Toshiba M45-S165 Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165
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Satellite® M40/M45 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Website 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 M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - 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 M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 3
" means life support systems, medical life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - 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 Website - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 5
to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If this trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 6
transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs , as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 7
network 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 PC product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 8
who continually review and interpret services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 9
technical specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5. equipment. English: Hereby, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 10
het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 11
/5/CE. USA - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 12
to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations. Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 13
object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power radio station). 1. Sticker Please put the following .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: 0120-13-1100 Direct - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 14
it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 15
15 802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 16
16 Nederland: E'necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l'uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 17
operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode operation in the 5 GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 18
18 802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 19
19 Mexico Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Netherlands Peru Spain UK Venezuela New Zealand Portugal Sweden Uruguay Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 20
performance 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 PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 21
safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 22
equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. FCC Interference Statement This device complies with power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 23
made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 24
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: 0120-13-1100 belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 25
ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 26
The information contained in this manual, including but 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 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 27
27 Trademarks Satellite and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, and FreedomWare and SmartMedia are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/ or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting the AC Adapter 47 Charging the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 29
the display panel 51 Your computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory 53 Installing a memory module 54 Removing a memory module 57 Using the TouchPad 59 Scrolling with the TouchPad 60 Control buttons 60 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 60 Turning - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 30
work 92 Restoring your work 92 Powering down the computer 93 Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down ...........94 Using Hibernation 96 Using Standby 98 Toshiba's online resources 100 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 102 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 31
126 The Internet 126 The World Wide Web 126 Internet Service Providers 127 Connecting to the Internet 127 Surfing the Internet 128 Internet features 128 Uploading and downloading files from the Internet 129 Exploring audio features 129 Playing an audio CD 129 Playing CDs using Auto-Run 131 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 32
Protect & Fix 144 TOSHIBA Power Saver 145 Mouse utility 147 Hotkey utility 147 TOSHIBA HW Setup 148 Setting user passwords 149 Using an instant password 150 Setting a user password 150 Disabling a user password 151 Using a supervisor password 151 Setting a supervisor password 151 Deleting - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 33
168 Memory problems 170 Power and the batteries 171 Keyboard problems 173 Display problems 174 Disk drive problems 176 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...179 Sound system problems 180 PC Card problems 180 Printer problems 184 Modem problems 185 Wireless device problems 186 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 34
34 Contents Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 201 Toshiba's worldwide offices 201 Appendix A: Hot Keys 204 Volume Mute 204 Password security 205 Without a password 205 With a password 205 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 206 Power usage mode 207 Standby mode 207 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 35
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. You differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. 35 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 36
options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to find specific information. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 37
Safety icons 37 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 M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 38
icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text. Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: ❖ An electronic version of the user's guide ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 39
service upgrade terms and conditions are available at www.warranty.toshiba.com. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 40
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 41
as air conditioner vents or heaters ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 42
socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Do not turn on the power again, until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. If you experience discomfort while operating - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 43
cause 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 is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 44
other similar materials can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the computer on surfaces with objects that can be not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 45
Setting up your computer 45 To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. See " 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 Next to - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 46
you click the final screen, your computer restarts automatically. Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send the Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to the product. Product registration can be - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 47
or memory, 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" on page 53) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 65) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 48
in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet should be the parts. Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 49
the computer. Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel's AC power light ( ) glows green. If the main battery is present, the battery light glows: ❖ Amber while the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 50
pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. See "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 159 for troubleshooting information. Damaged power cords/cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 51
, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's Power Saver 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 depending on - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 52
while on battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 53
not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Adding memory HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your Satellite® M40/M45 computer comes with enough memory to run most - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 54
in good condition. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or both. The computer has two memory module slots - Slot A and the AC Adapter. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 109. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 55
the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 56
, be careful not to touch its pin connector on the side you insert into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 10 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket. 11 Gently press down - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 57
57 The clips on either side of the memory module will click to secure the memory module. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 12 Replace the memory module slot cover and screw. 13 Turn the computer - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 58
