Toshiba L35 SP4068 Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35
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Satellite® L30/L35 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 2
failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 3
applications" means life support systems, medical and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference USB port, PS/2 port®, i.LINK® port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 4
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949 - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 5
to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If this trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 6
fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 7
problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 8
who continually review and interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 9
the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 10
with the related European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. VCCI Class B Information operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. NOTE - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 11
RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct Computer if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 12
than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 13
13 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only. Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 14
14 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 15
outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 16
Access Point's radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation. Approved - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 17
17 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 18
Zealand Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth® Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group. ❖ - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 19
experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/ of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 20
environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain TOSHIBA in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized. Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 21
RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct Computer if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 22
10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device Authorization - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 23
proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a HD DVD, CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 24
guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. ©2006 by Toshiba BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 25
25 Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 26
Contents Introduction 33 This guide 34 Safety icons 35 Other icons used 36 Other documentation 36 Service options 37 Options 37 Chapter 1: Getting Started 38 Selecting a place 43 Setting up your software 43 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 26 - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 27
the main battery 49 Using the computer for the first time 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Using the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 28
Optical drive components 95 Writable discs 96 CDs 96 Inserting a compact disc 97 Playing an audio CD 99 Playing CDs 101 Creating a CD/DVD 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........102 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........103 Caring for CD or DVD discs 103 Toshiba's online - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 29
Computing 105 Toshiba's energy-saver design 105 Running the computer on battery power 105 Battery Notice 106 Power management 107 Using additional batteries 107 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 111 Determining - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 30
Internet 144 The Internet 144 The World Wide Web 144 Internet Service Providers 145 Connecting to the Internet 145 Surfing the Internet TOSHIBA Utilities 154 TOSHIBA Assist 155 Connect 156 Protect & Fix 156 Optimize 156 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 157 TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility 158 TOSHIBA - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 31
Manager ...........176 Memory problems 178 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 180 Display problems 181 Disk drive problems 184 Optical drive problems 186 Sound system problems 187 PC Card problems 188 Printer problems 191 Modem problems 192 Wireless networking problems 193 DVD - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 32
211 Without a password 211 With a password 211 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 212 Power profile 213 Standby mode 213 Hibernation 216 Keyboard hot keys 217 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 218 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 219 - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 33
in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS), which restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its notebook component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers' commitment to meeting RoHS requirements by conducting component - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 34
and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed , visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 35
Safety icons 35 Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 36
with the following documentation: ❖ Satellite L30/L35 Series User's Guide (this electronic manual) ❖ Satellite L30/L35 Quick Start card ❖ Satellite L30/L35 Resource Guide ❖ Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort ❖ Limited Warranty information ❖ Satellite L30/L35 Recovery (DVD) ❖ It may - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 37
, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba.com. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 38
chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Creating a computer - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 39
as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 40
service center. Computer base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk/disc or flash media - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 41
Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important dealer to help you. General Precautions Toshiba computers are designed to optimize safety, in the text of the manual. Please also refer to the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Pressure - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 42
your PC or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never block the air vents. ❖ Always operate your PC on a hard surface. Using your PC on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents. Overheating your PC or AC adaptor could cause system failure, PC - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 43
adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 44
44 Getting Started Setting up your computer The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End User - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 45
, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 43. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 66) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 46
to a power source ❖ Connect an optional external disk drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 69) ❖ Install PC Cards (see battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 47
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 48
the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power and battery light on the indicator panel glows green. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 49
the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 50
50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the display panel 1 Slide the display latch to the right. 2 Lift the display panel. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 51
the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 52
until the operating system has loaded completely. Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 53
dealer for details. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 43. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on the base of the computer. You will need - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 54
information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 118. 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 55
static electricity you may have built up. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 56
modules stacked on top of one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector's notch with the matching key - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 57
of the module. If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 58
58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 120. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 59
while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will not be saved. The following message appears when you turn on the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 60
slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 120. 6 Turn the computer right side - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 61
turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth, square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 62
cursor, you can click it into place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. Do not press on the TouchPad too hard or press a sharp object such as a ball point pen against the TouchPad. The TouchPad could be damaged. For some functions, you can tap the TouchPad - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 63
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 63 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. (Sample Image) TouchPAD ON/OFF screen 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Mouse Properties window closes. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 64
or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the left side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 65
profiles 3 Release the Fn key. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and then Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 66
display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 800 x 600 or higher. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support any USBcompatible keyboard. Using a mouse You may want to use - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 67
a USB cable was not included with your printer, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer will automatically recognize the printer; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 68
Started Connecting a printer Setting up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to set it up for - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 69
an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 70
damage the disk and/or drive. It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 71
than restarting from turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 72
system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your hard disk - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 73
appears. (Sample Image) Turn off computer Windows® dialog box 2 Click Turn Off. The computer shuts down completely. Shut Down For Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP MCE when connected to a domain server, follow these steps to turn off the computer: 1 Click Start, and then Shut down. The Shut - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 74
by pressing the power button. To use this method, you first need to activate it using TOSHIBA's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 3 Click on the Setup Action tab. (Sample Image) Setup action settings screen - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 75
Getting Started Turning off the computer 75 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 159. Once the computer is configured, you can turn it off by either pressing the power button or closing the display - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 76
to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 159. Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 77
amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into Standby mode. To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in TOSHIBA's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 78
to go into Standby mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 159. Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 79
battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 122. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 80
. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 81
. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 82
up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 83
contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 84
a numeric keypad. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard. Your computer's keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key. Most of the time, this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 85
with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 86
you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. To disable the numeric - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 87
are the cursor control overlay keys. To turn the cursor control overlay on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on. To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 88
from Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of your computer's contents as a hierarchy or "tree." You can easily see the contents of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you should know the file name and location of the program's executable file (this file ends - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 89
Learning the Basics Starting a program 89 5 In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in "(C:)." 6 In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, doubleclick the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files. Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 90
then Search, and then following the on-screen instructions. HINT: To run the same program again, off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive, diskette, flash media, or CD. This is using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Saving documents - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 91
. Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name. (Sample Image) Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. HINT: To make another copy of the file you - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 92
contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. File names are not case-sensitive. Using a file - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 93
Learning the Basics Printing your work 93 Printing your work Ensure the operating system is set up for your printer as described in "Setting up a printer" on page 68. HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 94
"Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP" on page 202. HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive. Small files can be backed up on diskettes - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 95
Using the optical drive 95 Using the optical drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 96
. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Writable discs This section describes the types of writable CD discs. Check the specifications of your drive for the type of discs it can write. CDs ❖ CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 97
Do not touch the laser lens. Doing so could cause misalignment. Keep foreign matter from entering the drive. Check the back edge of the tray to make sure it carries no debris before closing the drive. 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 98
6 Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up. (Sample Illustration) Positioning the disc in the drive 7 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it clicks into place. NOTE When the drawer is fully opened, the edge of the computer - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 99
disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. If the CD/DVD is not seated properly when the drawer is closed, the disc might be damaged. Also, the drawer - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 100
100 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Stop button Play/Pause button (Sample Image) Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 101
CD/DVD manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then My Computer. 2 Click the optical drive icon. The disc drive will run the DVD Depending on the configuration, your computer may come with a multi-function drive that allows you to: ❖ Play pre-recorded DVDs ❖ Play pre-recorded - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 102
operate properly on other computers or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities. Copy protection technology may also prevent or limit - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 103
the computer turned off: 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 104
104 Learning the Basics Toshiba's online resources ❖ Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme inserting it in the drive. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 105
efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 106
or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba notebook computer. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month. The Lithium-Ion battery has no memory effect so - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 107
has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration settings and changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional second battery (not - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 108
time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 109
power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 110
date and time settings. WARNING 0251: System CMOS checksum bad-Default configuration used. Press [F1] to resume, [F2] to setup. The charge in the RTC battery is getting low or has been exhausted. You will need to set the date and time within the BIOS setup using the following steps: 1 Press - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 111
