Page 1 User’s Guide If you need assistance: ® InTouch Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see guide. TOSHIBA 5105 Series ® Chapter 9 on page 223 in this C6610-1002M2...
Page 2 If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE.
Page 3: Fcc Notice
: Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's serial port, parallel port, monitor port, video jack, USB port, PS/2 port and microphone jack.
Page 4: Type Of Service
Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Page 5: If Problems Arise
FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba.
Page 6: Wireless Interoperability
USOC RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖...
Page 7: Wireless Lan And Your Health
Regulatory Information The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.
Page 8: Interference Statement
The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Page 9 Approved Countries for use This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries in Fig.1. Australia Canada France Iceland Japan Netherlands Poland Sweden Fig. 1 Caution: Do not use this equipment except in the countries in Fig.1. CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-ROM/CD-RW Safety Instructions The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives employ a laser system.
Page 10 This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
Page 11 Sony Corporation. SPANworks 2000 is a trademark of SPANworks, U.S.A. Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Toshiba under license. cPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.
Page 12 Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org.
Page 13: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ...23 This guide ... 23 Safety icons ... 24 Other icons used... 25 Other documentation ... 25 Service options ... 26 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ... 27 Making sure you have everything ... 27 Front with the display closed ... 28 Back ...
Page 14 Contents Creating a computer-friendly environment... 40 Keeping yourself comfortable ... 41 Precautions... 44 Setting up your computer ... 45 Installing additional memory (optional) ... 46 Connecting a mouse ... 50 Connecting a printer ... 50 Using external display devices ... 51 Directing the display output when you Adjusting the quality of the external display...
Page 15 ® Windows special keys... 84 Overlay keys... 84 Emulating a full-size keyboard ... 86 TOSHIBA Console button ... 86 Starting a program... 87 Saving your work ... 87 Printing your work ... 88 Using diskettes ... 89 Inserting and removing diskettes... 90 Caring for diskettes...
Page 16 Going into Stand By mode more quickly... 112 Starting again from Stand By ... 113 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ... 114 Toshiba’s energy-saver design ... 114 Running the computer on battery power ... 114 Using additional batteries ... 115 Battery safety precautions... 115 Maximizing battery life...
Page 17 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows Operating System ... 127 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ... 127 Finding your way around the desktop ... 128 Windows Lesson 2: Using the cPad and control buttons together ... 131 Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet ... 135 Lesson 4: Creating a new document ...
Page 18 Connecting to the Internet ... 172 Surfing the Internet... 173 Internet features... 173 Uploading and downloading files Toshiba’s online resources... 174 Exploring video features ... 174 Viewing presentations or DVD movies Transferring and editing video data ... 176 Playing DVDs ... 176 Exploring audio features ...
Page 19 Removing a SmartMedia card... 184 Using SD (Secure Digital) cards... 185 Inserting a SD (Secure Digital) card... 185 Removing a SD (Secure Digital) card... 185 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities ... 186 TOSHIBA Accessibility ... 186 Fn-esse ... 187 Starting Fn-esse... 188 Assigning a key to a program or document ...
Page 20 Contents Using the WinDVD control panel... 205 Using the control panel playback buttons ... 206 Maximizing the video window ... 208 Using playlists ... 209 Creating playlists ... 209 Loading and playing playlists... 210 Resuming normal playback Customizing WinDVD... 211 Setting general properties...
Page 21 Develop good computing habits ... 252 If you need further assistance... 253 Before you call ... 253 Contacting Toshiba ... 253 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ... 255 Appendix A: Hot Keys... 259 Volume Mute... 259 Instant password security... 260 Without a password ...
Page 22 Contents Appendix C: Video Modes... 268 Your computer’s video modes ... 269 Table 1 Video modes (VGA) ... 269 Table 2 Video modes (XGA) ... 270 Table 3 Video modes (Ultra XGA)... 272 Glossary ... 275 Index ... 291...
Page 23: Introduction
Home operating system or the Microsoft Professional operating system. This guide contains information on both operating systems and how they function with your Toshiba computer. For specific information on the software, see the Microsoft booklet that shipped with the computer.
Page 24: Safety Icons
Introduction Safety icons If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most. Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal...
Page 25: Other Icons Used
Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery CDs. ❖ Toshiba Accessories Information, which lists accessories available from Toshiba and explains how to order them. ❖ The Microsoft explains the features of the operating system. Other documentation ®...
Page 26: Service Options
Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its ® SelectServ warranty programs. For more information, visit Toshiba’s Web site at If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Something Goes Wrong” on page toshiba.com.
Page 27: Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around
Chapter 1 Finding Your Way 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. Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you received everything.
Page 28: Front With The Display Closed
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed Optional wireless antenna on-off switch On those systems with Wi-Fi wireless antenna on-off switch turns the computer’s wireless antenna on or off. The infrared port allows cable-free communication with another device, such as a computer or printer, that has a compatible infrared port.
Page 29: Back
Back USB ports Video /audio line jack The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors.
Page 30: Right Side
Finding Your Way Around Right side The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area Ether network using a 10/100 Ethernet link. The cooling vents prevent the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed.
Page 31: Left Side
The eject button opens the drive tray. The volume control dial lets you adjust the loudness of the system speakers. The 3.5 mm headphone/S/PDIF Digital Optical out lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices, such as external speakers. Connecting other devices automatically disables the internal speakers.
Page 32 Finding Your Way Around Left side The cooling vent helps keep your computer at an optimum temperature. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure you don’t block the cooling vents. The RGB (monitor) port allows you to connect an external monitor.
Page 33: Front With The Display Open
Front with the display open CD/DVD control buttons 259. enables you to move the cursor with the stroke “Application Launcher button” on page Screen Internet button Keyboard indicator panel Speaker TOSHIBA Console button Keyboard Palm rest Secondary control button System indicator panel key, activate...
Page 34 The lights on the keyboard indicator panel provide information about various keyboard functions. For details, “Keyboard indicator panel” on page The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a full- size keyboard.
Page 35: Keyboard Indicator Panel
Keyboard indicator panel The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key.
Page 36: System Indicator Panel
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open System indicator panel The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an external power source. The on/off light glows green when the computer is on. The light glows amber when the computer is in Stand By mode. The battery light indicates the main battery’s current charge.
Page 37: Cd/Dvd Control Buttons
CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons near the display latch are for playing CDs and DVDs. The mode button enables the user to toggle between two modes: digital mode, signified by musical notes graphic on the Sub LCD; and CD mode, signified by a CD disc graphic on the Sub LCD.
Page 38: Underside
Finding Your Way Around Underside The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. Press the button again to eject the disc. Underside Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover *Optional Subwoofer speaker Modem cover Battery cover Battery release latch The modem cover protects the built-in modem. The subwoofer speaker allows the user to hear bass sounds.
Page 39 Finding Your Way Around Underside The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. The hard disk drive cover protects the computer’s hard disk drive.
