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Toshiba Satellite P20-8PW User Manual

Toshiba Satellite P20-8PW User Manual (142 pages)

Toshiba Satellite P20-8PW: User Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 11.75 MB

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions
3
When Using Your Computer
3
Bluetooth Technology
10
Important Notice
10
Lcd Display
12
Working Environment
13
Wireless Interoperability
15
Wireless Lan and Your Health
15
Limitation of Liability
16
Usage Restrictions
16
Regulatory Information
18
Table of Contents
24
Introduction
29
This Guide
29
Safety Icons
30
Service Options
30
Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around

31
- Making Sure You Have Everything
  31
- Front with the Display Closed
  31
  - CD/Digital Control Buttons
    32
  - System Status Indicators
    33
- Left Side
  35
- Right Side
  36
- Rear Side
  37
- Bottom Side
  39
- Front with the Display Open
  40
Chapter 2 Getting Started

44
- Selecting a Place to Work
  44
  - Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
    44
  - Keeping Yourself Comfortable
    45
  - Computer Placement
    45
  - Seating and Posture
    45
  - Lighting
    46
  - Arms and Wrists
    46
  - Work Habits
    47
  - Other Precautions
    47
- Setting up Your Computer
  48
  - Connecting the AC Adapter
    48
  - Charging the Battery
    49
- Connecting a Printer
  50
- Connecting a Mouse
  51
  - Using a USB Pointing Device
    51
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  52
  - Turning on the Computer
    52
  - Using the Touch Pad
    53
  - Adjusting Brightness
    54
  - Hotkeys
    54
  - Stickykeys
    56
  - Registering Your Computer
    56
Chapter 3 Learning the Basics

57
- Precautions
  57
- Computing Tips
  58
- Using the Keyboard
  59
  - Character Keys
    59
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    59
  - Function Keys
    59
  - Windows Special Keys
    60
  - Overlay Keys
    60
  - Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
    60
  - Using the Cursor Control Overlay
    61
- Starting a Program
  61
- Saving Your Work
  62
  - File Names
    62
- Printing Your Work
  63
- Backing up Your Files
  63
  - Copying to a Diskette
    63
- Working with Stickykeys
  64
  - Activating Stickykeys
    64
- User-Defined Buttons
  64
- Using Compact Discs and Dvds
  65
- Using PC Cards
  67
  - Inserting PC Cards
    68
  - Removing PC Cards
    69
  - Hot Swapping
    69
- Using SD Cards
  70
- Using Your Computer as a Desktop Computer
  72
  - Using a Computer Lock
    72
- Setting up Communications
  73
- Turning off the Computer
  76
- Caring for Your Computer
  76
  - Cleaning the Computer
    76
  - Moving the Computer
    76
- Restoring the Pre-Installed Software
  77
  - Restoring the Complete System
    77
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  77
Chapter 4 Mobile Computing

78
- Toshiba's Energy-Saving Design
  78
- Managing Power Usage
  78
- Charging Batteries
  80
  - Charging the Battery
    80
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    81
- Monitoring Battery Power
  82
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    82
- Conserving Battery Power
  83
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    83
- Battery Alarms
  84
- Changing the Battery
  85
  - Removing the Battery
    85
  - Inserting a Battery
    86
- Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  86
- Travelling Tips
  87
Chapter 5 Using Advanced Features

88
- Multiple Displays
  88
- Playing Dvds
  92
  - Using a CD-RW, DVD-R/-RW or DVD Multi Drive
    92
  - About DVD-RAM
    92
- Playing Cds, Dvds and Digital Music Files with the Computer on or off
  93
  - CD Mode
    93
  - Digital Mode
    94
- Using the FIR Port
  94
- Using the TOSHIBA Remote Control
  95
- Using Wireless LAN
  96
- Using the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility
  97
Chapter 6 Expanding & Upgrading

98
- Using External Peripherals
  98
- Connecting a USB Keyboard
  99
- Connecting an External USB Pointing Device
  100
- Connecting an External Monitor
  101
- Connecting a Television
  102
- Connecting Audio Devices
  103
  - Connecting External Speakers
    103
- Connecting a Microphone
  104
- Connecting a Line-In
  104
- Additional Options
  105
  - External Floppy Disk Drive
    105
  - Module Bay Options
    105
- Upgrading System Memory
  106
  - Installing Additional Memory
    106
Chapter 7 If Something Goes Wrong

109
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  109
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  110
- Fixing Device-Related Problems
  111
- Memory Module Problems
  111
- Power Problems
  112
- Keyboard Problems
  113
- Display Problems
  114
- Disk Drive Problems
  115
- CD-ROM Drive Problems
  117
- Sound System Problems
  117
- PC Card Problems
  118
- Resolving PC Card Problems
  118
- Printer Problems
  120
- Modem Problems
  121
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  122
- If You Need Further Assistance
  123
Appendix A Hot Keys

124
Appendix B Features and Specifications

126
Appendix C Power Cable Connectors

130
Appendix D Display Modes

131
Appendix E the TOSHIBA International Warranty

132
Appendix F if Your Computer Is Stolen

138
- Toshiba Theft Registration
  139
- Index
  140

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