Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto M30X-S171ST del fabbricante Toshiba
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PMAD00020011 08/04 Satellite ® M30X/M35X Series User’ s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ T oshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the Unite d States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see “If Something Goes W rong” on page 155 in this guide.
2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical kno wn to the State o f California to ca use birth defe cts or other reproductive harm.
3 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications. ” “Critical applications” means life s upport sy stems, medical ap.
4 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 This device complies with P art 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following tw o conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept an y interferen ce receiv ed, including interference that may cause undesired operatio n.
5 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0. 3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. Connection to party line service is subject to state tarif fs. Contact the state public utility commission, public se rvice co mmission or corpor ation commission for information.
6 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distan ce transmission char ges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer .
7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 NO TICE: The Ringer Equi valence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device pro vides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface.
8 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Wireless LAN and your Health W ireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy . The level of ener gy emitted by W ireless LAN devices howe ver is far much less than the elect romagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices lik e for example mobile phones.
9 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this de vice may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause unde sired operation of th is device.
10 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Finnish: V almistaja TOSHIB A Corp . Digital Media Network Company vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten v aatimusten ja sitä koskev ien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
11 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 USA – Federal Communica tions Commission (FCC) This device complies with P art 15 of FC C Rules. Operation of the de vices in a W ireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference.
12 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this pr oduct to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.
13 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2. Indication The indication shown belo w appears on this equipment. 1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. O F: This equipment uses OFDM modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.
14 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Ap prov al Number: 03NY .A0018, 03GZD A0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wire less module into other device.
15 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Europe - Restrictions for us e of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: For pri vate usage outside buildings acr oss public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required.
16 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 802.11a (5 GHz) Tu r b o M o d e ( 5 G H z ) Europe - Restrictions for use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries O: allowed × : forbidden ❖ T o remain in conformance with Euro pean spectrum usage laws for W ireless LAN operation, the above 2.
17 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands i n the European Community . Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devi ces without a W ireless LAN Access Point.
18 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 802.11a (5 GHz) Tu r b o M o d e ( 5 G H z ) Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel ® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approv ed to the radio standard by the countries/re gions in the following table.
19 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the T oshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approv ed to the radio standard by the countries/re gions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in th e countries/regions in the follow ing table.
20 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Bluetooth wireless technology is a ne w innovative technology , and TO SHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of i ts Bl uetooth™ products with all PCs and/ or equipment using Bluetooth wireless tech nology other than TOSH IBA portable comp uters.
21 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually revie w and interpre t the extensiv e research literature.
22 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Caution: FCC Interference Statement This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following tw o conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference, and ❖ This device must accept an y interferen ce receiv ed, including interference that may cause undesired operatio n.
23 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The legal communications mentioned in the abov e item refer to radio communications operated in accordan ce with telecommunication laws and regulations.
24 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequenc y bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.
25 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Location of the required label (Sample shown below . Location of the la bel and manufacturing information may va r y . ) This appliance contains a l aser system and is classifie d as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the user’ s guide carefully and keep it for your future reference.
26 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Notice The information contained in this ma nual, including but not limited to an y product specifications, is subj ect to change without notice.
27 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Computer disposal information This product contains mercury . Disposal of this material may be regulated due to en viro nmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling inform ation, please contact your local g ov ernment or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www .
28 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Contents Introduction ................................................................................ 35 This guide ...............................................................36 Safety icons ..............................
29 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the computer for the first time ...................... 54 Opening the display panel .................................54 Your computer’s features and specifications ....55 Turning on the power .................
30 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Windows ® special keys ..................................... 80 Overlay keys ......................................................81 Starting a program ..................................................83 Starting a program from the Start menu .
31 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 3: Mobile Computin g ........................... ..................... 111 Toshiba’s energy-saver design..............................111 Running the computer on battery power ..............111 Battery Notice .
32 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Internet Service Providers ...............................140 Connecting to the Internet .............................140 Surfing the Internet .........................................141 Internet features ...........
33 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 5: If Something Goes Wrong ............. ..................... 155 Problems that are easy to fix ................................155 Problems when you turn on the computer ............158 The Windows ® operating system is not working .
34 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix A: Hot Keys ........ ...................................................... 185 Volume Mute ........................................................185 Instant password security ..............................
35 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 I ntroduction W elcome to the world of po we rful and portab le multimedia computers! W ith your ne w T oshiba notebook computer , your access to information can accom pany you where ver you go. Y our system comes with either the Microsoft ® Wi n d o w s ® XP Home or W indows XP Pro fessional operating sy stem.
