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PMAD00014011 08/04 Satellite ® P30/P35 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 157 in this guide.
2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Models: Satellite P30/P35 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased ma y include a ReWritable CD and/or D VD driv e(s), among the mo st adv anced data storage technologies av ailable.
3 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 CRITICAL APPLICA TION, YOU , AND NOT T OSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE. FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information” This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to P art 15 of th e FCC rules.
4 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Contact: T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92 618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industr y Canada requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
5 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T elephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to pro vide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operations or p rocedur es.
6 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable yo ur alarm equipment. If you hav e questions abou t what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone compan y or a qualified installer .
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 MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon T echnologies AG. All other brand and p roduct names are trad emarks or registered trademarks of their respectiv e com panies. Computer disposal information This product contains mercury .
28 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Contents Introduction ................ ................................................................ 35 This guide ...............................................................36 Safety icons ............................
29 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Using the computer for the first time ...................... 53 Opening the display panel .................................53 Your computer’s features and specifications ....54 Turning on the power ................
30 Conten ts 5.375 x 8.3 75 ver 2.3 Starting a program ..................................................80 Starting a program from the Start menu ...........81 Starting a program from Windows ® Explore r . . 81 Starting a program from the Run dialog box .
31 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Charging the main battery ...............................110 Charging the RTC battery ................................111 Monitoring battery power .....................................112 Determining remaining battery power .
32 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Exploring video features .......................................138 Changing the display properties setting ................ 139 Display settings hot key .................................139 Exploring audio features .
33 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong ............. ..................... 157 Problems that are easy to fix ................................157 Problems when you turn on the computer ............159 The Windows ® operating system is not working .
34 Conten ts 5.375 x 8.3 75 ver 2.3 Appendix A: Hot Keys ............................................................. 186 Volume Mute ........................................................186 Instant password security ..............................
35 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 I n t roduct ion W elcome to the world of po werful, portable multimedia computing. W ith your T oshiba notebook computer , your work can accompany you where ver you go. Satellite P30/P35 Series comp uters prov ide considerable computing po wer , enabling you to perform the most demanding computing task s from any location.
36 Introduction This guide 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The product specifications and configuration info rmation are designed for a product Series . Y our particular model may not have all the features and specificatio ns 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 to a void potential h azards that 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 indi cates technical information about the computer . HINT: This icon indicates 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 compu ter . Selecting a place to work Y our computer is designed to be used in a v ariety of locations and situations.
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 (other than the 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 twisting your torso or neck an d look at the screen without slouching. ❖ If you use an external monitor , the top of the screen should be no higher than eye le vel. ❖ If you use a paper holder , set it at the same h eight and distance as the sc reen.
43 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 extra back support. Lo wer-back-support cushions are a v ailable at many of fice supply store s. ❖ Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and elbo ws form approximately 90-degree angles when you work.
44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may resu lt in discomfort and possible injury . If your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a phy sician.
45 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Other precautions Y our notebook computer is designed to provide o ptimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel. Y ou should observe certain prec autions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer .
46 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T urning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the driv e, or both. ❖ K eep the computer and disk s aw ay from objects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as lar ge stereo speakers.
47 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou must complete all set up steps up to “Setting up your software” on page 47 before adding external or internal components to your computer .
48 Getting Started Setting up your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Click Skip to e xit the process or Next to continue. T o register online, your computer must be connected to the Internet vi a a voice-gra de telephon e line or a local area network (LAN).
49 Getting Started Connecting to a po wer sour ce 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Adding external devices Before adding extern al devices, T oshiba reco mmends setting up your software.
50 Getting Started Connecting to a power so ur ce 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hold the power cord/cable by its plug when you connect/ disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cord/cable itself. Doin g so may damage the power cord/cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock.
51 Getting Started Connecting to a po wer sour ce 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample connecting the power cor d/cable to the A C adapter cor d 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.
52 Getting Started Char ging the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The battery light: ❖ Glo ws amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glo ws green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external po wer source.
53 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: When your comp uter is using all of the power provided by the AC Adaptor to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the batter y can not occur .
54 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 manufactured using high -precision technology . Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology .
55 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 T urn on the computer by pressing and releasing the po wer bu tton located on th e top of the keyboard. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the opera ting system has loade d completely .
56 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Because the T ouchPad is much smaller th an the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often mea ns having to move your finger several times across the T ouchPad in the pref erred dir ection.
57 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad The T ouchPad is enabled b y de fault. T o change the enable/ disable T ouchPad setting: 1 Click Start , then click Control Pane l . The Control P anel windo w appears.
58 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 9 Close the Control P anel windo w . The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to disable or enable the T ouchPad (s ee “Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad” on page 192 ).
59 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 There are two memory slo ts. Depending on your system confi guration, both slots may be occupied. If you use the computer for a long time, th e memory modu les become hot.
60 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample locating the memo ry module slot cover 5 Remov e the battery (see “Changing the main battery” on page 118 ).
61 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded meta l surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up .
62 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer . Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memor y access problems. 11 Replace the e xpansion memory slot co ver .
63 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optiona l) 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample r emoving the memory module 4 Complete the procedure b y follo wing steps 11 through 14 in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 58 .
64 Getting Started Using a mouse 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a mouse Y ou may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’ s built- in T ouchPad. Y ou can use a USB-compatible mouse. After logging on to you r system, the mouse cursor m ay move to the upper-right side of the screen.
65 Getting Started Connecting a local printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not come with your printer , you may purchase one from an electronics or computer store. These instructions assume you ha ve a USB printer , consult the document that came with your printer to verify the connection type.
66 Getting Started Connecting a local printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 1 Click Start , Control Panel , and then Printers and Other Hardwar e . 2 Select Printers and F axes . The operating system opens the Printers and F axes window . Sample Printers and F axe s window 3 Click Add Printer .
67 Getting Started Connecting a local printer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Add Printer W izard asks you to select your printer . TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play , the Windows ® XP operating system recognizes it automatically . Y ou can ignore the remainder of this section.
68 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The operating system prompts you to print a test page. 12 If your printer is connected and turned on, click Next. T o complete the setup proced ure without printing a test page, click No , then click Next .
69 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Selecting video cables T o connect a de vice to the S-video port, you will need to purchase a cable. F or the best video quality , always use a properly shielded cable. HINT : T oshib a recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet (approximately 6 meters).
70 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are connecting to a television, you may need to change the dis play properties.
71 Getting Started Using external display de vices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Built-in display and TV (or ot her external video device) simultaneously ❖ TV (or other external video de vice) only 3 Release the Fn key . TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou can also change these se ttings using the Display Properties Box.
72 Getting Started T urning of f 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 char ge the main battery .
73 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Caring for your computer This section gi ves tips on cleaning and moving your computer . For information ab out taking care of your computer’ s battery , s ee “Running the computer on battery po wer” on page 108 .
74 Getting Started Caring for your computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a computer lock For yo ur o wn peace of mind, yo u may want to secure your computer to a heavy object su ch as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchas e an optional POR T -Notew orthy ® Computer Lock Cable.
75 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 2 Learning t he Basics This chapter giv es some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Sa ve your w ork frequently . Y our work stays in the computer’ s temporary memory until you sav e it to the disk.
76 Learning the Basics Computing tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Back up your f iles to disks (or other remov able media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you hav e a separate backup copy .
77 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the keyboard Y our computer’ s keyboard cont ains character keys, control ke ys, function keys, and special W indo ws ® ke ys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard.
78 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Sample 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.
79 Learning the Basics Using the ke y boar d 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Overlay keys Sample numeric and cu rsor contr ol overlay The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor ov erla y .
80 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o turn off the numeric k eypad ov erlay , hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes ou t. Using the overlay for cursor control T o turn the cursor control ov erlay on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously .
81 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The ne xt three sections explain ho w to start a program from the Start menu, Explorer , and the Run dialog box. Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a progr am, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Prog rams menu.
82 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Click Windo ws Explorer . 4 Click My Computer to expand th e windo w . 5 In the left part of the windo w , under the C: icon, click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files .