Page 40: Chapter 2: Getting Started
Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations.
Page 41: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba authorized service provider. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers.
Page 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be no higher than eye level. ❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the screen.
Page 43 ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores. ❖ Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you work.
Page 44: Precautions
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.
Page 45: Setting Up Your Computer
❖ Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is being used. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period.
Page 46: Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
Getting Started Setting up your computer To register your computer online, or to sign up for an Internet account, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. See “Connecting the modem” on page Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: ❖...
Page 47 If the computer is on, click Start, Turn Off Computer. The Turn off computer window appears. Click Turn Off. The operating system turns off the computer. Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. Remove the battery. Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover to the empty memory slot.
Page 48 Getting Started Setting up your computer Removing the memory slot cover screws Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up.
Page 49 Inserting the memory module CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. Replace the memory slot cover. Replace the screws and tighten them. Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed.
Page 50: Connecting A Mouse
Getting Started Connecting a mouse Removing a memory module Follow steps 1 through 6 in memory (optional)” on page Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up. Gently pull the memory module diagonally out of the slot.
Page 51: Using External Display Devices
See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps, or see Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: Turn off the computer.
Page 52: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Built-in display panel and external video device simultaneously ❖ Other external video device only Release the TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties box in the Control Panel. Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your external display device, you may need to adjust the video settings.
Page 53: Connecting An External Diskette Drive
or 800 x 600, the image on the internal display panel may appear stretched. Connecting an external diskette drive To use diskettes with your computer, you first need to attach a USB-compatible external diskette drive. These external drives hold 3.5-inch diskettes. An external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer’s USB ports.
Page 54 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter power light on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: Connect the power cable to the AC adapter. Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN jack on the back of the computer.
Page 55: Charging The Battery
Doing so may cause an electric shock. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet.
Page 56: Using The Computer For The First Time
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time For more information on battery use, see computer on battery power” on page CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time.
Page 57 If you have a printer connected to your computer, turn on the printer and wait until the printer indicates that it is ready (on line). Turn on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard. Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time, don’t turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely.
Page 58: Activating The Power-On Password
To activate the power-on password: Press the TOSHIBA Console button. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. For more information see Click Security. Click User password. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 59: Using The Cpad
If you forget your power-on password and therefore can’t turn on your computer, take your computer to a Toshiba authorized service center for help. After the third incorrect password submission, the system automatically shuts down.
Page 60 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample cPad in pointing device mode To move the cursor, do the following: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your finger forward on the cPad. ❖...
Page 61 Using the computer for the first time To minimize and maximize the active window: ❖ Tap the icon in the top-right corner of the cPad display screen to maximize the window ❖ Tap the icon in the bottom-right corner of the cPad display screen to minimize the window To summon a program pull-down menu, tap the icon in the upper-left corner of the cPad display screen.
Page 62 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Mouse Properties window Make the desired changes. Click Apply, then OK. Primary and secondary control buttons The control buttons are below the cPad and are used like the buttons on a mouse. The primary control button is the button on the left and corresponds to the left mouse button.
Page 63 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Application Launcher button The Application Launcher button is located below the cPad, between the primary and secondary control buttons. It enables you to call up a menu on the cPad display. The menu contains a list of applications (programs) ready for launch with the tap of a finger.
Page 64 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Understanding the cPad display in launch mode Programs ready for launching are represented by an icon on the cPad display. The top row on the display is reserved for program icons comprising the default setting. Sample cPad in application launch mode Succeeding rows are filled with the icons of programs you choose to load into the cPad display for launching.
Page 65 Using the computer for the first time ❖ Signature pad, which allows you to create characters in the cPad display. ❖ Small Display Properties, which allows you to customize cPad display functions. Unlike programs you choose to load on the cPad display for launching, these programs cannot be deleted from the cPad display.
Page 66 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Toggle the input mode button on the cPad display so that it shows either a pencil, if you are going to write with your finger, or “ABC” if you are going to type using the keyboard.
Page 67 Open the Small Display Properties window in one of the following ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double-click the Small Display Properties icon. ❖ With the Application Launcher open, tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad display.
Page 68 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Small Display Properties with Background tab displayed Select a background. The selected background appears in the preview window. Click OK. The new background appears on the cPad display.
Page 69 To add programs to the Application Launcher: Open the Small Display Properties window in one of the following ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double-click the Small Display Properties icon. ❖ With the Application Launcher open, tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad display.
Page 70 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Small Display Properties window with Application Launcher tab displayed Click the Add button. The Open window appears with the programs on your computer’s desktop. Select the program you want and press the Open button.
Page 71 Using the computer for the first time Sample Small Display Properties window with new program highlighted An icon of the selected program appears in the preview window of the Small Display Properties window. Close the Small Display Properties window. The icon has automatically been added to the cPad display.
Page 72 To change icons: Open the Small Display Properties window in one of the following ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double-click the Small Display Properties icon. ❖ With the Application Launcher open, tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad display.
Page 73 To delete a program from the Launcher: Open the Small Display Properties window in one of the following ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double-click the Small Display Properties icon. ❖ With the Application Launcher open, tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad display.
Page 74: Setting Up Your Software
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time ❖ Click the cPad icon in your computer’s system tray and select Small Display Properties from the pull-down menu. The Small Display Properties window appears on your computer’s main display. Press the Help button. The Help window appears.
Page 75: Completing Installation
❖ Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to- date with information about new products and upgrades, and also extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at no charge to you. NOTE: For you to register online, your computer’s modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line.
Page 76: Setting Up A Printer
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Setting up a printer If you started your computer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically. If this is not the case, then you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer.
Page 77: Setting Up The Fax Function
The Add Printer Wizard window appears. Sample Add Printer Wizard Follow the instructions. HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference. Setting up the fax function Your system’s auto-receive fax function default setting is disabled.
Page 78: Turning Off The Computer
Right-click the fax icon. Click Properties from the drop-down menu. Click the Device tab. Under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem AMR, highlight Receive and click the auto option. To disable the auto-receive function, repeat steps 1-4. But under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem AMR, highlight Receive and click the disable option.
Page 79: Caring For Your Computer
Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or through Toshiba’s Web site at Getting Started Caring for your computer “Powering down the computer”...
Page 80: Using A Computer Lock
Getting Started Caring for your computer Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable. PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable To secure the computer: Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy...
Page 81: Chapter 3: Learning The Basics
Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working.
Page 82: Using The Keyboard
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable storage media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
Page 83: Character Keys
Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable.
Page 84: Windows ® Special Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ® Windows special keys ® Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary (or right mouse) control button.
Page 85 Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on.
Page 86: Emulating A Full-Size Keyboard
For further information and instructions, see “Assigning a key to a program or document” on page TOSHIBA Console button The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to some common functions. When the default setting is active, the TOSHIBA Console button brings up the TOSHIBA Console.