36 Introduction This guide 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The product specifications and configura tion information are designed for a product Series. Y our particular model may not have all the features an d specifi cations listed or illustrated.
37 Introductio n Safety icons 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Safety icons This manual contains safety in structions that must be observed in order to a void potential hazards t hat could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data.
38 Introduction Other documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Other icons used Additional icons highlight ot her helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highli ghts technical information about the computer . HINT : This icon deno tes helpful hints and tips.
39 Introductio n Service options 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Ser vice options T oshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty .
40 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for w orking comfortably , describes ho w to connect components, and ex plains what to do the first time you use your n otebook computer . Selecting a place to work Y our computer is portable and designed to be used in a v ariety of circumstances and locations.
41 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Equipment that ge nerates a st rong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (oth er than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.
42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external de vices is important to av oid stress-related injuries. ❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance .
43 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Whiche ver t ype you choose, use the follo wing guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. ❖ Position your chair so that the ke yboard is at or slightly belo w the le vel of your elbo w .
44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y our LCD display has a brightn ess approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.
45 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 computer frequently and focus your e yes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds. Y our LCD display has a brightn ess approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.
46 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonge d use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is used extensively . Overheatin g of a PC Card can res ult in errors or instability in the PC Card operation.
47 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Important information on your computer’ s cooling fan Y our computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by dra wing outside air in to the computer . The cooling fan may be located on the bottom of the computer .
48 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer , the Setup W izard guides you through steps t o set up your softw a re. 1 From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup W izard.
49 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 A window displays the message, “Who will use this computer?” 7 Enter your name and click Next to complete the process. A window displays the message, “Thank you. ” 8 Click Finish to continue.
50 Getting Started Connecting to a power so ur ce 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Install PC Cards (see “Using PC Cards” on page 14 7 ) Connecting to a power source Y our computer requires power to operate. Use the power cord/cable an d A C ad apter to connect the computer to a li ve electrical outlet, or to ch arge the computer’ s battery .
51 Getting Started Connecting to a po wer sour ce 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of an y incompatible adapter could damage your compu ter . T oshib a assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an in compatible adapter .
52 Getting Started Connecting to a power so ur ce 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Plug the A C adapter cord into the DC-IN on the back of the computer . Sample connecting the A C ad apter cord to the computer 3 Connect the po wer cord/cable to a live electrical outlet.
53 Getting Started Char ging th e main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Charging the main batter y T o charge the main battery , plug the computer into a live w all outlet. It takes se veral hours to charge the battery with the computer of f. It takes much long er to char ge the battery while the computer is on.
54 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel . Sample opening the display panel T o avoid damaging the display pa nel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily .
55 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y our computer’ s features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accom modate all possible confi gurations for an entire prod uct Series.
56 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the T ouchPad ™ The T ouchPad, the s mall, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensiti ve to touch and enables you to mov e the cursor with the stro k e of a f inger .
57 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the Scroll button For applicable systems, the scro ll button, located between the primary and secondary contro l butt ons on the T ouchPad, is used for rapid viewing of pages on the screen.
58 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware windo w . 9 Close the Control Panel windo w . The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to enable or disable the T ouchPad (s ee “Hot Keys” on page 185 ).
59 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou need a standard Phillips no. 1 scre wdriver to install a memory module. T o avoid damaging the computer’ s screws, use a standard Phillips no. 1 s crewdriver that is in g ood condition.
60 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 scre wdriv er , unscrew the screw that secures the e xpa nsion memory module s lot cov er, then remov e the expansion memory modu le slot cove r .
61 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 8 Gently put the memory module connector do wn at an angle and press do wn until the clips snap into place. Do not force the memory mo dule into position. The memory module should be le vel when secured in place.
62 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Removing a memor y module 1 Follow steps 1 th rough 6 in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 58 . Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on.
63 Getting Started Using an external k e y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally to pull it out of the slot. 4 Complete the procedure by follo wing steps 10 through 12 in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 58 .
64 Getting Started Connecting a local printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting a local printer Before you can connect a prin ter , you nee d a suitable USB printer cable, which may ha ve been pro v ided with your printer . Otherwise, you c an purchase one from a computer or electronics store.
65 Getting Started Setting up your printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o connect a USB printer: 1 Plug the USB connector into one of the USB ports on your computer 2 Plug the printer’ s power cable into a li ve A C outlet.
