebook compu ter features a uni versal po wer supply you can use worldwide. This appendix sho ws the shapes of the typical A C power cord/ cable connectors for va rious parts of the world.
261 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix C Using ConfigFree ™ with your T oshiba Computer All references to Bluetooth ® in this appendix are applicable only if Bluetooth is availab le on your system. ConfigFree ™ is a set of utilities that mak es it easy to control communication de vices and network connections.
262 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Getting Started 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Search for W ireless Devices—The Search for W ireless De vices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth ® de vices used in the neigh borhood, and displ ays information about them on a virtual map.
263 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Getting Started 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Press the TOSHIB A Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the T OSHIB A Assist, and then click the ConfigFr ee icon. ❖ Click the Conf igFree icon on the T askbar , and then click the desired utility .
264 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Image) Conf igF ree Laun c her A uto-hide mode setting (Sample Imag e) Conf igF ree Laun cher c.
265 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Access points The Connecti vity Doctor displa ys the f ollo wing information: ❖ WEP (Used, not U.
266 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Imag e) V iewing de vice information If a problem or potential problem is dete cted, in most cases, a screen automatically dis plays sho win g you the possible cause and solution for the problem.
267 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The follo wing checkboxes and b u tt ons are pro vided on the Connecti vity Doctor screen: Stay on the task tray When check ed, the Conf igFree icon resides in the system tray .
268 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Search for Wireless Devices The Search for W ireless De vices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth ® de vices currently used in the neighborhood, and displays in formation about them on a virtual map.
269 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Search for W ireless De vices feature identifies if a de vice is IEEE 802.11a, b, or g. It also inclu des an option to displ ay hidden access point a vailability .
270 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Image) Drag ging a device to the Access P oint (Sample Image) W ir eless settings screen 3 Enter the SSID/WEP inform ation an d connect to the device.
271 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Creating a detected device wireless connection The follo wing screen sho ws an example of Bluetooth ® de vices that are detected using the Search f or Wir eless Devices option.
272 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Imag e) Dr ag ging the f ile to the Bluetooth ® device icon T o be prompted for the de vice: 1 Drag and drop the file to the Bluetooth ® radar icon on the ConfigFree Launcher .
273 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Image) Selectin g Send to Bluetooth ® Devices option 2 Choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send . During a file transfe r , conne cting and disconnecting to the selected device will occur automatically .
274 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 A profile contains the currently configured netw ork settings on the computer , as well as information about an y network de vices.
275 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 7 Click Change Icon and select an icon for this prof ile. 8 Click the icon at the botto m of the screen to display more capture options. 9 Under Captured Items , select th e items you w ant to capture for this profi le.
276 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Image) Expanded Add Pr ofile scr een The online Help pro vides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments.
277 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is a con venient way to share files with other users and to transfer f iles between your computers at home and at w ork.
278 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Image) User s attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one us er or all users attending the meeting. ❖ T o share a file with one user , drag and drop the f ile on the user’ s icon.
279 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ T o share a file with all users, drag the f ile to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as desired.
280 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Select the appropriate users and in vite them to the SUMMIT meeting.
281 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T oshiba Wireless Projector The Quick Connect feature switches the W ireless LAN connection to connect to a T o shiba W ireless Projector .
282 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 (Sample Imag e) Pr ojector icon when connected with Quic k Connect If the wireless mode for the wi reless setting is set for 5 GHz (802.11a), Quick Co nnect chan ges this mode to 2.
283 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Utilit ies 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Direct Link T oshiba Device When Access Point is not a v ailable, use the Direct Link T oshiba Device feature to conn ect your computer in Ad Hoc (peer -to-peer) mod e and use the Summit feature .
284 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Using the Au tomatic Switc h 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allo ws the computer to automatically switch profiles th e ne xt time it is po wered on.
285 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Semi-A utomatic Switc h F eatur e 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature al erts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notificat ion windo w appears.
286 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Glossar 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.
287 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).
288 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 RFI radio frequency interference RO M read-only memory RT C real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM .
289 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 application — A computer program that yo u use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications includ e wo rd processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also pro gram . B backup — A copy of a fi le, usually on a remov able disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged.
290 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 C cache — A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for qu ick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than acces sing it from the computer’ s main memory . See also CPU cach e, L1 c ache, L 2 cach e.
291 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 CPU — See central pr ocessing unit (CPU). CPU cache — A section of v ery fa st memory re siding betw een the CPU and the computer’ s main m emory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to ex ecute commands and programs.
292 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 disk drive — The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read/write heads. diskette — A thin, flexible disk in a protecti ve jack et that stores magnetically encoded data.
293 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 executable f ile — A computer program that is ready to run. Application programs and batch files are e xamples of ex ecu table f iles. Names of ex ecutable files usually end with a .bat or .exe extension. expansion de vice — A de vice that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities.
294 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 G ground — A co nductor to which al l comp onents of an elect ric circuit are connected. It has a potential of zer o (0) volts, is connected to the earth, and is the point of refere nce for voltages in the circuit .
295 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Internet — The decentralized, w orld-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the W orl d W ide W eb, and other services. See also W o rld W ide W eb. K keyboard shortcut — A key or combination of keys that you use t o perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as a mouse.
296 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 MIDI (Musical Instrume nt Digital Interface) — A standard for connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, and com puters. The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use, and vice v ersa.
297 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 optical drive — A dri ve which reads plas tic coated discs on which information is recorded digitally and uses a laser to read data, music, or videos. P palette — See color palett e . parallel — Processes that occur simultan eous ly .
298 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 properties — The attrib utes of an object or device. F or ex ample, the properties of a file include the f ile’ s type, size, and creation date. R RAM (random access memory) — V olati le memory that can be written to as well as read.
299 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 shortcut — See k e yboar d shortcut . software — See pr ogr am. Compare ha rd w a re. Standby — A feature of some Windo ws ® operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your op en applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again.
300 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 W We b — See W orld W ide W eb . Wi- Fi — A registered trademark term of the W i-Fi Alliance that stands for W ireless Fidelity , and is anot her term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connect ion using wireless communication components.
301 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Index A A C adaptor 47 AC p ow e r connecting adaptor 49 accessories docking solutions 160 memory 54 adding memory 54 adjusting record ing quality 151 Alt ke ys 98 audio fil .
302 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 charging the battery 50 checking device properties 218 click 76 communications network connection 144 set up 140 system resources 216 compact disc positioning 111 compa.
303 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 210 , 227 problem with display settings/ current settings not wor king with hardware 224 program has performed an illegal operation 208 warning resume failure 209 Error.
304 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 mouse 81 instant passwords, using 168 Internet bookmarked site not found 214 connecting to 148 features 149 slow connection 213 surfing 149 uploading and downloading fi.
305 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 P password deleting a supervisor 171 disabling a user 169 supervisor set up 170 types 168 passwords instant, using 168 setting 168 PC Card checklist 231 CIS (Card Infor.
306 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 keyboard not responding 209 missing files /trouble accessing a disk 225 modem not recei ving or transmitting 234 no sound 229 non-system disk or disk error 210 , 227 PC.
307 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 from Standby 92 Startup menu problem solving 212 supervisor password, deleting 171 supervisor password, set up 170 system tray 140 T Ta s k b a r 140 telephone line con.
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