Toshiba M305-S4910 Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista)
Toshiba M305-S4910 - Satellite Laptop With Intel Centrino Processor Technology 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - 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 M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 3
support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 5
it is necessary. If 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 Centre within the United States - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 6
installer. Instructions for IC will operate to service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs metallic water pipe system, if present The user manual of analog of this device can be found on the label affixed - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 7
performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 8
risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Regulatory Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 9
to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the operate with an 802.11a device. EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 10
to discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 11
of this equipment may operate within the same range as industrial devices, scientific devices, medical devices, microwave ovens, licensed radio stations and non-licensed specified low-power radio stations for mobile object identification systems (RFID) used in factory product lines (Other Radio - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 12
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- 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 13
NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer. Not all devices are available on all models. Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BXB72 2.4 + 5GHz 11n minicard This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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 less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 15
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. ❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 16
by any radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 21
over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. When you use - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 22
for use (Bluetooth® wireless technology) Bluetooth® Card from Toshiba equipment is approved to the radio standard by the with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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 that Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 24
of this equipment may operate within the same range as industrial devices, scientific devices, medical devices, microwave ovens, licensed radio stations and non-licensed specified low-power radio stations for mobile object identification systems (RFID) used in factory product lines (Other Radio - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 25
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 device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan. The - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 26
26 Optical Drive Safety Instructions This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read the user's guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair an optical drive. You could - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 27
not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 28
Satellite and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI part of Toshiba's commitment to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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 cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding optional - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 30
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 keyboard 72 Using a mouse 72 Connecting a printer 72 Setting up a printer 73 Connecting an optional external diskette drive - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 31
drive components 98 Media control buttons 99 Inserting an optical disc 100 Playing an audio CD 101 Playing optical media 101 Recording optical media 102 Removing a disc with the computer on...........102 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........103 Caring for optical discs 103 Toshiba - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 32
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 battery the desktop 122 Setting up for - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 33
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 156 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 34
Contents TOSHIBA Accessibility 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 35
configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 189 If you need further assistance 193 Before 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 Key Cards 197 Using the Hot Key - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 36
Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. If the model most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 37
energy depending on how it is used. If all U.S. household and businesses replaced old computers with new ENERGY STAR® qualified models, we would save more than $1.8 billion in energy costs over the next its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 38
on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 40
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 its - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 41
to do the first time you use your computer. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is shipped with your computer, 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 for the computer and - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 42
operating condition Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, contains helpful information for setting to spill into any part of your computer, and AC adaptor from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 43
skin" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" system failure. ❖ Never turn off 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 may damage the disk/disc or flash media, the drive - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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 mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 45
system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 46
, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 45. 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 72) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 50
of 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 51
on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all optical drives are empty. - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 52
/off light glows white or green, depending on your model. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. When you turn on the computer devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 45. - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 53
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 the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. If only - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 54
lower-right corner of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 55
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 memory module slot on the - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 57
the socket and level when secured in place. Slot B Slot A Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. If only one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in slot - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 58
page 116. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 59
highlighted, it is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up normally. When Safe Mode is suggested, this could be a sign that you may need to scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. If so, consult - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 60
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. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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 DVD - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 62
original factory image (recommended recovery method) ❖ Erasing the hard disk ❖ Recovering the C: partition of the HDD without changing the current partition size ❖ Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size ❖ Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media ❖ Checking the HDD operating - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 63
Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 63 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 64
method) Recovering a hard disk drive to its out of box state deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 65
Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 65 Erasing the hard disk The Recovery Wizard allows you to delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 66
will not be affected and will remain intact. To recover only your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 67
restoration. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer. Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you can rebuild the system using your Hard - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 68
as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click My Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 69
instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button. The function of the secondary (right - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 70
the display properties settings. Connecting to a TV using HDMI™-CEC (Available on certain models) HDMI™-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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 71
