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Toshiba Tecra A7 Series User Manual (307 pages)
A7-ST7711 User's Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.42 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
12
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
18
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
19
Regulatory Statements
20
Table of Contents
26
Introduction
35
Safety Icons
37
Other Icons Used
38
This Guide
37
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
39
Chapter 1: Getting Started
40
Selecting a Place to Work
40
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
40
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
41
Precautions
41
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
43
Setting up Your Computer
44
Setting up Your Software
45
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
46
Adding Optional External Devices
46
Connecting to a Power Source
47
Charging the Main Battery
50
Using the Computer for the First Time
51
Opening the Display Panel
51
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
52
Turning on the Power
53
Adding Memory (Optional)
54
Installing a Memory Module
54
Removing a Memory Module
60
Checking Total Memory
63
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
63
Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
64
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Partition
66
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Media
71
Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility
74
Installing Drivers and Applications
75
Using the Touchpad
75
Scrolling with the Touchpad
76
Control Buttons
76
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
77
Using External Display Devices
78
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
79
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
80
Using an External Keyboard
80
Using a Mouse
81
Connecting a Printer
81
Setting up a Printer
82
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
83
Turning off the Computer
84
Options for Turning off the Computer
84
Using the Turn off Computer or Shut down Commands
87
Using and Configuring Hibernation Mode
89
Using and Configuring Standby Mode
91
Closing the Display Panel
93
Caring for Your Computer
93
Cleaning the Computer
93
Moving the Computer
93
Using a Computer Lock
94
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
95
Computing Tips
95
Using the Keyboard
97
Character Keys
97
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
97
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
98
Function Keys
98
Windows Special Keys
99
Overlay Keys
99
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
100
Starting a Program
100
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
101
Starting a Program from Windows Explorer
102
Starting a Program from the Run Dialog Box
103
Saving Your Work
104
File Names
105
Printing Your Work
106
Backing up Your Work
107
Restoring Your Work
108
Using the Optical Drive
108
Optical Drive Components
109
Inserting a Compact Disc
110
Playing an Audio CD
112
Playing Optical Media
113
Creating a CD/DVD
114
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
115
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
115
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
116
Toshiba's Online Resources
116
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
117
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
117
Running the Computer on Battery Power
117
Battery Notice
118
Power Management
119
Using Additional Batteries
119
Charging Batteries
120
Charging the Main Battery
120
Charging the RTC Battery
121
Monitoring Main Battery Power
122
Determining Remaining Battery Power
124
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
125
Setting Battery Alarms
125
Conserving Battery Power
126
Power Profiles
127
Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile
128
Changing the Main Battery
129
Removing the Battery from the Computer
129
Inserting a Charged Battery
131
Taking Care of Your Battery
132
Safety Precautions
132
Maximizing Battery Life
133
Disposing of Used Batteries
135
Traveling Tips
136
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
137
Exploring the Desktop
137
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
138
Setting up for Communications
140
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
142
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
144
An Overview of Using the Internet
146
The Internet
147
The World Wide Web
147
Internet Service Providers
147
Connecting to the Internet
148
Surfing the Internet
149
Internet Features
149
Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
150
Exploring Audio Features
150
Recording Sounds
150
Using a Microphone
151
Using External Speakers or Headphones
152
Using PC Cards
153
Inserting a PC Card
153
Removing a PC Card
154
Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
155
Using an Expresscard
155
Inserting an Expresscard
155
Removing an Expresscard
156
Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot
157
Inserting Memory Media
158
Removing Memory Media
158
Using the I.link® Port
159
Using an Expansion Device
160
Using an Optional Advanced Port Replicator III Plus with Your Computer
160
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
161
TOSHIBA Assist
162
Connect
163
Secure
164
Protect & Fix
165
Optimize
166
TOSHIBA Application Installer
167
Setting Passwords
168
Using an Instant Password
168
Setting a User Password
169
Disabling a User Password
169
Using a Supervisor or User Password
170
Setting a Supervisor Password
170
Deleting a Supervisor Password
171
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
172
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility
173
Fn-Esse
174
Starting Fn-Esse
174
Using Drag-And-Drop to Assign a Key
175
