Toshiba M305-S4819 Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista)
Toshiba M305-S4819 - Satellite - Core 2 Duo 1.83 GHz Manual
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Satellite® M300 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 M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 2
Wash hands after handling. Model: Satellite® M300 Series Recordable and/or set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 3
life support device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC accordance with the instructions, it may cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's ports. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 4
complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 5
maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If this trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 6
or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 7
problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 8
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described in the user - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 9
Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5. TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 10
not apply to end users in other countries such as the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 11
Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 12
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 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 13
by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. NOTE This device works on passive scan only. A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode. Argentina Azerbaijan Brazil Chile Czech Republic Egypt - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 15
channel of operation. If operation is occurring 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 16
free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. NOTE This device works on passive scan only. A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 17
Taiwan (ROC) Ukraine USA Sweden Thailand United Kingdom Venezuela Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 18
18 Canada Chile Colombia Costa Rica Cyprus Czech Republic Ecuador Egypt Estonia Finland Germany Ghana Guatemala Honduras Hungary Iceland Indonesia Ireland Italy Japan - Jate Jordan Kazakhstan Kuwait Latvia Lesotho Liechtenstein Luxembourg Macedonia Malta Mexico Morocco - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 19
/g) Ch36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 20
finalized and is currently in draft release. The TOSHIBA 11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Adapters are based on the Draft Release, Version 1.0, of the IEEE 802.11n specification. An adapter with 11a/b, 11a/b/g, or 11a/b/g/n can communicate on any of its supported formats; the actual connection will be based - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 21
or even lose your network connection. If you should 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/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 22
within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 23
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 24
24 Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 25
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 01NYDA1305 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 26
the user's guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair an optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 27
INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 28
HDMI Licensing LLC. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. TouchPad org. As part of Toshiba's commitment to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade- - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 29
guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional external devices 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 29 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 30
60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 67 Installing drivers and applications 68 Using the TouchPad 68 Scrolling with the TouchPad 69 Control buttons 69 Disabling or enabling the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 31
87 Computing tips 87 Using the keyboard 89 Character keys 89 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 89 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys field 94 Saving your work 94 Printing your work 96 Backing up your work 97 Restoring your work 97 Using the optical drive Toshiba's online resources 103 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 32
32 Contents Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 106 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 107 Monitoring main - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 33
password 144 Using a user password 145 Deleting a user password 146 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 147 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........148 Mouse Utility 149 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 150 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TOSHIBA Button Support 155 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 34
Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk drive problems 178 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 ExpressCard® problems 181 Printer problems 183 Modem problems 184 Wireless networking problems 184 DVD operating problems 187 Develop good - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 35
you contact Toshiba 193 Contacting Toshiba 194 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 195 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 197 Hot enabling the TouchPad 209 Zoom (Display resolution 210 Keyboard hot key functions 211 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 212 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 36
in AC power mode. We recommend that you leave this and other energy saving features active, so that your computer will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. You can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 37
it is used. If all U.S. household and businesses replaced old computers with new ENERGY STAR® qualified models, help of ENERGY STAR®, saved about $14 billion dollars on their utility bills and PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its computer component suppliers user manuals or all program functionality. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 38
prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most upto-date product information about your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 39
Safety icons 39 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 M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 40
electronic version of the user's guide (this document) ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 41
what to do the first time you use your computer. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is shipped with your computer, contains to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Setting up a work environment Place the computer on a hard flat surface that is large enough - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 42
work Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working any part of AC adaptor from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 43
contact between computer base/palm rest and skin" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. Never This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 44
AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual , keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 45
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 License Agreement and click Next. 3 Enter your desired user name and password, choose a picture to be - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 46
external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your see "Using a mouse" on page 72) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 72) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 47
Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 48
48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source 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 AC adaptor Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 49
correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 for information on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before using - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 50
the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 51
keyboard area before closing the display panel. Small bright dots may appear on your screen screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 52
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 may want to increase the computer - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 53
, the memory module may be hot. The surrounding area may also be hot. Allow the module to cool to room temperature before replacing it. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before they have cooled. Failure to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury. To - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 54
including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 114. 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 55
cover. Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover . Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 56
56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. If only one memory - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 57