for at least ten seconds, then turn the power on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module. The memory module pops partially out of the slot. 3 Carefully remove the memory module from the slot. Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and screw. 5 Turn the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 59
memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, then click Control "Adding memory" starting on page 53. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 60
it into place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. Scrolling with the TouchPad™ There are two active regions on 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 to - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 61
or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. You can also use a hot key to disable or enable the TouchPAD. See "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 210. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 62
plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. With the Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn on the computer again, off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 63
still on, these actions will occur: ❖ If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD panel will automatically turn off until you open it again. ❖ If Off (see "Setting user passwords" on page 149). Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 64
Fn key. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and then Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 65
display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 800 X 600 or higher. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support any USBcompatible keyboard. Using a mouse You may want to use - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 66
; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you must set up the printer as described in "Setting up - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 67
into a live electrical 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 Plug and Play, follow these steps to set it up for - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 68
Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5inch diskettes. Sample optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 69
moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 111. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 70
across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. visit accessories.toshiba.com. Sample PORT-Noteworthy® computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 71
Getting Started Using a computer lock 71 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 locking the computer - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 72
work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details. 72 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 73
up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. Take frequent breaks drive, or both. ❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Turn off computer command or Standby command. See "Powering - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 74
74 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 75
assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. Using the Fn key, you can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 76
keyboard. Sample function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 77
77 Sample numeric and cursor control overlay Using 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 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 78
gray arrows and symbols on their left front are the cursor control overlay keys. To turn the cursor control overlay on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on. To type alphabetic characters while the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 79
from Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of your computer's contents as a hierarchy or "tree." You can easily see the content of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you should know the file name and location of the program's executable file (this file ends - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 80
the right side of the window. The left side of the window shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder. 7 In the left part of the window, click Windows NT. 8 Click Accessories. Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window. 9 In - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 81
click OK. ❖ If you do not know the location, you can search for it by clicking Start, then Search, and then following the on-screen instructions. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 82
Before you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive or diskette/CD. This is one of the most important rules of computing. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 83
Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file the new file a different name. The Windows® XP operating system supports file names of up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. File names are not case-sensitive and - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 85
copies to print. 4 Click Print. Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 86
on AC power. Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is located on the right side of the computer. DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 87
lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole. Never use a pencil to press - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Sample drive tray fully extended HINT: The drive will not open if the computer's power is off. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. 5 Hold the carefully in the disc tray, label side up. Sample positioning the disc in the drive - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 89
disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 90
with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Gently - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 91
alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive. Using PC Cards TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, use. Otherwise, you could lose valuable information. For example: ❖ Do not remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it. ❖ Do not remove a network card - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 92
your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it hard disk takes a considerable amount of time and many diskettes. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external tape drive. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 93
your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-in use light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/or drive. When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 94
94 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down For the Windows XP Home operating system, follow these steps to shut down the computer: 1 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 95
button. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn it on in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select the options you want from the drop-down - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 96
. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off computer. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more time and battery power to start up than restarting from Standby, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 97
all open programs and files you were using. Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 98
the current mode of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. A fully charged main battery will last up to eight hours in - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 99
into Standby mode. To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Standby for the options you want - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 100
Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 145. Starting again from Standby mode To Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 101
Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other features that - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 102
models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. See "Detailed Specs" for specific battery measurement test. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 103
use it to power the computer. Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 104
, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's Power Saver 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 if: ❖ The - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 105
batteries Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory : BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS) CHECK SYSTEM NOTE The above error message may vary by computer model. The RTC battery does not charge - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 106
. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge as it operates, based on your current rate of power use. To show remaining power: 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 107
Computing Monitoring battery power Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties Dialog Box The remaining battery charge is indicated on the top-left side of the dialog box. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery will not power the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 108
