Page 1 Satellite Pro Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see page 152 in this guide.
Page 2 TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA,...
Page 3 Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant 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 parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port microphone jack (Port availability depends on model selected).
Page 4: Industry Canada Requirement
Contact either: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Page 5: Telephone Company Procedures
Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
Page 6 Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
Page 7: Wireless Interoperability
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: ❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B/G), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
Page 8: Regulatory Information
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. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Page 9 The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an 802.11a device. EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. The party responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
Page 10 VCCI Class B Information Modem Warning Notice Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.
Page 11 2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
Page 12: Device Authorization
Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan. The Name of the radio equipment: refer to the equipment label provided on the computer JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS...
Page 13 802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than Belgique: 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m.
Page 14 Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure. 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries...
Page 15 location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. ❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community.
Page 16 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.
Page 17: Wireless Lan Card
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
Page 18 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the ® Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. NOTE An adhoc mode is available in Ch1-Ch11(802.11b/g), An Infrastructure mode is available in Ch1-Ch11 (802.11b/g)
Page 19 11a, 11b, 11g and 11n wireless are based on IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n respectively. The IEEE 802.11n specification has not been finalized and is currently in draft release. The TOSHIBA 11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Adapters are based on the Draft Release, Version 1.0, of the IEEE 802.11n specification.
Page 20: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for...
Page 21: Bluetooth Wireless Technology And Your Health
Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth technology) ® Bluetooth Card from Toshiba equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Argentina Belgium...
Page 22: Regulatory Statements
The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Page 23 2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations.
Page 24 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850...
Page 25 (Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) Copyright 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 26 EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL.
Page 27 ExpressCard is a registered trademark of PCMCIA. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Page 28: Table Of Contents
Keeping yourself comfortable ...41 Precautions...41 Important information on your computer’s Setting up your computer ...43 Setting up your software...44 Registering your computer with Toshiba ...45 Adding optional external devices...45 Connecting to a power source ...46 Charging the main battery...48 cooling fan ...43...
Page 29 Using the computer for the first time ...49 Opening the display panel ...49 Your computer’s features and specifications ...50 Turning on the power...50 Adding memory (optional) ...51 Installing a memory module ...52 Removing a memory module...57 Checking total memory ...58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities ...59 Creating Recovery DVDs...59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options ...60...
Page 30 Playing an audio CD...97 Playing optical media ...97 Recording optical media ...97 Removing a disc with the computer on...98 Removing a disc with the computer off ...98 Caring for optical discs ...99 Toshiba’s online resources ...99 keyboard ...85 ® keys...86 ® Explorer...88...
Page 31 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing...100 Toshiba’s energy-saver design...100 Running the computer on battery power ...101 Battery Notice ...101 Power management ...102 Using additional batteries ...102 Charging batteries...102 Charging the main battery...103 Charging the RTC battery...103 Monitoring main battery power...104 Determining remaining battery power...106 What to do when the main battery runs low ...106...
Page 32 Setting passwords ...138 Using an instant password...138 Using a supervisor password...139 Using a user password ...140 Deleting a user password...141 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility...142 Fn-esse Starting Fn-esse TOSHIBA Power Saver ...144 Preset Power Profiles ...145 Quickly creating a new power profile ...145 Customizing a power profile ...145...
Page 33 Wireless networking problems ...173 DVD operating problems...175 Develop good computing habits ...177 Data and system configuration backup in If you need further assistance...183 Before you contact Toshiba ...183 Contacting Toshiba ...184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites...185 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...185 ®...
Page 34 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...192 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ ...192 Zooming applications in/out ...192 Keyboard hot keys ...193 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors...194 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree Toshiba Computer...195 Getting Started...196 Starting ConfigFree ConfigFree Connectivity Doctor ...198 Search for Wireless Devices ...200 Profile Settings ...205...
Page 35: Introduction
You can wake the computer from Standby mode by pressing the power button. See the “Mobile Computing” section of the Toshiba User’s Guide for more information on using power management settings to...
Page 36 (RoHS), which restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its notebook component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers’ commitment to meeting RoHS requirements by conducting component sampling inspections during the product design approval process.