66 Getting Started Setting up your pr inter 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the Add Printer Wizard T o set up a printer with the Add Printer W izard: 1 Click Start , Contr ol Panel , then Printers and Other Hardwar e . 2 Select Printers and F axes . The Printers and Fax es window appears.
67 Getting Started Setting up your printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Add Printer W izard 4 Click Next . The Add Printer W izard asks you to select your printer . TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play , the operating system recognizes it automatically .
68 Getting Started Setting up your pr inter 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 7 From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your printer , then click Next . 8 Select the port settings accordi ng to the instructions in your printer’ s documentation and the port to which y our printer is connected, then click Next .
69 Getting Started Connecting an optional external disk ette drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting an optional ex ternal diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, requi re a diskette dri ve designed for use with 3.
70 Getting Started Connecting external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting external display devices Y our computer comes with a built-in LCD display , but you can also connect an external display de vice to the av ailable video port: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port.
71 Getting Started Connecting external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o connect the de vice: 1 Connect one end of the video cable to the external video de vice. Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its video-in port.
72 Getting Started Connecting external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ TV ❖ TV and LCD 3 Release the Fn key . TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou can also change these se ttings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video contro ller by clicking Start, then Control Panel and clicking Display .
73 Getting Started T urning off the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T urning off the computer It is a good idea to turn of f your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the f irst time, leave the computer plugged into a po wer source (ev en though the computer is of f) to fully charge the main battery .
74 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Closing the display panel When you are f inished, shut the co mputer do wn and close the display panel to k eep dust and dirt ou t of the computer .
75 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Moving the computer Before moving your computer , even across the room, mak e sure all disk acti vity has ended (the disk acti vity lights stop glo wing) and all ex ternal peripheral cables are disconnected.
76 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Insert the cable’ s locking end into the security lock slot, then rotate the ke y a quarter turn and remov e it.
77 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 2 Learning t he Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Sa ve your w ork frequently . Y our work temporarily stays in the computer’ s memory until you sa ve it to the disk.
78 Learning the Basics Computing tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Back up your files to storage media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly f a ils, you may lose all the data on it unless you ha ve a separate backup copy .
79 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the keyboard Key b o a rd Character keys T yping with the character keys is v ery much like typing on a type writer , except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space chara cter instead of just passing over an area of the page.
80 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl, Fn and Alt ke ys The Ctrl , Fn , and Alt ke ys do dif ferent things depending on the program you are usi ng. For more i nformation, see your program documentation.
81 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Overlay keys K eyboar d overlay ke ys The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor ov erlay . This overlay lets you enter numeric data or co ntrol the cursor as you w ould using the ten-k ey k eypad on a desktop computer’ s ke yboard.
82 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o use the cursor control ov erla y when the numeric overlay is on, press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor co ntrol ke ys. T o return to the numeric overl ay , release Shi ft .
83 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting a program The easiest way to start a progra m is to double-click the name of the file that contains the in formation you wa nt to work on. T o fin d the f ile, use My Computer or W indo ws Explorer .
84 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer If a program is not listed in the Prog rams menu, you can start it from W indows ® Ex plorer . W indo ws ® Explorer gi ves you a view of your computer’ s c ontents as a hierarchy or “tree.
85 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting a program from the Run dialog box This e xample us es the Run comm and to start W ordPa d: 1 Click Start , then click Run . The Run dialog box appears. Sample Run dialog box 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the program’ s location, type the command line.
86 Learning the Basics Saving your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer , save your work to the hard disk driv e. Always save your data even whe n you are using the Stand by . If your battery fully discharges, your information will be lost.
87 Learning the Basics Saving your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 T ype a fil e name, then click Sa ve . HINT : T o make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name.
88 Learning the Basics Printing your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 To s a v e : ❖ A f ile you are updating, open the program’ s File menu and click Sa ve . ❖ A ne w file, choose Sa ve As from the File menu, ty pe a name for the f ile, and click OK .
89 Learning the Basics Bac king up your f iles 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual f ile s to media, such as CDs, or copying entire sections of yo ur hard disk to another de vice, such as a tape dri ve.
90 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video.
91 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components Y our D VD-R OM or multi-function dri ve may look lik e this: Sample D VD-R OM or multi-function drive Never press the eject button or turn o ff the computer while th e drive-in-use indicator light is glowing.
92 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 CD/DVD control and Music CD buttons The control b uttons to the left of the ke yboard let you to play audio CDs when the computer is of f. Y ou can also use them to play CDs and D VDs when the computer is on.