Page 87: Starting A Program
Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options: ❖...
Page 88: Printing Your Work
Learning the Basics Printing your work To save: ❖ A file you are updating, open the program’s File menu and click Save. ❖ A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a name for the file, and click OK. HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name.
Page 89: Using Diskettes
Learning the Basics Using diskettes Sample Print dialog box Click OK to print. Using diskettes The 3.5-inch external diskette drive lets you use high-density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage. Diskette activity light Eject button Sample external diskette drive The diskette activity light glows while the drive is being accessed.
Page 90: Inserting And Removing Diskettes
Learning the Basics Using diskettes Inserting and removing diskettes Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface points toward the drive. Push the diskette gently into the drive slot. When the diskette is in place, the eject button pops out. To release a diskette from the external drive slot, push the eject button.
Page 91: Backing Up Your Files
❖ Never eat, smoke, or use erasers near your diskettes. Foreign particles can damage the diskette’s surface. ❖ Keep your diskettes away from sources of magnetism, such as speakers and radios, since these can destroy data. Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files to a diskette or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive.
Page 92: Playing A Cd Or Dvd
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Click the icon for the diskette drive (3 1/2 floppy [A:]). HINT: You can also back up a file to a diskette by clicking the file (or files) you want to backup with the secondary button, then pointing to Send To and clicking 3 1/2 Floppy (A:).
Page 93 Components DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Use the eject button to release the disc tray. This button requires power to operate. CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the activity light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.
Page 94: Cd/Dvd Control Buttons
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons on the front edge of the computer enable you to play audio CDs when the computer is off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on. Previous Next Mode track...
Page 95: Cd/Dvd Control And Digital Audio Control
❖ CD/DVD track time ❖ Power messages: Status SUSPEND RESET ❖ Battery level - the right side of the Sub LCD shows the battery charge level. The play/pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently playing. The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing and ejects it.
Page 96 DVD begins to play. CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM drive power is on. Digital Audio Control The operating system starts, the TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER starts and Digital Audio Data begins to play. TOSHIBA MEDIA...
Page 97: Inserting A Disc
Inserting a disc WARNING: Before playing an audio CD or a DVD, turn the volume down. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, use the volume control dial or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).
Page 98 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up. Inserting a disc CAUTION: Be careful not to touch the drive’s lens (located underneath the drive’s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.
Page 99: Playing An Audio Cd
Depending on your default setting, your CD player will be either the Windows Media MEDIA PLAYER. For information on how to set the default, please see “TOSHIBA Button Controls” on page To access the Windows Media click Windows Media Player. Rewind...
Page 100: Playing A Dvd
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD To access TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER: Click Start, then click All Programs. Select Accessories and then TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER. Next track Previous track Rewind CD mode Sample TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER Select the CD mode button to enable the CD controls.
Page 101: Viewing The Contents Of A Cd Or Dvd
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that require a lot of space, such as photographs and large presentation files.
Page 102: Removing A Disc With The Computer Off
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD Removing a disc with the computer off Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject button access hole. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.
Page 103: Using The Dvd-Rom Or Dvd-Rom/Cd-Rw Multifunction Drive
Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive Your computer may come with a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/ CD-RW multifunction drive that allows you to: ❖ Play prerecorded DVDs ❖ Play prerecorded CDs ❖ Read and write files (including music) to a CD- Recordable (CD-R) or CD-ReWritable (CD-RW) disc.
Page 104: Connecting The Modem
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications Connecting the modem Your computer comes with a built-in V.90 56K modem and a built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter. To use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade RJ11 telephone line.
Page 105: Powering Down The Computer
To set up the network connection, use the Network Setup Wizard: Click Start and point to All Programs. Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click Network Setup Wizard. Follow the on-screen instructions. The computer connects with the network. Powering down the computer When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off, Hibernation, and Stand By.
Page 106: Stand By Command
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer indefinitely. Restoring information from the hard drive takes longer than restoring it from memory. When you start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the state in which you left it. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation mode: ❖...
Page 107: Using Turn Off
❖ Restarting from Stand By mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn Off or Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using.
Page 108: Shutting Down More Quickly
You can also shut down the computer by pressing the power button or closing the display panel. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn on the feature in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears.
Page 109: Starting Again After Turn Off
❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut down when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut down when you close the display panel. Click Override all Modes with settings here.
Page 110: Going Into Hibernation Mode More Quickly
Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. Click Performance and Maintenance. Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button, then select the System Power Mode tab. Select Hibernation for the options you want.
Page 111: Starting Again From Hibernation Mode
❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernation for the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. Click Override all Modes with settings here. In the Set to range dialog box, do one of the following: ❖...
Page 112: Going Into Stand By Mode More Quickly
Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. Click Performance and Maintenance. Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button, then select the System Power Mode tab. Select Stand By for the options you want.
Page 113: Starting Again From Stand By
❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Stand By for the computer to go into Stand By mode when you close the display panel. Click Override all Modes with settings here. In the Set to range dialog box, do one of the following: ❖...
Page 114: Chapter 4: Mobile Computing
It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling.
Page 115: Using Additional Batteries
until the battery is fully discharged. Please see battery life” on page 116 continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adapter or a docking station for an extended period, more than a month, the battery may fail to retain a charge. It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the battery light may not indicate a low-battery condition.
Page 116: Maximizing Battery Life
4. Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cable to a power outlet. The DC-IN (if applicable to your system) or AC power light should glow green, and the toshiba.com...
Page 117: Charging Batteries
Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the computer into a live wall outlet.
Page 118: Charging The Rtc Battery
Mobile Computing Charging batteries charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on. TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery may take longer to charge with many applications open at the same time. The battery may not start charging immediately if: ❖...
Page 119: Monitoring Battery Power
To recharge the RTC battery, plug in the computer and leave it turned off for at least 24 hours. NOTE: It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is off. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working.
Page 120: Conserving Battery Power
PC Card ❖ Where you are working—since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba’s power-saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to recharge the battery.
Page 121: What To Do When The Battery Runs Low
Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs. See details. What to do when the battery runs low When the battery runs low you can ❖...
Page 122: Changing The Main Battery
Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. Click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the Running on Batteries section, click Details. Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm, as desired.
Page 123 Sliding the battery release latch Carefully slide the battery release latch toward the front of the computer. Sliding the battery out With the battery release latch pulled toward you, use the adjacent half-oval finger slot nearby to gently pull the battery cover free.
Page 124: Removing The Battery From The Battery Cover
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the battery cover Position the battery cover with the battery facing you. Press the battery cover latches outward. Removing the battery from the battery cover Lift the battery from the battery cover. Inserting a charged battery Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection.
Page 125: Disposing Of Used Batteries Safely
Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely...
Page 126: Traveling Tips
❖ Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cables, compact discs and diskettes.