Using the Keyboard or Pointing Device to Assign a Key
176
Viewing Existing Key Assignments
177
Changing or Removing Existing Key Assignments
177
TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility
178
TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
179
TOSHIBA Power Saver
180
Preset Power Profiles
181
Quickly Creating a New Power Profile
181
Customizing a Power Profile
181
Mouse Utility
182
Toshiba Hardware Setup
183
TOSHIBA Mobile Extension
186
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
187
TOSHIBA Button Controls
189
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
190
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
191
Toshiba Accessibility
192
Fingerprint Authentication Utility
193
Fingerprint Utility Limitations
193
Fingerprint Enrollment
193
Fingerprint Logon
195
Power-On Security
195
Control Center
197
Password Bank
199
Care and Maintenance of Your Fingerprint Reader
203
Fingerprint Reader Limitations
205
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
206
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
206
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
208
The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
212
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
212
Internet Problems
214
The Windows XP Operating System Can Help You
214
Resolving a Hardware Conflict
215
A Plan of Action
215
Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
216
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
217
Memory Problems
219
Power and the Batteries
220
Keyboard Problems
222
Display Problems
223
Disk Drive Problems
225
Optical Drive Problems
228
Sound System Problems
229
PC Card Problems
230
Printer Problems
233
Modem Problems
234
Wireless Networking Problems
235
DVD Operating Problems
238
Develop Good Computing Habits
241
Data and System Configuration Backup in Windows XP
242
If You Need Further Assistance
248
Before You Contact Toshiba
248
Contacting Toshiba
249
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
250
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
250
Appendix A: Hot Keys
252
Volume Mute
252
Password Security
253
Without a Password
253
With a Password
253
Maintaining Security When the Battery Is Not Fully Charged
254
Power Profile
255
Standby Mode
255
Hibernation Mode
256
Display Modes
257
Display Brightness
257
Disabling or Enabling Wireless Devices
258
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
258
Zooming Applications In/Out
259
Keyboard Hot Keys
259
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
260
Computer
261
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba
262
Getting Started
262
Starting Configfree
262
Configfree Utilities
264
Connectivity Doctor
264
Search for Wireless Devices
268
Profile Settings
273
Configfree SUMMIT
277
Quick Connect
280
Using the Automatic Switch
284
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
285
Glossary
286
Index
301
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Toshiba Tecra A7 Series User Manual (239 pages)
A7-ST7712 User's Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.49 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
12
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
19
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
20
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
20
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
27
Introduction
35
This Guide
36
Safety Icons
37
Other Icons Used
37
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Getting Started
39
Selecting a Place to Work
39
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
39
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
40
Precautions
40
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
41
Setting up Your Computer
42
Setting up Your Software
42
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
43
Adding Optional External Devices
43
Connecting to a Power Source
44
Charging the Main Battery
46
Using the Computer for the First Time
47
Opening the Display Panel
47
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
48
Turning on the Power
48
Adding Memory (Optional)
49
Installing a Memory Module
49
Removing a Memory Module
54
Checking Total Memory
56
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
57
Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
57
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options
59
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Media
63
Installing Drivers and Applications
64
Using the Touchpad
64
Scrolling with the Touchpad
65
Control Buttons
65
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
65
Using External Display Devices
65
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
66
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
67
Using an External Keyboard
68
Using a Mouse
68
Connecting a Printer
68
Setting up a Printer
69
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
69
Turning off the Computer
70
Options for Turning off the Computer
70
Using the Shut down Command
72
Using and Configuring Hibernation Mode
75
Using and Configuring Sleep Mode
77
Closing the Display Panel
80
Customizing Your Computer's Settings
80
Caring for Your Computer
80
Cleaning the Computer
80
Moving the Computer
80
Using a Computer Lock
81
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
82
Computing Tips
82
Using the Keyboard
83
Character Keys
84
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
84
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
84
Function Keys
85
Special Windows Keys
85
Overlay Keys
86
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
86
Starting a Program
87
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
87
Starting a Program from Windows Explorer
88
Starting a Program Using the Start Search Field
89
Saving Your Work
89
Printing Your Work