" on page 117 for information on replacing the main battery. HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the on/ off light ( ), and the power button light (near the upper-left corner of the keyboard). When the on/off light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 112
light Hard disk drive light AC power/Battery light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power and then TOSHIBA Power Saver. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 113
for your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off. Hibernation mode keeps track of where you were, so that - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 114
to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured ❖ How much you use the hard disk, optical drive, diskette drives, or other optional devices ❖ Where - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 115
is configured. By using them, you can greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset Power Profiles. Using one of these profiles lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 116
do not have to restart your system before they become active settings.) For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 159. Using a hot key to set the Power Profile You may use selected mode. For more information on setting the battery Power Profile, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 159. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 117
Mode. Data is stored in RAM, so if the computer loses power it will be lost. When the computer is powered off in Standby Mode, and the AC adaptor is not connected, the main battery pack supplies power to maintain data and programs in memory. If the battery pack is completely discharged, Standby - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 118
118 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 75. 3 Unplug and remove any cables - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 119
is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 120
otherwise apply impact; do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack. Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode. Data is stored in RAM, so if the computer loses power it will be lost. In Hibernation Mode, data will be - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 121
121 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery 3 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. (Sample Illustration) Locking the battery release lock 4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of "Removing the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 122
and prolong its life. For additional tips and helpful information on caring for your computer's main battery, refer to the Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Safety precautions ❖ If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 123
can be set in the TOSHIBA Power Saver to conserve battery power. This mode has the following options: ❖ CPU processing speed ❖ Screen brightness ❖ Cooling method ❖ System Standby ❖ System Hibernation ❖ Monitor power off ❖ How often and how long you use the hard disk, optical disc. ❖ How much charge - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 124
computer and the power cord/cable to a power outlet. The DC-IN or AC power-light should glow green, and the battery light should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the DC-IN or AC powerlight indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied. Check - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 125
dry place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on usage. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 126
your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by sponsoring Call2Recycle, a program of - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 127
of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 128
chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 129
129 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, Taskbar, System tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar System tray (Sample Image) Windows® operating - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 130
icons depending on your configuration. See Windows® online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it. Start button You button to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Access Microsoft® Windows® operating system update ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find files ❖ Access Windows - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 131
Current time, Power usage mode, Mouse properties, and speaker volume. To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate System tray icon. Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 132
support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you are having trouble to bring up the dialog box with information specific to that modem. The Windows operating system communicates troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 133
to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem. 9 Click OK to close the modem does not support voice functions. All data and fax functions are supported. In case follow the steps below. 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then click Modem Region Select. NOTE Do not - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 134
icon will appear in the Task Bar. Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports. A sub menu for telephony location information will also be displayed. A check will appear next to the currently selected region and telephony location. 3 Select - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 135
line. The modem allows you to: ❖ Access the Internet. ❖ Communicate with your office's local area network (LAN) or larger corporate wide area network (WAN). For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your network administrator. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 136
Setting up for communications ❖ Send a fax directly from your computer. For more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer's built - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 137
or hard disk drive connected to a 16-bit PC Card, you might experience the following modem problems: •Modem speed is slow or communication is interrupted. •Skips may occur in sound. Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. Disconnecting To - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 138
138 Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports. LAN cable types NOTE The computer must be configured properly - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 139
from the hub. Accessing a network To access a network: ❖ At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer. For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network administrator. ❖ While you are at home or traveling, you need a dial-up connection. Ask - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 140
this device (enable) check box, and click OK. Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN feature is not available on all models. Where present, it supports the B and G standard but it is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 141
by an outsider across the Wireless LAN which may cause intrusion, eavesdropping, and the loss or destruction of stored data. Toshiba strongly recommends the customer to enable the encryption function. ❖ Toshiba is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN and the damage - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 142
142 Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications Wireless communication indicator The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communication functions. Indicator status Indication Indicator off Wireless communication switch is set to off, or a - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 143
and some features may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Your system may light will be lit. For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 193. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 144
these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 145
such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account The Microsoft® Web browser Internet that when you first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 146
that site. You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information. Internet features The Internet offers probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 147
site as a clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 148
148 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, and then Sound Recorder. Positioning bar (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 149
149 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers. Before - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 150
150 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features Sound System This section describes audio controls including sound levels and power management. Volume control The Volume Control utility lets you control the audio volume in Windows for both playback and recording. ❖ To launch Volume - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 151