Getting Started Using external display devices 71 ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the computer. For more detailed HDMI-CEC information, visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 72
video settings. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. 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 USB-compatible keyboard. Using a mouse 's instructions when - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 73
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 the first time. You only need to set up the printer once. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 74
the cable to one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 75
operating system make sure all disk/disc activity lights left off. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer to hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 76
left off. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open documents and programs to your hard disk, and then shuts down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 77
command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your computer. Use the following steps to turn off your computer using the Shut Down 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 78
4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 5 Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 79
closing the display panel, depending on the options set. Restarting your computer To start the computer up light glows white or green, depending on your model. If you turn off the computer by closing : 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in the lower-right part of the - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 80
screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for the options you want. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 81
opening the display panel. Using and configuring Sleep mode To turn off the computer using the Sleep 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 82
Power Options feature. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. The Power Options window 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 83
Options screen 5 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 6 Select Sleep for the options you want. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 84
on/off light glows white or green, depending on your model. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you place the computer in Sleep Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 85
disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 87
, 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 can be activated. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 88
to put off backing 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 copy. For more information, see "Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system" on page 189. ❖ Use Error-checking and - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 90
Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 91
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 light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the overlay for cursor control The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 92
program as an example: 1 Click Start, and then All Programs. The Windows® operating system displays the All Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your program is listed, go to step 3, otherwise, continue with step 2. NOTE If you pause with your mouse on All Programs, it will - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 93
each drive and left part of the window, double-click Windows NT. 8 In the left part of 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 94
programs are displayed in the Start menu. 3 Click WordPad under Programs at the top left of the Start menu. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer using the Shut Down command, save your work on the hard disk drive, diskette, flash media, or optical disc. This is one of the most important - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 95
® operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 260 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, numbers, and other characters on the keyboard - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 96
Ensure the operating system is set up for your printer as described in "Setting up a printer" on page 73. HINT: You only need to set up the more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the Windows® operating system to run with the additional printer(s). To print a file: 1 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 97
and number of copies to print. 4 Click Print. Backing up your work Back up operating system" on page 190. 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 98
available on any other video platform. These features include widescreen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. For these reasons, your computer may come with an optical drive. TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical drive is set to play region - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 99
a pencil to press the 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 movies when - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 100
power is off. 2 Make sure the drive's in-use indicator light is off. 3 Press the drive's eject button. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 101
To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Before putting on headphones to listen, turn the volume down. Do not set the volume too high when using headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing. Playing optical media If you insert an optical disc into the optical drive and the Auto - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 102
. Additionally, certain optical media recorded on your optical drive may not play back or 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 103
Learning the Basics Toshiba's online resources 103 Removing a disc with the computer off To remove a disc with 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 104
. Toshiba's Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 105
, it is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. Please see "Maintaining your battery" on page 118 for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to your system), for an extended period (more than - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 106
the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional secondary battery (not included with your computer - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 107
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. The battery may not start charging immediately - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 108
connected). ❖ Glows white 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 109
-left corner of the keyboard). When the on/off light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Sleep command). Power button System Indicator Lights* AC power light On/off light Battery light Bridge Media Hard disk drive - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 110
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 left off. If you have Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 111
of the Power Options 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 112
hard disk, optical 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 peak system performance. You may also set individual - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 113
plan or to edit advanced settings, continue to the following steps. 4 Click Change Plan Settings to choose the plan 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 time, etc - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 116
possibly result in serious injury. Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 117
the computer'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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 118
has at least five minutes of operating time, continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged. If the battery light flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4. 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord/cable to a power outlet. The DC - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 120
or call 1-800-822-8837. Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, U.S.A. only: Perchlorate Material - special manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 121
do in the Windows® operating system. You use its features to start 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 122
Area, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar Notification Area (Sample Image) Windows® operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon. You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 123
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 Each - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 124
system may come with an optional wireless LAN module. This is a technology that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment, and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables. For information on how to set problems, see "Wireless networking problems - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 125
for the telephone number of the network. Setting up the connection To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations. To set up a dial-up connection, use the Connect to the Internet Wizard: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Network and - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 126
Features Setting up for communications Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer's built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line. 1 Plug one end of a telephone cable - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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 from, Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs ), cable, and satellite links. - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 128
Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once 's modem (available on certain models) to a telephone line. system linked to the Internet. Web addresses can also appear within a Web page's text, and are known as links. Clicking set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 129
instantly viewed by others on their computer screens. ❖ Internet news groups A news and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files sounds using the computer's internal microphone (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. You can listen to sound files or audio CDs - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 130
Start, All Programs, Accessories, and then Sound Recorder. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. 5 When you have finished recording, click the Stop Recording button. The Save As dialog - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 131
Features FM tuner 131 FM tuner (Available on certain models) Your computer may come equipped with a built-in FM strength will vary depending on the location of your computer. Web Camera (Available on certain models) Your computer may come with a built-in Web Camera. With this Web Camera you - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 132
the use of ExpressCard media. The slot also supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one ExpressCard with another while the computer is on. Inserting an ExpressCard® Before you insert an ExpressCard®, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 133
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 this type of media. To copy data from one media to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of the Windows® operating system. - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 137
computer settings. To access TOSHIBA Assist, 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 142
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 multiple - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 143
files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of press Fn + F1. To unlock your system, press any key or touch the pointing device and the Windows® Logon screen will appear. Select your user name and enter - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 144
result of the inability to access your computer. To set a supervisor password: 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 Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor Password Utility - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 145
OK. 9 Restart the system to complete the process. Deleting a supervisor password To delete a supervisor password: 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 Supervisor Password - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 146
Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 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 User Password icon. The Password tab of the TOSHIBA - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 148
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 to - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 149
device or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 151
TOSHIBA BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Illumination-Turns the panel LED lights on and off (available on certain models) ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard can only be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function (hereinafter - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 152
chargers. If external devices are connected to compatible ports when the AC adaptor is not connected to the computer, the battery Settings-The default setting is Disabled. Changing the setting to Enabled enables the use of this function. To change the setting, launch TOSHIBA Hardware Setup and click - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 153
) check box will be displayed on the Device Manager and even though you can change the settings 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 have the "USB Sleep and Charge function"-compatible icon - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 154
desktop To access the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility: 1 Click Start, 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 155
, right-click the icon in the Notification Area and then click Help. TOSHIBA Button Support TOSHIBA Button Support allows you to customize the Mute and Media buttons. These buttons are located on the system control panel directly above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Support: 1 Click the - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 156
or other 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 157
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 Assist. The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears. 2 Check the Use - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 158
models) The fingerprint authentication utility (available on certain models) can be used to replace the keyboard-based user password authentication system your computer. Otherwise, personal information and/or proprietary information on the hard disk may be viewed by a third party. For details on how - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 159
completed. The Fast User Switching feature of the Windows® operating system is also supported. If user A is logged on and the fingerprint failure, finger recognition problems, or lower finger recognition success rate. ❖ Do not scratch or poke the reader with your nails or any hard or sharp objects. - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 160
160 Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ❖ Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate. ❖ Soaked or swollen finger (e.g., after taking bath) ❖ Injured finger ❖ - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 161
section are applicable only if Bluetooth® is available on your system. ConfigFree® is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 162
TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon in the Notification Area, and then click problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 163
switch 163 (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in "profiles." ConfigFree® profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices. You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 165
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 freezes all operations, chances are the program has stopped responding. You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 166
Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The computer shuts down completely. Problems when 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 167
device and "Resolving a hardware conflict" on page 171. The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive. Your computer normally loads the operating system from the hard disk. If you have a hard disk problem, you will not be able to start the computer. Insert - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 168
.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 to a different power outlet, preferably in a different room. If the computer starts normally, there may be a problem - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 169
the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to start. ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 170
operating system is not 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 171
on hardware conflicts: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support, or press F1. 2 Click Troubleshooting in the Find an answer section. A list of category links appears. 3 Click a topic under Hardware and drivers and follow the steps. If there is still a problem, the operating system should display - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 172
computer. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 173
the arrow next to the Lock button in the lower-right part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 58. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 176
arrow next to the Lock button in the lower-right 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 is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 177
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 display properties: 1 Right-click in a blank - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 178
optical drives. 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now button. The Check Disk box appears. 6 You can choose one or both options: ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 7 Click Start. Error-checking tests and repairs the disk. Your hard disk seems - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 179
. Run Errorchecking on the faulty diskette (for 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 is properly connected to the computer. Make sure the tray - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 180
will not come out of the drive when you click the eject button on the screen. Press the button on the optical drive itself. For additional information see "You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out." on page 180. Sound system problems No sound is coming from the computer - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 181
and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control. ExpressCard® problems ExpressCards® include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 182
click the appropriate ExpressCard, which will be listed under one of the categories shown, for example: Disk drives, Network adapters, Other, etc. The operating system a problem with Device Manager" on page 172 for more information. Since all ExpressCards® share the same socket, each card is not - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 183