83 Learning the Basics Saving your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the program’ s location, type the command line. For a program in the W indows ® folder, type just the program name. Otherwise, type the full file path.
84 Learning the Basics Saving your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Saving files 1 On the File menu of your W indows ® program, click Sa ve . If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box.
85 Learning the Basics Printing your work 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 File names If you plan to share your f iles with a computer using a pre- Wi n d o w s ® 95 v ersio n of the W indows ® operating system, the file name must be no more than eight characters long.
86 Learning the Basics Backing up your f i les 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o print a file: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on no w . 2 Open the File menu of your W indo ws ® program and click Print . The program displays a Print dialog box. Sample Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters.
87 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 2 Click Start , then click My Computer . 3 Click the dri ve that contains the f ile you want to copy . 4 Double-click the folder that co ntains the file, then click the file you want to copy .
88 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 For these reasons, your computer may come with a D VD- R OM driv e or multi-function driv e. TECHNICAL NOTE: Y our DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs.
89 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 DVD-R OM or multi-function dri ve may look like this: Sample D VD-R OM or mult i-function drive shown Drive in-use indicator light —Indicates when the dri ve is in use.
90 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Media control buttons The control b uttons located to the right of the k eyboard let you play audio CDs when the computer is off. Y ou ca n also use them to play CDs and D VDs when the computer is on.
91 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 play/pause b utton starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently playin g. The stop/eject b utton stops a disc that is currently playing.
92 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 HINT : The drive will no t open if the computer’ s power is off. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. Sample drive tray fully e xtended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust.
93 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up. Sample positioning the disc in the drive 7 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until you feel it click into place.
94 Learning the Basics Using the D VD-R OM or multi-function drive 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close t he disc tray . The computer automatically detects a disc in the driv e and opens the Audio CD windo w . T o play an audio CD selec t the Play Audio CD using W indows Media ® Player option and click OK.
95 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/P ause b utton on the CD Player control panel.
96 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 .
97 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.
98 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 pap er clip, into the manual eject button access hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button.
99 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Powering down the computer Pushing the power button before shu tting down the Windows ® operating system could cause yo u to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel’ s disk light and the drive-in- use light are off.
100 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 When starting up again, the sy stem does not automatically open the programs and f iles you were previo usly using. If your computer is not connec ted to a domain server: 1 Click Start , select T urn off computer .
101 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Shutting down more quickly Y ou can also shut down the computer b y pressing the power bu tton. T o use either of these methods, you f irst need to turn it on in T oshiba’ s Po wer Sav er utility .
102 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 For more information about the Power Saver utility , see “Power Saver” on page 15 3 . Starting again after Shut down T o start the computer up ag ain, press the power b utton until the on/of f light changes to green.
103 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ When starting u p again, th e co mputer returns to the mode in which you left it, including all open programs and f iles you were previously using Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel , t he n Perf ormance and Maintenance .
104 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Starting again from Hibernation mode T o restart the computer from Hibernation mode, press the po wer bu tton until the on/off lig ht turns green. The computer returns to the screen yo u were pre viously using.
105 Learning the Basics P owering down the computer 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample T urn off computer W indows dialog box If you hold down the Shift key , Stand By becomes 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.
106 Learning the Basics T oshiba’s online r esour ces 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 Select Stand by for the options you want. ❖ When I press the po wer b utton Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power b utton.
107 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, Standb y mode when it is not being used, thereb y conserving ener gy and sa ving money in the process.
108 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Running the computer on batter y power The computer contains a remov able Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that provides po wer when you are a way from an A C outlet.
109 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer , the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology .
110 Mobile Computing Char ging the batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Charging the batteries Batter y charge time may var y depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used . The battery needs to be charged before you can u se it to po wer the computer .
111 Mobile Computing Char ging th e batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The battery may not start char ging imm ediately under the follo wing conditions: ❖ The battery is e xtremely hot or cold. T o ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity , wait until it reaches room temperature.
112 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 computer is on. If the R TC batter y is low , the real-time clock and calendar may displa y the incorrect time and date or stop working.
113 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.
114 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The remaining battery char ge is indicated on the top -left side of the dialog box.