be much more difficult to set up and use. Your notebook computer comes with a PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards that you can install: ❖ in standby or Hibernation Mode. Some cards might not work properly. A hard disk drive or CD-ROM/DVD-ROM connected to a 16bit PC Card might affect - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 152
the PC Card prior to removing it. Otherwise, the system may be damaged. NOTE Before removing a PC Card, make sure that no applications or system services are using the card. 1 Prepare the card for removal by right-clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then selecting the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 153
a PC Card Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 154
individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapter. ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Utility 154 - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 155
do one of the following: ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop. ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers three categories of options: ❖ Connect - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 156
™ Connectivity Doctor ❖ ConfigFree Protect & Fix The feature available in this category is the: ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility. Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Utility - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 157
PC Diagnostic Tool Utility This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help. To use the PC Diagnostic Tool utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then PC Diagnostic Tool, or - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 158
the Hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. To activate the Hotkey utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Hotkey utility. The TOSHIBA Hotkey window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility window 2 Select the desired option(s). 3 Click OK. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 159
Power Saver Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power usage for both AC power and battery power, as well as the estimated battery life for each power profile mode. The profiles shown in the Profile - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 160
160 TOSHIBA Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver Preset Power Profiles The preset power profiles are: ❖ Full The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power. Quickly creating a new power profile 1 Highlight one of the preset profiles. 2 Click - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 161
Touch and Launch, touch and hold your finger on a corner of the TouchPad. The TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window A blue circle within the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window represents your finger location on the TouchPad. As you move the blue circle - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 162
finger when the blue circle is not on any icon. Or, click the Close button in the upper-right area of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window. The TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window has the following parts: Back button Corner icons Close button Title Main window Functions Corner icons (Sample Image - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 163
one of the corner icons. The type and number of icons you see in the main part of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window are determined by which corner icons you select. TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is controlled/adjusted via an icon on the system tray. The icon will change color when - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 164
Corner Assignment section, you can change the icons you see at the four corners of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window using the drop-down list boxes. The icons are referred to as tables in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings dialog box. The TouchPad settings button allows you to define how - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 165
Touch and Launch Settings window. These are the same items (icons) you can choose in the Corner Assignment section of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings. As you select a table, the Settings button may become active. Not all tables have settings. The New Table button allows you - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 166
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 167
167 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix To close a program that has stopped responding: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once). The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 168
you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold the power switch for at least 10 seconds. If you are using the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 169
and use the arrow keys to select the boot-up device. The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message. The computer was placed in Standby mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. Data stored in the computer's hard drive may not be affected. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 170
battery is running low see "What to do when the main battery runs low" on page 113. If you are running on battery The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." on page 169. The fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating system - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 171
have to change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. To open the (with Networking) ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your most - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 172
repair. Try again later. The Windows® XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. To access Windows® XP Help and Support: 1 Click Start, then click Help - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 173
the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 174
components need resources to accomplish a task. A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer's Central Processing Unit conflict. Direct Memory Access The data required by a device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Access (DMA - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 175
things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove component and use its resources for the new device. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 176. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 176
a hardware conflict Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager Double-click Computer Management, then click Device Manager. 4 Select the specific device from the device category. To expand a device category, double- the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 177
the drivers being used by the device. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one device to another. A Troubleshooting button is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot... A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 178
least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional high-capacity battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 179
Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC power properly. If you think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach room temperature and try again. If the battery has completely discharged, it will not begin charging immediately. Leave - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 180
Management utility. Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 181
. You may have plugged the external keyboard in while the computer was turned on. Using the computer's TouchPad, click Start, then either Shut Down or Turn Off Computer, and then Restart the Computer. The computer will restart and recognize the device. Display problems Here are some typical display - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 182
182 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 183
problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be able - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 184
Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 185
recovery of bad sectors 7 Click Start. Error-checking tests and repairs the disk. Your hard disk seems problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs. A diskette will not go into the optional external diskette drive - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 186
. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 184). Optical drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. If the optical drive is an external drive, make sure that the drive's cable is properly connected to the computer. Make sure the tray - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 187
the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Some discs run correctly but others do not. Check the type of disc you are using. The optical drive supports the CD-Recordable (CD-R) and CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) discs; and DVD±R/±RW or DVD RAM discs. If the problem - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 188
hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble can use them. Use the Windows® XP PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard to support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 189
system does not have built-in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an operating system driver, it may not work under card malfunctions again, it may be defective. Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to be dead. PC Cards - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 190
make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 176 for more information. Since all PC Cards or Standby mode. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with this computer. For more information on Hibernation and Standby modes see " - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 191
which should contain a troubleshooting section. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer will any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 68 or in the instructions - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 192
manufacturer for more information. Modem problems This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not receive or second) or higher. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. The modem is on Toshiba Web site at pcsupport - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 193
problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is correct-i.e., that it matches the SSID assigned to the access point you are attempting to connect through. SSIDs are case-sensitive. Toshiba - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 194
recognized by Windows®, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages- these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. 's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi part of your network. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 195
[WEP], etc.), check the access point vendor's Web site for recent firmware upgrades. Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in new firmware releases. Special considerations for Windows XP Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption is not enabled on the wireless access point - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 196
problems playing a DVD title, try the following steps: 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is properly inserted in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that the Display properties are not True Color (24-bit). If it is set to 24-bit color, there may be a video - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 197
should appear in the list. 6 See "Checking device properties" on page 176 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 198
OK. DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted. Having Stretch enabled when your video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 can cause distortion. To disable Stretch, follow the instructions below: 1 Right-click the Desktop, select Properties. 2 Select the Settings tab. 3 Select the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 199
backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 81 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy files to diskette. ❖ Copy files to an external storage device - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 200
problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals manuals. Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP Windows XP - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 201
the saved Restore Point. To do this: 1 Click Start, and then Help and Support. 2 Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your computer with System Restore. Restore Points labeled System Checkpoint were automatically created by Windows XP. Other Restore Points may have been created automatically by - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 202
Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP The most valuable component of your computer system is the data that you create and store on its hard drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 203
also wish to back up other important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: ❖ E-mail files and settings-for Outlook, Outlook Express, or other newsgroup readers. Visit the vendors' Web sites for detailed instructions. ❖ Other data files. If you do not find an application's - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 204
Click Export Favorites, Next. (To restore the Favorites to the hard disk drive later you would select Import Favorites from this list.) 4 A list . Windows XP also includes a Backup utility, though it does not directly support writing to CDs. For more information, click Start, Help and Support, or - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 205
new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and (see "Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP" on page 202). ❖ Have your factory Restore/Reconfiguration CD(s) Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 206
help. Before you contact Toshiba Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 207
Detailed Specifications for that model. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardwarerelated, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you. Toshiba's Technical Support - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 208
208 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 209
20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 of the US this call may incur long-distance charges) Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 210
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 211
211 Hot Keys Password security Password security Fn + This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display's content reappear, if no password is set for the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 212
box. 5 Click OK. Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully charged (even if the computer is with a screen saver, go to Windows online Help for instructions: 1 Click Start, and then Help and Support. 2 In the Search field, type password screen saver. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 213
and cycles through the power profiles. (Sample Image) Power profiles The properties of each power profile are set in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 159. Standby mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Standby mode. A message box - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 214
214 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. ( - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 215
215 Hot Keys Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only (Sample Image) Display options window To use a simultaneous - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 216
216 Hot Keys Wireless setting Wireless setting Fn + This hot key informs you when the Wireless antenna on-off switch is in the off position. (No message appears when the Wi-Fi antenna on-off switch is in the on position.) Pressing Fn + F8 allows you to switch between active wireless devices - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 217
217 Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 218
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 219
the ConfigFree online Help. The ConfigFree utilities include the following: ❖ Connectivity Doctor-The Connectivity Doctor utility is used to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer. For more information, see "Connectivity Doctor" on page 222. 219 - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 220
220 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Search for Wireless Devices-The Search for connection. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the Taskbar. ❖ Press the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 221
221 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility. on the Taskbar, and then NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 222
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 223
223 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) ❖ Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 224
Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem view the possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point. If multiple - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 225
225 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The device. NOTE The wireless device shown near the center of the map is not necessarily near your notebook computer. If a wireless device located a distance away also has a strong signal, it appears - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 226
226 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Viewing Wi-Fi devices Creating a new wireless connection NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows XP SP2 or above. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: 1 Open the Search for - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 227
227 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Dragging a device to the Access Point (Sample Image) Wireless settings screen 3 Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 228