93 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The next track b utton skips to the following track on the disc. The pr evious track b utton returns to the preceding track on the disc. Inserting a disc Before playin g an audio CD, turn the volume down.
94 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample inserting a disc Be careful not to touch the drive’ s lens (located underneath the drive’ s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfun ction.
95 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indica ting that it is locked. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray .
96 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample W indows Media ® Player scre en The W indows Media Player cont rol panel works much like an ordinary compact di sc player: ❖ T o play the CD or to pause, click the Play/Pause bu tton on the CD Player control panel.
97 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Playing CDs using Auto-Run If you insert a CD into the D VD-R OM/multi-function dri ve and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disk, try launching the CD manu ally .
98 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and D VDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space, such as photographs and large presentation files.
99 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject button access hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button.
100 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Powering down the computer Pushing the power bu tton before shutting down the Windows ® operating system could cause yo u to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel’ s disk light and the driv e-in- use light are off.
101 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample T urn off computer dialog box 2 Click Tu r n O f f . The computer shuts do wn completely . For th e Win dows ® XP Professional operating system, follo w these steps to shut down the computer: 1 Click the Start button, then Shut down .
102 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 1 Click Start , Contr ol Panel , then Perf ormance and Maintenance . 2 Click the T oshiba Power Management icon. The Po wer Options Properties dialog box appears. 3 Click the Advanced tab, and select the options you want.
103 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using Hibernation Mode The Hibernation comman d sh uts the computer do wn completely , but it f irst sav es the current state of the computer to the hard disk.
104 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu, click Contr ol Panel , t h e n Perf ormance and Maintenance . 2 Click the T oshiba Power Management icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab .
105 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample T urn off computer dialog box 3 Click Hibernate . The compute r sa v es the mode of the system, including all open programs and f iles, to the hard disk, and then po wers do wn completely .
106 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample T oshiba P ower Manag ement Advanced tab 4 Click A pply . 5 Click OK , then close the Control P anel. Starting again from Hibernation mode T o start the computer from Hibernation mode, press and release the po wer button.
107 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using Standby Mode Standby mode places the comp uter into a power -saving mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart th e computer , you can continue working from where you left of f.
108 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you hold down the Shift key , Stand By become s Hibernate in the T urn off computer dialo g box. T o enter hibernation mode, you must hold down the Shift key while you select Hibernate.
109 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you po wer down u sing the St and by a nd the bat tery discharges fully , your information will be l ost.
110 Learning the Basics T oshiba’s online r esour ces 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting again from Standby mode T o restart the computer fro m Standb y mode, press the po wer button until t he on/of f light changes to green. The computer returns to the screen yo u were pre viously using.
111 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter cov ers all aspect s of using your computer while tra veling. T oshiba’ s energy-saver design Y our computer enters a low-po wer standby mode when it is not being used, thereb y conserving ener gy and sa ving money in the process.
112 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Battery Notice Battery life may v ary depend ing on applications, power management settings and featur es utilized. Rechar ge time v aries depending on usage. The battery may not ch ar ge while the computer is consuming full po wer .
113 Mobile Computing Char ging th e batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Changes to these settings may result in system performanc e or stability issues. Users who are not complete ly familiar with the power management component of the syste m should use the preset configuration .
114 Mobile Computing Char ging the batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Never leave batteries in the batter y charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the batter y . Use only battery chargers de signed to work with your notebook computer .
115 Mobile Computing Char ging th e batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Leav e the po wer connected, and the battery should begin charging after a fe w minutes. HINT : Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that you operate your computer on batter y power until the batter y discharges completely .
116 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 It is seldom necessar y to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the compute r is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date o r stop working.
117 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Determining remaining batter y power Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the co mputer before tr ying to monitor the remaining batte ry power . The computer needs this time to check the batter y’ s remaining capacity and perform its calculations.
118 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer dr ains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequen tly if you are working in temperatures below 50 degr ees Fahrenheit.
119 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 an alarm, display a message, both, o r none. Y ou can also set the computer to enter Standb y mode or Hibernate mode or to completely po wer down when the alarm goes of f. T o set an alarm: 1 Click Start , Contr ol Panel , then Perf ormance and Maintenance .
120 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Whether you use any o ptional de vices to which the battery supplies power , such as a PC Card ❖ Where you are working—since.
121 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a hot key to set the power profile Y ou may use a hot key to set the po wer profile. T o set the po wer profile: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power prof ile pop-up window .