Page 37: This Guide
Toshiba’ s Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
Page 38: Safety Icons
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Page 39: Other Documentation
To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Goes Wrong” on page Introduction Other documentation 152.
Page 40: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using your computer effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. The “Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort,” that is shipped with your computer, contains important safety information.
Page 41: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day.
Page 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ ❖ Read the “Avoid extended contact between computer base/palm rest and skin” section in the “Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort” that is shipped with your computer. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer.
Page 43: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Standby mode).
Page 44: Setting Up Your Software
Getting Started Setting up your computer NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Setting up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices.
Page 45: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba
If you decide not to register at that time, you can either double-click the Register with Toshiba icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty.
Page 46: Connecting To A Power Source
TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury.
Page 47 To connect AC power to the computer: Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 48: Charging The Main Battery
Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery’s current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged ❖...
Page 49: Using The Computer For The First Time
NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the display panel Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel.
Page 50: Your Computer's Features And Specifications
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high- precision technology.
Page 51: Adding Memory (Optional)
You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See Getting Started Adding memory (optional)
Page 52: Installing A Memory Module
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on the base of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot.
Page 53 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see “Removing the battery from the computer” on page 110. Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover.
Page 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Remove the memory module slot cover. Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. 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 55 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector’s notch with the matching key in the socket. notch latch (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the socket Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot’s socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer).
Page 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Once the module’s connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the socket. These latches should “snap” into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module.
Page 57: Removing A Memory Module
Turn the computer right side up. Reconnect the cables. Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module.
Page 58: Checking Total Memory
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw.
Page 59: Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
DVDs to copy the hard drive recovery. If your optical disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The Toshiba Global Support Centre in the United States is (800) 457-7777, outside the United States it is (949) 859-4273. Hard Drive Recovery Utilities “Creating Recovery DVDs”...
Page 60: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities To create recovery DVDs: Double-click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on the Windows clicking Start, All Programs, and then Recovery Disc Creator. Select DVD (to create Recovery media on DVDs). Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check box next to the item’s Name—recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications.
Page 61 Press and hold the powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen Select one of the options, and then click Next. The options are: ❖ Recovery of Factory Default Software ❖...
Page 62 Be sure to save your work to external media first. On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears.
Page 63 The Recovery Wizard allows you to delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖...
Page 64 To recover only your C: drive: On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions.
Page 65: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using The Recovery Media
When the initial screen displays, press The boot menu appears. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option and press The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. Please refer to page 60, to explain the available recovery options.
Page 66: Installing Drivers And Applications
Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications:...
Page 67: Scrolling With The Touchpad
NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction. Once you have positioned your cursor, you can click it into place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons.
Page 68: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new software.
Page 69: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
❖ CRT—External monitor only ❖ LCD + CRT Multi Monitor—Internal display and external monitor, with one acting as the primary display and the other as an extended desktop ❖ Swap—Switch primary display between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window Release the TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the...
Page 70: Using A Mouse
Getting Started Using a mouse Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built-in TouchPad. You can use a USB-compatible mouse. Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer.
Page 71: Setting Up A Printer
Setting up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to set it up for the first time. You only need to set up the printer once. Click Start, and then Printers and Faxes.
Page 72: Connecting An Optional External Diskette Drive
Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer’s USB ports.
Page 73: Options For Turning Off The Computer
Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one option available for turning off the computer: Turn Off or Shut Down, Hibernate, and Standby. Each option has its advantages. Turn Off or Shut Down Factors to consider when choosing either Turn Off or Shut Down: ❖...
Page 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖...
Page 75: Using The Turn Off Computer Or Shut Down Commands
Turning off the computer more quickly You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button. To use this method, you first need to activate it using Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance.
Page 76 Getting Started Turning off the computer Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. Click on the Setup Action tab. (Sample Image) Setup action settings screen Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. NOTE These options are set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power.
Page 77: Using And Configuring Hibernation Mode
To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Getting Started Turning off the computer ®...
Page 78 The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. 144. “TOSHIBA...
Page 79: Using And Configuring Standby Mode
To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Select Standby for the options you want. NOTE...
Page 80: Closing The Display Panel
Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more information, see additional custom settings you can choose. See page 132. 144. “Power Profiles” on page “TOSHIBA 108. There are “Utilities” on...