or three sheets of paper left in the tray. 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 184
and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. The modem is on, set up properly but still system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 185
through. SSIDs are casesensitive. Toshiba provides a Client Manager utility for setting and managing SSIDs. ❖ Check the Control Panel's Hardware and Sound Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 186
site for recent firmware upgrades. Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in new firmware releases. The Windows® operating system wireless management facility does not work. If you are using an external Wi-Fi® adapter (an ExpressCard®, USB adapter, or other variety), check - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 187
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 title. Change the setting for when to turn off the display using the following steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 188
tips" on page 87 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Use Windows® to back up files, or the entire computer, to an optical disc, or external hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Use the Windows® operating system to back up files or your - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 189
data from loss. Saving system configuration with Restore Points The System Restore feature of the Windows® 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 190
the chosen Restore Point was created, and then the computer will be automatically restarted. Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system is the data you create and store on its hard drive. Since problems with - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 191
the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click System and Maintenance. 5 Click Backup and Restore Center. 6 You can - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 192
problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system on certain models) ❖ The setting of "USB Sleep and Charge function" may be Disabled. Change the setting to Enabled. - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 193
, change the setting to Disabled. 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 194
to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖ Your computer's serial number ❖ The computer and any optional devices related to the problem ❖ Backup copies of your Windows® operating system and all other preloaded - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 195
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A Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot keys and TOSHIBA Cards provide a quick way 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 Cards are used to set or modify the following system functions - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 198
the key controls. To use the Hot Key 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 the Card for the system function to be modified. The selected Card is displayed full-size with its available options - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 199
page 161. Bluetooth settings This Application Card launches your Bluetooth® settings. TOSHIBA Zooming utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Zooming Utility" on page 154. Disc Creator utility This Application Card launches the TOSHIBA Disc Creator utility. TOSHIBA Hardware Setup utility - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 200
screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Card display "stacked" Card 2 Click the "stacked" card on the far right of the display. The Application Cards are hidden under this card. The Application Cards appear, and the Hot Key Cards are stacked under the Card on the far left. (Sample Image) Application Card - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 201
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 Cards or system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | 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 are displayed by this function, are set in the Power Options window. Selecting this - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 204
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 81. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Sleep - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 205
functions 205 Hibernation mode or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation Hibernation mode, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 79. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Hibernation options ❖ - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 206
Display switch) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key display and TV (or other external video device) simultaneously ❖ TV (or other external video device) only ❖ Built-in display set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. Selecting this Card - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 207
NOTE Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 207 Cycle through the display modes, then select the desired mode. Not all functions are supported on all models. Some systems also support an additional Swap Image Display mode. This mode is available only if the current setting is an extended - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 208
or enabling wireless devices or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless modules. ❖ All enabled-Enables the Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi® modules. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Wireless communication options - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 209
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 options: (Sample - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 211
Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 213
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 complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 214
214 Glossary DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic DVD digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory FAT file allocation table - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 216
, the computer looks for the startup files in the diskette 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, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 217
that make up a single computer system. (2) How parts of the system are set up (that is, configured). controller - A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 218
(inside the computer's case). Printers, disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box - An on-screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 219
drag a selected object. In the Windows® operating 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 220
the operating system 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 221
set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping - The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 222
- See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system's logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives. M memory - Typically refers - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 223
fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral - Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer's CPU. pixel - Short for "picture element." The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 224
set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See also operating system removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of a removable disk. - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 225
and an appropriate device. Compare parallel. shortcut - See keyboard shortcut. Sleep - A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again. software - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 226
serial bus (USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 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 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 227
(RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 134 removing memory media 134 button power 52 start 123 C CD, using 98 character keys 89 charging the battery 49 checking device properties 172 click 69 communications network connection 125 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 228
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 general hardware problem 171 non-system disk or disk error 168 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 177 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 229
90 function keys 90 H hard drive recovery utilities 61 hardware conflicts 171 resolving 172 headphones using 130 Help and Support Windows® operating system 171 Hibernation mode 75 configuring 79 starting again from 81 hot key display brightness 207 Hibernation mode 205 keyboard overlays 211 Lock - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 230
mouse installing 72 mouse utility 149 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O Opening the display panel 50 optical disc positioning 100 optical discs handling 101 inserting 100 removing 102, 103 optical drive problems 179 troubleshooting - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 231
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 right/flickers 177 - Toshiba M305-S4910 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite M305 (Windows Vista) - Page 232
, setting 145 using 129 using a file extension 96 Utilities 136 V video projector adjusting display 72 W warranty standard limited warranty 40 Web 127 Web Camera 131 Web sites 194 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 124 Windows® Explorer 93 Windows® operating system Help and Support 171 problem solving - Toshiba M305-S4910 | 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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