122 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Changing the main batter y When your battery p o wer is running lo w , you ha ve two options—connect the computer to an A C power source or install a charged battery . When handling a batter y , be careful not to drop it or short- circuit its terminals.
123 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample unlocking the batt ery 6 Push and hold the ba ttery release latch. Sample r eleasing the battery 7 While still holding the release latch in the open position gently lift the battery pack out of the computer .
124 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample r emoving the battery If the batter y is leaking or its case is cracked, pu t on protective gloves to handle it, a nd discard it immediately following the advice in “Disposing of used batteries s afely” on page 127 .
125 Mobile Computing T aking care of your battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The battery pack has been desi gned so that you cannot install it with rev erse polarity . Sample inserting battery When you replace your batter y , slide the batter y lock towards you to lock the battery pack.
126 Mobile Computing T aking car e of your battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ A void touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can cause it to ov erheat and may cau se damage to the battery or the computer .
127 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries safely 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Connect the A C adapter to the computer and the power cord to a po wer outlet. Th e DC-IN or A C po wer-light should glo w green, and the battery should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged.
128 Mobile Computing T raveling tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 After repeated use, the batteries will f inally lose their ability to hold a char ge and you will need to replace them. Under federal, state and local laws, it may be illegal to di spose of old batteries by placin g them in the trash.
129 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 4 Exploring Y our Options In this chapter , you will explore other features of your notebook computer . In this chapter , you will explor e some of the special features of your Satellite ® S eries notebook computer .
130 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Finding your way around the desktop Y our computer’ s desktop includes se veral standard features: icons, Start b u tton, taskbar , system tray , and background pattern.
131 Exploring Y our Options Exploring the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Recycle Bin — Hold s files y ou ha ve deleted. Y ou may be able to retrie ve these f iles until you empty the Recycle Bin. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you delete a file from a diskette, it does not go into the Recy cle Bin.
132 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g the desktop 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T askbar Each time you open a pro gram, a b utton associated with that program appears on the task bar . W ith some programs, a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open.
133 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting up for communications Y our computer comes with a built-in modem that can be connected to a standard voice-grade telephone line. The modem allo ws you to: ❖ Access the Internet.
134 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Determining the COM port Y our modem is connecte d to one of the computer’ s COM (communications) ports.
135 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can commu nicate using the modem, yo u need to connect it to a telephone line.
136 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 No w you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. Connecting your computer to a network Y ou can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality usin g one of its communication ports.
137 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the Ethernet LAN Port When your computer starts, W i ndo ws attempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server . If the computer is not connected to a netw ork, it may pause a fe w minutes as it waits for a reply .
138 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using Wireless LAN Connectivity The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over whic h wireless LAN c.
139 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 An over view of using the Internet The follo wing sections gi ve a quick introduction to the Internet and some of it.
140 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Internet Ser vice Providers T o connect a computer directly to the Internet, man y people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection.
141 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet , the W eb browser displays a home page, for e xample, your IS P’ s home page on the Internet or your compan y’ s W eb site home page.
142 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g video featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Online shopping Many W eb sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading f iles from the Interne.
143 Exploring Y our Options Changing the display pr operties setting 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Changing the display properties setting 1 Right-click anywhere on your desktop and select Properties . The Display Properties dialog box appears. Sample Display Pr operties dialog box 2 Click the Settings tab .
144 Exploring Y our Options Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Exploring audio features Y ou can use your computer to reco rd sounds using an external microphone. Y ou can play .wa v sound files or audi o CDs using the b uilt-in speakers, h eadphones or external speakers.
145 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g audio feat ures 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Sound Recorder scr een 3 Click the Record b utton and speak no rmally into the microphone. Y ou can only record 60 seconds at a time. 4 When you ha ve f inished recording, click t he Stop b utton.
146 Exploring Y our Options Using the i.LINK ® port 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Click OK . Y our new settings take ef fect the next time you record. Using external speakers or headphones Y our computer is equipped w ith a full stereo sound system with internal speakers.
147 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer’ s capabilities and usefulness. Y o u can purchase additional PC Cards from your dealer . Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card Interna tional Association) standard.
148 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou may also hot swap a PC Card. Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hard ware icon on the System tray . After the Safe to Remov e Hardware message appears, it is safe to remov e the PC Card.
149 Exploring Y our Options Using PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample r e moving a PC Car d Hot swapping One of the great things abou t PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with anothe r while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.