Page 81: Caring For Your Computer
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 computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable Getting Started Caring for your computer 113.
Page 82 Getting Started Caring for your computer To secure the computer: Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. Pass the locking end through the loop. Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot on your computer, then engage the locking device.
Page 83: Chapter 2: Learning The Basics
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives 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. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved.
Page 84 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
Page 85: Using The Keyboard
Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖...
Page 86: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl , and program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the keys at the top of the keyboard.
Page 87: Overlay Keys
Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric...
Page 88: Starting A Program
Learning the Basics Starting a program Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-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 89: Starting A Program From The Run Dialog Box
This example opens WordPad using Windows Click Start, and then All Programs. Click Accessories. Click Windows Explorer. Click My Computer to expand the window. In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in “(C:).” In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double-click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files.
Page 90: Saving Your Work
Learning the Basics Saving your work In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the program’s location, type the command line. For a program in the Windows program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For example, to access WordPad, type: c:\Program Files\Windows NT\Accessories\wordpad.exe, click OK.
Page 91 Saving files ® In your Windows If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name.
Page 92: Printing Your Work
Learning the Basics Printing your work File names The Windows contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % &...
Page 93: Backing Up Your Work
To print a file: If your printer is not on, turn it on now. In your Windows The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. Click Print.
Page 94: Restoring Your Work
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files.
Page 95: Optical Drive Components
Optical drive components The optical drive is located on the side of the computer. Your optical drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical drive Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the drive is in use. Eject button—Press to release the disc tray.
Page 96 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in discs”...
Page 97: Playing An Audio Cd
If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are ready to use the disc.
Page 98: Removing A Disc With The Computer On
Due to manufacturing and quality variations in third party optical media (e.g., CD or DVD) or optical media players/recorders, in certain cases, your Toshiba optical drive may not record on certain optical media that bear the applicable logo, or play back optical media recorded by other computers or optical media recorders.
Page 99: Caring For Optical Discs
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 100: Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you...
Page 101: Running The Computer On Battery Power
This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba notebook computer.
Page 102: Power Management
Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s Web site at...
Page 103: Charging The Main Battery
NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. The battery charges whether the computer is on or off.
Page 104: Monitoring Main Battery Power
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power NOTE Depending on your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the computer is turned on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working. To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours.
Page 105 NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. “Changing the main battery” on page 109 replacing the main battery.
Page 106: Determining Remaining Battery Power
Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then TOSHIBA Power Saver. Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box.
Page 107: Setting Battery Alarms
By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset Power Profiles. Using one of these profiles lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance.
Page 108: Power Profiles
To do this: Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then TOSHIBA Power Saver. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window Select an appropriate profile for your work environment or create your own custom profile.
Page 109: Using A Hot Key To Set The Power Profile
Using a hot key to set the Power Profile You may use a hot key to set the Power Profile. To set the Power Profile: Press pop-up window. (Sample Image) Power Profile pop-up window While continuing to press desired Power Profile. The Power Profile options are: Full Power, High Power, Normal, DVD Playback, Presentation, and Long Life.
Page 110: Removing The Battery From The Computer
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any data, save your files and then either completely shut down your computer or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery. Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: Save your work.
Page 111: Inserting A Charged Battery
Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Page 112 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery Slide the battery release lock to the locked position.
Page 113: Taking Care Of Your Battery
If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries.
Page 114: Maintaining Your Battery
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack will allow better accuracy of the battery meter. To fully discharge your battery pack: ❖ Periodically, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges.
Page 115: Disposing Of Used Batteries
If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. In addition, Toshiba’s recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events and consumer promotions. For details, visit www.ToshibaDirect.com, select Recycling &...
Page 116: 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 cords, and compact discs.
Page 117: Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the ® Windows operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Page 118: Finding Your Way Around The Desktop
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, Taskbar, System tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button (Sample Image) Windows Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
Page 119 NOTE If you place the cursor over an icon, a popup description of the file contents appears. Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration. See Windows information on each icon and how to use it. Start button You use the Start button to: ❖...
