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Toshiba A10-S1691 User Manual (263 pages)
A10-S100 User's Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.09 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Notice
3
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Type of Service
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
13
Interference Statement
14
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
18
Regulatory Statements
19
Table of Contents
26
Introduction
34
This Guide
34
Safety Icons
35
Other Icons Used
36
Other Documentation
36
Service Options
37
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around
38
Making Sure You Have Everything
38
Front with the Display Closed
39
Back
40
Right Side
41
Left Side
42
Front with the Display Open
43
System Indicator Panel
44
Keyboard Indicator Lights
45
Underside
46
Chapter 2: Getting Started
48
Selecting a Place to Work
48
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
48
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
49
Precautions
52
Setting up Your Computer
54
Setting up Your Software
54
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
55
Adding External Devices
55
Connecting to a Power Source
56
Charging the Main Battery
58
Using the Computer for the First Time
59
Opening the Display Panel
59
Turning on the Power
60
Using the Touchpad
61
Control Buttons
62
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
62
Setting up a Printer
63
Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
66
Removing a Memory Module
70
Connecting a Mouse
71
Connecting a Printer
71
Connecting a USB Printer
71
Connecting a Parallel Printer
71
Using External Display Devices
72
Connecting an External Monitor
72
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
72
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
73
Display Limitations
73
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
74
Using an External Keyboard
75
Turning off the Computer
75
Caring for Your Computer
76
Cleaning the Computer
76
Moving the Computer
77
Using a Computer Lock
77
Chapter 3: Learning the Basics
79
Computing Tips
79
Using the Keyboard
80
Character Keys
81
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
81
Function Keys
81
Windows Special Keys
82
Overlay Keys
82
Emulating a Full-Size Keyboard
84
Starting a Program
84
Saving Your Work
85
Printing Your Work
86
Backing up Your Files
86
Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction Drive
87
DVD-ROM Drive Components
88
Inserting a Disc
89
Playing an Audio CD
91
Viewing the Contents of a CD or DVD
93
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
93
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
94
Caring for Cds and Dvds
94
Setting up for Communications
94
Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
95
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
95
Powering down the Computer
96
Turn off or Shut down Command
96
Restart Command
97
Hibernation Command
97
Standby Command
98
Using Turn off or Shut down
99
Turning off or Shutting down more Quickly
100
Starting Again after Turn off or Shut down
103
Using Hibernation
103
Enabling the Hibernation Command
104
Going into Hibernation Mode
105
Going into Hibernation Mode more Quickly
106
Starting Again from Hibernation Mode
109
Using Standby
110
Going into Standby Mode more Quickly
111
Starting Again from Standby
114
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing
115
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
115
Running the Computer on Battery Power
115
Battery Notice
116
Power Management
116
Charging the Batteries
117
Charging the Main Battery
117
Charging the RTC Battery
118
Monitoring Battery Power
119
Determining Remaining Battery Power
119
Conserving Battery Power
120
What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
121
Setting Battery Alarms
121
Changing the Main Battery
122
Removing the Battery from the Computer
123
Inserting the Battery in the Computer
125
Taking Care of Your Battery
125
Safety Precautions
125
Maximizing Battery Life
126
Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
127
Traveling Tips
128
Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows
129
Lesson 1: Exploring the Desktop
130
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
130
Windows ® XP File System
132
Lesson 2: Using the Touchpad and Control Buttons Together
133
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet
136
Lesson 4: Creating a New Document
137
Lesson 5: Creating a New Folder
138
Lesson 6: Starting Programs
140
Lesson 7: Resizing, Repositioning, and Hiding Windows
142
Using the Taskbar
142
Minimizing and Maximizing Windows
142
Resizing and Moving Windows
143
Lesson 8: Closing Programs
145
Lesson 9: Creating Shortcuts
145
Creating a Shortcut to the Calculator
145
Creating a Shortcut to the Character Map
146
Lesson 10: Changing the Screen Saver
148
Lesson 11: Setting the Date and Time
150
Lesson 12: Removing Objects from the Desktop
152
Lesson 13: Using System Restore
154
Lesson 14: if I am Lost, What Do I Do
155
Windows ® XP Help and Support Center
155
Using the Online Tours and Tutorials
157
Lesson 15: Turning off Your Computer
158
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options
159
Windows XP Special Features
159
Personalizing Your Desktop
160
Customizing the Taskbar
160
Bringing the World to Your Desktop
161
Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
162
Personalizing Individual Windows
163
Customizing Window Toolbars
164
Displaying Information about each Folder
165
Using Your Computer at the Office
166
Setting up for Communications
167
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
168
Setting up a Dial-Up Connection
168
Exchanging Data with Another Computer
169
Transferring Files Using a Parallel Port Connection
169
Getting Help Transferring Files
169
Setting up a Wireless Connection
170
Accessing the Wireless Modules Using Your System Tray
170
Connecting to the Internet
171
An Overview of Using the Internet
172
The Internet
172
The World Wide Web
172
Internet Service Providers
173
Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
173
Surfing the Internet
173
Internet Features
174
Uploading and Downloading Files on the Internet
174
Toshiba's Online Resources
175
Exploring Video Features
175
Changing the Display Properties Setting
175
Display Settings Hot Key
176
Exploring Audio Features
177
Recording Sounds
177
Using a Microphone
177
Adjusting Recording Settings
178
Using External Speakers or Headphones
179
Using PC Cards
179
PC Card Supporting Software
180
Inserting PC Cards
180
Removing PC Cards
181
Hot Swapping
182
Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities
183
TOSHIBA Accessibility
183
Fn-Esse
185
Starting Fn-Esse
185
Assigning a Key to a Program or Document
186
Viewing Existing Key Assignments
188
Changing or Removing Existing Key Assignments
188
Hotkey Utility
188
TOSHIBA Console
189
Customize Your Computer
190
Security
191
Power Management
191
Toshiba Hardware Setup
194
Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong
196
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
196
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
198
The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
199
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
200
Internet Problems
201
The Windows XP Operating System Can Help You
202
Resolving a Hardware Conflict
202
A Plan of Action
203
Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
203
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
205
Memory Module Problems
207
Power and the Batteries
208
Keyboard Problems
209
Display Problems
210
Disk Drive Problems
212
DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
214
Sound System Problems
216
PC Card Problems
217
Printer Problems
220
Modem Problems
221
Develop Good Computing Habits
222
If You Need Further Assistance
223
Before You Call
223
Contacting Toshiba
224
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
225
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
225
Appendix A: Hot Keys
228
Volume Mute
228
Instant Password Security
228
Without a Password
229
With a Password
229
Maintaining Security When the Battery Is Not Fully Charged
230
Power Usage Mode
231
Standby Mode
232
Hibernation Mode
233
Display Modes
234
Display Brightness
235
Enabling a Wireless Device
235
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
235
Keyboard Hot Keys
236
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors
237
USA and Canada
237
United Kingdom
237
Australia
237
Europe
237
Glossary
238
Index
254
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