150 Exploring Y our Options Using the Bridge Media slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the Bridge Media slot Y our computer is equipped with a Bridge Media Slot, which supports the use of Memory Stick or Memo ry Stick PR O media, Secure Digital TM (SD TM ) Cards, SmartMedia™, or xD-Picture Cards.
151 Exploring Y our Options Using the Bridge Media slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Removing Memor y Stick or Memor y Stick PRO media 1 Right-click the Safely Remove Hardwar e icon on the System tray . After the media is stopped, it is safe to remov e. 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out.
152 Exploring Y our Options Using the Bridge Media slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Removing an SD ™ Card 1 Right-click the Safely Remove Hardwar e icon on the System tray . After the card is stopped, it is safe to remov e. 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out.
153 Exploring Y our Options Using the Bridge Media slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Removing an xD-Picture Card ™ 1 Right-click the Safely Remove Hardwar e icon on the System tray . After the card is stopped, it is safe to remov e. 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out.
154 Exploring Y our Options Using the Bridge Media slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Removing a SmartMedia Card ™ 1 Right-click the Safely Remove Hardwar e icon on the System tray . After the card is stopped, it is safe to remov e. 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out.
155 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 5 If Somet hing G oes Wron g Some problems you may encounter wh en using your notebook computer are relati vely easy to identify and solv e. Others may require he lp from your dealer o r the manufacturer of a software program.
156 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Pr oblems th at ar e easy to fi x 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 The W indows T ask Manager appea rs. 3 Click the Applications tab . If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list.
157 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems that ar e easy to fix 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample W indows T ask Manage r Shutdown menu, T urn Off option The computer shuts do wn.
158 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 Sa ve the f ile and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer . Problems when you tu rn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the po wer .
159 If Something Goes Wrong The W indows ® operating system is not wo rking 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Windows ® operating system is not working Once you are f amiliar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system respon ds to your w ork routine, you can easily detect if the operating sy stem is not working correctly .
160 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng The W indows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖ Enable Boot Loggi ng ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good.
161 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 and the syntax of the address carefully . A single incorrect letter or missed character , comma instead of period (“dot” ) or other mistake makes it impossible for your bro w ser to locate the site.
162 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 A list of category links appear . 3 Click the Fixing a hardwar e problem or oth er appropriate link. 4 Choose from specific topi cs and follo w the steps. If there is still a problem, the op erating system should display a message that explains what the conflict is.
163 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Direct Memory Access Similarly , the data required b y the de vice is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Access (DMA). The DMA provides a dedicated channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly .
164 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Reconfigure the de vice so that its requirements do not conflict.
165 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Checking device properties Device Manager provides a w ay to view the properties of a de vice. Properties include the name of the manufacturer , the type of de vice, the dri vers installed, and the system resources assigned to the de vice.
166 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Memory problems Incorrectly connected o r faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be de vi ce-related. It is worthwhile checking for these first: 1 T urn of f the computer via the Start menu.
167 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Here are some typical problems and ho w to solve them: The A C power light does not come on when you plug in the A C adapter and power cord/cable. Make sure the A C adapter and power cord/cable are f i rmly plugged into bo th the wall out let and the comput er .
168 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Check the po wer options using the T oshiba Power Management Utility .
169 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may ha ve gone into effect. Press an y key to activ ate the screen.
170 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The b uilt-in screen flick ers. Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors. T o reduce the amount of flick ering, try using fe wer colors.
171 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Small bright dots appear on you r T F T d i s p l a y w h e n yo u turn on y our computer . Y our display contains an extremely large number of thin-f ilm transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high -precision technology .
172 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The dri ve’ s properties box appears. 3 Click on Properties . 4 Click the To o l s tab. 5 Click the Check now bu tton. The Check Disk box appears (for example, Check Disk C).
173 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems Y ou cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the dri ve tray has closed p roperly . Press gently until it clicks into place.
174 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The color of the materials used to make the disc can affect its reliability . Silver-colored CD-R OMs are the most reliable, follo wed by gold-colored CD-R OM. Green-colored CD- R OMs are the least reliable.
175 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Card Information Structure When you insert a PC Card into a slot, the computer atte mpts to determine the type of card and the resources it requires b y reading its Card Information St ructure (CIS).
176 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common prob lems and their solutions: The slots appear to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start .
177 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Click Stop xxxx , where x xxx is the identifier for your PC Card. The operating system displays a message that you may safely remov e the card. 3 Remov e the card from the slot.