Page 120: Setting Up For Communications
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Typical tasks in the System tray are Current time, Power usage mode, Mouse properties, and speaker volume. To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate System tray icon. Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, or use an online service, you need: ❖...
Page 121: Connecting Your Computer To A Network
Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports. Accessing a network To access a network: ❖ At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer.
Page 122 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line.
Page 123: An Overview Of Using The Internet
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 ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖...
Page 124: Connecting To The Internet
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet ❖...
Page 125: Internet Features
Internet features The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help you perform many tasks. ❖ Internet email To send and receive email of your own, you need a mailbox on the Web or an email address. If you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service.
Page 126: Exploring Audio Features
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using the computer’s internal microphone (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. You can listen to sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers.
Page 127: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
NOTE The microphone on your computer might be set to Mute. To check this, click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, and then Volume Control. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers.
Page 128: Using An Expresscard
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using an ExpressCard NOTE To E-mail, instant message or video conference, you must be connected to the Internet. Depending on your computer model, the process of sending E-mail, taking pictures or recording video messages may vary. The Web camera software, by default, should already be running in the System tray.
Page 129: Removing An Expresscard
PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. The Bridge Media Adapter slot may also support other types of media. For a complete list of supported media, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot ®...
Page 130: Inserting Memory Media
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media. To copy data from one media to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of the Windows Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices.
Page 131 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed.
Page 132: Chapter 5: Utilities
❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖...
Page 133: Toshiba Assist
TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access TOSHIBA Assist, do one of the following: ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop.
Page 134: Connect
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Connect tab ® Connectivity Doctor...
Page 135: Secure
Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Secure tab Utilities TOSHIBA Assist...
Page 136: Protect & Fix
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Protect & Fix tab...
Page 137: Optimize
The features available in this category are: ❖ Hotkey assignment using ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Optimize tab Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Fn-esse®...
Page 138: Setting Passwords
When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password—Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily.
Page 139: Using A Supervisor Password
Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer.
Page 140: Using A User Password
Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your...
Page 141: Deleting A User Password
To register a password for the power-on password functions: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window Click Registered. Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify.
Page 142: Toshiba Pc Diagnostic Tool Utility
Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help. NOTE The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility may show tests for features you do not have. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility:...
Page 143: Fn-Esse
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. ® Starting Fn-esse Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist.
Page 144: Toshiba Power Saver
The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power usage for both AC power and battery power, as well as the estimated battery life for each power profile mode.
Page 145: Preset Power Profiles
Type the name for your new profile, and then click OK. Customizing a power profile Select the profile to be customized in the Profile panel. Make the desired changes to the settings on the Basic Setup tab and the Setup Action tab. Click Apply, then OK. Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver...
Page 146: Mouse Utility
To access the Mouse utility: Click Start, Control Panel, Printers and other Hardware, and then Mouse, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab TOSHIBA The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖...
Page 147: Toshiba Hardware Setup
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through the Windows system. To access it: ❖ Click the TOSHIBA Hardware Setup icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA The TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen – General tab...
Page 148 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ CPU—Allows you to enable or disable CPU frequency switching modes Dynamically Switchable—This mode is the default setting for your computer, and automatically changes the processing frequency and decreases voltage depending on the power source: ❖...
Page 149: Toshiba Zooming Utility
The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications you selected. To zoom in, hold down the down the key and press For more information about how to use the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility, right-click the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility “Hot Keys” on page ®...
Page 150: Cd/Dvd Drive Acoustic Silencer
Double-click the icon in the task tray, or click the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears. Click Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly for listening to music or audio files on a CD.
Page 151: Toshiba Accessibility
TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required. Using Accessibility lets you make the press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function.
Page 152: Chapter 6: 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 153 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with the next step. Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task.
Page 154: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery.
Page 155 Try turning the computer on again. If the computer starts normally, the AC adaptor may be defective and will need to be replaced (see the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com). If the AC power light starts flashing, remove the battery, and continue with the steps below.
Page 156: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working If the trickle-charging does not prove effective, visit the Toshiba Web site at Bulletin Step-Charging the computer’s battery (click the ® Ask Iris Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet, preferably in a different room.
Page 157: 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. To open the Startup menu: Restart your computer.