Page 127: Chapter 5: Getting To Know The Windows
Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows Operating System This chapter introduces the Windows by guiding you through a few basic tasks. Whether you have used a Windows the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will more than offset the short amount of time spent going through these lessons.
Page 128: Finding Your Way Around The Desktop
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. However, the differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system.
Page 129 The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Toshiba Great Software Offer — A service provided by Toshiba that offers additional software. FreedomWare —...
Page 130: Windows ® Xp File System
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ❖ Open recently accessed documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Search for files ❖ Access Windows ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system activity and turn off the computer For more information on starting programs, see Starting programs”...
Page 131: Lesson 2: Using The Cpad And Control Buttons Together
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the cPad and control buttons together Programs, documents, and other data are held in files. These files can be grouped together in folders, and folders can be grouped inside other folders for convenient organizing. All the files and folders reside in your computer on a storage device, such as a disk drive.
Page 132 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the cPad and control buttons together Using the cPad, move the pointer to the Start button on the screen, then click the primary button (usually the left) of the adjoining control buttons to open the Start menu. NOTE: In this guide, the term “click”...
Page 133 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the cPad and control buttons together Sample My Computer window open Now click the Close button in the upper-right corner of this window. The My Computer window is closed. Click an empty area of the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and, while holding down the primary button, use the cPad to drag the pointer to the right edge of the...
Page 134 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the cPad and control buttons together Sample desktop with the taskbar on the right HINT: You can move the taskbar to any of the desktop’s four edges. Click the taskbar once again and drag it back to the bottom of the desktop.
Page 135: Lesson 3: Learning About The Internet
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System You can also lock and unlock the taskbar by using the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. To access the window: Right-click the taskbar, then select Properties. The Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window appears. Check or uncheck the box next to the Lock the taskbar command.
Page 136: Lesson 4: Creating A New Document
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document Sample My Computer window Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program. Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button.
Page 137: Lesson 5: Creating A New Folder
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens, there is a new button on the taskbar that reads New Doc.txt- Notepad (the name may be too long to fit into the taskbar space but, if you point to the name, the complete name is visible).
Page 138: Lesson 6: Starting Programs
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs The operating system stores documents and programs in folders. It even stores other folders in folders. In this lesson, you will create a folder in which to store your new document. Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button.
Page 139 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System This lesson teaches you how to launch programs from the Start menu, using two of the programs that are built into the operating system: Paint and Windows Click Start, then All Programs. Point to Accessories, then click Paint.
Page 140: Lesson 7: Resizing, Repositioning, And Hiding Windows
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Sample Windows Explorer window Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it—one for Paint and one for Windows Click the Paint button on the taskbar. The operating system displays the Paint program.
Page 141: Using The Taskbar
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size, shape, and position of windows open on the desktop. Sample Windows Using the taskbar If you have applications open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by pointing to the taskbar through use of the cPad and clicking the secondary button.
Page 142: Minimizing And Maximizing Windows
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows ❖ Close windows Choose your option depending on how you wish to set up your desktop. Minimizing and maximizing windows To make the Explorer window the active window, click the Windows Explorer button on the taskbar.
Page 143: Lesson 8: Closing Programs
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Paint returns to its previous size and location. Notice that the Restore button has changed back into the Maximize button. For the next few steps assume that you want to be able to see both Paint and Windows Move the pointer to the right-hand edge of the Paint window.
Page 144: Lesson 9: Creating Shortcuts
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts programs and documents open simultaneously can slow down your computer. This lesson teaches you how to close the programs you opened earlier in this tutorial. To close the programs: Click the Close button at the top-right of the Explorer window.
Page 145: Creating A Shortcut To The Character Map
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Click New, then click Shortcut. The operating system displays the Create Shortcut dialog box. Sample Create Shortcut dialog box In the Command line box, type and click Next. The operating system prompts you to select a name for the shortcut.
Page 146 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Search option on the Start menu The operating system displays the Search Results dialog box.
Page 147 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Sample Search Results dialog box HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. Click All files and folders. Type in the text box labeled: In all or part of the file char name.
Page 148: Lesson 10: Changing The Screen Saver
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver Clicking a shortcut icon opens the program or folder immediately. You can place as many shortcuts on your desktop as you find useful. HINT: The Character Map is a useful tool when you want to add a special character to a document.
Page 149 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver Click Properties. The operating system opens the Display Properties dialog box. Sample Display Properties dialog box Click the Screen Saver tab. Click the arrow beside the current option—probably “(None)”...
Page 150: Lesson 11: Setting The Date And Time
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time You can view any object’s properties by clicking the object with the secondary button, then choosing Properties from the shortcut menu that appears. The next lesson explains how to set two other properties—the date and time.
Page 151: Lesson 12: Removing Objects From The Desktop
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Click the Date and Time tab and set the correct month, year, day, and time. Click the Time Zone tab and drop-down list box, and set your time zone.
Page 152 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Sample Recycle Bin window To completely remove an object, select it, and then click File, Delete. The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin. Later on—in your real work, not in this tutorial—you will use the Recycle Bin to delete other objects such as folders, documents, and sometimes even programs.
Page 153: Lesson 13: Using System Restore
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System To delete everything from the Recycle Bin at once, choose Empty Recycle Bin from the File menu. HINT: Empty the Recycle Bin periodically. Even though an item is moved to the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space on the hard disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin.
Page 154: Lesson 14: If I Am Lost, What Do I Do
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Sample System Restore welcome screen The Windows process of storing your system settings for future use. It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time.
Page 155 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? If you do not see the index, click index. Help and Support displays the Index. Sample Help and Support Index The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type in a topic you want to find in the index.
Page 156: Using The Windows Xp Tour
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Sample help window for drawings Notice that under the category subcategory: Highlight Help opens a topic screen that, in the window’s right pane, gives a brief description of Paint and provides different ways for accessing the program, including through use of a hot link (Paint).
Page 157: Lesson 15: Turning Off Your Computer
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System To start the tour: Click Start, then click Tour Windows XP The Windows Follow the instructions. Sample Windows Lesson 15: Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the operating system turn off your computer.
Page 158: Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options
Chapter 6 Exploring Your Options In this chapter, you will explore other features of your notebook computer. ® Windows XP special features The Windows features and enhancements, including: ❖ New system file protection ❖ A system restore function, allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode ❖...
Page 159: Personalizing Your Desktop
Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace. This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work. You can customize the following aspects of the desktop: ❖ Taskbar — which resources to display for quick access ❖...
Page 160: Changing Desktop And Browsing Style
Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and browse the files and folders on your local computer or network file server. You can make it so that: ❖...
Page 161: Personalizing Individual Windows
Sample Web-style option Click the preferred options. Click Apply, click OK. Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop, you can also display a Web page in an individual window. If you subscribe to the Web page, it can be automatically updated on a regular basis.
Page 162 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus. You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar. Address bar Sample toolbar locations Standard buttons...