that can be accessed through an icon in the Control Panel. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 145. What to do when the battery alarm sounds Your Satellite® M40/M45 computer can be configured to warn you of a low battery charge condition, so you can take the necessary steps - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 109
not to damage the casing or short-circuit the terminals. To change the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Shut down and turn off the computer. 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer. 4 Turn the computer over. 5 If the battery release lock is in the locked position, slide it toward the unlocked - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 110
110 Mobile Computing Changing batteries 6 Press the battery release latch to release the battery. Sample battery release latch 7 Pull the discharged battery out from the back of the computer. Sample removing the discharged battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 111
used or charged, turn off the computer's power immediately and disconnect the power cord 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 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 112
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 cannot be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 113
is being charged. If the DC-IN or AC power-light indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC adapter and power cord. 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery light glows green. ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use. ❖ If you will not be - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 114
in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 115
ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery: ❖ Enable Standby or Hibernation, which saves power when you turn off the computer and turn it back on again. ❖ Use Toshiba's power-saving options. These power-saving options control the way in which the computer - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 116
XP In Windows® XP, you can choose from predefined power profile or select your own combination of power management options. To do this: 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Select an appropriate profile for your work - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 117
from external power sources, the capacity of one battery pack may be sufficient for your needs. However, if you need more portable power, Toshiba provides these options: ❖ Purchase extra battery packs. ❖ Purchase a battery charger that charges one main battery pack and one secondary battery pack at - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 118
, you will explore some of the special features of your Satellite® M40/M45 notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 119
119 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, system tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar System tray Sample Windows® XP operating - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 120
icons depending on your configuration. See Windows® XP online help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it. Start button You to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Access Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system update information ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find files ❖ Access - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 121
volume. To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate System tray icon. Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your Satellite® M40/M45 computer - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 122
) ports. The default setting for the modem is COM3. The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you are having trouble connecting through the modem, you may need to determine the current COM port name and - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 123
troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows XP documentation. 8 Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem. 9 Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box. 10 Close the Control an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer. For specific information about - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 124
dial the number. The computer connects to the network. Using the Ethernet LAN Port When your computer starts, Windows attempts to contact a disable the LAN port. To disable the LAN port: 1 Click Start, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the System icon, then click the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 125
. 7 Click OK. Your LAN port is now disabled. To enable the Ethernet LAN port, repeat steps one through four. Select the Use this device (enable purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access problems, see"Wireless device problems" on page 186. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 126
Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from the text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 127
such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account The Microsoft® Web browser Internet that when you first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 128
that site. You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information. Internet features The Internet offers many probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 129
129 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 130
player: ❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button on the CD Player control panel. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down. Playing the CD with the volume set too high could damage - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 131
audio features Playing CDs using Auto-Run If you insert a CD into the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disk, try launching the CD manually (CD-RW) discs; and DVD±R/±RW or DVD RAM discs. NOTE Copy protection technology included in certain media - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 132
132 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features Recording sounds You may record sounds as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack. TECHNICAL NOTE: - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 133
Features Exploring audio features The Sound All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, and then click Volume Control. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 134
To adjust the volume: ❖ For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker. ❖ For headphones, use the computer's volume control dial. Inserting and removing PC Cards Your Satellite® M40/M45 computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I cards-You can - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 135
a PC Card Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 136
the card or refer to your operating system manual or online help. Connecting your modem to a or larger corporate wide area network (WAN) For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Connecting to a phone - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 137
a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem. Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. For more information on using a modem, see "Setting up for communications" on page 121. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 138
options. This chapter describes the utilities supplied by Toshiba: ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ Hotkey utility ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Setting a user password ❖ Using a supervisor password ❖ Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility 138 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 139
Utilities Fn-esse® Fn-esse® Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse® Click Start, point to All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Fn-esse. The Fn-esse - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 140
assign a key to a program or document: 1 Start both Fn-esse and Windows® Explorer (or the program supporting drag-and-drop). 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time. 3 In the Explorer window, highlight the program or document file you - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 141
141 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected. To open the program or document, press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program. Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys To assign a key to open a program or - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 142
142 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Making a popup assignment 1 Select Popup... to display the Viewing existing key assignments To view the existing key assignments, choose Assignments from the Fn-esse keyboard. Fn-esse displays the Function Key Assignments dialog box. This box lists all the key - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 143
of computer settings. To access the control panel: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Point to TOSHIBA Assist, then click the resulting Toshiba Assist selection. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of features: ❖ Connect - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 144