Page 158: Internet Problems
Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. 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 and Support to troubleshoot the problem first.
Page 159: A Plan Of Action
Click the Hardware link in the window’s left pane. A list of category links appear. Click the Fixing a hardware problem link. Choose from specific topics and follow the steps. If there is still a problem, the operating system should display a message that explains what the conflict is.
Page 160: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Plug and Play With Plug and Play and the operating system, avoiding hardware conflicts is easy. Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS (basic input/output system) and the operating system to automatically assign system resources to Plug and Play- compliant devices.
Page 161 Disabling a device Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Administrative Tools icon. Double-click Computer Management, then click Device Manager. Select the specific device from the device category. To expand a device category, double-click the category. In the toolbar, look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front.
Page 162: Memory Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one device to another. A Troubleshooting button is also present. Click Troubleshoot...
Page 163: Power And The Batteries
Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional high-capacity battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor or power cord/cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries.
Page 164: Keyboard Problems
After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 165: Display Problems
Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing simultaneously.
Page 166 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The built-in screen flickers. Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors. To reduce the amount of flickering, try using fewer colors. To change the number of colors displayed: Right-click in a blank area of the Windows Click Properties, and then the Settings tab.
Page 167: Disk Drive Problems
Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them.
Page 168: Optical Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Your data files are damaged or corrupted. Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures. Many software packages automatically create backup files. You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software. Consult your network administrator.
Page 169: Sound System Problems
For more information regarding supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the problem is with a data optical disc, refer to the software’s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program’s needs.
Page 170: Expresscard ® Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud.
Page 171 Double-click the appropriate ExpressCard, which will be listed under one of the categories shown, for example: Disk drives, Network adapters, Other, etc. The operating system displays your ExpressCard’s Properties dialog box, which contains information about your ExpressCard configuration and status. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert an ®...
Page 172: Printer Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict An ExpressCard 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. Refer to the card’s documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section.
Page 173: Modem Problems
The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to someone else. For more information regarding your system’s V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking...
Page 174 To determine if your computer has an internal Wi-Fi the device list in Device Manager (part of the Windows Panel). Some Toshiba models may have a Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch even though they do not have an internal Wi-Fi ❖...
Page 175: Dvd Operating Problems
❖ The IP address for each active network adapter will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to your router or broadband modem, by plugging a standard CAT5 Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the ®...
Page 176 “Checking device properties” on page 161 on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
Page 177: Develop Good Computing Habits
Select the Settings tab. Select the Advanced Flat Panel tab. Click Disable Display Stretch Feature. Click OK. The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title. If the screen saver is enabled, it runs on top of any movie or title you are watching.
Page 178: Data And System Configuration Backup In The Windows Operating System
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits ❖ Connect your computer to the office network and copy files to your network partition. Some people use a combination of these methods, backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to diskette on a daily basis.
Page 179 Follow these steps to create a Restore Point using the System Restore utility: Click Start, and then Help and Support. Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your computer with System Restore. Click Create a restore point, and then click Next. In the Restore point description field, enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understood in the future, such as “Before installing Brand X Accounting app.”...
Page 180 An external hard drive is recommended in case the internal hard drive fails. No additional software is required. Most of the optical drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or ‘burn’) as well as read from optical discs.
Page 181 NOTE Documents and other data files that you create as you work are typically stored in the My Documents folder. You may also wish to back up other important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: ❖...
Page 182 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits A list of your Favorites folders will appear, with the top-level Favorites folder selected (highlighted). Click Next to back up all of your Favorites, or select a particular Favorites folder to back up, then click Next. In the Export Favorites Destination window, use the Browse button to browse to the My Documents folder.
Page 183: If You Need Further Assistance
Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation.
Page 184: Contacting Toshiba
Go to the Tech Support Center, select your particular model from the list and go to the Detailed Specifications for that model. 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 185: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D-93055 Regensburg Germany Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 Japan Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. CP 11000 Mexico, DF.
Page 186 Spain United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm. United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road...
Page 187: 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 the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer.
Page 188: With A Password
Hot Keys Password security With a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. If you set a blank screen saver, pressing the Fn + F1 key combination to activate instant security will cause the screen to go blank.