Page 163: Displaying Information About Each Folder
The elements you can add to the top of the window are: Toolbar element Address Bar Standard buttons Displays buttons for commonly used Displaying a toolbar in a window Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click the name of the toolbar you want to display.
Page 164 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Double-click the folder you want to open. In the Tools menu, select Folder Options. The Folders Options box appears. In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common tasks in folders. Click Apply, then OK. Helpful information on how to use the folders appears on one side of the window.
Page 165: Using Your Computer At The Office
Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, an external mouse and an external diskette drive, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. An external monitor connects to the RGB (monitor) port. An external mouse, keyboard and diskette drive connect to the USB ports.
Page 166 Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM (communications) ports.
Page 167: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line
To verify that the modem is set up properly: ❖ Click the port to which your modem is connected. ❖ Click Properties. ❖ Click the Diagnostics tab. ❖ Click Query Modem. The Modem AMR Properties box appears. Click the General tab. The computer should indicate whether the modem is working properly.
Page 168: Setting Up A Wireless Connection
A remote network, you need a dial-up connection. ❖ A wireless network, you need a wireless networking PC Card, or contact your authorized Toshiba representative. Setting up the connection To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection Wizard: Click Start and point to All Programs.
Page 169: Using Bluetooth
Release the keys. Bluetooth is now enabled. NOTE: Your Bluetooth module is based on the Bluetooth specification version 1.1. Toshiba cannot confirm all compatibility with PC products and/or electronic devices using Bluetooth other than Toshiba mobile PCs. Exploring Your Options...
Page 170: Using Spanworks
Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer Using SPANworks For systems with Wi-Fi and/or Bluetooth, the SPANworks 2000 application offers enhanced communication between networked computers. You can do such things as transfer files between two computers, broadcast a slide presentation simultaneously to several machines, set up electronic business cards, and send text messages to a few people or to everyone in your proximity.
Page 171: An Overview Of Using The Internet
❖ Guest ❖ Host Follow the on-screen instructions. An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖...
Page 172: Internet Service Providers
Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Page 173: Surfing The Internet
Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page. To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address. The Web address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a unique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet.
Page 174: Uploading And Downloading Files From The Internet
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of data. Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions, and keep you up to date with future upgrades.
Page 175 To view a DVD movie or Windows screen mode on your TV: Connect the video/audio cable to your television. ❖ The cable has three color-coded prongs. Be sure to connect the appropriate prongs that match the color- coded ports on your television. ❖...
Page 176: Transferring And Editing Video Data
Exploring Your Options Exploring video features Transferring and editing video data Your computer has an i.LINK port on the back which provides very fast data transfer rates (up to 400 Mbps or 400 million bits per second). You can connect up to 63 external devices to this port.
Page 177: Exploring Audio Features
Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone. You can play .wav sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones or external speakers. Recording sounds You can make audio recordings and save them as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack and using the Sound Recorder feature in the operating system.
Page 178: Adjusting Recording Quality
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone. NOTE: You can only record 60 seconds at a time. When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button.
Page 179: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
In the Audio Properties dialog box, adjust the Sound Playback quality and volume, and the Sound Recording volume. Click OK. Your new settings take effect the next time you record. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with a subwoofer and internal speakers.
Page 180: Using Pc Cards
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Attaching a headphone or speaker cable Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone/S/ PDIF Digital Optical out. The out requires a 16-ohm stereo mini-jack. Adjust the volume: ❖...
Page 181: Pc Card Supporting Software
Check the documentation that came with the PC Card to see if it conforms 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. PC Card supporting software The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your PC Card and is installed automatically.
Page 182: Removing Pc Cards
Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place. NOTE: If you have a Type III card, insert the connector into the lower slot.
Page 183: Hot Swapping
Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.” Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use.
Page 184: Inserting A Smartmedia Card
Exploring Your Options Using SmartMedia cards Inserting a SmartMedia card Turn the card so that the connector (metal area) faces up. Push the card into the slot until it locks in place. Left side of the computer CAUTION: Do not touch the SmartMedia connector (metal area). You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data.
Page 185: Using Sd (Secure Digital) Cards
Using SD (Secure Digital) cards Your computer supports the use of SD (Secure Digital) memory/input/output cards. The cards can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. Inserting a SD (Secure Digital) card Turn the card so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down.
Page 186: Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities
Hotkey utility ❖ Toshiba Console TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required.
Page 187: Fn-Esse
Put a check mark next to the desired option. Click Apply, then click OK. The function is now active. Fn-esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba’s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any program without using the Start menu.
Page 188: Starting Fn-Esse
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse You can access Fn-esse in one of two ways: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and Fn-esse. ❖ Click on the Fn-esse icon. The Fn-esse keyboard appears.
Page 189: Assigning A Key To A Program Or Document
The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected. To open the program or document, press Windows plus the appropriate key from within any ® program. Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse ® Explorer (or the...
Page 190 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Using the keyboard or cPad To assign a key to open a program or document: Start Fn-esse. Perform one of the following: ❖ Using the keyboard, press and hold the press the desired assignment key. ❖ Using the cPad, move the cursor over the desired key and press the secondary button.
Page 191: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
The hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the hot key combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. To activate: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and then click Hotkey utility. plus the appropriate key from within any ®...
Page 192: Toshiba Console
TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. You can normally access the TOSHIBA Console in two ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button located above the F9 key on your keyboard.
Page 193: Customize Your Computer
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features: ❖ Customize Your Computer ❖ Network ❖ Security Customize Your Computer The features available in this category are: ❖ Power Management ❖ TOSHIBA Button Controls ❖...
Page 194: Network
TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOHSIBA Button Controls allow you to enable or disable the TOSHIBA Console and Internet buttons and the programs associated with them. Those buttons are located just above the function keys at the top of the keyboard.
Page 195 Sample TOSHIBA Controls Properties window Click the Buttons tab Check the boxes for the TOSHIBA Console button and/ or the Internet button. Under Select a Program, make the desired selections. Click Apply, then click OK. You can choose which of two media players you prefer to have as your default (your automatic choice upon powering up) when you play a CD.
Page 196 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Sample Media Apps tab Under Select a Player, choose either the Windows Media Player or TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER in the Audio/Video Control and CD Audio Control menu selections. Click Apply, then click OK. You can also program the Sub LCD, the rectangular window in the middle of the CD/DVD control button panel in the front of your computer.
Page 197: Power Management
The message appears (scrolls) on your Sub LCD. Power Management The Power Management feature enables you to control your computer’s power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, or create one yourself. Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console...
Page 198 You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized mode. The preset modes cannot be deleted. By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change...
Page 199 Plugged in section This section has a single preset power usage mode Power. You can create other AC power modes, but Toshiba recommends use of the preset Full Power mode. The windows and settings for creating and customizing AC power modes are described below.