Power Management (see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 145) ❖ Mouse Utility (see "Mouse utility" on page 147) ❖ Zooming Utility (see "Using the TOSHIBA category are: ❖ Supervisor password (see "Using a supervisor password" on page 151) ❖ User password (see "Setting user passwords" on page 149) Protect - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 145
145 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Power Saver The TOSHIBA Power Saver feature enables you to control your computer's power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, or create one yourself. To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA Assist, double-click the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 146
146 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Profiles This section lists the preset profiles along with the estimated battery life for each mode. The preset profiles are: ❖ Full Power ❖ High Power ❖ Normal ❖ DVD Playback ❖ Presentation ❖ Long Life Although you can change the properties for any of these - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 147
Assist Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Assist, click the Mouse icon. Hotkey utility The Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the Hotkey combination for Standby - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 148
by clicking Optimize, and then TOSHIBA HW Setup. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. They are: ❖ General-Allows you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings. ❖ Password-Allows you to set or reset a user password for the power-on process and for - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 149
unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as Toshiba Hardware Setup. This is useful if more than one person uses the computer. A single user password supports the instant and power-on password functions. When setting up the various passwords, keep the following in mind: ❖ The user - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 150
name and enter your password, if any. Setting a user password To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, and then Utilities. 2 Point to TOSHIBA Assist, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Assist selection. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 3 On - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 151
151 Toshiba Utilities Using a supervisor password Disabling a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Point to TOSHIBA Assist, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Assist selection. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 3 On the left side, select - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 152
a supervisor password To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Point to TOSHIBA Assist, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Assist selection. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 3 On the left side, select Secure. Sample TOSHIBA Assist Security - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 153
. 3 On the left side, select Secure. 4 Select the Supervisor Password icon. 5 Select Not Registered. 6 Type the correct password. 7 Click OK. Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This application allows you to zoom in or out of a specific list of applications (see below). You may select either the All - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 154
screen To zoom in, hold down the Fn key and press 2; to zoom out, hold down the Fn key and press 1. Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is a program that adds features to the TouchPad. For example, by selecting an icon you can: ❖ Open a document ❖ Launch a program - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 155
to choose the icon's function. If the icon is highlighted in orange and selected, the function corresponding to the selected icon launches and the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window closes. If the icon is highlighted in blue and selected, the function corresponding to the selected icon launches and the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 156
select one of the corner icons. The type and number of icons you see in the main part of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window are determined by which corner icons you select. TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is controlled/adjusted via an icon on the system tray. The icon will change color when the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 157
the functions/ features you can access in TOSHIBA Touch and Launch ❖ Disable/Enable ❖ Help ❖ About TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings When you choose the Settings shortcut menu entry, the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window In the Corner - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 158
how sensitive the TouchPad will be to your finger on the TouchPad before it activates the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window. The Window settings button allows you to control the size and transparency of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window. The Option button allows you to define how folders will open - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 159
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 160
160 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix 2 Click the Applications tab. If a next step. 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task. To power off your computer, do one of the following: If you are not connected to a domain server: 1 Click - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 161
software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold the power - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 162
a software or resource conflict. When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. Data stored in the computer's hard drive may not be - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 163
battery power, it is recommended that you do not leave the computer in standby mode for long periods of time. To charge the battery is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." on page 162 Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 164
to change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. To open (your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 165
you in troubleshooting the problem. To access Windows® XP Help and Support: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support. The Help and Support window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the topic for which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 166
the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 167
drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer's Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer's memory Memory Access Similarly, the data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory the system BIOS (basic input - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 168
you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 169
click Control Panel. 1 Click the Administrative Tools icon. 2 Double-click Computer Management, then click Device Manager. 3 Select the specific device the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device's properties: 1 Open the Start menu, and click Control - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 170
one device to another. A Troubleshooting button is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot... A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 171
least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional high-capacity battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 172
Management utility. Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 173
battery power see "Charging the batteries" on page 103. Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be on. If the numlock light or cursor control - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 174
monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 175
blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Properties. This opens ® Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To change - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 176
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 garbage - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 177
/DVD drives. 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now button. The Check Disk All Apps 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 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 178
Replace it with a bootable diskette. The drive cannot read a diskette. Try another diskette. If you can access the second diskette, the first diskette (not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 176). - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 179
requires power to operate. Make sure a program is not accessing the drive and preventing it from ejecting. If you need to remove a disc and cannot turn on the computer (for example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 180
is too loud. Adjust the volume control. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble getting one or more of - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 181
support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card. If your system does not have built-in drivers connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is available, try the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 182