115 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting battery alarms Y ou r computer can be configured to warn you of a low battery charge condition, so you ca n take the necessary steps to sav e yo ur work. Y our W indo ws operating system of fers two alarms before your system shuts do w n.
116 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 There are v a rious ways in which you can conserv e power and extend the operating time of your battery: ❖ Enable Standby or Hibernation, which saves po wer when you turn off the computer an d turn it back on again.
117 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 .
118 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 termina ls.
119 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 5 If the battery lock is in the lo cked position, slide it to ward the unlocked position. Sample sliding the battery lo ck to the unloc ked position 6 Slide and hold do wn the battery release latch.
120 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample r emoving the disc har ged battery pac k If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in “Disposing of used batteries” on pag e 123 .
121 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 . T aking care of your batter y The follo wing sections of fer tips on ho w to tak e care of your battery and prol ong its life.
122 Mobile Computing T aking care of your battery 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ When you install the battery pack , you should hear a click when it is seated properly .
123 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Disconnect the A C adapter wh en the battery is fully charged. Ov ercharging mak es the battery hot and shortens life. ❖ If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the A C adapter .
124 Mobile Computing T raveling tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T raveling tips The en vironmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to work” on page 40 , also apply while tra veling. ❖ Ne ver lea ve your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or cov ered in dust.
125 Chapter 4 Exploring Y our Options In this chapter , you will explor e some of the special features of your Satellite ® S eries notebook computer . Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the W indows ® XP Home or XP Professional operating system.
126 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 stand ard features: icons, Start b u tton, taskbar , system tray , and background pattern.
127 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.
128 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.
129 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Setting up for communications Y our computer come s with a b uilt-in modem that can be connected to a standard voice-grade telephone line. The modem allo ws you to: ❖ Access the Internet.
130 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.
131 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 9 Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specif ic modem.
132 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The modem is designed for use with a standard analog telephone line. Do not conn ect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital lin e will damage the modem. No w you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet.
133 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 the telephone numb er for the dial-up connection . T o set up the netwo rk connection, use th e Dial-Up Networking W izard: 1 Click Start and point to All Programs . 2 Point to Accessories , then to Communications .
134 Exploring Y our Options Setting up for communications 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 6 Select the Do not use this device (disable) option from the De vice usage drop-down. 7 Click OK . Y our LAN port is no w disabled. T o enable the E thernet LAN po rt, repeat steps one through four .
135 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Fo r s y s t e m s e q u i p p e d w i t h Wi- F i, flip the wireless on/off switch to the On position. T o enable a wireless device, use the Fn + F5 hot key (refer to “Enabling a wireless de vice” on page 191 for more information).
136 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The W orld W ide W eb of fers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referen ced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called W e b bro wsers are specif ically designed to work with HT TP .
137 Exploring Y our Options An overview of using the Internet 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If you are using your compu ter at the of fice, then you probably connect to the Inte rnet through your compan y’ s network. See yo ur network ad mi nistrator about connecting to the Internet.
138 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g video featur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 A ne ws group is similar to a chat room, but instead of using a dedicated sit e to con verse ab out a specialized subject with others in real-time, it uses a W eb site as a clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic b ulletin board.
139 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 bo x appears. Sample Display Pr operties dialog box 2 Click the Settings tab .
140 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 built-in speak ers, headphones, or external speakers.
141 Exploring Y our Options Explorin g audio feat ures 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using a microphone T o record high-quality sounds, you can a ttach a microphone: 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer , by locating the microphone jack on the right side of the computer .
142 Exploring Y our Options Explor ing audio fe atur es 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Adjusting recording quality The better the quality of the r ecording, the more disk space the sound f ile requires. Experiment to f ind a balance that fits your needs. 1 Open Sound Recorder , if necessary .
143 Exploring Y our Options Connecting a moni tor , ke yboar d and mouse 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o adjust the volume: ❖ For e xte rnal speakers, use th e v olume controls for the speakers. ❖ For headphones, use the computer’ s volume control dial.
144 Exploring Y our Options Inserting and remo ving PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software — a set of programs that acts as a translator between the PC Card and the computer , and that mak es hot swapping (switching card s while the computer is on) possible.