Page 200: Toshiba Hardware Setup
The Name field displays the name assigned to the mode in the Power Saver Properties window. You can change the name here if you wish. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access it: In the TOSHIBA Console, double-click the Toshiba Hardware icon.
Page 201: Small Display Properties
The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the following: ❖ General — Allows you to view current BIOS version ❖ Password — Allows you to set user passwords. ❖ Boot Priority — Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system.
Page 202: Chapter 8: Windvd 2000
WinDVD 2000 WinDVD DVDs. This chapter explains how to use this program. Playing DVDs TECHNICAL NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends playing DVDs while your computer is connected to AC power. For systems with a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunctional drive, you can use InterVideo WinDVD to play DVDs.
Page 203 a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunctional drive, your computer comes with WinDVD preinstalled. WARNING: Before playing a DVD, turn down the volume. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. See the control panel playback buttons” on page 206 volume control buttons.
Page 204: Using The Windvd Toolbar
WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs Time slider Playback speed slider Sample InterVideo WinDVD 2000 window Using the WinDVD toolbar The WinDVD window contains a toolbar at the top and a status bar at the bottom. If the toolbar or status bar does not appear, you can display them by following the instructions in “Setting general properties”...
Page 205: Using The Windvd Control Panel
current time slot is indicated on the right side of the status bar. The playback speed slider enables you to control the speed at which the DVD plays. Move the slider to the left to slow the playback speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster. Placing the slider in the center plays the DVD at normal speed, and enables the audio.
Page 206: Using The Control Panel Playback Buttons
WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs You can open a shortcut menu, by positioning the cursor over the WinDVD window, other than over the control panel, then clicking the secondary button. The shortcut menu contains the same features as the control panel, plus the enable caption feature, which displays captions for the hearing impaired.
Page 207 Click this To do this Repeat — repeat the current chapter, if the DVD contains chapters. Otherwise this but- ton repeats the DVD from the beginning. When the repeat button is activated, the repeat symbol appears to the left of the chapter number on the control panel counter.
Page 208: Maximizing The Video Window
WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs Click this Maximizing the video window To close the WinDVD control panel and expand the video window to fill the screen, click the Maximize button. To do this Fast reverse — move quickly backward through the DVD content. When you reach the desired location, click the play button to resume playing the DVD.
Page 209: Using Playlists
To display the control panel again, double-click anywhere in the video window. Using playlists A playlist is a customized list of DVD files in the order in which you want to view them. For example, you may want to create a playlist for DVDs that contain music files, so you can play the music selections you want in the order you want to hear them.
Page 210: Loading And Playing Playlists
WinDVD 2000 Using playlists DVD files have an .mpg,.vob or .ac3 file name extension. After selecting a file, the file name appears in the Selected files list. You can also double-click a file name to add it to the playlist. Add as many files as you wish to the playlist.
Page 211: Customizing Windvd
Customizing WinDVD You can control several general WinDVD characteristics, such as whether the toolbar and status bar are visible, as well as numerous audio and display features. You control these general, audio and display features from the Properties dialog box. Launch WinDVD, if it is not already running.
Page 212 WinDVD 2000 Customizing WinDVD current region code of the WinDVD player installed in your computer is Region 1, comprising the United States and Canada. NOTE: Most DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives let you change the region code, usually between one and five times. Once a drive has reached the limit, the region code cannot be changed again.
Page 213: Setting Audio Properties
Setting audio properties In the Properties dialog box, click the Audio tab. The Audio tab moves to the front. The Current audio track box displays the current audio format and attributes. Sample Properties dialog box with Audio tab on top In the Audio channels box, select the appropriate speaker mode to match your setup as follows: ❖...
Page 214: Setting Display Properties
WinDVD 2000 Customizing WinDVD Setting display properties In the Properties dialog box, click the Display tab. The Display tab moves to the front. Sample Properties dialog box with Display tab selected Select the Lock aspect ratio check box to maintain the original aspect ratio when the video window is resized.
Page 215: Using Windvd Advanced Features
WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features select WinDVD to display the control panel in a different format. You can also select About to display copyright and version information. Using WinDVD advanced features The features described in this section are available on the WinDVD expanded control panel.
Page 216 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this Playback speed— control the speed at which the DVD plays. Move the slider to the left to slow the play- back speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster.
Page 217 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this Numeric keypad — use these buttons to select a chapter by entering the chapter number. After you have entered a chapter number, click the enter button on the lower-right corner of the numeric keypad that chapter.
Page 218 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this Chapter button — displays a list of all the chapters in the current DVD. Select the chapter you want to play, or use the numeric keypad to enter the chapter num- ber.
Page 219 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this Subtitles — displays a list of all the avail- able language subti- tles. This button is enabled only for DVD content that includes subtitles and supports dynamic subtitle information changes. Select the desired lan- guage, or select Default to display subtitles in the DVD’s...
Page 220: Zooming In
WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this Zooming in You can zoom in on an area of the WinDVD video window to get a closer look. Click the Zoom button, located in the upper-left corner of the directional button panel. Position the cursor over the top-left corner of the area you want to view in close up.
Page 221: Panning
Release the primary button. WinDVD automatically fills the window with the selected area. Panning Once you are zoomed in on an area of the WinDVD video window, you can move the zoom window location using the pan feature. With the video window in zoom mode, click the pan button, located in the lower-right corner of the directional button panel.
Page 222: Launching An Internet Browser From Windvd
WinDVD 2000 Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD The adjustment dialog box provides another set of sliders for adjusting volume and brightness. It also provides two color control sliders. Move the Color control 1 slider to the right to increase the blue and decrease the yellow color values.
Page 223: Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter.
Page 224 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix To close a program that has stopped responding: Press Ctrl Click Windows Task Manager. The Windows Task Manager window appears. Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding”...
Page 225: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
Press Ctrl Notepad. Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message. Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power.
Page 226: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working The computer displays the message. The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer’s memory has been lost. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours.
Page 227: Using Startup Options To Fix Problems
The Windows® operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to change your system’s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu.
Page 228: Internet Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet. They include: modem speed, time of day (when everyone else is surfing, your access can be slow) and popularity of the site.
Page 229: Resolving A Hardware Conflict
You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using ® Windows Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first.
Page 230 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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. Interrupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request (IRQ) because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests...
Page 231: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. CAUTION: Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable. Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them.
Page 232: Memory Card Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. To view the properties, double-click the device. The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They include: ❖...
Page 233: Power And The Batteries
Check for the error again. If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the memory module.
Page 234: Keyboard Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If the battery has completely discharged, it will not begin charging immediately. Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging. If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer.
Page 235: Display Problems
that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys. You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you have a second keyboard, try it. If it works, the first keyboard may be defective or incompatible with your computer.
Page 236 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ Press priority is not set for the built-in screen. The screen does not look right. You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Properties.
Page 237: Disk Drive Problems
The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode.