178 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printe r is connected to a working po wer outlet, turned on and r eady (on line).
179 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Modem problems This section lists co mmon modem problems: The modem will not recei ve or transmit properly . Make sure the cable from the mo dem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the comp uter’ s modem port and the telephone line jack.
180 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 On a regular basis, back up the inf ormation stored on y our hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy f iles to a CD or other media, following the steps in “Saving your work” on page 86 .
181 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you need further assistance If you hav e followed the recommen dations in this chapter and are still havi ng problems, you may need additional technical assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for help.
182 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Contacting T oshiba If you still need help and su spect that the problem is hardware-related, T oshiba offers a v ariety of resources to help you. Y o u can access T oshiba on the Internet using any Internet bro wser by typing su pport.
183 If Something Goes Wrong Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Other T oshiba Internet Web sites T oshiba’ s worldwide offices toshiba.com W orldwide T oshiba corporate site computers.toshib a.com Marketing and produ ct information in the USA www .
184 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng T oshiba’s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 For more information on ad ditional T o shiba worldwide locations, please visit: www .toshiba.co.jp/index.htm . Latin America and Caribbean T oshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd.
185 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that , whe n pr essed in combination with the Fn ke y , turn system functions on and of f. Hot keys ha ve a legend on or abo ve the key indicating the option or feature the ke y controls.
186 Hot Keys Instant passwor d security 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Instant password security Fn + This hot ke y blanks the display . Without a password The Fn + F1 k ey combinatio n turns of f the display and activ ates instant security .
187 Hot Keys Instant passwor d security 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully ch arged (e ven if the computer is operating on A C po wer) your display may rea ppear automatically after a short time.
188 Hot Keys P ower usag e mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Power usage mode Fn + This hot key displays the po wer usage pop-up windo w and cycles through the battery sa ve modes.
189 Hot Keys Stand by mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Stand by mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Stand by mode. ❖ A message box is displayed b y default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand by mode. This message box can be set so it doesn’t display .
190 Hot Keys Hibernation mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mo de. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to conf irm the computer is going into Hibernation mode.
191 Hot Keys Display modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the po wer-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in displ.
192 Hot Keys Enabling a wir eless de vice 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Enabling a wireless device Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless de vices in your computer .
193 Hot Keys K eyboar d hot ke ys 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot ke y turns the cursor control ov erlay on and of f. Fn + This hot ke y turns the numeric ov erlay on and off. Fn + This hot ke y turns the scroll lock feature on and off.
194 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix B P o wer Cord/Cable C o nnector s Y our notebook computer features a uni versal po wer supply you can use worldwide. This appendix sho ws the shapes of the typical A C po wer cord/cable connectors for v arious parts of the world.
195 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities th at makes it easy to control communication de vices and network connectio ns. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy sw itching between locations and communication networks.
196 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Getting Started 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Getting Started This section contains informa tion about the ConfigFree main screen, and how to start and setup Conf igFree. For more detailed informatio n on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application.
197 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample ConfigF r ee Launcher ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connecti vity Doctor lets you analyze y our network connections and f ix network-connection p roblems.
198 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Connectivity Doctor scr een Movin g the mouse pointer o ver a wired or wireless network de vice icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, an d MA C address.
199 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If a problem, or potential prob lem, is detected, a triangle containing an e xclamation poi nt appears in the Co nnecti vity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relev ant location.
200 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Search for Wireless Devices The Search for W ireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN de vices and Bluetoo th de vices currently used in the neighborhood, and displays in formation about them on a virtual map.
201 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample viewing W i-F i devices The following screen sho ws an example of Blueto oth de vices that are detected. As with the W i-Fi screen, moving the mouse pointer ove r a de vice icon displays information about the de vice.
202 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Click your o wn computer at the center of the map. 3 Configured de vices are automatically connected. Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection W izard, where you ca n conf igure and connect to the device.
203 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Personal fi re wall settings for Internet connections. ❖ Dial-up connection settings fo r the def a ult connection. ❖ File and printer sharing settings.
204 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Add Pr ofile scr een The online help provides real-world examples of s etting up profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune t hem as necessary .
205 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o connect to a T o shiba W ireless Projector: 1 Click the icon in the system tray . 2 Mov e the mouse pointer to T oshiba Wir eless Projector (DPJ) , then click Connect .
206 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample Pr ojector icon when connected with Quic k Connect If the wireless mode for the wi reless setting is set for 5 GHz (802.11a), Quick Co nnect chan ges this mode to 2.