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the socket. These latches should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 58
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 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 59
Started Adding memory (optional) 59 NOTE The following screen may appear when you turn on the power: If scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly. NOTE If - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 60
Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 116. 6 Turn the computer right side up - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 61
, a D: drive. ❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default without the HDD Recovery partition. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with your computer. Creating Recovery DVDs Depending on your system configuration, you may be able to copy the hard drive recovery to - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 62
Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The Toshiba Global Support drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. 4 Click Create. 5 Insert the first blank DVD into your writable optical drive when prompted. 6 Follow the on-screen a user specified - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 63
the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. The options are - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 64
Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click Next to begin the recovery. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on the keyboard - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 65
On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the HDD. (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen 3 Select the desired method, and then click be lost. Be sure you have saved your work to external media before proceeding. 4 Click Next - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 66
during the recovery process) and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. To resize and recover your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover to a custom size - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 67
the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer. Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media DVDs (refer to "Creating Recovery DVDs" on page 61): 1 Insert the first recovery DVD into your optical drive and power on the computer. 2 When the initial screen - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 68
the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation process. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™, the small, rectangular area located in front of the keyboard - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 69
finger up or down along the right edge of the TouchPad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad. This feature can be disabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 70
™-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is a standard in the CE Industry which allows devices to work together over an HDMI cable. Toshiba computers with HDMI-CEC include a Toshiba utility (that may need to be installed) dedicated to take advantage of its capabilities which can allow you to: ❖ Use the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 71
❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer. For more detailed HDMI-CEC information, visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. Directing the display Built-in display and TV (or other external video device) simultaneously ❖ TV (or other external video device) only ❖ Built-in display and external - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 72
support any USB-compatible keyboard. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer's built-in TouchPad your printer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. You a suitable USB cable which may come with your printer. If a USB cable was not included with - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 73
cable into a live AC outlet. 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 the on-screen instructions to set up your printer. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 74
, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer's USB ports. down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the battery. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 75
decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 76
to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first. For information on using - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 77
The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your work or the current state of the computer. This command closes all open , and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 78
Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 79
To turn off the computer using the Hibernation command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Hibernate. The computer saves the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 80
Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 81
light glows white or green, depending on your model. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the next to the Lock button in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 82
appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 83
Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 84
depending on your model. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you place the computer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 117. NOTE - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 85
including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 86
86 Getting Started Caring for your computer 3 Insert the cable's locking end into the security lock slot on your computer, then engage the locking device. The computer is now securely locked. (Sample Illustration) Attaching security lock cable - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 87
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 since you last saved. See "Saving your work" on page 94 for further information. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 88
and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 89
of the time, this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. Using the Fn key, you can simulate the separate key, as follows: Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key on the numeric - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 90
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 execute specific functions on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 201. Special - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 91
the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay 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 overlay - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 92
a program Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use the Start menu or Windows® Explorer. If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options. You - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 93
the window, double-click Accessories. Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window. 9 In the right part of the window, double-click wordpad. The operating system opens WordPad. To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 94
disc. This is one of the most important rules of computing. When you turn off the computer using the Sleep or Hibernate commands, your work should be there when you resume. Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals. Check your program's documentation to see if it - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 95
working with, click File, and then Save As, and give the new file a different name. File names The Windows® operating system supports support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. You may use all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 96
96 Learning the Basics Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extensions. For information on showing or hiding file extensions, see your Windows® online Help. Printing your work Ensure the operating system is set up for your printer as described in "Setting up a printer - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 97
work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer. You can back up your files to different types of media such as CDs, DVDs diskettes if an optional external diskette drive is available. Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 98
video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power. NOTE When viewing DVD movies use the DVD Player - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 99
manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard let you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD audio CDs or DVD movies. The Play - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 100
100 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc into the drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. The drive will not open if the computer's power is off. 2 Make sure the drive's in-use indicator light is off. 3 Press the drive's eject button - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 101
disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the optical disc manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 102
regarding supported optical media formats please refer to your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. computers or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please cover. 3 Gently press the tray in to close it. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 103