The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict between the PCMCIA socket to make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 168 for more information. Since all PC Cards - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 183
standby mode. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with this computer. For more information on Hibernation and standby modes see Card documentation. Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 184
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 67 or in the instructions that came with the printer. You may have connected the printer while the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 185
Resolving a hardware conflict Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not (bits per second) or higher. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. The modem is on, set up the Toshiba web site at pcsupport - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 186
problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically device list in Device Manager (part of the Windows Control Panel). Some Toshiba models may have a Wi (Internet Service Provider) service may be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the Service Set Identifier - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 187
Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ Check Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi adapter is recognized by Windows®, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages- these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. ❖ Verify - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 188
(closed system, MAC address filtering, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), etc.), check the access point vendor's website for recent firmware upgrades. Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in new firmware releases. Special considerations for Windows XP Wired Equivalent Privacy - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 189
). ❖ If it is not set to High Color, change the settings to 16-bit color and click OK. 4 Clean the disc and try again. A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 190
169 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVDROM properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD-ROM drives and their To change the screen's display resolution: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Appearance and Themes, and - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 191
problems DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted. Having Stretch enabled when your video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 can cause distortion. To disable Stretch, follow the instructions screen saver: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 192
feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 72 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy files to diskette. ❖ Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 193
use to supplement the information in the manuals. Data and system configuration backup in problems after installing some new hardware or software, you can easily select a previously established Control Restore utility: 1 Click Start. 2 Click Help and Support. 3 Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 194
using the saved Restore Point. To do this: 1 Click Start. 2 Click Help and Support. 3 Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your computer with System Restore. 4 and stored on its hard disk drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 195
up your important data files to CDs, a relatively high-capacity storage media. No additional software is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as read from CDs. External CD and DVD writers are also widely available - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 196
may also wish to back up other important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: ❖ E-mail files and settings-for Outlook, Outlook Express, or other newsgroup readers. Visit the vendors' Web sites for detailed instructions. ❖ Other data files. If you don't find an application - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 197
Click Export Favorites, Next. (To restore the Favorites to the hard disk drive later you would select Import Favorites from this list.) 4 A Backup utility, though it does not directly support writing to CDs. For more information, click Start, Help and Support, or start the Backup utility by clicking - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 198
easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart Windows - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 199
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 M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 200
program. Your dealer is your best source for current information. Detailed system specifications are available at www.ts.toshiba.com by selecting your particular product and model number, clicking GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the computer - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 201
201 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 202
92800 Puteaux Cédex France Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 USA 800-457-7777 (within the US) 949-859-4273 (outside of the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 203
203 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba's worldwide offices For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 204
combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 205
reappear. The Windows® operating system log-on screen will appear, prompting you for a password. After typing in the password for the current user, press Enter. To activate the password feature: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Appearances and Themes. 2 Click one of the following: ❖ Choose - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 206
desktop, you must set up a screen saver with a password before activating the password feature. To set up a password with a screen saver, go to Windows XP help for instructions: 1 Click Start, Help and Support. 2 In the Search field, type password screen saver. 3 Press Enter. 4 Click the Protect - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 207
usage mode Fn + This hot key displays the power usage pop-up win- dow and cycles through the battery save modes. Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 145. Standby mode Fn - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 208
208 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default), a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 209
209 Hot Keys Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display and - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 210
and enable TouchPad windows Zooming applications in/out Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom- out. For more information, see "Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility" on page 153. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see "Using the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 211
211 Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys 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. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 212
/Cable Connectors The 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 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 213
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 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 communication - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 214
214 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you switch between ® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar. ❖ Press the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 215
215 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility. on the taskbar, and then NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 216
™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample ConfigFree Launcher Auto-hide mode setting Sample ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 217
217 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices: ❖ Wired and wireless network devices ❖ Routers, hubs, and bridges ❖ Access points The Connectivity - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 218
218 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing device information If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem. A triangle containing an exclamation - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 219
219 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The following checkboxes and buttons are provided on the Connectivity Doctor screen: Stay on the task When checked, the ConfigFree icon resides - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 220
220 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities For Wi-Fi networks, the intensity of a signal is displayed in five levels or "bands." The signal from the connected access point - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 221
221 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a new wireless connection NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: 1 Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 222
222 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 3 Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. NOTE After the Access Point is set up and added to the - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 223
223 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Transferring files using Bluetooth® There are several ways to use Bluetooth to send files to other devices. To select the device using - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 224