Page 238 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Click Start. Error-checking runs the test. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for some time, your files may have become fragmented. Run Disk Defragmenter. To do this, click Start, then click All Programs, point to Accessories and System Tools, and click Disk Defragmenter.
Page 239: Dvd-Rom Or Dvd-Rom/Cd-Rw Drive Problems
The computer displays the message. If you are starting the computer from a diskette, the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer. Replace it with a bootable diskette. The drive cannot read a diskette. Try another diskette.
Page 240 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button on the right side of the computer. Some discs run correctly, but others do not. If the problem is with an application CD-ROM, refer to the software’s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program’s needs.
Page 241 for example, by installing a new graphics or audio card may impact performance. Some software changes may also impact playback performance (for example, downloading new drivers from the Web). Before installing a new hardware or software component on your system, check for any potential conflicts between its resource requirements and your current system configuration.
Page 242 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict WinDVD problems: content issues Movies exhibit poor performance of “Director's Commentary” or other similar optional content versions. Some movies may exhibit poor performance of these features. In particular, the video portion of the movie may become jerky or show pauses.
Page 243 WinDVD: error messages This table offers descriptions and resolutions for error messages that may appear when using WinDVD. Error message and additional information The disc in the DVD-ROM drive is not a valid disc type. Valid disc types are DVD-Video and audio CD. ®...
Page 244 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional information WinDVD cannot display the selected resolution due to system limitations. The screen size exceeds the allowable display limit. There are not enough sys- tem resources to play the DVD at the selected setting.
Page 245 Error message and additional information There is a problem with the copy protection system within the DVD-ROM drive. Playback cannot con- tinue. The DVD-ROM drive failed to authenticate (authorize playback of) the DVD disc. There may be a problem with the DVD- ROM drive.
Page 246 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error message and additional information Permission to play is denied. Please check the Parental Control setting. The Parental Control set- ting of WinDVD is lower than the Parental Control level of the content being played.
Page 247: Sound System Problems
Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. Adjust the volume control. If you are using external headphones or speakers, check that they are securely connected to your computer. The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers.
Page 248 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Other cards must be set up before you can use them. Use the ® Windows XP PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard to set up the card. Refer to your Microsoft information, or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card.
Page 249 The System Properties dialog box appears. Click the Hardware tab. Click the Device Manager button. Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Double-click the appropriate PC Card. The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties dialog box, which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status.
Page 250: Printer Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. For more information, see Cards” on page A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected. If the card is attached to an external device, check that the connection is secure.
Page 251: Modem Problems
If you cannot resolve the problem, contact the printer’s manufacturer. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Many programs display information on the screen differently from the way they print it. See if your program has a print preview mode.
Page 252: Develop Good Computing Habits
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to someone else. Develop good computing habits Make sure you are prepared. Save your work frequently. You can never predict when your computer will lock, forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes.
Page 253: If You Need Further Assistance
Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and/or program. Your dealer is your best source for current information. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware-related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you.
Page 254 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance Start with accessing Toshiba on the Internet using any Internet browser by typing Next, try one of Toshiba’s online services. The Toshiba Forum can be accessed through CompuServe go toshiba Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖...
Page 255: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com toshiba.ca toshiba-Europe.com toshiba.co.jp/index.htm http://servicio.toshiba.com Toshiba’s worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Belgium Toshiba Information Systems Benelux (Belgium) B.V. Excelsiorlaan 40 B-1930 Zaventem Belgium Czech Republic CHG Toshiba, s.r.o.
Page 256 Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel The Netherlands Morocco C.B.I. 22 Rue de Béthune Casablanca Morocco France Toshiba Systèmes (France) S.A. 7, Rue Ampère 92804 Puteaux Cédex France Greece Ideal Electronics S.A. 109 Syngrou Avenue 176 71 Kalithea Athens...
Page 257 Kalbakken 0901 OSLO 9 Norway Poland TECHMEX S.A. ul. Partyzantów 71, 43-316 Bielsko-Biala 01-059 Warszawa Poland Singapore Toshiba Singapore Pte. Ltd. 438B Alexandra Rd. # 06-01 Alexandra Technopark Singapore 119968 Slovenia Inea d.o.o. Ljubljanska 80 61230 Domzale Slovenia Sweden Scribona PC AB Sundbybergsväegen 1...
Page 258 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 D-4-1460 Neuss Germany...
Page 259: Appendix A: Hot Keys
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer.
Page 260: Instant Password Security
Hot Keys Instant password security Instant password security This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the mouse or any key will make the display reappear. For information on setting a power-on password, see on page With a password...
Page 261: Power Usage Mode
Sample power usage modes The power usage mode in the Windows under AC power is Full Power only. The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, see Management” on page Hot Keys Power usage mode ®...
Page 262: Stand By Mode
Hot Keys Stand By mode Stand By mode This hot key puts the computer into Stand By mode. Sample Stand By confirmation box ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode. This message box can be set so it doesn’t display.
Page 263: Hibernation Mode
Hibernation mode This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode. Sample Hibernation confirmation box Hibernation mode ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. The message box can be set so it doesn’t display.
Page 264: Display Modes
Hot Keys Display modes Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: Sample display options window In o resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. ❖...
Page 265: Display Brightness
Display brightness This hot key decreases the screen brightness. This hot key increases the screen brightness. Enabling a wireless device This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. The wireless modes you can toggle between are: Sample wireless modes window Display brightness ❖...
Page 266: Keyboard Hot Keys
Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off.
Page 267: Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors
Appendix B Power Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved...
Page 268: Appendix C: Video Modes
Appendix C Video Modes This appendix lists the video modes supported by the display adapter and identifies the characteristics of each mod The columns in the tables have the following meanings: Mode is the mode number in hexadecimal and is generally used by programmers to specify video modes in programs.
Page 269: Your Computer's Video Modes
Scan Freq hor/vert is the horizontal and vertical scanning frequency in Hertz. This is for external monitors only. Your computer’s video modes Your computer supports the video modes defined in this table. If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the numbers on the table, select a mode based on mode type, resolution, character matrix, number of colors and refresh rates.
Page 270: Table 2 Video Modes (Xga)
Video Modes Your computer’s video modes Video mode Type Resolution VGA Text 80 x 25 Characters VGA Grph 320 x 200 Pels VGA Grph 640 x 200 Pels VGA Grph 640 x 350 Pels VGA Grph 640 x 350 Pels VGA Grph 640 x 480 Pels...
Page 271 Your computer’s video modes Resolution LCD colors 1600 x 1200 256/256K (Virtual) 1920 x 1440 256/256K (Virtual) 2048 x 1536 256/256K (Virtual) 640 x 480 64K/64K 800 x 600 64K/64K 1024 x 768 64K/64K 1280 x 1024 64K/64K (Virtual) 1600 x 1200 64K/64K (Virtual) 1920 x 1440...