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 the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and place it in its protective cover. 3 Gently press the tray in to close it. Caring for - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 104
3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can recharge - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 105
and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba computer. To ensure that the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 106
an AC power source, you may purchase a battery module for use in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. For more information on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. Charging batteries The - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 107
you operate your computer on battery 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 108
or green, depending on your model, when the main battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 109
the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 114 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 110
you can: ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare (not included with your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 111
window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Battery to display the battery options. 5 Configure the alarm settings 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 112
drive, diskette drives, or other optional devices ❖ Where you are working, since operating time decreases at low temperatures There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which saves power when you turn off - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 113
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 113 2 Select an appropriate plan for your work environment or create your own you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings. 5 Click Change Advanced Settings to access settings for battery notification levels, hard drive power save - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 114
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 79. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 115
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 115 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 116
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 M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 117
's power immediately and disconnect the power cord/cable from the power socket. Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer. ❖ Do not try to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging could damage it - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 118
. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 119
for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor. ❖ Store spare battery packs in a cool 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 120
regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, in "Selecting a place to work" on page 41, also apply covered in dust. ❖ Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 121
programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 122
122 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, Notification Area, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar Notification Area (Sample Image) - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 123
to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find files ❖ Access Windows® Help and Support ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer NOTE Whenever a procedure in this User's Guide instructs you to click Start, it means that you should click the Start button. Taskbar - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 124
purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points devices without the need for cables. For information on how to For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 184. Connecting your computer to - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 125
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 from your computer For more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 126
telephone line. 1 Plug one end of a telephone cable (purchased separately) into the modem port on the side of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the telephone cable to the modem port 2 Connect the other end to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 127
Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading to, and downloading files , or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP cable, and satellite links. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 128
Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A modem and telephone line, or a LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once you have established an ISP account, you can connect to the Internet. 1 Connect your computer's modem (available on - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 129
groups, by typing messages which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens. ❖ Internet news groups A news group is similar to a chat room Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet Transferring files from - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 130
Recorder. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the the headphone jack on the computer. 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack. The - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 131
on certain models) Your computer may come with a built-in Web Camera. With this Web Camera you can do the following: ❖ Take pictures and record videos with your computer ❖ Chat with others and have them see you while using instant messaging (IM) programs ❖ Have - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 132
computer model, the process of sending E-mail, taking pictures or recording video messages may vary. The Web Camera software, by default, should The ExpressCard®slot supports the use of ExpressCard media. The slot also supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one ExpressCard with another - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 133
digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. The Bridge Media Adapter slot may also support other types of media. For a complete list of supported media, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 134
Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (Sample - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 135
a guaranteed rate). This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as video devices. As with USB ports, the i.LINK® port supports both Plug-and-Play (automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 136
on your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 137
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 four categories of options: ❖ Connect - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 138
138 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree® Connectivity Doctor ❖ Bluetooth® Settings ❖ Bluetooth® Local COM Settings (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 139
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password 139 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 140
140 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 141
The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 141 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 142
applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the TOSHIBA Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. To select - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 143
set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password- or touch the pointing device and the Windows® Logon screen will appear. Select your user name and enter your password, if any. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 144
options. Setting a supervisor password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it. Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 145
OK to exit. 7 Restart the system to complete the process. Using a user password A user password provides power-on password protection. Setting a user password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 146
your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 147
PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 147 4 Select Not Registered. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the user password, then click OK. TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online Help documentation within - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 148
with the Bridge Media Adapter slot. To format an SD memory card using this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 149
then Mouse under Hardware and Sound, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖ Buttons ❖ Pointers ❖ Pointer Options ❖ Wheel ❖ Hardware - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 150
Setup screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen - General tab options The TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen may have the following tabs: ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 151
TOSHIBA keyboard function ❖ LAN-Allows you to enable/disable the network port and wake-on LAN function ❖ Password-Allows you to set a user can only be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function (hereinafter Sleep and Charge function" may not work with certain external devices even if - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 152
152 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function" only works for compatible ports. ❖ When "USB devices with their own chargers. If external devices are connected to compatible ports when the AC adaptor is not connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 153
Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work for compatible ports. The Wakeup setting (function the "USB Wakeup function" will not work. If you want to use the "USB Wakeup function," attach the mouse or keyboard to a USB port that does not - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 154
, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen 2 Select the desired option(s). 3 Click OK. The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 155
the system control panel directly above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Support: 1 Click the TOSHIBA Button Support icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Button Support window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Button Support screen 2 Under Button Name, select the button whose - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 156
applications that can set the drive speed. (Sample Image) CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen To access the utility: 1 Click the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears. 2 Click Silence Mode to make the drive run - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 157
can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Accessibility window To use TOSHIBA Accessibility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Accessibility, or click the Accessibility icon in the Optimize tab of - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 158
on certain models) can be used to replace the keyboard-based user password authentication system when booting up. The completely secure or error-free. Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 159
account. When the user attempts to log on again, the user's fingerprint is read and compared with the user's enrolled fingerprints; if the fingerprint is recognized, user logon is completed. The Fast User Switching feature of the Windows® operating system is also supported. If user A is logged on - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 160
❖ The fingerprint reader compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint. However, there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints. ❖ A warning message will be displayed - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 161
Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint reader will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 162
in the Notification Area. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer. The Connectivity Doctor works - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 163
of Wireless Connection switch 163 (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network up a profile to match that environment and connect to the network. Similarly, users who access networks in the office and at home can set up profiles to - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 164
164 Utilities ConfigFree® To create a profile: 1 Click the icon in the Notification Area. 2 Move the pointer to Profile. 3 Click Open Settings. The ConfigFree Profile Settings window appears. (Sample Image) ConfigFree Profile Settings window 4 Click Add to start the Create Profile Wizard. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 165
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. If you are working with a program that suddenly - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 166
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 button for at least 10 seconds. If you are using the AC adaptor, check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 167
Problems when you turn on the computer 167 If you are using an AC adaptor, verify that the computer is receiving power from the external power source by looking at the AC and the battery has discharged. If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed, a program or driver may have - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 168
may begin working correctly again. If the trickle-charging does not prove effective, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com and see the Support Bulletin Step-Charging the computer's battery (click the Ask Iris® link and search for the support bulletin by name). 4 Connect the AC adaptor - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 169
rating of the AC adaptor must be equal to or greater than that required by the computer. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 170
working ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640x480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver problems repair. Try again later. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 171
the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 172
page 172. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 173
not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is causing a problem. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 174
computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional secondary battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor or power cord/cable will neither power the computer nor - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 175
Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information. For more information on maintaining battery power, see "Charging batteries" on page 106. Keyboard problems If, when you - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 176
part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. The computer will restart and recognize the device. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 177
Windows® Help. A message displays saying that there is a 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 by the computer's internal display. To change the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 178
you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 179
diskette. If the metal cover is loose, replace the diskette. If the label is loose, replace the label and try instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 178). 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 180
(for example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the problem - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 181
you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using ExpressCards. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on page 171. If your system does not have built-in drivers for your ExpressCard - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 182
adapters, Other, etc. The operating system displays your ExpressCard's Properties dialog box, which contains information about your ExpressCard configuration and status. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert an ExpressCard®. The problem Hardware screen appears. is not supported. For - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 183
. Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer. Run the printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 73 or in the instructions that came with the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 184
site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 185
Resolving a hardware conflict 185 NOTE To determine if your computer has an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, check the device list in Device Manager (part of the Windows® Control Panel, Hardware and Sound). Some Toshiba models may have a Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch even though they do not have an - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 186
active network adapter will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to your router or broadband modem, by plugging a standard CAT5 Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi® part of your - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 187
Goes Wrong DVD operating problems 187 DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you may be able to fix the problem yourself. For general 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 188
Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 87 for instructions. On 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 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 189
operating system quickly creates Restore Points-'snapshots' of your Windows® operating system configuration-and saves them for later recall. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software, you can easily select a previously established Control Point to 'turn back the clock - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 190
system is the data you create and store on its hard drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy additional software is required. Most of the optical drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 191
NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting last backup. 7 Follow the on-screen help to complete your backup. For more help, click Start, Help and Support, and search for "back up." - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 192
complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the while, noting any new problems. Make sure that your critical applications (email, business applications, etc.) are working correctly, and verify that - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 193
before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support group for their - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 194
the Tech Support Center, select your particular model from the list and go to the 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 M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 195