145 Exploring Y our Options Inserting and remo ving PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 Insert the PC Card. Sample inserting a PC Car d When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly , but gently , to ensure a firm co nnection with the computer .
146 Exploring Y our Options Inserting and remo ving PC Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample ejecting a PC car d The PC Card ejects sli ghtly from the slot. 3 Grasp the edges of the PC Ca rd and slide it out of the slot. Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to us e as soon as y ou install t hem.
147 Exploring Y our Options Using the Bridge Media slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Before removing a PC Card, stop it b y clicking the Safely Remov e Hardwar e icon on the System tray . O n ce t h e P C C a r d has stopped, you can safely remov e it. See “Remo ving a PC Card” on page 145 .
148 Exploring Y our Options Using the Bridge Media slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample inserting Memory Stic k or Memory Stic k PR O media Do not remove Mem ory Stic k medi a while data is being written or read.
149 Exploring Y our Options Using the Bridge Media slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample inserting an SD Car d Do not touch the SD ™ connector (metal area). Y ou could expose the storage area to static electricity , which can destroy data. D o n o t r e m o v e a n S D ™ Card while data is being written or read.
150 Exploring Y our Options Using the Bridge Media slot 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample inserting an xD-Pictur e Car d Do not touch the xD-Picture ™ Card connector (metal area). Y ou could expose the s torage area to static electric ity , which can destroy da ta.
151 Chapter 5 T oshiba Utilities Y our computer includes se veral utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. T ogether , these allow yo u to determine certain system details, set additional options, or change default options.
152 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sample TOSHIB A Cons ole window The T OSHIB A Console offers tw o categories of features: ❖ Customizing Y our Computer ❖ Network Custo.
153 T oshiba Utilities TOS H IBA C o ns o le 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Power Saver The Po wer Sav er feature enables you to control your computer’ s power usage, reg ardle ss of the source, and use the many preset po w er modes, or create one yourse lf.
154 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Profiles This section lists the preset profiles. The preset profiles are: ❖ Full Po wer ❖ High Po wer ❖ Normal ❖ D VD Playback ❖ Presentation ❖ Long Life Although you can change the p roperties for an y of these prof iles, this is not recommended.
155 T oshiba Utilities TOS H IBA C o ns o le 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Mouse utility The Mouse utility allo ws you to change your T ouchPad or mouse settings.
156 T oshiba Utilities TOSHIB A Console 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Sample CD/D VD Drive Acoustic Silencer scr een This utility can slo w the speed of your optical dri ve to make it run more quietly . Y ou can use this utility to make listening to Music CDs more enjoyable.
157 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 6 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.
158 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 Click the Applications tab . If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. 3 Select the program you want to cl ose, then click End Ta s k .
159 If Something Goes Wrong 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 .
160 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng The W indows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The computer displays the WA RNING RESUME F AILURE message. The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the comp uter’ s memory has been lost.
161 If Something Goes Wrong The W indows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start prop erly , you may hav e to change your system’ s configuration o r verify t he startup procedure to fix the problem.
162 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng The W indows ® operating system is not working 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 See your W indow s ® docu mentation for fu rther exp lanation. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may display differen t versions of Safe mode.
163 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The Help and Support window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type th e topic of the problem with which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions.
164 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The recommended procedure fo r getting multiple de vices to work together is to add and set up one de vice at a time. After you add each device, test it to mak e sure it and all previously connected devices work.
165 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Play-compliant, no two de vices will compete for the same system resources. Simply pl ug in the device and turn on your computer . The operating system automatically sets up your system to accommodate the ne w de vice.
166 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling a device 1 Open the Start menu, click Contr ol Panel , t h e n Perf ormance and Maintenance . 2 Click the Administrativ e T ools ic on. 3 Click the Computer Management and then De vice Manager .
167 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about the device. ❖ The Resour ce tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor , D VD-R OM, multi-function drive, disk ette disk dri ve, and other po wer-using functions.
168 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 memory module installed, the err or is not caused by the memory module.
169 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If the battery has completely dischar ged, it will not be gin charging immediately . Leav e the AC adapter and po wer cable connected, wait 20 minutes and se e if the battery is char ging.