224 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample selecting Send to Bluetooth Devices option 2 Choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send. NOTE During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the selected - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 225
225 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities office and at home can set up lets you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set the power status of Bluetooth® antennas. ❖ TCP/IP settings - includes DHCP, IP address, subnet mask, - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 226
226 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 8 Click the icon at the bottom of the screen to display more capture options. 9 Under Captured Items, select the items you want - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 227
227 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. After - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 228
228 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The SUMMIT utility uses the following types of connections: ❖ Wireless LAN via Access Point ❖ Wireless LAN via Ad-Hoc ❖ LAN (same subnet) ❖ Bluetooth® PAN/LAP ❖ Cross cable (Ethernet or Gbit Ethernet) To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT, - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 229
229 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample of users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 230
230 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 231
231 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 2 Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. NOTE SUMMIT can also be started not always be available. To find out how to use Quick Connect to launch ConfigFree Summit, see "Direct Link Toshiba Device" on page 234. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 232
Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to access point, the connection is broken and reestablished later. To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: 1 Click the icon - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 233
Computer ConfigFree Utilities 4 Click OK. NOTE The default connection setting is for Ad hoc mode, therefore, if the setting on the Toshiba Wireless Projector is in Infrastructure mode, it will not connect. However, you can change the settings to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 234
mode and use the Summit feature. To use this feature: 1 Display the ConfigFree menu. 2 Select the ConfigFree Link option from the Direct Link Toshiba Device submenu. This action switches the computer's wireless network setting to ad-hoc mode, and launches the SUMMIT feature. Sample using the Direct - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 235
235 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on. This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 236
236 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 237
These 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 port - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 238
read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O input/output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 239
random access memory static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms These terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 240
of a specific type. Applications BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory drive before checking the hard disk. bus - An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 241
CPU) - The chip that functions as the "brain" of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard refers to the left mouse button or primary TouchPad control button, unless otherwise stated. See also doubleclick. parts of the system are set up (that is, configured - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 242
For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. CPU - See central processing unit (CPU). CPU cache - A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 243
hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive - The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard , high-density diskette. download - (1) In communications, control button or left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 244
-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity storage medium that uses set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder. It consists of two parts: the actual name and the file name extension. See also file extension. file extension - - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 245
from it. frontside bus - The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. function keys - The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard. Their function is determined by the operating system and/or individual - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 246
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 electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 247
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 . A computer's main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM. microprocessor - See central processing unit (CPU). MIDI (Musical Instrument - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 248
the Internet. operating system - A set of programs that controls how the computer works. Examples of operating systems are Windows . Most modern printers are parallel. Compare serial. password - A unique string of characters entered by a hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 249
processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be memory is used for your computer's main memory. See also memory. Compare ROM. random access memory - See RAM. read-only memory - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 250
- Synonymous with reboot. To reset the computer by reloading the operating power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM . shortcut - See keyboard shortcut. software - - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 251
symbol (in MS-DOS®, generally a drive letter followed by a "greater than" (USB) - A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 download. USB - See universal serial bus (USB). utility - A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 252
Index Numerics 101-key keyboard 75 A AC adapter 47 AC power cord/cable connectors 212 accessories memory 53 adding memory 53 adjusting recording quality 133 Alt keys 75 assign keys Fn-esse 141 audio .wav files 132 audio features 129 Auto-Run 131 B backing up files 73 battery caring for 111 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 253
properties 169 disabling a device 169 devices keyboard 65 mouse 65 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 158 Disk Defragmenter 177 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 176 running slow 177 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 178 cannot read - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 254
254 Index disposing of used batteries 114 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 167 double-click 60 DVD player general problems 189 DVD-ROM drive problems 179 troubleshooting 179 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 179 E energy saving features 101 error messages device driver conflict 166 general hardware - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 255
working 162 overlay keys 76 troubleshooting 173 Windows special keys 76 keyboard, external 65 keyboard, full-size 75 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 65 L LCD power-saver 63 M memory adding 53 expansion slots 54 problem solving 170 removing expansion slot cover 55 memory module inserting 56 installation 54 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 256
Play 167 port COM 122 Ethernet LAN 124 RGB 63 power alarms 108 computer will not start 161 options 117 problem solving 171 taking care of your battery 111 turning on 52 universal power supply 212 power button 53 power mode creating new 146 customizing 146 power source 47 power usage mode hot key 116 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 257
41, 50 primary button 60 printer local, connecting 66 problem solving 184 printing a file 84 problem solving AC power 171 accessing disk drives 162 battery charge does not last 172 battery not charging 171 cannot insert diskette in drive 178 cannot read a diskette 178 changing display properties 175 - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 258
148 Toshiba online resources 100 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 154 disable/enable 158 Toshiba utilities 138 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 189 DVD-ROM drive 179 external keyboard 173 keyboard 173 keypad overlay 173 turning off the computer 62 turning on the computer 53 turning on the power - Toshiba M45-S165 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M45-S165 - Page 259
utilities Toshiba Power Saver Utility 145 V video projector adjusting display 65 volume mute hot key 204 W warranty limited warranty 39 Web sites 200 Toshiba 201 Wi-Fi wireless networking 123 Windows Explorer 79 Windows Media Player 129 Windows Start menu 79 Windows XP Help and Support 165 problem
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M40/M45
Series User’s Guide
If you need assistance:
Toshiba’s Support Website
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 Wrong” on
page 159
in this guide.