228 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth® devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 229
229 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Dragging the file to the Bluetooth® device icon To be prompted for the device: 1 Drag and drop the file to - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 230
230 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Selecting Send to Bluetooth® Devices option 2 Choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send. NOTE During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 231
231 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer, as well as information about any network devices. The following settings can - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 232
232 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 7 Click Change Icon and select an icon for this profile. 8 Click the icon at the bottom of the screen to display more - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 233
233 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online Help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 234
234 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is a convenient way to share files with other users and to transfer files between your computers - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 235
235 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 236
236 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 237
237 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 2 Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. NOTE SUMMIT can also be started not always be available. To find out how to use Quick Connect to launch ConfigFree Summit, see "Direct Link Toshiba Device" on page 240. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 238
wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad Hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection is broken and reestablished later. To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Use the pointing device to select the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 239
Refer to the online Help if necessary. 4 Click OK. NOTE Because the wireless LAN's default connection setting is for Ad Hoc mode, the Toshiba Wireless Projector will not connect if the projector is set to Infrastructure mode. If this occurs, you can change the wireless LAN's connection setting to - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 240
mode and use the Summit feature. To use this feature: 1 Display the ConfigFree menu. 2 Select the ConfigFree Link option from the Direct Link Toshiba Device submenu. This action switches the computer's wireless network setting to Ad Hoc mode, and launches the SUMMIT feature. (Sample Image) Using the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 241
241 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic . Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 242
242 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature 2 Click Auto Switch. The Auto Switch dialog box appears. 3 Select the Auto Switch (SSID) tab. 4 Select the profile to be - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 243
your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 244
DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 245
245 Glossary RAM RFI ROM RTC SCSI SDRAM SRAM SVGA TFT USB URL WAN www random access memory radio frequency interference read-only memory real-time clock small computer system interface synchronous dynamic random access memory static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 246
- Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), . boot - To start the computer. The term "boot" originates drive before checking the hard disk. bus - An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 247
CD - An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM. CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) - A form of highcapacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 248
memory residing between the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A program (called a "driver batteries. DC flows in one direction. Compare alternating current (AC). direct memory disk. disk - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 249
system, this refers to the left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 250
can write information to the disk or read information from it. frontside bus - The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. function keys - The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard. Their function is - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 251
some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable. By default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C. hardware - The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 252
. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives. M memory - Typically refers to the computer's main memory, where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed. Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily, such as RAM, or it can be - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 253
motherboard - The computer's main circuit board that contains the processor, memory, and other primary components. MS-DOS prompt - See system prompt. multi-function drive - A DVD drive to information being read from your own computer's hard disk, such as online documentation or online Help, or - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 254
drive - A drive which reads plastic coated discs on which information is recorded digitally and uses a laser to read data, music, or videos notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 255
turn off your computer. This type of memory is used for your computer's main memory. See also memory. Compare ROM. random access memory - See RAM. read-only memory - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 256
a file to another computer through a modem or network. See also download. USB - See universal serial bus (USB). utility - A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. VW Web - See World - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 257
257 Glossary Wi-Fi - A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www) - The worldwide network of Web sites linked - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 258
Index A AC adaptor 46 AC power connecting adaptor 48 accessories memory 52 adding memory 52 adjusting recording quality 148 Alt keys 84 audio .wav files 147 audio features 147 B backing up files 82 battery alarms 114 changing 117 charge indicator light 48, 111 charge not lasting 179 charging 46, 49 - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 259
properties 176 disabling a device 176 devices keyboard 66 mouse 66 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 165 Disk Defragmenter 185 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 185 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 184 running slow 185 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 185 cannot read - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 260
port 140 expansion memory slot 55 exploring the desktop 128 external monitor not working 183 mouse 66 external diskette drive connecting 69 Support Windows XP 172 Hibernation mode 71 configuring 75 starting again from 77 hot key display brightness 215 display modes 215 Hibernation mode 214 keyboard - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 261
217 not working 169 overlay keys 86 troubleshooting 180 using 83 Windows special keys 85 keyboard, external 66 keyboard, full-size 84 L lock computer, using 80 M main battery removing 118 memory adding 52 problem solving 178 removing expansion slot cover 55 memory module inserting 56 installation 53 - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 262
75 using Standby 77 precautions 39 printer connecting 67 problem solving 191, 192 printing a file 93 problem solving AC power 179 accessing disk drives 169 battery charge does not last 179 battery not charging 179 cannot insert diskette in drive 185 cannot read a diskette 186 changing display - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 263
45 worldwide offices 208 TOSHIBA Assist 155 Toshiba online resources 104 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 161 disable/enable 165 Toshiba utilities 154 traveling tips 127 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 196 external keyboard 181 keyboard 180 keypad overlay 180 optical drive 186 turning on the - Toshiba L35 SP4068 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite L35 - Page 264
Index V video projector adjusting display 66 W warranty limited warranty 37 Web 144 Web sites 207 Wi-Fi wireless networking 143 Windows Explorer 88 Windows Media Player 99 Windows Media Player icon 130 Windows operating system desktop 128 Windows Start menu 88 Windows XP Help and Support 172 problem
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If you need assistance:
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Toshiba’s Support Web site
pcsupport.toshiba.com
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Toshiba Global Support Centre
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see
“If Something Goes Wrong” on
page 166
in this guide.