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Toshiba A45-S1301 User Manual (277 pages)
Toshiba Notebook PC User's Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.75 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
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Regulatory Information
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
35
This Guide
36
Safety Icons
37
Other Icons Used
38
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
39
Chapter 1: Getting Started
40
Selecting a Place to Work
40
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
40
Important Information about Your CPU Cooling Fan
41
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
42
Precautions
45
Setting up Your Computer
46
Setting up Your Software
47
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
47
Adding External Devices
48
Connecting to a Power Source
49
Charging the Main Battery
51
Using the Computer for the First Time
52
Opening the Display Panel
52
Turning on the Power
53
Activating the Power-On Password
54
Using the Touchpad
55
Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch
58
Setting up a Printer
62
Installing Additional Memory (Optional)
65
Removing a Memory Module
72
Connecting a Mouse
75
Connecting a Printer
75
Connecting a USB Printer
75
Connecting a Parallel Printer
75
Using External Display Devices
76
Connecting an External Monitor
76
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
76
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
77
Display Limitations
77
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
78
Using an External Keyboard
79
Powering off the Computer
79
Caring for Your Computer
80
Cleaning the Computer
81
Moving the Computer
81
Using a Computer Lock
81
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
83
Computing Tips
83
Using the Keyboard
84
Character Keys
85
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
85
Function Keys
85
Windows Special Keys
86
Overlay Keys
86
Emulating a Full-Size Keyboard
88
Starting a Program
88
Saving Your Work
89
Printing Your Work
90
Backing up Your Files
90
Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction Drive
91
DVD-ROM Drive Components
92
CD/DVD Control Buttons
93
CD/DVD and Digital Audio Modes
94
Inserting a Disc
95
Playing an Audio CD
97
Viewing the Contents of a CD or DVD
99
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
99
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
100
Caring for Cds and Dvds
100
Setting up for Communications
100
Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
101
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
101
Powering down the Computer
102
Turn off or Shut down Command
103
Restart Command
103
Hibernation Command
104
Standby Command
104
Using Turn off or Shut down
105
Turning off or Shutting down more Quickly
107
Starting Again after Turn off or Shut down
108
Using Hibernation
109
Enabling the Hibernation Command
109
Going into Hibernation Mode
109
Going into Hibernation Mode more Quickly
110
Starting Again from Hibernation Mode
112
Using Standby
112
Going into Standby Mode more Quickly
114
Starting Again from Standby
116
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
117
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
117
Running the Computer on Battery Power
117
Battery Notice
118
Power Management
118
Using Additional Batteries
119
Charging the Batteries
119
Charging the Main Battery
119
Charging the RTC Battery
120
Monitoring Battery Power
121
Determining Remaining Battery Power
122
Conserving Battery Power
123
What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
124
Setting Battery Alarms
124
Changing the Main Battery
125
Removing the Battery from the Computer
125
Inserting the Battery in the Computer
127
Taking Care of Your Battery
128
Safety Precautions
128
Maximizing Battery Life
129
Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
130
Traveling Tips
130
Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Windows
132
Lesson 1: Exploring the Desktop
133
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
133
Windows ® XP File System
135
Lesson 2: Using the Touchpad and Control Buttons Together
136
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet
139
Lesson 4: Creating a New Document
140
Lesson 5: Creating a New Folder
141
Lesson 6: Starting Programs
142
Lesson 7: Resizing, Repositioning, and Hiding Windows
144
Using the Taskbar
145
Minimizing and Maximizing Windows
145
Resizing and Moving Windows
146
Lesson 8: Closing Programs
147
Lesson 9: Creating Shortcuts
148
Creating a Shortcut to the Calculator
148
Creating a Shortcut to the Character Map
149
Lesson 10: Changing the Screen Saver
151
Lesson 11: Setting the Date and Time
154
Lesson 12: Removing Objects from the Desktop
156
Lesson 13: Using System Restore
158
Lesson 14: if I am Lost, What Do I Do
159
Windows ® XP Help and Support Center
159
Using the Online Tours and Tutorials
161
Lesson 15: Turning off Your Computer
162
Chapter 5: Exploring Your Options
163
Windows XP Special Features
163
Personalizing Your Desktop
164
Customizing the Taskbar
164
Bringing the World to Your Desktop
165
Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
166
Personalizing Individual Windows
167
Customizing Window Toolbars
168
Displaying Information about each Folder
169
Using Your Computer at the Office
170
Setting up for Communications
171
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
172
Setting up a Dial-Up Connection
172
Exchanging Data with Another Computer
173
Transferring Files Using a Parallel Port Connection
173
Getting Help Transferring Files
173
Setting up a Wireless Connection
174
Accessing the Wireless Modules Using Your System Tray
174
Connecting to the Internet
175
An Overview of Using the Internet
176
The Internet
176
The World Wide Web
176
Internet Service Providers
177
Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
177
Surfing the Internet
177
Internet Features
178
Uploading and Downloading Files on the Internet
178
Toshiba's Online Resources
179
Exploring Video Features
179
Changing the Display Properties Setting
179
Playing Dvds
180
Display Settings Hot Key
181
Exploring Audio Features
181
Recording Sounds
181
Using a Microphone
181
Adjusting Recording Settings
182
Using External Speakers or Headphones
183
Using PC Cards
183
PC Card Supporting Software
184
Inserting PC Cards
184
Removing PC Cards
185
Hot Swapping
186
Using SD Cards
186
Inserting an SD Card
186
Removing an SD Card
187
Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities
188
TOSHIBA Accessibility
188
Fn-Esse
190
Starting Fn-Esse
190
Assigning a Key to a Program or Document
191
Viewing Existing Key Assignments
193
Changing or Removing Existing Key Assignments
193
Hotkey Utility
193
TOSHIBA Console
194
Customize Your Computer
195
Security
196
Power Management
196
Toshiba Hardware Setup
198
Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong
201
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
201
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
203
The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
204
The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
205
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
205
Internet Problems
206
The Windows XP Operating System Can Help You
206
Resolving a Hardware Conflict
207
A Plan of Action
207
Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
208
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
210
Memory Module Problems
212
Power and the Batteries
213
Keyboard Problems
214
Display Problems
215
Disk Drive Problems
217
DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
219
Sound System Problems
221
PC Card Problems
222
Printer Problems
225
Modem Problems
226
Develop Good Computing Habits
227
If You Need Further Assistance
228
Before You Call
228
Contacting Toshiba
229
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
230
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
230
Appendix A: Hot Keys
233
Volume Mute
233
Instant Password Security
233
Without a Password
234
With a Password
234
Maintaining Security When the Battery Is Not Fully Charged
235
Power Usage Mode
236
Standby Mode
237
Hibernation Mode
238
Display Modes
239
Display Brightness
239
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
240
Keyboard Hot Keys
240
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors
241
Appendix C: Using Configfree
242
With Your Computer
242
Getting Started
243
Configfree Main Screen
243
Starting Configfree
244
Configuring Configfree
244
Configfree Utilities
245
Connectivity Doctor
245
Device Settings
246
Profile Settings
248
Quick Connect
249
Using Auto Switch
250
Auto Switch (Cable Disconnect)
251
Auto Switch (SSID)
251
Glossary
252
Index
268
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