207 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Using the Automati c Switch 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allo ws the computer to automatically switch profiles th e ne xt time it is po wered on.
208 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Semi-A utomatic Switc h F eatur e 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature al erts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notificat ion windo w appears.
209 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 G lo ssar y TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be av ailable on your computer . Acronyms The follo wing acronyms may appear in this user’ s guide.
210 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 DMA direct memory access DIMM dual inlin e memory modul e DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nem atic DV D digital versatile (or video).
211 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 PCMCIA Personal Computer Mem ory Card Internatio nal Association RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference RO M read-only memory RT C real-time clock.
212 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 alternating curr ent (A C) — The type of p o wer usual ly supplie d to residential and commercial w all outle ts. A C reve rses its direction at regular interv als. Compare direct curr ent (DC). application — A computer program that yo u use to perform tasks of a specific type.
213 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 bus — An electrical circuit that c onnects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer , such as the video adapter , disk dri ves, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flo ws from one de vice to another .
214 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 compatibility — Th e extent to which computers, programs, or de vi ces can work together harmoniously , using the same commands, formats, or langu age as another . configuration — (1) The collection of compon ents that make up a single computer system.
215 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 disable — T o turn a computer option of f. See also enable . disc — A round, flat piece of metal, desi gned to be read from and written to by optical (laser) technology , an d used in the production of optical discs, such as CDs and D VDs.
216 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 D VD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc r ead-only memory) — A very high-capacity stor age medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each D VD-ROM can hold as much data as se veral CD-R OMs. Compare CD-R OM.
217 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 function k eys — The keys labeled F1 through F12, typ ically located on the keyboard. Their function is determined by the operating system and/or individual programs. G gigabyte (GB) — A unit of data equal to 1,0 73,741,824 bytes (1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes).
218 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which on ly ev ery other line of pixels is refres hed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. internal device — See device .
219 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 M megabyte (MB) — A unit of data equal to 1,048,576 bytes (1024 x 1024 bytes). See also bytes. memory — T ypically refers to the computer’ s main memory , where programs are run and data is temp orarily stored and processed.
220 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 NT f ile system (NTFS) — An adv anced file system designed for use specifically with the W ind ows NT operating system.
221 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 processor — See central pr ocessing unit (CPU) . program — A set of i nstructions that can be ex ecuted by a com puter . The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, an d utility .
222 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 R OM (read-only memory) — Non-volatile memory that can be r ead but not written to. By non-vola tile, we mean that info rmation in RO M r emains whether or not the comp uter is r eceiving power .
223 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 U universal serial bu s (USB) 2.0— A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 4 80 Mbps (480 million bits per second). USB can connect up to 127 peripheral de vices through a single all- purpose USB port.
224 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Index A AC power light 52 audio features 144 Auto-Run 97 avoiding inju ry 41 B battery caring for 125 changing 122 charge not lasting 167 charging 73 , 113 , 114 conserving p.
225 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 CD or DVDs 99 computer 74 click 57 comfort chair 43 lighting 43 work habits 44 commands powering down 100 communications network connection 136 system resources 162 compact d.
226 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 external monitor not workin g 170 latch 54 screen is blank 169 display device external 70 display output settings 71 display panel closing 74 opening 54 Display settings hot .
227 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 resolving 163 Help 161 Hibernate restarting 106 using 104 Hibernatio n mode 73 , 100 configuring 104 hot key display modes 191 display settings 143 power usage mode 188 Stand.
228 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 M main battery changing 122 removing 122 memory expansion slots 59 problem solving 166 removing 62 removing expansion slot cover 60 memory module inserting 60 removing 63 Mem.
229 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 hot key 121 powering down using Standby 107 powering off 100 precautions 45 primary button 57 printer Add Printer Wizard 65 problem solving 178 printing a file 88 problem sol.
230 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 URL address not found 161 using Start up optio ns 159 warning resume f ailure 158 Windows XP not working 159 programs not running correctly 172 starting 83 projector 70 conne.
231 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 system tray 132 T taskbar 132 television adjusting display 72 Toshiba Forum 182 Internet Web sites 183 online services 182 traveling tips 128 Turn Off restarting from 102 usi.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Toshiba M30X-S171ST è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Toshiba M30X-S171ST - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Toshiba M30X-S171ST imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Toshiba M30X-S171ST ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Toshiba M30X-S171ST, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Toshiba M30X-S171ST.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Toshiba M30X-S171ST. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Toshiba M30X-S171ST insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