Page 189: Power Profile
(Sample Image) Power profiles The properties of each power profile are set in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility. For more information, see “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page Standby mode This hot key places the computer into Standby mode.
Page 190: Hibernation Mode
Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box.
Page 191: Display Modes
Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ (Sample Image) Display options window To use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
Page 192: Disabling Or Enabling Wireless Devices
TouchPad™” on page (Sample Image) Disable or Enable TouchPad options Zooming applications in/out This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom-out. For more information, see Utility” on page This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom-in.
Page 193: 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. This hot key switches screen resolution. [Space bar] Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys...
Page 194: Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved...
Page 195: Appendix C: Using Configfree ® With Your Toshiba Computer
Appendix C Using ConfigFree Toshiba Computer NOTE All references to Bluetooth Bluetooth ® ConfigFree communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks. NOTE For more information on using ConfigFree, see the ConfigFree online Help.
Page 196: Getting Started
Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon the desired utility. NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the Taskbar is displayed with an “X.”...
Page 197 ® Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities.
Page 198: Configfree ® Utilities
The Connectivity Doctor displays the following information: ❖ WEP (Used, not Used) ❖ Wired connection line (link speed) ❖ Wireless connection line (signal strength and link speed) ❖ Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) ® with your Toshiba Computer ® Utilities...
Page 199 ® Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ® ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address.
Page 200: Search For Wireless Devices
The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth displays information about them on a virtual map. To search for wireless devices: Click the ® with your Toshiba Computer ® Utilities When checked, the ConfigFree system tray. Displays ConfigFree setting screen.
Page 201 The Search for Wireless Devices feature identifies if a device is IEEE 802.11a, b, or g. It also includes an option to display hidden access point availability. (Sample Image) Viewing Wi-Fi ® with your Toshiba Computer ® ConfigFree Utilities ®...
Page 202 Drag and drop the device you want to connect to the computer icon at the center of the map. The Wireless Settings screen appears. (Sample Image) Dragging a device to the Access Point (Sample Image) Wireless settings screen ® with your Toshiba Computer ® Utilities ® Launcher. ®...
Page 203 Transferring files using Bluetooth There are several ways to use Bluetooth devices. To select the device using the Bluetooth ❖ Open the Bluetooth ® with your Toshiba Computer ® ConfigFree Utilities ® devices ® ®...
Page 204 (Sample Image) Dragging the file to the Bluetooth Or, you can right-click the file and select Send to Bluetooth Devices. (Sample Image) Selecting Send to Bluetooth Choose a file recipient. ® with your Toshiba Computer ® Utilities ® Launcher. ®...
Page 205: Profile Settings
Dial-up connection settings for the default connection ❖ File and printer sharing settings ❖ Printer settings for the default printer ❖ Bluetooth ® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree ® device ® device: ® profiles are useful for easily switching ®...
Page 206 C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE Click OK. Press to show more capture options (Sample Image) Add Profile screen ® with your Toshiba Computer ® Utilities icon in the system tray. icon at the bottom of the screen to display more ®...
Page 207: Configfree ® Summit
The SUMMIT utility uses the following types of connections: ❖ Wireless LAN via Access Point ❖ Wireless LAN via Ad Hoc ❖ LAN (same subnet) ® with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree ® SUMMIT utility is a convenient way to share files ® Utilities...
Page 208 Files can be shared with one user or all users attending the meeting. ❖ To share a file with one user, drag and drop the file on the user’s icon. ® with your Toshiba Computer ® Utilities ® PAN/LAP Select users...
Page 209 If you are the Host of the summit, and drag a file to the center of the SUMMIT table, it will automatically be sent to all SUMMIT users who can then accept or decline the file as desired. (Sample Image) Sharing a file with all users ® with your Toshiba Computer ® ConfigFree Utilities...
Page 210 Right-click the file and choose a file recipient. Click Send. An Access Point may not always be available. To find out how to use Quick Connect to launch ConfigFree Summit, see Toshiba Device” on page ® with your Toshiba Computer ®...
Page 211: Quick Connect
NOTE Because the wireless LAN’s default connection setting is for Ad Hoc mode, the Toshiba Wireless Projector will not connect if the projector is set to Infrastructure mode. If this occurs, you can change the wireless LAN’s connection setting to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on the projector.