91
Backing up Your Work
92
Restoring Your Work
92
Using the Optical Drive
93
Optical Drive Components
93
Inserting a Compact Disc
94
Playing an Audio CD
96
Playing Optical Media
97
Creating a CD/DVD
97
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
98
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
98
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
99
Toshiba's Online Resources
99
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
103
Charging the Main Battery
103
Charging the RTC Battery
104
Monitoring Main Battery Power
105
Determining Remaining Battery Power
106
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
107
Setting Battery Notifications
107
Conserving Battery Power
108
Power Plans
109
Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Plan
110
Changing the Main Battery
111
Removing the Battery from the Computer
111
Inserting a Charged Battery
113
Taking Care of Your Battery
114
Safety Precautions
114
Maintaining Your Battery
115
Disposing of Used Batteries
116
Traveling Tips
117
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
118
Exploring the Desktop
118
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
119
Setting up for Communications
121
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
122
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
123
An Overview of Using the Internet
125
The Internet
126
The World Wide Web
126
Internet Service Providers
126
Connecting to the Internet
126
Surfing the Internet
127
Internet Features
127
Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
128
Exploring Audio Features
128
Recording Sounds
128
Using External Speakers or Headphones
129
Using PC Cards
129
Inserting a PC Card
130
Removing a PC Card
130
Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
131
Using an Expresscard
131
Inserting an Expresscard
131
Removing an Expresscard
132
Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot
133
Inserting Memory Media
133
Removing Memory Media
134
Using the I.link® Port
134
Using an Expansion Device
135
Using an Optional Advanced Port Replicator III Plus with Your Computer
135
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
136
TOSHIBA Assist
137
Connect
138
Secure
139
Protect & Fix
140
Optimize
141
TOSHIBA Application Installer
142
Setting Passwords
143
Using an Instant Password
143
Using a User Password
144
Deleting a User Password
145
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
146
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility
147
TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
148
Mouse Utility
149
Toshiba Hardware Setup
150
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
152
TOSHIBA Button Controls
153
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
154
TOSHIBA Accessibility
155
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
156
Fingerprint Authentication Utility
157
Fingerprint Utility Limitations
157
Fingerprint Enrollment
157
Fingerprint Logon
159
Power-On Security
159
Control Center
160
Password Bank
162
Care and Maintenance of Your Fingerprint Reader
165
Configfree
167
Getting Started
168
Configfree Utilities
168
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
171
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
171
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
172
The Windows® Operating System Is Not Working
175
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
175
Internet Problems
176
The Windows Operating System Can Help You
176
Resolving a Hardware Conflict
177
A Plan of Action
177
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
178
Memory Problems
179
Power and the Batteries
180
Keyboard Problems
181
Display Problems
182
Disk Drive Problems
184
Optical Drive Problems
185
Sound System Problems
186
PC Card Problems
187
Printer Problems
189
Modem Problems
189
Wireless Networking Problems
190
DVD Operating Problems
193
Develop Good Computing Habits
194
Data and System Configuration Backup in Windows
195
If You Need Further Assistance
199
Before You Contact Toshiba
199
Contacting Toshiba
200
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
200
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
201
Appendix A: Hot Keys
203
Hot Key Cards
203
Using the Hot Key Cards
204
Application Cards
205
Using the Application Cards
205
Card Case
206
Hot Key Functions
207
Volume Mute
207
Password Security
208
Power Plan
209
Sleep Mode
210
Hibernation Mode
211
Display Modes
212
Display Brightness
213
Disabling or Enabling Wireless Devices
214
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
215
Changing Screen Resolution
216
Keyboard Hot Key Functions
217
Toshiba Tecra A7 Series Resource Manual (56 pages)
Resource Guide for Tecra A7
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 0.69 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
Device Authorization
6
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
7
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
13
Regulatory Statements
14
Introduction
19
Setting up Your Computer and Getting Started
21
Connecting to a Power Source
22
On Your Computer
22
Connecting a Printer
24
Adding Memory (Optional)
25
The Computer
27
Removing a Memory Module
30
Your Computer's TFT Display
31
Inserting a PC Card
31
Removing a PC Card
32
Learning the Basics
32
Using the Touchpad
33
Using the Optical Drive
34
Inserting a Compact Disc
35
Moving the Computer
37
Mobile Computing
38
Monitoring Main Battery Power
39
Setting Battery Alarms
39
Changing the Main Battery
40
Save Your Work
40
Taking Care of Your Battery
42
Maximizing Battery Life
43
Disposing of Used Batteries
44
If Something Goes Wrong
45
Display Problems
48
If You Need Further Assistance
50
Power Cord/Cable Connectors
52
Features and Specifications
52
Index
53
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