170 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y ou hav e connected an external k e yboard and the operating system displays one or more k eyboard err or messages. If you hav e a second keyboard, try it. If it w orks, the first ke yboard may be defecti ve or incompatible with your computer .
171 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The screen does not look right. Y ou can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control b utton, then clicking Properties .
172 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The display mode is set to Si multaneous and the external display device does not w ork. Make sure the e xternal monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher .
173 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Error -checking Run Error -checking, which an alyzes the directories, f iles, and File Allocation T able (F A T) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds: T o run Error-checking: 1 Click Start , then click My Computer .
174 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Some programs run corr ectly but others do not. This is probably a conf iguration problem. If a program does not run properly , refer to its do cumentation and check that the hardware conf iguration meets its needs.
175 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty . If necessary , wipe it with a clean damp cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner . Replace the disc in the tray . Make sure it is lyi ng flat, label side uppermost.
176 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 in the Mixer Utility (def ault En abled), may cause feedback. Re vert to the def a ult settings. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of de vices, such as a remov able hard disk, additional memory , or a pager .
177 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. See “Inserting and removing PC Cards” on page 143 for information about ho w to insert PC Cards.
178 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Resolving a hardwar e conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The computer stops working (hangs) when y ou insert a PC Card. The problem may be cause d by an I/O (input/output) conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another de vice in the system.
179 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a har dware conflict 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 If the card is attached to an external de vic e, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card’ s documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section .
180 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng Develop good computing habits 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 will print. Contact the softwa re manuf a cturer for more information. Modem problems This section lists common mo dem problems: The modem will not recei ve or transmit properly .
181 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 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 diskette, following the steps in “Saving your work” on page 83 .
182 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng If you need further assistance 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Before you call Since some problems may be related to the op erating system or the program you are usin g, it is important to in vestigate other sources of assistance first.
183 If Something Goes Wrong Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T oshiba voice contact Before calling T oshiba, make sure you ha ve: ❖ Y our computer’ s serial number . ❖ The computer and any optiona l de vices related to the problem.
184 If Someth ing Goes Wro ng T oshiba’s worldwide of fices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T oshiba’ s worldwide offices A ustralia T oshiba (A ustralia) Pty . Limited 84-92 T alavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Canada T oshiba Canada Ltd. 191 McNabb Street Markham, Ontario L3R - 8H2 Canada France T oshiba Systèmes (France) S.
185 If Something Goes Wrong T oshiba’ s worldwide off ices 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 For more information on ad ditional T oshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www .
186 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.
187 Hot Keys Instant passwor d security 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Instant password security When the display re-a ppears, select your user name and enter the correct password if you ha ve created o ne. Power usage profile Fn + This hot key blanks the display .
188 Hot Keys Stand By mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Stand By mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Stand By mode. A message box is displayed by defa ult to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode. This message box can be set so it does not display .
189 Hot Keys Hibernation mode 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default), a message box is displayed by default to conf irm the compu ter is going into Hibernation mode.
190 Hot Keys Display modes 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Display modes Fn + This hot key c ycles through the po wer-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display an.
191 Hot Keys Enabling a wir eless device 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Enabling a wireless device Display brightness Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless de vices in your computer . The wireless modes are: W i-Fi enabled—This enables the W i-Fi module.
192 Hot Keys Disabling or enab ling the T ouchP ad 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key enables/disables the T ouchPad. T o use the T ouchPad, see “Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad” on page 57 .
193 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix B Power Cable Connector s The 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 cable connectors for v arious parts of the w orld.
194 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.
195 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 informat io n on setting up and using ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application.
196 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 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.
197 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 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 de vice, such as its IP address, subnet mask, an d MA C address.
198 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 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.
199 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 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.
200 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 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.
201 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 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.
202 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Personal fi re wall settings for Internet connections. ❖ Dial-up connection settings for the default connection. ❖ File and printer sharing settings.
203 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 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 .
204 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer ConfigF r ee Utilities 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T o connect to a T oshiba 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 .