Page 212 ❖ If you close ConfigFree. Direct Link Toshiba Device When Access Point is not available, use the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature to connect your computer in Ad Hoc (peer-to-peer) mode and use the Summit feature. To use this feature:...
Page 213: Using The Automatic Switch
Using ConfigFree wireless network setting to Ad Hoc mode, and launches the SUMMIT feature. (Sample Image) Using the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on. This feature is...
Page 214: Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
Several profiles can be defined for a single SSID. In this case, several notification windows are displayed. By clicking these windows, you can switch to the profile for that location. ® with your Toshiba Computer icon in the system tray.
Page 215: 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 DIMM alternating current basic input/output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read-only memory compact disc rewrite memory...
Page 216 Glossary DSTN DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory EPROM HTML IEEE LPT1 MIDI PCMCIA SCSI 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 gigabyte hard disk drive...
Page 217 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 218 Glossary baud rate — The speed at which a communication device, such as a printer or modem, transmits information. Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) —...
Page 219 central processing unit (CPU) — The chip that functions as the “brain” of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to another device that uses the information. character —...
Page 220 Glossary default — The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting. device — A component attached to the computer. Devices may be external (outside the computer’s case) or internal (inside the computer’s case). Printers, disk drives, and modems are examples of devices.
Page 221 double-click — To press and release the pointing device’s primary button rapidly twice without moving the pointing device. In the Windows button, unless otherwise stated. double-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB of information (half the capacity of a high-density diskette). See also diskette, high-density diskette.
Page 222 Glossary file — A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique name. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a document. See also document. file allocation table (FAT) — The section of a disk that keeps track of the location of files stored on the disk.
Page 223 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 224 Glossary liquid crystal display (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it.
Page 225 network — A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities. A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with other users and to exchange electronic mail. non-interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen.
Page 226 Glossary pointing device — Any device, such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that enables you to move the cursor on the screen. port — A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor —...
Page 227 ROM (read-only memory) — Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. Non-volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer’s BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up.
Page 228 Glossary universal serial bus (USB) — USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bits per second). USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all- purpose USB port. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus, hot swapping, serial.
Page 229: Index
48 not charging 163 power profile 189 power profile hot key 109 real-time clock (RTC) 101 removing 110 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 130 removing memory media 130 button power 51 start 119...
Page 230 Index communications network connection 121 set up 120 system resources 159 compact disc positioning 96 compact discs handling 96 removing 98 computer caring for 81 cleaning 81 moving 81 non-system disk or disk error message 155 not accessing disk drives 154 running on battery power 101 setting up 43 warning resume failure message...
Page 231 errors 172 hot swapping fails 171 inserting 128 not recognized 171 problem solving 170 removing 129 external monitor not working 166 mouse 70 external diskette drive connecting 72 external display, adjusting 69 FAT (File Allocation Table) 167 file extensions 92 file, backing up 84 files backing up 93...
Page 232 Index keyboard character keys 85 function keys 86 hot keys 193 not working 154 overlay keys 87 troubleshooting 164 using 85 Windows® special keys 86 keyboard, external 69 keyboard, full-size 85 lock computer, using 81 main battery removing 110 memory adding 51 problem solving 162 removing memory module slot...
Page 233 166 checking device properties 161 computer hangs when ExpressCard® inserted 171 computer will not power up 154 contacting Toshiba 183 corrupted/damaged data files 168 Device Manager 160 disabling a device 161 disk drive is slow 167 display is blank 165 ExpressCard®...
Page 234 121 television adjusting display 69 Toshiba registering computer 45 worldwide offices 185 TOSHIBA Assist 133 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 147 Toshiba online resources 99 traveling tips 116 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 175 external keyboard 164 keyboard 164...
Page 235 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 120 Windows® Explorer 88 Windows® operating system Help and Support 158 problem solving 156 Windows® operating system desktop Windows® Start menu 88 wireless networking 120 Wizards New Connection Wizard 121 World Wide Web 123 www 123 Index...

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Toshiba L300-EZ1004X User Manual

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

Chapter 5: Utilities

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

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