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to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. There are two types of TOSHIBA Cards: Hot Key Cards and Application Cards. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Power Plan ❖ Sleep ❖ Hibernation ❖ Output (Display switch) ❖ Brightness control ❖ Wireless ❖ TouchPad ❖ Zoom (Display resolution) 197 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 198
Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn key. The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen. (Sample Image) Hot Key Card display 2 Double-click desired function. The associated hot key card appears at the top of the screen with its available options below it. 3 To cycle through the displayed options - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 199
Creator utility This Application Card launches the TOSHIBA Disc Creator utility. TOSHIBA Hardware Setup utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Hardware Setup" on page 150. TOSHIBA Button Support utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Button Support" on page 155. NOTE Not all - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 200
Using the Application Cards To launch an application using the Application Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn key. The TOSHIBA Cards display at the top of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Card display "stacked" Card 2 Click the "stacked" card on the far right of the display. The Application Cards - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 201
close the Card Case, click the icon in the top corner of the screen. Hot key functions Hot key functions are performed using either the Hot Key the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 202
) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key blanks the display. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + (Sample Image) Security options ❖ To enable lock, select . ❖ To cancel, select . The Fn + F1 hot key function activates instant security. The user logon screen will - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 203
Power plan or Fn + Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 203 This TOSHIBA Card or hot key displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each power plan, and the power plans that - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 204
Cards Hot key functions Sleep mode or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Sleep mode. For more information about Sleep mode, please see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 205
Hot key functions 205 Hibernation mode or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 206
Cards Hot key functions Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the power- External monitor only ❖ Built-in display and TV (or other external video device) simultaneously ❖ TV (or other external video device) only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor (extended desktop - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 207
device. To swap sides, select Swap Image Display. Display brightness This TOSHIBA Card decreases or increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. Selecting this Card or pressing either hot key displays the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 208
Cards Hot key functions Disabling or enabling wireless devices or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices* installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ Wi-Fi® enabled-Enables just the Wi- - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 209
Cards Hot key functions 209 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on page 69. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 210
key functions Zoom (Display resolution) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + [Space bar] (Sample Image) Screen resolution options Cycle through the screen resolutions, then select the desired - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 211
key functions 211 Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 212
Connectors Your 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 of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved BS approved Europe VDA - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 213
in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 214
per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic DVD digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP /output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 215
static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 216
the same as bits per second). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway . Compare DVD-ROM. - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 217
CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. cursor - A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen. The shape of the cursor varies, depending on the program you - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 218
screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user. direct current (DC) - The type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in one direction. Compare alternating current (AC discs, such as CDs and DVDs. Compare disk. disk - A - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 219
). See also diskette, high-density diskette. download - (1) In communications, to receive a file driver - See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video adapter. extension - See file extension. external device - See - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 220
within a particular folder. It consists of two parts: the actual name and the file name extension organizing files saved to a disk. A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image (icon) of a file folder. A F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard. Their function is determined by the - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 221
passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. internal device - See device. Internet - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 222
LCD A computer's main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM. microprocessor - See central computers and analog telephone lines. motherboard - The computer's main circuit DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media. multimedia - A combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 223
users and to exchange electronic mail. non-interlaced - A method of refreshing a computer screen controls how the computer works. Examples of operating read data, music, or videos. P palette - See more than one bit of information drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral - - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 224
TouchPad or a mouse, that enables you to move the cursor on the screen. port - A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions memory - See RAM. read-only memory - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 225
instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. bit at a time sequentially over a single channel. On your computer, the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device. Compare parallel. shortcut - See keyboard - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 226
bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bits per second download. USB - See universal serial bus (USB). utility - A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 227
AC adaptor 47 AC power connecting adaptor 48 accessories memory 52 adding memory 52 Alt keys 90 Application Cards 199 audio files 129 audio features 129 B backing up files 88 battery 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 228
external monitor not working 177 screen is blank 176 display device external 70 display output settings 71 display, external adjusting 72 disposal information 28 disposing of used batteries 119 double-click 69 DVD player general problems 187 DVD, using 98 E error messages device driver conflict 171 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 229
Help and Support Windows® operating downloading files 129 URL address not found 170 using 127 Internet Service Providers 127 ISPs 127 J jack RJ-11 126 K keyboard character keys 89 function keys 90 hot keys 211 not working 167 overlay keys 91 special Windows® keys 90 troubleshooting 175 using 89 keyboard - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 230
a supervisor 145 disabling a user 146 setting a user 145 supervisor set up 144 types 143 passwords instant, using 143 setting 143 port RGB 70 power computer will not start 166 connecting cable to AC adaptor 48 cord/cable connectors 212 energy-saving features 104 problem solving 174 turning on 51 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 231
connection is slow 170 keyboard not responding 167 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 178 modem not receiving or transmitting 184 no sound 180 non-system disk or disk error 168 power and batteries 174 printer 183 program not responding 165 program not working properly 179 screen does not look - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 232
online resources 103 traveling tips 120 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 187 external keyboard 175 keyboard 175 keypad overlay 175 optical drive 179 turning on the computer 51 turning on the power 51 TV connecting 70 U user password, disabling 146 user password, setting 145 using 129 - Toshiba M305-S4819 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 233
Windows® operating system desktop 121 Windows® Start menu 92 wireless networking 124 Wizards Connect to the Internet 125 World Wide Web 127 www 127 Index 233
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