Page 272: Table 3 Video Modes (Ultra Xga)
Video Modes Your computer’s video modes Resolution 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 1600 x 1200 1920 x 1440 2048 x 1536 Table 3 Video modes (Ultra XGA) Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 LCD colors CRT colors 16M/16M...
Page 273 Your computer’s video modes Resolution LCD colors 1600 x 1200 256/256K 1920 x 1440 256/256K (Virtual) 2048 x 1536 256/256K (Virtual) 640 x 480 64K/64K 800 x 600 64K/64K 1024 x 768 64K/64K 1280 x 1024 64K/64K 1600 x 1200 64K/64K 1920 x 1440 64K/64K...
Page 274 Video Modes Your computer’s video modes Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 1600 x 1200 1920 x 1440 2048 x 1536 LCD colors CRT colors 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M...
Page 275: Glossary
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user’s guide. BIOS CD-ROM CD-RW CMOS COM1 COM2 alternating current basic input/output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read-only memory compact disc rewrite memory...
Page 276 Glossary DIMM DSTN DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory EPROM HTML IEEE LPT1 MIDI PCMCIA direct memory access dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch dual supertwist nematic digital versatile (or video) disc enhanced capabilities port erasable programmable read-only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission...
Page 277 SCSI SDRAM SRAM SVGA Terms The following terms may appear in this user’s guide. active-matrix display — A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell.
Page 278 Glossary alternating current (AC) — The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets. AC reverses its direction at regular intervals. Compare direct current (DC). application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems.
Page 279 bus — An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus.
Page 280 Glossary color palette — A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility — The extent to which computers, programs, or devices can work together harmoniously, using the same commands, formats, or language as another.
Page 281 direct memory access (DMA) — A dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory — See folder. disable — To turn a computer option off. See also enable. disc — A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and written to by optical (laser) technology, and used in the production of optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs.
Page 282 Glossary drag — To hold down the control button or mouse button while moving the cursor to drag a selected object. In the operating system, this refers to the primary control button or left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver — See device driver. DVD —...
Page 283 file extension — The three characters following the period (pronounced “dot”) at the end of a file name. The extension indicates the type of file. Examples are .exe for program files and .hlp for help files. See also file name. folder —...
Page 284 Glossary Hibernation — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn on the computer again, your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off.
Page 285 L2 (level two) cache — Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) — A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network.
Page 286 Glossary MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) — A standard for connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, and computers. The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use, and vice versa. modem — Short for “modulator/demodulator.” A device that converts information from digital to analog and back to digital, enabling information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines.
Page 287 parallel — Processes that occur simultaneously. In communications, it means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a time. On your computer, the parallel port provides a parallel communications interface between the computer and an appropriate device. Most modern printers are parallel.
Page 288 Glossary RAM (random access memory) — Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. By volatile, we mean that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer. This type of memory is used for your computer’s main memory. See also memory.
Page 289 serial — Processes that occur one at a time. In communications, it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel. On your computer, the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device. Compare parallel.
Page 290 Glossary Web — See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi — A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity. Wi-Fi is another term for the IEEE 2.11b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www) —...
Page 291: Index
Index AC adapter 54 AC power light 36, 54, 57 Accessories programs 153 adding memory 46 alarms low battery 121, 122 Application Launcher adding programs 69 changing icons 71 deleting programs 72 Application Launcher button 63 audio CDs playing 92 audio features 177 avoiding injury 41 battery...
Page 292 37 primary and secondary control 62 primary control 33 secondary control 34 Start 129 stop 38 TOSHIBA Console 34, 86 calculator 144 CD control buttons 94 CD player TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER 99 Windows Media Player 99 CD Player control panel 99, 100...
Page 293 not accessing disk drives 225 placement 41 protection 40 running on battery power 114 setting up 45, 46, 74 turning off 105, 107, 109, 111, turning on 56 using at the office 165 warning resume failure message work area 40 computing tips 81 connecting AC adapter 54...
Page 294 Index disk activity light 36 Disk Defragmenter 238 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 238 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 237 running slow 238 diskette drive 53, 89 can’t insert a diskette 238 can’t read a diskette 239 external 53 diskettes caring for 90 cleaning 90 copying files to 91...
Page 295 operation 224 warning resume failure 226 WinDVD 243 Error-checking 237 Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter expansion memory slot 47 cover 38 external diskette drive 53 keyboard 53 external microphone connecting 177 external monitor connecting 165 not working 237 external speakers 179 FAT (File Allocation Table) 237 setting auto-receive 77 fax function...
Page 296 Index Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) i.LINK port 29 transfer and edit video data 176 icon 129 desktop 129 moving to desktop 129 naming 138 safety 24 imagery 67 indicator panel keyboard 34 system 34, 36 infrared port 28 transferring files 165 inserting CDs and DVDs 98 main battery 124...
Page 297 main battery changing 122 recharging 117 removing 122 memory adding 46 problem solving 232 removing 50 removing expansion slot cover 47 memory cards SD (Secure Digital) 32, 185 memory module inserting 48 microphone jack 31 Microsoft Internet Explorer 103 Microsoft Support Online Web site Microsoft Windows XP 23, 127 minimizing 142 modem...
Page 298 240 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 249 computer will not power up 225 contacting Toshiba 253, 254 corrupted/damaged data files 238 Device Manager 231 disabling a device 231 disk drive is slow 238 display is blank 235...
Page 299 faulty memory 232 hardware conflict 229, 230 high-pitched noise 247 illegal operation 224 Internet bookmarked site not found 228 Internet connection is slow 228 keyboard not responding 225 keyboard produces unexpected characters 234 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 237 modem not receiving or transmitting 251 no sound 247 non-system disk or disk error 226,...
Page 300 Index doesn’t look normal/flickers 236 Screen Saver tab 149 SCSI (Small Computer Systems Interface) 183 SD (Secure Digital) cards 32, 185 inserting 185 removing 185 using 185 Search Engine 173 secondary control button 34, 62 security fitting a computer lock cable 80 lock slot 31 SelectServ 26 setting...
Page 301 163 Toshiba Internet Web sites 255 TOSHIBA Accessibility 186 Toshiba Accessories Information 25 TOSHIBA Button Controls 99, 194 TOSHIBA Console 86, 192 TOSHIBA Console button 34, 86 Toshiba Forum 254 Toshiba Hardware Setup 200 TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER 99, 100...
Page 302 Index windows hiding 140 repositioning 140 resizing 140, 142 Windows Explorer 139 Windows Help and Support 130 Windows Media Player 99 choosing a default 196 Windows XP change date and time settings 150 changing the screen saver 148 closing programs 144 creating a new folder 138 creating a text file 136 creating shortcuts 144...

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Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics

Chapter 4: Mobile Computing

Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows

Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 8: Windvd 2000

Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

Appendix C: Video Modes

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