205 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Confi gF ree Uti lities 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 r eless setting is set for 5 GHz (802.11a), Quick Co nnect chan ges this mode to 2.
206 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Using the Au tomatic Switc h 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.
207 Using ConfigFree™ with your T oshiba Computer Semi-Automatic 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.
208 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 These acronyms may appear in this user’ s guide.
209 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 DC direct current DMA direct memory access DIMM dual inl ine memory mo dule DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nem atic DV D digital ve.
210 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference RO M read-only memory RT C real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface DDRAM double data random ac.
211 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 application —A computer program that you use to perfor m tasks of a specific type. Applications includ e wo rd processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also pro g ram . B backup —A copy of a f ile, usually on a rem ov able disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged.
212 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 byte —A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data. See also bit, gigabyte, kilobyte , me gabyte . C cache —A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for qu ick access.
213 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 controller —A device that controls the tran sfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. F or example, disk dri ves, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require control lers. CPU —See central pr ocessing unit (CPU).
214 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 disk —A round, flat piece of material th at can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital fo rm, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as disk ettes and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, har d disk.
215 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 D VD-ROM (d igital versat ile [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.
216 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 fo rm a t —(verb) T o prepare a blank disk for use with the computer’ s operating system. Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it.
217 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 hot swapping —The ability to add or remov e devices from a computer while the computer is running and ha ve the operating system automatically recognize the change. I icon —A small image displayed on the sc reen that represents a function, file, or program.
218 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 local area network —See LAN. logical drive —A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk dri ve. A system’ s logical dri ves may dif fer from its physical dri ves. For example, a single hard disk dri ve may be partitioned in to two or more logical drives.
219 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 non-interlaced —A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which each pixel of e very line is refr eshed as the electron beam scans across and do wn the screen. Compare interlaced. non-system disk —A disk for stori ng programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer .
220 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 port —A socket on the computer wh ere you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral de vice. processor —See centr al pr ocessing unit (CPU) . program —A set of instructions that can be e xecuted by a computer .
221 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 R OM (read-only memory) —Non-volatile memory that can be read b ut not written to. By non-volatile, we mean that infor mation in R OM remains whether or not the computer is recei ving power .
222 Glossary 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 U universal serial bu s (USB) —A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bits per second). USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devi ces through a single all-purpose USB port. USB allo ws hot swapping of peripherals.
223 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Index A AC adapter 49 AC power cable connectors 193 AC power light 51 accessories carrying cases 73 memory 58 Add Printer Wizard 65 adjusting record ing quality 14 2 Alt keys 78 arm/wrist strain 43 audio .
224 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 playing using Aut o-Run 96 CD and DVDs viewing contents 97 CD Player control panel 95 CDs inserting 92 problem solving 175 channels DMA 164 IRQ 164 character keys 77 ch.
225 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 latch 53 screen is blank 170 display device connecting 68 external 68 TV 68 display modes hot key 190 display output settings 70 display panel opening 53 Display settin.
226 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 starting again from 104 Hibernation mode hot key 18 9 hot key display modes 190 display settings 139 functions 186 Hibernatio n mode 189 keyboard 192 keyboard overla ys.
227 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Memory Stick inserting 147 removing 148 microphone 141 Microsoft Support Onli ne Web site 163 modem determining COM port 130 problem solving 180 resetting port to defa .
228 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 power usage mode hot key 187 powering down using Standby 104 precautions 45 , 52 other computer use 45 primary button 56 printer choosing a driver 65 local, connecting .
229 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 flickers 171 system resources 164 trouble prevention 180 URL address not found 162 using Start up optio ns 161 warning resume f ailure 160 Windows won’t start 15 9 Wi.
230 Index 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 S-video 69 external display 68 System Setup 159 system tray 128 T taskbar 128 television 68 adjusting display 71 connecting 68 Toshiba Internet Web sites 183 Toshiba Co.
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 P30-S6362ST 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 P30-S6362ST - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Toshiba P30-S6362ST imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Toshiba P30-S6362ST ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Toshiba P30-S6362ST, 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 P30-S6362ST.
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 P30-S6362ST. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Toshiba P30-S6362ST 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.
